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These valuations are a pain, but they're necessary if you're issuing common stock, stock options or any other form of non-qualified deferred compensation.

If you're trying to be a consultant, remember the words, "Customers buy for their reasons, not yours."

As quickly and dramatically as Rome came to power, it fell -- swiftly. Remember that old adage about those who who fail to learn from history?

Ever thought to look for a mentor at your fitness club? You'd be surprised at where the right person may be hanging out.

Passwords are inconvenient, forgettable and not particularly secure locks for our prized data. Technology can do better.

All entrepreneurs have, or should have, an elevator pitch. That pitch is their market hook, their story. What's yours?

Be wary of going with a desktop software in a business world that's being shaped around the cloud.

Coming soon: "safe driving system" technology to keep track of your business's employee-drivers, as well as that teen in the family car.

You aren't going to walk into your local bank, fill out a loan application and get approved on the spot. So, start yours right away. As in today.

Remember, you can't legally deduct a trip to the Bahamas in which you have a half day of meetings, then take five days of R&R on the beach sipping margaritas.

Millions of Americans now classify themselves as remote workers, and both employers and employees are benefiting from these relationships.

Stay calm, stay focused on the big picture and keep everybody in the loop. Then nothing can devastate you.

Whether you're exchanging currencies, catching a ride or tracking down your suitcase, "There's an app for that."

Getting the most out of your trips includes staying safe and sane while on the road.

It's perfectly possible to travel around the world even if you have no money. Here are some ways to do that.

A website builder with SEO-friendly web design technologies built in can give you a real head-start over the competition.

Unless you consciously choose to de-stress and relax, you'll find it challenging to make the most of your break.

Don't open your online shop without being sure where and how to get your supply.

Remember: The field out there is crowded, so you have to think strategically.

Yes, home automation and three others are changing at lightning speed. But do you know why?

Think you can just post some videos, attract viewers and cash in? Time for a reality check.

Here's an interesting psychological hack: Use your own money and credit cards to appreciate how much things cost your business.

Start with Unomy, Mention, GrowthList and six other tools detailed here, and see where they take you.

Writing is an essential skills that will make you a more effective leader and businessperson.

Learn the newest social media tools to stay afloat and support your current business efforts.

If your business is never too big for you to do it all, you're doing something wrong.

Forge your ideas into perfection with these five strategies.

These tips will help you put your marketing campaign in front of more people.

Done right, staffing your growing business amplifies everyone's contribution, pushing it past milestones. Here's what to focus on.

These fundamental skills and abilities are what it takes to become a solid leader.