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How Obama's Budget May Impact Small Business

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:40:14 GMT

Small businesses are giving President Obama's fiscal 2013 budget mixed reviews, claiming the proposal falls short of the change needed to help small businesses prosper. ItsYourBiz.com CEO Susan Solovic discusses on Lunch Break.

Rebecca Minkoff's Family Fashion Business

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:20:12 GMT

When handbag designer Rebecca Minkoff was just starting out, she turned to her business-savvy brother Uri for help. Now the two of them run a burgeoning fashion empire expected to do $35 million in sales. Off Duty spent time with the siblings and learned how their relationship helped build a brand.

Pinterest Draws Huge Interest but Not Money

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 23:01:25 GMT

Pinterest has found favor with e-commerce retailers, many of which have added its "Pin it" button to their websites, but also become the subject of blogosphere chatter over use of affiliate marketing. Sarah Needleman has details on The News Hub.

Private-Equity Firms Buy Indy Broker-Dealers

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:26:30 GMT

As a difficult economy and regulatory hurdles pressure independent broker-dealers, private-equity firms are stepping in to buy those that become vulnerable. It's a trend that's expected to continue despite concerns among some in the brokerage industry. Dow Jones Newswires Special Writer Daisy Maxey discusses with Dow Jones Newswires' Veronica Dagher.

How To Use Linkedin.com as a Tool

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:46:44 GMT

Linkedin.com can be used for more than just a place to store your resume online. Dow Jones Wealth Adviser Columnists Veronica Dagher and Caitlin Nish tell how it can be used to research, network, and connect.

Tough Times for Franchising

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:37:27 GMT

Growing numbers of franchise owners are forming associations hoping to tilt the balance of power away from management. Sarah Needleman has details on Lunch Break.

This Valentine's Day Use Plain English

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:58:31 GMT

It is easy to confuse clients with industry jargon. Watch this video to see how a financial adviser got more than he bargained for on Valentine's Day.

A Long Journey to a 'Green' Dream Home

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Architect David Solner bought a small home on a wooded lot in the mid-1990's with plans to build a dream home. But it took a tornado in 2008 to spur him to begin building. He used wood from the downed trees and other recycled materials throughout the contemporary, 4200 sq. ft. house.

What Your Business Can Learn From Facebook Success

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:35:23 GMT

ItsYourBiz.com CEO Susan Solovic discusses what small businesses can learn from Facebook's success story?

Wealth:Business Building Tips; U.S. Dollar Outlook

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:30:07 GMT

The new year is a great time for advisers to build their business. Plus, advisers are preparing clients for higher taxes. And, one strategist's view on international markets and the U.S. dollar. Dow Jones Wealth Adviser's Veronica Dagher report.