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In a followup to Tony Johnston's great link here' another video, this one from consultant Robert Nizza at Expert Village, about the process to go through and where to find help when selling a business. Some similar pieces of advice can be seen here but one important point that sticks out for me is Nizza's recommendation that business owners det Read More

Two years in to the "Great Recession" small businesses continue to face a credit crunch even if they're profitable and pay their bills on time. Read this story from Reuters about how small business continues to have trouble getting the financing necessary to operate or grow and how this trend could impact the speed of the economic recovery or p Read More

Older entrepreneurs are increasingly seeking second careers with franchises. This article from Reuters looks at the trend of older workers laid off or taking buyouts as a result of downsizing or mergers who, having difficulty finding work, strike out on their own as franchise owners. Many, says the article, have greater experience and resources th Read More

Some of the 18 top industries in which to start a business from Inc.com may include sectors that might not instantly come to mind. They might also be topics a perspective entrepreneur might not immediately consider when thinking of the best business to start. Follow the slide show for a closeup look at each and consider whether the talents or reso Read More

Key questions and answers for small business beginners. The devil is not always in the details! This is a great article to remind all entrepreneurs to leave no stone unturned when it comes to any aspect of your business and to keep focused on your long and short term goals... Read More

In challenging economic times it's best to play it close to the vest. You can become your own boss on a budget by using your talent and creativity to bootstrap your business right to the top. This up-to-date list will inspire and enlighten... Read More

Considering a change? Want to start your own business? Check out this loaded list of the best home based businesses to pursue in this rough economy so you can start working towards your goal today... Read More

Here are some tips for small to medium sized business seeking to become involved with overseas markets particularly in India. Phil Bolton, publisher of GlobalAtlanta, speaks with Ani Agnihotri, founder and managing partner of U.S.-India Business and Research Center, about what small to medium sized business seeking either to work with Indian compa Read More

From Ian D. Smith of Portfolio Partnership, here is an article on leadership of small to medium sized businesses. The article includes 24 varied pieces of advice for what Smith describes as the lonely business of piloting an SMB through perilous economic times. Hey, managers and experts out there. Have any thoughts or advice to add. We;d love to h Read More

Here from Christopher M. Knight's Top 7 Business blog are seven tips for growing your small to medium sized business. Whether you are a bootstrapper a small business person or another entrepreneur starting up or the president of a small to medium sized business already looking at the possibility of growth, these tips should prove valuable when th Read More