The Challenges of Family-Owned Businesses

09 April 2009 Categories: Entrepreneurs

My friend and associate Caren McCabe, of McCabe Training, sent me an article recently called The Family Run Business: The Good, the Bad and The Ugly of Succession Planning. Here's a snippet:
"Family run companies are in many respects the backbone of American business. They are typically the most stable of small businesses, with a [...]

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Want to Do More Business? Consider Generation “G”

19 February 2009 Categories: Entrepreneurs

I came across a great article recently talking about the rise of Generation "G". They are the under-40s who belong to the video game generation. To quote Trendwatching:
Most people in this demographic grew up with games, and many of them still play now. They are familiar with gaming conventions relating to movement, exploration, cooperation, competition, and [...]

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Got Purpose? Become the Entrepreneur Of Your Life

05 January 2009 Categories: Entrepreneurs

Happy New Year again!
Yesterday I was looking at Craig’s List under “events.” I often go there to look at acting jobs, gigs and voice overs. Occasionally I hit upon other things of interest. Today I answered an ad that went "Someone looking to hire a person to write a business plan." Now, a business [...]

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Ramona’s Restaurant on Lark St. Provides Insight for Entrepreneurs

26 September 2008 Categories: Entrepreneurs

Ramona's restaurant quietly sits on Lark Street in Albany, New York. There isn't much signage and you have to walk down a step to enter the restaurant. If you're a regular, Ramona is sure to greet you with a big smile and a genuine hello. She remembers your name, your boyfriend's name, your dog's [...]

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