September 1997

E-mail Etiquette
Minding your manners when using e-mail pays off.
It's A Wrap
This fall, kids could turn the new cartoon series "Mummies Alive" into a licensee's dream.
Ask Me Anything
Answers to the most frequently asked patent questions.
The Front Lines
Catching up on news that affects homebased business owners.

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New And Improved
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Jet Set
Need a more convenient way to fly? Share the ownership of a jet.
Big Deal
Landing the sole distribution rights for a foreign product.
Get The Bugs Out
Cure your computer's ills with anti-virus software.
Branching Out
Network computers offer a low-cost solution to your growing high-tech needs.
Locals Only
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Survival Of The Fittest
Small manufacturers adapt to today's evolving markets.
In Season
Does your business suffer from seasonal slumps? Turn it to your advantage.
How To Build A Million-Dollar Business
Six hall-of-fame entrepreneurs tell how they did it--and how you can, too.
The Adams Principle
Dilbert creator expounds on how <i>not</i> to treat your employees.
A Real Toy Story
From wild-haired troll dolls to nostalgic teddy bears, Russ Berrie has the gift market all wrapped up.
Trend Watch
Home Suite Home
Have Business Will Travel
Getting the biggest bang for your business-travel buck.
Financing Your Franchise
Use these resources to gather the capital to get started.
Online Banking
Use this new technology, and leave long bank lines behind.
Unlocking The Door To Success
Take a shortcut to start-up by buying a turnkey business.
Tricks Of The Trade
Become an expert before becoming a business owner.
Budget Basics
Why your new business needs a formal budget from day one.
Who Are You?
Create a strong brand identity to make sure everyone knows.
Getting A Life
One entrepreneur's tale of trying to have it all.
Full Circle
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The New Frontier
Franchising makes inroads worldwide.
Fire Starters
Want to capture readers' attention? Simple: Host a sales explosion.
To Your Health
Two bills offer a solution to businesses that can't afford standard health insurance.
Test Flight
Woo new customers with a pilot project.
Money Talks
Endless market potential gives ESL entrepreneurs something to talk about.
Homemade And Hot
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Southwest
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Share The Wealth
Think the world of profit-sharing plans begins and ends with the 401(k)? Think again.
Bow Regards
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Tech It To The Streets
Technology zones are taking the country by storm.
Cutting The Cord
A look at digital cordless phones.
Off The Clock
Need an attorney? New fee structures offer alternatives to the billable hour.
Harvest Time
How to reap maximum benefits from a slow-growing product.
Creating a Strategic Plan for Growth
Before focusing on succession, develop a strategic plan for growing the company.
Hire Power
How to find the best employees in today's dwindling market.
Inspiration Points
Unmotivated employees could cost you your business.
Playing To Win
Get into the college tuition game now--or you could lose later.
Fortune Telling
Putting together financial projections that attract investors
Clean Machines
Anti-virus software is McAfee Associates' stock in trade.
Growing Up
A keen eye for small up-and-comers got this fund top marks from Morningstar.
Golden Touch
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Double Trouble
A new IRS proposal could mean more red tape--and higher taxes--for your partnership.
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