Choosing to Run Your Own Business
Choosing to run your own business is a big step that few people take lightly. While
the rewards seem self-evident, the challenges are substantial also. Learn more about
what making the choice is about from assessing whether taking the step is right for you.
Business Schools
Business schools are a good resource for local information about business in your state.
Many have entrepreneurship or small business centers that provide information and
resources for local small business owners. They also offer seminars and continuing
education programs that can be useful in learning new skills for running your business.
Strategic Alliances
One of the fastest growing trends for small business today is the increasing number
of strategic alliances. Alliances range in scope from an informal business relationship
based on a simple contract to a joint venture agreement in which for legal and tax
purposes either a corporation or partnership is set up to manage the alliance.
Small Business News
|
Sat, 10 May 2008 01:07:00 EDT: Robbins Helped Concoct 31 Flavors Policy Irvine Robbins, co-founder of Baskin-Robbins, opened an ice-cream store with offbeat flavors at a time when most people's experience of the treat was three flavors, dipped at the local drugstore. |
|
Thu, 08 May 2008 13:26:00 EDT: Second Act Careers: Wall Street Trader Turned Fitness Guru After a successful – and accidental – career as a Wall Street trader, Sarah Lurie decided to pursue an advanced economics degree. But along the way her direction changed again and now she is a fitness guru and gym owner. |
|
Thu, 08 May 2008 12:34:00 EDT: Recipe for Success How can a small business offset rising commodities costs without raising prices to the point that customers have to find other vendors? A Connecticut baker is trying out a number of ideas. Its experience may offer lessons for other small companies. |
|
Thu, 08 May 2008 06:48:00 EDT: Ensuring Your Business Cards Mean Business Whether you're starting over or starting out, you need a business card that makes a memorable first impression in today's tight employment market. |
|
Wed, 07 May 2008 15:47:00 EDT: Paradigm Shift Not So Funny With mainstream pros like Comedy Central thundering onto the Web, it's unclear if any humor niches will be left over for smaller businesses. |
Courtesy of
The Wall Street Journal Online
