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Building a Business

The Art and Craft of Listening to Your Critics

Scathing feedback from experts is a staple of many a reality TV show. More business owners could benefit from hearing the brutal truth -- if they act on it.

By Carol Tice

Building a Business

Why Congress Shouldn’t Fund Business Incubators (Opinion)

Before spending money on business incubators, Congress should first figure out whether we really need more in the U.S. and whether they actually help create jobs.

By Scott Shane

Building a Business

Finding the Right Mentor to Help Grow Your Business

A look at how advisors can help you more than any business book ever could.

By Brad Sugars

Building a Business

A Good Mentor Will Tell It Like It Is

For many new businesses, finding the right advisor can make all the difference. Here are five qualities to seek in an ideal mentor.

By Martin Zwilling

Building a Business

The Four People You Need on Your Team

Forget fantasy sports. This is the real-life team you should have in place for your business to thrive.

By Gwen Moran

Building a Business

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.

By Adam Toren

Building a Business

Editor’s Note: Entrepreneurs and Defining an Era

The vision and actions of entrepreneurs are changing the world. And you're a part of it.

By Amy Cosper

Building a Business

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.

By Carol Tice

Brick & Mortar

Will 2012 Be the Year You Start a New Business?

There are some advantages to starting a new business in a downturn. On the reality-TV show Jump Shipp, host Josh Shipp helps would-be entrepreneurs take the plunge.

By Carol Tice

Building a Business

A Complete Resource Guide to Start a Business in 2012

Use this list of free -- or almost free -- tools to turn your business idea into a reality in the new year.

By Catherine Clifford

Building a Business

Startup Initiatives Sprout from Global Entrepreneurship Week

Here is a look at some of the programs that will keep startups growing in the months to come.

By Carol Tice

Building a Business

Three Steps to Finding a Business Mentor

Here's how to meet an experienced startup advisor and maximize the relationship.

By David Cohen

Business Accounting

Five Resources for Turning Vets into Entrepreneurs

For the men and women of the U.S. military, starting a business in this economy can be tricky. Here are the government programs that aim to help veterans strike out on their own.

By Diana Ransom

Building a Business

Who Counts As an Entrepreneur? (Opinion)

Estimates of the number of entrepreneurs in the U.S. vary widely. If you want a more precise number, we'll need a definition of the word that everyone agrees on.

By Scott Shane

Online Presence

Five Keys to Building a Successful Gaming Company

Starting up a gaming company can be complex. Here are some tips that Row Sham Bow CEO learned to stay focused.

By Mikal E. Belicove

Building a Business

How Veteran Franchise Centers Helps Veterans Follow Their Entrepreneurial Dream

Lonnie Helgerson has headed up Ident-A-Kid, Expetec and Computer Doctor, but he's also a veteran of the U.S. Army. Helgerson's latest company combines his knowledge of both worlds.

By Tracy Stapp Herold

Building a Business

Five Steps for Finding an Ideal Mentor

Here's how to nab the right mentor and get the most out of the relationship. Plus, five resources to help you start your search.

By Jennifer Wang

Building a Business

The Startup Visa: a Boost for Small Business?

Proposed legislation could make it easier for entrepreneurs from other countries to start their businesses in the U.S.

By Gwen Moran

Thought Leaders

Top 10 Graduate Programs 2010

The Princeton Review evaluates the best entrepreneurship programs in the U.S. in its annual ranking. Here's a look at the top 10 graduate programs.

Thought Leaders

Top 10 Undergraduate Programs 2010

The Princeton Review evaluates the best entrepreneurship programs in the U.S. in its annual ranking. Here's a look at the top 10 graduate programs.

Building a Business

Best in Class

The Princeton Review compared more than 2,000 institutions, and now its annual ranking names the 50 best for entrepreneurs.

By Jason Meyers