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Small Businesses and LinkedIn

Did you know how absolutely wonderful of a resource LinkedIn is for entrepreneurs? Well if you did, good for you and pat yourself on the back. If you didn’t, now you do, so get to gettin’! Mashable recently posted an article from the American Express OPEN Forum on how small businesses can reap the benefits of the social networking site. Here’s 5 ways Mashable believes that LinkedIn can help you and your small business grow (they’re pretty smart, so listen to them):

  1. Stay Top-of-Mind
  2. Find New Talent
  3. Crowdsource Solutions and Get Feedback
  4. Promote Special Event You Host or Attend
  5. Lead Local and Industry Thought

Be sure to read the rest of the article for the nitty-gritty know how.

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Spark of Genius Series

Hello Smart-ups community! I came across this on Mashable and thought this would be a great resource for all those with software start-ups. Microsoft BizSpark is a program that gives software entrepreneurs the support and tools they need, with no upfront costs for three years. So BizSpark has paired up with Mashable to create the Spark of Genius Series. Mashable will feature a new and innovative software company on Mashable.com every week. Of course there are some stipulations, so see if your company qualifies and enter!

 

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