Holidays
BY Kevin Allen
Some moms want roses. Other moms would prefer an iPad.
Gotcha! A Roundup of April Fools' Day Pranks From Around Tech and Social Media
BY Jason Fell
How some companies are having fun on this popular holiday.
April Fools: 4 Apps for Office Pranks
BY Cynthia Boris
Try one of these apps for a little light-hearted fun at your office.
Mark Cuban on the Value of Hard Work and Other Tips This Week
BY Brian Patrick Eha
How to find ideas, make use of holiday downtime and more: our best tips of the week.
How to Make the Most of Your Holiday Downtime
BY Lisa Evans
It's a slow week for business, so here are six ways to make use of the holiday lull.
Forget Boxing Day. Plan for 'Returns Day' Jan. 3
BY Carol Tice
These tips will help you minimize business disruptions and keep the customer satisfied.
4 Holiday Gifts for Time- and Fashion-Challenged Young Entrepreneurs
BY Erica Bell and Katie Finnegan
For the entrepreneur who has everything but time. Here are a few efficiency-boosting gift ideas that he/she or even you would love.
3 Startups Rethinking the Business of Gifting
BY Brian Patrick Eha
As Amazon partners with Facebook to make gift-giving easier, a look at three services that are innovating this time-old tradition.
Tips for International Shipping for Peak Pick-Up Day
BY Catherine Clifford
Here are five recommendations for small businesses that need to ship things abroad this holiday season.
How to Banish Holiday Stress
BY Gwen Moran
It's the busiest time of the year, follow these four ways to decompress now.
16 Must-Have Gifts for Entrepreneurs
BY Grant Davis
Need ideas for your holiday wishlist? Wondering what to get your fellow entrepreneurs? Our gift guide has you covered.
Smart Ways to Send Business Gifts This Season
BY Joanna L. Krotz
Today's gamut of beliefs and sensitivities can turn holiday business gifts into an etiquette minefield. Here's how to give grateful good cheer without crossing any lines.
3 Tips for Safe Holiday Shopping Over Mobile Devices
BY Hiten Samtani
With cyber criminals targeting mobile users more than ever, keep security top-of-mind this holiday season.
Play Video How to Behave at Your Office Holiday Party (Video)
BY Ross McCammon
The Esquire guy shares his do's and don'ts for your company's annual holiday party.
10 Gadgets to Boost Your Office's Fun Factor
BY Vanessa Voltolina
As holiday party season gets under way, these tech toys can both entertain and increase employee morale.
An Introvert's Guide to Surviving the Holiday Season
BY Lisa Evans
By working to their strengths, introverts can enjoy holiday parties too. Here are five tips to make the season easier.
Day #10: Our Top Picks for Sports Lovers
BY Colleen DeBaise
On the last day of our Indie Merchant Holiday Gift Guide, we roll out five products for the special angler, yogi or Frisbee player in your life.
3 Ways to Turn Holiday Shoppers Into Year-Round Customers
BY Lisa Girard
Exceed customer expectations through everything from great customer service to surprise gifts.
Day #9: Groovy Gifts of Apparel, Made by Indie Merchants
BY Colleen DeBaise
Sandals. Subscription underwear. We've got our top apparel picks in this year's Indie Merchant Holiday Gift Guide.
Day #8: 7 Practical -- But Not Boring! -- Gifts Made By Indie Merchants
BY Catherine Clifford
For those friends and family members that swear by only the most useful gifts, here are a few options that will satisfy and delight even the most ingenious MacGyver.
6 Tips for Staying Sane Over the Holidays
BY Adam Toren
Hard to believe the holidays are upon us, Thanksgiving has just wrapped and the rest of the holidays will be here in a blink. Here's your guide to a stress-free season.
3 Things to Consider Before Your Business Donates to Charity
BY Stephanie Vozza
It's the season of giving. But before you open your wallet, follow this checklist to make sure you get your money is put to the best use.
Day #6: 10 Gifts for the Eco-Conscious Person On Your List
BY Catherine Clifford
These gifts will make a tree hugger happy, and they feel good to give, too.
Day #5: 10 Great Foodie Gifts This Holiday Season
BY Colleen DeBaise
We drank and tasted our way through all the food submissions in this year's gift guide -- and deemed these the most delicious.



