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Let’s Celebrate Women Entrepreneurs
November 19, 2009, 2:30 PM
Six winners of Ernest & Young’s annual business award for women entrepreneurs, tell their stories.

Business Leaders Share Their Wisdom
November 12, 2009, 4:10 PM
I'm currently at the Ernst & Young Strategic Growth Forum, where entrepreneurs from all over the country gather to network and learn from some of the most influential minds in the business world. Let me share some of their words ...

Every Business Should Be Offering Gift Cards
November 05, 2009, 4:10 PM
Don't let preconceived notions about what's possible stop you from going head to head with the big boys. The next time a customer wanders into your business, make sure you card them!

What Are You Doing to Cultivate Abundance?
October 29, 2009, 4:50 PM
In life and in business, the more you give, the more you get. Adopting an "abundance mentality" can help entrepreneurs reward their employees, give back to their communities, and bring the bounty home to their businesses.

Are You Ready to Reinvent Your Business?
October 22, 2009, 4:30 PM
In these challenging times, you can't expect to grow if you don't embrace change. With more and more of today's business happening online, your Web site is a good place to start.

Trust Makes a Comeback in Business
October 08, 2009, 12:40 PM
I recently sat down with Chris Brogan, blogger extraordinaire and co-author of the New York Times bestseller Trust Agents, to discuss why, especially in the online business space, good, old-fashioned "customer trust" is more important than ever.

A Wealth of Information for Small Business Owners
October 01, 2009, 2:40 PM
I've just returned from the Grow Smart Biz Conference in Washington, D.C., where some of the country's most renowned business leaders and industry experts shared their knowledge and insight with an eager audience of entrepreneurs.

There Are No 'One Size Fits All' Solutions in Business
September 24, 2009, 4:15 PM
There's no shortage of business "experts" out there telling us business owners what we must do to succeed. But before following generic advice, ask yourself if it really makes sense for your business.

A Secret Weapon for Business Owners
September 17, 2009, 1:50 PM
Are you taking advantage of the many resources available to you at your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC)? With over a 1,000 locations across the U.S., these centers are the small business owner's best friend.

Feeling Adrift? How to Keep Your Spirits Up
September 10, 2009, 3:10 PM
Does the current economy make you feel like a shipwreck survivor, clinging to floating wreckage and waiting for rescue? Here are some small things I'm doing to keep my spirits up and my business afloat while waiting for the tough ...



Latest Comments in The Small Business Blog posts

A year ago, I quit my job to help my boyfriend start a small business . Since then, I've learned that everything you mention here is totally true. It's essential to market online (we now market almost entirely online due to the low cost.) In addition, it's important to keep inventing and searching for new niches. Thanks for a very useful post!
By: Anna on 11/18/09 at 12:33 PM
Are You Ready to Reinvent Your Business?
Just one more comment: You wrote - "In the Netherlands it is now mandated that women will make up 30 percent of corporate boards by 2015." In Norway the law states that women must comprise 40% of the corporate board structure and was fully implemented in 2008. Diversity at the board level is not just a good idea, but makes solid business sense. Yes, there is hope for the world.
- RICK SALMON (www.ricksalmon.com) ...
By: Rick Salmon on 11/18/09 at 4:56 AM
A Fascinating Look at Entrepreneurs Around the Globe
Rieve: Thank you for your report from France. Interesting reading. Over the past 5 years I have met more and more US-based VCs and consultants here at European venture events and conferences. It is smart to get out and see what others are doing. Bridging the gaps will make us both stronger. A frequent theme in my blog (Empowering European Entrepreneurs - www.ricksalmon.com) is how Europeans are different from USA entrepreneurs and must therefore understand and use those differences as competitive advantages. There are some core values and beliefs that USA startups have that are extremely valuable and need to be exported! I have been a keynote speaker or leader at over 15 venture events during the past year and at every single one, Silicon Valley gets mentioned as the perfect example of regional development and innovation. The problem is that many Europeans fail to understand that the secret is not in the regional infrastructure, but in the American belief that anything is possible. I will be leading the Selection Jury for the 2009 European Venture Awards in December in Barcelona. Tell me if you are interested in attending.

Regards, Rick Salmon
http://ricksalmon.com/2009/09/27/street-smarts/ ...
By: Rick Salmon on 11/18/09 at 4:44 AM
A Fascinating Look at Entrepreneurs Around the Globe
That article was really very helpful for me. I had found some similsr onformation on the site of Pakistan Property Real Estate.
By: David Morson on 11/17/09 at 11:12 PM
Business Leaders Share Their Wisdom
This is a great post. It is so true that small business owners need to build trust. Many People have been burnt by so much they are very wary. They take extra steps in making sure they are making a wise investment.
By: dawnaurora on 11/16/09 at 8:57 PM
Trust Makes a Comeback in Business

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