Entrepreneurship

Get Business Start-up Tips from “Apprentice” Finalist Dr. Randal Pinkett

Posted June 10, 2009 - 12:30 by Linsey Knerl

Entrepreneurship, Career Building

He heard Donald Trump say, “You’re Hired!” in Season 4 of the reality TV Show, and now he’s written a no-nonsense book for the startup entrepreneur. Dr. Randal Pinkett shares highlights from his new book "The No Money Down CEO" and gives us the scoop on keeping a business successful in tonight’s interview with Wise Bread.

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The Google Way: A Book Review (And a Chance to Win!)

Posted June 9, 2009 - 19:38 by Linsey Knerl

Giveaways, Entrepreneurship, Career Building

The Google Way

I don’t know why I’ve put off reading and reviewing this book. It’s one that was on my “must-read” list for some time. With its common-sense but unique approach to business management, most anyone can take something valuable from it. Even if you don’t manage anyone now, you may find it inspiring for life’s little challenges (and you’ll have a chance to win a copy!)

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6 Tips for Running Your Business: Lessons From 2 Failed Restaurateurs

Posted May 27, 2009 - 13:56 by Nora Dunn

Small Business Resource Center, Entrepreneurship

Crowded Bar by Glenn Harper / Flickr

Is it possible that one of the reasons the restaurant business is so hard to succeed in, is because some new restaurant owners lack business sense? Possibly. In examining this angle, I learned six very important lessons about how to run a business – any business – by virtue of observing two slack restaurant owners in action. These business principles apply to much more than just restaurants. Run your business more like a business, and less like a playground, if you want to succeed.

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A Restaurant Where You Pay What You Can Afford For The Meal?

Posted May 26, 2009 - 11:31 by Paul Michael

Entrepreneurship, Green Living, Food and Drink, Consumer Affairs

Same Cafe

It sounds like something out a movie, but it’s actually right out of Denver, my home city. And this wonderful idea is not only incredibly innovative and generous, it’s also working well and making thousands of needy people happy in the process.

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How to Find Freelance Clients: Part Three

Posted May 15, 2009 - 05:55 by Debbie Dragon

Making Extra Cash, Entrepreneurship

apply online

Applying for freelance work is an art form in itself – once you master the techniques, you'll be on your way to a thriving freelance business. Applying for work on job sites and contacting potential clients directly involves a different process than bidding for work on freelance bidding sites.

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How to Find Freelance Clients: Part Two

Posted May 13, 2009 - 06:20 by Debbie Dragon

Making Extra Cash, Entrepreneurship

finding where clients are

Last time, "How to Find Freelance Clients: Part One" discussed some of the things you would need to do to prepare for freelancing. In Part Two of this article, we'll cover where to find the actual clients who pay freelancers.

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How Your Small Business Can Survive the Recession

Posted May 12, 2009 - 18:21 by Greg Go

Small Business Resource Center, Entrepreneurship

recession

By most accounts, this is going to be a long recession, and we’re still on the downward slope. As a small business owner, you will be forced to make drastic moves to survive. As you get your company into survival mode, keep in mind that the secret to surviving a down economy is cashflow.

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Can't Get A Bank Loan? 8 Other Ways To Finance Your Business

Posted April 22, 2009 - 12:26 by Silicon Valley Blogger

Small Business Resource Center, Entrepreneurship

Starting a business can easily become a money pit. So for those of you thinking about launching a new venture, what financing options do you have? Well, there's the possibility of taking out business loans from your local bank, of course. But what if your bank has turned you down? Let's consider a few alternative financing options in case you're unable to get the money you need from your bank.

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101 Tax deductions for bloggers and freelancers

Posted February 22, 2009 - 21:27 by Paul Michael

Entrepreneurship, Taxes, Making Extra Cash, Small Business Resource Center

taxes

Anyone here like doing taxes? Didn’t think so. We all have to do them; we all have to pay money to Uncle Sam (although some get away with paying much less than others). But as a freelancer and/or a blogger, are you overlooking dozens of legitimate deductions that could save you a whole lot of money?

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The Entrepreneurial Spirit and the Economic Crunch

Posted November 10, 2008 - 08:42 by Sarah Winfrey

Entrepreneurship, Small Business Resource Center

First Entrepreneurial Five Dollars

Thinking about starting your own business but concerned about the economy? Feeling the pull of being your own boss but wondering if that could possibly be a good decision under the current circumstances? Then you'll be relieved to find out that 92% of existing entrepreneurs say they'd have started their business regardless of the economic climate. But how do you do it? What do you need to consider when you start a business during an economic crunch? I talked to some people who've started businesses within the last year, and this is what they have to say.

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