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Phenomenal growth and market leadership always attracts a lot of attention and provides some great lessons for entrepreneurs. More so, when that growth turns south and leadership turns into "also-ran."

I, recently, read "Losing the Signal," the story behind the tumultuous rise and fal Read More

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration just released a new guide that should help small farmers understand regulations and exemptions surrounding the Food Safety Modernization Act’s produce safety rule.
The guide, which you can access (PDF) right on the FDA’s website, includes 35 pages on the rule, Read More

Podcasts provide a wealth of information on a variety of topics. When it comes to business, a growing number of entrepreneurs and executives are turning to podcasts as a useful source for new insights and tips. With so many business podcasts out there, having enough time to weed through them and id Read More

According to a recent NPR/Edison Research study of smart speaker owners, 42 percent of people surveyed say it has become essential to their everyday lives, 47 percent say they use it more now than they did when they first got it, and 65 percent say they wouldn’t go back to life without them. And of Read More

When you’re just starting a business, having some help in the form of education, training and even financing can provide a huge boost. This week, Goldman Sachs announced a new investment in the Baltimore small business community that could give businesses that essential boost early on.
You can rea Read More

Businesses along the Gulf Coast are still in the midst of recovery efforts after Harvey. But another storm is already poised to have a similar impact on residents and businesses in Florida. For the businesses that have been impacted by Harvey or are potentially facing effects from Irma, the first p Read More

Smart Collaboration: How Professionals and Their Firms Succeed by Breaking Down Silos is dedicated to service firms that exist in the knowledge economy encountering the complex problems of a VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Anonymous) world. The book gives leaders of these firms two options, Read More

Want to be a millionaire? Who doesn’t, right?
Well, if you believe in emulating those who are successful, this infographic that explores the habits of famous business millionaires may be a good place to start.
Titled, “9 Effective Habits of Millionaires to Adopt Now,” the infographic by Beat The Read More

Once you’ve set up your business and created a product or service to sell, it’s time for you to create a marketing plan. A lot goes into building such a plan. But members of the online small business community can lend some helpful insights. Here are some tips you can use to market your small busin Read More

Here is a look at some of alternative financing methods that are well worth considering as options beyond mainstream financial institutions. Read More