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While the big boys wait for bailouts, small businesses remain essential to the nation's economic and social fabric.

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Mind the paperwork when taking advantage of trade preferences

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Get inspired by these entrepreneurs who have taken their idea and made it a success.

Involver: A New Frontier in MarketingInvolver: A New Frontier in Marketing
Rahim Fazal forged a niche helping advertisers engage customers using new media formats.
Brewing Big (With a Micro Soul)Brewing Big (With a Micro Soul)
After 18 years of growth, Kim Jordan still maintains New Belgium's freewheeling spirit.
Master of MunchiesMaster of Munchies
Gamer Grub creates snacks of, by and for the gaming community.

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 Crafts Business
Turn your favorite hobby into a fun, moneymaking business.

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The Irony of the Safe Bet
Michael Kahan became a successful entrepreneur after walking away from a 10-year career on Wall Street.

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Hot Cities for Entrepreneurs Hot Cities for Entrepreneurs
10 startup-friendly cities--and their success stories--show how small business is thriving.
Low-Cost Startup Ideas
40 inexpensive business ideas--plus financing tips and startup tools--that'll put you on the road to success
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Step-by-step guides to launching your business.
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