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SuperMac War Story 6: Building The Killer Team – Mission, Intent.

Steve Blank

The other departments in marketing gave the same answers; the product-marketing department said their job was to write data sheets. But my favorite was when the public relations manager said, “we’re here to write press releases and answer the phone in case the press calls.” The same was true for the Product Marketing group.

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30 Entrepreneurs Share Why They Started Their Business

Hearpreneur

Entrepreneurs often have a vision and a passion for their ideas, products, or services. When I have complete freedom over my time and tasks, I am most creative and productive. Thanks to Sanjay Gupta, Gurin Products ! #12- Starting a business requires a strong motivation to solve a problem or fill a gap in the market.

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Twitter Link Roundup #53 – Small Business, Social Media, Design, Copywriting, Marketing And More

crowdSPRING Blog

Good short read dispelling productivity myths about employee performance – [link]. Upcoming and OnGoing Web Design Trends of 2010 – [link]. Recommendations for usability in product development – [link]. Free resources for small businesses from Google – [link]. Fuck That Noise. Guess What? – [link].

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18 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

Hearpreneur

We started CoverWallet, and have since built an innovative product which can save millions of businesses time and money. Most business startups begin the same; an idea for a product that fills a void in the market paired with the fantasies of not having anyone to answer to, working from home, and making your own hours.

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28 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

Hearpreneur

We believe in the emotional connection between the consumer and our products. They make our high standard of living possible with their products and services. I originally provided pro-bono public relations services to artists and non-profits due to my love for the community and the arts. They create most of the jobs.

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Twitter Link Roundup #67 – Small Business, Social Media, Design, Copywriting, Marketing And More

crowdSPRING Blog

75 Essential Small Business Resources From 2010 – [link]. Ten small business tax planning tips for 2010! 10 random online resources for Entrepreneurs (2010 version) – [link]. Flyover Geeks: 2010′s Top 30 in Chicago tech – [link]. 10 Social Media 2010 Highlights (Data Included) – [link].

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Twitter Link Roundup #59 – Small Business, Social Media, Design, Copywriting, Marketing And More

crowdSPRING Blog

Chicago Sun Times writes about crowdSPING’s 2010 Chicago Innovation Award – [link]. Understanding Customer Experience – [link]. 10 Must Follow Tips for Effective Writing – [link]. The Mad Men Guide to Changing the World with Words – [link]. Is Apple About To Cut Out the Carriers?