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Hello, My Name Is: Conference Addict

A lot of wheeling and dealing goes down at these conferences.READ»

Don't Bite the Hand That Feeds You: The 7 Rules of Technology Ecosystems

Rule #7: "Don't be a douche bag." Regardless of the reason for partnering, each partner brings its own agenda to the table. Systemic problems in ecosystems arise when the various parties don't establish or communicate rules of engagement. If you're a technology startup, here are some hard lessons from the trenches.READ»

Gallup Opens Abu Dhabi Center

Polling giant Gallup has opened a new social research center in Abu Dhabi headed by a U.S. government appointee. But the center's affiliation with Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince Court has ramifications for public diplomacy.READ»

CARS   |  Comment

Infographic of the Day: The Tangled Web of Carmaker Alliances

Among today's automakers, coop-petition is the new normal.READ»

Why You’ve Got To “Play Nice With Others”

In today’s business climate where so much is changing so quickly, you’ve got to focus on your core competency: What is it that you do that is truly unique, valuable and differentiated?  The answer to this question may change ...READ»

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Making Your Partners Look Good

How playing second fiddle in PR initiatives can actually be better for youREAD»

Meeting the Parent Company, and More Signs of Designer Monogamy

What happens when the thrill of working together is gone? Should your designer meet the parent company? Is it time to get designer-exclusive? Stuart Karten has answers.READ»

Why You Should Have a Threesome, and Solving Other Partner Problems

Are three heads better than one? How should designers weather the current economy? What's with the acronyms? Stuart Karten has answers.READ»