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Business Owners Take SBA Chief to Task
BY Colleen DeBaise
At a town hall at National Small Business Week, some entrepreneurs complain to Karen Mills about access to credit and high health insurance costs.Play Video
The SBA's Karen G. Mills on the Small-Business Recovery (Video)
BY Catherine Clifford
SBA Administrator Karen G. Mills travels the U.S. talking with business owners and bankers. She says she's hearing more talk of expansion compared with three years ago.
Time to Hire?... Maybe Not So Fast
BY Catherine Clifford
Even as the pace of hiring eases, small businesses continue to haul the job train along. Is your business hiring?
Main Street Merchants Aren't Deterred by Red Tape
BY Mikal E. Belicove
As politicians vilify regulations on the campaign trail, consider the results from a recent survey of small-business owners. It seems regulations aren't as onerous as some think.
Fashion Mogul Christopher Burch Talks Business
BY Diana Ransom
As Fashion Week kicks off, we sat down with the man behind brands like Tory Burch and Monika Chiang to find out what it takes to make it in the business.
How 'Small Business' and 'Entrepreneur' Fare in State of the Union Addresses
BY Diana Ransom
Small businesses and entrepreneurs were mentioned just six times in Obama's speech. We examine how often past presidents have put them in the spotlight.
Small Businesses Feel the Loss of Keystone Pipeline Project
BY Diana Ransom
The President's rejection of the Keystone XL Pipeline project will have a dampening effect on a number of small businesses.
Three Ways to Capitalize on Business Optimism
BY Carol Tice
Even before the nation added 200,000 new jobs in December, business owners were starting to feel more upbeat about 2012. Here's how to take advantage of that warm, fuzzy feeling.
Will Burgers and Big Gulps Save the Economy?
Consider this look at the impact franchised businesses have on the U.S. economy -- and how doughnuts may be just what we need to rebound from the recession.
The Home-Equity Credit Crunch (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
How home price declines have contributed to tight credit for small businesses.
Maestros of Malt: How Five Craft Brewmasters Got the Beer Bug
BY Diana Ransom
These Oregon entrepreneurs developed a taste for beer and turned it into a thriving business.
Startup Initiatives Sprout from Global Entrepreneurship Week
BY Carol Tice
Here is a look at some of the programs that will keep startups growing in the months to come.
Business Owners Divided on Occupy Wall Street
BY Carol Tice
In your view, is the popular protest movement against the financial industry good or bad for your business? The U.S. overall? Your fellow business owners straddle both sides of the debate.
Five Resources for Turning Vets into Entrepreneurs
BY Diana Ransom
For the men and women of the U.S. military, starting a business in this economy can be tricky. Here are the government programs that aim to help veterans strike out on their own.
Help! My Franchise Is Failing
BY Jeff Elgin
If your business hits a rough patch, you should be able to turn to your franchisor for assistance. Here's what you can expect to receive.
Why Portland's Beer Economy Is 'Hoppy'
BY Diana Ransom
The right mix of ingredients makes Portland's brew economy one of the biggest in the world.
Is Small Business on the Rebound in Your Town?
BY Carol Tice
A look at small-business bankruptcy filings reveals that economic conditions are looking up in some places.
A Historical Perspective (Photos)
Some of the most innovative ideas have emerged during times of economic duress.Connect with Entrepreneur
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