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Articles in Oct 2004 issue of Entrepreneur

• TV to go
  by Gisela M. Pedroza
• Private matters: retail alert: keep an eye on new RFID privacy legislation
  by Amanda C. Kooser
• 'Tis the season: it's never too early to get prepared for the holiday shopping season. Learn what you need to do today
  by Melissa Campanelli
• Super bowl sundae
  by Sara Wilson
• In the balance: a good blend scales down this fund's risk
  by Dian Vujovich
• A world of difference: for these entrepreneurs, social responsibility isn't just part of their PR campaigns—it's the essence of their businesses. And they're changing the world for the better, one community at a time
  by April Y. Pennington
• Funny business: no ifs, ands or buts: playful visuals, paired with copy promoting your selling points, add up to a standout advertisement
  by Jerry Fisher
• Paternal instincts
  by Nichole L. Torres
• Sweet and low: with these 116 franchises for Less than $25,000, you can satisfy your craving for a big-name franchise without spending all your dough
• Resources: Web sites, organizations, events and more to grow your business
  by Steve Cooper
• Wireless metropolis: the Big Apple's wireless backup project aims to keep the city online, no matter what
  by Eric Bender
• Think ahead: spot the "disruptive innovations" that can make or break your business success
  by Mark Henricks
• Waive goodbye
  by Jennifer Pellet
• Best practices: entrepreneurship may not be a part of the curriculum at professional schools, but today, doctors, lawyers and other professionals are learning to think like entrepreneurs—and build better businesses in the process
  by Mark Henricks
• Working IT: have you been putting off tech spending? Now's the time to get high-tech equipment at low prices
  by Mark Henricks
• Tech it out
  by Nichole L. Torres
• Beyond the big idea: you've got a million-dollar idea; now art you need is a strategy to make it marketable. These inventors brought their ideas to life—and hit it big. Find out how they made it happen
  by Karen E. Spaeder
• A matter of opinions
  by Rieva Lesonsky
• Cindy Kauanui: 45, founder of Jet Set Management in La Jolla, California
  by Sara Wilson
• Caught in 'tween
  by Mark Henricks
• Papers away: tax records weighing you down? Switch to electronic storage
  by Joan Szabo
• Eye to eye: if you rely solely on the phone and e-mail to build business relationships, you're missing the boat. Learn why "face time" is critical to your success
  by Barry Farber
• Got game?
  by Chris Penttila
• We Have Liftoff
  by Amanda C. Kooser
• SEO me the money
  by Sean Folkson
• On the fly: try these money-saving tricks for last-minute travel plans
  by Chris McGinnis
• Time's up: new laws tell you who gets overtime—and who doesn't
  by Chris Penttila
• Hot disks
  by Liane Cassavoy
• An acquired taste: before you but that business you're craving, consider seller financing to sweeten the deal
  by Crystal Detamore-Rodman
• Legal eagle?
  by Gwen Moran
• Head to head: how to deal with difficult opponents
  by Marc Diener
• Howdy, partner
  by Nichole L. Torres
• A happy ending: this couple has the bride and groom covered on the big day—in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health
  by Nichole L. Torres
• Tell it like it is
  by Gary Ozenne
• Moving on: ex-apprentices find life after "The Donald" is all business
  by April Y. Pennington
• Carb games: high-carb food sellers strike back with a new strategy in the low-carb wars
  by Judith Potwora
• Screen test: time for a monitor upgrade? Consider the benefits of going with a flat-planel display
  by Amanda C. Kooser
• Take note: document incidents now, and avoid lawsuits later
  by Jacquelyn Lynn
• Scare tactics: creative ways to profit from Halloween
• What's your problem?
  by Paul Edwards
• Take no for an answer: don't dismiss naysayers—ask for advice, and turn it into a tool for success
  by Romanus Wolter
• Music to our ears
  by Bud Anderson
• Regulation nation: how can government ease the regulatory burdens that are crushing entrepreneurs?
  by Joshua Kurlantzick
• Keep on truckin': these powerful trucks help keep your business going
  by Jill Amadio
• Copy talk
  by Amanda C. Kooser
• At your finger TIPS: get a hold on high inflation rates with treasury inflation-protected securities
  by Scott Bernard Nelson
• Training day: need a sales trainer to whip your staff into shape? here's how to find a winning coach
  by Kimberly L. McCall
• No train, no gain? You've invested a lot in training your employees, so see If you're getting what you paid for
  by Chris Penttila
• Shock value: a belief in the power of batteries charged this couple up for franchise ownership
  by Sara Wilson
• Breath of fresh air: how do you sell buyers on an invention that creates a new product category?
  by Don Debelak
• Check it out
• Taking flight: angel investors are flocking together to your advantage
  by David Worrell
• I think I'll pass: do women have a tougher time delegating tasks?
  by Aliza Pilar Sherman
• The check's in the e-mail
• Man power: tips to get male shoppers spending in your store
  by Nancy Michaels
• Apply yourself
  by Chris Penttila
• No free lunch
  by Anna Buss
• Ring bearers: some would-be grooms need a little direction in finding the perfect diamond. Here come the guides
  by April Y. Pennington
• Shopping list: thin is when it comes to monitors. Try these models for size
• Learning new tricks
  by Len McGarvey
• Wrong! Try again: it's back to square one for the SBA and its small-business size standards
  by Stephen Barlas
• Get lost! While you still can, that is. Global Positioning System could make lost productivity a thing of the past
  by Mike Hogan
• Calling the shots: is a VoIP telephone system in your company's future? here's how to find out—without breaking the bank
  by Mike Hogan
• Go for the gold: maybe you've planned it since day one, or maybe you've taken years to decide. now that the time has come to sell your business, find out what you can do to make sure you come out on top
  by David Worrell
• Law talent: lawyers have more to offer than just legal advice—they can also bring important skills to your staff
  by Jane Easter Bahls
• Leap of faith: take it from those who've done it—going public will change your business
  by Crystal Detamore-Rodman
• Tech and the city: what cities are rising fast on the high-tech horizon? We take a look at some best bets
  by Melissa Campanelli
• Sharper image: smartphones are the brainier mobile choice
  by Amanda C. Kooser
• It's all about results: is pay-for-performance online marketing right for your business?
  by Catherine Seda
• The new you: when customers ask for more, change your business focus without losing it
  by Nichole L. Torres
• Special opps: U.S. entrepreneurs are serving others in Iraq—and making a living in the process
  by Geoff Williams
• Get the message? SMS technology could bring mobile commerce within your reach
  by Amanda C. Kooser
• Minority report: VC firms are becoming more diverse—but does that mean more funding for minority-owned businesses
  by C.J. Prince
• Curtain call? You've laughed, you've cried, you've moved on after selling your business. Or have you? If you're wondering what's next, take a look at what these entrepreneurs are doing now—and get ready for your own encore performance
  by David Worrell
• Get smarty: new college grads spend more than $40 billion a year getting equipped for adult life. here's how to grab your share
  by Kim T. Gordon
• What drives inspiration? Creativity can go a long way to boost your business—but how can you get the creative juices flowing? These tips will keep your ideas fresh and put you on the road to success