Small Business

The owners of a Utah fish house not only serve you the eatery’s staple item of fish and chips, but they also pack heat in full display while waiting on tables.

Five years ago, long before “The Basketball Tournament” became a nationally-televised event, Los Angeles-based television producer and comedy writer Jonathan Mugar contacted one of his close friends, Dan Friel, for a brainstorm session.

The truth is, when it comes to networking, not having a lot in common with someone may mean that they can be a connector for you to a whole world of people that you might not otherwise be able to meet.

While innovation is one of the key drivers of any successful business, many companies are going about developing new ideas all wrong, a new book contends.

Music lovers and makers across the globe are celebrating Cassette Store Day on Saturday in celebration of 50 years of the recording relic.

Not all states are equal when it comes to providing an entrepreneur-friendly environment, new research finds.

Men reap more rewards from having power in the workplace than women do, new research shows.

While having a strong business background is important, it's not the only trait that makes for a successful entrepreneur.

For a very small investment, entrepreneurs can now become microfranchisees in proven businesses without having to make high upfront investments.

The story of Vera Bradley − the iconic company renowned for its quilted fabric luggage, handbags, and accessories – is a true testimony to the American Dream. Here are tips from the founders on starting up.

Serial entrepreneur and Stanford professor Steve Blank shares the difference between a great idea generator and a terrific CEO, and the three people all founding teams should have on board.  

The Alpaca industry is new to the U.S., and one New England farmer says the growing industry is good news for people looking for American-grown and American-made products from their local farms.

Inc.com shares four strategies that help business leaders make better decisions for their companies.

In today’s roundup, we have Inc.com's picks for the top 10 motivational books of all time, tips for beating your competitors, and a look at small business optimism this year. Plus, a look at the necessary ingredients for a world-class startup community.

In today’s roundup, find out why VCs are taking a closer look at food startups, and learn the 10 lessons that Spanx founder Sara Blakely believes are the most important for success. Plus, find out how to make users your most valuable supporters from Pandora cofounder Tim Westergren.

There's one thing that most managers of high-performing businesses have in common beyond operational smarts. They have emotional smarts as well, a new survey shows.

What is the recipe for coaching success that has catapulted my alma mater, Syracuse, into trophy contention? Here are four tips from the March Madness locker rooms that can net victories in your workplace.

When most teenagers are worrying about the trials of high school, Gairad DeCastro was saving money to start his own business. 

Subway’s Chief Development Officer gives his advice for growing your business, and weighs in on how ObamaCare and a potential hike in the federal minimum wage stand to impact the franchise giant.

Growing Your Business: After 25 years in the running, Auntie Anne’s pretzels president and COO Bill Dunn gives the company’s secrets to growth and success.