Janean Chun

Reach kids by simplifying their options.

Can a small fish survive in a big pond? Yes--even in this economy, big franchises are seeking single-unit franchisees just like you.

With borrowing leverage, purchasing power and marketing prowess already in place, big franchises handle much of the legwork.

Young women learn what it takes to start a business.

When employees call in sick, it's your business that suffers.

What happens when your personal dream turns into every entrepreneur's nightmare?

His basketball days behind him, superstar Magic Johnson is now busy scoring points in the world of business. Here's what he thinks, what he wants...and how he's going to get it.

Fasten your seatbelts: We're about to shatter some of the most common small-business myths.

Sure Bets

Community assistance and more.

Two creative geniuses reveal how to think out of the box.

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Inventors are hit hard as Clinton proposes to take $92 million from the Patent Office.

The Supreme Court's refusal to hear a set-aside case deals a blow to affirmative action.

A former Oscar winner changes her focus to games for girls.

Franchising heats up around the world.

Franchisees see one thing, franchisors another . . . how to reconcile the two?

The SBA's Office of Advocacy faces the fight of its life.

Women's access to capital widens with the help of a new SBA program.

What makes entrepreneurs tick?

Booming industries and landmark court cases put franchising in the fast lane.

What's New! What's Hot! What Sells A Lot!

A new breed of franchisee--the multiunit operator--is changing the face of franchising.

A landmark court ruling could have new implications in franchise relationships.

Vote now, or forever hold your peace.

The <i>true</i> state of small business

Scuttle Your Ships Before Advancing

It takes more than just brain power to make it as an inventor.

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