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08.09.18
Know When to Fold ‘em
We’ve all been there. We’ve continued to pursue a fledgling project just because we’ve put in a significant amount of time, money or other resources into it, only to watch it start to unravel before our eyes. It would be foolish to walk away with so much invested, right? If you can relate, you’ve probably […]
Read More08.02.18
Insider Influence: Episode 2 with Karl LaPan
Karl LaPan begins his morning routine the night before (which is no surprise because he is always three steps ahead of everyone else). During the last hour of each night, Karl spends time researching and reading research, reading entrepreneurial stories and reflecting on where certain industries are going, and analyzing trends and scanning current events. […]
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3 Tips for Successful Events
I love my job as Conference Center Manager at The NIIC, because I get to work with clients to help translate event ideas into realities. So, what can make or break an event? In my experience helping clients plan and execute successful events, I’ve found a few common themes: 1. Details, details, details… A meeting for […]
More08.01.18
Relish the Competition or Fear Them?
Are you afraid of the competition, or do they make you better? Fear is not a productive emotion in business (or in life, really.) Did you know your competition could be an asset? Yes, as Forbes argues, it’s good for business! Let me discuss competition on two levels: an entrepreneur or business builder looking to […]
Read More07.30.18
Venturing out? Here’s how to find funding
Mark S. Long is the director of incubation services at the University of Florida. In that position, he leads both UF Innovate business incubators, The Hub in Gainesville and Sid Martin Biotech in Alachua. Mark has a long history leading startups and growth companies into success – well, those that learned the magic words “cash […]
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