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Sit Down Now and Write That Business Plan (Opinion)

Sit Down Now and Write That Business Plan (Opinion)

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If you're serious about building a successful enterprise, you'll need a business plan. But don't let that stop you from starting.
February 1, 2012 in Business Plans
10 Business Plan Words Every Manager Needs to Know By Heart

10 Business Plan Words Every Manager Needs to Know By Heart

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If you're starting or running a business, you'll need to know this list of essential business planning words.
January 30, 2012 in Business Plans
What to Do When You've Built It and No One Comes

What to Do When You've Built It and No One Comes

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When you have something to sell, being stuck in one place isn't always a winning idea. Fortunately, there is an alternative.
January 30, 2012 in Location
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Our team of 'Ask Entrepreneur' small-business experts offer need-to-know advice for starting and growing a business.

Should I Bring a Mentor into the Business?

I'm building a startup and because I have no experience other than a great idea, I enlisted the help of a mentor.
Answered by Tim Berry in Starting Up

How Do I Protect My Personal Assets?

I have a small courier business. My only concern is if I have a accident and get sued, how can I protect myself so that my personal assets won't be taken away? What are my options? What's the best way?
Answered by Nina Kaufman in Starting Up

How Can I Pitch My Invention?

I'm looking to either sell the rights to my invention or find a company that would license it. What are the best ways for me to get my products in front of interested companies? What should I avoid?

Should a Startup Hand Over Control to an Investor?

A friend wants to invest the $1,000 in my business but says he wants a 55 percent ownership stake of the company. Is that fair? What are the pros and cons?
Answered by Tim Berry in Starting Up

How Do I Decide Which Business Idea I Should Pursue?

I'm young and eager, and I have many ideas that I want to turn into businesses. The problem is I can't narrow down the list to just one. How do I pick one idea to move forward with?
Answered by Brad Sugars in Starting Up
Best of the Best 2011

Best of the Best 2011

Learn best practices from these standout entrepreneurs leading change in their industries and be inspired by their forward thinking and bold moves.
December 7, 2011 in The 'Treps
For Net Neutrality Advocates, the Fight Continues

For Net Neutrality Advocates, the Fight Continues

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Some tech entrepreneurs say more regulation is needed to keep the Internet open -- especially when it comes to wireless providers.
November 22, 2011 in Legal Issues
Startup Initiatives Sprout from Global Entrepreneurship Week

Startup Initiatives Sprout from Global Entrepreneurship Week

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Here is a look at some of the programs that will keep startups growing in the months to come.
November 18, 2011 in Finding Help
Entrepreneurs Risk All On 'Gold Rush Alaska.' Would You?

Entrepreneurs Risk All On 'Gold Rush Alaska.' Would You?

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If you'd like to see other entrepreneurs take high-stakes business gambles, nothing beats Discovery Channel's hit Friday-night show 'Gold Rush Alaska.'
November 17, 2011 in Evaluating Your Idea
Pros and Cons of New Grads Starting a Business

Pros and Cons of New Grads Starting a Business

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Here's what you'll need to consider before deciding whether entrepreneurship is a good option for you.
November 10, 2011 in Starting a Business
Startup Success Fast Track

Startup Success Fast Track

How today's business owners are building thriving companies
November 7, 2011 in Success Stories
New Plan Asks Entrepreneurs to Sound Off on Immigration

New Plan Asks Entrepreneurs to Sound Off on Immigration

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To help stimulate the economy, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services plans to tap industry experts and entrepreneurs for advice.
October 14, 2011 in Finding Ideas
Cities Should Market Their Problems to Entrepreneurs

Cities Should Market Their Problems to Entrepreneurs

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For small towns across the U.S. to grow again after the worst recession since the Great Depression, here's a suggestion: Ask entrepreneurs for help.
October 11, 2011 in Business Ideas
The Startup Act: A Nonstarter?

The Startup Act: A Nonstarter?

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The new proposed bill may not go anywhere, but it could at the very least ignite a national conversation about how to spark entrepreneurship.
July 19, 2011 in Starting a Business
Crazy B---- Tea Wins Our Independence Day Video Contest

Crazy B---- Tea Wins Our Independence Day Video Contest

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We asked readers to send in their videos describing the moment they declared their independence as business owners and then put them to a vote.
July 5, 2011 in Starting a Business
Why Entrepreneurs Celebrate 'Independent's Day'

Why Entrepreneurs Celebrate 'Independent's Day'

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On this Fourth of July holiday, small business owners share why they're grateful to be calling their own shots.
July 4, 2011 in Starting a Business
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