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Hot Market: Locavores

By Leigh Buchanan |  Nov 1, 2010

Tainted burgers. Contaminated eggs. E. coli scares. No wonder Americans are looking close to home for their food.  Read more


Hot Market: Insomniacs

By Leigh Buchanan |  Nov 1, 2010

The problem with an always-on, 24-hour, caffeine-fueled culture: When you want to go to sleep, your humming brain won’t let you.  Read more


Hot Market: The Outsourced Work Force

By Leigh Buchanan |  Nov 1, 2010

More businesses are turning to remote workers. But can you really be sure that your off-site employees are working?  Read more


Hot Market: Bike Commuters

By Leigh Buchanan |  Nov 1, 2010

In urban areas, the average motorist spends nearly two days a year stuck in traffic. Perhaps biking is the answer.  Read more


Making Your Business Sellable

By John Warrillow |  Oct 20, 2010

Serial entrepreneur John Warrillow answers reader questions on how to build value in your business.  Watch video


How to Start a Pet Care Business

By Lou Dubois |  Oct 19, 2010

People really love their pets. Here's how to transfer the love for our furry friends into a profitable pet store business.  Read more


How to Find Out What Your Business Is Really Worth

By John Warrillow |  Oct 4, 2010

Whether you want to sell or not, it’s natural to wonder what your business could fetch on the market. Entrepreneur John Warrillow offers up some resources.  Read more


Elevator Pitch: Shustir

As told to April Joyner |  Oct 1, 2010

Shustir combines e-commerce with social networking. Can it raise $500,000 from investors?  Read more


Should You Consider Franchising?

By Courtney Rubin |  Sep 23, 2010

A new report from the U.S. Census Bureau shows one in ten businesses is a franchise.  Read more


How to Hire a Business Development Director

By Lou Dubois |  Sep 21, 2010

The business development director plays a key role in growing your business. Here's how to hire for this important role.  Read more


The Social Butterfly of Start-ups

By Issie Lapowsky |  Sep 3, 2010

Startup Digest gives entrepreneurs around the world the scoop on the best networking events in their towns.  Read more


Business for Sale: A Flooring and Remodeling Store

By Darren Dahl |  Aug 24, 2010

Would you pay $318,000 to buy this California retailer?  Read more


Case Study: When a Married Couple Disagree

By Cristina Rouvalis |  Jul 1, 2010

Tom Pastorius wanted to buy back his business, Penn Brewery. His wife Mary Beth was not so sure.  Read more


Elevator Pitch: DivotCard

As Told to April Joyner |  Jul 1, 2010

The DivotCard offers customers discounted golf rounds. Can it raise $1 million from investors?  Read more


Woot Acquired by Amazon.com

By Max Chafkin |  Jun 30, 2010

Fresh on the heels of the Zappos.com acquisition, the deal-a-day pioneer Matt Rutledge of Woot.com sells his company to Amazon.com.  Read more


14 Bootstrapping Tips

By Inc. staff |  Jun 8, 2010

Even the most self-sufficient start-ups need a hand. Here are some pointers to make the most of free and cheap resources around you.  Read more


How to Determine Which Franchise Business is Best for You

By Peter Vanden Bos |  Jun 4, 2010

With thousands of franchise opportunities, it's no easy task. Follow our guide to choosing one that will give you a greater chance of success.  Read more


Business for Sale: A Motorcycle Accessories Shop

By Darren Dahl |  Jun 1, 2010

Would you pay $1.3 million to buy this Arkansas retailer?  Read more


Elevator Pitch: Closet Couture

As Told to April Joyner |  Jun 1, 2010

Closet Couture wants to be the Facebook (and eBay) of fashionistas. Can it stitch together $1 million?  Read more


How to Choose the Right Franchise Location

By Peter Vanden Bos |  May 24, 2010

Where you decide to locate your franchise may make or break your business.  Read more


The Best Industries for Starting a Business in 2010

By Tamara Schweitzer, Josh Spiro and Christine Lagorio |  May 24, 2010

This year's burgeoning industries include interactive technology (from mobile app design to tech-savvy translation), wellness (healthy beverages), and little...  Read more


Translation and Interpretation Services

By Tamara Schweitzer |  May 24, 2010

Whether it's website translation or in-hospital interpretation, this industry is poised for massive growth.  Read more


Exam Preparation and Tutoring

By Christine Lagorio |  May 24, 2010

Anyone with a degree can carve out a niche in tutoring and test prep.  Read more


Environmental Consulting

By Tamara Schweitzer |  May 24, 2010

Contractors, consultants, and quality managers, come on over: this industry is thriving.  Read more


Ferryboats and Inland Water Transportation

By Tamara Schweitzer |  May 24, 2010

With an influx of federal funding and 17 percent growth rate, the old-fashioned ferryboat is making a comeback.  Read more