The Long Road to Nirvana
Part One Norm discovers that getting a substantial offer for your business can actually be a little scary. Part T... Read more
Legal Issues
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Protecting Company Secrets [Audio] 
Every company has secrets. But what's to prevent an employee from jumping ship and sharing this information? Non-compete agreements. And they're becoming ... Watch video
SEC Confirms Sarbox Reprieve
Small firms have an extra year to comply with strict auditing rules created after Enron. Read more
Paradise Lost
How had it come to this? Reell Precision Manufacturing was supposed to be a different kind of company. For years, it thrived, leading its industry, generatin... Read more
Support Grows for Employer Health Care
A recent survey finds most Americans want employers to pay health insurance costs for workers. Read more
SBA Defends Contracting Plan
The controversial new program will boost procurement for women-owned firms, the agency says. Read more
Entrepreneurs Identify Bad Rules
More than 80 federal regulations have been recommended for review, a government watchdog reports. Read more
SBA Whistleblower's E-mail Tracked
Senate small-business advocates call for stronger employee protections at the agency. Read more
SBA Contracting Plan Draws Fire
A long delayed move to boost federal contracts for women-owned businesses comes up far too short, critics say. Read more
SBA Staff Morale Improves
A survey shows employees are feeling more upbeat about the agency. Read more
Feds Strengthen RegFlex Act
A new bill requires agencies to gauge the indirect impact of regulations on small firms. Read more
Small Firms Struggle with Regulations
A new report shows the unintended consequences of the regulatory environment. Read more
Legal Issues for a Home Business
Working from home sounds ideal, but there are many considerations. Inc. Expert Barbara Weltman discusses some of the key legal issues you should look out ... Watch video
Trademark, Copyright & Patent Protection
Your most valuable asset is your intellectual property. Inc. Expert Barbara Weltman offers advice on what needs protection and how to attain it. Watch video
When Good Deals Go Bad [Audio]
Every company gets stuck in bad contracts. Think there's no escape? Think again. Reporter Sarah Goldstein explains. Watch video
Remote Control
At a time when products are being recalled and consumers are wary, managing your Chinese contractors is more important than ever. Here's how: Read more
When Good Deals Go Bad
How to renegotiate a contract. Read more
Survey: Most Employees Don't Care About Going Green
Environmentally friendly business practices rank near the bottom of what job seekers consider. Read more
Passing It On [Audio]
Death and taxes -- the only two sure things in life. And for business owners, the estate tax combines the worst of both worlds. Could a permanent life i... Watch video
The O'Reilly Factor in Harlem
The controversy surrounding Bill O'Reilly's visit to an African-American-owned restaurant in Harlem probably hasn't been a lot of fun for the Fox News host, ... Read more
After a Good Fight, David Forced to Settle with Goliath
TerraCycle, a small fertilizer company that was sued by Scotts Miracle Gro, will change its packaging and advertising claims. Read more
What Elvis Can Teach You About Employment Law
A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business. Read more
eBay 101
Many entrepreneurs are making big money on eBay these days. Inc. Expert Barbara Weltman highlights everything you need to get started. Watch video
No Free Pass [Audio]
When it comes to doing business abroad, sometimes you have to pay to play. Problem is, it's usually illegal. Associate editor Hannah Clark explains the ri... Watch video
A One-Stop Shop for Setting Up Your Own Online Shop
A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business. Read more
What to Do if You're Audited
A tax audit can be one of a small business owners most terrifying experiences. Inc. Expert Barbara Weltman gives you some information that might save you ... Watch video
Legal Lemons, PR Lemonade
To fight a lawsuit brought by a giant rival, Tom Szaky of TerraCycle is doing what he loves--going on the offensive. Read more
Breakup Blues [Audio]
Divorce can pose a serious threat to a company. Associate editor Hannah Clark explains how you can protect yourself. Watch video
Obese Employees Cost Companies More
A new study suggests that investing in wellness programs may pay off on the bottom line. Read more
Perestroika Continues [Audio]
Fidel Castro has given up power. The bad news is that he gave it to his brother Raul. Could the shift bring opportunity for U.S. entrepreneurs? Reporter S... Watch video
How To Get Started [Audio]
The global economy may offer a world of new opportunities, but it also means dealing with red tape, foreign currencies, and confusing local tax laws. Wher... Watch video
Where Opportunity Knocks
The world may indeed be your oyster. But not all countries are friendly to American entrepreneurs. Staff writer Max Chafkin highlights the best and worst.... Watch video
Possible Democratic Partners?
Business trade groups have been allied with the Republican Party for years. How will their agenda fare under the new Democratic majority? Read more
