Entrepreneur's StartUps: October 2006

Word From the Wise
There's a lot to learn on the road to the top. Here, 5 highly successful entrepreneurs reveal what the journey has taught them.

Perfect Match
Owning a franchise or business opportunity is within your reach--it's just a matter of finding the right one.

Ready to Roll
Here is your chance to dive in and start your own business today.



Biz 101
What's the Big Idea?
If you’ve got a fab product but need help selling it, look into licensing.

The Secret Ingredient
An expert reveals why some restaurants take off and others fall flat.

Outta Site!
You’ve got business issues? We’ve got websites that can help.

When Word Gets Out...
Your customers are your best marketers.

Flying Solo
Think your biz will never succeed if you go it alone? Think again.

From the Inside Out
Before you launch, get to know your industry like the back of your hand.

Keep It Down
Control your startup costs with a few simple measures.

Go Go Gadget
Entrepreneurs reveal their fave tech toys for on-the-go productivity.

Hot Biz
Exchange Expert
Are you a stellar eBay seller? Consider using your expertise for a profit.

House Calls
Suit Up to Sell
Ready to jump into a retail biz? Make sure you have the proper permits first.

Launch Pad
Pajama Party
Women nationwide are grabbing up this designer’s flirty sleepwear.

Legal Q&A
Lease Is Always More
That retail lease may seem simple, but there could be more to it than meets the eye.

Mom Biz
Maternal Instinct
Mompreneurs have the skills it takes to raise kids—-and new businesses.

Money Matters
Come Together
Want to buy a successful business—and keep it going strong? An earn-out agreement puts you and the former owner in the same corner.

Opportunities
Hammer Time
A franchisee trades a career in software for a career in hardware.

Mission to Design
An Army vet returns home to launch an interior decorating franchise.

Sales & Marketing
On Target
Time is money, so don’t waste yours. Focus on the prospects most likely to pay off.

Second Act
Take Care
When it comes to medical coverage, are there any healthy choices for entrepreneurs?

Smart Ideas
Under Cover
Sticks and stones may break your bones, but thanks to one entrepreneur, they can’t hurt your gadgets.

Good Measure
Ceramic measuring bowls for portion-control dieters.

Action Fashion
Sports gear for the over-40 crowd.

Success Coach
Lots on Your Plate?
Balancing your entrepreneurial duties is tough, but you can channel your stress into action.

Tech Talk
Grow Like the Pros
Smooth the road to expansion with these tools.