Raising Equity and Venture Capital on Main Street

Now that tax season's over and the anxiety has past, maybe it's time to re-think your relationship with the Internal Revenue Service. Many of us think of the IRS as…

When it comes to solving a problem, two heads are better than one, right? No matter how smart you are, getting diverse opinions from experienced businesspeople will help you grow…

A recently released survey of 1,000 small business owners by the University of Maryland and Network Solutions found that small businesses are succeeding in spite of the troubled economy. …

It's the nature of business - stuff wears out and goes out-of-date. Computers, monitors, office equipment, furniture - nothing lasts forever. Unfortunately, much of this stuff ends up in landfills…

Pretty cool - About.com is the 2009 People's Voice Webby Award winner in the Guides/Ratings/Reviews category. Thanks to all our readers for your support, and a special thanks to our…

During a recession, the marketing budget is often the first to get cut. That may be a mistake. Businesses that advertise during a recession are not only more likely to…

If you've never marketed via direct mail advertising, now might be the time to consider it. With the tightening of budgets due to the current economic climate, many companies are…

If your parents and/or your first boss taught you well, you know that first impressions matter, especially in a business setting. When you first meet someone, you're evaluated within the…

Inc. has a fun feature this month in which ten highly successful entrepreneurs reminisce about the early days of their business. Nuggests of wisdom easily digestible in five minutes or…