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Statistical Anomalies

Consider these statistics: 33 percent of start-ups fail by their second year and 56 percent of start-ups have failed four years into the endeavor.

Women's Business December Awards

Girl Scouts, Patriots' Trail Council honored the following for their accomplishments and leadership in the Boston community at its annual Leading Women Awards:

I Had You at Hello

Yes, Women's Business is in its 10th year and still thriving, and although it's time for me to leave and start another excellent adventure I know that you will continue...

Light Up Your Workspace, Productivity

If you work from your home, either daily or occasionally, you need to give some thought to lighting your work environment. A well-lit home office guards against headache and...

Planning Is Key to Fashionable, Functional

The trend towards people working from home or running a small business from home has escalated in the past 10 years, particularly among women. And why not? It's a better...

Transform Inspiration Into Action

The holiday season is an inspirational time. It's an opportunity to gather with loved ones, to reflect upon the past year and to feel grateful for all that you have been...

Let Your Inner Voice Be Your Guide

You dream of owning a company - do you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur?

A Good Marketing Plan 'Sells' Your Business to Your Customers

Starting a new business is challenging. It seems as though there are a million things to think about as you get your business off the ground.

CEOs: Grow Business, Yourself Peer to Peer

A local business owner planning to sell or merge her company was working with her investment banker to put together her presentation to prospective buyers. But before she...

Relationship Is Key When Courting Recruits

This is a challenging time for corporate recruiters. Jobs are in abundance - there are more positions open than talented people to fill them. Competition is fierce among companies...