- SoundHound Creates a Faster, Easier Way to Find Forgotten Song Titles Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 9:31 PM EDT
App sees explosive growth for it's music-recognition service based on simple spoken searches, and even humming.
- Reinventing the Fast-Casual Dining Scene with Technology Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 9:30 PM EDT
How popular sandwich chain At the Melt is using smartphones, QR codes and kiosks to build a brand.
- How Syyn Labs Brings Creative Visions to Life Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 9:30 PM EDT
The boot-strapped production company finds its niche in wild spectacles.
- Geoloqi Makes it Easier to Make Apps Smarter Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 9:29 PM EDT
Startup offers a turnkey platform to add new geolocation functionality to apps and mobile devices.
- How One Celeb-centric Startup is Cashing in on the Guided Travel Sector Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 9:28 PM EDT
A look at zozi's online platform that creates short adventure trips not available elsewhere.
- RockMelt Revamps the Web Browser for Social Media Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 9:25 PM EDT
How the startup gained a new generation of users for its cloud-based web browser.
- An Indie Publisher Brings a Creative Comic Spin to Business Books Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 9:23 PM EDT
How SmarterComics is graphically translating non-fiction books for byte-size appeal.
- BeachMint Carves a Retail Niche with Celebrity Appeal Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 9:21 PM EDT
How Myspace veteran Josh Berman and serial entrepreneur Diego Berdakin are using personal recommendations for exclusive merchandise by celebrity design partners.
- Orbotix: Where Mobile Apps and the Toy Industry Collide Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 9:20 PM EDT
A startup that invented the world's first smartphone-controlled ball and that's just the beginning.
- Tonic Health Brings Fun and Games to Boring Health Forms Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 9:19 PM EDT
The Menlo Park, Calif.-based company is using technology to help healthcare providers create more appealing questionnaires.
- Google Hangout with SBA Chief Karen Mills Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 4:34 PM EDT
As part of National Small Business Week, Entrepreneur's Diana Ransom moderated a live chat with SBA chief Karen Mills and winners of the SBA's video contest.
- Will It Always Be Fun and Gamification? Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 2:19 PM EDT
The future of gamification could include 'playbor' (play plus labor) and 'weisure' (work plus leisure).
- Why Facebook Is Killing Silicon Valley (Opinion) Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 12:00 PM EDT
With venture-capital investment flocking to social-media startups, who will back nascent startups innovating in such critical industries as material science, sensors, robotics, medical devices and life ...
- For SBA Award Winner, Success Means: 'Do the Right Thing' Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 11:00 AM EDT
This year's Small Business Person of the Year discusses the challenges of managing rapid growth.
- Leaving Wall Street for Wine Country Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 10:01 AM EDT
Jamie Kutch chucked a lucrative job to pursue his dream, becoming one of California's most respected vintners. Here's how one entrepreneur changed careers in midstream.
- What Small Businesses Care About This Election Year Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 9:05 AM EDT
New data reveals business owners' top concerns and confusion.
- Want the Right Stuff? Start With Your Help-Wanted Ad Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 6:00 AM EDT
A top-performing team starts with writing a thorough and accurate job description. Consider these five tips.
- These Entrepreneurs Fought the Law. . . And Won. Entrepreneur - Tue, May 22, 2012 5:00 AM EDT
From zoning ordinances to quirky local statutes, legal issues can slow down a launch or expansion. Some entrepreneurs take matters into their own hands.
- Business Owners Take SBA Chief to Task Entrepreneur - Mon, May 21, 2012 5:07 PM EDT
At a town hall at National Small Business Week, some entrepreneurs complain to Karen Mills about access to credit and high health insurance costs.
- How the 'Little Guy' Can Partner With Big Companies Entrepreneur - Mon, May 21, 2012 11:02 AM EDT
If you're a little guy, there are plenty of ways to partner with a much larger company. Here are seven.
- SEO vs. PPC: Knowing Which Is Right for Your Website Entrepreneur - Mon, May 21, 2012 8:00 AM EDT
Your choice will depend on your budget and how fast you want to build traffic.
- Momentum and the Art of the Investor Pitch Entrepreneur - Mon, May 21, 2012 5:00 AM EDT
Too much crocodile salesman in your pitch? The Esquire guy helps you sharpen your skills.
- What Investors Really Want to Hear in Your Pitch Entrepreneur - Sat, May 19, 2012 6:10 PM EDT
A good concept is one thing, but investors are more likely to consider these three criteria -- and they can make or break your pitch
- How a B2B Website Made an Emotional Connection With Customers -- And Saw Conversions Soar Entrepreneur - Fri, May 18, 2012 4:00 PM EDT
A small-business consultant finds success online by embracing her website's limits and tweaking her message.
- Three Things You Must Know Before Pitching Investors Entrepreneur - Fri, May 18, 2012 3:08 PM EDT
Consider these tips before you seek funding for your startup, whether from angel investors or VCs.
- Jobs or Zuckerberg: Who'd Make the Better Boss? Entrepreneur - Fri, May 18, 2012 11:00 AM EDT
With the Apple founder's death and the Facebook IPO, there's been a changing of the guard in Silicon Valley. Here's how the two leaders' styles compare.
- What Makes Facebook Worth So Much Entrepreneur - Fri, May 18, 2012 10:00 AM EDT
After Facebook's IPO today, the social network is being valued at more than $100 billion. Here's how you can try to emulate that success.
- Five Ways to Organize Your Office--Stylishly Entrepreneur - Fri, May 18, 2012 9:00 AM EDT
How to make your office project a professional image for your business, and a look at products to help you do it.
- 4 Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Bank Loan Entrepreneur - Fri, May 18, 2012 8:03 AM EDT
Two leading banks, honored for National Small Business Week, offer their best advice to business owners seeking credit.
- Angels, Equity and a Shark of One's Own Entrepreneur - Fri, May 18, 2012 6:00 AM EDT
Many small-business owners who hope to land angel funding have expectations that are wildly unrealistic. Here's a reality check.
- Facebook's 3 Biggest Ecommerce Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Entrepreneur - Thu, May 17, 2012 1:35 PM EDT
When it comes to selling goods on the big social network, most users don't want to make purchases. Here’s how to steer clear of the issues.
- When Facebook's 'Like' Pushes the Wrong Button with Employers Entrepreneur - Thu, May 17, 2012 12:00 PM EDT
Clicking the 'Like' button on a business, brand, organization or person's official Facebook Page may be grounds for dismissal.
- Forget Reality TV. Business Owners Benefit from Local Contests Entrepreneur - Thu, May 17, 2012 10:04 AM EDT
Local business competitions are growing more popular. Is it time for your company to enter one?
- 3 Ways to Stop Losing Traffic from Google's Penguin Update Entrepreneur - Thu, May 17, 2012 8:00 AM EDT
If your site saw a drop in visitors after the search giant's latest change, here's how to get them back.
- Happy Small Business Week: Time to Shine in D.C. Entrepreneur - Wed, May 16, 2012 4:00 PM EDT
National Small Business Week is a big deal for small business. Here's what you can expect.
- Finding the Best Time to Post to Social Networks Entrepreneur - Wed, May 16, 2012 12:34 PM EDT
Popular URL shortening service bitly examines the peak times to post to Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr.
- How Cloud Computing Saved My Business Entrepreneur - Wed, May 16, 2012 8:00 AM EDT
Cloud technology helped these small companies coordinate operations, manage paperwork and control phone expenses.
- 7 Ways Entrepreneurs Will Ride Crowdfunding's Ripple Effect Entrepreneur - Tue, May 15, 2012 4:13 PM EDT
A look at how the impending new crowdfunding rules are prompting entrepreneurs to predict -- and deliver -- what the expanded industry will demand.
- Think It's OK to Ask for Employees' Facebook Logins? Think Again Entrepreneur - Tue, May 15, 2012 12:00 PM EDT
State and federal legislation aimed at protecting freedom of speech is catching up with social media and employers.
- 6 Tips on Innovation from 'Treps in Emerging Markets Entrepreneur - Tue, May 15, 2012 10:00 AM EDT
How the guiding principles of "jugaad" can help grow your business with limited resources -- and innovate faster, better, cheaper.
- 3 Steps to Changing Mobile Service Carriers Entrepreneur - Tue, May 15, 2012 8:00 AM EDT
If coverage is weak and hurting your business, consider these tips for trying to get better mobile service.
- Three Steps to More Word-of-Mouth -- and More Business Entrepreneur - Mon, May 14, 2012 9:00 AM EDT
Use these tips to increase repeat sales by keeping your customers and clients connected to your business.
- How to Get Your Content Shared More on Pinterest Entrepreneur - Mon, May 14, 2012 8:00 AM EDT
From calls to action to setting up ‘sharing networks,’ consider these tips for making your content go viral on the popular social network.
- Shaping Crowdfunding 2.0 Entrepreneur - Fri, May 11, 2012 5:34 PM EDT
As the crowdfunding industry braces for a massive shift, its players are seeking rules that will serve both to protect investors and entrepreneurs.
- A Young Entrepreneur's Best Friend is His... Mom? Entrepreneur - Fri, May 11, 2012 3:15 PM EDT
A helping hand from mom -- or dad -- can be vital for newbie entrepreneurs. Here are six ways to make your career in entrepreneurship more palatable to them.
- Want to Get Into the App Business? Try Buying One Entrepreneur - Fri, May 11, 2012 1:00 PM EDT
App auction services such as Apptopia can turn a few thousand dollars into a new mobile opportunity for aspiring tech entrepreneurs.
- Finding the Right Mentor to Help Grow Your Business Entrepreneur - Fri, May 11, 2012 12:00 PM EDT
To grow your business, the right advisor can help you more than any business book ever could.
- How Top Employers Say 'We Love Moms' Entrepreneur - Fri, May 11, 2012 9:00 AM EDT
More women are working outside the home than ever. If you're looking for ways to retain top talent, consider these ideas for supporting working moms.
- There's an App Maker for That Entrepreneur - Thu, May 10, 2012 10:22 PM EDT
With DIY programs, small businesses can join the app revolution on the cheap.
- The Imagination: A Sustainable Resource for Online Lead Generation Entrepreneur - Thu, May 10, 2012 8:22 PM EDT
Reimagine your existing content for a fresh web presence. You can start by treating everything your business creates as a critical piece of a larger whole.
