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FounderSociety member company Aligned Signs, a self-discovery website that connects like-minded users, finished 2015 by receiving a U.S. patent on its unique algorithm of relationship-building through psychometrics, zodiac and astrology. Aligned Signs has also joined eHarmony and Google at iDate, the largest dating

As a new founder, you may be worried about even making the tiniest of mistakes while your business is still in its early stages. It’s how you combat and conquer these fears, however, that will determine your success in the

Your mission statement must convey your core values and communicate why you’re in business in the first place. It also needs to be expertly crafted, however, to ensure it stands out in the mind of your stakeholders. A. Combine Keywords,

It’s great that your customers are getting a bargain, but don’t sell yourself short. Here’s how to match your product or service with the right price point. A. Your Demand Is Higher Than Your Supply If you’ve taken Economics 101,

When it comes to getting your first business off the ground, failure may seem inevitable. But if you’re able to recognize these fears and discover ways to overcome them, you’ll find you may just have a fighting chance at success.

A mentor has a huge influence on how you run your business. A mentor guides you in ways you never would have thought about, helping you make smarter decisions and connecting you with other industry experts. Finding the right one,

Between working all hours of the day to carrying a heavy load of responsibilities, nine entrepreneurs reveal why being your own boss isn’t as glamorous as it’s cracked up to be. A. You’re Always Accountable Have you ever heard, “You

These business owners pull motivation from every area of their lives. Question: What is your biggest daily motivation to keep working hard? JESSICA BAKER Aligned Signs Our Impact on the Community “On a daily basis, I try to set realistic goals

Just because you’re an entrepreneur doesn’t mean you have to do it all. Sometimes, that’s counterproductive. Question: What is one task you’ve learned to outsource or delegate? JESSICA BAKER Aligned Signs Non-Integral Tasks “We like to stick to what we’re good

Working as a team can be a difficult feat to achieve for any business, especially when it involves bringing together people who don’t normally do so. Some employees excel at the experience while others fear it with a vengeance. When