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Smart Thermostats Popular With Younger Generations, Says Report

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A new report, from J.D. Interestingly enough, two established thermostat manufacturers-- Lennox and Carrier --had the highest satisfaction ratings, followed by Nest. According to J.D.

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Businesses Need Your Input, But Can’t Read Your Mind

Startup Professionals Musings

As an advisor to entrepreneurs and a technologist, I’m happy to report that the tide may be turning, and we are experiencing a new era of opportunity for entrepreneurs, and a new appreciation of the power of the digital world. In his classic book, “ Digital Context 2.0: In his classic book, “ Digital Context 2.0: Norton, Ph.D.,

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Startups Need Your Data, But Consumers Are Still Wary

Startup Professionals Musings

As an advisor to entrepreneurs and a technologist, I’m happy to report that the tide may be turning, and we are experiencing a new era of opportunity for entrepreneurs, and a new appreciation of the power of the digital world. In his classic book, “ Digital Context 2.0: In his classic book, “ Digital Context 2.0: Norton, Ph.D.,

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How To Stay Cool, Despite Team Members Who Annoy You

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If everyone works well together, you all feel a sense of job satisfaction. Reports indicate that body language is fifty percent or more of every communication. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 12/06/2018. In my career in business, I’ve found that the people you work with make all the difference.

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4 Steps To The Support You Need To Save Your Business

Startup Professionals Musings

Most people get a tremendous satisfaction from helping others, but are equally afraid to offer without being asked. The most common signal that guidance is desired is to establish an Advisory Board that meets regularly, which you support with regular reports and open communication. Otherwise they lose motivation.

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8 Keys To Migration From A Consultant To A Freelancer

Startup Professionals Musings

The image of a self-proclaimed expert who can generate a report, make a great presentation, and leave you to do the implementation, is just not attractive when you don’t have a staff, and you are already overloaded with the crisis of the day. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 02/08/2018.

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10 Positive Signs For Starting Your Own Business Now

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I believe the days of the “job work” mentality are thankfully waning, with more people looking to get satisfaction by making the world a better place, rather than just tolerating brain-numbing work to fund enjoyment elsewhere. Statistica reports that almost 20 percent more companies went public in 2018 versus 2017.

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