Food Entrepreneurs Work To Get Their Products In New Jersey Stores-www.njmonthly.com

For those of us interested in starting a business and/or reading about successful start-ups, here is an interesting article about "foodtrepreurs" from NJ Monthly Magazine.
Most of my students think money is the big motivator for someone who starts a business, but read this article and post what you think really moves them.

Food Entrepreneurs Work To Get Their Products In New Jersey Stores-www.njmonthly.com

Economists Expect Slower Growth in 2nd Half - NYTimes.com

Economic expectations, even more than actual economic activity, impact market players such as construction, financial and manufacturing executives.
Although the US economy was showing some signs of growth, it seems the near future is a bit dimmer than anticipated.

Economists Expect Slower Growth in 2nd Half - NYTimes.com

Critical Supply Chain Link

Although it may not be glamorous, it is a critical link in the Supply Chain.  All the great product design, inexpensive outsourcing and great advertising mean nothing when the product cannot get in front of the (potential) consumer.  Supply and demand forces are evident in this article - with pricing allocating the scarce resource.

Ba-Zynga! Serial Entreprenuership

Mark Pincus is a successful 'serial entrepreneur' and now has another hit with Zynga.  (How did he get people to spend real money on virtual chickens?) 

What does this article show us about vision, leadership, investors and financing a new venture?

The Face of MNC Ethics

Here is an example of a company focused on profits and people - an excellent tie-in to Ch. 2.

Is the model of Alta Garcia sustainable? Do you believe this approach should be replicated?

Verizon vs. ATT

Verizon vs. ATT, Google. vs. Apple.  Who said business can't be fun, and interesting!

Financing Small Business

Esp. for MGT351 classes, this article analyzes a critical need - financing small businesses.  And why it has not been happening as much.

The New Frontiers

These "new frontiers" are at the forefront of entrepreneurship, new business development and multinational business development.  Opportunities await the intrepid!
What countries would you include, or not, on this list?

Int'l Supply Chains and Costs

Whether a small business or global giant, curtailing costs, protecting margins and improving efficiency are important operational advantages.  In this analysis, China is not only getting more expensive, but sees itself as something more than an assembly line - "value follows knowledge". 

Latin America Rising

While the North struggles economically, this region, which in the past was beset with economic problems, flourishes.  Whether in IB person or entrepreneur, this land has growing opportunities!