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Start-Up Fever
Do you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur? Millions dream of founding a high-tech start-up, their hopes fueled by mindboggling IPOs, internet whiz kid billionaires, and tiny dot-com companies taking Wall Street by storm. The white-hot center of it all, of course, is Silicon Valley, where Netscape, Yahoo! and numerous other companies have rocketed to success with a powerful concept, some venture capital and countless all-nighters. You don't have to live in Palo Alto to take the plunge and start a company, but there's plenty you should know before filing those articles of incorporation, wherever you are. Read on, and learn how to transform your great idea into an even better company.

Look Before You Leap
Opening Moves 


Management
A board of directors offers many benefits to an organization. For a start-up with relatively young founders, a board could be a great source for seasoned business experience and advice. Learn the basics of building a successful board.

See:
Building a Board 
Business Formation 

Legal
Because lawsuits have the potential of diverting valuable management resources, sound corporate practice should include proper legal planning. Learn how to find an attorney.

Also check out:
Intellectual Property 
Tort Law 


Finance
Having a great idea isn't enough. You need funding to bring that idea to life. Learn about raising money from angels to vc's. Also, what happens when a business fails?

Read more:
Bankruptcy Basics 
Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) 

Marketing
Do I have a deal for you! Find out what happens when that so-called deal turns into a dud.

Worse yet. What if someone gets injured using your product?

Learn:
Advertising 
Warranties 


Human Resources
As a company grows, its staffing needs will expand. Should the company contract with temporary workers or hire permanent employees? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?

Read on:
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