Women-owned Firms Increase Nearly 20 Percent
Women-owned firms increased nearly 20 percent over the latest period studied, according to a report released today by the Office of Advocacy of the U.S. Small Business Administration. During the five years between 1997 and 2002, women-owned firms grew by 19.8 percent while all U.S. firms grew by about 10 percent.
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U.S. Remains 'Best Bet' for Entrepreneurial Success
Despite opportunities overseas, venture capitalists are still focused on U.S. investments, according to a new study. Although venture capitalists continue to expand globally, they say the U.S. remains the most attractive investment market, according to a study by Deloitte & Touche and the National Venture Capital Association.
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Price of virtual living: Patience, privacy
The virtual worlds depicted in the movies "The Matrix" and "Minority Report" can often seem far too real in today's world of computers, e-mail, instant messaging, MP3 players, cell phones, laptops, Wi-Fi and RFID.
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From novel idea to big take off
In 1981, American Airlines came up with a novel way to try and keep customers loyal. It granted "free" flight miles for frequent travelers. Now, 25 years later, there are more than 100 air miles programs globally and millions of people throughout the world are members of at least one plan.
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Like a Kid Again. Can thinking like a child help your business?
When you were a child, everything seemed possible. Getting back to that kind of thinking could be just what you need to help you innovate, says Jim Canterucci, author of Personal Brilliance: Mastering the Everyday Habits That Create a Lifetime of Success. Here are some of his thoughts on the matter. What is the key to thinking like a child?
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