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The Founder and Investor Trust Problem: It's not what you think.

This is going to be BIG.

Don’t get me wrong—I don’t mean trust in the sense that VCs think founders are just going to get a fake passport and move to Fiji, or that investors are secretly plotting to take over the company. The price negotiation process is pretty straightforward, and once a deal has been agreed upon we move on. That doesn’t mean we trust each other.

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[Review] Rubies In The Orchard

YoungUpstarts

Serial entrepreneur and billionaire Lynda Resnick’s book “ Rubies in the Orchard: How to Uncover the Hidden Gems in Your Business ” provides a fascinating glimpse into the marketing strategies behind brands like POM Wonderful, FIJI Water, Teleflora and the Franklin Mint. image source ).

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Monotheism 101– Fiji Edition

Pascal's View

  My theological work in Fiji was done. " "It's a lot like a church." " "Same God?" " "Same God." " He was satisfied with that answer, and I was satisfied with his preparation of my drink.  Share and Enjoy:

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Small Business Spotlight of the Week: Bridge The Gap Villages

crowdSPRING Blog

The organization has created a partnership with Vorovoro, a village in North Fiji. We’re starting in the “friendly North” of Fiji, giving travelers new, authentic, and magical ways to experience the world. It didn’t have to be us versus them, but rather a chance to get to know and understand a culture unique from your own.

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The Screwy Logic of Crowdfunding and Venture Fund Regulation

This is going to be BIG.

You know, because sometimes startups just simply don't make it [shrug] but you gotta watch out for those financial hucksters who are looking to take your money and run off to kick it in Fiji. tanning salon/seed fund combo.

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Understanding Paying Taxes for Small Businesses

Women Entrepreneurs Can

Countries such as Fiji are used by corporations to avoid paying high corporation tax; that is, by registering their business in that country, they pay far lower taxes than if they registered in the United States, even if they operate mainly here in the US. How Do Companies Avoid Paying Tax?

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Advertising has become content

The Equity Kicker

The surfer is Sean Woolnough, the wave was in Namoto Island, Fiji, and the photo was taken by Stuart Gibson. I love this picture which was a finalist in the ‘Spirit’ category at the Red Bull Illume Image Quest photo competition.