Growth Strategies
What Makes Facebook Worth So Much
BY John Patrick Pullen
After Facebook's IPO, the social network is being valued at about $100 billion. Here's how you can try to emulate that success.
Fair Trade's Growing Pains: Pivoting a Successful Model
BY Catherine Clifford
The founder of the Fair Trade certification program in the U.S. is dealing with the struggles that come with expanding a successful operation.Play Video
How to Create Buzz on No Budget (Video)
BY Colleen DeBaise
Local Bigwig's Ray Madronio turned to big players in his industry to get free marketing help for his startup. Hear how he did it, plus expert tips.
10 Tips for Forming a Board of Directors
BY Mikal E. Belicove
Forming a board of directors can help a business grow to the next level. Here are tips for recruiting and retaining one.
How Partnerships Can Help Extend Your Small Marketing Budget
BY Carol Tice
One great way to stretch a small marketing budget is to find a marketing partner that can help you boost exposure for your products.
How to Stop Your Business From Sinking Like the Titanic
BY Carol Tice
This weekend marks the 100th anniversary of the RMS Titanic's sinking. As a business owner, you want to avoid capsizing. Here are five lessons you can learn from Titanic's fate.
Getting More Profit for Your Business
BY Brad Sugars
Profit should be at the top of any business owner's mind. Here are three tips for making sure yours keeps growing.
Do You Know the Best Way to Grow Your Business?
BY Carol Tice
Once your business launches, it's time to grow. But it's important to grow smart. Here's a look at why the Shark Tank investors passed on one great company after taking a look at its growth plan.Play Video
How to Take Your Business to the Next Level (Video)
BY Jen Groover
Many business owners dream about getting their products into a big-box retailer. One way to do it is to raise brand awareness so that their buyers know about you and your business, says Jen Groover.
Lighting Up Your Store -- and Your Sales
BY Jane Porter
How to light your retail space to the best effect without breaking the bank.
I Am Woman. . . See Me Grow My $1 Million Business
BY Carol Tice
Women-owned businesses with sales over $1 million are growing. Here are three theories on why women are able to build bigger businesses today.
Five Tips to Inspire Innovation at Your Small Business
BY Carol Tice
More innovation is needed for a business to thrive in today's world of shrinking product life cycles and increased competition. Here's how to kick your business into high gear.
10 Hot Export Markets for Small Businesses
BY Gwen Moran
A look at a range of export opportunities, as well as challenges, for companies seeking growth beyond their home borders.
Taking on Debt to Grow Your Business
BY Susan Schreter
In today's economy, debt is a four-letter word -- but it can also be essential for growing a business. Here are some options that could help boost your working capital.
Six Strategies for Partnering with Big Brands
BY Jane Porter
A must-follow checklist for small businesses looking to connect with powerhouse companies like Wal-Mart.Play Video
Seven Business Goals of Social Media - and How to Get Started (Video)
BY Teri Evans
Jason Falls, CEO of Social Media Explorer, explains how business owners can take a strategic approach to social media marketing.Play Video
Chris Brogan on Using Video to Market Your Business (Video)
BY Teri Evans
The popular blogger shares tips on how to get started on YouTube and other video platforms for business.
How to Redefine Your Business in a New Market
BY Jane Porter
Three ways entrepreneurs have refocused their companies for success by targeting a different audience -- and you can, too.Play Video
Glassybaby Founder Lee Rhodes on Growth Mistakes (Video)
BY Teri Evans
Our Entrepreneur of 2011 award winner shares the mistakes she made when growing her company -- and the lessons learned along the way.Play Video
