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A Top Chef's $15 Million Gamble

By Clarissa Cruz |  Jan 24, 2012

Brian Malarkey's restaurant ventures are backed by massive investment. But can his social-dining experiment thrive?  Read more


The Big Business of Local News: Main Street Connect

By Nicole Carter |  Jan 24, 2012

In early 2010, Jane Byrant Quinn and Carll Tucker launched a community-based news website. Today they compete with AOL. Here's how they changed the game.  Read more


The Other Big Game

By April Joyner |  Jan 24, 2012

Super Bowl advertisers aim to score more hits online  Read more


Start a Killer Restaurant: 6 Tips

By Jeff Haden |  Jan 23, 2012

Advice from a white guy in Texas who became an award-winning sushi chef and restaurant owner.  Read more


Raw Foods, Real Profits

By Clarissa Cruz |  Jan 18, 2012

Brad Gruno was overweight and underemployed. He explains how he switched to a raw diet, and began building a raw foods empire, one kale chip at a time.  Read more


Open a Hot Restaurant With $12,000

By Clarissa Cruz |  Jan 11, 2012

In New York City? Really? Former advertising exec Nicole Ponseca explains how she opened Maharlika, and got great buzz and press from Day One.  Read more


3 Ways to Build Customers' Trust Online

By Barry Farber |  Jan 9, 2012

With online retail in particular, trust is a critical element in building sales. Here's how to demonstrate your company's reliability.  Read more


7 Places Manufacturers Should Raise Capital

By John B. Rogers |  Jan 3, 2012

For American makers on the hunt, the landscape of funding is lean and treacherous. Here are some helpful ideas to take you to the next level.  Read more


An In-Store Revolution

By Andrew Maclean and Nicole Carter |  Dec 21, 2011

A New York brick-and-mortar entrepreneur takes a cue from e-commerce: She curates limited-time-only themes and product lines, hosts community events, and sel...  Watch video


Groupon Offers $10 Credit for Shopping Local

By Courtney Rubin |  Dec 19, 2011

The daily deals giant is offering a credit to buyers who support local businesses.  Read more


Not Sure What Your Friends Want For Christmas? Ask the Internet

By Eric Markowitz |  Dec 19, 2011

By leveraging data stored within your friends' social media accounts, social gifting start-ups can help you find the perfect gift.  Read more


Prediction: You'll Work More Next Year

By Jessica Stillman |  Dec 15, 2011

Survey shows business owners expect a hectic holiday season and 2012. Vacation? Who needs vacation?  Read more


To Innovate We Must Make

By John B. Rogers |  Dec 12, 2011

All around America there is frustration about a lack of innovation. Could the secret lie in rejuvenating manufacturing?  Read more


Need a Deal on Consulting? Hire B-School Students

By Issie Lapowsky |  May 26, 2012

When Project Runway winner Chloe Dao's national spotlight faded, she needed help, but couldn't afford a consultant.  Read more


How Your Customers Will Spend Money This Holiday Season

By Andrew Shafer |  May 26, 2012

What portion of consumers plan to use coupons this year? Who is spending more than last year? We crunched the numbers.  Read more


The Payment Revolution is Coming

By Seth Priebatsch |  Dec 2, 2011

Transaction costs suck up to $50 billion a year out of the economy. But they could be on their way out. Here's why.  Read more


A Record-Setting Retail Weekend

By Eric Markowitz |  Nov 29, 2011

Retailers cashed in on Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday, but experts caution against any premature victory dances.  Read more


No Joke. BustedTees Drives Holiday Sales

By Allison Fass and Inc. staff |  Nov 28, 2011

CollegeHumor co-founder Josh Abramson gets serious about his next venture: funny t-shirts.  Watch video


The Elf That Stole Christmas

By Darren Dahl |  May 26, 2012

Christa Pitts left her job at QVC to help her mother and sister create a book and toy that have become a holiday tradition.  Read more


Can Small Business Saturday Actually Succeed?

By Eric Markowitz |  Nov 23, 2011

The Friday after Thanksgiving is known for big deals at large retailers. But can AmEx's marketing push help claim enough of that business for the little guys?  Read more


Hotel Tonight Raises $9 Million

By Courtney Rubin |  Nov 17, 2011

With $9 million in new funding, could lodging-search app Hotel Tonight could disrupt online travel agencies?  Read more


The Cost of Starting Up a Restaurant

By Gina Pace |  Nov 10, 2011

Opening a restaurant isn't only logistically complicated, it can also be very costly. John Kunkel, who has opened 10 branches of the Mexican eatery Lime, exp...  Read more


Hot Market: Tablets for Kids

By Christina DesMarais |  Nov 9, 2011

Several start-ups are cashing in on the trend of mothers handing their tablets to kids by making it safer and easier.  Read more


Get Ready for Holiday Shopping Season

By Allison Fass and Inc. staff |  Nov 7, 2011

Forecasts predict modest growth this Christmas. Retail strategist Alison Levy recommends how independent retailers can stand out.  Watch video


How Small Retailers Stand Out for Holiday Shopping

By Nicole Carter |  Nov 4, 2011

Their work cut out for them, small businesses turn to customer service and experiences to differentiate this holiday shopping season.  Read more