CenterTalk Blog

Nov
04

VC Nick Rosa of Sandbox Industries Talks Control vs. Relationships

Nick Rosa (COM '77), friend of the Coleman Center, was recently interviewed in a Crain's blog article. 

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Nov
04

Success of Entrepreneurship Program Leads to New Masters Program

Dr. Harold Welsch, who holds the Coleman Chair in Entrepreneurship at DePaul, was recently quoted in the DePaulia discussing the growth of DePaul's entrepreneurial programs.

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Nov
03

How Do You Hold Yourself Accountable?

ac⋅count⋅a⋅bil'⋅i⋅tyn 1. the state of being accountable, liable, or answerable.

As a business owner, you learn quickly that being in control is a double-edged sword: you get to do what you want and what you believe is right, but you rarely have someone who is able to hold you to it.

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Nov
03

Doing Business With No Walls

Entrepreneur Magazine offers a guide to fully mobilizing your business, including the best gizmos to get the job done.

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Nov
03

Restaurant Stirs Up Buzz Via Viral Marketing

Kevin Walters, a New York small business owner, grew revenues for his restaurant and jazz club by using word-of-mouth marketing techniques at a time when many dining and nightlife establishments in the city are struggling.

 

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Nov
02

Good Email Communication Practices

At the Coleman Center we know business owners and student-entrepreneurs are in need of finishing tasks and projects quickly and efficiently, but good communication practices is an area that can't be overlooked. Becca Berkenstadt, Marketing Intern, discusses some best practices when it comes to email communications.

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Nov
02

Job Opportunity from Coleman Center Member Marbles

Coleman Center member Marbles: The Brain Store is looking to hire a project manager. This is an opportunity for someone who can successfully operate in a fast‐paced, entrepreneurial environment.

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Nov
02

Upcoming Graduate Entrepreneurs' Organization (GEO) Events

Learn more about upcoming GEO events this Wednesday, Novemeber 4.  

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Oct
27

It's Business. But When It's Yours, It's Personal.

Raman Chadha, Executive Director at the Coleman Center shares his insights into the personal world of business owners. 

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Oct
27

Obama Refocuses Bailout on Small Businesses

The Obama Administration, recognizing the importance of small businesses in helping revive the economy,  pitched to Congress last week initiatives that would make it easier for small businesses to get loans from banks.

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Oct
27

Give Your Marketing a Fall Lift

Marketing is a constant in a business, and it is important to use the fourth quarter to plan for the new year. Starting off the new year with a bang puts companies in the lead, so it's important to take a look at your goals for the rest of the year and plan what you need to be ready for 2010.

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Oct
27

Universities: Incubators of Entrepreneurial Talent

Did you know that students that take entrepreneurship classes are more likely to innovate products, services, or production techniques upon graduation? Entrepreneurship programs at universities are a recent phenomenon and a growing trend leading to great results.


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Oct
26

GEO's Speaker Panel Event: Business Venture / Plan Competitions - Launch DePaul

Launch DePaul is an annual new venture competition for the DePaul community. Learn about the competition and application process at GEO’s panel event on October 28. 

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Oct
20

Coleman Center Member "Marbles" Featured in Crain's Video

Amid the worst retail recession ever, Lindsay Gaskins has been busy opening Marbles: The Brain Store locations all over the Chicago area. Gaskins proved "brain health" can be big business when she moved the store from its test market in a mall kiosk to a free standing store on Grand Ave. 

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Oct
20

Is Entrepreneurship in Your Genes?

An Inc. Magazine article posted today discusses how much your DNA affects your ability as an entrepreneur.  

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