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This is a wonderful review of bizSugar by Terra Andersen at BetterForBusiness.com. If you haven't had the chance yet, check out her site. She's got some great articles and often finds unique angles on business that aren't covered by other writers. Quote from review: "this concept was MUCH NEEDED in the business world. I am beyond happy that Read More

Artisans, historically defined as skilled craftsmen who fashioned goods by hand, will re-emerge as an influential force in the coming decade. These next-gen artisans will craft their goods and shape the economy — through upswings and downturns — with an effect reaching far beyond their neighborhoods, or even their nations. That's one of the c Read More

The economic stimulus bill signed into law included one tax break for small businesses added by the Senate, but lost another as Congressional leaders bowed to White House pressure to move quickly without adding too many amendments.

The key addition affecting small businesses is an expansion of "bonus depreciation," which allows investments in Read More

It's times like these that retailers panic. They expect, or have experienced, a turndown in sales and are trying to figure out how to broaden their market to increase sales. But is this the best strategy during a recession? This article covers this question and provides other ways to increase sales during a downturn. Here's a quote: "A smal Read More

Many small business owners don't offer retirement plans, wary of the costs. But they can be worthwhile investments that help attract and retain employees, while offering tax benefits for companies.

Fees have come down in recent years, the result of increased competition among retirement plan management companies. Business owners should also kee Read More

Online customers want in-store pick-up. But what if you don't have a store? When in-store pick-up isn't available, for instance with online-only retailers, a new service from Shopatron can be used. The Shopatron platform helps etailers connect with brick-and-mortar stores in the consumer's area so that practically any item ordered online can be Read More

I explain how I am making MORE money in a down economy, and how I use small disadvantages of other businesses to MY advantage. Sound Mean? It's not! I promise! After all, it's really all about MAKING MONEY, right?? Read More

Anita Campbell, editor of Small Business Trends, asked some of the world's top marketers, small business experts and bloggers one short and sweet question: “Please share one of your best kept marketing secrets”.... Read More

Microsoft is merging the three existing paid versions of its Office Live Small Business product into one and making that single version available for free, the company announced on February 11. Office Live Small Business is the set of Web-based services, targeted at companies with 10 employees or fewer, that are designed to complement Microsoft Read More

This is an excellent interview with Joel Spolsky of Fog Creek Software about how to bootstrap your business without taking money from a venture capitalist. Joel gives excellent advice for the majority of entrepreneurs who will start their companies up without being backed by a venture capitalist. Read More