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Features
How Twitter is Revolutionizing BusinessThe buzzed-about social media platform presents a direct channel to customers, a launching pad for new projects and a sounding board for innovation.
The Entrepreneur EconomyWhile the corporate world struggles to find its footing, entrepreneurs are stepping up with new ideas.
Work Less (It's Good for Business)Doctors told Brett Schklar to slow down--or else. That's when he started his own company and learned that paying more attention to life off the job made him much better on it.
When the Little Guy Goes BigTurning a small business into a franchise can look like a good idea in this economy. Here's how to figure out if it actually is.
Franchise TrendsThe leading franchise categories poised for growth in the coming year.
Editor's Note: Why Entrepreneurs Own 2010Entrepreneurs have long anchored the economy of this country.
Columns
Doing GoodThe Giving VineThrough cause marketing OneHope is working to improve many lives.
Employee X vs. Employer XCandid Talk About Performance EvaluationsIt's evaluation season--does any topic spark more debate between employees and managers?
Franchise InkMr. ProtectionBoats, buildings, cars, hay bales: Mike Enos wraps them all.
OpportunitiesBlinkin' BrilliantHow one man's half decorated house led to a holiday business that's now surging.
Personal FinanceWhat a Little Giving Can Get YouIn the spirit of the season, our gift to you: 4 ways to give a little--and get a little back.
Sales TalkKeep Your Cards to Yourself4 ways to build your reputation and expand your network--without business cards.
Departments
Going ForwardThe New Status Symbol: Four DoorsCars with four doors and racecar DNA are the rage among high-end automakers.
He's Really Big This YearRecession? What recession? Not for professional Santas.
Conventioneers. Remember Them?Planning a convention or meeting in these post-AIG times.
Business Unusual: The Tailgater in Your Living RoomWhat if there was a service to match rabid sports fans with home owners across the country?
MoneyA New Approach With the Old GuardTo reinvent direct mail, Zumboz brought in a veteran who delivered $8 million in big-name investment.
A Small Business Bailout--MaybeARC loans are only available to businesses that meet very strict criteria.
Start It UpDearly Beloved, Please Send CashA Pao Alto company found a new way to raise venture capital: Get married.
Putting School to WorkLong walks in high heels inspired two women to create something easier on the feet--with a little help from their university.
A New Year, a New StrategyIt's not all bad news on the financing front. Here are the top trends for 2010 and how to make the most of them.
TechShiny Object of the Month: Even for Keyboards, Thin is inThe Mobile Keyboard 6000 is a svelte sensation.
The Importance of ITStudy shows small businesses plan to keep spending on hardware and software.
Can't Live With/Can't Live Without: Skype for BusinessSkype lets you call, instant message, video call and conference with one piece of software at essentially no cost.
Attack of the AndroidsAn iPhone app that'll let you write and edit Word documents and Excel spreadsheets, plus Android smartphones.
WebThe Way of the Webinar When the popular online education platform works--and when it doesn't.
Where the Connected Get Clued InMashable.com went from social media tracker to sensation in its own right.
Bring Your Marketing Message to LifeOnline video is easy and inexpensive. Use it to get the word out.
Content is King, but Does it Ka-ching?Good content converts prospects into leads. Here are 5 ways to turn visitors into customers.
Really Simple SuccessContent syndication via RSS is an easy and inexpensive way to drive more traffic to your site.