Inside the April 2003 Issue
Features
Can Entrepreneurship Be Taught?
You bet it can--and in our 1st Annual Top 100 Entrepreneurial Colleges and Universities, we reveal which U.S. schools do it best.
Help Needed?
Does Uncle Sam owe entrepreneurs a helping hand, or should the government just get out of small business's way? Two experts face off.
In Case of Emergency
A smoke alarm or a life preserver may save your life, but they won't save your business. You need a real disaster plan now. Your business's survival depends on it.
Columns
Be Your Own Boss Features
The 116 companies ranked the best in their categories in our 2003 Franchise 500 listing
Be Your Own Boss Features
Whether your passion is pottery, painting or playing video games, there's money to be made from your hobby.
Biz 101
From start to finish, these "booth basics" will help you make the most of that first trip to the trade show floor.
Innovations
Airtime on home shopping networks gives your product a big boost.
Opportunities
Who says you can't turn business into play? It's all in a day's work for these successful franchisee partners.
Real Life
Despite a long, frustrating wait, Jack and Diane find the light at the end of the tunnel--the perfect franchise site.
Smart Ideas
Inspired by a popular diet, this team of health-conscious entrepreneurs are mixing up the cocktail world.
Whats Your Problem
How do you find the best mail order catalog for your product-and get it in the door?
Almost Famous
These entrepreneurial robophiles take their business where no man has gone before.
Legal
What will a new whistle-blower clause mean to you and the way you do business?
Real Deal
Rage can be a powerful negotiating tool, but only if you practice a little anger management first.
Smart Moves
Had enough of auctions? Fixed pricing could be just the thing your business craves.
Staff Smarts
Job-seekers are taking "good for now" positions, but is it good enough for those who hire them?
A+ Ads
Using a famous face to attract prospects to your advertising campaign may not be a budget-busting proposition after all. You just need to find the right fit.
Marketing Buzz
Promoting your toy store to singles; your outdoor advertising options
Tactics
Shock value may grab attention, but it can put your company's image at risk. Science has a better way.
Dollar Signs
It's time to make an executive decision about whether your company needs a CFO.
Money Buzz
Long-term care insurance; why your state might not be included in the federal estate tax repeal
Raising Money
Your growing company could be hindered by hidden loan costs if you don't look ahead.
Tax Talk
Bringing disadvantaged employees aboard has never been so rewarding--and we're not just talking about the tax credits you'll get.
Books
Women rule the marketplace, says one author. So why aren't ad-makers catching on?
Capitol Issues
Take time to examine what the economic stimulus package might mean for your business.
Hot Seat
Is leadership really a crock? The creator of the comic strip Dilbert thinks so.
Smarts Features
Entrepreneurs are giving their old computers new life with budget-friendly extras.
Smarts Features
Then this band aid may be just what your lagging work force needs.
Smarts Features
Just what type of company is the apple of a venture capitalist's eye?
Smarts Features
Make no mistake--business identity theft can happen to you if you're not careful.
Snapshot
49, 43, co-founders of Doughmakers LLC in Terre Haute, Indiana
Women
A struggling entrepreneur gets growth advice from someone who's been there.
Buyers Guide
Here's your chance to get up to speed on the latest features in mobile-phone technology.
Cool Clicks
Getting to the next level in the game of entrepreneurship; business tips from the BBB
Digital Edge
Budget tight? What about a late-model PC that's only been driven around the block a few times?
Hot Disks
Securing e-mail attachments, how your Palm can be your financial planner and more
Net Profits
It's time to clear away the cobwebs and find out if your Web site is in good working order.
Solutions
A multifunction printer could be just what your business needs to save space and money.
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