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The Power of Praise in Business -- and How to Do it Right
BY Ross McCammon
The Esquire guy gives a nod to the power of praise in the workplace -- and makes it clear there are lessons to be learned in both giving and receiving the proverbial pat on the back
Tips for Hiring the Best Employees
BY Jon Burgstone and Bill Murphy Jr.
Follow these suggestions to simplify the interviewing process and help make sure it turns up the best candidates.
What the State of the Union Address May Hold for Small Businesses
BY Catherine Clifford
Here is a rundown of what small business owners and advocates hope to hear from President Obama as he addresses the nation tonight.
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Calling All Independent Merchants
BY Entrepreneur Staff
From now until Thanksgiving, tell us about one item that you sell that is the perfect gift for someone special. We'll consider it for our upcoming Indie Merchant Holiday Gift Guide.
Co-creation: How to Harness It For Your Business
BY Michelle Juergen
Co-creation is turning consumerism into teamwork, enabling buyers to be part of a company's innovation.
Ways Inventors Can Get Stuff Made
BY Jennifer Wang
Maybe you don't want to give up the rights to your brilliant idea. We understand. Here are some options for inventors.
What Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Borders' Demise
BY Carol Tice
Borders is moving to liquidate its 400 remaining stores. Here are four reasons why the giant bookseller went bust.
A Competition Roundup for Entrepreneurs
BY Mikal E. Belicove
Looking to score some loot for your business? Check out these four contests for entrepreneurs and small-business owners.
For Entrepreneurs, This Summer's No Day at the Beach
BY Carol Tice
Less than half of business owners plan to take even one week of vacation this summer. While you're at it, here's how to occupy your time.
Under-30 Treps in the Washington Spotlight
BY Diana Ransom
The question of how to help small-businesses boost sales is so divisive that many are now looking to the young for answers.
Why the Small Business Loan Fund is Falling Short
BY Diana Ransom
Many initially praised the small-business fund that would make $30 billion available to small banks to loan out businesses, but funds haven't yet been disbursed. Here are the reasons for the holdup.
Climbing on the Social Media IPO Bandwagon
BY Mikal E. Belicove
The latest tech companies to go public have seen their share prices sink. Here's what the trend means for future tech IPOs.
Indicators Point to a Small-Business Rebound (Infographic)
BY Diana Ransom
Evidence is growing that the nation's small companies may be on a comeback.
Microfinance Hits Small Businesses Right Where It Helps
BY Carol Tice
Here are three reasons why micro-borrowers do better than owners who've borrowed from a traditional bank.Don't Miss
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