Analysis of companies, markets, digital business models, startups, monetization strategies, and how technology shapes modern commerce and decision making.
![15 Tools That The Most Successful Entrepreneurs Use [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/15-tools-successful-entrepreneurs-infographic.gif "15 Tools That The Most Successful Entrepreneurs Use [Infographic]")
15 Tools That The Most Successful Entrepreneurs Use [Infographic]
As an entrepreneur, it can sometimes be a complicated endeavor to get a new startup going. Even maintaining its continuous progression can be hard without the right tools. Anyone who has ever started a business knows how difficult it can be to get the word out about your product or service's greatne ...
![Beginner’s Guide For How To Start A Startup [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/how-start-a-startup-infographic-optimized.png "Beginner’s Guide For How To Start A Startup [Infographic]")
Beginner’s Guide For How To Start A Startup [Infographic]
There are a lot of people out there with a good idea on their minds, but most don't take it any further than that. It's a shame because some of these ideas could make it huge if they were nurtured and brought to life. However, it's no simple feat to start a startup. It's quite the contrary actually. ...
![The 8 Unavoidable Secrets Of Success [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/8-secrets-of-success-infographic-optimized.jpg "The 8 Unavoidable Secrets Of Success [Infographic]")
The 8 Unavoidable Secrets Of Success [Infographic]
I know a lot of people who immediately think of money when they hear the word success. I think that's unfortunate since success is such a comprehensive word, and it caters to so much more. Success can be everything from reaching a goal to learning something you have always wanted to know. Success ma ...
![Startups: Details To Remember Before You Pitch Angel Investors [Chart]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pitching-to-angel-investors-chart-optimized.jpg "Startups: Details To Remember Before You Pitch Angel Investors [Chart]")
Startups: Details To Remember Before You Pitch Angel Investors [Chart]
If you are a startup entrepreneur, you may be ready to take on some angel investors to further fund your endeavor. Angel investors usually invest in startups that are not quite ready for venture capitalists. Angel investors are those wonderful people who believe in what you're doing before you are r ...
![Poor Mentality vs. Rich Mentality Of Startup Entrepreneurs [Chart]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/rich-poor-mentality-startups-chart-optimized.jpg "Poor Mentality vs. Rich Mentality Of Startup Entrepreneurs [Chart]")
Poor Mentality vs. Rich Mentality Of Startup Entrepreneurs [Chart]
Money can be an uncomfortable topic to talk about and write about, but I'm going to go there today. I've been an entrepreneur for most of my life. I can tell you, if you have started a business for the sole purpose of making money, it's hard to sustain the dedication and commitment required to keep ...
![7 Ways To Know That You Are A Fast Learner [Chart]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/signs-you-are-fast-learner-optimized.jpg "7 Ways To Know That You Are A Fast Learner [Chart]")
7 Ways To Know That You Are A Fast Learner [Chart]
Several people I know put on their resumes that they're fast learners. I saw another resume today with that on it, and it made me start thinking about what it means to be a fast learner, and why people think it's worthwhile to include that on a resume. After all, there are many hiring managers who w ...
![How To Determine The Valuation Of A Startup Company [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/startup-company-valuation-infographic-1-optimized.jpg "How To Determine The Valuation Of A Startup Company [Infographic]")
How To Determine The Valuation Of A Startup Company [Infographic]
If you are a partner in a startup company, you've probably thought about what the dollar value of all your hard work is. It can be tough to know how to calculate the valuation of a startup, especially when it's brand new. If your company is at a point in its evolution where you are considering inves ...
![Evolution Of Marketing From 1960 To What We Know Today [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/real-time-marketing-data-infographic-optimized.jpg "Evolution Of Marketing From 1960 To What We Know Today [Infographic]")
Evolution Of Marketing From 1960 To What We Know Today [Infographic]
Social media and marketing go hand in hand. Whether you are marketing your personal brand, your business, or no brand at all, you are still making a name for yourself in social media. Depending on how you look at it, I could argue that it's all marketing. Yesterday I wrote an article about the Histo ...
![Leadership Roles: The Changing Job Of Tech Focused CIOs [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/changing-role-of-cio-infographic-optimized.jpg "Leadership Roles: The Changing Job Of Tech Focused CIOs [Infographic]")
Leadership Roles: The Changing Job Of Tech Focused CIOs [Infographic]
The leadership roles in large organizations have changed a lot over recent years as technology has permeated every part of corporate culture. We've written about how the role of a CEO has evolved, and today it's all about the role of CIO (Chief Information Officer). With the importance of technology ...
![The Benefits Of Drinking Coffee While Working Each Day [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/coffee-and-working-go-together-optimized.jpg "The Benefits Of Drinking Coffee While Working Each Day [Infographic]")
The Benefits Of Drinking Coffee While Working Each Day [Infographic]
I'm convinced that sometimes the only way to truly learn about something is to experience it. It may be possible to find information about anything on the Internet, but that doesn't mean we can always learn what's best from the Internet. The harmful effects vs. the benefits of drinking coffee is one ...
![Science Behind Who Clicks On Your Banner Ads & Why [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/who-looks-at-banner-ads-optimized.jpg "Science Behind Who Clicks On Your Banner Ads & Why [Infographic]")
Science Behind Who Clicks On Your Banner Ads & Why [Infographic]
One of the most vital parts of having an online enterprise is making sure people know about it enough to become clients or customers. Online advertising is one of the most effective ways to grow your business, and to attract visitors to your online service or product page. But without proper researc ...
![Habits Of Successful Entrepreneurs [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/habits-of-successful-entrepreneur-infographic-optimized.jpg "Habits Of Successful Entrepreneurs [Infographic]")
Habits Of Successful Entrepreneurs [Infographic]
I have talked to so many people about being an entrepreneur, and what it takes to take something from an idea to a working concept. What I have come to learn is that there are more people in the world who give up than there are people who stay dedicated no matter what they face. It's through trial a ...
![How To Grow Your Business Using Content Marketing [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/grow-your-business-marketing-infographic-optimized.jpg "How To Grow Your Business Using Content Marketing [Infographic]")
How To Grow Your Business Using Content Marketing [Infographic]
The Internet is a vital part of any company's growth today. It has been said many times before, but in 2013 it's imperative for a company to be present on the Internet, and to actively produce content that will help new customers, clients and fans discover and learn more about the company. But with ...
![Signs You Are A Natural Born Business Leader…Or Not [Flowchart]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/signs-you-are-entrepreneur-infographic-optimized.jpg "Signs You Are A Natural Born Business Leader…Or Not [Flowchart]")
Signs You Are A Natural Born Business Leader…Or Not [Flowchart]
Some people say leadership is a skill or trait that people either have or they don't. I disagree. I do think a person can be a natural born leader, which usually makes him or her a great business leader, but I also think people can learn leadership skills through experience. Think about all the powe ...
![The Anatomy Of A Professional Email Signature [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/anatomy-of-email-signature-infographic-optimized.jpg "The Anatomy Of A Professional Email Signature [Infographic]")
The Anatomy Of A Professional Email Signature [Infographic]
As much as people moan and groan about email, it's still the main tool used during the day for professionals to communicate with each other. There was a time when people thought social media tools like Twitter direct message and Facebook messaging might overtake email as the most popular way to send ...