D.C. firm helps voters report polling problems
U.S. Presidential Election Day Voting And Results Coverage
CrimePush collaborated with New Hampshire’s civil liberties group to test out its voter app this election.
OSB HEADLINES
Main Street divided after Obama’s win
Small business owners and entrepreneurs explain what the president’s reelection means for the future of their companies.
A business boost from Sandy
The storm created a flood of additional business for the region’s plumbers and electricians.
Students pitch business plans in D.C.
As part of DC Entrepreneurship Week, high schoolers presented their idea to potential investors.
Skilled worker gap vastly overstated
New research challenges calls for easier immigration paths for highly skilled, foreign-born workers and entrepreneurs.
Female business owner weighs social against economic policy before voting
Salon owner Mona Harb’s concern for both for women’s and small business issues lead her in two different directions.
Auctioning invoices to raise capital
Small businesses can auction unpaid invoices to short-term investors on the Receivables Exchange online.
Small business owners give final debate victory to Obama
Despite a focus on foreign policy, both candidates spoke directly to small business voters.
DAILY ROUNDUP
On Nov. 9: Unemployment claims dip, business owners weigh in on election
Our daily blend of news, trends and tips created specifically with small businesses in mind.
SMALL BUSINESS ADVICE
How to handle politics in the office
Small business owners should educate their employees but remain neutral about the candidates.
The 5 takeaways from our small business exporting event
Small business owners trying to expand your business should start by looking abroad, experts say.
How to make office meetings more lively and effective
Don’t dread the site of your conference room. Meetings can be both enjoyable and efficient.
Small business tips: Passing the baton
Business owners should develop a succession plan long before they’re ready to step aside.
COMMENTARY & INSIGHTS
Solopreneurs, freelancers hoping for help from the election winner
The number of workers opting for self-employment is rising, but they face unique challenges that aren’t being addressed in Washington.
Do tax rates matter to start-ups?
Entrepreneurs dispute the significance of tax rates and which changes would spur growth and hiring by young companies.
How to improve access to capital?
The JOBS Act might make the fundraising process more efficient for new businesses, but here’s what else elected officials can do to help.
Small businesses lose when government picks winners
Small firms are often left holding the bag when elected officials change their minds on industry investments.
OSB MEDIA GALLERIES
EDITOR'S CHOICE
Entrepreneurial studies taking root at black colleges
Driven by a recession that hit minorities the hardest, HBCUs are launching programs to help students create their own jobs.
Platforms adapting on the fly to new crowdfunding laws
One crowdfunding platform is keeping close tabs on the latest SEC proposals and adjusting its business plan accordingly.
U.S. entrepreneurship headed in the wrong direction?
American entrepreneurship may suffer a massive offshore migration if Congress cannot agree on a remedy.
Columns
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Value Added: Memories of a first boss
Craig Ruppert first learned valuable leadership skills as a caddy at the Chevy Chase Club in the 1960s.
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Eric Trump minds the store in Va.
VALUE ADDED | The Donald’s son is a point person for his family’s growing investments in the state.
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This architect designs barns for a horse, of course
John Blackburn of Chevy Chase has built a cozy business designing horse barns for the rich and famous.
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