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Entrepreneurs can greatly benefit from bringing someone with startup…

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Should I Bring in Somebody with Startup Experience to Attract Investors?

Entrepreneurs can greatly benefit from bringing someone with startup…

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Are Business Plans still Relevant Today?

Business plans are the ABCs of business schools. However, fewer…

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2 Golden Rules for Capital Calculation

Don’t let inaccurate capital calculation be the reason why…

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Cerius Insights – Independent Executive Trends and Marketing Success

It is always our goal not just to be up-to-speed…

Cerius Insights – Gig Economy Trends, Marketing Tips, and Business Success

We recently attended an industry conference specific to the Gig…

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The 3 C’s of Business Pitch: Clear, Concise and Compelling

Don’t let your great business idea fail because of a…

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Managing Client Expectations

Client expectations are not always met, creating disappointment for both…

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Overcoming Common Objections with Executives

Common objections clients have about an executive is that they…

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Your Initial Executive Client Conversation

For an executive who are looking for insights on what…

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Independent Executive Partnerships

Each independent executive operates his or her own business, and…

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