There's No Business Like the Chocolate Business
A truck dealer, an engineer and a mapmaker left their professions to work with their one true love -- chocolate.
What 'Project Runway' Can Teach You About Business
Rule No. 1: Entrepreneurs who pursue their own passion can't lose sight of what makes a business successful. Two 'Project Runway All Stars' recently made this key-business flub.
Moshi Monsters and the Mistake That Launched the Multimillion-Dollar Business
Mind Candy's Michael Acton Smith offers his three biggest lessons before striking gold with one of the fastest-growing online children's games.
Five Tips for Retooling Your Business
Is your business feeling like an old jalopy? Here are strategies for getting the money-making engine humming again.
Main Street Merchants Aren't Deterred by Red Tape
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.
Eight Creative Marketing Ideas to Make Your Business Stand Out
If your marketing could use a new twist, consider these new ideas to reach today's customers.
Four Questions to Ask Before Setting a Price
Before you figure out your pricing, figure out your business.
Three Ways to Extend the Battery Life of Smartphones and Tablets
Consider these options for extending the battery life of your mobile devices.
Fashion Mogul Christopher Burch Talks Business
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.
Seven Ways to Kill Your Meetings and Unleash Productivity
Despite studies showing that meetings are a colossal waste of time, they remain common. Here's how to collaborate while cutting back on meetings.
The Danger of Being Franchisee No. 1
Sure, it's a thrill to get in on the ground floor of a hot new concept. But it's risky to invest in an unproven business model. Here are questions to ask.
How the White House Became a Social-Media Powerhouse
Macon Phillips, the White House's director of New Media, describes how the administration is using social media in unique ways -- and how your business can too.
No-Cost Ways to Increase Your Sales This Year
You don't need to spend a lot to win a lot of sales in 2012.
The Battle Against SOPA Is Far From Over
Even though the anti-piracy bill has been sidelined, other proposed legislation still exist that pose equal threats to online businesses.
Is Your Facebook Business Page Ready for 31,170 Visitors?
A new survey reveals the reach of the average Facebook user.
When It Comes to Networking, Don't Try to Wing It
Looking to get more out of networking? Here are four tips to help you make your efforts more productive.
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Glassybaby Founder Lee Rhodes on Growth Mistakes (Video)
Our Entrepreneur of 2011 award winner shares the mistakes she made when growing her company -- and the lessons learned along the way.
Richard Branson on Decision-Making For Entrepreneurs
The British billionaire talks about how he makes tough choices.
How Pinterest Is Becoming the Next Big Thing in Social Media for Business
The online 'pinboard' is driving serious traffic and proving to be a powerful online marketing tool for some companies.
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Chris Brogan on Social Media Starter Tips to Grow Your Business (Video)
The popular blogger shares helpful strategies for small-business owners getting started on social networks like Twitter, Facebook and Google+.
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Good Nite Lite's Adam Nelson on Growing Without a Business Plan (Video)
Entrepreneur Magazine's Emerging Entrepreneur of 2011 shares growth strategies that helped his startup succeed.
Seven Ways to Get a 'Cash Mob' to Shop at Your Small Business
Buy-local advocates are creating 'cash mobs,' which ask people to patronize local stores at a particular time. Here's how you can get a cash mob to shop your store.
Three Reasons Apple's iCloud Isn't Ready for Business
While the popular cloud service can be handy for personal use, it lacks some essential functionality that can be critical for entrepreneurs.
How to Build a Fan-Worthy Facebook Page
Five steps to improve your branding power on the social network.
10 Insights from Entrepreneur and Celebrity Chef Susan Feniger
From 'Top Chef Masters' to food trucks, this restaurateur continues to reinvent herself.
10 Workplace Trends to Watch in 2012
Keep up with the ever changing American workplace with these 10 trends.
Baristas, the Hooters of Coffee, Tries Reality TV
The Seattle coffee chain is holdings auditions to cast "hot young girls as servers" for a new reality show. A recent Tampa casting call, however, came up short.
10 Reasons Your Small Business Shouldn't Start a Blog
Blogging is increasingly popular, but that doesn't mean it's right for your small business. Here are some reasons you might want to hold off on blogging.
Storytelling Expected to Score Big in 2012 Super Bowl Ads
Three ways small businesses can turn stories into ads and digital content without a Super Bowl-size budget.
The Kickoff: Three Startups Born from the NFL
After the Super Bowl and the end of the season, some football stars learn business skills and start their own companies.
How One Entrepreneur Used the Law of Publicity to Get Investors
Getting turned down by the 'Sharks' was the best thing to happen to one contestant.
Game On for Pizza Franchises (Photos)
Forget football. Sales of America's favorite food will skyrocket on Super Bowl Sunday. That's good news for these pizza franchises.
Why Watching the Super Bowl May Inspire You to Start a Business
An entrepreneurship organization is running an ad during the Super Bowl. Its goal: To get you to start up.
Zuckerberg's $1 Salary and More: Parsing the Facebook IPO Filing
Facebook's IPO filing reveals a great deal about the company. Here's a brief overview.
Seven Secrets of Self-Made Multimillionaires
Sales pro Grant Cardone examines the habits of the super-rich, and how to make them your own.
Nine Tech Terms You Need to Know Before Starting a Business
No matter what industry you're in, having a working knowledge of tech-related concepts can be crucial. Here's a look at some of the most important terms and what they mean.
What Facebook's IPO Means for VCs and Entrepreneurs
The social networking giant's showing on the public market may land with a thud.
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How to Reinvent Your Business (Video)
The owners of social-buying site Fab.com discuss how they came to the decision to shut down their old venture -- and focus on their new one. Here are their three tips for how to pivot.
Three Social-Media-Fueled Contests for Small Businesses
Contests are emerging as a popular, low-cost way for big companies to connect with their small-business customers. Check out these three business contests.
Sit Down Now and Write That Business Plan (Opinion)
If you're serious about building a successful enterprise, you'll need a business plan. But don't let that stop you from starting.
How to Safeguard Online Shopping Transactions
A secure credit-card transaction system can encourage shoppers to make purchases and help ensure that you stay in business.
How Broderick's Bueller Can Deliver Your Business Super Bowl Buzz
Curious how to take advantage of the pre-game buzz? Consider newsjacking or hosting a promotional tie-in.
Inside the Mind of Your Buyers
A look at what motivates customers to buy -- and six ways to tailor your sales pitch.
Startup America Gets a Do-Over
The President issued a new call on Congress to pass an ambitious legislative agenda to help small businesses, but some wonder whether it's just hot air.
The 10 Things Facebook Got Right Pre-IPO
Facebook has the potential to raise $10 billion in an IPO. Here's why that's possible.
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Using an iPad to Boost Productivity (Video)
Jaime and Mark Van Wye, owners of dog-training franchise Zoom Room, say they're running a more efficient business thanks to tablet technology. Here are their iPad tips.
Is Facebook Advertising for You?
Most businesses can benefit from some sort of Facebook advertising, but not every business should make a significant investment in it. Should you?
Three Lessons a Serial Tech Entrepreneur Learned from Bill Gates
Naveen Jain shares the insights he gleaned from the Microsoft co-founder, and how he used them when starting his own businesses.
What You Need to Know About Brand Building vs. SEO
Follow these suggestions to balance branding and search-engine optimization in your marketing efforts.
10 Business Plan Words Every Manager Needs to Know By Heart
If you're starting or running a business, you'll need to know this list of essential business planning words.
How to Sell Shares Without Going Public
Secondary markets like SharesPost and SecondMarket offer a less costly avenue for raising money from investors than an IPO.
What to Do When You've Built It and No One Comes
When you have something to sell, being stuck in one place isn't always a winning idea. Fortunately, there is an alternative.
Forget Networking. How to Be a Connector
It's critical to hone your "connector" skills -- that is, your ability to make new friends and acquaintances. Here's how.
Turning a Layoff Into a Sweet Startup
Meet three entrepreneurs who turned their passion for baking into encore careers.
Live Chat with Billionaire Entrepreneur Mark Cuban
The investor and 'Shark Tank' star took your questions in a live interactive discussion.
Why Google's Privacy Changes Are Good for Advertisers
If your small business advertises with the search giant, you may soon find that your placements are even more effective.
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The Best Ways to Praise Your Employees (Video)
Praise in the workplace can be a powerful motivator. The Esquire Guy teaches us how to do it right. Hint: No bear hugs.
How Your Business Can Last Longer than a Twinkie
Kodak and Hostess may have landed in bankruptcy court, but you can avoid their fate. Here are four tips.
Snooki, 'Housewives' and the Reality of Celebrity Businesses
How 15 minutes of fame can lead to as many problems as opportunities.
When Networking, Vive la Difference?
Both men and women can benefit from better understanding gender-specific communication styles. Consider these tips to start you on your way to success in networking with the opposite sex for your business.
Understanding Google's New Page Layout Algorithm
Where you place ads on your website now matters more than ever.
Does Your Business Know When to Stop Selling?
This week's upcoming 'Shark Tank' episode spotlights the importance of learning one often-overlooked overlooked skill: When to stop selling and close the deal.
Mentors: A Young Entrepreneur's Secret Weapon
Finding a mentor when you're just starting up, can make all the difference. Here are eight tips for finding one.
Tips for Hiring the Best Employees
Follow these suggestions to simplify the interviewing process and help make sure it turns up the best candidates.
Online Sellers Brace for a New Tax Filing Requirement
Some small businesses may need to declare added income on their 2011 returns. Here's what you need to know if do business on eBay or Etsy.
How 'Small Business' and 'Entrepreneur' Fare in State of the Union Addresses
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.
McDonald's Social-Media Lesson: Critics Tweet Back
The hamburger chain admits that its new Twitter campaign, designed to promote the farmers who supply its meat, didn't go exactly as planned.
A Guide for Using Mobile Devices When Traveling Abroad
From roaming fees to pricey data plans, follow these tips to avoid getting a mobile bill that's more expensive than your airfare.
At Grubwithus You Never Have to Dine Alone
Former college buddies find fast-track growth with a business that makes meals more social.
The 10 Ds of Creating a Social Media Use Policy
Every business needs a social media use policy, and here's how to create one.
What the State of the Union Address May Hold for Small Businesses
Here is a rundown of what small business owners and advocates hope to hear from President Obama as he addresses the nation tonight.
Meeting in the Middle: Networking With the Opposite Sex
Men and women approach networking from two different directions, but if you want to build relationships and create opportunities, you need to find common ground.
Which Way Is Best: Relationships First or Business First?
Men often go for the transaction immediately, rather than nurturing networking relationships as women do. Solve this chicken-or-egg conundrum before you embark on your networking efforts.
Starbucks Is Into Them. But What Exactly Are CDFIs?
A quick guide to Community Development Financial Institutions: How they work and whether they can help you get money to start your business.
Why Tony Hsieh Wants to Rehabilitate Sin City
The Zappos.com founder is hoping his bet on Las Vegas will be a win, win for his company and the community.
Three Affordable Ways to Get Celebrities to Promote Your Brand
Hiring a celebrity spokesperson doesn't have to break the bank. Here are three, low-cost ways to involve celebrities in your business.
Gemvara Mines Business Success With Customized Bling
A look at the growth spurt of this design-your-own jewelry company, and how its focus on customization helps it stand out in a crowded market.
For Tech Startups, the U.S. -- Not China -- Is the Place to Launch
For those interested in catering to Chinese customers, it helps to have ties to America.
Five Ways to Tame Your Inbox
These tools that can help any small business gain control of email clutter and become more organized and productive.
This Nurse Wears a Tool Belt
Handywoman Beth Allen launches a company that's part fix-it business and part tool school to help women with home repairs.
Software for Social Media Junkies
Because it's hard to stay off Facebook with willpower alone.
Do Small Businesses Really Need the SBA's Help?
The SBA's Small Business Development Centers serve over 500,000 entrepreneurs a year, but they're still on the budget chopping block.
How Fine Art America Built Its Business by Bootstrapping
Before you even think about asking someone to invest in your business, consider what Sean Broihier of Fine Art America did.
A SOPA About-Face for Members of Congress
Votes on anti-piracy bills are placed on hold in the wake of dramatic online and in-person protests.
What to Consider Before Buying a Franchise
Franchise ownership isn't for everyone, nor is every opportunity a gold mine. Here's a shortlist of what you need to know.
How Badgeville Is Gamifying the Internet
A look at the growth spurt of this tech startup, plus the founders' advice on how you can stay ahead of the curve, too.
Shark Tank vs. Undercover Boss: Which Are You Tivo-ing?
See what's coming up on both shows this season, which kicks off this week.
Small Businesses Feel the Loss of Keystone Pipeline Project
The President's rejection of the Keystone XL Pipeline project will have a dampening effect on a number of small businesses.
How to Avoid a Franchise Fad
Before sinking your money into a hot franchise concept, make sure it's the real deal -- not a dead duck.
What's Hot in Venture Capital in 2012
New York investors make predictions as to which sectors will receive funding in the coming year.
Three Steps to Optimize Your Website For Google's 'Freshness' Update
Small-business owners can capitalize on the latest search-engine change by posting often and commenting on timely topics.
Richard Branson on Strategies for Success (Photos)
A look at the most helpful advice for entrepreneurs from the celebrated billionaire.
Five Painless Ways to Raise Prices this Year
With the economy still so uncooperative, how can you sell customers on a price raise? Here are a few ideas.
NY Tech Entrepreneurs: Stop the SOPA and PIPA Anti-Piracy Bills
Online and in-person, groups protest controversial legislation.
Live Chat with Shark Tank's Daymond John
One of the sharks from ABC's hit entrepreneur reality show answers your questions about pitching, investing and what it's like in the shark tank.
Three Tips for Keeping Business Data Safe on Personal Mobile Devices
Do your employees use their own smartphones and tablets for work? If so, follow these suggestions to keep sensitive business information secure.
Fast-Growing Chegg Aims for High Marks with Students
From homework help to the inside scoop on professors, we examine how this textbook entrepreneur is staying ahead of the curve in the education market.
Why and How to Host a Hackathon
Short on programming talent or ideas? Consider hosting a hackathon.
Puzzle for Policy Makers: How to Increase Gender Equality in Entrepreneurship
The solution for policy makers looking to reduce the longstanding disparity between the sexes may depend largely on why the gap continues.
Why You Should Consider Outsourcing Computer Security
If you aren't equipped to fight a cyber war, you can hire mercenaries who are.Connect with Entrepreneur
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