In an exclusive survey, entrepreneurs say their customers aren't spending freely yet, and they're in no rush to hire or invest more in their firms. More
Stars ranging from royalty to Playboy playmates have pitched for the weight-loss company over the years. See some of the most memorable Weight Watchers celebrity spokespeople. More
As Americans rush to donate to the victims of Monday's Boston Marathon bombing, watchdog groups are warning of potential scammers looking to profit by launching charity websites. More
Fewer companies are offering health insurance, and fewer employees are taking it. The share of small companies providing insurance has plummeted from 47% to 38%. More
Small online retailers consider Internet sales taxes a compliance hell. Still the nation is one step closer to requiring sellers to start collecting sales tax upfront. More
Okabashi Brands was founded in the 1980s when U.S. manufacturing was shrinking. But thanks to automation, a U.S. workforce, and recycling methods, Okabashi is a success story. Play
Brian Shuster made millions in the U.S. before packing his bags for Vancouver. He says it's better for business: more talent, better work ethic and thoughtful government. More
Eric Prum and Joshua Williams, college buddies with a flair for cocktails and vintage Southern style, combined both into one hit product -- the Mason jar cocktail shaker. More
As cyberattacks on small businesses surge, experts say companies have to fight back or risk losing businesses in the long run, according to latest industry reports. More
Dr. Grady Snyder sold his Pueblo, Colo., practice in 2011 and moved to Australia. As a rural doctor there, he's making substantially more money and working half as much. More
Boston Beer Co. founder Jim Koch visits the NYSE to discuss 'Brewing the American Dream,' a program that provides loans and coaching for small businesses. Play
Maura Horton launched MagnaReady, a line of dress shirts that close with magnets instead of buttons, so that her husband -- former N.C. State assistant football coach Don Horton -- could still dress independently. More
Security is no joke in marijuana businesses and now that Washington has legalized cannabis, security companies expect to see some serious business. Play
A federal investigation has found that community banks used government funds from an Obama program to pay back recession-era bailouts -- instead of lending the money to small businesses as originally intended. More
Federal regulators are seeking to limit the options of small businesses that turn to Obamacare exchanges next year. For some, it's a deal breaker. More
The most dramatic changes mandated by the The Affordable Care Act, aka "Obamacare," kick in by 2014. These companies are poised for big growth as they work with hospitals, insurance providers and others scrambling to hit deadlines. More
For a small business owner, an order from Wal-Mart means access to the 200 million customers who visit each week, plus the chance to grow sales and hire more employees. Meet four lucky owners. More
As an entrepreneur mom with four kids, Kara Goldin is often on business trips. Here are some travel tips from a small business owner balancing motherhood and enterprise. More
A Kickstarter campaign to fund a movie based on Veronica Mars made its $2 million goal in 11 hours. What happens to entrepreneurs who don't already have a rabid fanbase? More
Automatic spending cuts will trigger a 2% cut in Medicare reimbursement to doctors, hospitals and other health care providers. Experts say this could make it harder for some patients to get care. More
Small businesses have been spending less freely latelybecause they're concerned about gas prices, taxes and the economy, according to one key barometer -- Wal-Mart's Sam's Club sales. More
Pearl Malkin is more than halfway to her goal of raising $3,500 on Kickstarter to help launch Happy Canes, bright canes she decorates with artificial flowers. More
From painting classes where you bring your own wine to a truck that offers mobile video-game parties, these young franchises have been expanding fast. More
In 5 years, craft beer has nearly doubled its market share, and there are now more breweries than before Prohibition. But it wasn't always like that. More
These small businesses are being squeezed by local regulations requiring specific licenses. All are fighting back with the help of the Institute for Justice, a civil liberties law firm. More
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