February 17, 2009

Protecting Your Personal Assets

As an entrepreneur, you've put a lot on the line. So take a few steps to protect your assets if your business should fail or get sued

August 26, 2008

When Should You Quit Your Day Job?

Entrepreneurs who hold down a full-time job while bootstrapping a startup must time their departure based on their confidence in the new business

July 02, 2008

Rising Health-Care Costs Hurt Small Biz

A survey of some 4,000 self-employed individuals and business owners with 10 or fewer employees finds most can't afford to offer health insurance to employees

March 31, 2008

How to Choose a Business Partner

Evaluate based on skills and personality, not emotional ties. Then define roles and formalize the agreement with the help of a lawyer

May 02, 2007

Hiring Obese Employees

You can't screen out potential hires based on looks. Your decision should be made according to their ability to perform job functions

August 09, 2006

Securing a Loan After Bankruptcy

Small business hopefuls with shaky credit histories must be prepared to explain what happened in the past—and why their future businesses will be profitable

September 26, 2005

The Facts on Finder's Fees

Who wouldn't like to receive a wad of cash for thinking up a deal? It can -- and does -- happen, but you'd better know the rules