National Small Business Week: Page 8

Growing a Business

New SBA Chief Jumps Into the Red Zone, Taking On the Infamous Disaster Loan Program

Maria Contreras-Sweet was sworn into office just over two months ago and her very first concern was tackling one of the Small Business Administration's major sore spots.

Thought Leaders

31 Tips for Perfecting Your Productivity

Being a small-business owner often requires superhuman levels of efficiency. Here's a slate of productivity tips from leading entrepreneurs around the country.

Business Ideas

The Top 10 Small Business Bets, Post-Recession and Next Recession

Industries that perform well in the midst of economic uncertainty do just fine in good times, too.

Growing a Business

Managing People Is an Art: 32 Ways to Do it Right.

Some of the small-business owners honored during National Small Business Week share their best strategies for running a cohesive and efficient staff.

Resumes & Interviewing

Calling All Vets: How to Transition From Military Service to Entrepreneurship

While veteran entrepreneurs contribute $1.2 trillion to the economy annually, the transition from military service to civilian life can be fraught with challenges.

Growing a Business

30 Secrets to Hiring the Right People

Entrepreneur.com reached out to the honorees of National Small Business Week and asked them to share their best advice for hiring quality employees.

Starting a Business

Don't Just Embrace Failure -- Learn How to Manage It

How you face failure can define you and your business.

Starting a Business

Husband and Wife Team Named Small Business Persons of the Year

Family-owned companies among those honored at National Small Business Week luncheon today.

Making a Change

What Gets These 30 Entrepreneurs Out of Bed Every Day

Entrepreneur.com reached out to the honorees of National Small Business Week and asked these small-business leaders what inspires them day in and day out.

Starting a Business

Are You a Small-Business Owner or an Entrepreneur? The Difference Is Important.

Understanding your role can shape how your business grows and evolves.

Health & Wellness

Life Lessons From an Ex-NFL Player Turned Boss

After stints with the New Orleans Saints, Chicago Bears, Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs, Eddie Kennison developed quite the entrepreneurial playbook.

Starting a Business

Why Growing Your Business Through Franchising Works

Tips to keep in mind from our Kansas City Small Business Week ambassador.

Money & Finance

Small Business Week: 3 Things You've Missed So Far

New funding options and Google launch are among what's new for National Small Business Week.

Starting a Business

Today: Free Online Events, Webinars for National Small Business Week

Feel like you're there by livestreaming today's Small Business Week workshops and inspiring speeches.

Fundraising

SBA Announces $2.5 Million Competition for Accelerators

The Small Business Administration is looking to level the funding playing field across the country.