The goal of any business – small or otherwise – is to grow, but growth can bring with it unexpected headaches.
Small Business
How to Protect Your Intellectual Property
One of the scariest things for an entrepreneur is the fear that someone might steal your idea. While you can’t completely eliminate the threat of intellectual property theft, there are some basic steps you can take to protect yourself.
When to Let Go and Delegate
As an entrepreneur, you typically want to do it all yourself, but there comes a time when you need to turn over some responsibilities to someone else. In fact, that should be your goal if you want your company to grow.
10 Smart Rules for Giving Negative Feedback
Here’s how to handle employees when a kick in the rear is more appropriate than a pat on the back.
Teachers Get Techy: Education-Focused Startups Are Making In-Roads into Classrooms
Technology, once a distraction for students, is finding its way into classrooms in a way that is more seamless than ever.
How to Make Display Advertising Work for Your Small Business
Display advertising can be a great way to build brand recognition for your up and coming business, but you need to follow a few simple practices to get the most out of your online advertising dollars.
Can Entrepreneurship Bring Change Where the Arab Spring Has Not?
Gathered together around a wide table, the group of entrepreneurs in Dubai for this year’s MIT Enterprise Forum Arab Business Plan Competition represented a key constituency of the Arab Spring generation: Young, educated, and …
9 Things That Motivate Employees More Than Money
Don’t show ’em the money (even if you have it). Here are nine better ways to boost morale.
Creating an Excuse-Free Company
Want to move beyond blame to a culture of accountability? Start with yourself.
Crowdfunding Could Be the Boost Your Startup Needs
If you haven’t heard of crowdfunding, you might want to at least take a look at it. It could be an easy way to fund your startup.
Should Your Small Business Use Daily Deal Services?
The idea is enticing: You could potentially drive hundreds, if not thousands, of new visitors to your small business by using daily deal services like Groupon or Social Living. But before you jump in, know the risks.
Learn From Your Competitors
You can learn a lot from your competitors – and their websites and search rankings may be a good place to start.