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| 11/30/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD  |
Selling $8 Soap in an Era of Frugality
Joshua Onysko is described by one of his investors as a "nut-case," but it is meant as a compliment, not an insult. It is that passion that d ... More
Joshua Onysko is described by one of his investors as a "nut-case," but it is meant as a compliment, not an insult. It is that passion that d ... More
| 11/23/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Small Business Has Small Hiring Plans
Small businesses usually lead the charge to rehire when economic recovery begins. The response thus far has been muted. Numerous reasons a ... More
Small businesses usually lead the charge to rehire when economic recovery begins. The response thus far has been muted. Numerous reasons a ... More
| 11/16/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Praise the Company, Pocket the Stock
KeyOn Communications, a small start-up firm, has experienced meteoric growth in stock value in recent months. Meteoric to the tune of a 5,000% incr ... More
KeyOn Communications, a small start-up firm, has experienced meteoric growth in stock value in recent months. Meteoric to the tune of a 5,000% incr ... More
| 11/16/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Business Incubators are Growing Up
Business incubators have been commonly thought of as low-rent, cost-sharing entities that help businesses get off the ground by lowering their star ... More
Business incubators have been commonly thought of as low-rent, cost-sharing entities that help businesses get off the ground by lowering their star ... More
| 11/9/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Nearly Waterless Washing
While much of the emphasis of the "green" technologies has been focused on renewable and more efficient energy, some research has also been f ... More
While much of the emphasis of the "green" technologies has been focused on renewable and more efficient energy, some research has also been f ... More
| 11/2/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
For Entrepreneurs, Credit Eases—a Bit
Large banks have been reluctant to lend funds to small businesses during the recent recession, but there are signs that the increased funding to the S ... More
Large banks have been reluctant to lend funds to small businesses during the recent recession, but there are signs that the increased funding to the S ... More
| 11/2/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Low Rents and Weird 'Stores' at the Mall
Retail Malls have been very hard hit by some of their larger tenants scaling back their operations. With space to fill, they are resorting to tr ... More
Retail Malls have been very hard hit by some of their larger tenants scaling back their operations. With space to fill, they are resorting to tr ... More
| 10/26/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Hiring Hitch for Small Business
As the economy is still on a precarious path to recovery, small businesses are starting to see their opportunities for growth beginning to incre ... More
As the economy is still on a precarious path to recovery, small businesses are starting to see their opportunities for growth beginning to incre ... More
| 10/19/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Second Coming of Iridium
Normally an entrepreneurial startup gets one shot at success. Unlike incumbent firms, startups face a lack of financial and organizational ... More
Normally an entrepreneurial startup gets one shot at success. Unlike incumbent firms, startups face a lack of financial and organizational ... More
| 10/12/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
When the CEO Job is Split in Two
The BusinessWeek article, "When the CEO Job is Split in Two" (October 12, 2009), looks at the developing trend of establishing a co- or dual-CEO struc ... More
The BusinessWeek article, "When the CEO Job is Split in Two" (October 12, 2009), looks at the developing trend of establishing a co- or dual-CEO struc ... More
| 10/5/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Fill 'er up-With Hydrogen
Governments, motor vehicle manufacturers and energy companies are all looking to the future and trying to ascertain whether cars of the future will be ... More
Governments, motor vehicle manufacturers and energy companies are all looking to the future and trying to ascertain whether cars of the future will be ... More
| 9/28/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
When Your Venture Guy Says Goodbye (online only)
The dynamic turbulence in the general economic environment has affected more than just consumer behavior, it has dramatically impacted the investment ... More
The dynamic turbulence in the general economic environment has affected more than just consumer behavior, it has dramatically impacted the investment ... More
| 9/21/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Cerebus Now Hunts Smaller Prey
Cerebus is currently coming off of a lackluster year in which it invested in a couple of major losing propositions, such as GM and Chrysler. ... More
Cerebus is currently coming off of a lackluster year in which it invested in a couple of major losing propositions, such as GM and Chrysler. ... More
| 9/14/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Quantum Leap for Lighting
New technology being marketed by QD Vision, a startup firm, includes new light bulbs made with LEDs that are significantly more efficient than co ... More
New technology being marketed by QD Vision, a startup firm, includes new light bulbs made with LEDs that are significantly more efficient than co ... More
| 9/7/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Health-Care Trap for Small Business
The BusinessWeek article, "A Health-Care Trap for Small Business" (September 7, 2009), points out the greater degree of volatility in health-insu ... More
The BusinessWeek article, "A Health-Care Trap for Small Business" (September 7, 2009), points out the greater degree of volatility in health-insu ... More
| 9/7/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
How Science can Create Millions of new Jobs
One of the major issues in the economic-development dilemma faced by the U.S. today is the drying up of the tributaries of innovation that provid ... More
One of the major issues in the economic-development dilemma faced by the U.S. today is the drying up of the tributaries of innovation that provid ... More
| 8/24/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
China's Homegrown Private Equity
For the last decade plus, foreign investment firms have aided Chinese startups with their capital. Recently, the Chinese government has altered ... More
For the last decade plus, foreign investment firms have aided Chinese startups with their capital. Recently, the Chinese government has altered ... More
| 8/17/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Capitalism, No. Free Enterprise, Yes
What's in a name? According to researchers that surveyed voters from various viewpoints, they seem to agree on the idea that capitalism has a ne ... More
What's in a name? According to researchers that surveyed voters from various viewpoints, they seem to agree on the idea that capitalism has a ne ... More
| 8/10/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Why Small Biz Is Skittish
The BusinessWeek article "Why Small Biz Is Skittish" (August 10, 2009) focuses on one element, though a major one, of President Obama's polic ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Why Small Biz Is Skittish" (August 10, 2009) focuses on one element, though a major one, of President Obama's polic ... More
| 8/3/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Throwing Lifelines to Small Business
Newly confirmed administrator of the Small Business Administration, Karen Mills, discusses the initiatives being undertaken to get funds flowing to sm ... More
Newly confirmed administrator of the Small Business Administration, Karen Mills, discusses the initiatives being undertaken to get funds flowing to sm ... More
| 7/27/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Little Green Dynamos
The BusinessWeek article "Little Green Dynamos" (July 27, 2009) covers 25 young businesses that are well positioned in the green-entrepreneurship aren ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Little Green Dynamos" (July 27, 2009) covers 25 young businesses that are well positioned in the green-entrepreneurship aren ... More
| 7/27/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Creative Beginnings in a Downturn
Recessionary times can actually prove to be a boon for entrepreneurial activity, as shown by the strategies employed by four firms outlined in the Bus ... More
Recessionary times can actually prove to be a boon for entrepreneurial activity, as shown by the strategies employed by four firms outlined in the Bus ... More
| 7/13/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Fresh Approach to Venture Capital
Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz have both been quite successful in their own entrepreneurial endeavors, including such names as Netscape and ... More
Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz have both been quite successful in their own entrepreneurial endeavors, including such names as Netscape and ... More
| 7/6/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Seeking the 'Next Billion' Gamers
Entering a slow-growth industry dominated by firms like Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo would not fit into our traditional opportunistic markets, but th ... More
Entering a slow-growth industry dominated by firms like Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo would not fit into our traditional opportunistic markets, but th ... More
| 6/29/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Coach's New Bag
Coach purses and accessories are a fashion staple in the high-end market. It has grown from a modest company focused on the working woman to a s ... More
Coach purses and accessories are a fashion staple in the high-end market. It has grown from a modest company focused on the working woman to a s ... More
| 6/22/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Hunting for Growth: The Quick and the Agile
One of the advantages of small firms is their ability to be quick in their response to environmental changes. The BusinessWeek article, "Hu ... More
One of the advantages of small firms is their ability to be quick in their response to environmental changes. The BusinessWeek article, "Hu ... More
| 6/15/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Cloud Computing's Big Bang for Business
Cloud computing has allowed firms to effectively "outsource" their computer hardware needs by allowing them to pay only for the usage that th ... More
Cloud computing has allowed firms to effectively "outsource" their computer hardware needs by allowing them to pay only for the usage that th ... More
| 6/8/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Make-or-Break Time for Cancer Drugs
Developing innovative pharmaceuticals has been a lucrative path to wealth for startup biotech firms for the past couple of decades, but as ... More
Developing innovative pharmaceuticals has been a lucrative path to wealth for startup biotech firms for the past couple of decades, but as ... More
| 6/1/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
These Angels Go Where Others Fear to Tread
Recent history has indicated that many large venture capital funds have decided to sit on the sidelines when it comes to funding new projects that&nbs ... More
Recent history has indicated that many large venture capital funds have decided to sit on the sidelines when it comes to funding new projects that&nbs ... More
| 5/25/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Clean, Green and not a Car
Segway received a large amount of hype about its initial product offering, yet its financial performance has been less than stellar. Now, by par ... More
Segway received a large amount of hype about its initial product offering, yet its financial performance has been less than stellar. Now, by par ... More
| 5/18/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Israel's New Pioneers Cash in on Cleantech
Israel has long been forced to deal with issues regarding the conservation of natural resources. This focus has led to many creative organizatio ... More
Israel has long been forced to deal with issues regarding the conservation of natural resources. This focus has led to many creative organizatio ... More
| 5/11/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Good Times for Cheap Cell Phones
The Chinese firm ZTE has risen from a very small competitor to the world's No. 6 producer of cell phones in just two years. They intend to becom ... More
The Chinese firm ZTE has risen from a very small competitor to the world's No. 6 producer of cell phones in just two years. They intend to becom ... More
| 5/4/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Option ARM-And Your Left Leg
Many prospective small-business owners saw an excellent opportunity to start their dream business using the ever-growing equity in their homes as a ba ... More
Many prospective small-business owners saw an excellent opportunity to start their dream business using the ever-growing equity in their homes as a ba ... More
| 4/20/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Secret Sauce at In-N-Out Burger
Second-generation owner Rich Snyder agreed with his father and mother (co-founders) that front-line workers and quality are the main ingredients ... More
Second-generation owner Rich Snyder agreed with his father and mother (co-founders) that front-line workers and quality are the main ingredients ... More
| 4/13/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Startups, Start Your Engines
A question was posed by a reader of "The Welchway" with regard to the condition of the economy for startups. While this is counterintuitive to t ... More
A question was posed by a reader of "The Welchway" with regard to the condition of the economy for startups. While this is counterintuitive to t ... More
| 4/6/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Power from Potholes
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) senior Zach Anderson is co-inventor of Genshock, a system that harnesses the energy created by t ... More
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) senior Zach Anderson is co-inventor of Genshock, a system that harnesses the energy created by t ... More
| 3/23/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Obama's Tax Plan Will Hurt Nonprofits
Sandy Weill accurately states the obvious in the title of his BusinessWeek article, "Obama's Tax Plan Will Hurt Nonprofits," (March 23, 2009). H ... More
Sandy Weill accurately states the obvious in the title of his BusinessWeek article, "Obama's Tax Plan Will Hurt Nonprofits," (March 23, 2009). H ... More
| 3/23/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
There is no More Normal
The BusinessWeek article, "There is no More Normal" (March 23, 2009), discusses the changes in management thought from the days of assembly ... More
The BusinessWeek article, "There is no More Normal" (March 23, 2009), discusses the changes in management thought from the days of assembly ... More
| 3/16/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Backlash Against Obama's Budget
Now that the nuts and bolts of the President's plan are beginning to come to light, some of the interested parties that were sitting on the fence are ... More
Now that the nuts and bolts of the President's plan are beginning to come to light, some of the interested parties that were sitting on the fence are ... More
| 3/9/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Best Undergrad B-Schools
Cutbacks in employment have begun to limit the job opportunities available to college students graduating from undergraduate programs. Normally, ... More
Cutbacks in employment have begun to limit the job opportunities available to college students graduating from undergraduate programs. Normally, ... More
| 3/2/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Green Biz
It is a well-known fact that immense amounts of energy are stored in the ocean, and we are not only talking about the oil on its floor. The cons ... More
It is a well-known fact that immense amounts of energy are stored in the ocean, and we are not only talking about the oil on its floor. The cons ... More
| 2/23/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Electric Car Battery War
The BusinessWeek article "The Electric Car Battery War" (February 23, 2009) discusses the fight for a foothold (or better yet a stranglehold) on ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The Electric Car Battery War" (February 23, 2009) discusses the fight for a foothold (or better yet a stranglehold) on ... More
| 2/16/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Small Banks Say 'No Thanks'
The BusinessWeek article "Small Banks Say 'No Thanks'" (February 16, 2009) focuses on a trend of small banks refusing the federal aid ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Small Banks Say 'No Thanks'" (February 16, 2009) focuses on a trend of small banks refusing the federal aid ... More
| 2/9/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Corporate Failures: The Worst May Be Yet to Come
The BusinessWeek article "Corporate Failures: The Worst May Be Yet to Come" (February 9, 2009) discusses the increase in bankruptcy filing, p ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Corporate Failures: The Worst May Be Yet to Come" (February 9, 2009) discusses the increase in bankruptcy filing, p ... More
| 2/9/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Should Taxpayers Fuel Tesla?
Would the government be better off supporting an entrepreneurial endeavor or an internationally recognized vendor that is seeking to alter it ... More
Would the government be better off supporting an entrepreneurial endeavor or an internationally recognized vendor that is seeking to alter it ... More
| 1/26/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A New Menace to the Economy
The BusinessWeek article "A New Menace to the Economy" (January 26/February 2, 2009) posits that by propping up dubious companies via federal ... More
The BusinessWeek article "A New Menace to the Economy" (January 26/February 2, 2009) posits that by propping up dubious companies via federal ... More
| 1/26/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Real Potential of Apple's iPhone
Apple's success in penetrating the mobile market with the iPhone has been exceptional. The BusinessWeek article "The Real Potential of Apple' ... More
Apple's success in penetrating the mobile market with the iPhone has been exceptional. The BusinessWeek article "The Real Potential of Apple' ... More
| 1/19/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
When Economists Collide
High-profile economists held their annual meeting amidst some of the most volatile and misunderstood economic conditions in their lifetime. They ... More
High-profile economists held their annual meeting amidst some of the most volatile and misunderstood economic conditions in their lifetime. They ... More
| 1/12/2009 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Is Silicon Valley Losing its Magic?
According to the BusinessWeek article "Is Silicon Valley Losing its Magic?" (January 12, 2009), risk aversion, short-term focus, and lack of ambi ... More
According to the BusinessWeek article "Is Silicon Valley Losing its Magic?" (January 12, 2009), risk aversion, short-term focus, and lack of ambi ... More
| 12/29/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Silicon Valley: Uh-Oh for Web 2.0
As recently as last year, the valuation of high-potential Web businesses was such that gaining investor support at favorable terms for the fo ... More
As recently as last year, the valuation of high-potential Web businesses was such that gaining investor support at favorable terms for the fo ... More
| 12/22/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
From 401(k) Nest Egg to Seed Money
The credit crunch has dramatically affected the ability of would-be entrepreneurs to use credit availability to bootstrap finance their new enterprise ... More
The credit crunch has dramatically affected the ability of would-be entrepreneurs to use credit availability to bootstrap finance their new enterprise ... More
| 12/15/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Enter the Liquidators: 'We Unwind Dreams'
Not all dreams come true. Some turn into nightmares! The BusinessWeek article "Enter the Liquidators: 'We Unwind Dreams'" (December 15, 20 ... More
Not all dreams come true. Some turn into nightmares! The BusinessWeek article "Enter the Liquidators: 'We Unwind Dreams'" (December 15, 20 ... More
| 12/8/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Capitalism with a Human Face
The BusinessWeek article "Capitalism with a Human Face" (December 8, 2008) discusses the evolution and status of the social enterprise today and ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Capitalism with a Human Face" (December 8, 2008) discusses the evolution and status of the social enterprise today and ... More
| 12/1/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Enough Shock Treatment?
The BusinessWeek article "Enough Shock Treatment?" (December 1, 2008) looks at the likelihood of the first international downturn (signified ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Enough Shock Treatment?" (December 1, 2008) looks at the likelihood of the first international downturn (signified ... More
| 12/1/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The X Factor: Can Big-Money Contests Save Innovation?
Peter Diamandis issued a challenge to innovators in the early 2000 period to launch the first privately funded manned space travel. He would ... More
Peter Diamandis issued a challenge to innovators in the early 2000 period to launch the first privately funded manned space travel. He would ... More
| 11/24/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
What's Red-Hot And Green All Over?
The governments of Europe have started to strongly support the development of "green" technologies to the extent that three of the top ten fastest-gro ... More
The governments of Europe have started to strongly support the development of "green" technologies to the extent that three of the top ten fastest-gro ... More
| 11/17/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Changes Business Wants
The mantra of "change" has obviously resonated with a sector large enough to lead to the election of a "new message" president and a Congress likely t ... More
The mantra of "change" has obviously resonated with a sector large enough to lead to the election of a "new message" president and a Congress likely t ... More
| 11/10/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Taking the Dull Out of Dell
Dell, long the low-cost leader in PCs, has begun to seek a differentiation strategy using a design-the-appearance-of-your-PC approach. Offeri ... More
Dell, long the low-cost leader in PCs, has begun to seek a differentiation strategy using a design-the-appearance-of-your-PC approach. Offeri ... More
| 11/3/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Making Money Without Mad Ave
Many high-profile entrants into the Internet market have had less-than-stellar revenue performance, according to "Making Money Without Mad Ave" (Busin ... More
Many high-profile entrants into the Internet market have had less-than-stellar revenue performance, according to "Making Money Without Mad Ave" (Busin ... More
| 11/3/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Words That Pack Power
Regardless of whether a small-business owner is dealing with customers, suppliers, employees, or any other stakeholder, their words and the choice the ... More
Regardless of whether a small-business owner is dealing with customers, suppliers, employees, or any other stakeholder, their words and the choice the ... More
| 10/27/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Sweating through an IPO Drought
The ultimate exit strategy for many high-growth entrepreneurial entities is "going public" with an initial public offering (IPO). In betwee ... More
The ultimate exit strategy for many high-growth entrepreneurial entities is "going public" with an initial public offering (IPO). In betwee ... More
| 10/20/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Thrift Shops on Easy Street
Thrift stores, entities that buy used but well-conditioned clothing and sundry items and sell them through a storefront, have long been successful wit ... More
Thrift stores, entities that buy used but well-conditioned clothing and sundry items and sell them through a storefront, have long been successful wit ... More
| 10/13/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Financial Ice Age Dawns
Struggling firms aren't the only ones feeling the credit crunch; fiscally-sound firms in need of growth will also have problems finding cash. Th ... More
Struggling firms aren't the only ones feeling the credit crunch; fiscally-sound firms in need of growth will also have problems finding cash. Th ... More
| 10/6/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Charities Go Begging
Already feeling pressure from the slowing economy, not-for-profit organizations that are heavily dependent on contributions from the wealthy (particul ... More
Already feeling pressure from the slowing economy, not-for-profit organizations that are heavily dependent on contributions from the wealthy (particul ... More
| 10/6/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Mad as Hell on Main Street
In Allentown, Pa., (and ostensibly many other locales) there is little sympathy for the Wall Street companies the government is talking about bailing ... More
In Allentown, Pa., (and ostensibly many other locales) there is little sympathy for the Wall Street companies the government is talking about bailing ... More
| 9/29/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Chance to Find Balance
The current crisis within the financial sector is portrayed as a necessary balance to the distorted economy arguably in place since 2000. The ... More
The current crisis within the financial sector is portrayed as a necessary balance to the distorted economy arguably in place since 2000. The ... More
| 9/22/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Alliant: Aiming to Stay No.1 with a Bullet
While many would not consider defense contractor superstar Alliant Techsystems to be an entrepreneurial firm, all would have to admit that entering a ... More
While many would not consider defense contractor superstar Alliant Techsystems to be an entrepreneurial firm, all would have to admit that entering a ... More
| 9/15/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A New Deal on Energy?
Compromise is not a term often heard during election years. However, this year the pressure from constituents has led several Senators to cross the ai ... More
Compromise is not a term often heard during election years. However, this year the pressure from constituents has led several Senators to cross the ai ... More
| 9/1/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Growth Galore, But Profits are Zip
Zipcar, a young privately held firm in the U.S. is actually born from a European concept that was initially used as an extension to the public transit ... More
Zipcar, a young privately held firm in the U.S. is actually born from a European concept that was initially used as an extension to the public transit ... More
| 9/1/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Fast, Cheap, and Totally in Control
Embracing piracy, taking on the controversial, and entering a business notorious for its powerful incumbent firms does not sound like much of a s ... More
Embracing piracy, taking on the controversial, and entering a business notorious for its powerful incumbent firms does not sound like much of a s ... More
| 8/25/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Honey, Let’s Eat at Home Tonight
According to the BusinessWeek article "Honey, Let's Eat at Home Tonight" (August 25, 2008), many of the “casual fare” restaurants are struggling with ... More
According to the BusinessWeek article "Honey, Let's Eat at Home Tonight" (August 25, 2008), many of the “casual fare” restaurants are struggling with ... More
| 8/18/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Has Facebook's Value Taken a Hit?
Merely a few months ago, the new star of the online world appeared to be Facebook. Companies such as Microsoft were bidding in to such a degree ... More
Merely a few months ago, the new star of the online world appeared to be Facebook. Companies such as Microsoft were bidding in to such a degree ... More
| 8/11/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Softening Buffett's Import Proposal
Warren Buffett's proposal to force companies to attain (via export offsets) certificates to import nonoil goods has led to an interesting deb ... More
Warren Buffett's proposal to force companies to attain (via export offsets) certificates to import nonoil goods has led to an interesting deb ... More
| 8/11/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Beijing Olympics: Follow the Gold
The BusinessWeek article "The Beijing Olympics: Follow the Gold" (August 11, 2008) shows the sources and distribution of revenue directly rel ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The Beijing Olympics: Follow the Gold" (August 11, 2008) shows the sources and distribution of revenue directly rel ... More
| 8/4/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Drowning Out the Big Labels
Sub Pop, Merge, and Matador are probably not music labels that music enthusiasts would recognize. In today's market, however, their viability in ... More
Sub Pop, Merge, and Matador are probably not music labels that music enthusiasts would recognize. In today's market, however, their viability in ... More
| 7/14/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Mom-and-Pop Multinationals
We have traditionally thought of international entrepreneurism as an extension of current products and services into the international realm. ... More
We have traditionally thought of international entrepreneurism as an extension of current products and services into the international realm. ... More
| 7/7/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Where Google Isn't Goliath
"Yandex it!" would not make any sense to the American Internet user, but that is the dream of Yandex in the rapidly growing Russian market. T ... More
"Yandex it!" would not make any sense to the American Internet user, but that is the dream of Yandex in the rapidly growing Russian market. T ... More
| 6/30/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Bigger Kids Want to Dress Cool, Too
Merrill Guerra has started an online store called RealKidz for plus-size kids looking to obtain stylish clothing, according to the BusinessWeek articl ... More
Merrill Guerra has started an online store called RealKidz for plus-size kids looking to obtain stylish clothing, according to the BusinessWeek articl ... More
| 6/30/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Heaven for Hypochondriacs
A.D.A.M. (Animated Dissection of Anatomy for Medicine), an interactive database that provides info on symptoms, diseases, and treatments using embedde ... More
A.D.A.M. (Animated Dissection of Anatomy for Medicine), an interactive database that provides info on symptoms, diseases, and treatments using embedde ... More
| 6/23/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Inside the War Against China's Blogs
Daqi.com, a new Chinese PR firm, is using the active Chinese blogospere to thwart potential threats to its clients' reputations. Using an army of infl ... More
Daqi.com, a new Chinese PR firm, is using the active Chinese blogospere to thwart potential threats to its clients' reputations. Using an army of infl ... More
| 6/16/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Disney: When You Wish Upon a Startup
Steamboat Willie, Disney's first major cartoon hit, transformed it into the media giant it is today. Harkening back to that first hit, Disney ... More
Steamboat Willie, Disney's first major cartoon hit, transformed it into the media giant it is today. Harkening back to that first hit, Disney ... More
| 6/16/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Taxing the 'Not-So-Rich' Rich
The BusinessWeek article "Taxing the 'Not-So-Rich' Rich" (June 16, 2008) takes an inside look at the lives of the "rich" as defined in the ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Taxing the 'Not-So-Rich' Rich" (June 16, 2008) takes an inside look at the lives of the "rich" as defined in the ... More
| 6/9/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Storm Warning
The forecast by the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration calls for an average to above average number of hurricanes and tropical systems ... More
The forecast by the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration calls for an average to above average number of hurricanes and tropical systems ... More
| 6/9/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Hot Growth Companies
The BusinessWeek article "Hot Growth Companies" (June 9, 2008) focuses on the magazine's top 50 growth-oriented companies. This year's rank ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Hot Growth Companies" (June 9, 2008) focuses on the magazine's top 50 growth-oriented companies. This year's rank ... More
| 6/2/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Stalking the Next Big Thing
Marc Andreessen, an e-entrepreneur with two megahit ($1 billion+) startups to his credit, has taken on a new project with Gina Bianchini to c ... More
Marc Andreessen, an e-entrepreneur with two megahit ($1 billion+) startups to his credit, has taken on a new project with Gina Bianchini to c ... More
| 6/2/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Corporate Europe's Fierce Leaders
The top companies in Europe tend to have a common element in place: They are extremely innovative on a continual basis. The impetus behind th ... More
The top companies in Europe tend to have a common element in place: They are extremely innovative on a continual basis. The impetus behind th ... More
| 5/26/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Perils of Going Public
Callaway Golf founder Ely Callaway reaped massive benefits from his entry into the golf equipment market. Followers have been less successful in ... More
Callaway Golf founder Ely Callaway reaped massive benefits from his entry into the golf equipment market. Followers have been less successful in ... More
| 5/19/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Big Drug R&D on Campus
Pharmaceutical companies are concerned about the decreasing returns to their increasing expenditures into research and development. In an effort ... More
Pharmaceutical companies are concerned about the decreasing returns to their increasing expenditures into research and development. In an effort ... More
| 5/19/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
When Small Biz Can't Get a Loan
With interest rates dropping thanks to government action, you might believe that small businesses would be helped greatly. These rates are helpfu ... More
With interest rates dropping thanks to government action, you might believe that small businesses would be helped greatly. These rates are helpfu ... More
| 5/12/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Acting Globally but Selling Locally
The number one producer of athletic wear in China has a name that would not be recognized by the vast majority of U.S. consumers. This is ... More
The number one producer of athletic wear in China has a name that would not be recognized by the vast majority of U.S. consumers. This is ... More
| 5/5/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Keeping Morale up in a Downturn
In the BusinessWeek article "Keeping Morale up in a Downturn" (May 5, 2008), Jack and Suzy Welch expound upon the importance of being forthright and t ... More
In the BusinessWeek article "Keeping Morale up in a Downturn" (May 5, 2008), Jack and Suzy Welch expound upon the importance of being forthright and t ... More
| 5/5/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
How I Became a Little-Guy Lender
With interest and investment portfolios showing anemic rates of return, many individuals with cash are deciding to take advantage of the one plac ... More
With interest and investment portfolios showing anemic rates of return, many individuals with cash are deciding to take advantage of the one plac ... More
| 4/28/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
25 Most Innovative Companies: Smart Ideas for Tough Times
The annual list of the 25 most innovative companies, as selected by the Boston Consulting Group, is preceded by an intriguing discussion of philosophi ... More
The annual list of the 25 most innovative companies, as selected by the Boston Consulting Group, is preceded by an intriguing discussion of philosophi ... More
| 4/28/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
How Angel Investors Get Their Wings
Angel investment has become a far more organized and understood avenue to wealth creation over the past decade. Indeed, it sometimes mimics prof ... More
Angel investment has become a far more organized and understood avenue to wealth creation over the past decade. Indeed, it sometimes mimics prof ... More
| 4/21/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Finding Innovation Where it Lives
Jack and Susie Welch discuss the innovative mindset that needs to be pervasive throughout today's organizations in the BusinessWeek article "Finding I ... More
Jack and Susie Welch discuss the innovative mindset that needs to be pervasive throughout today's organizations in the BusinessWeek article "Finding I ... More
| 4/14/2008 | Reviewer: Doug Lyon, PhD |
Creative Capital
Digital Equipment's IPO in 1966 was one of the first big high-tech IPOs. It was orchestrated by Georges Doriot, president of American Research &a ... More
Digital Equipment's IPO in 1966 was one of the first big high-tech IPOs. It was orchestrated by Georges Doriot, president of American Research &a ... More
| 4/7/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Ravenous for Small Tech
The economy is putting a crunch on the earnings and valuation of small upstart tech firms. Many of the tech firms that have already been success ... More
The economy is putting a crunch on the earnings and valuation of small upstart tech firms. Many of the tech firms that have already been success ... More
| 3/31/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Few Bright Spots
While many sectors of the economy are in the throes of poor performance, some are actually thriving or ambivalent toward the slump. The finan ... More
While many sectors of the economy are in the throes of poor performance, some are actually thriving or ambivalent toward the slump. The finan ... More
| 3/24/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Do These Clothes Help you Work out?
The athletic apparel sector of the clothing industry is a burgeoning competitive arena that is now coming under the scrutiny of scientists who are cha ... More
The athletic apparel sector of the clothing industry is a burgeoning competitive arena that is now coming under the scrutiny of scientists who are cha ... More
| 3/24/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Meet a Pirate's Best Friend
Jon, a 22 year old from London, grew frustrated trying to find a retro computer game online. That frustration led him to create an easier way to ... More
Jon, a 22 year old from London, grew frustrated trying to find a retro computer game online. That frustration led him to create an easier way to ... More
| 3/17/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Showcase for Fresh Concepts and New Technology
The New York Museum of Modern Art has an exhibit featuring 200 innovative projects from across the globe called "Design and the Elastic Mi ... More
The New York Museum of Modern Art has an exhibit featuring 200 innovative projects from across the globe called "Design and the Elastic Mi ... More
| 3/17/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Wanted: One CEO for One Laptop Per Child
Nicholas Negroponte has begun a search for a CEO to run his nonprofit One Laptop Per Child (OLPC). His original vision of placing 150 million ... More
Nicholas Negroponte has begun a search for a CEO to run his nonprofit One Laptop Per Child (OLPC). His original vision of placing 150 million ... More
| 3/10/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Meet the Master of Mideast Buyouts
Buyouts have reached fever pitch in the Middle East. Spawned by massive wealth driven by the oil industry, cash is seeking to be reinvested to e ... More
Buyouts have reached fever pitch in the Middle East. Spawned by massive wealth driven by the oil industry, cash is seeking to be reinvested to e ... More
| 3/3/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Gore, Geldof, Venter...and This Guy?
A young entrepreneur named Ben Kaufman will present his newest endeavor at the prestigious technology, entertainment, and design conference (TED).&nbs ... More
A young entrepreneur named Ben Kaufman will present his newest endeavor at the prestigious technology, entertainment, and design conference (TED).&nbs ... More
| 3/3/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Pending Threat to Patents
The courts have recently started to take a more strict stance on the term "obvious" as it relates to the patent protection of business practices, acco ... More
The courts have recently started to take a more strict stance on the term "obvious" as it relates to the patent protection of business practices, acco ... More
| 2/25/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Fed's Tense Ride
The Fed will be under pressure to lower rates to spur economic development. The lenders, however, have shown a propensity to use these breaks to ... More
The Fed will be under pressure to lower rates to spur economic development. The lenders, however, have shown a propensity to use these breaks to ... More
| 2/25/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The iSommelier Will Take Your Order
Facilitating social computing has become a popular trend in the service arena and is finding its way into high-end restaurants and wine bars. It ... More
Facilitating social computing has become a popular trend in the service arena and is finding its way into high-end restaurants and wine bars. It ... More
| 2/18/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Fed's Race Against Recession
The Fed's drastic rate cuts designed to lower borrowing costs and spur investment have not had the desired impact - not because lenders haven't l ... More
The Fed's drastic rate cuts designed to lower borrowing costs and spur investment have not had the desired impact - not because lenders haven't l ... More
| 2/11/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Don't Put Me Back In, Coach
BrainScope, a young firm out of Chesterfield, Missouri, has a new product offering in the healthcare field, a portable device designed to ... More
BrainScope, a young firm out of Chesterfield, Missouri, has a new product offering in the healthcare field, a portable device designed to ... More
| 2/4/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Social Networks That Break a Sweat
Sports seem to bring out the fanaticism in all of us! That is why some of the most rapidly growing Web presences are in this arena. The NB ... More
Sports seem to bring out the fanaticism in all of us! That is why some of the most rapidly growing Web presences are in this arena. The NB ... More
| 2/4/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Winning the Subprime Bet
BlackRock, a competitor in the mortgage industry, foresaw the downturn in real estate two years ago and even placed itself in a position to win should ... More
BlackRock, a competitor in the mortgage industry, foresaw the downturn in real estate two years ago and even placed itself in a position to win should ... More
| 1/28/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Better way to Track the Economy
Assessing the economic health of a country has been based historically on its Gross National Product (GNP) and, more recently, Gross Domestic Product ... More
Assessing the economic health of a country has been based historically on its Gross National Product (GNP) and, more recently, Gross Domestic Product ... More
| 1/28/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Why the Street is Keen on Keryx
Keryx, a small biotech firm with no products currently on the market, has managed to get buy and no-sell recommendations from many analysts. Thi ... More
Keryx, a small biotech firm with no products currently on the market, has managed to get buy and no-sell recommendations from many analysts. Thi ... More
| 1/21/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Show Me the Moneymen
Rate My Venture Capitalist.com! Why not? We have RateMyProfessors.com, don't we? Much as RateMyProfessors.com provides a vehicle for stude ... More
Rate My Venture Capitalist.com! Why not? We have RateMyProfessors.com, don't we? Much as RateMyProfessors.com provides a vehicle for stude ... More
| 1/14/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Price War in Health Insurance
Health care insurers have long viewed small businesses as a niche market with which they could make high profits to offset the competitive large custo ... More
Health care insurers have long viewed small businesses as a niche market with which they could make high profits to offset the competitive large custo ... More
| 1/14/2008 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Measuring Your Digital Footprint
How many of us have done "Google" searches on our name to see if there are any hits and where? Quite a few I would guess. Most of us are e ... More
How many of us have done "Google" searches on our name to see if there are any hits and where? Quite a few I would guess. Most of us are e ... More
| 12/31/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Venture Capital Strengthens While Private Equity Slumps
Investment in technology and innovative startups have traditionally followed one of two paths; Private Equity or Venture Capital investment. Rec ... More
Investment in technology and innovative startups have traditionally followed one of two paths; Private Equity or Venture Capital investment. Rec ... More
| 12/31/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Toys With a Second Life
Ganz "Webkinz" have established a brand name in the plush animal markets by marrying online alter-egos with their toys, according to the BusinessWeek ... More
Ganz "Webkinz" have established a brand name in the plush animal markets by marrying online alter-egos with their toys, according to the BusinessWeek ... More
| 12/24/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Finding Faces in the e-Crowd
Nikolaj Nyholm, CEO of Polar Rose (a Swedish startup firm), has begun to work with large search engine companies to enhance the ability to ... More
Nikolaj Nyholm, CEO of Polar Rose (a Swedish startup firm), has begun to work with large search engine companies to enhance the ability to ... More
| 12/24/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Ugly Side of Micro-Lending
Recent discussion in the United States has revolved around the alleged unethical behavior of lenders in the home mortgage industry a ... More
Recent discussion in the United States has revolved around the alleged unethical behavior of lenders in the home mortgage industry a ... More
| 12/17/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
More Clicks at the Bricks
The BusinessWeek article "More Clicks at the Bricks" (December 17, 2007) discusses adaptive efforts by mainstream retailers seeking to adapt to t ... More
The BusinessWeek article "More Clicks at the Bricks" (December 17, 2007) discusses adaptive efforts by mainstream retailers seeking to adapt to t ... More
| 12/10/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Online, Souped Up, and Making Tracks
The name Edmunds has been associated with trustworthy analysis of automobiles since the company's founding in 1966. In the mi ... More
The name Edmunds has been associated with trustworthy analysis of automobiles since the company's founding in 1966. In the mi ... More
| 12/10/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Printing Chips on the Cheap
A new company from Silicon Valley has found a way to reduce the cost of tracking chips by a third. This company is using an established te ... More
A new company from Silicon Valley has found a way to reduce the cost of tracking chips by a third. This company is using an established te ... More
| 12/3/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Is the Hip Bone Connected to a Fee?
Many of the top names in orthopedic products have recently been fined and forced to post lists of their "consultants" (physicians who r ... More
Many of the top names in orthopedic products have recently been fined and forced to post lists of their "consultants" (physicians who r ... More
| 12/3/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
This Race May Be Tata's to Lose
Tata Motors, an Indian automobile manufacturer, is one of the few companies making an active bid for the Jaguar Cars and Land Rover brands fr ... More
Tata Motors, an Indian automobile manufacturer, is one of the few companies making an active bid for the Jaguar Cars and Land Rover brands fr ... More
| 11/26/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Threadless: From Clicks to Bricks
Threadless.com, a company started by two advertising guys back in 2001, has had a great deal of success selling edgy t-shirts online, growing from ... More
Threadless.com, a company started by two advertising guys back in 2001, has had a great deal of success selling edgy t-shirts online, growing from ... More
| 11/19/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
China's E-Tail Awakening
Chinese customers are now beginning to cautiously test the waters of e-commerce, and a high growth rate is forecast as they ... More
Chinese customers are now beginning to cautiously test the waters of e-commerce, and a high growth rate is forecast as they ... More
| 11/12/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Putting All of Your Gizmos on the Same Wavelength
A startup company from Syracuse, NY named Wireless Grids will soon be testing its wireless integrating platform, which allows networks of networks to ... More
A startup company from Syracuse, NY named Wireless Grids will soon be testing its wireless integrating platform, which allows networks of networks to ... More
| 11/12/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Continent's Hottest Small Companies
The Nordic countries of Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Iceland, and Finland have long been viewed as havens for big businesses such as Ericsson, Nokia, a ... More
The Nordic countries of Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Iceland, and Finland have long been viewed as havens for big businesses such as Ericsson, Nokia, a ... More
| 11/12/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
So Many Ads, So Few Clicks
Many of the most highly-touted internet deals in recent years are now beginning to have to address a flawed assumption within their business models ... More
Many of the most highly-touted internet deals in recent years are now beginning to have to address a flawed assumption within their business models ... More
| 11/5/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Even-Keel Economy
The BusinessWeek article "The Even-Keel Economy" (November 5, 2007) notes that the predicted massive calamity relating to the slumping ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The Even-Keel Economy" (November 5, 2007) notes that the predicted massive calamity relating to the slumping ... More
| 11/5/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
In Search of MyProfits
MySpace, Facebook, and a plethora of new firms whose products focus on facilitating social networking are beginning to hear the sounds of inv ... More
MySpace, Facebook, and a plethora of new firms whose products focus on facilitating social networking are beginning to hear the sounds of inv ... More
| 10/29/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
When Good Buzz Goes Bad
Xtent, a medicated stent manufacturer, had just begun the Initial Public Offering (IPO) stage when some external researchers began to que ... More
Xtent, a medicated stent manufacturer, had just begun the Initial Public Offering (IPO) stage when some external researchers began to que ... More
| 10/22/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Master Designer Redraws His Plans
The BusinessWeek article "A Master Designer Redraws His Plans" (October 22, 2007) discusses how Robert Brunner, a former product design ... More
The BusinessWeek article "A Master Designer Redraws His Plans" (October 22, 2007) discusses how Robert Brunner, a former product design ... More
| 10/22/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
What in the Web are they Thinking?
Technologically-oriented startups on the Web have become high-priced targets for incumbent firms in the industry, including some who were recently ... More
Technologically-oriented startups on the Web have become high-priced targets for incumbent firms in the industry, including some who were recently ... More
| 10/15/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Join the FON Club, Be a Hotspot
The BusinessWeek article "Join the FON Club, Be a Hotspot" (October 15, 2007) reports how successful technological entrepreneur Martin Varsavsky has l ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Join the FON Club, Be a Hotspot" (October 15, 2007) reports how successful technological entrepreneur Martin Varsavsky has l ... More
| 10/15/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Rise of the Affinity Cell Phone
With big players like AT&T, Cingular, and Verizon competing for market share, a startup firm would not normally attract much interest. Howev ... More
With big players like AT&T, Cingular, and Verizon competing for market share, a startup firm would not normally attract much interest. Howev ... More
| 10/8/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Family Feud Jeopardizes a NASCAR Brand
Many motorsports fans have followed the saga of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s feud with his stepmother for control over the Dale Earnhardt Inc. (DEI) empi ... More
Many motorsports fans have followed the saga of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s feud with his stepmother for control over the Dale Earnhardt Inc. (DEI) empi ... More
| 10/8/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Catching the Wind in a Bottle
Several Midwest utility companies have cooperated to create a method by which wind energy can be stored until needed for production of electricity, ac ... More
Several Midwest utility companies have cooperated to create a method by which wind energy can be stored until needed for production of electricity, ac ... More
| 10/1/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
One Giant Leap for Entrepreneurs
BusinessWeek's article "One Giant Leap for Entrepreneurs" (October 1, 2007) introduces Carnegie Mellon Robotics Professor William Whittaker, the first ... More
BusinessWeek's article "One Giant Leap for Entrepreneurs" (October 1, 2007) introduces Carnegie Mellon Robotics Professor William Whittaker, the first ... More
| 10/1/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Paul Newman of Punk Rock
The BusinessWeek article "The Paul Newman of Punk Rock" (October 1, 2007) describes how a successful punk rock record producer named Louis Posen ... More
The BusinessWeek article "The Paul Newman of Punk Rock" (October 1, 2007) describes how a successful punk rock record producer named Louis Posen ... More
| 9/24/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Gentlemen Start Your Rockets
Peter H. Diamandis drew national attention in 2004 when his X Prize Foundation awarded $10 million to a group financed by billionaire Paul Allen for l ... More
Peter H. Diamandis drew national attention in 2004 when his X Prize Foundation awarded $10 million to a group financed by billionaire Paul Allen for l ... More
| 9/10/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Bernanke May Need to Dig Deeper Into his Toolbox
It is recommended that the Federal Reserve broadly loosen monetary policy to avoid reduced levels of return and investment in U.S. domestic markets.&n ... More
It is recommended that the Federal Reserve broadly loosen monetary policy to avoid reduced levels of return and investment in U.S. domestic markets.&n ... More
| 9/10/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Amazon Does Downloads, Sort of
The BusinessWeek article "Amazon Does Downloads, Sort of" (September 17, 2007) assesses Amazon.com’s measured forays into the music and e-book do ... More
The BusinessWeek article "Amazon Does Downloads, Sort of" (September 17, 2007) assesses Amazon.com’s measured forays into the music and e-book do ... More
| 8/20/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Ten Years From Now"
Data from a major survey of 2,000 executives and middle managers reveals several intriguing perspectives regarding today's workplace and expectations ... More
Data from a major survey of 2,000 executives and middle managers reveals several intriguing perspectives regarding today's workplace and expectations ... More
| 8/13/2007 | Reviewer: |
Making a Case for Allergy Sufferers
Many business ideas are born out of a mix of frustration with our daily lives mixed and our areas of expertise and experience. Gary Goldberg, a third- ... More
Many business ideas are born out of a mix of frustration with our daily lives mixed and our areas of expertise and experience. Gary Goldberg, a third- ... More
| 8/13/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Small-Mirror Image of Sharper Image
Many entrepreneurial firms find their early successes followed by less than stellar performance. The founder tends to get the blame just as he/she got ... More
Many entrepreneurial firms find their early successes followed by less than stellar performance. The founder tends to get the blame just as he/she got ... More
| 8/6/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Business Week
A couple of the recent macroeconomic trends mentioned in the BusinessWeek article "The Business Week" (August 6, 2007) will have a great impact on sta ... More
A couple of the recent macroeconomic trends mentioned in the BusinessWeek article "The Business Week" (August 6, 2007) will have a great impact on sta ... More
| 7/23/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
An eBay for the Arts and Crafts Set
There is little that cannot be — or is not sold — on eBay. However, there are still potential niches that a new entrant can access in the online sales ... More
There is little that cannot be — or is not sold — on eBay. However, there are still potential niches that a new entrant can access in the online sales ... More
| 7/23/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Operation: Leaf Blower
The adaptive nature of the military's efforts and needs in Iraq have led to opportunities for entrepreneurs. Some have even foregone their prior marke ... More
The adaptive nature of the military's efforts and needs in Iraq have led to opportunities for entrepreneurs. Some have even foregone their prior marke ... More
| 7/9/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Micro finance Draws Mega Players
Hedge funds, venture capitalists, and other large investors are beginning to find profit potential in the arena of microloans to the working poor that ... More
Hedge funds, venture capitalists, and other large investors are beginning to find profit potential in the arena of microloans to the working poor that ... More
| 7/9/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Professor Is a Headhunter
Companies have begun to invest their efforts and their funds in establishing contacts at universities to assure they have access to the top students f ... More
Companies have begun to invest their efforts and their funds in establishing contacts at universities to assure they have access to the top students f ... More
| 7/2/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Korea's New School of Thought
South Korea spends a larger percentage of its Gross Domestic Product on education than any other industrialized nation. However, the returns to this i ... More
South Korea spends a larger percentage of its Gross Domestic Product on education than any other industrialized nation. However, the returns to this i ... More
| 7/2/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Vacuum Man Takes on Wet Hands
An inventor, James Dyson, who established a company that makes cyclonic vacuum cleaners, has delved into a new arena, the hand dryer. Dyson states tha ... More
An inventor, James Dyson, who established a company that makes cyclonic vacuum cleaners, has delved into a new arena, the hand dryer. Dyson states tha ... More
| 6/25/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Domains of the Day
A pair of entrepreneurs from Boston has found a profitable niche in the Internet domain market by focusing broadly on topics such as "chocolate.com" f ... More
A pair of entrepreneurs from Boston has found a profitable niche in the Internet domain market by focusing broadly on topics such as "chocolate.com" f ... More
| 6/25/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Up from the Onion Fields
Ruben Garcia, an immigrant from Mexico, has started his own company that services the environmental cleanup needs of its customers. Garcia began worki ... More
Ruben Garcia, an immigrant from Mexico, has started his own company that services the environmental cleanup needs of its customers. Garcia began worki ... More
| 6/18/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Up on the Farm
Investors seeking to diversify their steady diet of stocks and bonds have begun to search out investments in farm real estate. Real estate itself is a ... More
Investors seeking to diversify their steady diet of stocks and bonds have begun to search out investments in farm real estate. Real estate itself is a ... More
| 6/11/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Art of the Art Deal
Few arenas in business better exemplify entrepreneurship than the field of art (in either a narrow or broad sense). Sotheby's and Christie's, the two ... More
Few arenas in business better exemplify entrepreneurship than the field of art (in either a narrow or broad sense). Sotheby's and Christie's, the two ... More
| 6/11/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Where the VC's Are Flocking Now
Three short years ago, a group of 53 venture capitalists were taken to Central Europe and Russia for a venture fair featuring 25 proposed businesses. ... More
Three short years ago, a group of 53 venture capitalists were taken to Central Europe and Russia for a venture fair featuring 25 proposed businesses. ... More
| 6/4/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Crunch Time at a Web Startup
Internet startups were once the darling of the venture capitalists. More recently, they have become more difficult to fund. One of the primary reasons ... More
Internet startups were once the darling of the venture capitalists. More recently, they have become more difficult to fund. One of the primary reasons ... More
| 6/4/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Hot Growth
When we think of rapid-growth firms, we tend to think of new entities with a great new idea supported by venture capital money. This year's BusinessWe ... More
When we think of rapid-growth firms, we tend to think of new entities with a great new idea supported by venture capital money. This year's BusinessWe ... More
| 5/28/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Selling Pet Owners Peace of Mind
As the tally is still being tabulated of pets affected by pet foods tainted with melamine, the move by many pet owners to be more careful about the so ... More
As the tally is still being tabulated of pets affected by pet foods tainted with melamine, the move by many pet owners to be more careful about the so ... More
| 5/21/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Immigrants Welcome
Over the past decade, Spain has taken on approximately 7.5% of its population in immigrants, who have come from a broad range of countries and culture ... More
Over the past decade, Spain has taken on approximately 7.5% of its population in immigrants, who have come from a broad range of countries and culture ... More
| 5/21/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
MIT, Cal Tech, and the Gators
Universities are now beginning to look at their research as a profit center rather than simply a facilitator of their overall education mission. Impor ... More
Universities are now beginning to look at their research as a profit center rather than simply a facilitator of their overall education mission. Impor ... More
| 5/14/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Higher Hurdle for Inventors
In a widely watched Supreme Court decision, the requirement to prove obviousness of the invention has been reduced. This higher standard for obtaining ... More
In a widely watched Supreme Court decision, the requirement to prove obviousness of the invention has been reduced. This higher standard for obtaining ... More
| 5/7/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Worming Its Way into Our Hearts
Researchers at Carnegie-Mellon have designed and developed a robotic "inchworm" that is capable of performing delicate surgical procedures on a patien ... More
Researchers at Carnegie-Mellon have designed and developed a robotic "inchworm" that is capable of performing delicate surgical procedures on a patien ... More
| 4/30/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Radar Screen for e-Biz
A company named Omniture from Ogden, Utah, is the fastest growing publicly traded software manufacturer. The company's software helps firms optimize ... More
A company named Omniture from Ogden, Utah, is the fastest growing publicly traded software manufacturer. The company's software helps firms optimize ... More
| 4/30/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Tequila with a Rock 'n' Roll Chaser
Sammy Hagar, of Van Halen fame, used to joke about the drunks in the then lazy seaside town of Cabo San Lucas in Mexico staggering home doing the "Cab ... More
Sammy Hagar, of Van Halen fame, used to joke about the drunks in the then lazy seaside town of Cabo San Lucas in Mexico staggering home doing the "Cab ... More
| 4/23/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Keeping It All in the Family
Much attention is given to the entrepreneurial firm that grows rapidly and the original entrepreneur who exits via IPO or acquisition. However, an int ... More
Much attention is given to the entrepreneurial firm that grows rapidly and the original entrepreneur who exits via IPO or acquisition. However, an int ... More
| 4/23/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Job Markets Face a Stress Test
Although economic growth has slowed, the impact on the job markets has been negligible due to time-lag effects. Unemployment is at 4.4%, and ample job ... More
Although economic growth has slowed, the impact on the job markets has been negligible due to time-lag effects. Unemployment is at 4.4%, and ample job ... More
| 4/16/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Stopping Reform Before It Starts
Political/legal movements to establish mandated employer paid health coverage have been thwarted by powerful groups that represent small business owne ... More
Political/legal movements to establish mandated employer paid health coverage have been thwarted by powerful groups that represent small business owne ... More
| 4/9/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Cold Cash from a Hot Site
This article discusses the post-purchase value of the social networking Website MySpace since it was bought by News Corp two years ago and the value t ... More
This article discusses the post-purchase value of the social networking Website MySpace since it was bought by News Corp two years ago and the value t ... More
| 4/9/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Real Economic Threat: Weak Capital Spending
There is evidence of a slowdown in firms' capital expenditure purchases despite an overall solid environment (low interest, moderate growth) for such ... More
There is evidence of a slowdown in firms' capital expenditure purchases despite an overall solid environment (low interest, moderate growth) for such ... More
| 4/2/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Flying Back to Life
The founder and owner of a helicopter service is one of over 55,000 small business owners that have done tours of duty for the U.S. military reserves ... More
The founder and owner of a helicopter service is one of over 55,000 small business owners that have done tours of duty for the U.S. military reserves ... More
| 4/2/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Making of a Sports Mogul
A young entrepreneur, Casey Wasserman, has created a sports marketing empire at a time when many of the larger players in the industry are right sizin ... More
A young entrepreneur, Casey Wasserman, has created a sports marketing empire at a time when many of the larger players in the industry are right sizin ... More
| 3/26/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Little Dogies, Big Controversy
A large, privately held company, J.R. Simplot Company, has invested in the cloning of livestock for characteristics that enhance the quality and quant ... More
A large, privately held company, J.R. Simplot Company, has invested in the cloning of livestock for characteristics that enhance the quality and quant ... More
| 3/19/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
What to Do with Apple's Cash
Apple's recent successes have left the corporation flush with cash either to be invested or to be returned to shareholders. The investment options are ... More
Apple's recent successes have left the corporation flush with cash either to be invested or to be returned to shareholders. The investment options are ... More
| 3/19/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Trouble with India
India and those investing in India face a dilemma caused by infrastructural deficiencies. Technologically oriented companies are not as affected by th ... More
India and those investing in India face a dilemma caused by infrastructural deficiencies. Technologically oriented companies are not as affected by th ... More
| 3/12/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
An Idea Incubator Tries to Grow Cash
The nonprofit German idea incubator, Fraunhofer Society, whose research and development led to the MP3 format, is extremely proud of its product's per ... More
The nonprofit German idea incubator, Fraunhofer Society, whose research and development led to the MP3 format, is extremely proud of its product's per ... More
| 3/12/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Is JetBlue the Next People Express?
JetBlue's recent meltdown at JFK during a snowstorm has led to much speculation as to the cause of, and the response to, the debacle that threatens th ... More
JetBlue's recent meltdown at JFK during a snowstorm has led to much speculation as to the cause of, and the response to, the debacle that threatens th ... More
| 3/5/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Magic Pullet for Deafness
A process that regenerates damaged cells in the inner ear of chickens might well hold promise for the treatment of hearing impairment in humans. Using ... More
A process that regenerates damaged cells in the inner ear of chickens might well hold promise for the treatment of hearing impairment in humans. Using ... More
| 3/5/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
A Career Gets Juiced
Bossa Nova Beverage Group, a juice company founded by Alton Johnson, a recent MBA graduate of the University of Southern California, has patented tech ... More
Bossa Nova Beverage Group, a juice company founded by Alton Johnson, a recent MBA graduate of the University of Southern California, has patented tech ... More
| 2/26/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Flat Panels, Thin Margins
The move to digital televisions has created a niche for some small manufacturers (a term used loosely, given that a great number of the processes are ... More
The move to digital televisions has created a niche for some small manufacturers (a term used loosely, given that a great number of the processes are ... More
| 2/12/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Cold Comfort: A Taste of Vermont
Twin Farms, a resort in central Vermont, bases its competitive position on its extraordinarily great food offerings. It is one of only 37 U.S. hotels ... More
Twin Farms, a resort in central Vermont, bases its competitive position on its extraordinarily great food offerings. It is one of only 37 U.S. hotels ... More
| 2/12/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Building a Megabrand Named Dwyane
Dwyane Wade, Miami Heat superstar, has made branding decisions and used his persona and capability to enhance his marketability as a corporate spokesp ... More
Dwyane Wade, Miami Heat superstar, has made branding decisions and used his persona and capability to enhance his marketability as a corporate spokesp ... More
| 2/5/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Business Class at Bargain Prices
Starting, or continuing to run, an airline has been a business far more noted for failures than successes. One niche that has been notoriously attract ... More
Starting, or continuing to run, an airline has been a business far more noted for failures than successes. One niche that has been notoriously attract ... More
| 2/5/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Make-or-Break Time for the Net Newbies
The perception of inexpensive startup of Internet-oriented businesses as leading to the possibility of huge upside potential is missing a major caveat ... More
The perception of inexpensive startup of Internet-oriented businesses as leading to the possibility of huge upside potential is missing a major caveat ... More
| 1/29/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Held Hostage by Health Care
Health insurance packages available to employees may have an effect on their choices for job changes. Small-business employers may well be constrained ... More
Health insurance packages available to employees may have an effect on their choices for job changes. Small-business employers may well be constrained ... More
| 1/22/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Sweet Revenge
Anecdotal evidence shows retribution to be a driving force behind future successful endeavors (both entrepreneurially and with new firms) of spurned f ... More
Anecdotal evidence shows retribution to be a driving force behind future successful endeavors (both entrepreneurially and with new firms) of spurned f ... More
| 1/22/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
What B-Schoolers Lust for Now
Top business school graduates are moving into the risky but potentially lucrative market of private equity funds. While the base pay rates for positio ... More
Top business school graduates are moving into the risky but potentially lucrative market of private equity funds. While the base pay rates for positio ... More
| 1/15/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Bankruptcy Boot Camp
A business begun by a lawyer in western North Carolina teaches consumer lawyers how to assist their clients in addressing Mortgage Lending Fraud, or p ... More
A business begun by a lawyer in western North Carolina teaches consumer lawyers how to assist their clients in addressing Mortgage Lending Fraud, or p ... More
| 1/15/2007 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Click for Foreign Labor
New firms are starting up that focus on supplying foreign workers to companies legitimately. Marketing is done via the Internet. The Internet firms ve ... More
New firms are starting up that focus on supplying foreign workers to companies legitimately. Marketing is done via the Internet. The Internet firms ve ... More
| 12/25/2006 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Count on Consumers to Keep Spending
In BusinessWeek's year-end summary of economic expectations for 2007, the moderate projections relating to wealth and job creation. Also important are ... More
In BusinessWeek's year-end summary of economic expectations for 2007, the moderate projections relating to wealth and job creation. Also important are ... More
| 12/25/2006 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Dipping a Toe in the Risk Pool
This discussion in this article revolves around the opportunities to invest in countries that are emerging into industrialized nations. The opportunit ... More
This discussion in this article revolves around the opportunities to invest in countries that are emerging into industrialized nations. The opportunit ... More
| 12/18/2006 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Biggest Reality Bite
The success story that has been Whole Foods Market is now falling on harder times. The CEO (also a cofounder) admits there has been a problem for the ... More
The success story that has been Whole Foods Market is now falling on harder times. The CEO (also a cofounder) admits there has been a problem for the ... More
| 12/11/2006 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
When a Winner Starts to Wane
Endo Pharmaceuticals has made its name developing, promoting, and dispensing its pain-killing patch Lidoderm. The company has been so successful that ... More
Endo Pharmaceuticals has made its name developing, promoting, and dispensing its pain-killing patch Lidoderm. The company has been so successful that ... More
| 12/11/2006 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Where the Rubber Is the Roadside
Lindsay Smith, a successful screenwriter, started a business when confronted with a community problem for which there was no apparent solution. Her Ca ... More
Lindsay Smith, a successful screenwriter, started a business when confronted with a community problem for which there was no apparent solution. Her Ca ... More
| 12/4/2006 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Soul of a New Microsoft
It is strange to think of Microsoft when thinking of entrepreneurship, but in certain contexts it truly is the entrepreneur. Markets such as gaming an ... More
It is strange to think of Microsoft when thinking of entrepreneurship, but in certain contexts it truly is the entrepreneur. Markets such as gaming an ... More
| 12/4/2006 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Where Opportunity Is Knocking for Small Business
The US government will soon begin a massive overhaul of its information technology (IT) systems and, due to legislation, a large portion of spending d ... More
The US government will soon begin a massive overhaul of its information technology (IT) systems and, due to legislation, a large portion of spending d ... More
| 11/27/2006 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Giving Goes Green
The market for sustainable entrepreneurship has become a more viable and lucrative one. As the profits have become greater, some people who care about ... More
The market for sustainable entrepreneurship has become a more viable and lucrative one. As the profits have become greater, some people who care about ... More
| 11/27/2006 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
The Top Givers
The article lists largest philanthropists. The article shows a healthy increase in overall giving. Ambages exuviation phlebolit pa parens mackle void. ... More
The article lists largest philanthropists. The article shows a healthy increase in overall giving. Ambages exuviation phlebolit pa parens mackle void. ... More
| 11/6/2006 | Reviewer: Craig A. Turner, PhD |
Here Come the Bride Sites
This article discusses forays by such Internet firms as Yahoo!, Google, and even Microsoft, into the matchmaking arena overseas, in India in particula ... More
This article discusses forays by such Internet firms as Yahoo!, Google, and even Microsoft, into the matchmaking arena overseas, in India in particula ... More
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