Devlin Smith

A direct-selling expert shares what it takes to start out and make it in this industry.

Learn some of the ins and outs of successfully running your own retail location from a tween clothing and accessories retailer.

This web conferencing company is helping small-business owners connect in cyberspace.

Sites like Disney.com are giving teenagers the chance to play entrepreneur.

Ben Cathers shares his tips and tactics for successfully marketing your business.

Healthy meals make a splash.

Appearances aren't everything at this skin-care salon.

Who says it's a man's world? These women entrepreneurs have found exactly what they want in franchising.

All the world's a stage for one entrepreneur and the kids who take her acting classes.

A new generation of noodle restaurant chains is moving to the forefront of franchising.

Is a name-brand franchise necessary for success? Orion proves even the smallest name brands can compete with big-name players.

There are some things beyond your control, such as a poor job market. But that doesn't mean you can't control your future. Follow the lead of these entrepreneurs, who bought their own franchises.

The inside scoop on how ice cream franchises are going beyond the vanilla.

An author speaks out on the pros and cons of buying a franchise.

With a growing chain of weight-loss center locations, this franchisee proves he's got what it takes to succeed.

Running a juice bar gives one couple endless options.

These fast-growing Craters & Freighters franchisees see customers as the key to their success.

Baking and creating cookie bouquets has blossomed into a fun business for this franchisee.

Yes, you can be a successful franchisee--our insiders and experts tell you how.

Program piques entrepreneurial interest and helps student entrepreneurs start and run their own businesses

When one franchisee goes bad, what should a franchisor do to protect a brand's reputation?

Industry advancements are altering perceptions of what a typical maid franchise is.

This Cold Stone Creamery franchisee lives the good life, serving up ice cream in paradise.

If your house needs painting and your roof needs repairing, these franchisees have it covered.

The real story on how national ad funds work for you.

Done right, offering a rebate can mean a boost to your bottom line. Done wrong, and it can mean unhappy customers and lost profits.

Fast-food chains are adding healthy menu items to please customers and fatten up bottom lines.

The franchisor of Sports Clips understands franchisees, for one good reason: He's been one himself.

Think you have to be on personal terms with the likes of Elmo and Barney to run a preschool? Well, think again.

For one college student, brewing up international flavor is in the bag.