7 Types of Small Business Owners: Which One Are You?

Crafting the perfect business plan is often a challenge for any number of reasons. However, one of the biggest challenges standing in the way of a good business plan is the fact that oftentimes, no two investors, judges or members of your audience ...

Companies are playing it safe when developing new products and services, research shows. A new study by Accenture revealed that nearly half of executives feel their businesses have become more risk averse when considering new ideas. Instead of ...

In the recovering economy, small businesses are still lagging behind--in January 2013, expectations for small business conditions were at their fourth-lowest level in nearly 40 years (1). Business Network International (BNI), the largest ...

A new and innovative technology company and the mom-and-pop store around the corner both might be considered startups, but the two kinds of companies face very different challenges, new research has found. Research by the Ewing Marion Kauffman ...

Entrepreneurs say instinct can only get them so far in building a successful business. That's why they rely on a combination of technologies and practical items for not only their day-to-day business needs, but also their long-term success. Here are ...

Small business owners and entrepreneurs who use Twitter only as a marketing tool for their businesses are missing out. The microblogging service can also be a huge resource for them in the day-to-day operation of their business. However, business ...

The price you decide to charge for your products or services can make or break your business. David Hassell, CEO of employee feedback software provider 15Five, believes pricing can be one of the scariest decisions a business owner makes because of ...

Finding the right employee for the job has become an increasingly difficult challenge, especially for small businesses without the resources to hire a full-time human resources person. That's where technology comes in. With these tools, companies ...

This year marks a special 10-year anniversary for Business Networking International's West Central Florida (BNI WCF) region. BNI WCF was started by Executive Director Tom Fleming and has successfully increased business and revenue for many Tampa Bay ...