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Five Great--and Necessary--Marketing MakeoversFrom logos to retail locations, these businesses upped their image from so-so to stunning.
A Historical PerspectiveSome of the most innovative ideas have emerged during times of economic duress.
Special Report: Innovate In a RecessionIf the downturn is hurting your entrepreneurial spirit, we have good news for you: Recessions are historically ripe with opportunity for innovation. Don't believe us? Read on.
Recruiting 2.0How entrepreneurs are using social networking, blogging and other internet tools to hire the best employees
What You Can Learn From...The most valuable business lessons can be found in the places you'd least expect.
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Build a WebsiteMake Your New Site SocialIt's never too early to integrate social networking into your website. In fact, the sooner, the better.
Build Your Brand4 Metrics For Measuring Success4 key metrics can help you determine if your brand-building is working.
College and StartupsCash in on Your NetworkYour business can be up and running before you don a cap and gown if you cash in on your network.
Doing GoodBuilding Up Teams--and CommunitiesThese entrepreneurs help companies become teams, and they make it easy to give back.
Employee XYou Lost Me at HelloYou may be in the interviewer's seat, but keep in mind that you need to make a good first impression, too.
Finance for StartupsWhere the Money isRaising money in a recession is beyond difficult. Look in these places, because getting started now is a great idea.
Franchise105 Fastest-Growing FranchisesNot all of the names may be familiar, but these franchise systems are growing and looking for franchisees.
Franchise InkThe New (Read: Fun) Face of CoffeeBiggby Coffee founder Bob Fish believes in management by walking around. And it's working.
Going ForwardStay Connected AbroadKnow your communications options when you travel.
New Lingo You Should KnowBusiness vocabulary keeps growing. Here's a primer on the latest terminology.
Tech and The CityWall Street may be taking its lumps, but tech is flourishing in the Big Apple.
Do Marketing Counterstrikes Work?It's tempting to answer a competitor's ad campaign, but stick to what makes you unique.
The "Unblinging" Of MillennialsThe generation is affected by current conditions, but members will stay true to their characteristics.
DNA: The Next Dotcom?The barriers to entry are daunting, but the DNA market provides opportunities.
How ToGenerate Buzz about Your BusinessSometimes buzz happens. Most times, however, you need to create it.
Lead StrongRethinking CEO SalariesPay-for-performance structures are enjoying a resurgence.
Make the SalePutting Ideas into ActionWhen learning and action are working in unison, they create the opportunity for sales success.
Money DepartmentYear of the BootstrapperHere are some tips for growing without an external cash infusion.
Guide Your Company to a Great SaleSelling to a larger company is now the way to go. Know how to guide your company to a great sale.
Need Venture Capital? Try EuropeThe VC community overseas is smaller than the U.S., but it is looking for U.S.-based companies.
OpportunitesAthlete Sees Potential in Sport ClipsA former football player never envisioned owning a men's hair salon. But now he's glad he does.
Personal FinanceLiquid Assets Keep the Credit FlowingEntrepreneurs with asset liquidity will be able to get loans in a tough environment.
Start It UpDealing with a PR DisasterEspecially at startup, negative PR can be bad. Find out how to handle it before it does any damage.
3 Steps to Being Green from the Get-GoHere are three steps entrepreneurs can take to have sustainable practices from the get-go.
Outsourcing vs. Doing It YourselfWhen starting a business, it's important to know when to hold tight and when to let go.
Straight TalkThe Art of AlliancesLook for three factors before making a decision on a new ally.
Tech DepartmentAndroid Lands on T-Mobile HandheldA partnership with Google may pay off for late-to-the-3G-game T-Mobile.
Google Shines with ChromeThe search giant debuts its own browser.
Top-Tier LaptopsFour companies have new-and-improved laptops for biz owners.
Ten10 Ways to Run a Risky BusinessCyndee Sugra, 30, started her digital design and marketing firm, Studio 7 Media (studio7media.com), in the middle of the dotcom crash. Last year, her Los Angeles-based company hit sales of $8 million.
The InnovatorsPower RangersThey're just your average tech moguls--saving the world, one power strip at a time.
The Success CoachGet Team-FocusedLet your employees, contractors and consultants know your success is their success.
VC InsiderVC or Angel Money?Don't blow a financing opportunity by approaching the wrong source.
Web DepartmentTake Your Video ViralPotential viewers: millions. Potential cost: next to nothing. Online videos are worth a look.
Lingo for Thriving in a Web EconomyThe language of technology moves as fast as the technology itself. Here's a roundup of the latest terms.
Web 2.0 Payment AppsWhether it's payment options or collaboration that's on your mind, we've got you covered.
Wise GuyTop 9 Lies of Venture CapitalistsGuy Kawasaki offers a look at the meanings behind what VCs say.