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Backstage Capital Is Funding Startups by Underestimated Entrepreneurs

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Christie Pitts, Backstage Capital’s general partner, talks about the early days of the Los Angeles-based company and how she got involved: Working in the music industry, Hamilton learned about startups and networked with investors and entrepreneurs. Traditional snack dispensers, however, wouldn’t do.

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Lessons From Past Recessions

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brokerage accounts, selling a second car or hobby equipment, potentially downsizing, etc.)? How much debt do I have (credit cards, student loans, car loans, mortgages, etc.)? Many wait until after a job loss to sharpen their existing skills or reach out to their network. How much cash can I quickly access if needed (i.e.,

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Best Business Technology for Small Businesses & Their Owners (28 ideas from them to you!)

Stephanie LH Calahan

But I live and work in less than 200 square feet -- so I don't have the room for a lot of equipment.         Tiffany Odutoye Talk Social Networking Llc. The initial thought was that we might need to design a server, network our computers together, etc. Accept Credit Cards Anywhere, Any Time.

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Small Business World News Round-up - 2009/11/10

The Small Business Blog

Build your own network! How to Make Social Media Useful : Lisa Barone reports that a Citibank and Gfk Roper study found that 76 percent of small business owners don’t find social networking sites like Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn helpful in generating leads and business. How to be successful and eco-friendly.

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106 Thoughts on Overcoming Overwhelm in a Freaked-Out World

Stephanie LH Calahan

Archive Network with Steph Is This You? Change the settings on your social networking sites that automatically notify you of new activity. Check your social networking sites only at specified times, preferably no more than once or twice a day. Productive & Organized Home Contribute to P&O! Main | Start 2011 off Organized!

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