Startup Basics
NEWS & TRENDS: 
Erika Jayne On the Business of Topping the Billboard Charts
February 18, 2012 | 05:00 AM ET
Even dance pop queens think like entrepreneurs some times. Erika Jayne tells us how she handles rejection and how she keeps her brand fresh. View Full Article
NEWS & TRENDS: 
10 Celebrities Hiring Right Now
February 15, 2012 | 06:00 AM ET
Between the Grammy's and the Oscars, February is saturated with celebrities. If that's not enough for you, maybe it's time to consider a career that will put you in the proximity of the r... View Full Article
NEWS & TRENDS: 
America's Most Romantic Companies
February 13, 2012 | 05:00 AM ET
Still sticking with chocolate and flowers? Maybe it's time to branch out this year with some very romantic – and creative – companies that offer a unique take on romance. View Full Article
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Nominated for a Grammy, But Still an Entrepreneur
February 11, 2012 | 06:00 AM ET
Jazz musician and former American Idol music director John Beasley on perseverance, rejection and thinking like an entrepreneur. View Full Article
STARTUP BASICS: 
How to Write a Business Plan
December 29, 2011 | 07:40 PM ET
Ready to write your business plan? Here's what you need to know. View Full Article
STARTUP BASICS: 
How To Choose the Best Type of Business Entity
December 15, 2011 | 10:08 AM ET
Figuring out what kind of business entity to register can be a challenge. View Full Article
DecisionMaking: 
Four Tips for Avoiding Business Failure
September 4, 2010 | 11:04 AM ET
Experts offer tips on how to avoid startup failures View Full Article
Strategy: 
Lessons from the Corporate World
August 20, 2010 | 09:53 AM ET
Advice for when you’re ready to fly the coop. View Full Article
Insurance: 
Small Business Insurance: What Do You Need?
August 16, 2010 | 09:26 AM ET
How to determine your small business insurance needs View Full Article
Employees: 
How Does Immigration Law Affect My Business?
August 11, 2010 | 08:11 AM ET
Trade groups aim to keep e-Verify optional View Full Article
Managing Relationships: 
Stress Management Key to Keeping Business (and Owner) Alive
August 6, 2010 | 12:25 PM ET
Get help and focus on what’s important to help manage stress. View Full Article
Franchising: 
Should You Franchise Your Business?
August 4, 2010 | 01:54 PM ET
Tired of flipping burgers? Maybe it’s time to start a franchise. View Full Article
July 28, 2010 | 11:17 AM ET
How to avoid hiring entitled or angry employees. View Full Article
Copyrights: 
How to Protect Your Business Idea
July 27, 2010 | 01:31 PM ET
Intellectual property, while not listed on a company’s balance sheet, is a valuable asset worth protecting. View Full Article
DecisionMaking: 
How to Make Effective Business Decisions
July 21, 2010 | 10:32 AM ET
Trusting your gut is only half the decision making secret. View Full Article
Organization: 
Business Types: Sole Proprietorships, Corporations and More
July 13, 2010 | 04:26 PM ET
Legal structure affects taxes, paperwork and liability. View Full Article
Contracts: 
Writing Good Business Contracts Takes Expert Advice
July 13, 2010 | 01:29 PM ET
Even with the help of forms and software, business contracts should get an expert legal eye View Full Article
July 13, 2010 | 01:00 PM ET
What to do if your business is more than just your name. View Full Article
Health Insurance: 
How Do I Buy Health Insurance for My Small Business?
July 11, 2010 | 08:44 PM ET
Small business health care plans can vary in benefits, costs and coverages. View Full Article
Hiring: 
Hiring Your First Employee
July 11, 2010 | 07:44 PM ET
Hiring your first new employee can be a daunting task. View Full Article
Small Business Resources: 
What is a Small Business Development Center?
July 11, 2010 | 06:25 PM ET
Small Business Development Centers offer a wide range of services for the new business owner. View Full Article
July 11, 2010 | 06:22 PM ET
A Federal Employer Identification Number is needed for certain businesses. View Full Article
Attorneys: 
Should a Small Business Use an Attorney?
July 11, 2010 | 06:19 PM ET
What legal services should a small business hire a corporate lawyer. View Full Article
July 10, 2010 | 02:50 PM ET
The forms you'll need to run your business. View Full Article
Licenses: 
Business Licensing: What You Need to Know
July 9, 2010 | 03:12 PM ET
State requirements vary for business licenses View Full Article
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