Features
Watts Next?Futurist Watts Wacker on why you need a 500-year business plan.
Entrepreneurial SuperstarsEntrepreneurs Across America.
Columns
BooksBrainStylesBooks worth a look.
Bright IdeasPatent PointersA pro answers your most common patent questions.
Business BeatChief ConcernsThe SBA's new administrator speaks out about her plans for the agency.
Who's The Boss?Helping family business handle office politics.
Color Of MoneyFinger painting the town.
Business BuzzJunior ChefsSmall enterprise at a glance.
Entrepreneurial WomanGirl TalkA former Oscar winner changes her focus to games for girls.
Global VisionHow Swede It IsExporting to Sweden and more.
Home Inc.Charging AheadOpening a merchant credit card account is easier than you think--once you understand the process.
Personal BeatPlaying HouseboatAfter-hours tips for busy entrepreneurs.
Travel SmartsSweet DreamsNews for entrepreneurs on the go
FYI
Bulletin BoardSeminars Offer Food For ThoughtHelp for entrepreneurs
Business HotlineDirect HitThe pros and cons of using direct mail to build a strong customer base.
From The Pages Of...Affirmative Reaction8 steps to getting what you want from any negotiation.
Special EventsMark Your Calendars
Government
Capitol IssuesBreak It Up!A bill to prevent defense contract & bundling could help small firms get more business.
Management
Family BusinessEstate Of AffairsHow to pass down your business--but not to Uncle Sam.
Leading EdgeStage RightMake smarter management decisions by knowing what stage your company's in.
LegalHealthy ConcernDon't let workers' comp fraud cripple your business.
Management SmartsVoice LessonsTips and trends for growing your business.
Staff SmartsShare The WealthEmployee compensation plans that pay off.
Marketing
Advertising WorkshopOn TargetWhen your audience is diverse, a personalized approach to advertising works best.
Guerrilla MarketingHuman TouchHow to get personal in your marketing.
Marketing EdgeStar MakersFinding public relations and advertising agencies to make your business shine.
Marketing SmartsA Gift For YouSavvy ideas to boost sales.
Sales SuccessNiche HuntInvestigate these 6 marketing niches, and unlock the door to a prosperous future.
Money
Fund SmartsThats EntertainmentFrom TV and movies to multimedia, this fund profits from fun.
Money SmartsSaving GraceMoney-management strategies
Personal FinanceUncommon ValorFor security and income, preferred stock offers a powerful alternative to common stock.
Raising MoneyStocking UpYou get more than financing when you tap your 401(k) to buy stock in your business.
Stock SmartsHey, Taxi!Company that finances cabs offers dividends and a tax benefit, too.
Tax TalkIt's All RelativeThe tax benefits of employing family members.
Opportunity Spotlight
ArticleGlobal WarmingFranchising heats up around the world.
Franchise NewsPoint Of ViewFranchisees see one thing, franchisors another . . . how to reconcile the two?
Tech
Business BytesIf Memory ServesIs it time to upgrade your computer's memory?
Business SoftwareMac AttackApple fights back with plans for a new Macintosh operating system.
Buyer's GuideMore Power To YouPC connections make today's fax machines multifaceted workhorses.
Tech SmartsPurchase PlansThe latest in modern technology
Web SmartsThe Search Is OverWhat's hot on the World Wide Web.