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Cash Flow: Barter to Contain Expansion Costs

By Jill Andresky Fraser | Jun 1, 1995

A fitness retailer explains the benefits of using an international bartering network, and how to contact them. Read story

Grand Plans

By Donna Fenn | Aug 1, 1999

Shoestring start-ups: seven fast-growing companies that were started for $1,000 or less, and tactics to borrow for your own start-up. Read story

Oprah Uses Her Midas Touch on Chicago

By Josh Spiro | Sep 10, 2009

Oprah's taping of her 24th season premiere brought crowds to businesses on Chicago's Magnificent Mile. Read story

New Recruitment Strategy: Ask Your Best Employees to Leave

By Phaedra Hise | Jul 1, 1997

A look at how large companies are tapping into the entrepreneurial urges of their employees. Read story