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8 Small Business Owners Who Put Their Growth Plans Into Action

Posted 05.24.2013 | Small Business

This post is by Goldman Sachs as part of their sponsorship of The Huffington Post's What Is Working: Small Businesses Running a small business with...

Navigating Uncertainty to Grow Small Business Jobs and Revenue

Jean Horstman | Posted 04.22.2013 | Impact
Jean Horstman

While the economic reports of the day are only modestly improving, there are pockets where small employers are thriving. In their success, we can rewrite the narrative of American economic strength and prosperity -- if we listen and learn.

Unlocking the Global Trillion Dollar Crowdfunding Market

Kevin Lawton | Posted 01.31.2013 | Small Business
Kevin Lawton

To get to this point in crowdfunding history has taken some heroic efforts on the part of so many people. But as this space expands, we need even more leaders, from every continent to rise up and voice your support.

Five New Year's Resolutions to Grow Your Business

Ian Altman | Posted 03.23.2013 | Business
Ian Altman

These are steps that have helped companies double their growth without adding salespeople, earn more business from fewer pursuits, and ultimately provide enough success for executives to be able to spend more time with their family and focus on their personal goals.

Starting a Small Business

Ann DeOtte | Posted 11.14.2012 | Small Business
Ann DeOtte

I've learned that gradually building on past accomplishments can be a successful way to grow a business. This allows you to test your market, get operations working smoothly, and refine and strengthen your products or services.

It's About Jobs, Not Big Bird

Eloy Ortiz Oakley | Posted 12.18.2012 | Small Business
Eloy Ortiz Oakley

Everyone has a stake in growing our economy. Community colleges are well positioned to support local communities. Let's encourage more dialogue and partnerships between public, private and philanthropic organizations.

How I Learned to Think Like a CEO

Ken_Williams | Posted 12.06.2012 | Small Business
Ken_Williams

If you were offered an opportunity to grow your business, add new employees and cement your future, would you take it?

Small Business Growth Plummets: Report

The Huffington Post | Nate C. Hindman | Posted 10.05.2012 | Small Business

National employment may be on the rise, but Main Street is still paralyzed by uncertainty and weak demand, according to a new report. Private com...

One Question for President Obama Could Boost the Economy

Lloyd Chapman | Posted 12.03.2012 | Small Business
Lloyd Chapman

If one journalist were to simply ask President Obama one question, it could kick off a firestorm in our government that could create millions of jobs.

How to Build Your Small Business Customer Base

Melinda Emerson | Posted 09.05.2012 | Small Business
Melinda Emerson

As a business owner, you should always be on the hunt for new customers and seeking methods to bring them to your door. I offer you these tips that will help you keep your business out in front of your target customers.

A Win For The 99 Percent

Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama | Posted 02.24.2012 | World
Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama

The "99 percent" have called and we have heard them. Beginning Jan. 1, 2012, Fiji will reduce or eliminate taxes on 99 percent of taxpayers and cut taxes across-the-board for businesses.

Becoming an Expert in Any Field

Don McNay | Posted 12.25.2011 | Business
Don McNay

There is a misconception by some business people that one media appearance can make a business an "overnight sensation." I've seen people spend too much time pursuing that "lucky break."

Is Entrepreneurship All It's Cracked Up to Be? It All Depends on How You Approach It

Adelaide Lancaster | Posted 10.30.2011 | Small Business
Adelaide Lancaster

No one said instant satisfaction was the prize for starting a business. It can take a couple of years to figure out how to reap the benefits of being an entrepreneur, but consider those years part of your business investment.

Word of Mouth Marketing -- Powerful Messaging Via an Affordable Medium

April Rudin | Posted 05.25.2011 | Business
April Rudin

Word of mouth marketing is a medium which allows for powerful yet affordable messages to be spread through the consumer world.

New Year's Day: A Legal Dud With Resolutions for Change

Jim Thomas | Posted 05.25.2011 | Denver
Jim Thomas

There are ten federal holidays and this one is the dud. New Year's Day has no story or compelling national interest behind its status as a legal holiday.

Not all of the Financial News Is Bad

Byron Williams | Posted 05.25.2011 | Business
Byron Williams

CDFIs base their success on the antiquated formula of going out and meeting their potential borrowers, assessing the potential to repay loans based on the borrowers' assets.

Democrats Can Jump Start Recovery By Reinvesting in SBA

Michael P. Forbes | Posted 05.25.2011 | Business
Michael P. Forbes

Federal programs already exist that, with renewed interest and only a modest investment, could help lead us out of our worst recession in 80 years.