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Articles in June 2004 issue of Entrepreneur
- Resources
by Steve Cooper - You're hired! "The apprentice" walked in an entrepreneur … and walked away a winner
by April Y. Pennington - On the money: women entrepreneurs are experiencing greater success finding financing for their businesses, but is it enough?
by Joanne Cleaver - Got stress? If your sales reps are under pressure and burning out, try these tips to get them back on track
by Kimberly L. McCall - Die hard? Could smartphones really put laptops 6 feet under?
by Eric Bender - Fill in the blanks: rather than selling products you think people ought to buy, put out things they'll actually use
by Mark Henricks - Hit or miss: 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?
by Chris Penttila - Growing wings: need help taking your business to a higher level? Try making small changes to create the transformation you've been looking for
by Barry Farber - Best in show
by Rieva Lesonsky - An open door
by Nichole L. Torres - Not-so-good fellas: keep the bad guys at bay with these steps to improve your company's computer security
by Mike Hogan - In short supply: 5 ways to use scarcity and exclusivity to fuel sales and boost your bottom line
by Kim T. Gordon - Pay dirt! What's your ROI?
by Nancy Michaels - Live and learn: you may be the boss, but that doesn't mean you can't let your employees teach you a thing or two
by Chris Penttila - Trump's trend-spotting tips
by Coeli Carr - Together at last: in the near future, phones and computers may be inseparable. What will it mean for your business?
by Mike Hogan - 1 in a series: what drives inspiration?
- The whole truth
by Syed Hasnain - Power to go: get the benefits of a laptop in your handheld
by Amanda C. Kooser - Hosts with the most: web hosts are beginning to cater to your business's every desire
by Eric Bender - Call the shots: an OS phone gives you all the convenience and flexibility you need
by Amanda C. Kooser - Train storming: taking a train from the airport to the city? Now that's a bright idea
by Chris McGinnis - Get moving
by Joanne Cleaver - The search is on: will our entrepreneur find his way through the funding maze to land the investors he needs?
by April Y. Pennington - Estate of affairs: don't play beneficiary roulette when it comes to your estate plan
by Joan Szabo - Immigrant dreams
- Extra protection
by Liane Cassavoy - Get a clue! This author offers big nuggets of small-business wisdom
by Mark Henricks - Seal the deal: easy solutions to keep your online customers from ditching their shopping carts during checkout
by Melissa Campanelli - How to win at business
by Nichole L. Torres - Rock the vote? When you're trying to help get a candidate elected, noncompliance with campaign rules can cost your business a lot more than just a fat donation check
by Jane Easter Bahls - Jammie sessions: a new twist on networking proves that when it comes to business, sometimes girls just wanna have fun
by Nichole L. Torres - Heat wave: which new businesses are on the fast track to success? The companies in entrepreneur and D&B's 10th Annual Hot 100 listing are blazing their way to the top
- Report from Japan
by Dave Mori - On the dotted line
by Liane Cassavoy - Good measure: the SBA is looking for new ways to size up small businesses
by Stephen Barlas - Wi not? With so much hardware to choose from, it's easier and cheaper than ever to go wireless. Find out how
by Amanda C. Kooser - Joining forces: whether you need a mentor or want to be one, here's what you need to know to get started
by April Y. Pennington - Attention, please: the art of creating buzz isn't hard to master—just keep these points in mind
by Nichole L. Torres - The trust factor: how to build rapport and inspire people to do business with you
by Romanus Wolter - Moving day
by Liane Cassavoy - Taking charge: should government help entrepreneurs create jobs, or just get out of their way?
by Joshua Kurlantzick - Catch your cash: if it feels like your cash only flows in one direction—out—then cash-management basics can help
by C.J. Prince - In the movies
by Liane Cassavoy - Meet the press
- Spread it around: find the best way to distribute your product, and you'll rake in the profits
by Don Debelak - Corrections
- All work and play: with the new wave of tech convergence, your home office won't be the same
by Amanda C. Kooser - On high alert
by Amanda C. Kooser - Parallel universe: a new kind of entrepreneur boldly goes where few business owners have gone before
by Aliza Pilar Sherman - Broken promises: breakdown insurance can assure a quick fix
by Jaquelyn Lynn - Drive 'n' save: goodbye, high gas prices—hello, fuel-efficient sedans!
by Jill Amadio - Shopping list
- What's your problem? Using your computer to start a business
by Paul Edwards - Crib notes: with her infant bedding and nursery designs, Wendy Bellissimo ushers in the newest additions with beauty and style
by April Y. Pennington - How tech got its groove back: after the dotcom bust, the tech industry is picking itself up and dusting itself off for another dance—with the help of some innovative entrepreneurs
by Amanda C. Kooser - In your pocket
by Gisela M. Pedrosa - Taken out of context? You might be part of a contextual ad program without even knowing it
by Catherine Seda - A woman's worth: competitive, compassionate and visionary, today's women business owners refuse to be ignored. Find out how they're making their mark.
by Joanne Cleaver - Looking east: a tight focus on China's emerging markets keeps this fund in the black
by Dian Vujovich - Urine the money: one athlete's waste is this company's treasure
by Geoff Williams - Public works: looking for a capital infusion? Don't ignore public funding sources in your own backyard
by Crystal Detamore-Rodman - Got skills?
by April Y. Pennington - Taking it personally: consumers want to make their mark—in more ways than one
by Chris Penttila - Girl talk
by Joanne Cleaver - Winner's circle: meet the winner of our Woman of the Year Contest, and learn what sets her apart from the competition
by Nichole L. Torres - Rooting around: when you're looking to invest in a mutual fund, dig deeper than past performance
by Scott Bernard Nelson - Here's a tip: want good tax advice? You might not find it at the IRS
by Julie Monahan - Fan affair
by Gwen Moran - No train, no gain: with sweat and hard work, this franchisee whipped his business into perfect shape
by Sara Wilson - Orlando Robinson
by Sara Wilson - Fair share? 10 ways to know if you're getting an equal slice of the pie
by Marc Diener - Good as gold: the best way to grow your business may be right under your nose: connect with the customers you've already got
by Kim T. Gordon - Tourist trade: find out how to capture a customer base that's on the move
by Gwen Moran - Trading up? Free trade deals offer a world of possibility for entrepreneurs
by Joshua Kurlantzick - Give a little: make your prospects an offer they can't refuse—a little something for nothing
by Jerry Fisher - Go forth and multiply: multiunit franchising is on the rise as many entrepreneurs look for more ways to grow. Could this expansion trend be in your future?
by April Y. Pennington - Send me an angel group
by Jennifer Pellet