Are Bed Bugs Coming to Your Office Next?
September 16, 2010, 6:35 PM
There's been a lot of disturbing reports in the news recently about infestations of blood-sucking bed bugs in homes, hotel rooms, even movie theaters. But did you know that there's a good chance their next stop might be where you ...

Strategies for Reducing College Tuition Costs
September 11, 2010, 10:10 AM
These days as a small business owner, I am worried. It's not about my customers, my team, or the economy. It's about paying for my son's college tuition.

How Health Care Reform Will Affect Small Businesses
September 08, 2010, 6:40 PM
Health care reform has been a hot button issue in the U.S. this year. Despite extensive media coverage, many small business owners are still in the dark about what health care reform actually means for us and our businesses.

Seed Funds: Hope or Hype?
August 26, 2010, 3:00 PM
I recently spoke with young serial entrepreneur Gary Whitehill about whether or not the seed funding phenomenon is a "bubble waiting to burst," or whether it really is a viable way for small companies to fund their startup costs.

The Only Business Partner Guidelines You Will Ever Need
August 18, 2010, 8:10 PM
A partner gives you a shared responsibility for the company so you don’t have to bear the entire weight yourself. Sometimes, two people together are greater than the sum of the whole (if they have a synergy of skills). Just ...

Have We All Finally Had Enough?
August 12, 2010, 1:35 PM
The buzz this week has been the story of Steven Slater, the fed-up flight attendant who made a dramatic exit from his plane (and his job) after abuse from a belligerent passenger. Is it time for us frustrated business owners ...

Historic California Ruling an Important Reminder for Business Owners
August 05, 2010, 5:45 PM
Yesterday's overturning of Proposition 8 in California brought the issue of equality to the country's attention. This is a good moment to remind yourself that, as a small business owner, it's your responsibility to ensure your company does not violate ...

Small Business Owners: Delusional or Optimistic?
August 05, 2010, 1:50 PM
In US Bank's 2010 Small Business Survey, see how small business owner's view the recession, the recovery and what is next for their business. Compare your region to the national results.

Selling Christmas in July
July 29, 2010, 5:30 PM
With temperatures around the county nearing the triple digits, the last thing we're thinking about is the holiday season. But even in July, e-commerce expert Damon Schechter advises business owners to stop thinking suntan and start thinking Santa.

Winning at the Business Loan Game
July 22, 2010, 5:05 PM
Expert says there's plenty of money out there if you know where to look.