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A Sweet True Story About A Real Business

Up and Running

Last night I was treated to one of those great true stories about a real business that reminds me that a lot of the way some of the best possible businesses start and grow: organically, based on values, people doing something they like to do. In 2004 Larry Kaplowitz and Luna Marcus spent $1.50 It’s a simple story.

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27 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

Hearpreneur

I loved small business owners and their stories of success. If I can put it in a few words, I started my business to bring real change to the way small businesses and freelancers manage their accounting. I started my business back in 2004 when I wanted to escape the corporate rat race.