This week we celebrate America’s independence. On July 4, 1776 the Declaration of Independence was signed declaring our country’s independence from Great Britain. This national holiday, commonly referred to as the 4th of July, is typically associated with fireworks, parades and summer parties. But independence has a broader meaning for small business owners. The spirit […]
One of the questions I get asked most often is: “Where should I go to get the money to start or grow my business?” Indeed, access to capital, especially in today’s economic climate, is one of the biggest obstacles businesses face. But with determination there are ways to overcome what might seem like insurmountable hurdles. […]
Entrepreneurs are creative, energetic, visionaries and risk-takers who see business opportunities everywhere. In fact, most people who are entrepreneurs wind up as founders of more than one company in their careers because they derive their energy from the challenge. I certainly fit into that category. I’ve been starting businesses since I was 15 years […]
The number of women-owned businesses is increasing rapidly in the U.S., and many of these start-ups are being launched by moms with entrepreneurial aspirations. To help these “mompreneuers” succeed in their business ventures, CoreCommerce, an e-commerce hosting solution, is sponsoring the Mompreneurs Rock! contest. The contest will run until the end of the month and […]
For the second year, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia has unveiled plans to present its “American Made” program October 16-17 at Grand Central Terminal’s Vanderbilt Hall in New York City. The program shines a spotlight on innovative entrepreneurs who have turned their passion for handcrafted, well-designed goods into flourishing enterprises. In addition to the two day […]