Delta lost my bag and ruined an important business trip to Ukraine and Russia. Need advice for how to be appropriately compensated. [more inside]
posted on Jul 1, 2008 - 8 answers

What's the best approach to take with the a lead software developer after being left holding the ball? [more inside]
posted on Jul 1, 2008 - 5 answers

I've just accepted a full time (telecommuting, FWIW) position with a Fortune 50 company. What are some must-read business books? [more inside]
posted on Jun 28, 2008 - 6 answers

How to figure the asking price for an online business? [more inside]
posted on Jun 26, 2008 - 3 answers

I am breaking up with my business partner. How do I best do this? [more inside]
posted on Jun 25, 2008 - 11 answers

What are some practices/methods/things I can do to ensure a good rapport with my colleagues as well as establish myself as an outstanding employee? [more inside]
posted on Jun 16, 2008 - 25 answers

"[Companies] have a legal responsibility to make their shareholders lots of money, which means they *MUST* rip you off for as much as they can get away with." Really? [more inside]
posted on Jun 13, 2008 - 24 answers

What is the total deployment cost of US wireless telephone infrastructure? [more inside]
posted on Jun 11, 2008 - 3 answers

Any word if the IRS will rate the 2008 mileage rate because of the rapid increase in gas prices? [more inside]
posted on Jun 9, 2008 - 4 answers

I have a good deal of experience as a phone sex operator. Recently, I decided I would like to go into business for myself rather than work for an agency. I don't think it's legally possible to incorporate anonymously, but still I'd like to keep my real legal identity as private as possible. Any tips? [more inside]
posted on Jun 4, 2008 - 14 answers

Why would I pay an accountant £300 for UK limited company formation when there are services out there that do it for a tenth of the price? Help me cross the i's and dot the t's. [more inside]
posted on Jun 3, 2008 - 5 answers

Specific questions, and general advice and suggestions, on purchasing a very prominent, locally owned, retail business. [more inside]
posted on May 28, 2008 - 4 answers

What US governmental RFP sites are worth the time/money - or do you know of any free ones that are not impossible to search? [more inside]
posted on May 26, 2008 - 2 answers

I think I'm too nice to do certain things entrepreneurship requires. I need tips to be a tougher negotiator and be able to drive good deals. [more inside]
posted on May 22, 2008 - 15 answers

I have pages of cardstock that are perforated such that one can print on them and rip them apart to produce 10 business cards. What software on these? [more inside]
posted on May 21, 2008 - 11 answers

What to do with two townhouses that my sister and I may be taking over ownership of soon? [more inside]
posted on May 13, 2008 - 5 answers

Help with small business financial (and organizational) planning? Recommendation for someone to talk to? [more inside]
posted on May 12, 2008 - 3 answers

Are there industries that are as dependent on advertising revenue as The Media and (Free) Web Apps? [more inside]
posted on May 11, 2008 - 7 answers

Who knows where I can get really exquisite business cards designed and printed? I'm looking for a company who will help me design a special businesscard for my consulting firm. [more inside]
posted on May 9, 2008 - 13 answers

Starting a teen business! Good idea or not? [more inside]
posted on May 9, 2008 - 16 answers

A friend has recently been offered a position that will involve modelling the company processes in her company. She has a good knowledge of the business but needs to learn to formalize this knowledge into proper business process models. Where can she start a crash course on the formal approaches to modelling and creating diagrams of the processes used in this company of about 100 employees? [more inside]
posted on May 9, 2008 - 7 answers

I am 21, male, and I'm pretty bored with life, I feel stressed about doing nothing. I am having trouble figuring out what it is I really want to do with all of the time I have right now, and I've definitely been stagnating. Give me some advice! [more inside]
posted on May 8, 2008 - 18 answers

Help me think of a new business or career that can be started by one person with a small start-up budget? [more inside]
posted on May 7, 2008 - 14 answers

Can you please help us think of niche software/IT services that positively impact people or the world... and can turn a reasonable profit? [more inside]
posted on May 1, 2008 - 4 answers

Where can I buy the Japanese version and a Chinese version of Microsoft Vista Business online for use in the United States? Media and license. [more inside]
posted on May 1, 2008 - 4 answers

Help me find a book about a Chinese businessman mentioned on NPR for my Dad! [more inside]
posted on Apr 30, 2008 - 3 answers

I have a few basic business questions about a trademark and changing the business address when I move. Any advice would be great! [more inside]
posted on Apr 29, 2008 - 3 answers

What is the original origin and exact wording of the quote that goes to the effect: "If you have to eat a bullfrog, don't look at it for too long. If you have to eat two bullfrogs, eat the biggest/ugliest one first"? [more inside]
posted on Apr 27, 2008 - 3 answers

How do financial dominatrices make their money? [more inside]
posted on Apr 23, 2008 - 8 answers

Looking for advice and strategies from experienced business networkers (or schmoozers, for lack of a better word.) [more inside]
posted on Apr 22, 2008 - 4 answers

I'm going on a six-week trip to another city for an internship, and want to avoid being that person with the half-a-dozen elephant-sized bags. Unfortunately, most travel sites either focus on short business trips (>2 weeks) or backpackers. Any tips for travelling light on what will basically be a temporary relocation would be much appreciated.
posted on Apr 17, 2008 - 11 answers

I'm trying to cover all my bases for my budding book repair business. I'm sure in the process people will be asking me to appraise their books. [more inside]
posted on Apr 16, 2008 - 4 answers

I am looking to form a partnership, Company A, with someone to buy a franchise. A couple of points to note are: This type of franchise only exists in order to each partner to do business (i.e. do deals) within the franchise territory. [more inside]
posted on Apr 15, 2008 - 1 answers

I have a business idea. For the last 8 month I have day-dreamed about making it happen. I find myself ironing out all the details that would make the business run, but I lack the funding and experience of running a business. There are also personal issues that I keep me from moving on to the next step (not that I know what the next step is). Come on in for the rest… [more inside]
posted on Apr 15, 2008 - 10 answers

This year's my final year of my degree. My psychologist asked me if I had any plans for next year. My original plan fell apart, so now I don't really have anything. Hmm. What could I look into? [more inside]
posted on Apr 15, 2008 - 8 answers

Since 1995 I have been a self employed business consultant providing environmental, quality, and safety management system guidance (including training) to organizations large and small. Now I want to find and groom someone to gradually take over the business eventually -- but I don't know how to go about it. (more) [more inside]
posted on Apr 14, 2008 - 1 answers

Can two LLCs work together on a joint venture without forming a third? [more inside]
posted on Apr 7, 2008 - 4 answers

What should I look for in a product photographer? What kinds of questions should I ask when contacting them for quotes? I'm looking for a product photographer to take pictures of clothing items. (T-shirts and fashion tops.) I've identified several in my area. [more inside]
posted on Apr 6, 2008 - 4 answers

What are some good examples of companies that changed their business, changed their product line, or changed their focus? Significantly? [more inside]
posted on Apr 4, 2008 - 46 answers

I'm working on a website/business model that requires me to not only sell my products, but to also buy certain items from customers. I need to know if I can do this with my current CMS (Shopify.com) or any other CMSes out there [more inside]
posted on Apr 3, 2008 - 6 answers

Name this font. [more inside]
posted on Mar 28, 2008 - 4 answers

I’m a writer who is spending more and more time in Los Angeles for work. I live in Florida, and am a Florida resident. My question is this: If I rent a place in LA, because I am spending roughly half of my time there, what deductions can I take advantage of? [more inside]
posted on Mar 27, 2008 - 1 answers

What email service does your company use? The small company I work for (10 employees and growing quickly) uses GoDaddy now, primarily for historical reasons, and it's pretty terrible. Any recommendations for enterprise email services?
posted on Mar 24, 2008 - 11 answers

I'm trying to provide a low-cost directory solution for my uncle that produces local informercials in his shore community. Most businesses that he features don't have websites, so this directory would serve as a community "Yellow Pages." How can I make it happen? [more inside]
posted on Mar 24, 2008 - 4 answers

Is there a website to submit your music portfolio for a fee in order for clients to be able to select from? [more inside]
posted on Mar 22, 2008 - 2 answers

StartupFilter: Payroll processing co or part-time bookkeeper for SF Bay Area co? [more inside]
posted on Mar 21, 2008 - 6 answers

How to structure a business partnership? Imagine this scenario: Two people want to go into business together. One person has the money to start the business, but no ability to actually run the business. The other person has the expertise to run the business, but no money to actually invest. How do they co-own the business in a way that is fair to both parties in respect to profits, debts, responsibilities and decision making? [more inside]
posted on Mar 20, 2008 - 18 answers

I know the basics of money laundering. Now I want to read more about the various methods used in laundering money. [more inside]
posted on Mar 20, 2008 - 8 answers

Recommend an internet print shop that offers the standard business cards and letterhead, but prints on an actual press and not just (gross) digital printing with glossy coatings? [more inside]
posted on Mar 19, 2008 - 7 answers

What is the best way to make prints of my art for resale? [more inside]
posted on Mar 19, 2008 - 7 answers