Category Archives: Start-up

Can your company withstand a crisis?

As my recruitment firm reaches its 30-year milestone, I realize I am one of the lucky ones. Turning an enterprising idea into a profitable venture with staying power is no small feat, and I’ve had my share of challenges along the way. But thanks to the advice from other successful owners and learning from my own mistakes, I’ve been able to grow despite the obstacles…

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Mark Cuban: If I were to start a business right now, this is what I would do

Mark Cuban became a billionaire just before the dot-com bubble burst.

In 1995, Cuban and a friend, Todd Wagner, started an internet radio platform called Broadcast.com. Four years later, Broadcast.com was acquired by Yahoo for $5.7 billion in stock, making Cuban a very wealthy man. Since then, the “Shark Tank” investor and Dallas Mavericks owner…

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