Alina Dizik
Alina Dizik is a freelance journalist and writer based in New York City. Her work has been published in The Wall Street Journal, iVillage, More magazine, The Knot, BusinessWeek and the Financial Times. She covers entrepreneurs, consumer trends, business education and careers.
10 Questions to Ask Before Expanding Overseas
If you're considering an international expansion of your brand, here's what you need to know to make sure you're fully prepared to make the decision.
10 Questions to Ask Before Determining Your Target Market
A guide to understanding your customers and how your product meets their needs.
3 Ethical Ways to Boost Positive Online Reviews
A look at the strategies some entrepreneurs are using when generating and making the most of their customers' comments.
10 Questions to Ask Before Making Your First Hire
Before rushing to expand your business with that first employee, here are the most important things you need to consider first.
10 Questions to Ask Before Quitting Your Job to Start a Business
How do you know when the time is right to make the leap?
3 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Naming Your Business
Here's a look at three entrepreneurs who have changed company names and the lessons they learned.
Photographers Refocus on New Ventures
The line has long blurred between the amateur and professional photographer. Here, three former pro photographers who saw the changes coming early on and reinvented themselves with successful startups
10 Things to Outsource to a Virtual Assistant
With the growth of virtual assistants, their expertise now runs the gamut -- from making vendor calls to sending out thank you cards to prospective clients. Here's how to make the most of virtual hel
3 Types of Rent-Free Workspaces for Entrepreneurs
Take advantage of these free workspaces offered by chambers of commerce, universities and the community-at-large.
8 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting a Business From Home
Owners of home-based businesses often fail to establish proper boundaries between their work and personal lives. Here's how to get it right the first time.
5 Tips for Publishing Your Own Book
Books can help small-business owners with brand awareness, as well as show their expertise. Here's how to get started, including self-publishing platforms to consider when you're ready.
3 Teambuilding Exercises Tailored to Unique Business Challenges
How three entrepreneurs designed effective--and fun--ways to strengthen their teams.
How Entrepreneurs are Successfully Tapping into the Healthy Spice Trend
A look at business owners in the snack and beverage industries that are finding success and growing their companies, one herb at a time.
Bars Go Green
How eco-friendly practices are helping drinking establishments attract a loyal clientele.
Do's and Don'ts of Seeking Business Advice From a Spouse
Entrepreneurs' spouses can wear many hats, but small-business owners shouldn't rely on them too much.
Cooking Up New Business Ideas from Old-World Recipes
How some entrepreneurs are drawing from the distant past to put a successful new spin on old ideas.Most Popular
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