Adventures in Never NeverLost Land
Inc.'s Road Warrior abandons maps in favor of the NeverLost global positioning system available in Hertz rental cars. Read story
Palo Alto
When to Stop Bootstrapping It
It may feel good to have launched your company without outside funding. But there comes a time when a financial partner is the only way to continue to grow. Read story
He's Teaching Computers To Understand English
"The computers companies are using today are still obtuse and obstinate," says Earl Sacredoti. "It's the old 'I am not programmed to do that.' Actually c... Read story
Valley Guy
Guy Kawasaki tells you where to meet and what to eat in Silicon Valley. Read story
Tech CEOs Push Green Energy
Nov. 16, 2006 -- A group of CEOs from the nation's top technology firms on Wednesday called for a greater national commitment to alternat... Read story
Why I Went Solo
I can't remember exactly when the fantasy started, but it was probably when I was in college. I dreamed of going into business for myself. And I mean re... Read story
As Much Fun as Pulling Teeth
Knowing that fear and anxiety make many people put off going to the dentist unless they have to, dentists follow stress reduction protocols, such as worki... Read story
Trash Talkin'
No one likes to admit it, but bashing the competition is part of doing business. Read story
The Complete Guide to E-mail
E-mail is--well, yes, it's your excuse for carrying a BlackBerry. But it's also the essential business tool. A complete guide to keeping your system... Read story
Stanford Hosts Technology Summit
Stanford University this month hosts its fourth annual business summit, which will focus on promising entrepreneurial activities and investments in the gl... Read story
What's Next: Don't Get Brobecked
In tough times, managing your lawyer is key. Read story
10 Questions for Paul Graham
1. What's your favorite part of a typical day? Walking to University Avenue in Palo Alto for breakfast and mulling over ideas. ... Read story
Marketing;
Sometimes the best way to grow your business may be to turn business away. At University National Bank & Trust Co., in Palo Alto, Calif., only checkin... Read story
Personal Pediatrics Wants to Revive the Vanishing Art of the House Call.
First it needs $1 million. Read story
Money Management Tips
Money! That' s what business is supposed to be all about. Then how come so many people in business don' t pay much attention to it? Oh, we may spend a lot... Read story
Study: 401(k) Plans Mismanaged
Many older workers are investing too heavily in company stock, researchers say. Read story
Bobbi Brown on Work-Life Balance at a Start-up
Just because you're busy doesn't mean you can afford to ignore your physical and emotional well-being. Read story
The Seven Sexes of Venus
Inc.'s editor comments on how business opportunities today are so complex it takes a group of individuals or businesses all working together to launch a star... Read story
Every Year, Thousands of People are Killed By Pathogens in Food.
William Hanson wants to help. Read story
Five Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs
Successful owners of dynamic small and midsize companies share these five essential traits. Read story
Business Owners Feeling Ignored
Federal officials seem more concerned with saving Wall Street than helping small businesses, owners say. Read story
Small Businesses Want Stimulus Bill
A survey finds many employers are scrapping year-end bonuses and holiday parties. Read story
Speed Leader
Peter Wagner, a general partner at Palo Alto venture-capital giant Accel Partners, has seen the future ofInternet hookups for small businesses. It's calle... Read story
The Equity Partnership As A Seed For Start-ups
Since the limited partners get the early losses, they demand less equity from founders at the time of tax-free conversion. Read story
What Do I Want to Do?
Have you always wanted to be your own boss? Are you facing downsizing? Do you suddenly pay attention to late-night infomercials about making a fortune wor... Read story
A Modest Defense of the Cubicle
The one thing worse than a cubicle is no cubicle. Read story
Mighty Microbes
A look at three start-ups in the the bioremediation industry. Read story
Multimedia Games
Three start-ups in the hot new field of multimedia games Read story
File Names That Tell All
A software program allows DOS users to name files and directors with up to 255 characters. Read story
Student Uprising
A look at why, faced with poor job prospects, university students today are starting companies in record numbers. Read story
Not All Private Equity Is the Same
The reality is: Not all private equity is the same. That's why business owners must understand the important factors that differentiate firms specializing in... Read story
LAN of Opportunity
Four business people tell how they selected their local area networks and offer advice in the selection process. Read story
Six Steps To Setting Up Foreign Reps
"When you have a foreign agent, you must compete with other principals for the rep's time and attention," notes Harry E. McGrath Jr., a former internation... Read story
No Regrets for Small Business Owners
Despite recession, the vast majority would launch their businesses again. Read story
The Five Myths of Private Equity
Misperceptions about private equity can prevent an entrepreneur from making a rational decision about taking on outside investors. Here are five of the most ... Read story
Garbage In, Garbage Out
Bankers and entrepreneurs explain why business-plan software can never deliver what it promises. Read story
How to Get Rich in America
A look at how companies like Palo Alto's Lunar Design are seeking the long-term payoff by taking equity instead of cash for their services. Read story
Tackling Technology in Your Business Plan
Planning Your Technology Needs Every business needs technology. Even if your company makes old-fashioned chocolate chip cookies, y... Read story
Doing Well by Doing Good
Every entrepreneur hopes to do well. We'd all like to make a lot of money and have a big, profitable customer base. But over the years, I've realized that... Read story
Spot Factoring
Using spot factoring services to turn receivables into cash without having to wait. Read story
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