Entrepreneur Magazine: November 1998

Power Surge
Internet access is up - way up - among small-business owners. But that doesn't mean all electronic avenues are being explored.

Danger Zone
When bad things happen to good entrepreneurs: what every small-business owner needs to know about crisis management.

L. A. Confidential
Is Los Angeles mayor Richard Riordan the most business-savvy politician in the country? An exclusive interview with the man at the helm of the first 21st-century city.

Entrepreneur's Complete Guide To Software
Paralyzed by all the software choices out there? You're not alone. How to choose the software your business really needs.



Business Buzz
Wisdom Of Ages
Put another candle on the birthday cake.

Columns Article
Allied Forces
Communications experts team up to win contest.

To The Rescue
Help for Y2K shows up in the form of a loan bill in Congress.

Hall Of Fame
Celebrating entrepreneurship.

Hidden Treasures
Doing business in the inner city is a challenge, but the rewards are worth the effort.

Entrepreneurial Woman
Designing Woman
Dyslexia couldn't keep this award-winning entrepreneur from multimillion-dollar success.

Global Smarts
Into Africa
Doing business in Africa isn't for the faint of heart--but it could offer big rewards.

Pulse
Race To Space
Ten, nine, eight . . . Who will win the $10 million contest of a lifetime?

Hidden Treasures
Doing business in the inner city is a challenge, but the rewards are worth the effort.

Travel Smarts
Practical Makes Perfect
Holiday gifts put functionality first.

Up and Coming
Making The Grade
College programs offer real-world business experience.

Beating The Odds
Cream of the Crop
When its dairy business was failing, this family went back to the drawing board

Bright Ideas
Surprise Attack
Inventors beware: Submarine patents could surface when you least expect it.

Bulletin Board
Support For Tech Firms
Resources for Entrepreneurs.

Trade Shows
Trade Shows
Mark your calendar.

Cutting Edge
Feat Of Clay
The business models you didn't learn about in school.

Family Business
One For The Books
Recording your family business history gives you credibility and clout.

Legal
Fighting Chance
When the government wants your land, prepare to fight for fair payment.

Management Smarts
Closing Arguments
The case for using lawyers' techniques in business.

Staff Smarts
Stress Case
Employees on edge? Here's how to help them relax.

Your Business
'Tis The Season
Keeping your employees productive during the holidays.

Advertising Workshop
Personal Touch
If you want to improve results from your sales letters, try some good,old-fashioned charm.

Marketing Smarts
Meal Ticket
Restaurateurs put movie tickets on the menu.

Sales Success
Expansion Team
Extend your sales reach using manufacturer's reps.

Tips and Tactics
Making Headlines
A step-by-step guide to getting your message heard.

Fund Smarts
Small Wonders
Concentrating on a few core industries has helped this little fund produce big returns.

Money Smarts
Tech Rules
Need cash? If you're a high-tech venture, try state funding.

Personal Finance
Along For The Ride
On the stock market highway, index funds put your money on cruise control.

Raising Money
Easy Access
Need money fast? For a no-fuss solution, try a government CAP loan.

Tax Talk
It's Official!
Now that the paper has settled in Congress, find out which tax code reforms made the cut.

Opportunity Article
Sweet Rewards
Giving back spells success for this candy franchise.

Slick Idea
No-risk franchising.

Fast Track
Start your engines.

Driving Force
Automotive aftermarket opportunities that will get your motor revving

Opportunity Insider
Drive-In Ambition
Sonic drive-ins face the future with a new look.

Business Bytes
Not-So-Basic Training
Are your employees not using your new tech equipment? With a little training, they'll make the most of your investment.

Business Software
Bug Off!
Protect against invaders with antivirus software.

Buyer's Guide
Mighty Minis
The newest mininotebooks pack a powerful punch.

Tech Smarts
Thinking In The Box
E-commerce kits make selling online a snap.

Tools
All Things To All People
State-of-the-art tech tools.

Web Smarts
Hit The Books
LISTEN to your e-mail, brush up on business etiquette.