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Speaking in front of your team is one thing. Being the main focus at an event or conference is quite another. bit.ly/2MTKsv5 via @tokenpay, @GoldFireStudios, @patrick_conley, @sharamfm, @thederek, @BrettFarmiloe, @AndyKaruza and @loganlenz.

Make sure your new partner has both the soft and hard skills your company needs for success. bit.ly/2MAHSNK via @DougBend @MoneyCrashers @SpiralStair @johnberk @chuckcohn @MitchGordonGo @leahtn @kimkaupe and more.

Giving a standout employee a raise can help make them feel more valued in a company. bit.ly/2nKuRTC via @MarkKrassner @nethacker @Brenomics @thederek, @johnrampton, @aatanacio, @dhassell @CharlieGilkey @andrewhowlett.

You can’t be a powerful leader without these three characteristics. bit.ly/2nJri01

As a new investor, you’ll want to stay away from these industries if you can help it. bit.ly/2MmZFs6

Even (and especially) CEOs can benefit from constant improvement. bit.ly/2nHJnLH

Choosing a business name is a lot like picking out a tattoo: more permanent than you think. Make sure it becomes more than just a funny story. bit.ly/2MAPBuS

How well do you really know your customers? bit.ly/21ugNtV

People are quick to share their success stories. But what don’t you know about the less-than-glamorous parts of entrepreneurship? bit.ly/2MPFy2c

You should be able to depend on your COO to keep the business running smoothly. bit.ly/2MhPC7Q @lkr @BrittanyHodak @dnevogt @nethacker @sethtalbott @adamroot and more.

Here’s how to motivate your sales team to reach their optimum performance. bit.ly/2nKNkQ4 via @nanxi_liu

Don’t bother with your business card; networking success comes from building real relationships. bit.ly/2Bk6AgM

Gifting your new employees with a startup-related book can get them in the right mindset for personal and professional growth. bit.ly/2MsyETy via @peterdaisyme @BrittanyHodak @FreeEbooksNet @KelseyRecht @kimkaupe @firaskittaneh @slobotski @dpickett @theFaraz and more.

Need an example of startups making an impact? Just look at the hotel industry. bit.ly/2MRIL1c via @peterdaisyme

Social media isn’t the only way to promote your product. bit.ly/2nFBKFE via @bkparikh @MoneyCrashers @AndrewVest @Trace_Cohen and more.

Although your employees might span across the globe, you still want your team to be one the same page when it comes to your business. bit.ly/2BhXu47 via @jaredbrown

Mix up your boring meeting routine with these fun company culture suggestions. bit.ly/2OEb83o via @joeapfelbaum @benyru @andrewangus @andrewsaladino @n2frizbee and more.

Make your favorite customers feel special this year with these thoughtful gifts. bit.ly/2L11a9V via @CoreyBlake9000 @TheAntonioNeves @EnricoPalmerino @nethacker @justinnowak @PhilLaboon and more.

In today’s saturated market, what makes a business stand out and become successful? bit.ly/2MSA5rk via @RandyRayess

Here are the top business ideas we can’t believe slipped through our fingers. bit.ly/2Mneawp via @patrick_conley @BrittanyHodak @vbs27 @jaredbrown @SpiralStair @StanleyMeytin @amanadvani @MarkKrassner @benln @firaskittaneh @dnevogt @itsjoshsprague and more.