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Three Tips for Starting Your Own Business, From Build-A-Bear CEO Maxine Clark


First Posted: 08/11/11 02:44 PM ET Updated: 10/11/11 06:12 AM ET

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Maxine Clark, the founder and CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop - not to mention the former president of Payless ShoeSource - shares three tips for launching a successful new business venture.

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Maxine Clark, the founder and CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop - not to mention the former president of Payless ShoeSource - shares three tips for launching a successful new business venture. if(typeo...
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mhagerinteriors
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05:01 PM on 09/12/2011
Don't sit home while on unemployment or not employed. Get a sewing machine or jig saw and start making things. I'm starting my own business without any income at this point and it took a long time to get started. Now it's beginning to pay off. Use that down time to look for another job but also start creating....making something from nothing.
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wtaylorhi
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07:38 AM on 08/28/2011
Getting a financial education is very important. I recommend reading Robert Kiyosaki books and attending business seminars. Read blogs like these...
http://www.TheEntrepreunista.com
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simzillyjp
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04:06 PM on 09/12/2011
Get a forigner....they do'nt pay taxes for five years. (for starting a business.) Then they "sell" this business to a relative so they do not pay taxes for five years. Save some money folks. Start a business
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jackieclark56
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07:18 PM on 09/12/2011
Forigner? Really? I SO agree with your sentiments, but if you want to be taken seriously, learn to f%^&*@g spell!! Adds weight to your opinion!!
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