Cover Story
Hold 'EmThere are two ways to get outside cash into your business. Take a look at two entrepreneurs balancing the eternal choice between selling equity and borrowing.
Features
Money In The BankCheck out over 600 entrepreneur-friendly banks.
Get Outta HereFor tax breaks and investment opportunities, sometimes you just have to leave the country.
In Good ForumYou need tons of money. You have no financial contacts. Where can you turn? Many entrepreneurs have found what they need in venture forums.
Wrong Side of the NetThere aren't any sirens in the night, but the Web does have its seedy underbelly. Protect yourself from the grifters, the scammers and the crooks.
Columns
Bright IdeasWho Needs ‘Em?Traditional retailers are no longer the only game in town.
Here’s Your ChanceInventors go toy-to-toy for development dollars.
Just Do ItPutting off applying for that patent? You may regret it later.
BuzzHome AgainTo sell in the new century, learn how people will live.
GlobalCzech ListDoing business with Eastern Europe
Hot SeatTrial By Free MarketEx-Coca-Cola-exec Sergio Zyman on marketing success…and New Coke.
PulseHula-Hoop It UpWelcome to the world of Internet phenomena, where you actually want to hear the words "Oh, it's just a fad."
They Like you!But how can you use workers' newfound love for their employers to your advantage?
Book 'EmReview of e-Personal Finance
PostscriptsWhere are they now?
RecomputeDon't know what to do with that old 486 clunker in the corner of the office? You don't have to trash it. Here are some suggestions.
Keep It UpJugglers multitask faster'n greased lightnin' and feel the weight o' the world on their shoulders.
TravelHigh-Wired ActThe latest technology promises to beat the boredom of your next flight.
Road NotesDeals from Delta Air Lines and Hertz
Business & PleasureDoing business in Sonoma, California
WomenA New GapGender gap this, gender gap that--what about the gap between older and younger business owners?
FYI
Beating The OddsThe Paper TrailNo one invested...they went years without making a profit. Was this publishing duo's path pigheaded or visionary?
Bulletin BoardChicagoCollege students offer free help and expertise to local businesses.
New World BarterA creative alternative for cash-strapped entrepreneurs
Import/ExportNew Web site helps entrepreneurs take their businesses global.
Current EventsSocial Security news you can use
Trade ShowsTrade ShowsMark your calendar
Management
Capitol IssuesSomething VenturedEncourage SBICs and you encourage small-business growth.
In Other News...Updates on small-business legislation
Cutting EdgeThe Voices In Your HeadThey're saying things--some good, some bad. Timothy Gallwey teaches people to listen to the right ones.
Family BusinessWhen Egos CollideDon't let sparring egos tear the family business apart.
InsuranceWhat’s The Damage?Adding disability coverage to your benefits package
LegalDead Man’s CurveCell phones can turn any road into a Jan & Dean song.
Management SmartsUnder Lock And KeyEmployees know secrets their former bosses don't want them sharing.
Multi-RacingCensus 2000 could make EEOC compliance more difficult.
Web SiteThe latest news and updates on employee benefits
Staff SmartsTake A Hike…or maybe just go outside for a while. Whatever you do, don't drag your staff into that old meeting room for even one more of the stuffy same ol'.
Your BusinessYoung (Hired) GunsTeen workers: They're fast, strong and practically begging to get out of the house for a few hours.
Do The Laundry, Walk The DogOk, they won't do that, but virtual assistants can help you with administrative tasks.
FraudbustersCops handle the crime, but forensic accountants figure out the damage done.
Marketing
Advertising WorkshopNo Muse, No Fuse!Wanna' sell units? Make ads that promise to whisk away life's more odious tasks.
Fast PitchCampaign Ready?Ok, your new advertising looks great. But how will you ensure its success?
Marketing SmartsThat’s OutrageousA dash of good humor and a pinch of zany can be all it takes.
Say What?Winning over customers is tough—especially when you don't make any sense.
FlashNew idea for a promotional giveaway
Real DealFollow Your NOsDisagreeing without being disagreeable
Sales SuccessJust AskKnowing the right questions to ask can be as powerful as any sales technique.
Money
Ask the RainmakerTight-Lipped BanksAre SBA loans a big secret?
The Franchise AdvantagePros and cons of franchises
FundsModel BehaviorChanging with the times to get the right blend of bonds, cash and stocks
Money SmartsCorporate CollateralYou need money. Big companies have money. Here's how to get it.
Web SiteSite helps hook-up businesses needing money with big-name lenders
Raising MoneyYour Butt on the LineHate to burst your balloon, but you'll have to risk your money to raise money.
Tax TalkDiscover The Secrets Of AuditorsNew guides help you keep the tax man away—for good.
Discover the Secrets of Auditors, Part 2New guides help you keep the tax man away--for good.
Opportunity Spotlight
Biz 101There Has to Be Another WayEven if loans and venture capital are out of the question, you're not even halfway down your list of options.
The Road Most TraveledBank loans too few, too hard, too much trouble? Maybe not.
First StepsFollow Your Inner BrownieAdvisors are helpful...but so is listening to your gut.
Your Public FacePutting together a media kit that gets results
Room To GrowDesign an office with space for PC and phone systems to expand and avoid your own TECH-tanic.
Franchise FocusFilm StarsCrestcom franchisees use video and live presentation to bring management training to life.
OpportunitiesBright Lights, Big CityAn opportunity written in the stars
A Model For SuccessFranchisees strike a pose with their new combo store.
What's NewFranchise update on Kinderdance International Inc.
Oldies But GoodiesGetting back to their roots raises profits for A&W franchisees.
To Their CreditAlphaGraphics franchisees learn by doing.
Future SpeakA look at franchising in the new millenium
What's Your Problem?Prepare For LiftoffI need guidance getting my product to a manufacturer.
Specifically SpeakingDo I need to niche or no?
Tech
Buyer's GuidePalmtop PorridgeThis Palm Pilot's too small, this laptop's too big—but a Jupiter is juuuuuuust right.
ConnectionsThe Wireless WebIf you're waiting for WAP, don't hold your breath.
Making A SplashFixed wireless services test the waters.
Wacky Over WirelessUpdate on wireless phone sales
Hot DisksFree For AllThe Internet has made shareware the computer enthusiast's hottest commodity. Don't you think it's time to cash in on these near-free utilities?
Wise BuysReviews of Office Domain's AnswerASAP call-forwarding service and Cybermatrix Pro Sched appointment scheduling software
Net ProfitsGetting In PrintEyeballs don't spend all day staring at monitors. It's e-marketing time for catalogs, posters and mailings.
Wise BuysReviews of eCongo turnkey e-commerce service, Nexternal Solution's e-commerce shopping cart system, and SmartAge.com's suite of e-commerce services
Tech SmartsIt’s In The AirLaptops and palmtops talking without wires? It's Bluetooth inside.
Flat Monitor SocietyThey're not just for the exorbitantly rich anymore.
ToolsHub-A-Dub-DubADS Technologies' USB to Ethernet Networking Starter Kit
Test DriveLaCie's PocketDrive external hard drive
Just Play ItTEAC America 24X PortaCD external CD-ROM
Switch In TimeCybex Switch ViewOSD KVM switch server controller
Behind The WheelJABRA EarSet for Cellular, PCS and Mobile Phones
WebSearch PartyNew tools to find what you need
To MarketWhere to click to keep tabs on that IPO
Fast FactsInternet and technology statistics
It FiguresBusiness, economic and social information for countries worldwide
List ServiceLinks to hundreds of useful lists that have appeared in magazines and newpapers over the past year
Name CallingSite that helps you select a company name be telling you what's available and what's not
Privacy PlusWeb site analyzes the privacy of your Web browser