CHINA ENTREPRENEURS highlights an exciting and increasingly important slice of the China pie: the opportunities and challenges for international entrepreneurs and small business operators venturing into the Middle Kingdom.

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Economic theory often assumes that firm growth is automatic, given the existence of growth opportunities in the marketplace. However, a new study published in Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice reveals that the motivation of small business managers has a long-term effect on the actual future growth of the firm.

The majority of small businesses still see print Yellow Pages advertising as their most effective way to generate sales leads, but more are also eager to integrate effective Internet options into their overall marketing approach, according to a new, independent survey.

IBM (NYSE: IBM) today released the results of a global survey of nearly 1,400 small and midsized businesses identifying energy costs as the "biggest cost increase" for them over the past two years, surpassing healthcare, payroll, rent and equipment.

Dell is extending its commitment to small businesses with a new online product recovery and recycling service enabling business customers with fewer than 10 pieces of computer equipment to easily manage, return and track unwanted assets.

AT&T Inc. has announced that small businesses now have access to dedicated wireless specialists and savings as part of the AT&T Exclusively Business program. The program gives qualified small businesses preferred treatment and is designed to equip growing businesses with a dedicated team that provides recommendations and support for mobile voice and data communications solutions.

Software Asset Management Offers an Easy System for Rounding Up Improperly Licensed Software and Generating Cost Savings

Creating Jobs and Fueling Growth in Underserved and Emerging Markets

New Google Custom Search Business Edition adds powerful site search at very low cost

The Internal Revenue Service announced on July 12 that it began mailing educational letters this month to more than 650,000 small tax-exempt organizations that may be required to submit a new annual notice, Form 990-N, “Electronic Notice (e-Postcard) for Tax-Exempt Organizations Not Required to File Form 990 or 990-EZ.”

Approves US$100 M Loan To Support Micro-Business In China

Locals try to break dependence on aid by taking out loans to start new businesses.