N Chandrasekaran speaks of the joys and virtues of running. Excerpted from Runner s World I started running quite late — when I was 44 years old. It started with some concerns about my health. After consulting with my doctor, I went home, had a cup of coffee with my wife and reflected on making a change in my life. Buy a pair of running shoes, Chandra, she said…
At first glance, a cleaning service seems like an incredibly easy and low-cost business to start: How hard can it be to find someone who s willing to pay you to take care of household chores? There s no question that the market for home cleaning is huge, but the challenge lies in making yourself stand out as a high-quality, trustworthy service provider. People…
Women get fewer and smaller business loans than men. They pay higher interest rates than men. And when it comes to raising some venture capital to fund a new business or startup, women-led businesses are nearly overlooked. Women only get two to six percent of venture funding dollars, and women of color - get ready to be even more disgusted - get only 0.2 percent…
Looking for business ideas or just curious about other young entrepreneurs? Read these inspiring stories. Mikaila Ulmer is CEO of BeeSweet Lemonade, a company she launched at the Acton Children s Business Fair in Austin, Texas, when she was 4. Ulmer, now 10, bottles and sells BeeSweet Lemonade at Whole Foods and other stores in Austin and donates a portion of…
According to a May 6, 2011 press release, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the teen unemployment rate in the U.S. is 24 percent. Summer jobs that many teens have become accustomed to taking are dwindling or becoming nonexistent. So, what can we do to get our teens working this summer? Instead of helping your teen find a summer job, help them create…
The personal trainer industry primarily depends on individual abilities to have income that is disposable. Personal training is also considered a discretionary service and is largely dictated by health trends of the time. It is projected that demand for training will increase in the next five years within an industry that offers low barriers of entry. The personal…
How much consideration does the traditional photography business card get these days? Judging from observations at networking events, it seems that some cards may never see the light of day again, unless the photographer is smart enough to come up with some new and creative photography business card ideas to make them stand out from the crowd Photography business…
The “corporate drone” look is easy to spot: khaki trousers and a white or blue dress shirt. This combination is safe because it’s so common. However if you’re reading this, you’re likely not interested in looking like everyone else. So let’s discuss how small changes in color and pattern can separate you from the “Dilberts” at your office. Shirt Colors Start…
No Money, No Problem You Can Still Start a Home Business Start Your Home Business Quick with No Money. Credit: Hero Images | Getty Images There is a saying that says you need to spend money to make money. In home business that isn’t necessarily true, although as your home business grows, you’ll want to invest some of your profits back into the business. Using…
Startup Costs: $10, - $50, Home Based: Can be operated from home. Part Time: Can be operated part-time. Franchises Available? No Online Operation? No Kids these days have schedules just about as hectic as their parents-school, soccer practice, Little League, ballet lessons, orthodontist appointments, after-school care-it can leave working parents with no time…
LAKELAND, Fla. — A teenager found a pretty hilarious way to an eye on her baby cousin while she was trying to make a sandwich — and photos of her creative idea went viral. They show 2-month-old Ava resting in the front of J’Ann’s shorts, content as can be while her big cousin made a sandwich. J’Ann’s sister took photos of the hilarious idea. Claudia’s post said:…
If you need to change your business name or address, you’ll have to file a dissolution notice with the Corporate Registry. The form you fill out and the associated costs will depend on your business type: Proprietorship To change the address of a proprietorship, you will need to complete the Dissolution or Change of Proprietorship Registration form. Sections…
Walk into SOL City, headquarters of one of northern Europe’s most admired companies, and it feels like you’ve entered a business playground. Located in a renovated film studio in the heart of Helsinki, the office explodes with color, creativity, and chaos. The walls are bright red, white, and yellow; the employees wander the halls talking on portable phones (also…
Forget the clichĂ©s: Turns out a sizable number of young people would rather start their own business than simply lounge around watching TV and or check status updates on Facebook. Four in 10 people between the ages of 8 and 21 dream of starting their own businesses one day, according to a survey conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of the Ewing Marion Kauffman…
Local and state regulations may limit what you can do with warehouse space. George Doyle/Stockbyte/Getty Images Depending on your zoning laws and rent or lease agreement, you have a wide variety of options for generating income with warehouse space. Whether you need to temporarily improve your cash flow or make a long-term deal, a little creativity and salesmanship…
When most organizations try to increase their innovation efforts, they always seem to start from the same assumption: “we need more ideas.” They’ll start talking about the need to “think outside the box” or “blue sky” thinking in order to find a few ideas that can turn into viable new products or systems. However, in most organizations, innovation isn’t hampered…
The book, India Can , has received praises from top business leaders including Deepak Parekh and Nandan Nilekani. Top business leaders have come together to back an innovative concept of an IIM graduate penning down 21 innovative ideas in the form of short stories - all of which can be start-up business opportunities. The ideas include motorcycle taxis, terrace…
There are a number of catchy names for a cleaning business. floor cleaning #4 image by stassad from Fotolia.com A catchy name for your cleaning business will not only make it easily remembered, it will also help establish your brand over time. In addition to being catchy, The Janitorial Store website also recommends that it be distinct, convey a specific message…
Professor Seung Bach directs Sacramento State’s Center for Entrepreneurship and is organizing the fourth annual Future Four and More competition. (Sacramento State/Rob Neep) A group of entrepreneurs stands on a stage, ready to pitch their idea to a panel of business leaders and investors who will award the best one with $3, in seed money. It sounds like an episode…
If you happen to have a soft spot for all things related to kids, a business that caters to young people may be the entrepreneurial venture you’ve been looking for. Statistics suggest that catering to adolescents can be lucrative: By 2020, there will be around 80 million Americans under the age of 18, accounting for 24 percent of the U.S. population. Children…
In this tech-centric, high-paced world, we’re often talking about advertising and marketing online and over mobile. But when it comes to really grabbing people’s attention, sometimes a good, old-fashioned sign can be your best bet. More than half of small-business owners find in-store signage and graphics effective in attracting customers, according to the results…
Do you want to start your own business in a mobile app? There are plenty of new business opportunity available for you to start an own venture in mobile app segment. You need to figure out what your app will do. Coupons? Special deals? Scheduling? Expert Mobile app developer will help you figure out the best strategy for your proposed mobile app. This blog will…
So, you have decided to go the entrepreneurial way. But do you have a concept for your business? Have you chalked out your business plan? The first step in setting up your own business must be picking a business idea. It may seem like everyone is overflowing with great business ideas but most are not viable. So, we ask what is the secret to picking a good business…
Each year when the holidays rolled around, Rob Rohena used to give his employees Walmart gift certificates. But Rohena grew tired of giving a gift that helped line the pockets of the owners of a giant company. This year, Rohena is switching things up by giving his five employees gift certificates from his company s own clients. Our clients were giving us business…
