Business ideas
Fresh Idea: The Unlikely Inspiration Behind Food-Saver FreshPaper
Kavita Shukla spoke at the Women in the World Summit today about finding inspiration in uncommon places. Stop Searching for 'The Next Big Thing:' Tips for Building the Best Business for You
BY Mike Brooks
You don't need a revolutionary business idea to find success in entrepreneurship. Here are five steps for launching a startup that's ideal for you. Grow Your Business By Getting Back to Basics
BY Brad Sugars
You don't have to venture far to find the next big idea. Growing your business is all about knowing where to look for opportunities. Here are five places to start. How to Stop Making Excuses and Run With Your Business Idea
BY Grant Davis
There will never be a "perfect" time to start your business, so why not start now? The Secrets of What Makes a Product Go Viral
BY Nadia Goodman
Author Jonah Berger shares insights from his new book about how ideas and products become contagious. Opportunity Spotting: 4 Trends for Young Treps from SXSW 2013
BY Rebekah Iliff
In the aftermath of this year's SXSW Interactive festival, we pinpointed four top trends that young entrepreneurs should consider. Get Out of Limbo: How to Go From Dream to Decision
BY Nadia Goodman
Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur who just can't take the leap or you're trapped in a tough business dilemma, consider these strategies to get unstuck. Former Software Engineer Takes a High-Tech Approach to Farming
BY Jodi Helmer
How PodPonics transformed an unused lot in Atlanta into a productive farm. Seth Godin on Why You Can't Wait to Get Noticed
BY Bryan Elliott
Success won't be handed to you and the traditional safety net has disappeared, so why not jump in? Maintaining Your Startup's Focus
BY Diana Ransom
Too many passions can derail you. Find one that sticks. Creative Problem-Solving Strategies to Test Your Business Idea
BY Nadia Goodman
How to use an approach called 'design thinking' when you're creating a new product or business. Most New Business Ideas Hatching for 6 or More Months
BY Catherine Clifford
A new report shows that most new business owners spend months working on their business plan prior to starting up. The Future of the Subscription Economy
BY Lauren Cannon
Last year may have given rise to a surge in startup-subscription services, but will larger competitors joining in this year spoil the mood? Richard Branson on the Importance of Creative Thinking
BY Richard Branson
Virgin Group's founder answers a reader's question on how his personality drives the success of his business. How to Test Your Business Ideas
BY Lisa Evans
Rather than viewing your business goals as a straight line, try this method of zigzagging your way to success. Lessons from Seth Godin on Embracing Uncertainty
BY Bryan Elliott
Why getting comfortable with failure is part of the entrepreneurial struggle. Unlocking Business Ideas Hidden in the Natural World
BY Jane Porter
A look at how the growing field of biomimicry has led to innovations inspired by nature. Richard Branson on Why Money Isn't Everything
BY Richard Branson
You need a lot of ingredients to launch a successful business, but a big pot of money isn't one of them. Virgin founder Richard Branson explains why. College Startup Re-Imagines Bike Sharing
BY Marty Jerome
ViaCycle set out to design a GPS-enabled, stationless bike-share system. Hunting for Business Ideas? Consider Looking at These 8 Hot Industries
BY Catherine Clifford
Here is a rundown of industries expected to have plenty of room to grow in 2013. 'The Story of Stuff' and How Startups are Heeding Its Message
BY Michael Phillips Moskowitz
Consumerism may have hit a highpoint in the last several decades, but these days the real opportunity resides in our closets. Here's a look at the rise of resale startups. Innovative Event Aims to Merge the Worlds of Fashion and Technology
BY Brian Patrick Eha
Decoded Fashion's hackathon builds technology to change the way designers create clothes and consumers purchase them. 3 Apps to Help You Write a Business Plan
BY Kim Lachance Shandrow
Helpful apps that guide you from brilliant business idea to an actionable plan. 
