Tools
BY Cynthia Boris
Consider these options for making creative and inspiring presentations.
Questions About Health Reforms? Ask the SBA
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
The agency has trained partners and employees to guide businesses through the upcoming health care reforms.
3 Tiny, Ultra-Affordable Computing Options for Business
BY John Patrick Pullen
Think the Raspberry Pi is the only computer unit that costs less than $100? Consider these alternatives.
3 Apps to Help You Write a Marketing Plan
BY Cynthia Boris
These tools can help you figure out your needs, understand your competition and develop a cost-effective marketing strategy.
11 Google Products and Services You Might Not Know Exist
BY Kevin Smith
Google is more than just a search engine and cloud service provider.
SBA Debuts New Market Research Tool for Small Business
BY Randy Myers
Learning where your competitors are and how you stack up against them has never been easier thanks to a new tool from the SBA.
The Best Digital Handwriting Tools for Businesses
BY Jonathan Blum
If you're looking for an app or stylus to digitally capture handwritten notes and drawings, we've found several options.
3 Online Resources for Getting Expert Startup Advice
BY Cynthia Boris
Can't afford to have an attorney on speed dial? Don't worry, help is just a click away.
How to Boost Productivity With 'Social Bookmarking' Tools
BY Amy Gahran
A look at the services to consider, plus tips for making the most of them for your business.
Obamacare Made Simple, Courtesy of SBA
BY Catherine Clifford
The Small Business Administration is offering help on navigating the new health-care reform requirements.
3 Low-Cost Tools for Managing Social Media
BY Kerry Gorgone
These little-known options can help simplify the process at little cost.
3 Tools for Backing-Up Your Social Media Accounts
BY Cynthia Boris
Your old tweets and Facebook posts may come in handy someday. Here's how to make sure they aren't lost forever.
10 Essential Steps for Getting Started With QuickBooks Accounting Tools
BY Jonathan Blum and Alex Dalenberg
Follow these tips for using the popular accounting software right.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Infographics
BY Ann Handley
We answer all your burning questions about infographics and give you seven resources for creating your own.
Why 3-D Printing Is Becoming a Serious Industry
BY Dylan Love
A trio of printing big shots weigh in on the growing trend.
Improve Your Website: 3 Free Tools for 'Screencasting'
BY Cynthia Boris
How short videos can be used to demonstrate a new piece of software, to report problems with your site or during a redesign.
3 Free Tools for Creating Your Own Infographics
BY Cynthia Boris
You don't have to be a design expert or spend a lot of money to create eye-catching infographics.
5 Easy-to-Use Tools to Make Business Email More Secure
BY Jonathan Blum and Alex Dalenberg
Want to beef up email security? Consider these useful tools.
10 Tech Startups That Can Improve Your Life
BY Megan Rose Dickey
From a tool that lets you remotely lock and unlock your door to a ride-sharing system, these new companies aim to make life better.
3 Low-Cost Tools for Better Virtual Meetings
BY Cynthia Boris
Alternatives for traditional meetings that still give you face time with clients and remote employees.
4 Simple iPhone Apps for Creating and Editing Documents
BY Barb Dybwad
These tools offer fast, easy ways to take notes, write documents or jot down ideas.
5 Free Tools for More Powerful Pinterest Marketing
BY Brian Honigman
Make the most of your online marketing campaign without spending any money.
3 Low-Cost Sales Lead Tools for Startups
BY Jonathan Blum and Alex Dalenberg
You don't have to spend big money to get the same valuable contacts as the big guys. Here are some options to consider.
9 Great Photo and Video Apps
BY Kevin Smith
These apps can help you snap better visuals, edit them and then post to the web.



