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The Irony of the Safe Bet
Michael Kahan became a successful entrepreneur after walking away from a 10-year career on Wall Street.

Summit Series: Connecting Young Entrepreneurs
Elliot Bisnow created a networking event to bring together young captains-of-industry.

More Than Just a Number
Jennifer Walzer was young, fearless and fed up when she launched Backup My Info!

The Union of Town and Gown
To block brain drain and enrich economies, more universities are linking up in creative entrepreneurial initiatives.

Generation Success
These young visionaries turned great ideas into multi-million-dollar businesses.

Profits for a Better World
Socially responsible young entrepreneurs are creating for-profit businesses to enact social change.

Virtual Success
Teens bypass after-school jobs for virtual world businesses where the money earned and the skills learned are real.

Early to Rise
Young entrepreneurs are banking on their tech savvy for startup success.

Teen Business Sites
Need help starting your own business? Don't go it alone. These sites can help.

Get Your After-School Business Started!
Not willing to go the minimum-wage route? Start your own business, and learn what it's like to be your own boss.

9 Ideas for Teen Businesses
If you want to earn your own money, but are too young to take a part-time job or would prefer to be your own boss, these ideas will help you get a business started.

Leader of the Pack
Always the first to spot a trend on campus? Now be the first to profit from it, too.

The Million-Dollar Home Page
From the "Why didn't I think of that?" file: Learn how this 21-year-old entrepreneur made more than $1 million in five months.

Student Services
Providing services for fellow students can be a very smart business move.

Inside Job
Turn a little style into a lot of profit by trying your hand at dorm room design.

Getting No Respect?
You're still a student, but by being polished, poised and professional, you can get the respect you deserve as an entrepreneur.

Overcoming Obstacles to Reach Your Goals
If you're smart, you'll take to heart these business and life lessons from a fellow teen entrepreneur.

Find a Niche . . . Create a Business
These teens prove that there are still good business ideas out there.

Conversations With a Teen Entrepreneur
Ben Cathers shares his tips and tactics for successfully marketing your business.

What Is Success?
The answer, at least for one young entrepreneur, may surprise you.

How Can You Become a Young Millionaire?
Find out from author and young entrepreneur Jennifer Kushell, who explains how to get everything you want without waiting a lifetime.

How Do I Get the Word Out?
Simple yet effective strategies to help you attract prospects without spending a bundle

No One Takes Me Seriously!
Got potential clients scoffing at you because of your age? Here's how to have the last laugh.

Should I Hire My Friends for My Business?
Becoming an employer is a strenuous, paperwork-filled process. Understand the requirements before you dive in.

How Should I Protect My New Partnership?
You may have been best friends forever, but you should still protect yourself legally when you're starting a business with a friend.

How Do I Write a Business Plan?
Behind every good business is a good business plan. Here are the 6 essentials.

How to Start a Jewelry Business
Knowing how to make jewelry isn't enough--you need to know how to sell your pieces, too.

How Do I Take Calls During the Day?
How to make sure you don't miss any calls, even while you're at school

My Mom Doesn't Understand!
How do I convince my skeptical mom that I can start a business?

Putting School to Work
Long walks in high heels inspired two women to create something easier on the feet--with a little help from their university.