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29 Nov 2011 | 02:20 AM
The
government debt rose by 2.7 per cent to Rs 32.13 lakh crore at the end
of September quarter over the previous quarter due to increased market
borrowings, the Finance Ministry said today.
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29 Nov 2011 | 08:15 AM
World stock markets, glimpsing hope that Europe might finally be shocked into stronger action, staged a big rally.
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29 Nov 2011 | 08:00 AM
The rating agency said it has less confidence in government's ability to rein in the deficit.
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29 Nov 2011 | 07:50 AM
Asian
shares held firm as US markets overnight snapped a seven-day losing
streak on Monday and ended in a positive territory. However, gains were
curtailed after credit rating agency FITCH warned of a possible US ‘AAA’
rating downgrade if lawmakers in US failed to arrive at a deal on the
budget.
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29 Nov 2011 | 07:45 AM
The Standard & Poor's 500 index broke a seven-day losing streak. Markets in Europe also surged.
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Monday 28 November 2011
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Sunday 27 November 2011
top-10 social networks 4 grow u'r business
1. Entrepreneur Connect
Entrepreneur Media, the company that produces Entrepreneur Magazine, started a social network over a year ago specifically for entrepreneurs and small business owners called entrepreneurial connect Like all social networks, you have the opportunity to create your own profile, explore the community, share ideas with other entrepreneurs and network. Unlike most social networks, this one frowns upon too much self-promotion and applauds idea sharing.
You can use this network to connect to service providers, suppliers, advisers and colleagues. Just like LinkedIn and Facebook, there are professional groups that you can join or create. Another cool feature is that you’re able to start your own blog and possibly have it appear on the main page. This is similar to what Fast Company has done with their website.
2. PartnerUp
Partner Up is a social network for entrepreneurs who are searching for people and resources for business opportunities. Anyone can join, but business partners, co-founders, executives and board members will get the most out of this one. In this network, you can ask or offer advice, find commercial real estate and find service providers like accountants and marketers for your business.
The big differentiator with this social network is the commercial real estate “MoveUpSM” program that serves entrepreneurs who have experienced a hard time trying to find office space for their business. They also have a Resource Directory that allows small and mid-sized businesses to advertise their services.
3. StartupNation
There are a wide range of topics being discussed on StartupNation right now, including business planning, marketing and web-based business. The site also offers a series of competitions, such as a dorm-based 20 contest and an elevator pitch competition. If you’re an entrepreneur or hope to become one, this site is definitely one you can’t miss out on.
4. LinkedIn
It’s difficult to leave LinkedIn off of any social networking list because it’s so useful for anyone who’s either searching for a job, is trying to network with like-minded individuals, or building a company. LinkedIn offers many resources for entrepreneurs, such as groups, including the very popular “On Startups” group that has over 54,000 members.
Entrepreneurs on LinkedIn should brand themselves properly so they can attract the right kind of business opportunities, and perform searches to find service providers or partners. As an entrepreneur, you should also be looking to participate in LinkedIn Answers, events and applications to spruce up your profile and become a valuable member to your community.
5. Biznik
This isn’t another LinkedIn clone. Instead, Biznik brands itself as a social network that “doesn’t suck.” The Biznik community is composed of freelancers, CEOs, and the self-employed. Like the other networks, this is a place for you to share ideas, instead of posting your resume. It is mandatory for all members to use their real names and provide real data, and Biznik editors actually review all profiles to ensure compliance with that policy. There are three levels of membership, including basic, active ($10 a month for an enhanced profile) and supporting ($24 a month for increased visibility).
6. Perfect Business
If you want to meet thousands of serious entrepreneurs, experts and investors from a variety of industries, then Perfect Business might be the perfect social network for you. The type of people you’ll find are potential business partners, potential clients and advisers. Additionally, the site has leading business partners like Entrepreneur and Virgin Money.
7. Go BIG Network
The Go BIG Network embraces job seekers, in addition to funding sources, service providers and entrepreneurs. In this social network, you post requests for help, which are then routed to other people in the network that can answer your questions or support you. Members of this social network can search through profiles of other members, contact them or post a request (a classified ad) to talk about what they are looking for (such as a business partner). The profiles on this network are targeted and specific so it’s easy to find an investor in a particular region.
8. Cofoundr
The Cofoundr network is made up of idea makers, entrepreneurs, programmers, web designers, investors, freelancers and executives. The primary purpose of joining this network is to start a new web venture. Unlike most of the social networks already listed here, Cofoundr is a strictly private network, which means that you can’t view member profiles before you register for an account.
Membership requires having a valid university or work email address, which means high schools students and younger aren’t allowed. The first thing you have to do is sign up, then specify your abilities and the people you are trying to network with and finally, post your idea on the bulletin board or in the forum.
9. The Funded
By joining the site, you have access to detailed fund profiles with specialty, reference investments, and investment criteria, in addition to accessing partner vCards that have full contact information of all partners at venture funds. In order to get any value out of this social network, you pretty much have to become a member.
10. Young Entrepreneur
Thursday 24 November 2011
how brandson had done that...
What I Learned About Entrepreneurship from Richard Branson
I have man crush on Richard Branson. Though in modern vernacular "man crush" means a deep admiration, it's more than mere respect for Richard Branson's accomplishments that I feel.Ever since I first heard about Sir Richard as a young kid, I've been drawn to his amazing business sense, thirst for adventure and desire to give back to the world. Even back then, I recognized that the combination of those characteristics is both rare and appealing.
When my brother Adam and I were in our early teens, we had already been entrepreneurs for several years. We were like sponges, soaking up everything we could learn about the business world. At the time, I read a magazine article about Richard Branson that gave me inspiration. The story of a guy, who had started his first business at age 16 and was now one of the most successful people in the world, really made me think about my own possibilities.
Up until that point, I had dreamed of future fame and fortune, and my brother and I had already experienced some success. But I couldn't quite pinpoint where we were going -- until I read about Branson.
Since then -- and throughout my life as an entrepreneur -- I have found myself asking: "What would Branson do?" I admit that I don't always follow the advice the answer brings, but it often helps me see situations in a different light. For example, the first decent size business my brother and I took on after high school was a billiard hall. We purchased the struggling business with high hopes of turning it around -- and eventually did just that. But before committing to the purchase, I remember feeling fearful about putting all of our money into a business that we knew little about. One of the thrills of being an entrepreneur is the risk, but the emotion that often comes off as excitement can also signal fear and doubt.
I sometimes thought: "What are we getting ourselves into?" Then I asked myself: "What would Branson do?" and became excited rather than fearful. Branson is known for his expression, "Screw it, let's do it," which isn't indicative of a reckless attitude but rather a sign of his desire to live in the moment. His attitude inspired me to take the chance on that billiard business and many more since then.
As a young entrepreneur, it's important to have mentors, and, as with Richard Branson, they don't have to be people you've met. Having someone to look up to, even from afar, can be valuable in making decisions. Here are four lessons that Branson has taught me that have helped guide and inspire me:
- Live in the moment. From what I've seen, Branson lives every moment of his life fully and makes no apologies for it. In business, his attitude has translated into quick, decisive action that has paid off big. As a young entrepreneur, I used the same philosophy to build our businesses quickly. We trusted our intelligence and guts and didn't hesitate in deciding which direction to go with a project, acquisition or marketing scheme. That decisiveness has kept the momentum strong in our businesses.
- Have fun. It's abundantly clear that Branson loves what he's doing. He has fun at business, play and life. And so do we. Whether we are expanding our media company, writing a book or starting a new venture, fun has consistently figured into our decision making process. We love what we're doing, which makes the chances for success infinitely greater.
- Give back. As a philanthropist, Branson recognizes the importance of giving back to the world. Though, he typically does so in a big way, we've noticed that we too can derive joy from giving back -- even if it is on a small scale. We try to introduce the entrepreneurial spirit to kids of all ages through our Kidpreneurs book, speaking engagements at schools and youth organizations and related projects.
- Don't give up. Regardless of the odds, Branson has always refused to consider defeat. That, more than anything else in my estimation, has been the key to his success -- and the reason I admire him so much.
Wednesday 23 November 2011
Tuesday 22 November 2011
"It got to the point where my clients knew I was up all night working. They would think it was okay to email me at 3 in the morning and expect a response," says Theodore, 40, a co-founder of Adjektiv, which was based in Las Vegas, Nev., and New York.
After his business partner and an investor both died in tragic, separate incidents in 2008, he was reeling from grief and the stressful toll that years of nonstop work had taken on his psyche. Taking drastic action, he scaled back to four clients and moved from Las Vegas to Brooklyn, N.Y., to regroup.
Getting in touch with his "Bohemian roots" was one goal. He rented an apartment with a roof deck, spent hours in nearby Prospect Park and rode his bike whenever the weather permitted. He slowly rebuilt his company with a new name -- Partners in Theory -- and a new conviction to never again let business consume his life.
Related: How to Avoid Entrepreneur Overload
How to Recharge
A break from your business doesn't have to be a week vacation to help recharge your batteries and regain focus, says productivity expert Jon Gordon. It can be a day off or even regular walks or times to meditate and relax.
Find something you love to do -- from running to jigsaw puzzles -- and carve out ways to fit it into your schedule. Even an hour or two a week can make a difference.
Now, instead of running a company with three partners and as many as 20 independent coders and programmers, he runs the business on his own, working with about 11 independent contractors, all of whom take the lead on their own projects, relieving him of client-management responsibilities.
Theodore says he is also much more in tune with his own need for time off. While he rarely took breaks before, he now takes both vacations and short daily breaks to recharge. This summer, he'll take off either Thursday or Friday most weeks and is combining a cross-country work trip with sightseeing.
In that respect, Theodore is unlike many other U.S. business owners. Only 46 percent plan to take a vacation this summer, down from a high of 67% in 2006, according to the May American Express OPEN Small Business Vacation Monitor. Busy work schedules (37%) and affordability (29%) are the top reasons. But vacations and breaks can be what you need to increase productivity and come up with new ideas to make your business run better, says Jon Gordon, a Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla.-based motivational speaker on business productivity and author of The Seed: Finding Purpose and Happiness in Work and Life (Wiley, 2011).
Related: Tips for Managing Stress
Do you need a break? Here are seven signs it's time.
1. Loss of joy. If you're beginning to dread going to the business you once loved or find yourself chronically unhappy, it's likely a signal you need to take a break. "Often, it's when we think we can't take a break, during those very busy times, or when business is slow, that it's most important to do so," says Gordon.
2. Lack of focus or creativity. "Most people can't have a high level of focus for extended periods of time. Even high-end athletes or musicians need regular breaks," says former accountant Greg De Simone, founder of FocalPoint, a Mansfield, Mass., business coaching firm. He says he routinely sees clients return from vacations operating at a higher level of productivity or with newfound solutions to problems that had dogged them.
3. Constant feeling of overwhelm. If you're reacting rather than taking control, it's a clear indicator you need to take a break, says De Simone. If you think you can't spare the time, consider that you're losing it anyway by being ineffective, he says. "Getting away from your business allows you to step out of the constant flood of demands and interruptions and see your business more clearly," he says. That can help you make better decisions.
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4. Irritability. Cranky much? Irritability can be a sign of stress, depression, or other maladies, says Gordon. Take a break before you do real damage to your employee and client relationships.
5. Insomnia. Sleep issues are another red flag, says Gordon. Meditation and getting outside on a regular basis can help, he says. The National Institutes of Health says that regular exposure to outdoor light is important for the circadian rhythms that direct your sleep. If you're stressed and sunlight-deprived all day, you're dealing a double blow to your ability to get a good night's rest.
6. Health issues. Drive yourself too hard and it's likely going to take a toll on your health, says Gordon. Working endless hours may feel like a badge of honor, but if you have chronic insomnia, stomach issues, or generally not feeling well, it's time to consult your doctor -- who just might prescribe a break, he says. (Unfortunately, vacations aren't usually covered by health insurance.)
7. Warnings from friends and family. Today, when people in his life tell him it's time to take a break, Theodore finds the time. He never wants his business to run his life again. "Relationships are the most important thing in your life. If the people around you need you, you have to find time for them, even when it's busy," he says. Time with his loved ones, he says, is often the best way to relax.
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1. Do the things you like doing: It simply means that your business should comprise of the things that you like doing. There’s no point establishing a business which you have no interest in. You will need to spend a lot of your time and energy in your business so that you can make it flourish. Thus, it is important for you to select a business which you would be interested in running.
2. Ability and experience: The abilities you have and your past experience will also be helpful in determining what kind of business you should undertake. Simply deciding to set up a business is not all. You need to find out your abilities so that you can make proper use of them in your business. Your abilities would determine the kind of business you should undertake.
3. Don’t give up your present work: You should not give up your present work so that you can start a business of your own. You can carry on the business while you are still in employment. You need to make sure that your business can earn profit before you give up your present work so that you can get back to it in case your business is unsuccessful.
4. Get help: It is always a wise idea to get small business start up help from as many people as you can. There should be someone you can rely on while starting your business, someone who can help you out in any possible way and who would listen to your problems and give you advice.
5. Capital: Every business would require some amount of capital or the other. You need to decide the approximate amount which you will require. How would you get the funds?
6. Business plan: Preparing a business plan is of utmost importance. The success of a business will depend on its plan to a great extent.
7. Research: Always research on the market where you would be selling your product. Check the degree of competition in the market.
8. Comply with all legal formalities: This is very important for you can not commence your business without complying with all the legal formalities.
9. Employ the right people: It is very important that you recruit the right people for the right position. By placing the right people for the right posts you would be taking a step forward to success.
10. Advertisement: You should promote your business through proper medium in order to attract clients. You can select the medium which would come under your budget.
The wrong small business start up help could prove to be very expensive, time consuming and will ultimately damage your business prospects. Don't forget that your best tool is your common sense while accepting this help.
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Three strategies for overcoming age bias when starting a business.
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You could start a business, lasso funding and already have top-tier clients, but, because you're young, some people still won't take you seriously. What's worse, some may even try to take advantage of your youth.
Having co-owned a series of businesses with my brother since I was 7 years old -- we sold stunt airplanes at a festival with my grandfather -- I've seen my share of that kind of discrimination. For our first decent-sized venture out of school, we purchased a struggling pool hall in Vancouver, B.C., which we bootstrapped with money that we had earned with a few small, successful business ventures we launched during high school. Although we eventually turned the place into a thriving hot spot, we faced a number of challenges along the way. From the initial purchase transaction to setting up accounts with vendors, we learned quickly to be on guard from people who assumed we didn't have to be taken seriously or that they could "play" us because of our youth.
One situation that stands out happened when we were hiring a contractor to perform renovations for the bar. The first guy we contacted for a bid met with me at the pool hall. He had sized me up as young and naïve, before I even opened my mouth. After asking me to get my boss, he was clearly surprised -- and a little amused, if I'm not mistaken -- when I told him that it was me. The encounter went downhill from there.
Not only did he try to tell me we needed completely unnecessary (and overpriced) repairs, he had the nerve to say we had to pay in full for the work and materials up front. "That's just the way it's done," he said. Needless to say, he didn't get the job, but, to his credit, he prepared me for what I'd be up against time and again throughout my younger days as an entrepreneur. I quickly learned that I'd need to step up my game to be recognized and respected as a "real" business person.
So, how did I do it? Here are three strategies I used to bridge the generation gap, and you can too:
1. Know what you're talking about. If you're "winging it," people can tell, and, perhaps justifiably, they won't take you seriously. To elicit the opposite response, you should learn everything you can about your industry -- and your own product or service -- so you can speak clearly and authoritatively about your business. If you're also professional with everyone from vendors to employees to customers, you're bound to be seen in a better light. Once my brother and I learned everything we could about pool halls, we were able to communicate with beverage distributors, equipment manufacturers and food suppliers in their own language. That effort made all the difference. We took away their excuse to treat us differently than their other clients.
Related Video: Mashable's Pete Cashmore on a Big Lesson for a Young Entrepreneur
2. Admit that you don't know everything. Many young entrepreneurs try to overcompensate for inexperience by talking as though they've got it all figured out. The only thing worse than not knowing all you should know is not knowing, and then acting like you do. There's certainly nothing wrong with confidence, but admitting that you don't know something and asking for help shows integrity, which can't be underestimated. To help you figure things out, I encourage all young entrepreneurs to find a mentor to learn from and bounce ideas off of. This person can be a more seasoned entrepreneur than yourself or simply a business person who has expertise in your industry. It was our grandfather who recognized that my brother and I had a hunger for entrepreneurship. He helped guide us through some of the basic principles of entrepreneurship, showing us what it means to be an entrepreneur. I remember him telling us that an entrepreneur does anything and everything that needs to get done. That’s a lesson that has stuck with us to this day.
Related: Tumblr's David Karp on Recovering from a Business Crisis
3. Clean up. People judge others by the way they present themselves -- how they look, how they dress and how they speak. It might be the latest style to wear eight piercings in your face and your pants around your thighs. But while this look might impress your friends, it's likely to repel adult vendors, customers, and potential mentors. Is that "fair"? We can debate that point all day long, but it won't change the fact that superficial judgments take place virtually every time we meet someone.
That’s not to say that individuality isn't important. So, let me clarify: I'm not talking about acting like someone you aren't. I'm simply saying that you already have built-in obstacles to overcome as a young entrepreneur, and you can amplify those challenges by dressing, talking and acting like your favorite rock star. My brother and I didn't dress in suits every day by any means, but we made sure we presented ourselves as professionals who took business seriously. As an entrepreneur, the key is to standout as unique because you've got it together, rather than standing out for less desirable reasons.
Monday 21 November 2011
inspiration
my dear friends why we following other person who achieved something if we have the power within us. so try 2 make u'r own road.
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dear frnds. i'm a young person having 20 years and ther's a lot more period to get expired. i mean that my blood is very young n have a lot of miles to travel. here i wish to share my openion about the young entreprenure & teenage entreprenureship n i wish dat those who have an in-built fire would like this one.......... thanks.
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