Building a Business
Why Crowdfunding is Bad for Business (Opinion)
Should federal law be changed to allow crowdfunding to become more widespread? Here's why that may be a bad idea.
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Building a Business
10 Intriguing Business Books for Entrepreneurs to Read on Vacation
Here are the 10 business books that intrigued me most this year. If you're looking for a little inspiration to kick-start 2012, make one of these a year-end read.
Entrepreneurs
Is Your Small Business Making You Fat?
With the weak economy, many owners are putting in more time at work -- and it's taking a toll on their health, a new study shows.
Building a Business
The Key Question Inventors Don’t Ask Before Seeking Funding
Wondering what makes investors back an invention? The new History Channel show 'Invention USA' points out a key factor that can make the difference in landing funding.
Business Accounting
The Investors Who Laughed at Zynga
It's been a banner week for Zynga with its long-awaited IPO. But there was a time when its founder was criticized for proposing a free-gaming business model.
Building a Business
Three Key Business Investments to Make in 2012
It's time to think about where to invest in your business next year. Here are three trends to pinpoint in 2012 that could pay off big.
Business Ideas
Top 10 Small Business Predictions for 2012
Here is a collection of next year's top trends for marketing, retailing, service businesses, mobile, social media and more.
Marketing
An Inside Look At Being a Wal-Mart Supplier
What does it really take to service Wal-Mart as an account? A new report provides a rare, behind-the-scenes view into the inner workings of the big-box giant.
Marketing
Is Your Business in a Post-Thanksgiving Sales Slump?
A new survey finds shoppers either stocked up on Thanksgiving weekend, or are waiting until the last minute to find their holiday gifts.
Marketing
How One Company Transformed Its Boring Products
If your industry is full of sameness and you're having trouble figuring out how to differentiate your products, try to inject something fresh. Sometimes, all a product needs is a new name.
Thought Leaders
What Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Costco’s CEO
Jim Sinegal, the CEO of the third-largest U.S. retailer is retiring next year. Here are five key lessons entrepreneurs can take away from his legacy.
Marketing
Will Black Friday and Cyber Monday Lead to a Big Payday?
Early reports show that the big holiday weekend was actually big this year, but consumers are looking for deals. Will retailers still be able to turn a profit?
Marketing
A Small Business Owner’s Guide to Year-End Sales Success
With just four weeks left to bank end of year sales, there are still ways you can maximize your 2011 income. Here are five tips.
Marketing
What One Startup Got Out of Starring in Webisodes
Dell just aired a six-part series of Webisodes on the winner of its America's Favorite Small Business contest. Here's what the company got out of starring in the series.
Business Operations & Logistics
Retailers That Open on Thanksgiving: Is It Wrong?
As giant retailers open for business on Thanksgiving Day, small companies may also feel the pressure to open their doors.
Online Presence
Five New Online Tools for Finding Local Customers
Want more local customers to find your business? Here are five new tools from cutting edge Web developers.
Building a Business
Startup Initiatives Sprout from Global Entrepreneurship Week
Here is a look at some of the programs that will keep startups growing in the months to come.
Marketing
12 Ways to (Legally) Spy on Your Competitors
You may not have the resources to hire a competitive intelligence specialist, but small businesses can still unearth plenty of information about rivals.
Building a Business
Entrepreneurs Risk All On ‘Gold Rush Alaska.’ Would You?
If you'd like to see other entrepreneurs take high-stakes business gambles, nothing beats Discovery Channel's hit Friday-night show 'Gold Rush Alaska.'
Marketing
Business Owners Divided on Occupy Wall Street
In your view, is the popular protest movement against the financial industry good or bad for your business? The U.S. overall? Your fellow business owners straddle both sides of the debate.
Marketing
Seven Easy Tweaks to Turn Your Site into a Holiday Sales Machine
With the year's prime shopping season looming, here are some tips for improving your website to boost sales.
Building a Business
Will Repealing the 3% Withholding Tax Help Businesses Hire?
Eliminating a planned tax on government contractors is viewed as good news by business groups. But will it spur the hoped-for hiring?
Building a Business
Masterminding With ‘Turnaround King’ Grant Cardone
'Turnaround King' reality-TV star Grant Cardone broadcasts his mastermind group meetings on Ustream. Here are some entrepreneurship lessons from one of his recent discussions.
Building a Business
Five Ways Your Business Can Grab Market Share Today
You can never stop trying to win new customers. After all, your competitors are probably trying to win over your customers right now.
Marketing
Seven Simple Tips to Get Honest Customer Feedback Online
Looking for more and better input on your products or services? Consider these ideas -- and skip those annoying pop-up surveys.
Online Presence
Why Netflix, Bank of America and Dunkin’ Donuts Cave in to Customer Demands
Where is the line between being responsive to customers' needs, and simply letting customers call the shots?
Marketing
‘Cake Boss’ Asks: Are You Judging Your Customers?
'Cake Boss' Buddy Valastro of Carlo's Bakery shows why his business is a success. No matter how weird the request, his customers are always right.
Building a Business
Entrepreneurs: Are You a Mover — Or a Head-Shaker?
The downturn has created two classes of business owners, according to a recent survey. Here's what the movers do that the head-shakers don't.
Marketing
How to Bite Off a Chunk of the Zombie Economy
Zombie-related sales are a $5 billion market opportunity any entrepreneur can feast on. Here are a four ways you can reap some zombie-related profits -- and they're not just for Halloween, either.
Building a Business
Are Small Businesses Really Big Job Creators?
Small businesses create most of the jobs, we've often been told. But is it true? See which two types of businesses have been adding jobs, according to new data.
