Just An Old-fashioned Christmas
Where to have a holiday without the hype. Read story
Holidays
Rhonda?s Sixth Annual Holiday Survival Guide
Each year, I write a column on how to survive the holidays. Never before, however, have I had to take the term " survival" quite so literally. With threat... Read story
An Entrepreneur's Declaration of Independence
Independence Day - isn't that what we're celebrating on the Fourth of July? Independence has been a goal of Americans since the founding of our country, a... Read story
How the Fireworks Business Really Works
Tougher safety regulations and a surge in patriotism spurred by Sept. 11, combined with market reforms in China, are turning backyard fireworks into a boomin... Read story
Loophole Of The Month;
A good loophole is getting harder to find these days, but the Tax Reform Act of 1986 has one for your Christmas stocking. It retains the exemption for "c... Read story
Yankee Doodle Dandy
Entrepreneurship and innovation make our business culture worth celebrating. But they pose challenges, too Read story
Sorry, Our Office is Closed
Survey showing the vacation policies of small companies. Read story
Your Worst Nightmare
Review of 'Sabotage in the American Workplace,' edited by Martin Sprouse. Read story
Still the Land of Opportunity
Inc's Editor-in-Chief offers some thoughts from an entrenpreneur on the opportunities in the United States. Read story
Cancel the Christmas Party!
Tips on hosting a successful holiday bash, including keeping it fresh and exciting, allowing employees to plan it, saving money, and limiting your liability. Read story
Thanksgiving Tops Black Friday for Online Shopping Visits
Nov. 30, 2004 --While Black Friday marks the traditional start of the holiday retail season, online shopping visits as a percentage of ove... Read story
Retail Watchers Baffled by Holiday Shopping Season
Dec. 22, 2005-- With Christmas and Hanukkah falling on the same Sunday and shoppers feeling the fallout from hurricanes and a transit stri... Read story
Companies Embracing Holiday Cheer
Dec. 12, 2005 --Swept up in the holiday spirit, or perhaps too much eggnog, small-business owners are saying thanks to their employees by ... Read story
Business Owners Expecting $16 Billion Mother's Day Present
With Mother's Day spending at an all-time high, savvy retailers are expanding their online offerings. Read story
Mid-Week Independence Day Causes Headaches for Employers
The Fourth of July falls on a Wednesday this year, prompting many employees to ask for a five-day weekend. Read story
U.S. Consumers Far from Being Spooked This Halloween
Total spending on costume, candy, and decorations is expected to top $5 billion. Read story
Retailers Boost Valentine's Day Promos
After a slow holiday season, many small-business owners are hoping romance is in the air this February. Read story
Execs: Office Pranks Not Funny
Most managers say April Fools' gags are inappropriate in the workplace. Read story
Retailers Expect Weak Spending
Christmas might be scarier than Halloween this year, retailers say. Read story
Things I Can't Live Without: Jalem Getz
Why Jalem Getz, who founded the $30 million Web retailer BuyCostumes.com, wouldn't mind living like Magnum, P.I. Read story
Summer Blues? Not Necessarily
Networking never takes a holiday. You can build relationships with powerful people even when they're out of the office on vacation. Read story
How to Maximize Holiday Sales and Profits
Advice for small businesses on how to prepare for the holiday season by generating customer loyalty, implementing timely marketing, and determining inventory... Read story
Strong Holiday Season Predicted for Online Retailers
Nov. 4, 2004 --The 2004 holiday season could be a robust one for online merchants, according to a report released Tuesday. Online r... Read story
Holiday Shoppers Bargain Hunting
A survey shows more cash-strapped Americans will be shopping smarter this holiday season. Read story
Smart Questions for Your Accountant
Forget holiday shopping. Articles editor Larry Kanter explains why now is the time to huddle with your CPA and find some year-end tax breaks. Read story
Retailers Expecting Sober St. Patty's
This year's early Easter has shamrocks and bunnies battling for shelf space. Read story
Are We Having Fun Yet?
Front desk employees are supplied with cash to buy toys to promote a relaxed, playful atmosphere. Read story
Report: Workplace Online Shopping Risky
With the holiday season approaching, workers need to be aware of IT security threats, a trade group says. Read story
Seven Tips for Networking Through the Holidays
Use your holiday merry making as an opportunity to connect with people that can help make you a success. These networking strategies should help get you ... Read story
Retailers Brace for Cyber Monday Surge
More than 60 percent of shoppers say they expect to buy more holiday gifts online this year. Read story
What Are Your Employees' New Year's Resolutions?
The holidays tend to be a time to reflect on the past and plan for the future. So be warned, your employees are reflecting and planning, and now is the time ... Read story
Office Resolutions Made Easy
Odds are, most of your New Year's resolutions will probably fail. Sad, but true. On January 1, you'll promise to keep your desk clean for the rest ... Read story
Recession Fears to Curb Spending
A growing concern for job security has many workers planning to tighten their belts this holiday season, a survey finds. Read story
Retailers Facing Markdowns
Tighter credit and weaker spending have store owners struggling with inventories. Read story
Cyber Monday Sales Spike
Online retailers report a stronger than expected start to the holiday shopping season. Read story
Live Your Mission Statement
The mission of Tuffy Auto Centers is "to provide the best automotive service in the industry through a continuous commitment to quality and customer servi... Read story
Impress Clients With a Fun Workplace
When what you do leaves customers cold, you need an icebreaker. "People don't even want to talk about accounting, because it's so boring," says Yvonne Ang... Read story
Bewitching
In October alone -- a month traditionally among retailing's slowest -- National Theme Productions Inc. (NTP), an eight-year-old specialty clothier based i... Read story
Holiday Season Could Be Tough on Retailers
Sept. 23, 2004 --Two forecasts released Monday revealed varying expectations for retail sales this holiday season. The National Ret... Read story
St. Patrick's Day Has Retailers and Bars Seeing Green
Consumers are expected to spend $3.76 billion on the holiday this year, according to a new report. Read story
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