Virtual Entrepreneur

Springwise: We’ve always said everything can be upgraded (or premiumized, in our sister site trendwatching.com’s current lingo) and the recruiting industry is no exception. To wit: TheLadders, a job site created exclusively for high earners looking for jobs paying USD 100,000 or more. TheLadders... More

Mjmls Bulletin: Everette Blaisdell’s invention was born soon after he lost his small barbershop in the Flood of ‘97. Because he didn’t have the money to rebuild right away, he set up a small shop in the women’s restroom of a friend’s auto dealership. During 25 months there, Blaisdell said,... More

Small Biz experts tell you how to prepare for the worst—stay lean, talk to your customers, and don’t stop hiring and marketing. BusinessWeek: This year stock values have taken a wild ride, fueled by worrying economic news, from the mortgage crisis to home sales declining to a credit crunch.... More

Bizjournals: The Arizona Small Business Association is showing its love for commerce with a Valentine’s Day gift for businesses. Businesses can listen to a free teleconference with Michael Gerber, author of ‘E-Myth Revisited,’ from 10 a.m. on Feb. 14. Entitled, ‘Love Your Business,... More

Forbes: A personal concierge handles ‘anything in the Yellow Pages as long as it’s legal, moral and ethical,’ says Katharine Giovanni, founder of the International Concierge and Errand Association, now with 600 dues-paying members in 20 countries. Some established concierges act as... More

When John Crickett reviewed Peter Jones’ Tycoon: How to Be REALLY Rich he highlighted his 10 golden rules, this post explains what they are and offers his thoughts on them. Rule 1: Have a vision. To succeed as an entrepreneurs you need to have a vision that you are working towards. This vision should... More

Alkamae: * You’re healthier and living longer. * You want to stay involved and engaged. * You enjoy generating extra income. * You get to build a business around something you enjoy and are passionate about. * You have a full Rolodex and 20-30 years of experience to back you. * You want the independence... More

Women Owned Business – Small Business Connection: 1. Look outward for support. Look inward for guidance. Surround yourself with those who support your business vision and daily business activities. Go inward for guidance. Tap into your Inner Samurai. Understand that no one knows you as well as... More

Rich Couples: 01. It’s A Proven Money Maker Build A Niche Store has been selling for over a year now and in that time there have been many success stories reported across the web where people ARE making an additional income stream from the eBay affiliate – BANS combination. Why spend your money... More

Archer Business: 1. Engage An Expert Business Broker. A breach of confidentiality surrounding the sale of a business can change the course of the transaction and damage a biz in the future. 2. Prepare For The Sale Well In Advance. A good business broker will prepare an confidential memorandum for... More