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  <Title>4 Ways a Hobby Can Boost Your Entrepreneurial Efforts</Title>
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  <Title>Maintaining Your Startup&#8217;s Focus</Title>
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  <Summary>Too many passions can derail you. Find one that sticks.</Summary>
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  <PostedAt>Fri, 22 Mar 2013 16:00:13 -0400</PostedAt>
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  <Title>Don&#8217;t Get Too Excited: 4 Reasons Why Passion is the Enemy of Sales Success</Title>
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        <div class="html-content">Having too much enthusiasm, a common condition among young treps, can bungle a deal before you even open your mouth. Here's how to temper your resolve and make the sale.</div>
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  <Title>Spring Break Plans? Open Your Mind and Rekindle Your Love of Entrepreneurship</Title>
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  <Title>Turning Passion Into Profits: From Playing Games to Playing for Profit</Title>
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  <Title>4 Tips for Creating a Firm Foundation for Your Startup</Title>
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