Cash isn't king for this shop, even after Target
Consumers are using cash more since the Target hack, but business owners shouldn't bet on a new 'cash is king' era.
View ArticlePayback is a switch: Business case for EV charging
As electric vehicles catch on, businesses wonder if the cost of an EV charging station will pay them back in customers.
View ArticleWhy small biz needs to watch new Internet domains
Proponents of the domain expansion say it will help increase choice, but some experts say it may hurt small businesses.
View ArticleLessons from Microsoft’s slow-rolling succession
Successions are becoming more difficult for business owners. Consider: It took Microsoft 10 years to replace Bill Gates.
View ArticleMobile career apps heat up the war for talent
Companies of all sizes are launching career apps to find social media-savvy candidates who fit the company's culture.
View ArticleNew tech gadgets to turbocharge your business
To boost competitiveness, companies are eyeing exciting new breakthroughs—from drones to eye-tracking devices.
View ArticleLeading bank lenders for small-business loans
For small-business owners in need of loans, new data shows some surprising banks leading in mom-and-pop lending.
View Article8 signs pets are becoming big consumers
Here are eight signs the amount of money being spent on pets shows they've become a big consumer class in the US.
View Article10 best apps for road warriors
Here are 10 apps no business traveler should be without.
View ArticleThe growing case for diversity as a profit source
Diversity alone isn't a reason to invest in a stock, but an alpha-male and old-white-guy culture can cost shareholders.
View ArticleA fast-growing threat for business owners: Hackers
Small businesses are running for cover with cyberliability insurance as hack attacks soar.
View ArticleHow to turn a hobby into a career, without regrets
Hobbies can be expensive and take up a lot of time. So why not turn a hobby into a business? Plenty of reasons.
View Article9 ways to sidestep Facebook's rising ad rates
Small businesses are competing for ad space on Facebook. Here are strategies to help you capitalize on the power of social media.
View ArticleNext Hollywood-produced blockbuster: A start-up
As technology and entertainment merge, more film and TV giants are launching accelerators to find blockbuster start-ups.
View ArticleBrooklyn: From hipster hangout to global phenomenon
Brooklyn has begun exporting a very lucrative brand: itself.
View ArticleWho cashes in on King James' big Cleveland return
The NBA star's return to the Cavaliers will mostly benefit the team, with about $50 million flowing to Main Street.
View ArticleFour myths about state of small business
Don't believe these four myths about the death of mom-and-pop shops. There's more business opportunity than you think.
View Article8 networking apps not named LinkedIn, FB, Twitter
If you want to network better to grow your business, don't stop at LinkedIn. More unique networking apps are out there.
View Article10 famed US franchises that faced financial ruin
Franchises are lucrative for entrepreneurs, but default rates are high. Here are 10 famous franchises that struggled.
View ArticleWhy do those elitist millennials hate Big Beer?
Marketers are obsessed with millennials as they try to understand the new American spender. Big Beer is a good example.
View Article5 smart ways small biz can slash health costs
It's not easy to lower health insurance premiums, but here are some smart options you might not have considered.
View ArticleSpillover effect of cheap oil: Bankruptcy shock
Small and midsize oil and gas producers are running scared as millions are withdrawing from 2015 projects.
View ArticleBuild a team you love to work with
Companies are doing more to build team morale. Karaoke is out, but these ideas are in.
View ArticleCrowdfunding for start-ups is coming, and watch out
Crowdfunding is about to get a lot bigger, and potentially a lot more risky.
View ArticleWhy employers should watch unfaithful spouses
Employers beware: Staff cheating on their spouses isn't just a private matter. It's likely hurting your bottom line, a new survey finds.
View ArticleShazam CEO's 5 tips for making it big
The founder of the app that launched the music discovery business shares his successful business growth practices.
View ArticleWhy your corner store isn't safe from hackers
The data breaches at Target and Neiman Marcus have expanded. So are small to midsized businesses the next target?
View ArticleTurning Twitter and Facebook chatter into profits
When it comes to solid returns from social media, small businesses are leaving a lot of money on the table.
View ArticleGet ready to become a freelancer
President Obama discussed job growth in his address to the nation, but he overlooked the boom in freelancers.
View ArticleWeb orders eat local pizza restaurants for lunch
Web sales help national chains eat local pizza restaurants for lunch. One winner is Papa John's International.
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