Small Business

 

Banks Sock Small Businesses With Fatter Fees

3:45 pm, November 03, 2009

Call it good business or legal extortion, but the small business-bank relationship is changing fast, thanks to new rules on bank insurance fees.

 

Congress Talks Green Aid for Small Firms

12:15 pm, November 03, 2009

The Senate kicked off hearings for the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act, a bill that could bring money to small firms specializing in green technology.
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Small Biz Lender CIT Files Chapter 11

1:45 pm, November 02, 2009

The bankruptcy of key lender CIT is adding to the retail industry's worries ahead of the critical holiday shopping season.

 

Are You Brand-Washed?

2:29 pm, October 30, 2009

Consumers are fickle in a recession, abandoning brands for generic versions. These companies have managed to keep customers, though. Here’s how.

 

The Gender Gap: Surprising Stats & Stories

7:00 am, October 28, 2009

Women work more, earn less and must fight red tape and bad stereotypes to succeed in their personal and personal lives.

 

President Bush: Motivational Speaker

7:00 am, October 27, 2009

Former President Bush is offering words of wisdom, and you can hear them in person for only $4.95. What other motivational speakers might you benefit from?
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Most Controversial Ads of 2009: Consumer Reactions

6:19 pm, October 26, 2009

Here’s our list of advertisements infuriated consumers this year. Often creative. Always crazy.

 

Balloon Boy Costume: A Lesson in Entrepreneurial Instincts

6:16 pm, October 26, 2009

When opportunity flies overhead, chase it.

 

How to Get on TV: Give Your Biz a Boost

1:04 pm, October 23, 2009

The right TV appearance can give your business a boost and enhance your own image. Here's how to break in.

 

The Halloween Business: Life After Oct. 31

4:21 pm, October 22, 2009

For one month, they are the busiest stores in town. But what happens on November 1st?