small business

Government Regulation Is Killing Economic Growth

Robert L. Luddy — Fri, 18 May 2012 11:30:00 EST

The Founding Fathers wouldn't approve of Washington's policies preventing job creation.

How Government Can Unleash Small Business to Grow the Economy

David Brodwin — Thu, 10 May 2012 15:08:00 EST

Updating regulations helps local economies grow without endangering the public.

How Athletic Principles Help You Grow a Business

Young Entrepreneur Council — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:11:00 EST

Gain perspective, set bigger goals, and see more career wins.

The House Republicans' Head Scratching Economics

Chad Stone — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:00:00 EST

Across-the-board tax cuts for the rich will produce larger budget deficits, more inequality, and no net new jobs

5 Tricks for Conjuring Up a Winning Business Idea

Young Entrepreneur Council — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 07:56:00 EST

Are you struggling with what to do with your career next?

Congress Should Enable 'Crowdfunding'

David Brodwin — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:17:00 EST

With the right safeguards for investors, crowdfunding could help entrepreneurs create businesses and jobs.

What to Consider Before Joining a Small Company

Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 07:19:00 EST

There are pros and cons to working for a small business.

6 Questions Everyone Asks Before Starting a Business

Young Entrepreneur Council — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:02:00 EST

You'll need the answer to these 6 queries before earning your first dollar.

5 Free Tools Every Entrepreneur Should Know About

Young Entrepreneur Council — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:22:00 EST

Increase your productivity in networking, sales, email marketing, and more.

7-in-10 Blame Economy for Hiring Freeze

Paul Bedard — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 15:36:00 EST

Small businesses also see U.S. on verge of second recession.

New Fund Could Help Finance Your Startup

Ben Baden — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

Young entrepreneurs can apply for funding from Gen Y Capital Partners.

How Consumers and Communities Can Benefit From 'Buying Local'

Rachel Koning Beals — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:00:00 EST

Comparison shopping between independent stores and chains is about overall value, not just price.

Will Obama's Jobs Plan Help Small Business Hire More?

Meg Handley — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 EST

The plan is well-intentioned, but leaves much to be desired.

Why Small Businesses Aren't Fueling Job Creation in This Recovery

Meg Handley — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

A crisis in confidence is holding back the most important job powerhouse of the past two decades.

Women Executives Twice as Likely to Leave Their Jobs as Men

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 08:05:00 EST

A new study examines the reasons for female executive departures.

The Tea Party Movement Is a Middle Class Revolt

Peter Roff — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 10:53:00 EST

The Tea Party is bringing average citizens into elective politics.

Obama's Healthcare Reform Is Actually Worse Than We Feared

Chris Battle — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 13:47:00 EST

Businesses small to large are facing having to either change healthcare plans or drop them altogether.

Extend All the Bush-Era Tax Cuts?

U.S. News Staff — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 16:54:00 EST

Readers share their thoughts.

Square Personal Credit Card Reader Will Change Everything

Mary Kate Cary — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 09:30:00 EST

Private sector innovation like the new “Square” device is the best way to economic growth.

Small Business Jobs Bill Tops Most Searched List

Danielle Kurtzleben — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 16:30:00 EST

Public also interested healthcare reform and rumors of a transaction tax.

Holes in the Case for Keeping Bush Tax Cuts for the Rich

John Aloysius Farrell — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 13:57:00 EST

The senator’s plan would add $3 trillion to the national debt. Some conservative he is.

5 Tips for Becoming an Entrepreneur in Retirement

Emily Brandon — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Baby boomers are increasingly launching start-ups.

Should All the Bush-Era Tax Cuts Be Extended?

U.S. News Staff — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 11:26:00 EST

The debate focuses on whether extending them is necessary to strengthen the economy.

3 Ways Obama Could Boost Hiring

Rick Newman — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:34:00 EST

These moves might do more than the Democrats’ latest “jobs bill.”

Obama’s Coming Tax Hikes Will Cripple the Economy

Peter Roff — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 14:01:00 EST

The small businesses that make up the backbone of our economy will be called upon to underwrite, in the name of “raising taxes on the rich,” Washington’s addiction to overspending.