- Shaping Crowdfunding 2.0 Entrepreneur - Sat, May 12, 2012 9:34 AM NZST
As the crowdfunding industry braces for a massive shift, its players are seeking rules that will serve both to protect investors and entrepreneurs.
- A Young Entrepreneur's Best Friend is His... Mom? Entrepreneur - Sat, May 12, 2012 7:15 AM NZST
A helping hand from mom -- or dad -- can be vital for newbie entrepreneurs. Here are six ways to make your career in entrepreneurship more palatable to them.
- Want to Get Into the App Business? Try Buying One Entrepreneur - Sat, May 12, 2012 5:00 AM NZST
App auction services such as Apptopia can turn a few thousand dollars into a new mobile opportunity for aspiring tech entrepreneurs.
- Finding the Right Mentor to Help Grow Your Business Entrepreneur - Sat, May 12, 2012 4:00 AM NZST
To grow your business, the right advisor can help you more than any business book ever could.
- How Top Employers Say 'We Love Moms' Entrepreneur - Sat, May 12, 2012 1:00 AM NZST
More women are working outside the home than ever. If you're looking for ways to retain top talent, consider these ideas for supporting working moms.
- There's an App Maker for That Entrepreneur - Fri, May 11, 2012 2:22 PM NZST
With DIY programs, small businesses can join the app revolution on the cheap.
- The Imagination: A Sustainable Resource for Online Lead Generation Entrepreneur - Fri, May 11, 2012 12:22 PM NZST
Reimagine your existing content for a fresh web presence. You can start by treating everything your business creates as a critical piece of a larger whole.
- Rating the Best -- and Worst -- States to Do Business Entrepreneur - Fri, May 11, 2012 5:00 AM NZST
Find out how your state and county compare to the rest of U.S.
- Is 'Tanning Mom' Another Setback for Sunbed Industry? Entrepreneur - Fri, May 11, 2012 2:40 AM NZST
The U.S. indoor tanning industry faces renewed calls for tighter regulation amid publicity surrounding New Jersey's so-called tanning mom.
- How Not to Be a Spammer When Marketing Your Business Entrepreneur - Fri, May 11, 2012 12:00 AM NZST
From polishing your reputation to using clean email lists, here are the keys to entering customer inboxes.
- The American Pickers Guide to Negotiating Entrepreneur - Thu, May 10, 2012 11:00 PM NZST
Hate to negotiate? Fans of the History Channel's hit reality show about a pair of likable antique dealers might learn to love it -- and get better at it.
- More Businesses Burdened By Slow-Paying Customers Entrepreneur - Thu, May 10, 2012 9:26 AM NZST
About one in seven small business owners cite payment irregularities as their most challenging business problem.
- A Lie-Detector Test for Resumes Entrepreneur - Thu, May 10, 2012 6:00 AM NZST
In a tough economy, job seekers can be tempted to fudge facts or outright lie on their resumes. Here's how to catch them in the act.
- 5 Tips for Boomer-Friendly Retail Design Entrepreneur - Thu, May 10, 2012 2:15 AM NZST
Bring on the boomers. Consider this advice when designing a store where boomers are the customers.
- 3 Ways to Create More Engaging 404 Pages Entrepreneur - Thu, May 10, 2012 12:00 AM NZST
Go beyond simple error messages. Here's how you can direct visitors to your site's best content and reflect your brand personality.
- What Do Pinterest and a Community Bank in Lubbock, Texas, Have In Common? Entrepreneur - Wed, May 9, 2012 11:05 PM NZST
When it comes to converting companies into cash, an alternative investment marketplace is expanding beyond high-growth startups.
- Bank Lending to Small Business Slips, Crowdfunding on the Rise Entrepreneur - Wed, May 9, 2012 9:12 AM NZST
Big and small banks approve fewer loans as startups turn to alternative funding sources.
- 5 Tips on How to Present Like Steve Jobs Entrepreneur - Wed, May 9, 2012 4:00 AM NZST
Steve Jobs was many things, including a master storyteller. Presenting like he did isn't that difficult. You simply need to create and stick to a particular focus.
- The Five Broad Strokes of Marketing Entrepreneur - Wed, May 9, 2012 3:00 AM NZST
Master these five ideas, and you will be well on your way to becoming a master marketer.
- Mobile Roadie's Co-Founder on What You Need to Know Now About the Future of Mobile Apps Entrepreneur - Tue, May 8, 2012 9:00 AM NZST
If the future of business is mobile, where are mobile apps headed? We spoke with the entrepreneur behind the first self-service app creator on the road ahead.
- Smaller Retailers Tap Into the Power of Digital Displays Entrepreneur - Tue, May 8, 2012 7:00 AM NZST
Four retailers illustrate how digital signs can help attract customers and boost revenue.
- Pinterest and Warby Parker -- The Next Pre-IPO Stars? Entrepreneur - Tue, May 8, 2012 4:40 AM NZST
SecondMarket, an online marketplace for shares of private companies, ranks those with biggest jumps in popularity on its site.
- Why Forums May Be the Most Powerful Social Media Channel for Brands Entrepreneur - Tue, May 8, 2012 1:00 AM NZST
Forums and message boards can help you connect with customers -- but keep the marketing messages to a minimum.
- Headed to Asia for Business? Pack These Networking Tips Entrepreneur - Sat, May 5, 2012 3:00 AM NZST
Understanding cultural differences is becoming more important in the increasingly global economy. Consider this advice when seeking out new business connections in China and elsewhere in Asia.
- 7 Do's and Don'ts for Marketing With Pinterest Entrepreneur - Sat, May 5, 2012 2:00 AM NZST
New to Pinterest? Most businesses are. Here are some guidelines to help make the most of it for your marketing.
- 5 Critical Questions Facebook Must Answer in Its IPO Roadshow Entrepreneur - Sat, May 5, 2012 12:00 AM NZST
If founder Mark Zuckerberg wants to win over investors, he'll need to have clear explanations for these looming issues.
- An Inside Look at How Teams Create Great Business Ideas When Subway Meets 'Mad Men' in AMC's 'The Pi … Entrepreneur - Fri, May 4, 2012 11:02 PM NZST
Subway takes a star turn in a reality TV series about ad agencies competing for a big account. Viewers get a peek at how creatives brainstorm and what makes big companies tick.
- Most Retailers Saving Big on Debit Card Processing Fees Entrepreneur - Fri, May 4, 2012 9:35 AM NZST
Federal Reserve report shows financial reforms are making a difference for merchants, although some say it's not enough.
- Social Media Users Are Squeakier Wheels When It Comes to Customer Service Entrepreneur - Fri, May 4, 2012 7:00 AM NZST
Not convinced your business should provide customer service via social media? Turns out, social media users spend more when they receive great service.
- 9 Ideas for Health-Care Reform Entrepreneur - Fri, May 4, 2012 5:28 AM NZST
Our blogger says that the state discount pools for small businesses planned under the health-care reform seems like the most immediate way, among the myriad alternatives under consideration, to save business ...
- 7 Tips for Networking Entrepreneur - Fri, May 4, 2012 2:07 AM NZST
Many of us dread walking into a room and introducing ourselves to a bunch of strangers. Here's some advice for building professional relationships.
- How to Share Documents in the Cloud, Securely Entrepreneur - Fri, May 4, 2012 12:00 AM NZST
Move over Dropbox. A host of services are catering to businesses' security needs.
- 'Breastaurant' Battle Ends With Pair of Press Releases Entrepreneur - Thu, May 3, 2012 10:17 AM NZST
Hooters and La Cima, a franchisee for Twin Peaks, reach an out-of-court settlement -- though the war of words continues.
- Women Are More Social -- When It Comes to Social Media, That Is Entrepreneur - Thu, May 3, 2012 9:29 AM NZST
A new report shows women are the major players in social media. Time to tweak your marketing?
- Small Business Hiring Slows, But Still Adding More Jobs Than Large Companies Entrepreneur - Thu, May 3, 2012 8:25 AM NZST
While revenues rise among small businesses, the latest payroll numbers show the smallest increase in hiring in seven months.