Small business Nov 3, 2009
Your Business show page. Halloween is more than ghosts and witches these days. (MSNBC -- Business)
Business complex seeks biotech tenants Nov 3, 2009
"More of our residents have an interest in starting a business. This could be a facility (for them).". Woods said an increasing number of Baby Boomers who move to Sun City West still work. (AZCentral -- Business)
Starting a business despite the economy? Help is out there Nov 1, 2009
Starting a business despite the economy ... More than two out of five Americans have considered starting a business since the economic downturn, and about 24 percent of those have actually opened up their own business, according to a recent survey ... But it isn't easy starting a business from scratch even in the best economic situation. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Finding success with home-based businesses Oct 31, 2009
With mass layoffs across most sectors, more people are beginning to explore the idea of starting a business at home. There are nearly 30 million small businesses in the country and more than half are home-based, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
UK plans Zimbabwe asylum removals Oct 30, 2009
" 'Normalisation'Mr Woolas said the UK Border Agency would spend the autumn working "on a process aimed at normalising our returns policy to Zimbabwe, moving towards resuming enforced returns progressively as and when the political situation develops". ZIMBABWEAN ASYLUM SEEKERS IN THE UK Asylum applicants 1999 - 2008: 28,000 Given refugee status: 4,480 (19%) Granted other rights to stay: 390 (2%) Refused: 17,705 (74%) Legal ruling barred most removals in 2006 Voluntary returns 07-08: 345... (BBC News -- Africa)
Starting a Restaurant Business Oct 29, 2009
Gutierrez admits that starting a business from scratch is definitely a challenge, but it's "also the greatest satisfaction that you can ever have to have your own business... maintain focus and be consistent, and don't be afraid. There's a nice light at the end of the tunnel." Opening a restaurant is a daunting undertaking, but it's possible to succeed with the right ideas, passion, and persistence. AIC101. (Suite101.com)
Iraqi Searches for Brothers in Ancient Cemetery Oct 26, 2009
In December 2005, Mahdi's oldest brother Sami, 52, traveled from his hometown of Karbala to Baghdad with the dream of starting a business in Egypt. He planned to spend the night at a hotel and catch a flight to Cairo the next morning. (Fox News)
'They're going to end up learning nothing' Oct 25, 2009
"It's almost like starting a business, but we had three weeks to do it," said association President Lylah Reid-Akana ... "It's almost like starting a business, but we had three weeks to do it," said association President Lylah Reid-Akana. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Blueprint: Young owners of firm going places Oct 24, 2009
"We've been talking about starting a business for a long time," said Calle, a real estate major. Summer before last, they took the plunge, starting SEC Excursions out of their Milledge Avenue apartment. (Athens Banner-Herald)
WSUs SBDC to host resource expo Oct 24, 2009
The event, the business development center says, is an opportunity for existing and prospective small business owners to learn about growing or starting a business. It s also a chance to take advantage of free or low-cost business consultation services, says Ken Elliott, a consultant with the KSBDC.. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Small Business Strategies Oct 23, 2009
Of course, if you're just starting a business, going through the business plan process is absolutely critical. From time to time, you may hear people say it's not necessary to have a business plan, but what they really mean is that it's not necessary to have a "written" business plan. (USA Today -- Money)
Williston State College holds innovation day Oct 23, 2009
Main topics of discussion for the dozen attendees in Williston were an introduction to Innovate N.D., local resources for starting a business, various forms of funding and resources for venture planning assistance. "We're here to provide technical support to anyone who wants to join the competition. We're here to help share with anyone that wants to get a business off the ground and to learn the processes on how to do so," said MacSteves. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
L&L CEO to teach 2 free classes Oct 22, 2009
The names of the courses are: Pros of Starting a Business and Marketing the Business. They are the first in a series offered by the chamber. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Are You An Entrepreneur? Series Premieres on The Business Channel At 6 pm Eastern Oct 20, 2009
The first program focuses on key factors involved in starting a business. It touches on the often overlooked topic of having the right mindset to be in business for yourself. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Deciding to Open a Franchise Busine... Oct 20, 2009
Entrepreneurs starting a business choose franchishing for the proven business system and brand recognition, but fees and regulations are also part of the bargin. The concept of franchising is simple; for a price, entrepreneurs get use of an established company s business model, instant consumer recognition, brand recognition and access to training and support. (Suite101.com)
National expert provides tips on entrepreneurship Oct 16, 2009
She also suggested starting a business plan competition and establishing formal internships and job shadowing with entrepreneurs. In Step 4, create No Wrong Door, Markley suggested forming a service provider network and forming collaborative partnerships among service providers. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
> 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)
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)
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
Lost Confidence wrote on Sep 15, 2009 2:23 PM:" Ok Harry here's why I disagree. This year I am going to take another 23% increase on my group health plan that I pay for for my employees. Rather than address the real problems ie. tort reform, and letting ins companies sell across state lines. The governments answer is to add 8% to my payroll taxes and let them take care of it. 8% is more than the premium--even with the 23% increase. While I don't doubt your abilities Harry I would guess--I don't... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
* 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: 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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Small business Sep 1, 2009
Your Business show page. Check out the new Your Business show page. (MSNBC -- Business)
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)
