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Do Rising Costs Point to Domestic Manufacturing?
Don't assume your next invention will be produced overseas. Several factors make the U.S. a prime place for production.
Ways to Support Franchisees During a Time of Escalating Costs
Use these tips to attract more franchisees and help them cut costs.
Deconstructing the Presidential Candidates' Town Hall Debate
If you watched, you know what they said (or didn't say). But do you know why they were effective? How well did they say what they said?
Frugal Choices for On-Demand Tech
The software-as-a-service concept is growing, bringing low-cost internet applications to businesses of all sizes and saving entrepreneurs dough with zeros and ones.
Profits for a Better World
Socially responsible young entrepreneurs are creating for-profit businesses to enact social change.
Are You Safe Or Sexy?
The answer has a lot to do with how to finance your company.
Is Your Customer A Deadbeat?
Dun & Bradstreet will tell you which customers pay their bills and which don't---for free.
How Self-Made Titans Got Their Starts
Don't have a silver spoon? Neither did they.
Should You Tack On A Fuel Surcharge?
Probably not--unless, of course, your energy bill is putting you out of business.
Don't Leave Money On The Table
The economy's rough, but plenty of acquirers are hunting for prey. Here are some tips on selling your shop.
How To Hire A Great Closer
There are myths galore about what makes a great salesperson. One hint: Experience isn't everything.
The Joys (And Perils) Of Hiring In A Recession
With companies shedding jobs, the pickings just got plumper. Just make sure to find the right fit.
What To Look For In A Business Partner
You don't have to enjoy playing golf with her--though that would be nice.
How To Run On Fumes
Tips for maintaining peak performance in the wake of stress, fatigue, sickness or tragedy.
How To Hire Outside The Box
Your greatest asset could be someone you haven't even considered yet--if you find the right fit, that is.
Should You Sweat The 'Recession'?
The R-word has a scary ring to it. Here's what the latest downturn really means to business owners.
Scratching Your Competitor's Back
Solve your customers' problems--even if it means sending them elsewhere.
Slimy Landlord Tactics
With foreclosures flourishing, the ongoing battle between landlords and tenants is heating up.
Taking On Restaurants And Grocers
Meal-assembly franchisers aimed to turn the food business on its head. Now the biggest is starved for profits.
Democratizing The Art World
A Manhattan-based nonprofit aims to bring a dose of healthy competition to a very imperfect market.
How To Handle E-Mail Deluge
Entrepreneurs' inboxes are overflowing. E-mail archiving can help.
When Bigger Isn't Better
Speedy Internet provider Rainbow Broadband shelved dreams of national expansion. What a great move.
On The Trail To A Paperless Office
Bill Brikiatis of eCopy, a document-imaging software firm, offers his guidance.
How To Nab Federal Funding For Your Tech Firm
A new bill aims to beef up grants to tech start-ups. Here's how to tap those coffers today.
Six Online Data-Backup Providers
Web-based backup services are automatic, off-site and now surprisingly affordable. Here are six vendors to choose from.
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