1. New Franchise Site

    Start-Up Guide | 18 Nov 2009 | 1:38am EST

    FranchiseFix.com recently launched with the goal of being the #1 resource on the web for franchise information.  The site has a comprehensive array of resources: Discover franchises by state, investment level, and industry Information on failure rates and international franchising Franchise financing help Franchise events, associations, and resou... Continue reading >
  2. Looking to Incorporate? FilingsMadeEasy Launches

    Start-Up Guide | 27 Aug 2009 | 10:30pm EST

    FilingsMadeEasy.com recently launched.  They provide one of the easiest platforms I have ever seen for forming your LLC or Incorporation online.  They also offer other services (DBA, FEIN, Resident Agent Services, etc.) at affordable prices.  They also have a great resource center.... Continue reading >
  3. Reviews of Free Jott Alternatives

    VisionBeta | 15 Jan 2009 | 7:32pm EST

    I was recently heartbroken to hear that Jott would end it’s free services come February 2nd. I’ve been a big users of Jott ever since it first launched – probably recording an average of 10-15 notes per week. In the end, I probably will end up subscribing to the premium service, but for all those who have become too spoiled in the... Continue reading >
  4. Long Overdue Update

    Start-Up Guide | 29 Dec 2008 | 10:03pm EST

    This post has been long overdue but with the start of the new year I plan to begin blogging once again.Quick update (with more to come) - I am now the Manager of Entrepreneur Development at Babson College. I am responsible for supporting & developing Babson's entrepreneurs (students & alumni) through an array of programs and services. My st... Continue reading >
  5. ShopFirstDate is Live

    Start-Up Guide | 29 Dec 2008 | 9:56pm EST

    My good friend, entrepreneur, and Babson alumnus Keri Barrett has a new e-commerce site up for her company, FirstDate Boutique. Check out ShopFirstDate.... Continue reading >
  6. Why PowerPoints Aren’t Bad

    VisionBeta | 3 Oct 2008 | 11:31pm EST

    One thing that often stereotypically defines the corporate lifestyle is an obsession with PowerPoint presentations – almost to the extent where nothing but making presentations gets done. While I do despise work for the sake of work, we have been introducing a weekly presentation day in our company and have been seeing success with it. Here a... Continue reading >
  7. Work is Momentum

    VisionBeta | 23 Jan 2008 | 4:01am EST

    Work is momentum. The problem is setting your force in motion – after that, inertia takes care of the rest. It’s the energy, discipline and focus required to get things moving and whether one has it – that is what separates those who achieve and those who dream.... Continue reading >
  8. Domain Name Industry Watch Out Demand Media Raises $100 Million

    VisionBeta | 25 Sep 2007 | 11:32pm EST

    Demand Media Raises $100 Million  It looks like my dreams of becoming a major player in the domain name industry are over. Demand Media will focus on buying domain names with organic search traffic and optimizing them through social networking technology.... Continue reading >