California and Florida Lead the Way for Women-Owned Businesses
The nation is now home to 7.7 million firms that are majority-owned by women, according to new research. Read story
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EPA Relaxes Reporting Requirements
By Peter Hoy | Dec 29, 2006
Supporters say the changes will streamline the compliance process and lower costs for small businesses. Read story
Having Conquered Earth, Google Sets Its Sights on the Moon
By Peter Hoy | Dec 20, 2006
A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business. Read story
New Program Rewards Customers for Shopping at Small Retailers
By Peter Hoy | Dec 18, 2006
The program, which began in Boston, is an attempt to give small businesses an edge over big-box stores. Read story
Can't Find that Missing Document? Try Your Very Own Search Engine
By Peter Hoy | Dec 13, 2006
A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business. Read story
Majority of Small-Business Owners Do Not Offer Retirement Benefits
By Peter Hoy | Dec 11, 2006
Despite employing half the private-sector workforce, only 14 percent of small businesses offer 401(k) plans. Read story
New Design Program Offers Ready-Made Brochures, Letterheads
By Peter Hoy | Dec 6, 2006
A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business. Read story
VCs Offer Better Deals to Start-Ups
By Peter Hoy | Dec 4, 2006
Companies in search of capital are able to negotiate more favorable terms today, according to a new report. Read story
Small Businesses More Likely to Be Audited
By Peter Hoy | Nov 27, 2006
As part of a broader enforcement effort, the IRS increased audits of S corporations by 34 percent this year. Read story
Closing the Deal
By Peter Hoy | Nov 27, 2006
Getting to the handshake takes preparation and a clear understanding of why your customer needs you. Read story
Heartland Poised for Entrepreneurial Growth
By Peter Hoy | Nov 20, 2006
Expanding organic industries and a population shift make the Plains states a "potential hotbed of capitalist creation," according to a new report. Read story
Companies Brace for Big Holiday Sales
By Peter Hoy | Nov 17, 2006
More than 60 percent of small-business owners expect a boost in December. Read story
Kentucky Offers Insurance Help to Small-Business Owners
By Peter Hoy | Nov 14, 2006
As part of a new program, the state will now help defray the cost of health insurance for employees. Read story
Kentucky Offers Insurance Help to Small-Business Owners
By Peter Hoy | Nov 14, 2006
As part of a new program, the state will now help defray the cost of health insurance for employees. Read story
Workplace Injuries Drop to Record Low
By Peter Hoy | Nov 7, 2006
Small businesses have the lowest rate for injuries and illnesses among all employers. Read story
Can I Have a Raise?
By Peter Hoy | Nov 6, 2006
From profit sharing to "phantom" stock plans, innovative CEOs and managers are experimenting with new compensation techniques. Read story
New Projector Lets You Take Your Presentations on the Road
By Peter Hoy | Nov 1, 2006
A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business. Read story
Wyoming, South Dakota Top List of States with Best Tax Climate
By Peter Hoy | Oct 25, 2006
In contrast, Rhode Island and Ohio ranked as the worst tax states for businesses. Read story
China's Spending on Research and Development Growing Faster than U.S.
By Peter Hoy | Oct 20, 2006
While the United States still has a bigger share of the global R&D market, second-ranked China is gaining ground. Read story
Comerica Bank, Starwood Hotels Launch Credit Cards for Business Owners
By Peter Hoy | Oct 18, 2006
A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business. Read story
Small Firms Line Up for NASA Contracts
By Peter Hoy | Oct 16, 2006
Plans for new rockets and a trip to the moon have opened up opportunities for companies in a number of industries. Read story
NBA Owner Announces Plans for Entrepreneurship "Boot Camp"
By Peter Hoy | Oct 9, 2006
Bizdom U will offer a full-time, two-year program for aspiring young entrepreneurs. Read story
Average Angel Investment Climbs 22 Percent
By Peter Hoy | Oct 4, 2006
Angels are investing more money, but in fewer companies, a new report shows. Read story
Most Small Businesses Start Without Outside Capital
By Peter Hoy | Oct 3, 2006
New Census reports reveal how the nation's businesses are funded, where they are based, and other demographics. Read story
IBM Unveils Hardware, Software Bundles for Small Businesses
By Peter Hoy | Sep 29, 2006
A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help your business. Read story
Does Drinking Help Your Career? Maybe, CEOs Say
By Peter Hoy | Sep 28, 2006
A new study has stirred up debate about what role socializing plays in the workplace. Read story
Sharper Image Founder Steps Down
By Peter Hoy | Sep 27, 2006
The four-time Inc. 500 company, which is now public, has struggled with same-store sales. Read story
Arizona to Cover Insurance Costs for Small Businesses
By Peter Hoy | Sep 25, 2006
A new state program will pay for up to half of health-care costs for companies that do not currently provide coverage. Read story
Arizona to Cover Insurance Costs for Small Businesses
By Peter Hoy | Sep 25, 2006
A new state program will pay for up to half of health-care costs for companies that do not currently provide coverage. Read story
Wichita State to Open Market-Based Management Center
By Peter Hoy | Sep 18, 2006
The new MBA program will draw lessons from Koch Industries, the nation's second-largest private company. Read story
Philadelphia Bans Smoking in Bars, Restaurants
By Peter Hoy | Sep 15, 2006
Owners express concern that patrons will take their business outside the city limits. Read story
Panasonic Launches Laptops for Clumsy CEOs
By Peter Hoy | Sep 13, 2006
A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help your business. Read story
Most Business Owners Plan to Sell Within Three Years
By Peter Hoy | Sep 8, 2006
A seller's market and aging baby-boomer population is causing many entrepreneurs to consider exiting. Read story
Mapping the Inc. 500
By Peter Hoy | Sep 1, 2006
Federal spending again propels companies from Washington, D.C., Virginia, and Maryland onto the Inc. 500. California remains home to the most companies, a... Read story
The Money Machines
By Peter Hoy | Sep 1, 2006
The two largest companies on this year's Inc. 500 are the biggest ever to make the list--and the third and fourth companies in Inc. 500 history to crack t... Read story
Latest Census Report Confirms Growth of Minority Businesses
By Peter Hoy | Jun 29, 2006
Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders far outpaced the national startup average. Read story
Asian-American Business Ownership, Revenues Increase
By Peter Hoy | May 17, 2006
New data finds that minority entrepreneurs are outpacing the national average. Read story
Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses Skyrocket
By Peter Hoy | May 1, 2006
New Census data shows significantly higher startup rates among such groups. Read story
New York Officials Request Investigation over Displaced Businesses
By Peter Hoy | Apr 11, 2006
A new transit hub, part of the rebuilding at the World Trade Center, will force out nearby stores and offices. Read story
Small-Business Groups Assail Wal-Mart Program
By Peter Hoy | Apr 5, 2006
The world’s largest retail says its new urban initiative is designed to help smaller competitors. Read story
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