March 2013
How Mail-Order Chickens Became a Multimillion-Dollar Venture
A husband and wife tap into the urban-farmer trend and build a $2 million operation.
How 2 Businesses Stumbled Upon Franchising as the Key to Growth
A doggie daycare business and a cloth diaper service find that expanding their horizons was the path to success.
The Triple Bottom Line Goal of Sustainable Businesses
A profitable startup that can make the world a better place? It's a win-win.
The Benefits of Unconventional Hiring Practices
Why Aaron Muderick believes hiring more than 500 special needs employees is good for business.
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How an Endurance Coach Helped Change Running Shoes
Running expert Eric Orton developed a new shoe to help athletes put their best foot forward.
How a Group of Friends Made a Dent the $6 Billion Bike Industry
Childhood pals find big profits in stripped-down bicycles with their company Pure Fix Cycles.
How a Coffee Franchise With Russian Roots Made it in the U.S.
The story of two brothers who brought Soviet inspired coffeehouses to the U.S.
227 Franchise Opportunities For Less Than $50,000
Franchise opportunities in almost every industry imaginable, from automotive services to food to senior care -- and all of them can be started for less $50,000.
Common Franchise Terms Explained
Before you look into the benefits of opening your own franchise, it helps to know the terminology. We put together this cheat sheet of the most common -- and most important -- words you'll need to understand.
How to Stop Making Excuses and Run With Your Business Idea
There will never be a "perfect" time to start your business, so why not start now?
Startup Snapshot: Oklahoma City
A look at a surprising startup city, plus three other locations to keep your eye on.
How to Spread the Word Through Content Marketing
Five tips for getting your online content marketing message right.
How to Build an Advisory Board
Why you should consider building an advisory team alongside your business plan -- and how to get started.
Can You Afford to Quit Your Day Job?
How to determine if you can afford to work on your startup full-time.
Maintaining Your Startup's Focus
Too many passions can derail you. Find one that sticks.
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