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Buying a Franchise During a Recession

When times are tough, buying into a franchise may be a good option. While many businesses are suffering from the economic downturn, some franchises are performing well during these tough economic times. Here are some reasons why buying a franchise during a recession may be a good move.

How to Earn Money from Blogging

If you are looking for a way to earn money from the Web and love to write, then consider starting and writing a blog. Learn the various ways you can earn money from your blog and through blogging.

How Much Do You Make from Your Business?

You start a business with the hope of primarily making a living from the business. Whether you want to earn just enough money to cover your living expenses or money that will allow you to live a jet setting lifestyle, the business needs to earn money for you. But are you making money from your business?

How Prepared Are You to Run a Business?

Are you prepared to run a business? This is the question that Linda J. Lord’s new book “The Pitch: Business Lessons Learned on the Soccer Field” explores. Your level of preparedness – mentally, intellectually and emotionally — can spell the difference between the success and failure of your business.

What Keeps a Small Business Entrepreneur Awake At Night?

Being a small business owner is fun, challenging, but never easy. Whether you are just starting a business or already running one, there are a number of things that will push your stress limits and keep you awake at night. Here are some of the common concerns of small business owners:1. Financial stress. One of the [...]

10 Secrets of Successful Entrepreneurs

How do you know whether you can be a successful entrepreneur? While there is no surefire formula for success, studies have shown that successful entrepreneurs share these ten characteristics. Watch the video to check if you possess any one of them.

Before You Quit Your Day Job and Start a Business

Jumping from employee to entrepreneur is a big, big move. You will lose the security of a steady paycheck and you will now be responsible for all the decisions needed to steer the business to success. Watch the video for more tips on how to ease your transition and prepare yourself for your new life as an entrepreneur.

Prepare Like an Olympian for the Challenges of the Business World

How does an Olympian prepare mentally for a once-in-a-lifetime event that can literally be over in seconds, but its results will last for the rest of his or her life? Surprisingly, in a very similar way as businessmen and women prepare for big projects. Learn the secrets of Olympic-caliber preparations from Olympic gold medalist Nikki Stone.

How to Finance Your Small Business

It takes money to make money. The success of your small business will depend on whether you have adequate capital needed to start and run the business. However, it is not easy, especially if you do not have the money and resources. Or you do not know where to get the funds you need especially in these tough economic times. Watch the video to learn about how to finance your small business

Promotional Postcards: Candy for Your Tradeshow Booth

If you've ever exhibited at a tradeshow, you know that one of the best ways to attract people to your booth is to load it with free stuff. Business cards, t-shirts, brochures, pens -- the more you litter across your table, the more traffic you get to your booth. Learn how using promotional postcards can increase the success of your tradeshow campaign.