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Business Travelers Are More Satisfied in Unmanaged Travel Programs - 5/16/2012 - Although business travelers report generally high levels of satisfaction, travelers who are subject to mandated travel programs are sacrificing personal comfort and convenience.

The Friendliest States for Small Businesses - 5/10/2012 - New study shows that Idaho and Texas are the friendliest states for small businesses; California, Hawaii and Vermont get failing grades.
New College Graduates Overwhelm Small Business Employers - 5/9/2012 - The current crop of recently graduated job seekers is leaving small business employers struggling to identify the best possible candidates.
U.S. Workers Still Struggling to Achieve Work Life Balance - 4/26/2012 - New poll suggests that more than a third of Americans feel like they spend too much time on the job.
Top 10 Fastest Growing Industries - 4/26/2012 - Starting a business in 2012? According to a new study, at least ten industries are currently experiencing exceptional growth and expansion.
JC Penney Targets Management Restructuring Initiative - 4/18/2012 - Retail giant eyes management realignment as a pathway toward a simpler business model; announces intention to operate like a business startup.
Business is booming in the private security industry - 3/30/2012 - A rebounding economy and public perceptions have positioned the private security industry for the highest growth rate in nine years.
Virginia high school students to graduate with training in entrepreneurship - 3/28/2012 - Lemonhead Movement equips high school seniors with the skills they need to plan and launch their own businesses.
SBA and US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce form partnership to promote Hispanic entrepreneurship - 3/27/2012 - New strategic alliance will target increased participation in SBA programs, government contracts and other entrepreneurial initiatives.
Most Small businesses aren't planning to change health benefits for healthcare reform - 3/23/2012 - Study reveals how small business employers plan to adapt to pending healthcare reform; most will continue to offer benefits on a voluntary basis.
Small businesses getting hurt by skyrocketing fuel costs - 3/17/2012 - A recent survey demonstrates the impact rising gasoline prices are having on the nation's small business economy.
TechWomen expands to Africa - 3/14/2012 - International technology career mentoring program expands to encompass several sub-Saharan nations; seeks mentors from U.S. tech companies.
Spanx entrepreneur now the world's youngest billionaire - 3/9/2012 - Sara Blakely, founder of Spanx, is the youngest female entrepreneur to be named to Forbes' list of billionaires.
SBA offers assistance to Kentucky small businesses impacted by storms - 3/8/2012 - SBA Administrator Karen Mills releases statement reiterating support and services that are available to Kentucky businesses in the wake of the state's recent natural disaster.
Massachusetts targets small business regulatory overhaul - 3/7/2012 - Governor Deval Patrick announces massive state regulatory review designed to eliminate government-based small business barriers.
Many small business owners aren't ready for retirement - 2/29/2012 - New research shows that many small business owners are failing to adequately prepare for their retirement.
Business startup rates are lowest ever - 2/15/2012 - The number of job seekers who elected to pursue entrepreneurial careers dropped significantly during the second half of 2011.
Valentine gifts to drive record sales for retailers - 2/8/2012 - Report by the NRF predicts a significant increase in consumer spending for Valentine's Day 2012.
Female entrepreneurs are less confident than male counterparts in the United States - 2/7/2012 - A comprehensive study on global female entrepreneurship reveals significant gaps between women's actual entrepreneurial capabilities and their self-perceptions.
Small business exports on the rise - 2/6/2012 - New government data indicates small business exporting is steadily advancing and capturing a larger share of total U.S. export value.
Latest jobs report bodes well for United States economy and small business owners - 2/3/2012 - We are back, baby! The latest jobs report indicates 243,000 new jobs were created in January.
Analytics is driving entrepreneurial innovation - 1/31/2012 - Analytics startups dominate the IBM SmartCamp Global Finals competition, revealing the rising influence of analytics firms in entrepreneurial and investment circles.
Global youth unemployment crisis addressed at Davos - 1/27/2012 - WEF gathering in Davos calls for innovative solutions to prevent an entire generation of workers being turned away from the global workforce.
Immigrant entrepreneurs helping drive job growth in the U.S. - 1/27/2012 - Report by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Immigration Policy Center reveals that immigrant businesses create jobs and strengthen the U.S. economy.
Peer engagement boosts confidence and optimism of SMB owners, according to recent survey - 1/23/2012 - Survey conducted by The Alternative Board reveals that vast majority of business owners believe that advisory board participation could increase their profits by 10% or more.
SBA Administrator promoted to Cabinet member amidst plan to radically restructure several federal agencies - 1/16/2012 - The Obama administration has requested Congressional authority to consolidate multiple government agencies under the auspices of the Small Business Administration chief.
Global index rates the U.S. as the world leader in entrepreneurial opportunity - 1/12/2012 - The 2012 Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index ranks the U.S. as the top location for starting a new business.
Small Business resolutions for 2012 New Year focus on growing sales - 12/28/2011 - Business New Year's resolutions for 2012 will primarily be focused on improving sales and marketing, according to a recent TD Bank survey of small business owners.
Agility helps SMBs compete, thrive in any economy - 12/27/2011 - Business expert identifies agility as a core competency for businesses striving to compete in today's economy.
Small business owners struggle to adapt to the New Normal - 12/27/2011 - Persistent economic uncertainty is leading many entrepreneurs to reset their strategy and expectations to accommodate a "new normal" in business.
Obama Administration memorandum creates new opportunities for records management SMBs - 12/21/2011 - A recent presidential memorandum requires federal agencies to digitize their recordkeeping processes, all but forcing additional collaboration with private companies in the area of e-discovery and records management.
Customer service emerging as a leading competitive strategy for SMBs - 12/20/2011 - Small and medium-sized businesses are discovering new ways to leverage customer service as a competitive advantage.
Economic concerns taking a toll on the health of small business owners - 12/14/2011 - Overall, 2011 was a good year for small businesses -- but uncertainty and the current business climate are having a negative effect on owner's physical health.
Congress reaches last minute deal to fund two critical SMB programs - 12/13/2011 - House and Senate lawmakers agree to extend the SBIR and STTR programs for small business research and innovation.
Arkansas receives $13 million for small business development - 12/6/2011 - Funds to be used for lending, loan guarantees and other activities to stimulate job creation and small business growth across the state.
Study indicates resilience in adversity among United States and European entrepreneurs - 11/30/2011 - In a recent study, entrepreneurs in the U.S. and Europe report a high level of determination despite the realities of an adverse business climate.
NOLAbound shines spotlight on innovation and entrepreneurship in New Orleans - 11/21/2011 - Program will provide all-expense trips for professionals to gain a firsthand look at the New Orleans entrepreneurial community in March 2012.
M3 1000 Philadelphia event recognizes female entrepreneurs for their ability to build sustainable small businesses - 11/17/2011 - Competition is designed to help a greater number of women entrepreneurs grow their businesses into million-dollar enterprises.
Holiday productivity: keeping employees motivated when work is the last thing on their minds - 11/15/2011 - With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you need a plan to keep your employees motivated throughout the 2011 holiday season.
LinkedIn Founder and CEO win national Entrepreneur of the Year award - 11/15/2011 - Reid Hoffman and Jeff Weiner take top honors for building a world-class networking tool that connects professionals in new and innovative ways.
Millennials embrace entrepreneurship, held back by economic realities - 11/11/2011 - New poll indicates strong entrepreneurial leanings among young adults, but down economy means high barriers to entry.
Denver voters overwhelmingly reject paid sick leave mandate - 11/3/2011 - Denver's Initiative 300 would have required small business employers to provide up to nine days of paid sick leave per year.
SMB coalition sends Obama a letter asking for regulatory relief - 11/2/2011 - A coalition of small business owners voiced their demands on regulatory reform.
SMBs remaining conservative until economy recovers - 11/1/2011 - Small businesses are implementing conservative business practices to battle the weak economy as they await a recovery.
Small business owners remain happy despite poor economy - 10/25/2011 - Despite the competitive marketplace and poor economy, small business owners remain happy with their jobs.
SMBs must create loyal employees to experience success - 10/18/2011 - Small businesses have downsized in recent years, requiring employees to take on additional tasks and responsibilities. In order to keep morale high and a business successful, it is important that owners cultivate a trusting and loyal work environment that is focused on cooperation and not stress.
Connecticut lawmakers hear SMB complaints - 10/17/2011 - Many small business owners have taken to confronting their local lawmakers directly to express their concerns on the economy and government relief efforts.
Virginia governor helping small businesses - 10/14/2011 - Gov. McDonnell recently held a small business summit to encourage dialogue between owners and policymakers.
Maintaining a happy staff - 10/13/2011 - Small businesses have less staff members to manage, which means each employee is responsible for a larger percentage of the business's practice. To make sure these valuable employees are performing efficiently, owners should find the best talent and keep them happy.
Even a single hire has a huge impact on small businesses - 10/10/2011 - Before investing time and energy in hiring, training and establishing a new employee at a small business, owners must make sure the candidate is a strong fit for the company. Each employee at an SMB is a valuable member of the team, and each new hire should be thoughtfully considered before coming into the company.
SMBs need to offer employees benefits - 10/10/2011 - Providing employees with benefits is a great way for SMB owners to retain talented workers and protect against lost assets. But selecting the right benefits products can be a challenge for many small businesses.
Expert advice for small business owners - 10/7/2011 - Many small business owners are hesitant to participate in promotional deals offered by networking sites and large companies, or do not know how to approach the media to create brand awareness. Lisa Elia and The Business Finance Store address these concerns.
Minority entrepreneurs and SMB owners offered insight and resources - 10/5/2011 - Through the efforts of organizations and large corporations, both women and Latino entrepreneurs can receive resources and advice on how to best grow a small business in the current economic climate.
U.S. SMBs planning strategic growth, survey says - 9/23/2011 - Small business owners are continuing to hire and make plans for expansion in the upcoming months. Many are experiencing growth due to the use of social networking sites like Facebook.
Tips for growing a small business - 9/23/2011 - Entrepreneurs and small business owners should not be afraid to make a mistake, and should learn to make their business play into their individual strengths. In addition, segmented mailing lists can offer SMBs a cost-effective way to reach specific consumers.
Tools and resources to help struggling SMBs - 9/21/2011 - Economic strains are negatively affecting the morale of both small business owners and workers. Companies and organizations are reaching out to SMBs, providing tips and insights that can help companies survive the current economic climate.
AT&T sponsors SBA women's business conference - 9/19/2011 - SBA is teaming up with AT&T to empower female business owners looking to advance in the uncertain economic climate. Local efforts to support SMBs are also in the works, with states like Wisconsin holding summits to provide insight and resources to SMB owners.
SEC reaches out to SMBs - 9/16/2011 - In an effort to better meet the needs of small businesses, the SEC formed an advisory committee to relay advice and comments from the small and emerging business sector.
How to determine if and when you should start your own business - 9/14/2011 - Deciding if you are cut out to be an entrepreneur should not be handled lightly. Characteristics of a successful entrepreneur include the ability to handle potential risks as well as being passionate about the product or service.
SMBs in Midwest focused on innovation - 9/14/2011 - Businesses are looking to new ideas to boost growth, but a development process is key for innovation to be successful.
Top 3 issues SMBs face - 9/12/2011 - Offering voluntary benefits to employees can help SMBs increase productivity, reduce costs and retain good workers.
IBM offers SMBs $1 billion - 9/12/2011 - IBM wants to bring technology to small businesses, while helping them receive lines of credit faster.
Small businesses looking to hire by the end of the year - 9/6/2011 - Recent research shows 41 percent of small businesses plan to hire in the next six months, despite the poor economic climate.
The U.S. Small Business Administration recently announced it will host export trade fair - 9/2/2011 - Organizations are working with small businesses to boost growth and sales.
Employee loyalty down, MetLife survey says - 7/25/2011 - Employer loyalty is on the rise, but benefit concerns are driving dramatic declines in employee loyalty since 2008.
How to turn a start up marketing technology company into a success - 7/19/2011 - Launching a marketing tech company? Here's what you'll need to succeed in today's business environment.
Website offers tips on starting business without money - 7/15/2011 - A new website gives cash-strapped entrepreneurs a pathway to small business success.
Raleigh tops Forbes list for best cities for business and careers - 7/13/2011 - An educated labor force drives Raleigh, North Carolina to the top of the pack when it comes to business-friendly U.S. cities.
New information says U.S. supportive for small business despite high failure rate - 7/11/2011 - Despite high failure rates, the U.S. continues to be a conducive environment for small business startups and venture capital funding.
Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council say agenda shifts needed for more jobs - 7/8/2011 - Although June's jobs report came as a shock to many people, experts say that disappointing job growth figures are in line with expectations.
Majority of female small business owners finance with credit cards, personal savings - 7/6/2011 - Lacking access to commercial financing vehicles, many female entrepreneurs are turning to credit cards and other sources of capital to fund their business goals.
Goldman Sachs graduates celebrate in New Orleans - 6/7/2011 - Warren Buffett spoke at the graduation ceremony for students of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program.
Partnership offers resources for small businesses - 5/31/2011 - The founder of AOL has begun an initiative to provide unprecedented resources for small business owners on state and national levels.
SBA awards small business owner for perseverance - 5/27/2011 - Florida small business owner was one of a number entrepreneurs honored by the organization this month.
Survey: Vacation still not a priority for small business owners - 5/25/2011 - Small business owners have many reservations about taking extended vacations this summer.
Small business supplier referral library to be tested - 5/23/2011 - An Angie's List counterpart for small businesses looking to partner with larger firms is being tested in Minnesota.
Onboarding efficiency improves employee retention - 5/23/2011 - Small businesses can prepare themselves for new hire paperwork with onboarding forms from PrimePay.
Small business owners can hone skills with summer courses - 5/20/2011 - Taking a summer course can sharpen the skills of a small business owner, and open up networking opportunities.
Employee morale improving despite unstable market - 5/20/2011 - Small businesses should prepare themselves to look for new prospects if the revived economy opens up new positions.
Small business growth stalls as owners look for more support - 5/20/2011 - Small businesses are hesitant to hire or ask for loans because they're still weary of another economic downturn.
Acquiring a loan can be a demanding process - 5/10/2011 - Likeability, a secondary source of income and a solid business plan can increase a business owner's chances of receiving a loan.
Buy Local initiative aimed at fostering small business success - 5/9/2011 - The Buy Local campaign in Forest Grove, Oregon, is aimed at increasing the city's small business visibility.
Study: For every two jobs created by Walmart, three local ones disappear - 5/4/2011 - Walmart does not create jobs in communities, new survey reveals.
Consultants prove their worth to small businesses, survey says - 5/4/2011 - Small businesses achieve higher revenues more quickly when utilizing consultants.
Small business hiring increases, according to Intuit - 5/2/2011 - Small business spurred hiring by 0.3 percent, but it will be some time before pre-recession levels are reached.
Wedding industry lucrative for small businesses just find your niche - 4/29/2011 - The royal wedding has prompted many small businesses to reexamine the industry for opportunities.
SBA Administrator Karen Mills stops in New York to underscore importance of clean energy ventures - 4/28/2011 - Clean energy is being touted for the small business sector by SBA Administrator Karen Mills.
Russell Simmons' new book offers a 'spiritual' path to business success - 4/26/2011 - Russell Simmons' new book shows entrepreneurs the spiritual path to wealth.
Startup America receives additional $400 million in support - 4/21/2011 - Hewlett-Packard, American Express, Google and many others announced support for Startup America.
'Buy Local' seeks to protect local independent business - 4/20/2011 - Movement to promote independent businesses emphasizes role they play in communities.
Can writing a business plan be a waste of time? - 4/19/2011 - Business owners should focus on collecting market data as the basis for their initials plans.
Huntington helps bakery realize its dream and aid autistic individuals - 4/19/2011 - Huntington provides $1.1 billion in small business loans last year.
SBA spared in initial budget battles - 4/18/2011 - Despite fears of massive cuts, the SBA will only see 0.2 percent less funding.
More than half of consumers respond to satisfaction surveys to report positive experiences - 4/15/2011 - Consumers use customer satisfaction survey to voice good experiences or suggestions for improvement.
California state lending programs receive influx of federal dollars - 4/11/2011 - Two small business lending programs in California are receiving a total of $56 million from the federal government.
Austin is top city for small business creation and development - 4/11/2011 - Austin tops U.S. cities for the best place to create and develop a small business.
Sargeant: Office of Advocacy represents small businesses, not administration - 4/8/2011 - SBA Office of Advocacy leader Winslow Sargeant explains that it doesn't represent the administration but small businesses.
Federal government shutdown would halt approval of SBA loan guarantees - 4/6/2011 - The White House is warning that the federal government may shut down on Friday at midnight if budget disagreements are not resolved.
Samuel Adams expands small business lending initiative - 4/5/2011 - Brewer Samuel Adams is taking its loan program to New York City entrepreneurs.
Survey: Hispanic small business owners want to improve financial literacy - 4/4/2011 - A recent survey found Hispanic small business owners are unable to identify the business cost they most need to get under control.
Women owned businesses increasing at a rapid rate - 4/1/2011 - Women-owned firms now number 8.1 million, according to new research.
Employment sees gain consistent with previous three months in March - 3/30/2011 - The ADP Employment Report saw 201,000 jobs added to the private sector.
Small business hiring continues to creep up - 3/29/2011 - Intuit's Small Business Employment Index registers a 0.2 percent increase in hiring.
Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council say sector is still waiting for 'affordable' healthcare - 3/28/2011 - The SBE Council is asserting that small business owners are not seeing benefits of healthcare bill.
NASA honors and inspires small business community - 3/25/2011 - NASA is honoring the small business community for its contributions.
SBA touts upcoming Small Business Week - 3/25/2011 - The SBA is promoting its Small Business Week in late May.
Small businesses still struggle to understand healthcare one year later - 3/21/2011 - California small businesses still relatively in the dark when it comes to healthcare benefits.
Teamwork tips from Magic Johnson - 3/18/2011 - Magic Johnson offers small business owners key tips about teamwork.
SBA proposes to expand 'small business' definition - 3/17/2011 - The Small Business Administration is proposing redefining revenue-size standards for small businesses.
Walmart may have time competing with small businesses - 3/16/2011 - Walmart's new smaller stores may not be a match for local business owners.
Small businesses to add millions of jobs in 2011 - 3/14/2011 - Small businesses are expected to 3.8 million jobs to economy in 2011, according to recent survey.
Entrepreneurs should abide by a 'Support Small Business' mindset - 3/14/2011 - Small businesses should form partnerships with other local entrepreneurs to find success.
Preventing employee attrition through open conversation - 3/11/2011 - Employers should sit down with workers to air grievances and avoid worker attrition.
Small business optimism continues its slow climb in February, according to NFIB - 3/9/2011 - The National Federation of Independent Business' Index of Small Business Optimism went up 0.4 points in February.
Small businesses prefer more time to more money - 3/8/2011 - A recent survey found that small businesses would take more time with their businesses than an extra influx of cash.
Senate amendment to improve patent filing process for small businesses - 3/7/2011 - Senator Mark Kirk sees amendment expediting patent approval process for small businesses pass the Senate.
Small business sector experiences slight uptick in hiring - 3/3/2011 - Small business owners with 300 employers or fewer increased hiring by 0.25 percent in February.
Small businesses should be looking at retirement plans - 3/2/2011 - Retirement plans are not out of reach for small businesses, especially 401(k) plans.
Job growth dips ever so slightly in February - 3/1/2011 - New Intuit report finds that small business employment gained by 0.3 percent in February.
Obama's meeting in Cleveland raises city's profile - 2/28/2011 - Following a small business roundtable with President Barack Obama, the city of Cleveland, Ohio, is drawing national attention.
Small business gives the Oscars its golden touch - 2/25/2011 - Chicago-based small business provides the Oscars with its eponymous statuettes.
Small businesses in the nation's capital optimistic about future - 2/24/2011 - More than half of small businesses in Washington, D.C., believe the economy will improve in 2011, according to a survey from Citibank.
Globally, small business optimism increasing - 2/23/2011 - The Sage Group reports that 41 percent of small businesses in six Western nations believe this year to be better than last year.
Entrepreneurs top error: underestimating monthly expenses - 2/23/2011 - A new survey reveals small business owners top startup mistake to be underestimating their monthly expenses.
Cities should make entrepreneurship easy - 2/22/2011 - Harvard professor of economics Edward Glaeser says that struggling cities like Detroit should make entrepreneurship easier for its residents.
NJ Governor plans to announce $200 million in small business tax cuts - 2/22/2011 - New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is planning to announce the state's annual budget Tuesday, which is expected to include $200 million in cuts for small businesses.
SBA launches mentorship program for startups - 2/18/2011 - The U.S. Small Business Administration has launched a new program connecting startups to experienced business professionals.
Citibank: Majority of owners optimistic for 2011 - 2/17/2011 - A new survey from Citibank is reporting that a majority of small business owners expect the economy to improve or stay the same in 2011.
President Barack Obama to stop in Cleveland for small business forum - 2/15/2011 - President Barack Obama and several members of his cabinet plan to visit Cleveland State University to meet with local businesses.
Small businesses turn to value added employee incentives - 2/11/2011 - Small businesses are investigating creative methods to boost employee morale, rather than just handing out bonuses.
African American owned small businesses double between 2002 and 2007 - 2/9/2011 - According to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of African-American businesses have surged nationwide, particularly in the Dallas-Fort Worth region.
NFIB: Optimism sees modest increase in January - 2/8/2011 - The National Federation of Independent Business announced that its Small Business Optimism Increase reached its highest level in the past three years in January.
Representative William Owens joins House Small Business Committee - 2/8/2011 - New York Representative William Owens announced this week that he would be the newest member of the House Small Business Committee.
Consumer sentiment on the rise, researchers say - 2/4/2011 - More optimism among American consumers can only be considered good news for small business owners.
Report: Small business leads job creation charge in January - 2/2/2011 - Small businesses bringing more jobs than their larger cousins
Goldman Sachs' entrepreneurial classes may be good news for small business owners - 2/1/2011 - Small business owners gain benefits from Goldman Sachs classes
Read the fine print - 2/1/2011 - The failure to read the fine print of franchise agreements is having a significant financial impact on small businesses throughout North America.
News for small businesses: White House announces plan to help new companies thrive - 1/31/2011 - President Barack Obama's budget will include a provision to permanently eliminate capital gains taxes on certain types of investment income for small businesses, with the aim of promoting new start-up growth and creating jobs.
Massachusetts Senator to join Small Business Committee - 1/28/2011 - Senator Scott Brown, of Massachusetts, is joining the Senate Small Business Committee.
Business leaders have mixed reactions to State of the Union - 1/26/2011 - Business leaders give President Barack Obama's second State of the Union address a tepid response, hoping rhetoric turns to action in the future.
American Small Business League criticizes President's small business policies - 1/25/2011 - Prior to President Barack Obama's State of the Union address, the American Small Business League criticizes the allotment of federal contracts.
Business sector reporting increased optimism and demand - 1/24/2011 - A report from the National Association of Business Economics is reporting that demand is up for the sixth consecutive quarter.
New York business incubator hopes to create university atmosphere - 1/24/2011 - General Assembly, a business incubator, is launching this month in New York City.
President announces executive order to reduce small business red tape - 1/20/2011 - President Barack Obama has announced a plan to reduce government regulatory burdens on small businesses.
Geithner warns that healthcare repeal would raise costs an 'unsustainable rate' - 1/20/2011 - U.S. Treasury Secretary warns lawmakers and citizens that repeal of healthcare law would be bad for the economy and business.
Goldman Sachs' small business program reaping results - 1/19/2011 - Goldman Sachs' 10,000 Small Businesses program is already showing results.
Export Import Bank aims to approve $30 billion in small business transactions - 1/14/2011 - The Global Access for Small Business initiative helps bridge commercial financing concerns by helping U.S. small businesses become international exporters.
Franken notes need for government efficiency to help small businesses - 1/13/2011 - Minnesota Senator Al Franken weighs in on what needs to be done to help the small business community get back on its feet.
New SBA program to provide small business training opportunities - 1/12/2011 - Passage of the Small Business Jobs Act means that the small business sector may be poised to benefit from a variety of new resources and opportunities.
Repeal of healthcare reform could prove dire for small businesses - 1/12/2011 - Healthcare legislation continues to be a hot topic among American voters. But at this point, rolling back the healthcare law could have dire consequences for U.S. small businesses.
Optimism among small business owners falls in December - 1/11/2011 - Latest indications reveal an unexpected drop in confidence following a period of optimism in the small business sector.
Employment up among small businesses with up to 300 employees, survey finds - 1/7/2011 - Althoughentrepreneurs continue to remain cautious, small business hiring experiences a small uptick with additional hiring expected throughout the coming year.
Unemployment decreases by 0.4 percentage points in December - 1/7/2011 - The good news is that the unemployment rate fell in December. The bad news is that the number of jobs added to the economy continues to struggle.
Private sector employment increases in December, ADP reports - 1/5/2011 - Despite murky jobs reports, private employment figures for SMBs experience a gain of nearly 300,000 jobs from November to December.
Small business employments shows slight increase in December - 1/4/2011 - Small business employment figures continue to inch upward while wages continue to stagnate.
Professionals' top goal for 2011? Lose weight - 1/3/2011 - Entrepreneurs are eying their waistlines rather than their bottom lines in New Year resolutions.
NFL aids North Texas small business owners through workshops - 1/3/2011 - NFL offers its 9th Playbook Workshop Series to entrepreneurs and small business owners in the North Texas region.
New Jersey ranks last among small business friendly states - 12/30/2010 - Only D.C. is worse for entrepreneurs according to index
Cartridge World gives holiday reminders to small business owners - 12/23/2010 - Retailer says entrepreneurs can save money in many ways
Small businesses inducted into Staples Hall of Fame - 12/20/2010 - NFL franchise teams up with Staples to make inductions
Tennessee chamber of commerce hands out awards for 2010 - 12/6/2010 - Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce Office of Small Business Development gives awards to various entrepreneurs
Bookkeeping is key to small business success - 12/3/2010 - Tracking expenses and invoices can make a big difference
Small business owners in New Jersey not expecting better days - 12/2/2010 - Only 23 percent said they thought the first half of 2011 would be better
Senator Baucus wants repeal of 1099 requirement for small business - 11/16/2010 - Montana senator says removing provision will save entrepreneurs time and money
Former small business owners headed to Congress - 11/12/2010 - Illinois Congressman-elect Robert Dold helped run a family business before his election
University reaches agreement with California Small Business Development Center Network - 11/12/2010 - Humboldt State University will help small business owners
SBA honors graduates of the Emerging 200 Initiative - 11/10/2010 - Ceremony will take place in Milwaukee
New small business group in Colorado will lobby state government - 11/10/2010 - CIO Colorado seeks to give a voice to state's entrepreneurs
American Express OPEN highlights Small Business Saturday, following Thanksgiving - 11/8/2010 - Holiday will follow Black Friday
Small businesses start to hire - 11/5/2010 - CBIZ Small Business Employment Index reveals an uptick in hiring
SBA leader reflects on business lessons learned - 11/4/2010 - Karen G. Mills says her family's business taught her important values
Small businesses in NY get makeover from interior designer - 10/25/2010 - Celebrity interior designer helps New York small businesses improve productivity through better organization.
Small business owners send mixed messages in recent survey - 10/14/2010 - American Express survey reveals 45 percent of small business owners feel positive about future
SBA finalizes rules to help female entrepreneurs - 10/14/2010 - Business organization works to give 5 percent of all government contracts to female entrepreneurs
SBA branches taking nominations for award - 10/13/2010 - Small business owners can be nominated by going to local SBA offices
Mood of small business slightly improved - 10/12/2010 - NFIB Index reveals 0.2 point increase in optimism
Company warns of negative effects of small business legislation - 10/6/2010 - BOSS Business president says small business bill will harm entrepreneurs
Small business owners in Oregon can participate in informational seminars - 10/4/2010 - Oregon Employment Department hosts events for small businesses
Business centers to benefit from small business lending bill - 9/29/2010 - Development organizations to get $50 million in new funding
SBA Administrator tell small businesses to prepare for worst - 9/24/2010 - September is National Preparedness Month
PC Mall announces contest for small business owners - 9/21/2010 - Businesses with fewer than 100 workers can win office supply items
Connecticut SBA appoints new assistant director - 9/16/2010 - Julio C. Casiano named to leadership position at Connecticut SBA
Geithner calls on Congress to pass $30 billion small business aid package - 9/13/2010 - Treasury Secretary says that increased lending would help economy recover
Mississippi's Better Business Bureau president gives data safety tips to small businesses - 9/10/2010 - BBB introduces ways to help small business owners secure information
Ohio libraries team up with business groups to help entrepreneurs - 9/7/2010 - Libraries in Central Ohio will host Job Help Week
NFIB endorses Curtis Johnson in Tennessee - 9/3/2010 - NFIB says candidate's small business experience helps him relate to business community.
Small business expert gives advice - 8/31/2010 - Who is considered an independent contractor?
Small Business Development Center available in Texas - 8/30/2010 - Nonprofit center gives free advice to entrepreneurs.
Small business meeting gets Magic touch - 8/27/2010 - Lakers legend will speak at Inner City Capital Connection Program in LA.
NJ Congressman to Obama: Stop hurting small business - 8/13/2010 - Congressman Leonard Lance takes aim at current administration in a visit to local deli.
Entrepreneur center to open in Orlando mall - 8/12/2010 - Disney Entrepreneur Center will use both private and public money for funding.
SBA brings small business owners, bankers together - 8/12/2010 - Sacramento office gives business owners a chance to meet with lenders.
Google introduces Small Business Blog - 8/9/2010 - New site will bring together all relevant information for entrepreneurs.
Southwestern College offers free small business classes, seminars - 8/5/2010 - Local college gives entrepreneurs advice.
Obama visits small business in NJ to promote Small Business Jobs Act - 7/29/2010 - President visits local sub shop to promote pending bill.
San Diego lawmakers tout small business diversity - 7/28/2010 - City creates "Small Local Business Enterprise" program.
Small business expert: good credit matters - 7/23/2010 - Credit can be key for entrepreneurs.
New website helps moms in small business - 7/21/2010 - BerryBestMoms.com features products made by mothers.
Small business center for women closing in NH - 7/20/2010 - Women's Business Center in Portsmouth, NH, to close after 15 years.
Ways for small businesses to take care of workers without breaking the bank - 7/19/2010 - MetLife report details helpful tips for small business owners.
Commerce Secretary names members of National Advisory Council - 7/14/2010 - Obama administration puts focus on helping entrepreneurs achieve success with new apointees.
NFIB Index: Confidence is lower among small business owners - 7/14/2010 - Index of Small Business Optimism fell by 3.2 points last month.
SBA West Coast chief calls for more lending in California - 7/8/2010 - The Golden State's SBA administrator says that an increase in small business loans will help economy.
SBA names Echols west coast administrator - 7/2/2010 - Elizabeth Echols was recently named SBA Administrator in Region.
New Hampshire launches website to give small business owners advice - 7/1/2010 - New Hampshire launches new website to assist entrepreneurs and small business owners.
University of Hartford teaming up with local small business development center - 6/30/2010 - A new entrepreneurship program in Connecticut will help aspiring small business owners get their start.
Small business owners unprepared for disaster - 6/30/2010 - As summer storms begin to form offshore, research shows that many small business owners aren't ready for a disaster.
Small business employment showing steady gains - 6/30/2010 - Small business job growth rose slightly last month, according to economic data recently issued by Intuit.
Cash flow issues cause drop in small business confidence in June - 6/29/2010 - Small business owners are less optimistic about the economy due to continued cash flow problems.
'Bizdom U' gives motor city entrepreneurs a crash course in entrepreneurship - 6/28/2010 - Bizdom U gives entrepreneurs an intensive, four-week training camp in small business ownership.
Wave of New York startups generating buzz in business community - 6/28/2010 - Technology startups in New York City are enjoying a revival, in a city much more known for big business.
Growing number of teens starting their own summer jobs - 6/25/2010 - The tough seasonal job market has inspired the entreprenurial spirit in many teens across the country.
California budget problems threaten small business program - 6/23/2010 - California's budgetary issues may threaten a critical small business development program that relies on state funds.
AIM Study: Massachusetts small businesses gained confidence in May - 6/2/2010 - Small businesses in Massachusetts showed an increased confidence in May, bringing the AIM's index above 50 for the first time since April 2008.
The new face of city street food vendors - 5/29/2010 - The business of selling food as a street vendor has seen a recent rise in popularity and a new generation of entrepreneurs.
House delays vote on unemployment measure - 5/29/2010 - A vote to extend unemployment benefits has been delayed until June.
Hearing in Louisiana discusses options of small businesses dealing with oil spill - 5/29/2010 - Louisiana senator Mary L. Landrieu called a hearing to discuss the impact of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill on small businesses in the region.
Colorado Rep. recognizes importance of small businesses - 5/29/2010 - The impact of small businesses was highlighted recently by Colorado representative and House Small Business Committee member Mike Coffman.
Intuit index finds increased small business hiring in May - 5/29/2010 - New index numbers from Intuit show an increase in both small business hiring and compensation per worker in May.
Single mom becomes a successful salsa entrepreneur - 5/28/2010 - Cindy Holleman of California has found success by starting her own business to produce and sell salsa.
Texas Small Business Week officially declared by state's governor - 5/27/2010 - The governor of Texas has honored the impact of entrepreneurs by declaring it Texas Small Business Week.
U.S. sees rise in small business ownership among older citizens - 5/27/2010 - According to USA Today, the number of small businesses owned by older entrepreneurs is increasing in the United States.
National Small Business Person of the Year announced by SBA - 5/27/2010 - During National Small Business Week, the SBA announced that Waymon Armstrong is the 2010 Small Business Person of the Year.
Study finds growing number of older online entrepreneurs - 5/27/2010 - Research from CityMax.com has found that about one-third of online entrepreneurs are 50 years old or older.
Albany, Georgia honors local small businesses with appreciation week - 5/27/2010 - The city of Albany, Georgia is giving special recognition to its small businesses from May 24-28.
Kauffman Foundation study reveals major boost in entrepreneurship in 2009 - 5/26/2010 - Despite the challenges of a harsh economic climate, a new study shows that entrepreneurial activity increased significantly last year.
Survey shows confidence among small business exporters - 5/25/2010 - UPS' Business Monitor United States Survey indicates a positive outlook on exporting among small and midsized exporters.
Seamstress turns her small business into a major success - 5/25/2010 - A profile of entrepreneur Sieu Tang Wood highlights the possibilities for entrepreneurs who open new businesses in the United States.
Creative thinking can save small business owners from tough times - 5/25/2010 - CBS News reporter Ben Tracy reports on two entrepreneurs who survived the recession by combining their small businesses.
Summer festivals can be an opportunity for small businesses - 5/19/2010 - Weekend festivals and special events provide venues for small businesses to stir up new business opportunities.
Small business contractors say insourcing could hurt SMBs - 5/18/2010 - A group of small business contractors is fighting back against plans to bring jobs back into the government.
NFIB joins states in healthcare reform lawsuit - 5/14/2010 - Legislation is said to undermine small businesses and the core values of the National Federation of Independent Business.
Obama pushes Congress for jobs legislation to help small businesses - 5/13/2010 - Recognizing the importance of a vibrant small business sector to the national economy, President Obama stumps for a new small business jobs package.
National small business survey shows leadership from small business owners - 5/7/2010 - A national survey from FedEx Office shows that small business owners expect their businesses to recover as they lead the country out of the recession.
Business Confidence Survey shows growing small business confidence - 5/3/2010 - Administaff's Business Confidence Survey shows small business owners are regaining a positive outlook.
Pittsburg, KS Chamber of Commerce to honor small businesses - 4/30/2010 - Small businesses from the Pittsburg, Kansas area will soon be recognized for their entrepreneurship.
Intuit's Small Business Employment Index shows increase in small business jobs - 4/30/2010 - The Small Business Employment Index from Inuit shows a job growth of about 66,000 in April.
Children to become entrepreneurs on Lemonade Day - 4/30/2010 - Children in 14 cities will learn the spirit of entrepreneurship as Lemonade Day is celebrated on May 2.
Overstock.com launches partnership with U.S. small businesses - 4/29/2010 - Overstock.com has launched its "Main Street Revolution" initiative to help small businesses.
SBA wants small businesses to think about exporting - 4/27/2010 - The SBA is encouraging small businesses to consider exporting goods and services.
Small business owners maintain a positive outlook, study says - 4/27/2010 - A new study reveals that small businesses owners are remaining optimistic despite tough times.
Small business seen as nation's most trusted institution - 4/26/2010 - A study from the Pew Research Center has found small businesses to be the country's most trusted institution.
Branson kicks off Carbon War Room campaign for entrepreneurs - 4/22/2010 - Richard Branson has announced the launch of the Carbon War Room green business initiative.
San Francisco Chronicle spotlights Small Business Development Centers - 4/21/2010 - A report from the San Francisco Chronicle discusses the services offered by Small Business Development Centers.
Small business incentive could revitalize city's downtown area - 4/19/2010 - City leaders and nonprofit groups are working together to bring new small businesses to Muskogee's devitalized downtown.
Ohio's Appalachia region seeks to become a small business capital - 4/15/2010 - Ohio's Appalachia region is looking to become a new haven for entrepreneurship.
Next generation of entrepreneurs already in business - 4/14/2010 - Some of the nation's best young business owners could be the influential entrepreneurs of the near future.
Orange County entrepreneur to receive award from Chapman University - 4/14/2010 - The co-founder of the clothing brand Volcom is to be honored with an entrepreneurship award from Chapman University's business school.
Florida teen wins entrepreneurship award for bakery business - 4/12/2010 - A 14-year-old Florida girl has been recognized with an entrepreneur of the year award for her bakery.
SBA announces Hawaii Small Business Award winners - 4/9/2010 - The SBA has announced its Small Business Award winners for the state of Hawaii.
American Express OPEN showcases 'New Rules' for women entrepreneurs online - 4/8/2010 - New online resource will equip women how to navigate the "new normal" of today's business world.
SBA to hold National Small Business Week in May - 4/7/2010 - SBA event is expected to draw entrepreneurs from around the nation and will name a new National Small Business Person of the Year.
Entrepreneurs recognized with web marketing award - 3/30/2010 - The communications and web design firm PixelMEDIA has awarded young entrepreneurs with financial and professional assistance.
New Jersey conference will provide opportunities for women entrepreneurs - 3/29/2010 - A conference for female entrepreneurs in New Jersey will connect business owners to media outlets and potential investors.
Healthcare reform could bring encouraging news for entrepreneurs - 3/29/2010 - More affordable health insurance could inspire entrepreneurs to break away from their current employers.
Entrepreneurs set out to change children's retail - 3/29/2010 - Two entrepreneurs in the Chicago area are planning to open a game-changing children's retail mega-store.
Can MBA programs actually create entrepreneurs? - 3/29/2010 - The good and bad points of popular MBA programs are being discussed and debated.
Organization for women entrepreneurs welcomes St. Louis chapter - 3/29/2010 - Women entrepreneurs in Missouri come together to join a national support network.
Emergency preparedness: safety steps for entrepreneurs - 3/26/2010 - There are some steps small business owners can take to protect their assets and employees from natural disasters.
'Bootstrapping' to finance a startup - 3/10/2010 - Making sales right from the start can both fund a business and establish it in its market.
'Serial entrepreneur' claims timing is everything - 3/10/2010 - According to analyst and entreprenur Jon Fisher, following "economic cycles" is the secret to startup success.
Getting the most out of employees - 3/8/2010 - With limited capital for hiring and a greater need for stability, businesses should hone their approach to hiring and retaining employees to stay on top.
Duke Law School announces entrepreneurial law program - 2/25/2010 - Duke University Law School announced recently that it will begin offering an entrepreneurial law degree for the 2010-11 school year.
An MBA isn't a requirement for entrepreneurs - 2/24/2010 - Appetite for risk and sound business judgment are more important indicators of entrepreneurial success than MBAs or advanced degrees.
Small business consultant offers business writing seminar - 2/17/2010 - Business writing does not come easily to many small business owners, but help is on the way. Helping business owners to improve their business writing skills has turned out to be a good business opportunity for one entrepreneur.
Team concept key for small business success - 2/15/2010 - Small business experts weigh in on how to get the most out of small business employees. If you own a small business, this human resources advice may be just what you need to take your company to the next level.
States considering new laws for home based business - 2/15/2010 - Many local government laws can hinder small business formation and growth. Recognizing the role that small businesses play in economic recovery, many states and municipalities are reexamining their laws and making changes that encourage entrepreneurs to start and grow local companies.
Many small business owners might suffer from 'founderitis' - 2/9/2010 - A humorous disease well articulates the plights of startup business owners.
Cost effective small businesses might thrive in 2010 - 2/4/2010 - Business.gov offers entrepreneurs tips on inexpensive startups that can bring in big bucks this year.
Startup advice for small businesses - 2/3/2010 - February is National Start a Business month, and entrerpeneurs at LegalZoom offer start ups some tips.
Small Business Administration study shows certain small businesses thrive in recession - 1/27/2010 - A study from the SBA suggests non-employer firm startup rates increase in trying times.
SBA renews partnership with Minority Business RoundTable - 1/25/2010 - The Small Business Administration's partnership with Minority Business RoundTable aims to encourage new minority-owned businesses.
New visa legislation could help foreign entrepreneurs form U.S. startups - 1/21/2010 - New legislation might make it easier for foreign entrepreneurs to stay in the country.
Study finds number of new small businesses is constant over time - 1/14/2010 - New research from the Kauffman Foundation suggests the number of new firms in the U.S. remains constant year to year.
Entrepreneurial activity declined in 2009, but recessions might be ideal for small business startups - 1/13/2010 - An expert at the Kauffman Foundation thinks small businesses formed during recessions are likely to succeed.
Lone Star State outshines others in small business friendliness - 1/11/2010 - The Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council recently named Texas the third friendliest state for entrepreneurs.
Entrepreneurship booms in economic downturn - 12/24/2009 - Young people are increasingly likely to pursue entrepreneurship.
Small business owners run in the family - 12/23/2009 - Evidence suggests many entrepreneurs had SMB-owning parents.
New study uncovers keys to entrepreneurial success - 11/20/2009 - The Kauffman Foundation released a study with insight on what contributes to SMB success.
First time entrepreneurs fill vacant storefronts - 11/20/2009 - Young entrepreneurs take advantage of empty storefronts.
New businesses mean new jobs, the Kauffman Foundation reports - 11/9/2009 - The Kauffman Foundation reports that new businesses generate the most job opportunities in economic hard times.
Small Business Owners Show Increased Optimism - 11/3/2009 - Small business owners more confident in the future than the present moment.
Small businesses getting ready to hire again - 10/27/2009 - Optimism is higher for entrepreneurs starting companies in the last three years.
New York and LA most expensive cities for small business - 10/20/2009 - These cities are the most expensive places to live in the country.
Free business advice for women entrepreneurs - 10/20/2009 - There's plenty of free advice out there for entrepreneurs.
Oklahoma City tops list of best places to start a business - 10/14/2009 - Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Houston and Hartford also make top 10.
Entrepreneurs looking to expand markets - 10/12/2009 - According to an Ernst & Young report, economic challenges haven't distracted small businesses from targeting growth and expansion goals.
eBay awards $25,000 grants to online entrepreneurs - 10/7/2009 - Entrepreneurs can get seed money from foundations and others to start up their businesses.
Nonprofits receive grants to support entrepreneurship - 10/6/2009 - Grants will help nonprofits train low-income entrepreneurs.
MIT entrepreneurship fellows to found ventures in developing countries - 10/2/2009 - The incoming class of MIT Legatum Fellows has been announced, who aim to bring entrepreneurship to low-income countries.
Kauffman Foundation gives entrepreneurs a voice in shaping economic policies - 9/29/2009 - To give entrepreneurs a voice in shaping the country's economic future, the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation has launched the "Build a Stronger America" movement.
Low entrepreneurial activity threatens economic growth - 9/28/2009 - This recession has seen a sharper drop in entrepreneurial activity than previous recessions, possibly threatening to delay economic growth.
What it takes to be an entrepreneur - 9/22/2009 - The decision to become an entrepreneur is an important one, and must be judged according to the person's strengths, weaknesses and characteristics, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Social networking may help entrepreneurs connect with venture capitalists - 9/22/2009 - With personal relationships forming the key to securing venture capital funding, many entrepreneurs may find LinkedIn and other social networking sites to be a valuable resource.
Born to be an entrepreneur - 9/21/2009 - Recent research found that genetic factors may contribute to a person's likelihood of being an entrepreneur.
New ad structures could turn your blog into a business - 9/18/2009 - Blogs are quickly earning a place at the table of big business, as long as they are willing to behave themselves in the marketplace.
Many hats on single heads as small businesses cut jobs - 9/17/2009 - Today's business owners are willing to assume more roles in the company for the sake of cost-cutting and business streamlining.
News for small business owners: buying home based business insurance may be a good idea - 9/16/2009 - If you operate a home-based business, buying homeowner's insurance could be critical to your success.
Mint.com founder tells entrepreneurs to stick to the basics - 9/15/2009 - The founder of recently acquired Mint.com told entrepreneurs how he managed to go from "$0 to $170 million in three years flat."
DHS and SBA help small businesses prepare for swine flu - 9/15/2009 - The Department of Homeland Security and the Small Business Administration released a guide for small businesses on how to prepare their companies for a potential swine flu outbreak.
For IPO valuations, leave revenue to the imagination - 9/11/2009 - Paradoxically, promising startups can actually receive higher valuations before they generate any revenue.
The keys to venture capital, in two simple questions - 9/9/2009 - To make the startup more attractive to venture capitalists, entrepreneurs should be able to identify who their customers are and how they will make revenue.
Innovation may hold the key to startup success - 9/8/2009 - Innovation is more than just the traditional input/output measurement, and is based on business models, ability to cope with challenges, and outperformance in their markets, McKinsey & Company reported.
Dude, you're getting free promotion - 9/5/2009 - Through the Take Your Own Path campaign, Dell is providing local, national and global exposure to a handful of entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Entrepreneurs must recognize limitations, expert says - 9/1/2009 - Accepting limitations and knowing when to step aside are critical qualities of an entrepreneur, said business expert Richard Mammone.
Product development model can be cause of death for startups - 8/31/2009 - The reasons for small business failure are many. Serial entrepreneur Steve Blank offers one more cause for small business failures: use of a product development model that is not appropriate for startup companies.
Find your niche (market), CEO advises - 8/27/2009 - When developed and marketed successfully, niche small business can be quite successful, said one CEO.
Four years after Katrina, New Orleans now a hub of entrepreneurship - 8/25/2009 - Four years after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans has emerged as a flourishing city for entrepreneurship.
America may not be as friendly to SMBs as it seems, report says - 8/13/2009 - Despite the "national spirit of entrepreneurship," the U.S. has among the lowest activity rates for small businesses in the world.
Low cost strategic branding website could mean industry shakeup - 8/11/2009 - A new strategic branding website, buildabrand.com, allows entrepreneurs to select and customize their own branding strategies quickly and at a low cost.
Credit card debt can doom startup businesses, report finds - 8/7/2009 - Acquiring high credit card debt in the first three years of a startup's operations increases the likelihood that the business will fail, said a recent report from the Kauffman Foundation.
New York City helps to cook up an economic recovery - 8/7/2009 - The New York City Economic Development Corporation has announced plans to open a large communal kitchen for aspiring food business entrepreneurs.
Angels focus on existing clients instead of seeking new ventures - 8/7/2009 - Faced with less funding money, angel investors are increasing their engagement with existing portfolios instead of investing in new ventures.
Ten cities fight the recession with sustained entrepreneurial spirit - 7/29/2009 - Entrepreneurs pursuing their startup dreams should consider moving to one of the top ten "entrepreneur-friendly" cities.
An entrepreneurs guide to the venture capital pitch - 7/28/2009 - Beating the venture capital competition involves focus, preparation and pitching, not gimmicks.
VC backed startups more likely to be underpriced, study says - 7/24/2009 - Venture capital-backed firms are the most likely to be underpriced in the IPO, helping the VCs but hurting angel investors as well as the firm itself.
Entrepreneur exemplifies power of Web 2.0 marketing - 7/23/2009 - Greg Wittstock, founder of Acquascape Designs, can attest to the power of social networking marketing strategies.
Historically low venture capital investments encourage healthy competition - 7/21/2009 - Venture capital investments shrank by half this spring, as investors were discouraged by the poor exit market and low returns.
Starting a company is difficult, but the recession doesn't make it worse - 7/17/2009 - Although less than half of startup companies survived to the age of five, the survival rate is largely independent of the economic conditions, entrepreneurial professor Scott A. Shane found.
Investors increasingly seeking refuge from volatile market in venture capital - 7/16/2009 - Venture capital is looking like an increasingly attractive vehicle for investors, but it is a complicated endeavor for entrepreneurs.
It's never too early to start: Programs teach youth the value of entrepreneurship - 7/14/2009 - The recent trend of young entrepreneur education programs aims to foster business skills and responsibility in the nation's youth.
For prospective entrepreneurs, ambition and ideas may not be enough - 7/14/2009 - Prospective entrepreneurs need to evaluate their ability to handle the typical obstacles of starting a business, Inc. magazine advised.
Amazon entrepreneur contest to finance startups that use cloud computing - 7/10/2009 - The Amazon Web Services Start-Up Challenge will award the winning entrepreneur $50,000 in cash and $50,000 in cloud computing software to finance their startup ventures.
Entrepreneurs ambitious and independent, not out of options, survey says - 7/8/2009 - Despite the image of laid off workers turning to entrepreneurship, an inability to find traditional employment was found to be the least common reason to start a company, a recent study revealed.
Venture capital market at the brink of serious change - 7/7/2009 - As the venture capital market sees historically bad returns and many venture capitalists are scaling back their investments, the industry is poised to undergo serious changes.
Entrepreneurs looking to the future instead of focusing on the present, survey says - 7/7/2009 - Entrepreneurs are currently more focused on pursuing new market opportunities and broadening their customer bases than securing their present situations, according to a recent Ernst & Young survey.
The small brewery that could - 7/6/2009 - The Spoetzl Brewery, home to Shiner beers, is somewhat of a living legend in the small town of Shiner, Texas, having survived the Great Depression, Prohibition and national brewery domination.
IPOs increase but M&A, liquidity activity falls this quarter - 7/2/2009 - Although M&A activity is at its lowest since 1999 and liquidity activity is at its lowest since 2003, there has been a substantial increase in IPOs this quarter, posing both good news and bad news for venture-backed entrepreneurs.
Job losses can turn into small business success - 7/1/2009 - A growing number of people affected by layoffs have turned to starting their own small business.
Small businesses take advantage of layoffs - 7/1/2009 - The layoffs of big business means more quality employees for SMBs.
Tech entrepreneurs tend to be older, well educated, study finds - 6/29/2009 - A study by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation found that technology and engineering entrepreneurs do not fit the dot-com boom stereotype of young college dropouts, instead finding that they tend to be older and well-educated.
Companies expect to recall program cuts in next year - 6/29/2009 - Many companies appear to believe the worst of the economic downturn is behind them and will remove hiring and salary freezes in the next year.
Entrepreneurs succeed with creative management strategies - 6/24/2009 - Entrepreneurs with creative management strategies, such as exchanging services, are more likely to succeed despite underfunding or a tough economy.
Study: Bad economy spells good news for entrepreneurs - 6/23/2009 - A study by the Kauffman Foundation found that recessions and bear markets may actually be good news for entrepreneurs.
Weak job market has workers taking untraditional measures - 6/23/2009 - Job seekers are doing everything from sending shoes to dressing in odd costumes when looking for work.
Layoffs have some former employees starting their own businesses - 6/23/2009 - The recession isn't getting everyone down as many are taking it as an opportunity to start their own SMB.
High costs of benefits have SMBs cutting back - 6/12/2009 - Most small business owners say it is increasingly difficult to offer benefits to employees.
Capital is not the most important thing for a startup - 6/3/2009 - A new study finds that underfunded startups can still survive and that a strong management team may not be more important than a good product.
Many Americans considering starting SMB despite recession - 6/2/2009 - Although most do not follow through on the dream, almost one-quarter have started a small business during this economic climate.
Small businesses may benefit from increased IPOs - 6/1/2009 - Many experts believe the drought of IPOs may end soon.
Some things to consider before becoming an entrepreneur - 5/29/2009 - One freelancer says potential small business owners must consider the possibility of not taking a paycheck to up to three years.
Layoffs increasingly mean new small businesses - 5/28/2009 - A growing number of those who have lost their jobs are becoming small business owners.
Being the first to market is not always the best bet - 5/26/2009 - Some entrepreneurs may be better suited to let others make the first mistakes in a new venture.
Customer Satisfaction Index improves - 5/21/2009 - The quarterly measurement indicates that customers are feeling more confident.
Small businesses can benefit from close relationships - 5/19/2009 - Family members can often help a small business survive.
Lack of capital not stopping small businesses - 5/18/2009 - Microsoft says technology improvements have made outside funding unnecessary for many startups.
Survey: Small businesses expect financial situation to improve - 5/18/2009 - The study also found that almost one-quarter of SMBs will increases capital spending.
For freedom to work from home, SMB employees would take pay cut - 5/14/2009 - A new report finds one in five employees would take a cut in pay to work from home.
Swine flu and the Family Leave and Medical Act - 5/14/2009 - How employees and small businesses are protecting themselves.
Entrepreneurs kept up at night worrying about business - 5/11/2009 - Most of those who lose sleep say they're concerned about the economy.
California sees rise in small business sales - 5/7/2009 - The sale of small businesses may be a good sign for the overall economy.
Swine flu threat can help SMBs prepare for the worst - 5/4/2009 - Most small businesses don't have an emergency plan in place, but with the H1N1 virus threat now may be a good time to prepare one.
SMBs find success after moving locations - 5/4/2009 - Some small businesses can actually benefit from having to move their home base.
SMBs giving away products to keep goodwill - 4/30/2009 - Giving away services and products for free is an unconventional business strategy, but many small businesses across the country are viewing free work as a way to help others get through the recession and build client loyalty for years to come.
Some small business advice is better than others - 4/24/2009 - Business coaches can be a valuable asset to small business owners, but getting advice from a business coach doesn't guarantee success and there are a few things to watch out for when seeking business advice from others.