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While tech security experts and law enforcement report that cyber-criminals are increasingly focusing on small businesses, entrepreneurs don’t agree. In October, authorities in the Ukraine arrested five people who allegedly stole $70 million from U.S. bank accounts by targeting small and midsized b Read More

It’s that time of year…time when an entrepreneur’s thoughts turn to year-end tax planning. And that’s a good time to think about your business’s accountant. Do you have one? If you’re still doing your own books or taxes, it’s time to reconsider. A good accountant can quickly recoup the money you sp Read More

How do you start to differentiate your small business brand vs. your competition?  Connie Steele describes how to use "emotional benefits" versus "functional benefits" to take your small business up a notch. Read More

10 tips from Terry Starbucker on being a positive leader in 2011. The biggest takeaway? Try Leadership Zen in 2011. Read More

Lawmakers are pondering legislation that would require a “do-not-track” function in Web browsers that would let consumers opt out of having their data collected by Internet companies. The idea is based on the success of the do-not-call registry, which enables consumers to block unwanted calls from Read More

Restaurant owners have had a challenging few years. Are things looking up for 2011? Foodservice research and consulting firm Technomic recently released its 11 top trends for the coming year.
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By Rieva Lesonsky It’s that time of year when your loved ones are making their holiday gift lists and hinting (or outright asking) to find out what you’d like to receive. Is it OK if your answer is “Financing”? Read More

Tomorrow at 1 pm EST, Terry Starbucker @starbucker will give tips for how you can become a more effective leader for your small biz. Here are 3 reasons this chat shouldn't be missed. Read More

By Maria Valdez Haubrich Despite the recession, government contracting has continued to be a lucrative business for small companies that are capable of providing products and services the government needs. But becoming a prime contractor to the government can be complex and confusing, with lots of Read More

By Rieva Lesonsky As a small business owner, you may not think of yourself as a trend-watcher. Truth be told, spotting trends is a key ability small business owners must possess. Whether you’re starting a new business or growing your existing one, you need to know what products and services are hot Read More