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Hire a Hero

By: Susan VanEpps Loudoun entrepreneurs that act quickly can help the community and their business, all while scoring a significant tax credit – just by hiring a veteran in need of employment before January 1, 2013. Under the Veterans Opportunity…
Loudoun Economic Development
September 6, 2012
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How to Work a Room

By: Lois Kirkpatrick Let’s face it: sooner or later, you’re going to have to work a room. Growing a business requires meeting other people who can help you succeed. You might meet those people at a happy hour, a showcase…
Loudoun Economic Development
September 6, 2012
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Hire Ground

By: Lois Kirkpatrick Your startup is really starting to take off, and you and your business partner need to staff up. Your family members are excited about your growth, and want in on this ground-floor opportunity. Question: should you hire…
Loudoun Economic Development
August 2, 2012
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Top Five Apps for Entrepreneurs

Lois Kirkpatrick Communications and Marketing Manager Ask startup owners which mobile apps help them the most, and you’re likely to hear rave reviews about Evernote, DropBox and Dragon Dictation. Others are fans of time-tracking apps like TimeClockPlus, or receipt-management apps…
Loudoun Economic Development
June 12, 2012
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Crowdfunding

By: Susan VanEpps Last month, the president signed the Jumpstart Our Business Startups bill into law. The JOBS Act will give small businesses more access to capital by allowing online fans, friends and followers to become stockholders in your company.…
Loudoun Economic Development
May 17, 2012