If you don’t mind lots of paperwork, frequent disappointment, and many strings attached, here’s a quick guide to the slow process of finding grant money for your business.
Networking is one of the most cost-effective forms of marketing, but there is a potential dark side: It can become a huge time drain without producing proportionate results.
In the case of a buyer considering taking over a business, the due diligence process is usually focused on making sure that the business is exactly what the seller promises.
Between now and the end of the year, businesses should take various actions to help their bottom line for 2010 and to get ready for 2011. Here are some actions to consider.
Sometimes leaders and managers can't avoid these seven common pratfalls of bad bosses. But with some careful management, these stumbles don't have to hurt morale or productivity.
Founding a sustainable, socially responsible business is just like founding any other. You need money, a market, a plan and the ability to execute on the vision.
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The Truth About Business Grants
If you don’t mind lots of paperwork, frequent disappointment, and many strings attached, here’s a quick guide to the slow process of finding grant money for your business.
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High-ROI Networking
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Tsilli Pines: Building a Business Based on Tradition
From that small start, Tsilli Pines has built a business on creating modern ketubot.
Planning in the Last Quarter of 2010
Between now and the end of the year, businesses should take various actions to help their bottom line for 2010 and to get ready for 2011. Here are some actions to consider.
10 Tips from Bootstrapping Entrepreneurs
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6 Effective Ways to Make Yourself More Employable
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Keeping your personal finances separate from your business finances isn't always easy. But if you aren't careful, it may cost you.
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Boost your retirement savings while reducing your tax liability by taking advantage of these retirement planning strategies.
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Follow a few simple guidelines to take the sting out of constructive criticism.
9 Affordable Winter Getaways for the Family
While summer is the traditional season for family travel, winter offers plenty of opportunity, too. Book now — we've already done the research!
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After conquering debt, it's tough to find yourself back in the hole. Have faith! You can pay off your debt again — this time for good.
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9 Business Lessons from the Roadside Stand
It's a vegetable stand parked in a wide spot on the road. How business savvy can its owners be?
How To Combine A Personal And Business Trip Without Angering Uncle Sam
With careful planning, and good record-keeping, you really can combine business and leisure.
7 Mistakes Bosses Make That Drive Employees Crazy
Sometimes leaders and managers can't avoid these seven common pratfalls of bad bosses. But with some careful management, these stumbles don't have to hurt morale or productivity.
Becoming an Automatic Millionaire: Highlights from Our Chat With David Bach
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with David Bach on becoming an automatic millionaire!
The Rise In Artisans: Global Lessons From A Local Movement
Artisan businesses run the gamut, from chocolate to blue jeans. But they all share a keen focus on customer service and distinctive branding.
The Fundamentals of Socially Responsible Business
Founding a sustainable, socially responsible business is just like founding any other. You need money, a market, a plan and the ability to execute on the vision.