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3 Aug 2006 How to Work at Home with Young Children
2 Jun 2006 How to Find the Lowest Prices on Air Fare
5 Dec 2005 Special Event Planning
25 Nov 2005 Creating Excellence In Customer Service
19 Nov 2005 Spam and Phishing - How the U.S. & Europe Are Fighting Back
13 Nov 2005 How To Start Your Own Business and Travel First-Class for Free
9 Nov 2005 How To Get Out of Debt and Stay Out
18 Oct 2005 The 3-Step No-Fail Plan to Create More Cash
13 Oct 2005 Money Saving Tips
11 Oct 2005 How to Build a Content Website Quickly and Easily
If you want to bring visitors to your site, and keep them coming back for more, you must have quality content. Learn how to create a content site now!
10 Oct 2005 Do You Know Why Your Clients Buy?
28 Sep 2005 Making Your Home Business Work
23 Sep 2005 Credit Cards and Your Business
Do you accept credit cards?  Find out what you need to know!
14 Sep 2005 Overcome Procrastination Immediately
8 Sep 2005 Networking -- How, Why and Where
Networking can increase your chances of business success. Use these tips to become a successful networker
1 Sep 2005 Characteristics of the Successful Entrepreneur
Successful entrepreneurs have several traits in common. Check to see how you measure up!
31 Aug 2005 10 Secrets to Writing Grants that Get Funded
Use these insider tips to write grants that get funded. 
7 Aug 2005 Is Your Website Accessible?
The Americans With Disabilities Act was passed in 1990, to help guarantee equal opportunity for people with disabilities in any public area – and it covers employment, transportation, state and local government services, telecommunications, etc. But what about your Website -- 20 Tips for making it accessible.
30 Jul 2005 It Takes Credit to Build Credit

Many entrepreneurs use their own credit cards to finance their start up.  Here is some solid advice for building a strong credit history, especially when you're starting out...

25 Jul 2005 Niche Marketing -- How to Contact Your Audience

Once you know who your ideal customer is, how do you reach them?

17 Jul 2005 You Can Make Money With a Homebased Business!
If you're ready to take the plunge and start your own homebased business, here's what you need to succeed...
12 Jul 2005 Why Should You Have a Business Plan?
You've got the idea, you know it will work -- so you don't really NEED a business plan.  Or do you?
10 Jul 2005 Starting an Online Business from Scratch

Ready to start your own business but need an action plan?  Here are 27 steps to get your business started and running successfully...

6 Jul 2005 How to Raise Capital to Fund your Business
If you believe in your idea but need money to get it started, get ready to think outside the box when looking for funding...
3 Jul 2005 Entrepreneurial Lessons from Willy Wonka
Creating success in your business could be as simple as taking a bite out of a delicious, creamy chocolate bar...want some?
1 Jul 2005 Starting a New Business -- Actualizing Your Vision

You had a great idea and ran with it! Congratulations -- you're already closer to achieving your dreams than most people!  But what are you going to do now?  Try these next steps...

15 Jun 2005 How to Find A Microenterprise Loan for Your Business
Looking for a loan for your business? You don't need a microscope, but you might need to start by thinking small!
10 Jun 2005 Micro Loans Can Mean Macro Success for Your Business
Size does matter! If you want macro success for your business, then maybe it's time you start by thinking...small!
6 Jun 2005 Setting Up Your Home Office
Use these helpful tips that will have your home office organized and running more efficiently quickly and easily!
2 Jun 2005 How To Schedule Your Success
You can schedule your own success, if you follow these simple and easy tips!
30 May 2005 MLM -- Miracle Money Maker or Major Mistake?
Learn the truth about MLM opportunities BEFORE you spend any money on programs that promise you'll "get rich quick".
26 May 2005 Can You Make Money As An Affiliate?
20 May 2005 Creating Your Own System for Success
If you're going to succeed, you need to create a system for success.
14 May 2005 How To Choose the Right Business for You
Learn how to choose the right business for you, and dramatically increase your chances for success!
9 May 2005 Are You Ready To Start Your Own Business?
5 May 2005 The Truth About Government Grants for Your Business
Find out the truth about getting a government grant for your small business!
28 Apr 2005 Starting A Business? Learn the One Secret that Can Guarantee Your Success!
27 Apr 2005 How Microenterprise Can Help You Achieve the "American Dream"
24 Apr 2005 How to Get Started As A Government Contractor
10 steps to get you started selling your products or services to the government and start bringing in money right away.
22 Apr 2005 How to Use Government Money to Finance Your Small Business Start-up Costs
Learn what programs the U.S. Government offers that can get you the funding you need to start -- or expand -- your own business!
20 Apr 2005 Understanding Equity Capital

If you're starting out small, and your business isn't designed to provide a fast ROI (return on investment), don't hold out hope for finding angels.  Instead, if you need money for start-up capital, check into your local small business development center, your local bank or credit union women's business center and the SBA, to find out about microenterprise loans. The programs are designed to help people who can't qualify for financing through traditional methods, and they offer additional support to help you succeed! 

11 Apr 2005 Individual Development Accounts -- Why You Need One
Getting out of poverty isn't easy.  So you need to take advantage of every opportunity you can find that will help.  Having assets is one of the best ways you can increase your family's safety net.  There are lots of resources on the Net that can teach you how you can take control of your finances today and reduce your debts, create a budget and find a little extra money every month to start your own IDA!
10 Apr 2005 No Previous Experience Required
If you don't know anything about the business you want to start, this article gives you 10 hot tips for how to get the experience, training or education you need to guarantee your success...

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    Cheryl Antier is a former VISTA (Volunteers In Service To America) Volunteer, and is the President and CEO of Creative Business Capital Resources, a business and fundraising consultancy firm that helps nonprofit organizations and small business owners. She is also a dynamic speaker and trainer and works with nonprofit and for-profit organizations to train staff, board and volunteers. Her Website offers free articles, information and resources for anyone who needs to find funding so they can "weave their dreams into reality."

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