Check out the best stories of the week of Oct. 31 from Report on Small Business, the Globe's home for entrepreneurs. Read our columnists, view archives of discussions, and connect through social media on the Report on Small Business homepage.
An elegant office with a good sense of humour. Amazing Space: Tour the vibrant Vancouver office of Beehive Holdings, an investment firm focused on empowering female entrepreneurs.
For ex-soldiers turned consultants, a different kind of risky business. Former soldiers have always traded on their expertise to sell safety where anarchy reigns. But even the most battle-hardened commandos are humbled by the challenges of starting a company.
Do gimmicks have staying power? A gimmicky product or marketing idea can spark interest but it takes more to drive business long-term.
Selling the future to executives stuck in the past. The Challenge: Igloo is finding its cloud-based communication software a tough sell to big companies hesitant to adopt new technology.
Connecting fashionistas with a shared love of bargains. ShopMyClothes.com specializes in selling second-hand designer clothing for those with refined tastes.
Let the sun shine, and it'll keep you charged. Portable solar-powered devices ensure you won’t run out of battery as long as there’s light in the sky.
Scary business: Haunting at Halloween. Toronto-based Screemers Inc. has made a business of a haunting experience
Vertical gardens make for a breath of fresh air. Repurposed space tech could be coming soon to a wall near you.
If you had one wish for the workplace, what would it be? We asked several entrepreneurial types about their dream workplace perks.
How to generate income from your blog. The Top Tens: Ten steps that can help you make money from doing what you love.
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