Monthly Archives: January 2008
From Gamer to Gym Rat
Now gamers can play while getting in their gym time, too. And we’re not just talking about the Wii.By Geoff Williams Even on the most expensive exercise equipment, despite the lights and gizmos, it’s generally impossible to forget that you’re still sweating, breathing hard and working nearly every muscle in your body. It’s much easier … Continue reading
Attracting Success in the New Year
Letting go is a resolution that will save you time, money and heartache in the long run.By Paige Arnof-Fenn As I reflect on my accomplishments for the past year, one of the big themes I will remember is that 2006 was the year I moved, but 2007 is the year I moved on. I’m so … Continue reading
Should You Franchise Your Business?
If you want to expand, but lack the money, the people and the time, it may be time to think about franchising.By Mark C. Siebert Have a better mousetrap but scared to death that the world is actually beating a path to your door? Trouble sleeping at night wondering who will knock off your operation … Continue reading
30% Increase in Online Advertising in 2008
Janet Meiners The US housing market is affecting advertising spend too. But again, online advertising is the bright spot. This is according to ZenithOptimedia. They downgraded its 2007 forecast for offline advertising which was already in the single digits. Online advertising is projected to rise 30% in 2008. The upside is TV advertising sales globally … Continue reading
Experts Agree that Outlook for Entrepreneurs as Resilient as Ever
by Stephen Parezo If opinions expressed by a cross-section of academics, business experts, economists with national think tanks and large member associations representing micro-businesses are any indication, then the state of entrepreneurship in the United States appears as resilient as ever. A recent study by Boston, MA-based global consultants Yankee Group indicates that small businesses … Continue reading
