Eric Markowitz


Should You Fire Yourself?

Why some business owners should consider finding themselves a new CEO, plus some insight into Facebook's new influx of cash, and other entrepreneurial news.  Read story

How to Manage Client Expectations After You Close a Sale

So you've just landed a new client. Now what? Here's how to manage customer expectations and communicate effectively so that the early days after a sale go s...  Read story

FCC Approves New Regulations for Net Neutrality

The FCC has announced new rules and regulations that will govern the use of the Internet, and could potentially affect your business.  Read story

How One Boss Gave Away His Company for Christmas

When the co-founder of a unique company (it makes bones) with an odd location (an idyllic island) needed an exit strategy, he turned to his employees.  Read story

Federal Court Protects E-mail Privacy

A recent court decision cites Fourth Amendment search and seizure provisions to protect e-mail privacy.  Read story

President Obama Talks Business

On Wednesday, the President convened with a handful of CEOs to discuss job growth, entrepreneurship, and innovation. But detractors cast their doubts.  Read story

How to Know if Your Product Is Infomercial-Worthy

Sure, they can be cheesy. But they can also make you rich. Does your product have what it takes to make it in the world of direct-response TV?  Read story

Becoming a Better Leader

Becoming a good manager involves a process of learningâ€"and unlearning, according to Harvard professor Linda A. Hill. Some leaders, like Bill Belichick, jus...  Read story

Smartphones Make for Smart Shoppers

Retailers hate these apps. Plus, the anatomy of a holiday toy craze and the rest of the day's news for entrepreneurs.  Read story

4 Ways to Profit From WikiLeaks

Developers, authors, designers, and domain name squatters are profiting off of the hype surrounding WikiLeaks and the controversial man behind the site.  Read story

Part Guru, Part Glamour, and Fully Sustainable

At 26, model Summer Rayne Oakes is on a mission to transform the $300 billion fashion industry into a model of sustainability.  Read story

How to Write a Compelling E-mail Subject Line

A subject line is like a handshake. A good one will announce confidence and respect, but a bad one can leave the recipient unimpressed.  Read story

5 Tips for Getting Through the Airport Fast

Flying is no longer a luxury. In fact, it could be downright unpleasant. Here are five tips for helping you get to your destination quickly.  Read story

Employee Retaliation Suit Reaches Supreme Court

Eric Thompson was fired by his company three weeks after his wife, also an employee of the company, sued for gender discrimination. He claims it was no coinc...  Read story

Needed: Part-Time Help. Location: Anywhere

As the recession continues to limit small business spending power, a trend has emerged in which employers are seeking more part-time workers, many of whom ar...  Read story

The Man Behind the Roku

Anthony Wood is revolutionizing home entertainment and forcing the TV networks to evolve.  Read story

Yammer Gets an Upgrade

The new version of the collaboration software is packed with business-friendly features.  Read story

How to Build and Maintain Good Business Credit

In a tight economy, good credit is key to expanding your business. Here are a few tips to keep your credit on track.  Read story

How to Get the Most out of Your Co-working Space

A co-working space is not just a rented desk. It's a source of inspiration, collaboration, and for some, a source of business.  Read story

10 Eye-Catching Ambient Ads

What ads did you see on your way to work this morning? Trouble remembering? Here are 10 smart advertisements and marketing campaigns that generated buzz and ...  View slideshow

How to Work With Government Contract Consultants

In tough economic times, competition for government contracts heats up. Here's how working with a consultant can give you an advantage to land a huge deal.  Read story

Holiday Gift Guide 2010: Tech Gifts

Who doesn't love a great gadget? This year Inc. tweeted our followers at @IncMagazine to find out this season’s best tech toys.  View slideshow

How to Conduct Quantitative Market Research

How well do you know your customers? Here are some tips to accurately surveying your clients and putting that data to good use.  Read story

How to Design a Great Small Office

Forget reducing clutter or hiding storage. Here's how to design a small office that will boost your bottom line.  Read story

Employee Discrimination Case Reaches Supreme Court

A fired hospital employee and Army reservist in Illinois takes his case to the high court over the interpretation of the fabled “cat’s paw" theory.  Read story

7 Deadly Web Design Sins

Designers, are you guilty of creating information-overload homepages or building the "unwelcome screen?" The experts are here to save you.  Read story

Tips for Calculating Your Gross Margin

If it feels like ages since you took Accounting 101, here's a detailed refresher on how understanding gross margins can help you make the right business deci...  Read story

How to Choose the Right Colors for Your Brand

The aesthetic of your product and its labeling can have a huge impact on sales. If you're DIY branding, here's how to find the right colors.  Read story

Do Employee Complaints Have to Be Written Down?

The Supreme Court hears a case on what constitutes a formal employee complaint filed under the Fair Labor Standards Act.  Read story

Meet the BYU Student Who Took Orabrush Viral

Dr. Bob had a tongue cleaner that no one wanted to buy. Then he found Jeffrey Harmon, a college student who understood how to create a viral marketing hit.  Read story

Six Smart Business Uses for the iPad

They’re flashy. They’re fun to play with. But how can they benefit your business? Here are six creative ways businesses have begun using the iPad to help...  View slideshow

Supreme Court's Docket Puts Business in the Spotlight

A look at five pending cases that have the potential to change the way you do business.  Read story

What It Takes to Become a Serial Entrepreneur

Running one company is hard enough. Can you imagine running five companies simultaneously? A look at successful serial entrepreneurs.  Read story

SCORE Recognizes Small Business Success at Annual Event

Program presents awards to five small businesses for tremendous achievements in various industries during a sluggish economy.  Read story

9 Tips for Doing Business Globally

If you’re planning on doing business abroad, you’re going to need more than just a pocket-size travel guide. Here are 9 useful tips about how to bring yo...  View slideshow

How to Write an Executive Summary

When you’re trying to sell an idea to a potential investor, you’ll need to craft the pitch-perfect executive summary. Here’s how to write a summary tha...  Read story

10 Money Management Apps for Business Owners

These smartphone apps will help you manage your cash, your time and your business.  View slideshow