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The 20th century jumped from the Industrial Revolution to the Information Age due to these visionary entrepreneurs. Read about what makes them great, and come back to see who will be added as the 21st century takes shape.
Henry Ford
In just four decades, Ford’s innovative vision of mass production produced the affordable “automobile."
Bill Gates
The digital demagogue earned billions by anticipating the market's needs.


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Inspiring Entrepreneurs
From the Ashes
Learn about entrepreneurs who overcame long odds to succeed, who are using their companies to do good and who are parlaying their success into philanthropy.


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Success Stories
Get inspired by these entrepreneurs who have taken their idea and made it a success.

Leading LadiesLeading Ladies
These women-led businesses are speeding their way to the top.
I Did It My WayA Business That Succeeds With E-mail Marketing
Fur-Get Me Not keeps customers well-informed with company news, events and stories.
They've Got Baggage Fashion, Fun and Friends Spells Success
Girls' Night Out has an impressive following in 18 cities across the U.S.

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Clutter Consultant

Hate clutter? Help other people neaten up their lives as a clutter consultant.
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Leather Fashions

Rope in customers by offering leather clothes and accessories with large profit potential.
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Choosing a Legal Structure for Your Business
Business Structure Basics
Choosing a structure for your business can be a confusing jumble of legalese and acronyms. But with this basic guide, you'll be able to select the structure that will serve your business best at tax time.
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Nonprofit Vs. For-Profit Social Ventures
Social entrepreneurs usually lean toward nonprofit, but there are pros and cons to consider.

Nonprofits Launch Social Sidelines
A revenue-generating business can produce the capital to widen the reach of your social enterprise.

Entrepreneurial Mates
Couples often fight over money--and spouses who run a business together are no exception.

Hire Your Spouse and Save
Employing a spouse, or a child, can be a great way to save on health benefits and taxes. Here's what you need to know.