Start a Business Selling Government Surplus By Dean Novosat
Did you ever wonder what happens to all that government equipment that is purchased each year by federal, state, and local governments? They don
Why eBay Is A Smart Choice For Entrepreneurs By Tom Gruber
Attention entrepreneurs: If you think the search for the ultimate moneymaking business opportunity is like searching for a very small needle in a
5…4…3… 2...1… By David Handler
A streak dating back more than three decades came to an end at midnight on New Year's Eve. For the first time since 1972, as America rang in 2005
Realism vs. Optimism in the Business Plan By Dave Lavinsky
The most important function of a business plan is to create interest among investors so that they write a check. In achieving this goal, business
How To Find Focus And Turn Your Talent Into A Thriving Professional Business By Kendall SummerHawk
There are tons of books and articles available to help professionals start up their business, but few that give practical insights on how to nurt
Three C's - What Startups Need to Get a Business Loan, Part 1 By Mark Uptain
You want to get a good, solid overview of what it takes to acquire that business loan you need, especially if you are a startup. The essential el
The History of the Franchise Business - Learning about Business Opportunities by Looking at the Past By Howard Schwartz
Hair care has been around as long as humans have been on the planet. The earliest record of personal hair care dates back 2.5 million years ago,
Confidence = Preparation + Courage By Larry Galler
It always amazes me when I see someone on television holding a press conference – a lawyer outside a courtroom, a businessperson at the launch of
Competitive Edge By John Vinturella
In his book, The Road Ahead, Bill Gates of Microsoft writes of “friction-free capitalism” made possible by developments in communications, chief
Business Planning Overview By John Vinturella
The successful entrepreneur is generally more inclined, once a business idea is selected, to sharpen the concept by a detailed planning process.
An Entrepreneur's Challenge By Jan Verhoeff
Living in the twilight zone has its advantages. In the early days of starting my business, I found the limitations of living in a rural area to b
Venture Capital Negotiating Issues By Dave Lavinsky
When companies enter into negotiations with venture capital firms, there are several issues which need to be defined and agreed upon. This articl
The Business and Life You Want to Build By Michael Knowles
In the early days of my first consulting business, I knew I needed some sort of plan to give me the greatest chance at success. I took many a wro
Selecting a Venture By John Vinturella
The basic rule is simple: "Find a market need and fill it!" The process of finding the need, and the method chosen to fill it are where the diffi
Motivation and Commitment By John Vinturella
Why do people start small businesses? The most frequently cited motivation for business start-ups is to allow the entrepreneur to achieve indepen
The Role of Statistics in Prospect Modeling By Wendy Cobrda
Identifying prospects has come a long way since the days of simple list buying. With the hype flying fast and furious, sometimes it’s difficult t
What is Entrepreneurship? By John Vinturella
In discussing entrepreneurship and writing articles on the subject, I have found that it aids understanding when we begin by agreeing on exactly
What Makes a Person an Entrepreneur? By John Vinturella
Entrepreneurship is generally characterized by some type of innovation, a significant investment, and a strategy that values expansion. The entre
The Risks of Entrepreneurship By John Vinturella
The "spark" for many entrepreneurs is seeing an opportunity that doesn’t yet exist. Ted Turner, for example, launched CNN because he perceived th
Business Ideas By John Vinturella
Richard Branson, billionaire founder of Virgin Records and Virgin Atlantic Airlines, may be better known for his efforts to circle the globe in a
Evaluating an Opportunity By John Vinturella
Business opportunities are often based on broad trends, such as:• demographic, such as the "graying" of America (creating opportunities in
Let's Not Forget About The Little Guy By Jennifer Sullivan
Every business has to start somewhere. What truly makes this country great is the freedom of enterprenuership that every one of its citizens hav
The Business Leader as Ultramarathoner By Michael Knowles
Have you ever heard of an ultramarathon? A standard marathon is just over 26 miles. An ultramarathon is usually on the order of 50 or 100 miles,
Enterprising Route is to Go Your Own Way By Brian Burns
DON’T talk to me about education for entrepreneurs. They’re pouring far too much public money into it already - not counting the millions some we
Designing a Comprehensive Franchise Company Computer System By Lance Winslow
One of the most important management tools a franchised company needs is a great computer system. The system must integrate with all the franchis
Mobile Car Washing Long Term Opportunities in the Market By Lance Winslow
The long-term outlook for the Mobile Car Washing industry is positive. It is ripe for savvy company to develop regionally or nationally to domina
Differentiation Strategies for Franchise Companies By Lance Winslow
With the growing number of franchise offerings recently it is difficult for the smallest franchise companies to compete. They generally do not ha
Franchisor Sample Grand Opening Launch for New Franchised Outlets By Lance Winslow
It is paramount that all franchising companies work hard in the critical launching of all franchises in their new territories. In this present pe
Message to Prospective Franchisees for Franchisors By Lance Winslow
Many franchise companies fail to send the proper message to their prospective franchisees. This is partly due to the over regulation and intensit
Franchising Companies Need New Franchisee Checklists By Lance Winslow
When franchise companies are moving fast in the market place they must pay attention to the details. If a franchisor fails to give the required i
