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Have an employee who's not a team player? It is possible to deal with loners in a way that makes everyone happy.

Many states are luring small businesses with big promises--so what's in it for you?

Playing the blame game is out. More CEOs are taking responsibility for their actions--and building stronger businesses as a result.

Feeling optimistic or pessimistic about the state of the economy? Uncertain times like these can really mess with your mind. Here's what other entrepreneurs are doing to keep it together--and keep moving ahead.

Jumping on a hot trend can be a great way to launch your biz. Find out how to tell a biz-boosting trend from a passing fad!

Everything has its place, especially when launching a biz. But what comes first? Here's what the experts say.

You've invested a lot in training your employees, so see if you're getting what you paid for.

Don't worry if you have an employee who's not a team player--it <i>is</i> possible to deal with loners in a way that makes everyone happy.

Is your business anchored down by a stale sales plan? Learn how to navigate the 5 biggest sales challenges facing entrepreneurs today, and get back on course.

Economic crises are trickling down to entrepreneurs. How are they fighting back?

Jumping on a hot trend at just the right time can be a great way to launch a business. But how can you tell if a trend has enough staying power to stake your startup on it?

Employees' hidden star qualities might be just the thing to put your business's name in lights.

If you want happy, harmonious employees, it's time to kick those workplace cliques to the curb.

Younger employees are crying age discrimination.

Get blase employees motivated about their jobs, and they'll really take care of business.

Is image really everything when it comes to your business? Listen as entrepreneurs and experts sound off about whether branding is crucial for success, then decide for yourself.

Want to get an idea of how prospective employees may perform on the job? Use a situational interview, and take them on a test run.

It's more important than ever to show customers you'll keep their information private.

Make no mistake about it: When it comes to employee relations, silence is not golden.

If you want to start your own business, you'd better make sure you're in shape for it--emotionally, mentally and financially. Our three entrepreneurial fitness tests will help you see if you've got what it takes to get through the start-up phase.

If you're outsourcing projects right and left, make sure the information you need is rolling back to you.

From advertising to zeroing in on your first customers, our A-to-Z list of essential startup steps includes everything you need to do to get your business off the ground.

Should a prospective employee's credit history determine whether he or she gets the job?

In today's economy, bright ideas are what it takes to land a sale. So we went to the source--to salespeople at super-successful companies--to provide you with surefire tips for selling.

Should the office hotshot be your next manager? Only if he or she really has the right stuff.

Law firm mergers may give you more room to negotiate legal fees.

Is there any room left for small businesses in federal contracting?

Get your start-up running at peak performance levels with our 20-point tuneup.

When health care is healthy, it's the industry to be in--and the current chaos in the sector may be the opening you need.

Watch out! If your mission statement is a joke, Enron may be the punchline.