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Sweet and LowYou can start for less than $10K. Here are 10 hot businesses that won't break the bank.
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Been ThereMachines Of Loving GraceHow one company made it through its "tech overload" phase
Biz 1013-2-1 ContactEvaluating the best ways to stay in touch with your customers, staff and vendors
Show 'Em What You Got10 tips for getting the most out of exhibiting at a trade show
BizScenePedal PushersRead how these entrepreneurs are pursuing their dreams of owning bicycle touring companies.
Death Becomes YouCompanies that have found success with death-related products
Sugar HighProfile of one candy-loving entrepreneur
To The CoreA look at successful Gen X entrepreneurs who have found time for socially responsible commitments
GutsIt Was A Dark And Stormy NightWhen it seems as if your only option is to close up shop and get a "real job", here's how to persevere.
Hot TipsPut It In Its PlaceKeep your business strong by following these tips for creating a productive work environment.
House RulesGet Outta TownGuidelines for taking a vacation when you're a homebased business owner
MoneyJust For The Fund Of ItWhere can you turn if you can't get money from family and friends, your local bank or a business incubator? Here's where to go.
"C" Your Way Through ItPart 2: Important elements lenders look at before they hand over the cash
Gimme My MoneySteps you can take to collect on past due accounts receivable
At Your Own RiskReview of
Low Risk, High Reward: Starting and Growing a Business with Minimal RiskPlay HardCheap ThrillRadical Rider virtual snowboarding game
Potent PotablePearl Vodka
Whet Your WhistleSoWhet.com food-oriented monthly e-zine
SecretsParty On, WayneHow to throw a business party that has people talking for months
SellOde To CreativityNeed visibility for your product or service? Here are a few high-impact strategies.
Think Big
Gen TechRead All About ItProfile of online publisher Nerve.com Inc.
Knowledge Is PowerProfile of educational software company Blackboard Inc.
Hot BizKeep Your CoolStart your own teen clothing and accessories business.
InnovationsToy With ItAdvice from an experienced toy inventor about coming up with and developing your ideas
OpportunityI'm MeltingMorrone's Italian Ices and Homemade Ice Cream franchise
Go SouthwestQdoba Mexican food franchise
Smart IdeasYou Eating OK?Profile of a company that creates care packages to send to relatives, friends and business associates
Chic StreakMultimedia company teaches women about financial planning and investment
Wired World
E-BizSecurity GuardsThe latest developments in e-business security
GearTime To Get A WatchTimex BeepwearPRO watch that's a phone, pager, and PDA all in one
Wise BuysViva Las LasersLow-priced laser printer can handle most small-office tasks.