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    From the SBA: 5 Tips for Finding and Working with a Business Mentor

    by Caron Beesley A mentor is someone who has been there before (think about entrepreneurs and TV personalities like Gordon Ramsay or Donald Trump). They are experienced, successful, and can provide advice and guidance’ for no real personal gain. But how do you find a...

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    2011 Masschallenge startup competition & Accelerator now open for applications – Deadline: April 11

    MassChallenge, the largest-ever global startup competition and accelerator program has officially launched its 2011 program, opening the competition to applications by the world’s highest-impact, highest-potential startups. The deadline to enter is April 11. The competition is industry and geographically agnostic – anyone can enter, with...

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    MassChallenge Resource Directory

    MassChallenge is an an independent not-for-profit that exists to help early-stage entrepreneurs win. MassChallenge  works  to  connect entrepreneurs with the resources they need to launch and succeed immediately. The MassChallenge Resource Directory allows entrepreneurs to search the MA entrepreneurial ecosystem and identify the organizations that...

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  • MassChallenge Founder Dating Event

    MassChallenge Founder Dating Event

    Finding the right co-founder is a tricky thing. It is a partnership that is as important as marriage. MassChallenge will help you find your startup soulmate! Based on the information you provide we will match you with a number of potential candidates. You may hit...

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  • Kickstarter-Innovative Funding for the Next Generation

    Kickstarter-Innovative Funding for the Next Generation

    Kickstarter is a four month old  “online community designed to help artists, musicians, athletes, inventors, and filmmakers raise small sums of money from a large number of patrons to help them fund their projects.” What some are calling, “crowdfunding.” Kickstarter CTO, Andy Baio describes the...

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    Berkshire Enterprises Resources

    Berkshire Enterprises is an affiliated program of Berkshire Community College Life Long Learning Workforce Development. BE’s mission is to aid, encourage, train, nurture and advise entrepreneurs in the development, start-up and management of their businesses. Check out some of the BE resources to help you...

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    Develop Your Business

    PLANT THE SEED AND WATCH IT GROW! Successful entrepreneurs are constantly seeking ways to improve the management and operation of their business. Seeking outside advice can be beneficial to you and your business because it provides a unique and professional perspective. The Massachusetts Small Business...

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