What makes entrepreneurs tick? Why do some startups thrive? June explores what makes businesses, investors and entrepreneurs tick—and falter—in articles for a mix of national publications.

arriveYelp Wanted

Arrive magazine

After feasting at the new Italian restaurant in your neighborhood, you rave to your coworkers about the savory eggplant Parmesan and tender linguini. At least, that’s what you would have done in 2005. Today, anyone with a glowing review or an ax to grind is more likely than ever to share that opinion on an online review site such as Yelp, TripAdvisor or Citysearch.
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vcjLawyering Like an Entrepreneur

VC Journal

Andre Gharakhanian is eager to grow his business, but he’s wary. He wants to keep everything that’s made it successful, from the zealously responsive customer service to the birthday celebrations for each of his 14 employees. Yet he’s concerned that expanding too quickly in San Francisco or opening offices in Seattle or Boston might rode his winning formula.

“It’s not appealing to grow just to grow,” Gharakhanian says. “How do you be successful and keep your vision?”
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vcjTo MBA, or Not to MBA?

Arrive magazine

Neil Blumenthal didn’t enter business school with any plans to launch a business. He was looking for formal training in finance, accounting and marketing. But along the way to his master’s degree in business administration, he met three classmates who shared his passion for entrepreneurship and social change.
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