• ELECTRONICS
    Google Welcomes Podcasts to Music Store

    Remember Google Listen? The podcast app by Google that took your audio RSS feeds from Google reader and played them then on Android smartphones? Unfortunately, the service was terminated in August 2012. However, in a surprising reincarnation, Google has jumped back into the podcast world, adding podcasts to Google Play Music in a move that […]

  • ELECTRONICS
    Top 100 Small Business Podcasts: 2014 Edition

    As the years roll on, podcasts still continue to be popular. We’re excited to announce the 5th Annual Top 100 Small Business Podcasts 2014 Edition. As many of you may already know, each year we choose 100 of the most informative small business podcasts we can find. While there are many great business podcasts out there, the […]

  • HOME & GARDEN
    9 Ways CEOs Can Best Hone Their Leadership Skills

    While some people are born leaders, it’s an area everyone can stand to improve upon — especially if you’re trying to grow a team. That’s why we asked nine entrepreneurs from Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) the following question: “How can CEOs and founders hone their leadership skills? Name one resource/tip.” Ways to Develop Leadership Skills Here’s […]

  • COMPUTERS
    Microsoft Introduces CRM for Small Businesses with Outlook Customer Manager

    Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) has just introduced a new Customer relationship management (CRM) tool for small businesses called Outlook Customer Manager. The release Follows the launch of the new customer scheduling tool Bookings earlier this year. In a post on its official Office Blogs, Microsoft’s outlook team describes the tool as, ‘”Relationships made easy for small businesses.” As […]

  • HOME & GARDEN
    5 Festive Tips for Getting Your Home Into the Holiday Spirit

    It’s almost that time again. You know what I’m talking about. It’s the holiday season! Soon, we’ll all be bombarded with Christmas music and holiday cheer. We’ll make our way to the malls and stores to do our Christmas shopping. It’s a time of year that is dramatically different from the rest. You know what […]

  • NEWS
    How Your Small Business Can Spread Positivity (Watch)

    Every Bit Of Positivity Counts. Here’s How to Start We Spent $6.9 Billion On This Election Donald Trump’s Victory Sparked Protests Across The Country Outside The White House, Fear (And Some Hope) After Trump’s Win Your small business doesn’t have to be just about making a profit. There are things you can do to make […]

  • HOME & GARDEN
    69 Percent of U.S. Entrepreneurs Start Their Businesses at Home

    0 If you operate your business from home, you’re not alone. A recent survey of U.S. businesses indicates the majority of entrepreneurs do the same. And that’s not just in the startup phase either. According to the 2012 Global Entrepreneurship Monitor report (PDF), more than half of U.S. entrepreneurs continue to operate their businesses from […]

  • HOME & GARDEN
    50 Unusual Pet Businesses to Start

    Love animals? There are so many different businesses you can start that allow you to work around dogs, cats and various other pets. You already know the basics — dog walking, training services, grooming, etc. But there are some more unusual pet business ideas out there as well. Below are unique pet related businesses you could […]

  • NEWS
    10 Hot Startups You’ve Never Heard Of (But Can Model Your Biz On)

    While startups like Airbnb, Dollar Shave Club, Snapchat, Uber and Dropbox get all the attention, there are thousands of other startups that deserve to be placed in the spotlight. Whether you’re a business owner or a consumer wanting to stay on top of the latest trends, here are 10 hot startups you may not have heard of but […]

  • HOME & GARDEN
    50 Low Tech Businesses You Can Start

    So, you have the entrepreneurial spirit but not a lot of tech know-how? Despite all of the high-tech startups that have popped up in recent years, there are still plenty of small business options out there that don’t require you to know the difference between CSS and QR codes. Below are low tech business ideas you […]

  • ELECTRONICS
    4 Startups Revolutionizing Small Business HR Plus One To Watch for Accounting

    Is your small business still manually onboarding employees? Are you concerned about maintaining compliance with new benefits laws, like ObamaCare, or how to effectively credit 401(k) contributions? As a solopreneur myself, I know how frustrating and time-consuming it can be to sort through stacks of employee and contractor paperwork. Put an end to the madness with an automated small business HR solution so […]

  • ALL DEALS
    A 30 Point Checklist for Your Startup

    So you want to start a business – congratulations!  Once you get over the initial excitement, it’s time to break down the process of launching your startup into manageable chunks. You might get overwhelmed with the sheer number of items on your to-do list. But not to worry; I’ve broken down this startup checklist into […]