Georgia is failing its poor families Oct 16, 2009
Provide funding for the TANF Individual Development Account (a matched-savings program used for pursuing post-secondary education, starting a business and buying a home) that currently exists in policy only. If your neighbors were struggling to swim in stormy waters, would you throw them a life preserver so they could make it safely to shore. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
New Guide to Starting a Business in Keokuk, Iowa, now available Oct 16, 2009
New Guide to Starting a Business in Keokuk, Iowa, now available ... A partnership of Keokuk and Lee County agencies has released A Guide to Starting a Business in Keokuk, Iowa, a multi-page booklet filled with tips from basic contact information to financial assistance and business incentives ... The booklet includes a thorough checklist about what should be done when starting a business, letters about setting up business in Keokuk from the partner agencies, and chapters specifically... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Creators of "Minyanville Media" are prime examples of fulfilling SU "dream" Oct 14, 2009
Despite their differing backgrounds, the two frequently joked about starting a business together during their college days. Fifteen years later, they would do just that by creating Minyanville Media. (Daily Orange, NY)
Halloween Houses Oct 12, 2009
Cox is in the process of starting a business involving holiday d;cor and parties and the Halloween decorations are an extension of that, he said. Once he decided to start decorating, one thing led to another and it just kept getting bigger and bigger, he said. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Buying into a franchise can take uncertainty out of getting started Oct 11, 2009
When you have increasing unemployment, a lot of people look at starting a business as a way to provide for themselves, said Robert Nelson, district director for Massachusetts in the Small Business Administration. Franchising is one aspect of entrepreneurship that people can try to help get their business off the ground. (Boston Globe)
Restaurants seem to buck rough economy Oct 11, 2009
While some businesses are seeking help through struggles, others are looking at the opportunity of starting a business. Some are trying to turn a layoff into a chance to work for themselves as a business owner. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Seven famous founders share money mistakes, smart moves Oct 8, 2009
" Only about six years ago did he first begin to really grasp financial concepts. He made flubs such as not putting more company money in the bank to take advantage of compounding interest. And personally, he learned not to spend his money on "frivolous things," such as high-end watches. "I was always told, 'Jewelry is an investment,' but it's not," he says. He says he spent about a million dollars on watches that are worth only about $50,000 now. His advice for new entrepreneurs: glean... (The Clarion-Ledger)
The Doers vs. The 'Thinkers' Oct 7, 2009
Rather than theorize about economics, Jim takes an authentic risk by starting a business. He ends up employing 20 people and creating the capital that helps pay for their health insurance -- as well as fund many of the social safety net programs that Mr. Hoover dreams up. (Townhall.com)
JanSport founder brings short films to Penn State Oct 6, 2009
Skip Yowell, co-founder of JanSport, said having passion for what you do is the key to success when starting a business. "Then it's not work," he said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
From trash to treasure Oct 6, 2009
Unique bags: Though the demand for her pull-tab bags are substantial, May Oh has no intention of starting a business. Craft is her passion and she wants to keep it as her hobby, not her job. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Building materials outlet to open in Claverack Oct 5, 2009
Starting a business is a huge venture, and Habitat also needed to collect funding. Baer said that Habitat collected funding for the specific purpose of opening the store instead of using money that had already been raised, because those who donate to Habitat generally assume their money will go to help build a home for someone who needs one. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Turlock has help for fledgling businesses Oct 4, 2009
"I think that the important thing for starting a business is knowing that you have to have some support," she said. "I guess that holds true for the incubator itself.". (Modesto Bee, CA)
Starting a business is all about timing Oct 4, 2009
Sunday, October 04, 2009. The best time of year to start a business depends on the type of business and when the business cycle is at its best. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Business mistakes can be a great teacher Sep 30, 2009
""I was always told, 'Jewelry is an investment,' but it's not," he says. He says he spent about a million dollars on watches worth only about $50,000 now.His advice for new entrepreneurs: glean financial and business knowledge by taking classes or finding an internship in the field.Savvy move. John realized early on legal issues go with starting a business such as making sure patents and trademarks are in order."The first important thing to do is legally structure the company," he says. Building... (The Clarion-Ledger)
OLB Group, Inc. Initiates Fourth Quarter Marketing Campaign to Include Aggressive Nationwide Radio Campaign to Increase Revenue Sep 30, 2009
Mr. Ronny Yakov, CEO of OLB Group Inc., said, "We expect to generate a lot of qualified leads for our business by initiating this campaign. Weanticipate beingwell on our way to generating $25 million in yearly revenue in as early as 3 months. We offer individuals a robust, turnkey solution to opening an online business with the added benefit of health insurance for the business owners. Our depth of product offerings is without parallel in both scope and pricing. From cosmetics to DVD's and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fact vs. fiction: What makes a good small business owner Sep 30, 2009
Yet, when it comes to starting a business, we somehow think that only one kind of person can succeed. But there are thousands of different kinds of businesses. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Couple started 180 Advertising when they realized they had to create their next great jobs Sep 26, 2009
In a world where downsizing is the order of the day, both at advertising firms and at the marketing departments at big corporations, starting a business suddenly doesn t seem so scary. In 2009, it might be the only way to get that next great job, said John Blair, 38, and Chandra Blair, 39, the husband-and-wife advertising and marketing team who believe that working for a big firm or corporation no longer is a job-for-life proposition. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Resource Guide Sep 24, 2009
Two leading authors offer starkly different perspectives on the great American pastime: starting a business. Savvy new designers are using online stores, social networking sites and other do-it-yourself tactics to break into the fashion business. (CNN -- Money / Personal Finance)
Entrepreneurial Tightrope Sep 23, 2009
It becomes frustrating trying to read through tons of books on starting a business. Can you tell me where I might find a book that will lead to a successful business from start to finish. (USA Today -- Money)
Dasmond Koh helps out 'desperate' housewives Sep 23, 2009
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MillerCoors Urban Entrepreneurs Series Receives Endorsement of the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Sep 22, 2009
Starting a Business in Tough Economic Times. Knowledge is Power - Knowing and Communicating Your Niche. (PR Newswire)
UNI administrators plan 'community day' Sep 21, 2009
Small-business owners and those interested in starting a business are also invited to the Cedar Valley EntreBash Business Expo from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at George Washington Carver Academy in Waterloo. More Stories from News. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
CORPORATION TO START-UP: Be prepared Sep 21, 2009
START-UP HOW TO: TAKE THE E-TYPE TEST: THINKING OF STARTING A BUSINESS. LAST WEEK. (USA Today -- Money)
What kind of small business do you want to start? Sep 21, 2009
START-UP HOW TO: THINKING ABOUT STARTING A BUSINESS. To help would-be entrepreneurs get started, USA TODAY has outlined some of the more popular types of businesses that people start, as well as their pros and cons. (The Clarion-Ledger)
WSU to offer two entrepreneurship courses Sep 19, 2009
It includes templates for business and financial plans and other resources for starting a business. The other provides training on how businesses can leverage their strengths. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
> An interview with John Lassiter Sep 19, 2009
We ve put on seminars now twice over the last three years where we brought in banks and lenders and various suppliers and folks who have expertise in various startups to be models for folks who are thinking about starting a business. In a recession where large companies are shedding a lot of talent, a lot of folks say maybe it s the time for me to open a little consulting firm or maybe it s time for me to start a restaurant or maybe I want to open a flower shop. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Silicon Valley 'seeing revival' Sep 18, 2009
"The recession has been a great opportunity, and if you think about it Microsoft, Google and Cisco all started in a down economy, so starting a business now seemed like just as good a time as any," said Mr Kralik. "A lot of companies starting today are all appealing to how we can save money. Our business offers a huge opportunity for cities to save money by preventing, predicting and identifying urban blight. "Graffiti clean up is a $12bn (7. (BBC News -- Technology)
Save to prosper Sep 17, 2009
First-time buyers and self-certified borrowers joined the party, and those starting a business were given easy access to credit. But eventually, as more risky borrowers started to default, and banks realised these bad loans had been packaged up with good ones, this easy access was over. (BBC News -- UK)
OUR VIEW: Growth of small business key to economy Sep 16, 2009
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Angola Becomes U.S. Priority as Rising Energy Production Boosts Influence Sep 15, 2009
Long lag times for starting a business have deterred American investment. In 2007, it took 119 days to register an enterprise, according to the World Bank. (Bloomberg)
SMALL BUSINESS DREAMS: Owning one is a life's goal for many Sep 14, 2009
THINKING ABOUT STARTING A BUSINESS ... In this recession, starting a business from scratch or buying a franchise has been the way out for many. (USA Today -- Money)
Business news in brief Sep 14, 2009
Class designed for those who are thinking about starting a business. Market Planning I : 2-5 p.m., Sept. 22. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Delta pioneer: Packing heat, making millions Sep 12, 2009
Think you had it tough starting a business. Theodore Roosevelt Mason Howard had it tougher. (CNN -- Money)
Liberia: Country Ranked High In 'Doing Business Survey' Sep 12, 2009
For example, the Doing Business Survey takes into consideration "starting a business, dealing with construction permit, employing workers, registering property, protecting investors, and paying taxes. Others are trading across borders, cost of export, enforcing contracts, closing a business and many more. In almost all of these critical areas, Liberia's ranking is far beyond expectation, thus placing it in the position it is currently seating. In these areas, Liberia moved from one place to... (allAfrica.com)
Rwanda: A New Model for Africa's Development [opinion] Sep 11, 2009
Among some of the indicators used, include; starting a business, dealing with construction permits, registering property, trading across borders, paying taxes and enforcing contracts - these fall under the time and motion indicators. The other category scoring indicators (legal indicators), looks at employing workers, getting credit, protecting investors and closing business. (allAfrica.com)
Doing Business Report 2010 - Rwanda Becomes World's Top Reformer Sep 11, 2009
The key areas of reform considered by the report include starting a business employing workers, getting credit (legal rights), protecting investors, registering property, closing a business and trading across borders. According to the report, Rwanda is the 5th highest ranking African country after Mauritius (17th), South Africa (34th), Botswana (45th) and Namibia (66th). (allAfrica.com)
Rwanda: World Bank - Country Progress is Impressive Sep 11, 2009
The indicators are: Starting a business, dealing with construction permits, registering property, getting credit, protecting investors, paying taxes, trading across borders and enforcing contracts. In nutshell, looks at procedures, time taken costs of the procedures and the legal/regulatory framework. (allAfrica.com)
Free Ecommerce Option for Small Bus... Sep 10, 2009
The overhead cost involved with opening even a single physical store front often excludes entrepreneurs with low budgets from starting a business. A web store gives small businesses the chance to sell not only in the immediate area - businesses can also sell to a broader geographic area with a single website. (Suite101.com)
Rwanda: Country Leads the World in Business Sep 10, 2009
Out of the 10 indicators of the World Bank, Rwanda registered massive reforms-the best globally, in starting a business, employing workers, dealing with construction permits, registering property, getting credit, protecting investors, trading across borders and closing business. It also emerged the most consistent reformer, moving from 143 to 67 in the rankings followed by Mauritius, which is 17th overall, from 24th position in the previous report. (allAfrica.com)
Comfort and family Sep 10, 2009
It is the recipes passed down through her family, as well as her own story of starting a business with the title to my station wagon that make up Sister s new 180-page coffee-table cookbook, Cast Your Bread Upon the Waters, which will hit the streets this coming week. There are a lot of wonderful bread recipes from five generations of great cooks in the book, Sister said. (Brewton Standard, AL)
* Taiwan up 15 spots in business ranking Sep 10, 2009
The area in which Taiwan made the most significant progress was in the ease of starting a business, which was up 90 notches to No. 29 ... During that period, Taiwan made great improvement in streamlining its lengthy and complex procedures involved in starting a business, which had been one of the most criticized aspects of the countrys business environment, the report said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Rwanda: Doing Business Report - Country's Hopes High Sep 9, 2009
Major reforms implemented by the ministry and Rwanda Development Board (RDB) aimed at easing the process of starting a business in Rwanda, are expected to boost the country's chances of getting a double-digit ranking ... She added that the board has streamlined the process of starting a business, where in the last report it took 9 procedures and 16 days to register a company. (allAfrica.com)
Should I sell my shares and put the money into super? Sep 9, 2009
A discretionary family trust usually works well if you are starting a business but it is essential you get advice from an accountant first. It's extremely difficult to change direction once the business is a going concern. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
No babe in the woods Sep 6, 2009
Instead of starting a business and waiting for it to take off before giving back to society, the 30-year-old decided to do so from Day One. Lim, who lives in Massachusetts in the United States, launched her company, Kayu, last October in conjunction with World Sight Day. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Face value: Missionary man Sep 2, 2009
In its Doing Business survey, the World Bank ranks Brazil 121 places lower than America on ease of starting a business. According to Mr Neeleman, lots of things that companies need, from capital to telephone lines and computing expertise, are indeed more expensive in Brazil than in America. (The Economist)
How to Start a Home-Based Business Sep 2, 2009
it is a common misconception that starting a business - even a small business - has to cost a small fortune. Coming up with business ideas can also feel overwhelming to a person considering making the change to self-employment. (Suite101.com)
Small business Sep 1, 2009
Your Business show page. Check out the new Your Business show page. (MSNBC -- Business)
EMC’s Egan had some very strong selling points Sep 1, 2009
Egan was the one who called Marino one day long ago, inviting him to get together at the Newton Marriott to discuss the idea of starting a business. He may have had vision, but I doubt Egan could have imagined what they would eventually accomplish. (Boston Globe)
Kandoo CEO says boat will sail again Aug 31, 2009
Longtime tourism veteran Frank Haas said starting a business in an economic downturn makes good sense. "The concept seems very sound," Haas said, especially for a visitor destination with lots of repeat visitors. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Find out how to start and run your own business during Tuesday's Money Talk$ Web chat Aug 30, 2009
One of its regular seminars is First Steps to Starting a Business, which covers such topics as business potential, ownership characteristics and marketing. Over the past five years, the center has assisted area businesses with creating more than 1,900 jobs, achieve sales growth of more than $35 million, and securing financing in excess of $30 million. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Paterson decides on more than 80 bills Aug 29, 2009
Under the bill, for the first time, such action can now be taken against partnerships and limited liability companies, which are becoming more popular forms of starting a business. The bill also raises the minimum possible civil penalty that employers face for wage law violations from $200 to $1,000. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Archive: Starting a Business from Scratch Aug 27, 2009
After Layoffs, Starting a Business from Scratch - BusinessWeek ... After Layoffs, Starting a Business from Scratch. (BusinessWeek)
What's Current Aug 25, 2009
Starting a Small Business: Get an overview of the critical first steps of starting a business: assess your strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership; learn the importance of planning; discuss legal and regulatory requirements; and identify sources of funding. Sunday Mass: We aren't "morning people" either. (The Current Online, MO)
Friday, August 28 Aug 25, 2009
Get an overview of the critical first steps of starting a business: assess your strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership; learn the importance of planning; discuss legal and regulatory requirements; and identify sources of funding. August 28, 2009 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM in J.C. Penney Conference Center, One University Blvd. Cost: $40. (The Current Online, MO)
Inner City Students Cap Summer Enrichment Program at the Orange County Performing Arts Center Aug 25, 2009
The students will also visit Mamas Small Business Kitchen Incubator in Pasadena, a licensed food preparation and education area for those starting a business. An economic development project of the Episcopal Housing Alliance, the Incubator and Caf help stimulate the local economy by utilizing local resources. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Kim, Kessler & Cowan: Don’t Pass on the ‘Next New Deal’ Aug 25, 2009
Because of this arbitrariness of fate, many Americans make deeply personal and professional decisions simply to ensure they keep their coverage staying in the wrong job just for the benefits or giving up the dream of starting a business. The insurance industry reforms that President Barack Obama and many in Congress have already agreed upon would change all of that, replacing individual risk and unpredictability with security and stability. (Roll Call)
Recession Ride Taxi Service Aug 22, 2009
He thought of starting a business delivering taco ingredients to people's homes. "People love tacos," he said. (CBS News)
SECU Members Provide Funding for Biz Kid$ Financial Literacy Program Aug 22, 2009
The curricular materials associated with the program build upon lessons gained through the content of television episodes, covering concepts including money basics, financial goal planning, credit, income, expenses, starting a business, and more. SECU is working with the Carolinas Credit Union Foundation (CCUF) and UNC-TV on the initiative. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
More Workers Finding New Jobs Aug 20, 2009
Starting a Business - An increased number of job seekers have adopted an "If you can't find a job, create one" way of thinking. Nearly three-in-ten workers (29%) who have not found jobs are considering starting their own business up from 25% in March. (CIO Information Network)
Chamber offers seminars on starting a business Aug 18, 2009
for free extra services. Subscribe to The Business Review. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Hungry for success Aug 16, 2009
Danielle Babb, a business growth expert, said starting a business in a recession may seem like a scary idea, but it's actually the best time to get started for a number of reasons. "You can get labor and goods that are of high quality for less than normal," Babb said. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Casino jobs aren’t enough Aug 16, 2009
It begins with streamlining the process for starting a business. Massachusetts must be a destination that holds opportunity for new immigrants and other start-up entrepreneurs, not just the established and affluent. (Boston Globe)
Business briefs Aug 16, 2009
The U.S. Small Business Administration will hold a workshop on starting a business from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 8 at the Laramie County Library. Participants can learn about free assistance that is available from a variety of sources to help start and run a business, according to a press release. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Oregon Rep. Fights Palin, Gingrich Attacks Aug 14, 2009
" I don't know the specifics of hubby's case, I'm not a doctor, but I can use Googie. Perhaps the Doc at the VA had her reasons, and the Mayo Clinic has (cough, money, cough) reasons. by Demoserver August 13, 2009 9:26 AM EDT It is so disheartening to realize how many people are content to follow like sheep and and fail to informthemselves instead of listening to the likes of Palin,Gingrich and the others who's only purpose in life isto stir up trouble. If Palin thinks she has a chance if she... (CBS News -- US)
Avast, ya pirates! Aug 10, 2009
August 9: Having a great idea is key to starting a business, but how do you protect the idea once you get started ... August 9: Having a great idea is key to starting a business, but how do you protect the idea once you get started. (MSNBC -- Business)
