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From Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. A business (also called a firm or an enterprise) is a legally recognized organization designed to provide goods and/or services to consumers. Businesses are predominant in capitalist economies, most being privately owned and formed to earn profit that will increase the wealth of its owners and grow the business itself. The owners and operators of a business have as one of their main objectives the receipt or generation of a financial return in exchange for work and acceptance of risk. Notable exceptions include cooperative businesses and state-owned enterprises. Socialist systems involve either government agencies, public, or worker ownership of most sizable businesses. The etymology of "business" relates to the state of being busy either as an individual or society as a whole, doing commercially viable and profitable work. The term "business" has at least three usages, depending on the scope — the singular usage (above) to mean a particular company or corporation, the generalized usage to refer to a particular market sector, such as "the music business" and compound forms such as agribusiness, or the broadest meaning to include all activity by the community of suppliers of goods and services. However, the exact definition of business, like much else in the philosophy of business, is a matter of debate. Business Studies, the study of the management of individuals to maintain collective productivity to accomplish particular creative and productive goals (usually to generate profit), is taught as an academic subject in many schools. From Wikipedia under the
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That's a big question. At one time it seemed like everyone was starting a blog. The only problem is, many do not stick with it for very long. I think the question of whether you should blog, ...  stylelist.com Karen Robinovitz Fri, 24 Jul 2009 17:35:00 GM The process forced us to think about our company on a larger scale, which in turn quickly made it clear that the old methods for making headway in this . business. in-store employees, rotating sales staff, trainers and all the other ... From Google Blog Search: "business"  news.google.com Detroit Free Press Many small- business owners could find it tough to get a quick financial fix with the new Small Business Administration loan called America's Recovery ... Bank of America Drastically Cut Small Business Loans after Bailout AllGov Lending dwindle for small business The News Journal Small businesses in a pinch for loans Florida Today Hartford Business - Newswire Today (press release) all 12 news articles » news.google.com Tampa Tribune This program is a comprehensive 12-session course designed to cover all aspects of planning a business expansion or a new business start-up. ... Heartland Workforce offers skills workshop News-Sun all 2 news articles » news.google.com PR Web (press release) Here's a checklist of the top five things that all companies should do to ensure business continuity despite a hurricane, power outage, terrorist attack or ... and more » From Google News Search: "business" How do I start a successful retail business? Q. I need assistance to get my questions answered regarding starting a retail business: 1. Which retail business would be best to start and why: a) Specialty retail business or b) Mail order business? 2. Which type of business is more predictable and does not change often: Specialty retail or mail order? 3. Many people say that PASSION is important when it comes to starting a business because the owner will have to work long hour to make his or her business a success. I agree with that but can you explain to me why there are many people out there who started their successful businesses outside their PASSION? 4. How can I choose products and services to sell that fit my personality and are part of my values? 5. I took a Myers-Briggs… [cont.] Asked by Mikelo - Fri Apr 13 23:42:24 2007 - - 8 Answers - 1 Comments A. How about a book store, if you are looking retail? I cant say if it would work in your town, you need to do marketing research to see what would succeed in your town. Also in business .. Location, Location, Location is VERY important to success .. not only do you need the right business, you need the right location .. Passion, YES .. you do have to work long hours but passion because you believe in what you are doing. I work from home and have the utmost compassion and belief for what I do, I believe that is what brings me success .. If you don't like books, don't like to read .. then a book store probably wont make sense. Did deep .. Only you know what you really want to do. GL! Answered by lovin_2beme - Fri Apr 13 23:51:53 2007 How big should a business be before the owner finally delegates responsibilities? Q. I am in the family business and my mom is clearly strained... We are blessed to have business hand over fist even in this recession but that is not my problem, or question... My question is how can a small business owner learn to lay back enjoy the fruits of their labor??? I mean she has owned this insurance agency for 30 yrs. and has nursed it from ONE policy to what it is today? But her health is declining as she is still trying to take payments, pictures of homes, etc. on what should be considered now at least a "mid sized" business? Asked by Sociopath - Mon Jun 8 14:42:42 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments A. It sounds like you are at that point. If it feels like too much, it probably is and if you are in the black, you can definitely outsource now. If you are concerned about handling the legal aspects, book keeping, etc. of a new hire, you can go through a temp. agency first. That way, you pay the agency and they handle payroll, etc. for their employee. The agency can coach you through it. You can always keep the person on, too, if it works out. Answered by m h - Mon Jun 8 14:59:29 2009 What is a good business to purchase for a first time business owner?
Q. I have my business degree, and money for investing. I am interested in buying a business that doesn't require my presence and that is profitable. What is a good type of business to purchase in the next year in South Florida? Asked by Danka - Tue Jan 13 16:43:17 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments A. You seem to an idea that the owner does nothing and racks in the big bucks. It is true that business owners only have to work half days and they get to pick which 12 hours they work - but I can tell you, your profits will walk out the door unless you participate and understand the business. If a business ran it's self there would be no reason to sell it - the owner would just keep receiving the profits. So look for a business you understand - and one you could actually work at. Otherwise - become a lender - the interest rate is higher but so are the risks. Buy a rental - but be ready for repairs at all hours. Answered by justwondering - Tue Jan 13 16:58:35 2009 From Yahoo Answer Search: "business" Business is the "art" of making money by selling things or services people want for more than their cost. - Patrick Dixon Sourced
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