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Are Americans Overly Confident About Entrepreneurship?

Americans are some of the most entrepreneurial citizens in the world. But is this a good thing?  Read more

The Case for the 'Entrepreneur Generation'

Let's call the 'Millennials' the Entrepreneur Generation' and learn to manage the valuable characteristics that set them apart.  Read more

Manufacturing Can Help Save the Economy, If We Fix These 6 Gaps

Yes, manufacturing can be an engine of growth again. But it will only happen if we address these critical issues.  Read more

7 Memorable Graduation Speeches by Entrepreneurs and Other Leaders

Among the thousands of graduation addresses given each year, these stand out--mostly for the right reasons.  Read more

Why Fashion Models are Twice as Likely to Get H-1B Visas as Computer Programmers

Want to hire someone on an H-1B visa? It'll be a lot easier if they're a model.  Read more

The IRS Scandal Should Scare the Heck Out of You. Here's Why.

It's not about politics. It's about a fundamental breach of trust.  Read more

10 Top States for Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Recently I told you about the 10 worst states for new business in America. Now here's where entrepreneurship is thriving.  Read more

5 Takeaways From Google I/O 2013

A new music service, a Google+ facelift, updates to search. Check out the major highlights from Google's annual developer conference in San Francisco.  Read more

7 Ways Washington May Affect Small Business This Year

Never mind about the IRS shenanigans. Here's what you should be watching in Washington.  Read more

Small Businesses See More Opportunity in America Than Abroad

For small businesses looking to grow, the focus is on technology and the economy--here in the U.S.  Read more

5 Hot Opportunities for Start-ups

Fresh numbers from Intuit shine a light on where consumers are spending the most--and where you might want to look for new business ideas.  Read more

Immigration Bill Takes Aim at Employers of Undocumented Workers

Small business support for mandatory employment-eligibility verification, such as E-Verify, may be short-lived. Here's why.  Read more

Marketplace Fairness Act: Are Digital Downloads Fair Game?

If online retailers are required to adhere to state sales tax rules, how will sellers of downloadable products deal?  Read more

4 Tax Code Changes To Inspire Business Confidence

Businesses want simplicity and lower tax rates. Here's how we should start.  Read more

4 Reasons Business Owners Are Not Confident About the Economy

Take a closer look at some of the fundamentals underlying the recent positive economic news.  Read more