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One Man, One Computer, 1,431 Lawn Mowers
A garden-tool distributor rakes it in by carefully deciding what he needs to do himself -- and what he doesn't. Read more
Hot Tip: Product Mix
Find out what your distribution strategy will be before you start selling your product. Read more
Perennial Growth
Learn from CEO Neal Waldman on how to lease space -- he does it every summer when the number of his employees jump 10-fold. Read more
Buh-Bye, Bell?
Beema, Inc., a multimedia production house, found that it could save money by using Internet telephony rather than the traditional telecoms. But will it work... Read more
Hot Tip: Improving Office Decor for Free
One company in Cleveland is using its space to showcase local artists, benefiting the artists and the company. Read more
How can I get the best options when leasing office equipment?
Offices Operations mentor Mie-Yun Lee suggests you think carefully about which type of equipment lease is best for you before signing on the dott... Read more
Should we invest in voice recognition software?
Don't throw out your keyboard yet. Offices Operations mentor Mie-Yun Lee offers some inside advice on the effectiveness of voice recognition soft... Read more
Tips for Weathering Air Travel Troubles
What can you do if your flight is delayed or cancelled? The informed business traveler usually has an arsenal of options that come with the ticket. Read more
Best Cities: The Two Loudoun Counties
Can a place that's good for business survive as a great place to live? A look at the two sides of Loudoun County, Virginia. Read more
Big-Sky Country
Less than a year after founding Vision 1, a 2000 Inc. 500 company, Brian Smithgall relocated from Atlanta to Bozeman, Mont., for the camping, skiing, and hik... Read more
Misclassifying Workers Can Cost You, Big Time
If your company relies on freelance workers, you could be looking at hefty fines if you don't classify them correctly. Read more
Managing Independent Contractors
Several experts offer suggestions on how to handle your independent contractors. Read more
In a Former Life: Ed Lilly
Ed Lilly, CEO and president of Serta Inc., talks about his former life as a buyer for a department store in Philadelphia. Read more
Dealing with Zoning Problems
You've found the perfect spot -- except that it lacks the zoning you need. But you may be able to work the situation to your favor. Read more
Pick a Legal Location and Avoid Zoning Trouble
Be sure your chosen location allows your type of business. Read more
Behind Warehouse Doors
Fast fulfillment -- the life-blood of any e-commerce operation -- happens when online transactions are in-step with your inventory management. Here's a look ... Read more
Commercial Lease Checklist
Before you hang out your new shingle, read the fine print on the lease. Read more
Lodge Your Complaint
Did your shipment arrive in less than satisfactory condition? Are you dissappointed in the workmanship? Stand up for your consumer rights using these custome... Read more
Stephen Gordon: My Biggest Mistake
The CEO of Restoration Hardware describes a sales promotion that was too successful. Read more
Start the Presses!
With a little imagination, you can design your company's printed materials without ever leaving your desk. Many online sites offer print services, but how go... Read more
Outsourcing Bookkeeping
An entrepreneur of a fast-growing company wonders when it's the right time to graduate to a big-time accounting firm. Read more
Find the Best Deals for Fall Foliage Travel
Autumn brings with it opportunities to see the most amazing foliage. Travel guru Tom Parsons guides the tour of where and when to catch the peak colors. Read more
Great Golf Getaways
Take a break from your business with a golfing vacation. Travel guru Tom Parsons gives you the lowdown on where to find the best links and unbeatable savings. Read more
Affordable Escapes to Europe
If your plans call for an excursion to Europe, you don't need to wipe out your entire budget on airfare. Travel guru Tom Parsons explains three new sales tha... Read more
Employ a Virtual Helper
Not enough time in the day to run your business? Try outsourcing pesky administrative tasks to a virtual assistant to free up some of your time. Read more
Feeling Fit during the Flight and Afterward
Travel guru Tom Parsons offers six time-tested ideas for renewing your energy and staying healthy during flights. Read more
How Fast Should My Inventory Turn?
The quicker inventory turns, the less cash you tie up. Read more
The Question You Forgot to Ask
How one entrepreneur lost -- and then regained -- an international distribution opportunity. Read more
How do I determine whether someone is an employee or an independent contractor?
Law Taxation mentor Barbara Weltman points a user to some resources for understanding the difference between an independent contractor and an emp... Read more
Understanding Commercial Leases
Commercial leases are vastly different from residential leases. Here are the terms to know. Read more
Software Development Agreements -- Just Hold Your Nose and Write One
Oral agreements to develop or modify computer software are worthless. When you make a deal, write it down. Read more
What questions should I ask contractors before agreeing to outsource work to them?
inc.com Offices Operations mentor Charles J. Bodenstab offers a list of issues you should explore before negotiating with a contractor. Read more
Decide Whether to Design Banner Ads In-House or to Outsource
Decide whether you want to design a banner ad in-house or hand it off to an ad design firm. Read more
The Lowdown on Contracts
Not getting it in writing first is a risky way to do business. Read more
