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6 Guidelines On How And When To Use Non-Disclosures

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As an advisor to entrepreneurs, I often have to deal with people who are convinced that they must get me to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before they begin talks about their new venture. Don’t ask for an NDA from trusted investors and advisors.

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HOW TO: Build an App for Your Small Business

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Contact Us Submit News Contact Us Write for Us Spark of Genius Series Mashable | The Social Media Guide Business Mashable on Facebook Join Us! This post originally appeared on the American Express OPEN Forum , where Mashable regularly contributes articles about leveraging social media and technology in small business.

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3 Things to Consider When Staffing a Software Development Project

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You can deal directly with full-time or freelance/contracted employees, or you can outsource using local or offshore development firms. Full-Time Employees, Freelancers (directly) or Contracts (through staffing companies) – This approach allows your company to maintain total control as it manages the fine details of the project.

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Defending Groundbreaking Ideas From Killer Competition

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If possible, consider using a non-disclosure agreement. You will need to share your idea with many different people, from suppliers to manufacturers to employees to investors. Lewis Robinson is a business consultant specializing in social media marketing, CRM, and sales.

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Are You Really Safeguarding Your Startup?

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Using things like social media and PR is a good idea, but how you do it is up to you. While you can get non disclosure agreements printed out, having people sign these before you meet with them can be difficult. Put A Stop To Employee Theft. Make A Memorable Entry Into Your Market.

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Three Awesome Tools for Small Businesses and Startups

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Managing Social Media Posts – BUFFER. One of the most time consuming tasks for an entrepreneur or small business owner is managing social media accounts. It’s easy to fall into a trap of dedicating someone’s time to only social media accounts. Managing Customer Service – ZENDESK.

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8 Portfolio Assets Are Key To Your Startup Valuation

Startup Professionals Musings

Social media accounts. Immediately go to relevant social media sites and grab the same name, even if you never plan to use the accounts. Many companies like Sears, Coca-Cola, and Twitter have already been hurt by people using company names they don’t own on social sites. Business Plan.