When in Rome, you may want to avoid the Colosseum.

Back in ancient times, the Romans used the massive amphitheater to stage all kinds of spectacles, including gladiator contests, so sitting in the cheap seats was a good way to ensure you'd make it home for dinner.

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Running a successful company can feel a bit like walking into an arena, although the body count tends to be a little lower. Nevertheless, survival of the fittest is still the No. 1 rule.

Streaming giant Netflix ( NFLX ) has been taking on all comers over the years. The Los Gatos, Calif., company. founded in 1997 as a mail-order-DVD-rental operation, began offering streaming services a decade later.

TheStreet Pro's Stephen Guilfoyle remembers those ear

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