http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/partner/entrepreneur/ Complete list of Yahoo Small Business Advisor articles from our content partner Entrepreneur: ideas and advice for growing businesses en-US Copyright (c) 2013 Yahoo! Inc. All rights reserved Fri, 17 May 2013 18:25:00 -0400 5 http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/partner/entrepreneur/ http://l.yimg.com/a/i/brand/purplelogo/base/us.gif Meet the entrepreneurs who lined up to pitch to casting directors of the ABC reality TV show.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/behind-scenes-really-pitch-spot-shark-tank-222500092--finance.htmlFri, 17 May 2013 18:25:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/behind-scenes-really-pitch-spot-shark-tank-222500092--financeStarting your own business often means thankless hours, measly pay and the stress of being at the helm. Yet entrepreneurs report greater job satisfaction than their employed counterparts. Here's why.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/why-entrepreneurs-choose-freedom-over-money-140000624--finance.htmlFri, 17 May 2013 10:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/why-entrepreneurs-choose-freedom-over-money-140000624--financeSeeking funding for your business shouldn't be a one-time endeavor. Here are four stages of business development that can serve as a road map for your funding strategy.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/why-raising-capital-4-step-process-150000905--finance.htmlThu, 16 May 2013 11:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/why-raising-capital-4-step-process-150000905--financeEven experienced business owners can fall into counterproductive habits. The premier episode of CNBC's new small business reality show aims to solve them.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/3-lessons-seasoned-entrepreneurs-cnbcs-crowd-rules-173000156--finance.htmlWed, 15 May 2013 13:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/3-lessons-seasoned-entrepreneurs-cnbcs-crowd-rules-173000156--financeGoogle and Donald Trump have invested big money in crowdfunding projects, RocketHub and A&E are teaming up, and new CNBC reality show 'Crowd Rules' premieres tonight.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/crowdfunding-goes-mainstream-why-donald-trump-google-supporting-220500724--finance.htmlTue, 14 May 2013 18:05:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/crowdfunding-goes-mainstream-why-donald-trump-google-supporting-220500724--financeA strong business name helps define your company in the market. Here is a guide to making yours meaningful and memorable.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/10-questions-ask-naming-business-135200607--finance.htmlTue, 14 May 2013 09:52:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/10-questions-ask-naming-business-135200607--financeEntrepreneurs looking to grow quickly often exchange portions of their company for cash several times in their company's lifecycle. Here is a look at what that path can look like.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/startup-money-hunt-entrepreneurs-bring-investors-infographic-203900947--finance.htmlFri, 10 May 2013 16:39:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/startup-money-hunt-entrepreneurs-bring-investors-infographic-203900947--financeTracy DiNunzio, the founder of online fashion marketplace Tradesy, shares her best advice for accessing startup funding when you are a statistical outlier.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/renting-bedrooms-airbnb-1-5-million-venture-capital-160800257--finance.htmlFri, 10 May 2013 12:08:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/renting-bedrooms-airbnb-1-5-million-venture-capital-160800257--financeAbercrombie CEO's Mark Jeffries' recent claims that his brand is not made for "fat people" was a bold and controversial move, but offensive as his comments were, is he being savvy about target marketing?http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/abercrombie-fitch-bad-business-smart-targeting-144000842.htmlFri, 10 May 2013 10:40:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/abercrombie-fitch-bad-business-smart-targeting-144000842Before creating a brand experience for customers, be sure you've thought critically about how you're going to define your brand. Here are three ways to get you there.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/defining-brand-first-step-marketing-strategy-153000223.htmlThu, 09 May 2013 11:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/defining-brand-first-step-marketing-strategy-153000223If you want investors to be confident in financing your business, show them you know the risks your business is up against and are working to avoid them. Here are five ways to get started.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/5-ways-minimize-risk-investors-143000808--finance.htmlThu, 09 May 2013 10:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/5-ways-minimize-risk-investors-143000808--financeFranchising could be your next big strategy for expansion or it could send your growing business down the wrong path. Here are some key considerations before deciding if franchising is for you.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/pros-cons-franchising-business-143000732--finance.htmlTue, 07 May 2013 10:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/pros-cons-franchising-business-143000732--financeA bill which would end tax-free online shopping moves on to the House of Representatives, where it is likely to be met with resistance from anti-tax Republicans.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/internet-sales-tax-bill-takes-step-forward-142200096--finance.htmlTue, 07 May 2013 10:22:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/internet-sales-tax-bill-takes-step-forward-142200096--financeExpanding your business into new markets presents exiting opportunities. There is also a lot of potential for missteps. Here is what to consider in order to build a strong worldwide brand.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/5-strategies-build-global-brand-140000418.htmlTue, 07 May 2013 10:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/5-strategies-build-global-brand-140000418All you need to know to improve your odds of raising money on the popular crowdfunding site.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/10-questions-ask-creating-first-kickstarter-project-100000795--finance.htmlMon, 06 May 2013 06:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/10-questions-ask-creating-first-kickstarter-project-100000795--financeSecuring a small-business loan has become more difficult in recent years. Here's a look at how companies are coping.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/where-small-businesses-finding-money-infographic-170000045--finance.htmlWed, 01 May 2013 13:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/where-small-businesses-finding-money-infographic-170000045--financeThe Marketplace Fairness Act, expected to pass in the Senate on May 6, requires online retailers to charge shoppers their state's sales tax. Is the law a poor political move?http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/why-internet-sales-tax-bad-public-policy-opinion-143000145--finance.htmlTue, 30 Apr 2013 10:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/why-internet-sales-tax-bad-public-policy-opinion-143000145--financeOffbeat hiring practices that get past canned answers.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/3-unique-hiring-techniques-person-job-143000106.htmlFri, 26 Apr 2013 10:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/3-unique-hiring-techniques-person-job-143000106The way you present your products, packaging, and even your waiting area tells your customers important information about who you are. Make sure you are sending the right message.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/why-care-design-153000812.htmlThu, 25 Apr 2013 11:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/why-care-design-153000812The agency has trained partners and employees to guide businesses through the upcoming health care reforms.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/questions-health-reforms-ask-sba-100000885.htmlThu, 25 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/questions-health-reforms-ask-sba-100000885Successful branding means delivering an experience that feels both complete and consistent. Here's how you can use your marketing efforts to make a lasting impression on customers.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/build-brand-experience-customers-143000918.htmlMon, 22 Apr 2013 10:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/build-brand-experience-customers-143000918A new report shows an overall decline in investment dollars and deals but a brighter outlook for the software sector.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/venture-capital-funding-slows-first-quarter-200000986.htmlFri, 19 Apr 2013 16:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/venture-capital-funding-slows-first-quarter-200000986A Kauffman Foundation report finds entrepreneurship declined last year, with fewer men starting companies.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/study-fewer-startups-launched-2012-213500653.htmlWed, 17 Apr 2013 17:35:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/study-fewer-startups-launched-2012-213500653Research from the National Retail Federation reveals what young adults are looking for in their first jobs.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/retailers-recruit-retain-millennials-infographic-213100207.htmlWed, 17 Apr 2013 17:31:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/retailers-recruit-retain-millennials-infographic-213100207Your business plan must be ready to accommodate rapid changes so that your company can follow suit. Here are five ways to make your business plan as lean and effective as possible.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/build-lean-efficient-business-plan-100000006.htmlWed, 17 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/build-lean-efficient-business-plan-100000006The much-anticipated computerized glasses will come with a 5-megapixel camera, 16 GB of storage, and more.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/battery-camera-wi-fi-tech-specs-released-google-162900818.htmlTue, 16 Apr 2013 12:29:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/battery-camera-wi-fi-tech-specs-released-google-162900818Tips for steering clear of common advertising pitfalls.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/5-pay-per-click-mistakes-cost-money-143000035.htmlTue, 16 Apr 2013 10:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/5-pay-per-click-mistakes-cost-money-143000035The second annual Halo Report released today shows where angels are excited to invest, both by sector and geographically, and how much they are commonly investing.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/angel-investors-want-now-120100430.htmlTue, 16 Apr 2013 08:01:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/angel-investors-want-now-120100430CNBC announces a new television show called 'Crowd Rules' where business owners compete for $50,000. The money is awarded based on an audience vote.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/crowdsourcings-platform-prime-time-reality-tv-225000474.htmlMon, 15 Apr 2013 18:50:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/crowdsourcings-platform-prime-time-reality-tv-225000474Don't feel pressured to file by April 15. If you're scrambling to get your taxes done this weekend, you might be better off filing for an extension. Here's how to do it the right way.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/buy-more-time-taxes-extension-153000778.htmlFri, 12 Apr 2013 11:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/buy-more-time-taxes-extension-153000778Think the Raspberry Pi is the only computer unit that costs less than $100? Consider these alternatives.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/3-tiny-ultra-affordable-computing-options-business-163000112.htmlThu, 11 Apr 2013 12:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/3-tiny-ultra-affordable-computing-options-business-163000112Fewer private U.S. venture-capital funds are raising money to invest in startups, the National Venture Capital Association says. The biggest players are at the top, the smallest are at the bottom and the midsize firms watch the clock tick.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/venture-capitals-big-boys-getting-bigger-163700067.htmlWed, 10 Apr 2013 12:37:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/venture-capitals-big-boys-getting-bigger-163700067Why you should look beyond bootstrapping and loans from friends and family to set your company up for success and win investors.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/funding-101-position-startup-good-investment-150000810.htmlWed, 10 Apr 2013 11:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/funding-101-position-startup-good-investment-150000810Adam Grant, author of Give and Take, shares five tips to increase generosity and improve your productivity and success.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/ahead-being-generous-140000428.htmlTue, 09 Apr 2013 10:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/ahead-being-generous-140000428Banks are expected to make $23.9 billion available to franchise businesses this year, according to a new report by the International Franchise Association.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/lending-franchises-reaches-highest-level-since-recession-074200074.htmlTue, 09 Apr 2013 03:42:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/lending-franchises-reaches-highest-level-since-recession-074200074You have one week left to get your taxes done, but that doesn't mean you have to scramble. Here are some simple strategies to make the process go smoothly.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/simple-strategies-last-minute-tax-filers-170000643.htmlMon, 08 Apr 2013 13:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/simple-strategies-last-minute-tax-filers-170000643These tools can help you figure out your needs, understand your competition and develop a cost-effective marketing strategy.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/3-apps-help-write-marketing-plan-153000694--finance.htmlMon, 08 Apr 2013 11:30:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/3-apps-help-write-marketing-plan-153000694--financeMarket research data shows that 308 active crowdfunding platforms raised $2.7 billion last year. In 2013, the industry is expected to raise $5.1 billion. Here's a look at where the rapidly-evolving industry is heading.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/crowdfunding-industry-fire-trends-watch-120500705--finance.htmlMon, 08 Apr 2013 08:05:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/crowdfunding-industry-fire-trends-watch-120500705--financeEconomic reports released this week reveal a sharp slowdown in U.S. hiring and labor force participation.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/job-growth-slows-dramatically-march-171500229.htmlFri, 05 Apr 2013 13:15:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/job-growth-slows-dramatically-march-171500229President Obama signed the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act into law one year ago today, and it's still not implemented.http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/advisor/jobs-act-one-later-hang-tight-equity-crowdfunding-110000459--finance.htmlFri, 05 Apr 2013 07:00:00 -0400Entrepreneuradvisor/jobs-act-one-later-hang-tight-equity-crowdfunding-110000459--finance