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Recent Running a Business Articles

How To Pick A Franchise

Key pointers from Omar Soliman, co-founder of College Hunks Hauling Junk, and Scott Gerber, founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council.  Watch video


5 Things You Won't Learn in B-School

There are certain hard knocks you just can't get in a classroom.  Read more


Making the Perfect Hire

What happened when I decided to ignore educational pedigree and big-company experience.  Read more


Social Media Lessons From the White House

The White House brand is comprised of far more than glossy photos of smiling officials. Here's how democracy is spread, social media style.  Read more


Recipe for Restaurant Success: Locally Sourced Foods

Trendy San Francisco restaurant flour + water has droves of foodies lining up for locally sourced and hyperlocal cuisine.  Read more


Reputation Without Character Is Worthless

The saga of Jamie Dimon at JP Morgan Chase raises questions about the value of a good reputation.  Read more


Becoming Obama's Favorite Lunch Spot

Here's how a pair of Washington, D.C., restaurant entrepreneurs earned a visit from President Barack Obama during National Small Business Week.  Read more


Balancing the Work-Life Equation

These three tips will help you manage the time you spend doing work and living life.  Read more


How to Lead Your Company Through Change

Your employees will react differently to change. However they feel about a new situation, you can help all of them adjust.  Read more


Help for U.S. Entrepreneurs in Japan

A new business incubator in Tokyo caters not only to Japanese start-ups but to foreigners looking to do business in Japan.  Read more