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Dread the idea of calling prospects you haven't met yet? Using these tips can make cold calling easier for beginners.

Why getting comfortable with failure is part of the entrepreneurial struggle.

You evaluate individual performance before entrusting a new hire with a big task. Science suggests you should apply the same principle to teams. Teams, as we've all experienced, aren't simply the...

When it comes to landing funding, a smile and a handshake still go a long way. Check out the latest wave in crowdfunding.

I’ll be honest with you. You shouldn’t test the profitability of your startup ideas based on the feedback from a few friends. I’ve heard from some of my friends who come up with an idea, ask me...

The Rice Business Plan Competition, set for April, is the biggest student competition of its kind -- and a symbol of Houston's thriving entrepreneurial side.

Why a founding partner of a Silicon Valley powerhouse venture capital firm holds this above honesty or integrity.

When it comes to raising financing, angel investors are increasingly spending with startups. Here's a snapshot of the angel-investor landscape.

Social entrepreneur and educator Steve Mariotti on the importance of a thorough analysis when it comes to your startup’s finances.

For some entrepreneurs, prioritizing yourself can be one of the biggest challenges. Here's how to learn to say no and set boundaries. Helping others, sharing, being kind: These are the sorts of...