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More jobs expected at Albany NanoTech after another company joins

International Sematech is an Austin, Texas, based consortium of computer microchip manufacturing companies that has had a research operation at the Nanoscale college since 2002.

The company has about 250 employees on campus. About 450 more jobs are expected when International Sematech moves its headquarters from Austin to Albany.

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After 200 years, Adam Smith is honoured in Edinburgh

The invisible hand of a Calgary entrepreneur helped build a monument to a neglected free market economist. Matthew Johnston - July 18, 2008

On July 4th, a ceremony was held in Edinburgh, Scotland to unveil a statue of economist Adam Smith, 200 years after his death.

While the monument, paid for entirely with private money, was erected by the London-based Adam Smith Institute, a Calgary entrepreneur played an early and important role in honouring this neglected free market economist and Edinburgh's most illustrious son.

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No Free Trade for Obama

You see, while all us American workers are “buying American," the American entrepreneur, to avoid the expense of our environmental laws and high labor costs, is taking his other capital overseas. So, the “Buy Only American" campaign must be matched by its equivalent the “Hire Only American" campaign. Haven't heard of it yet? No you haven't, and you won't. The American worker has been betrayed by the American capitalist. That is why free trade is not free and that is why trade agreements must require that foreign manufacturers comply with our labor and environmental laws before they should be allowed to compete in our great country against those who are willing to keep their capital at home and hire Americans. And who wants to do this? Sen. Barack Obama. You want the best for everyone not just the foreign oligarch and American capitalist? Vote for Obama. more

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Irondequoit's Feola honored to officiate hockey's elite - Democrat and Chronicle

Fourteen years ago, Peter Feola's pursuit of a career as a professional hockey player came to an end with a bum ankle and no contract renewal from the minor league Muskegon Fury. That twist of fate didn't stop the 39-year-old Irondequoit resident ...

Martin County Community Calendar, updated Feb. 10 - TCPalm

Treasure Coast Home And Garden Show: Showcase of local businesses, food, Martin County Fairgrounds, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mar. 6; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Mar. 7. Science Museum: Exciting demonstrations, activities with audience interaction. Community Christian ...

TV Best Bets - Cincinnati.com

Her friend Ellie is at war with their neighbor over Christmas lights. Also, Ellie's husband chases a business deal with the father of Laurie's boyfriend. Faces of America, 8 p.m., Channel 16, 10 p.m. Channel 48. In this nation of immigrants, dramatic ...

Home Ec of the future - Daily Local News

Associated Press Lamar High School seniors Leah Jones, left, and Brajae Joyner prepare a dish in Houston. The students are part of the culinary arts program at the high school that teaches them to prepare and serve meals in their Cafe Mirabeau. In ...

Briefly: Feb. 10 - Abington Mariner

Women’s Heart Health Month at Village Landing PLYMOUTH – The Village Landing Merchants Association is sponsoring the third annual celebration of Women’s Heart Health Month throughout the month of February. Visit any participating Village ...

Family-Inspired Scrapbook Web site Provides Decorative Tools to Share ... - YAHOO!

Founder of Memories-In-A-Book.com , Connie Rysavy, developed a Web business dedicated to reflecting on moments passed. Inspired by her grandson's request for a homemade photo album, she found the ultimate selection of vibrant materials available for ...

Brown’s first vote not the deciding one - Boston Globe

WASHINGTON - Senator Scott Brown accelerated his swearing-in last week to make sure he could have a say on key pending legislation. But by the time he cast his first vote on the Senate floor yesterday, much of that drama had evaporated. Brown, whose ...

What's Happening in Oroville for Feb. 10 - Oroville Mercury-Register

Wylde Side Studios and Houser's Music in Oroville are offering people a chance to record a song (karaoke or A capella) or personal message to be sent to active duty members of the United States armed forces. Messages may be sent in the form of CDs, e ...

Moondogs café gallery will close - Reading Evening Post

... and crafts ... his business. He said: “It is an opportunity I have to take as I just cannot afford to expand in Reading. The business has been breaking even since we opened despite the recession, which I am really pleased with, but to start

Rockwall Welcomes the Mansions of Rockwall Luxury Townhomes and The ... - Earthtimes

Luxury living comes to Rockwall County with the announcement of the Mansions of Rockwall, a rental townhome community with attached garages, and the Mansions of Rockwall Active Adult Community, a luxury condominium and duplexes designed exclusively ...

Open Question: direct sales fundraisers and events, how do you find places willing to let you set up?

I am getting started in a home jewelry sales bus. and I am looking to set up booths in my area. I have been looking for a way to find festivals/craft shows/vendor events and especially church or hospital shows - is there a way to locate these shows online that anyone knows about? I found some sites that require paying to locate listings, don't want to do that. Also, does anyone know the licensing needed to do direct sales as a business, as an independent contractor? more

Open Question: If you start selling something from your home, such as a craft, do you have to do something legal first?

I am selling little boards that I design and decorate in my spare time. I was wondering if I had to register myself as a business or pay taxes or something like that. Its just a hobby that I would like to make a little money from. I do want to make a website to showcase my stuff, by I really dont want to have to do something special... can I just sell my stuff? No strings attatched? more

Open Question: starting a business, help with the name, please?

I am starting to sell a craft that I make and I need help picking a name. What I sell are boards with scrapbooking paper on them and then special words. Please give me names as to what I can name my little business. I kind of want something clever. thanks for your help! more

Open Question: Wholesale supplier for beads?

My husband and I would like to start a little business making and selling jewelry but buying the beads and findings at the craft store would give very little profit. How do I go about finding wholesale dealers? more

Voting Question: affordable estore builder and hosting?!!?

I just started a small business to sale jewelry and some craft based items.I am selling now at ebay,and I am happy eith that.However I am thinking to have an e store,on that way I can make business cards with my estore info and start to advertise.I don't have any website.I still don't want to pay for example 20 dollers monthly I am looking for cheaper options available.Thanks and please let me know I appreciate your ideas.Thanks. more

Voting Question: ALGEBRAAAAAA SMART PEOPLE?

you have started a business making paper-mache sculptures. the cost to make a sculpture is $.75. your sculptures sell for $14.50 each at craft store. you receive 50% of the selling price. each sculpture takes about 2 hours to complete. if you spend 14 hours per week making sculptures, abouw how many weeks will you work to earn a profit of $ 360? more

Resolved Question: I want to start selling my crafts from home, part-time. I have a name, and logo, what next?

I want to sell my crafts part-time from home. I have a business name that I would like to use, as well as a logo that I have created, but legally, I don't know where to go from here. Do I have to get my name and logo trademarked or copy righted? Do I have to register my business anywhere? Any references, books, websites, opinions, etc. would be GREATLY appreciated!! more

Resolved Question: What is a crafty name for my mum's business she is starting?

She cooks delicious cakes by her homemade recipes. the cakes she makes is: carrot, banana, marble, orange, sponge cake, blackforrest cake, apple and tea cake. etc. she also does the occasoinal catering where she makes platters of fruit, crackers and other snacks. she used to be a partner in a craft store and wants to re-continue making crafty things like baby items, mobiles etc. She would like a name that is both catchy and creative that simply tells what she does, both with the baking and crafts. any sujestions are warmly welcomed. thankyou.,xox jennifer xox more

Resolved Question: Starting at home small business, where to begin?

I really have no idea when it comes to this sort of thing. I have a bunch of knowledge in biology and science education, but never took a business class! With that in mind is anyone willing to share the very basic steps to beginning an at home business (I want to make jewelry and sell online, initially)? Do I need a tax number, so I can purchase things wholesale? Do I have to apply for some sort of business license? I have heard you need a vendors id number for craft fares and such... but I don't know how to even get that. I'm feeling pretty lost here... I would appreciate any advice/information that you are willing to share! It would save me endless hours surfing the net, not even know what to google! Thank you! As always... 10 points for best answer! more

Resolved Question: Business Question Please Help, Im 13 - UK?

I would really like to start my own business, I am 13 years old. I have two ideas: -An eshop selling local handmade crafts and other fairtrade/ethical/organic products - A small company making cake mixes (where people just add an egg and water then cook) I would like to know if i can start a business at this age, also please can you tell me how i would go about starting a business? Any help would be great, thanks, josh x more

Resolved Question: heed help in correcting my essay?

My english teacher wants me to write about the difficulties i have faced learning english and has my attitude towards English changed? my english is not that grate even though i have written a paragraph about the difficulties i have faced learning English. i don't know the proper way of writhing in essay format. i would really appreciate your help. My name is *********. I was born in a middle class family in India. My father is a respectable person in the community and my mother is a teacher. Since I was a child, my parents always wanted me to become an engineer by enrolling me in English high school. However, I India where I lived there were no English schools. When I was four years old I was enrolled in Gujarati School which was a local language school. After two years, my parents moved to Bombay because of lack of business and for my education. I was enrolled in English school from grade second in Bombay. As I was a small kid, I started learning new things and liked doing different things like painting, craft, sports but I disliked English language even though fellow students giggled at me. I always had problems understanding grammar and never got good marks in English. My teacher always called my parents complaining about my poor grades and bad performance in school. My father never shouted at me even though I was bad in studies but he always used to tell me that one day I will realized how important English language is. As time went by, I finished my grade tenth but didn't’t get good marks so I dropped from my school without finishing grade 12th. My father was angry but didn't’t say anything. I started helping my father in his business since I was out of school. For almost eight years I helped my father in his business but for some reason my father had to close down the business. After the closing down the business I didn't’t had anything to do so i started looking for job but never got one. Everywhere I went the employer wanted a college graduate which I was not. As I was 24 year old I started realizing how big mistake I did by not studying English and not finishing my studies but it was too late. In India once you are twenty you cannot finish your high school. I had to compromise with my life and I started working in a small company and the salary was not so grate. Nothing looked grate in my life and was loosing my confidence. Luckily, I was hired by a travel agency as a tour guide, taking the travellers to Dubai for their vacation trip but even there English was required which I was not proficient. While on my trip I met a girl who was from London. We became friends and got married. She sponsored me and I went to London. The reason behind going to a new country was because for my studies hoping one day I will finish my qualification and live a good life. But it was not an easy task. Even after four years studying was not an easy task especial English. Learning English language was a tough job for me. Teachers were excellent and new their stuff but I did not know any of the words or their meanings. I left the class with a miserable feeling that I had never felt before. But I had to move on and had to finish my courses. i had to changed my self in order to learn English even though I hated more

Resolved Question: Do I even need to file schedule C?

I don't have any license yet, but will get one next week. I'm unemployed so I started selling things around my apartment since a few months ago. And I have also pick up a hobby of crafting, and sell sell the things I made. I was told that I have to file schedule C on internet incomes. I sell my things on ebay and etsy and have all my transaction on paypal. I buy everything and sell everything mainly online. And I also print shipping postage on paypal so I have no paper receipts to keep at all. I upload all my transaction from paypal to outright (Bookkeeping Program) and trying to sort out my expense. I put Shipping fee, paypal, ebay, etsy fees under "Cost of Goods Sold and I also put things that I buy then resell on ebay under "Cost of Goods Sold." After all the sorting, it shows I have $2000 income on the first line. But after all the fees and deductions, I have -$400 loss on "Net profit or (loss)" What's the point of me filing it when I'm not even making money? Is it really necessary for me file this income? The schedule C s very complicated, but plan to file it with my husband's tax return. Turbo tax fee version don't have Schedule C, so I plan to get the home and business edition. It cost $74,95, do you think it's worth it? more

Resolved Question: do you think my pet buissness might work?

i love animals and pets and stuff, I also have always wanted to own a pet store. My mom brought this idea up. I have a cat grass / cat nip plants. And I know how to care and dry the crop. I recently dried some. Anyway, getting to the point my mom said I could make little cat toys. Her brothers own a family Business. Its textiles and I think they make stuff like pillows and all. So then my mom said she could ask them to make little toys, which then I could fill with stuff like the cat nip and cat grass. I would buy the toys from them and stuff. Then once I made the complete toy, I could sell them online or sell them in a pet shop. I would also do other stuff, not just cat toys. Do you think it might work out? Also at a craft fair or something, I have seen stuff like that but instead its the things you put in drawers, they kinda started like How I might. more

Voting Question: parents of little girls - request for honest critique?

Hello all! I am a mother to a little girl (she just turned 6!) and currently cooking our #2 (gender TBD). I am also a struggling artist who is trying to build a business of artwork and handmade items. I've begun creating girl's accessories to sell at craft fairs and via etsy. I opened my etsy shop in October and I've not been able to sell anything, yet, despite my greatest efforts. My goal is for this venture to start making money so that my family doesn't suffer financially during my maternity leave this summer, and maybe I could even stay home for a bit with my baby and work from my studio. So, back to the question. Below is a link to my etsy shop, as well as a link to my facebook fan page. I welcome any critique of my stuff, as well as suggestions or ideas. I appreciate all honest feedback. www.josasser.com http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=logo#/pages/Jo-Sasser/147905692156?ref=ts Thanks! more

Voting Question: Starting a new business?

I am in the process of starting up a craft, sewing and scrap book business. Just wondering if anyone know of a good craft and/or scrap book wholesale site that would be good to use for my purchasing needs. thanks more

Resolved Question: What do I do to start a small business in Virginia?

I want to start my own small business to sell my ceramics. I want to start small in craft shows and such. I looked up the Virginia Bazaar, which is relatively close to my home in Richmond. To sell there you must have a business license, but I don't because I don't even have a business yet. What do I do start my business and get a license? more

Voting Question: Would you feel worried and disturbed if you read a story a 14-year-old wrote about incest & physical abuse?

Earlier tonight I read a question a 14-year-old girl had asked in Books & Authors about a disturbing story she wrote about severe physical abuse and domestic violence, and then read another question she'd asked in Adolescent and here about how to cover up welts left from a "spanking" (beating) she'd gotten from her parents for misbehaving at school so kids in her gym class wouldn't see them. I then realized that the same user had asked a question I read a couple of days ago about a story she wrote about a father raping his four-year-old daughter and then beating her, and it was really graphic and sickening. One answerer wrote that there was no way she was 14-year-old as she claimed to be because the grammar was so perfect, and even a very intelligent and precocious teen wouldn't be capable of writing a story so well crafted. The thing is, I am a seventeen-year-old who is very articulate and knowledgeable, and people on here have commented before that they're surprised about my age, and may have even doubted my genuineness. Anyway, my point is that I think a 14-year-old really could have the ability to write that well, but how would you know such details about rape and abuse if you had zero experience with it? I mean, yes, I started reading books in middle school that covered really mature subjects, including incest and rape, but I still couldn't have written a story with so much graphic detail about bleeding after sex and how welts raise on your legs after being beaten with a belt when I was 14. I am worried that maybe this girl is really being horribly abused and mistreated. I usually have a strong troll meter, but I don't know this time. Would you report something like this to Y!A? Supposedly they cooperate with authorities and can turn things over to local police officers for them to investigate by looking up the user's IP address. I mean, even if the stories are just totally fictional, she's still asking about a "spanking" so severe welts will cover her bum to her knees the next day. She also asked questions about teachers being obligated to report abuse. I'm not like a stalker trying to invade her privacy by reading her Q&A, but it had been public earlier tonight and I looked over the questions out of concern. Or do you think she's just a weird adult making all this up, and I'm just being naive and paranoid to even worry about a stranger? I mean, I would just mind my business but she's posted this on the internet for the world at large to see, so I don't know if I'm like morally compelled to do something and at least report it. Maybe I'm just being ridiculous and overreacting. I don't know.http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AvNF.XCqXU9yeY65C5ehYSoAAAAA;_ylv=3?qid=20100104123338AAArKTs http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AuX7hLkzrWx638YHE2JYyYQAAAAA;_ylv=3?qid=20100105142529AALHDf6 http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=ArSaQLfO7YOJFYcQMpRMejPsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20100105135612AAclCDm&show=7#profile-info-f1hjLLX4aa more

Resolved Question: Idea to start a business with?

I need to think of an idea to create a business for school. My teacher said to choice something that has to do with something we like to do, but I can't think of anything. I'm good at art and craft things like that. Also at cooking. I was thinking about creating a restaurant, but I don't think I'll be able to think of a menu. What are some good ideas to make a business out of? thanks! :) (and its not for a real business, just a project) more

Resolved Question: Starting a Vinyl Letter Cutting Business?

I am starting a new business and need a little help. I'm looking at a VinylExpress R Series (24") cutter with all the software. I also hear the Roland Cutter is a better machine (but a little more money than I care to spend right now). This will be used for an at home business, making lettering for wooden signs, glass blocks, tiles, etc. to be sold at arts & crafts shows. Does anyone know anything about the VinylExpress machine? Will it be a good start machine up for my business? more

Resolved Question: I want to start a business of crafts & flower bouquets in mumbai.How to go about it.Pls help?

I am really fed up of a full time job, instead was thinking to convert my hobby into business wherein i can also earn.I am planning to start a business of Flower bouquets or some handicraft items for eg..frames, candle, paper bags, greeting cards etc. Just gimme some ideas as to how this business can be started and how to attract customers by advertising the products. Your valuable feedabck will surely help me , so what r u waiting for...jus pen down few ideas. Thanks! more

Resolved Question: Where can I buy a scroll saw that will automatically cut the same pattern over and over?

We are starting up a business and need to cut many small, fairly simple wood shapes for crafts that we can't find already pre-cut. But tracing and cutting the same pattern over and over with a scroll saw can be very tedious. We've considered outsourcing the cutting, but think it may be more cost effective just to buy our own machine. We're sure there's a machine where you can enter a pattern and it can cut it over and over for you, but we have no idea what it's called or where to find one. We're willing to invest the money for the machine, but we don't know where to start. Any ideas? more

Resolved Question: What is a good business name for my company?

I want to start a home based business teaching people/children how to knit, crochet, other crafts, scrapbooking, sewing, baking and candy making etc. One part of my idea includes pre teen parties. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated! Thanks more

Resolved Question: what are some good sewing crafts using fake fur?

i am starting a craft business and need ideas,please more

Resolved Question: Can I make money without needing a permit or license?

Can I make something and sell it to people for cash and not need any kind of permit or license to do so? I know when some people do a service like mowing lawns or babysitting - they do the job and get paid cash and it's a done deal - so if I make something like cookies/cupcakes and sell them to people will I need the proper documents allowing me to do it? Or if I make some kind of craft and sell it to people will I need something to do that? I'm not trying to start a business, just want to make some extra cash.I live in an apartment community, and they don't allow soliciting - so could I post a flyer or card about my service on the bulletin board beside the mail boxes - or is that considered soliciting? more

Voting Question: Confused Film/Video college graduate with no career...what to do?

OK..so in a few months I'll have my Bachelor's of Science from a decently respected four-year college here in Maryland. I enjoy making films/videos with a passion...and I consider myself very good at editing, possibly writing a short film/video/commercial. I have received many accolades for my work at school and I even submitted one to the Maryland Film Festival as I think it stands a shot to be viewed; it's a documentary about homelessness in Baltimore city, very powerful stuff...That being said, I'm 23 and the parents are getting pretty antsy that I get a job now, so I can only imagine how they'll be after I graduate. I definitely don't want to do the whole Best Buy associate thing, been there done that. No retail or anything like that as I'd go crazy. My, technically "double major" is Computer Information Systems with a Networking focus and I worked at Social Security headquarters for a year as an IT Specialist and was also very good at my job...but I realized sitting at a desk working on PC's wasn't for me, it was just mind-numbing bureaucratic work. So I gave up a lifetime of job security and a great pension to preserve my sanity. My question is...what can I do now? Are there any careers in film/video (freelancing, working for production company, shooting weddings?) where I can save up for a little bit and then be self-sufficient to get my parents off my back, perhaps move out on my own? A lot of the guys I go to school with are already doing stuff like they were electricians on the set of 'The Wire' here in Baltimore. They're starting their careers by being gaffers, grips, best boys..film stock loaders. All those technical positions. I really don't know how to do any of that...all I know is how to write films/videos and shoot them and edit them, that's all I know. Are there jobs for me or do I have to look in another direction when I graduate with my 3.2 GPA in film/video? So many people are going to community colleges to learn a new craft after graduation. Other people are going to like law school...or to get their MFA in film (which really doesn't help you get hired, I've been told). Everyone's giving me so much advice about going to grad school or forgetting about this film business and going to work as an IT guy at some office, just doing films/videos in my spare time. But it's my passion...I want to tell stories, move people, I can't do that fixing some PC at some office. So what do I do? Does the world need anymore lawyers, I'm tired of studying and I know that it's a very demanding 3 years of law school...Should I go to the community college and get a certificate in something like criminal justice so that I can be a legal assistant or something, at least that's more fun than computers. Maybe I could be like a multimedia teacher at high school if I get certified...? Honestly guys, I really don't care what I do. Whether it's being a Forest Park Administrator, being one of those Special-ed teachers at my old high school, whatever!! I'm just trying to get my parents off my back and earn some money, somehow, be it through film or some other career. Do you guys have any advice on something like that? Where I can be around people, social, not behind a desk...Be creative and express myself both verbally and through written word. Maybe I could start my own business and show old ladies how to set up their computer...people like me and I'm a nice guy. Would that work? I'm just trying to get my parents off my back...cuz they've been supporting me, paying thousands of dollars for college these last 5 years, and I just have to move out and get on with my life!!! I beg you guys, please help!!! more

Voting Question: How can I start selling homemade baby items?

I just had a baby 2 months ago, and really picked up sewing. I made my son custom boppy pillow cases, burp cloths, bibs, blankets, slings, and wipe cases. I want to invest in a embroidery machine, and really start a business. I live in Texas how can I go about doing this. I really would like to try maybe a home-based business first like selling my stuff online or at my local craft store, but would eventually love to turn it into a real business how can I get started? Do I need any license to do this at home? Can I get in trouble for selling items like slings that weren't my idea? Will I have to file my taxes as self-employed. I'm so confused, and defiantly don't want to get in any trouble. Thanks in advance. more

Resolved Question: How many sewing patterns are sold each year in the US and Europe?

Ideally, I'd like to also understand the number of patterns sold for: (1) clothes (2) costumes and crafts Rough estimates or ballpark figures/ideas are fine. Or barring that, pointing me in the right direction where I might be able to find this info would be great. This info will help for some research I'm conducting for a small start-up that is looking to expand in a new direction. I haven't had any luck trying to find this info online nor in apparel industry reports available at the nearby business school library. Thanks! more

Voting Question: Business Ideas for a partnership?

Hey all, Me and a friend of mine decided that we would love to go into business together. We know it's quite early, we are only VCE level at school (year 11) but we have been brainstorming ideas of what we could do at this age. Does anyone have ideas that would could use for starting up a business. Some ideas we had: - Waitering or MCing functions - Photography and Camera work at functions - Making arts/crafts and selling or manufacturing them (we have ideas for them) - Buying and selling electronics and other goods online That's kinda all we got. Please help team! We want to get something going here! Thanks more

Resolved Question: How much discount should you give to friends when selling handmade crafts?

I know someone who wants to sell their crafts and start a business but isn't sure what percentage discount is right to offer friends, family and colleagues. To give the items away fro free would scupper the business before it starts! But to charge full price seems wrong. Is there a standard percentage discount that is generally considered reasonable? Are the percentages for friends, family and colleagues different? more

Resolved Question: Questions About Starting An Online Business?

Good Afternoon! I am a little scatter brained right now so please forgive me if this makes no sense! I live in North Carolina and i am wanting to start selling my home made candles. I thought i would start out slow and make a web page online where customers could order my candles and also do some craft festivals. But i have no idea where to start with all the legal issues such as taxes and if i will need a business license. I am pretty sure i will need an NC tax id but other than that i am clueless. If anyone has any suggestions or advice please answer! more

Voting Question: I'm starting a business mostly of hand crafted hair accessories for girls, what should I name the business?

BUT with this economy I can't only sell hand crafted accessories because so far I'm not making a living from it. I want to add more to the business like maybe have crafting parties for little girls or a spa for girls. Basically I want to sell something that is a NEED and would sell everyday. The place we want to rent is a historic villiage where 95% of the people that come are tourist. What do you think I should sell, beside the hair accessories, and what should I name it so that its an eye-catching name!? more

Resolved Question: Hoe do i calm her down?

My mom has gone on a business trip for 1 whole day.My sister has problems when my mom leaves.She starts crying and screaming.Shes 10 years old.She does not have mental problems its just she can really miss something a lot.So me and my dad have to take care of her.My dad is in the living room watching a movie when me and my sister are upstairs.I need some fun activities to do with my sister.She likes arts and crafts.Please help her and help me.Its really how sorry more

Resolved Question: I am starting a Christmas Crafts business with my mom. Help with a name?

My name is Jessica Lawson and my mom's name is Julie Leonard, so maybe something with a play on our names? Possibly something winter or christmas themes? Thanks!! All answers, suggestions, and comments are welcomed and appreciated!We will mainly be making wreaths...and I don't think that a religious name is very appropriate. It could have something to do with Christmas, though. Also, I was thinking someting more "cutesie", if you will. Something catchy that you will remember. more

Resolved Question: Help my bussines get started?

I have set up and esty account but no one has made a purchase! It's sad. I need some ideas on how to get my crafts out there!!! I'm making these ribbon letters and i have sold some to co-workes but I would really like to sell more! Please look at them and if you would like to place a order let me know. They are custom color so any color you want. I do all of this by hand! They start at $15. Please help me really start my business. more

Resolved Question: I want to start a business. Am i too Young?

I am 15 years old and i would like to start a business. I don't mean babysitting because i already do that. I don't mean yard work either. I mean like make products such as decorated cookies, earrings, or bath salts. My real question is what kind of road blocks will i run into because i am so young. I know of craft shows that i can go to. I asked my mom if she would help me do eBay (meaning her name is on the account so that i can sell because she is WAY behind on the computer stuff) but she said no. I would like to have a website and sell my items there. Is anything going to get in my way as far as taxes and legal stuff go. Can I leagally ship things. How can I legally receive payments. Does the small buisness tax deduction thingy apply to me. I would really appreciate legitimate answers. Thank you! more

Resolved Question: Starting a small home based business? Need advice.?

I would like to make a website so that I can sell some of my hand made crafts online, but what do I need to do before getting a website? Do I need a business license? Do I need to register the business name? (I have a name in mind) What exactly is a domain and do I need one? I'm thinking of using a free site until the business can pay for its own, I have checked out homestead.com, and bonanzle but I am thinking of going with vista print...Any advice? Thank you! more

Resolved Question: Name for a craft/home decor boutique?

I am starting a craft/home decor business selling painted wooden letters and words, vinyl lettering, wooden signs, and microwaveable corn bags, amongst other things. I will be selling online and at Craft Shows. I just can't come up with a name. I really like "Pear Tree." Which one sounds better? Pear Tree Boutique In A Pear Tree Pear Tree Creations Pear Tree Designs more

Resolved Question: The more I hear about 0bama's Net Neutrality, the better I like it. You?

FCC Votes to Begin Crafting `Net Neutrality' Rules Oct 22 12:42 PM US/Eastern By JOELLE TESSLER AP Technology Writer WASHINGTON (AP) - Federal regulators took an important step Thursday toward prohibiting broadband providers from favoring or discriminating against certain kinds of Internet traffic. Despite the concerns of telecommunications companies and the agency's two Republicans, the Federal Communications Commission voted to begin writing so-called "network neutrality" regulations. Proponents say the rules would prevent phone and cable companies from abusing their control over the market for broadband access. FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski said regulations are needed to ensure that broadband subscribers can access all legal Web sites and services, including Internet calling applications and video sites that compete with the broadband companies' core businesses. "Internet users should always have the final say about their online service, whether it's the software, applications or services they choose, or the networks and hardware they use to the connect to the Internet," Genachowski said. The FCC's two other Democrats voted to support his plan. The agency's two Republican commissioners voted merely to start the formal rule-making process, but said they are opposed to the substance of Genachowski's proposal. Republican Commissioner Robert McDowell said he remains unconvinced that broadband providers are engaging in widespread anticompetitive behavior that requires government intervention. "I do not share the majority's view that the Internet is showing breaks and cracks, nor do I believe that the government is the best tool to fix it," he said. Next up for the FCC is to actually craft the rules, with a vote on whether to adopt them expected to come by next summer. That would culminate a five-year debate in Washington that has pitted Internet companies such as Google Inc. against some of the biggest phone and cable companies—including AT&T Inc., Verizon Communications Inc. and Comcast Corp. The broadband providers insist they need flexibility, free from government intervention, to keep their networks running smoothly. They want to ensure that high-bandwidth applications such as YouTube videos don't hog too much capacity and impede other traffic, like e-mail and online searches. They also say that net neutrality regulations would discourage them from expanding and upgrading their networks. "We continue to hope that any rules adopted by the commission will not harm the investment and innovation that has made the Internet what it is today and that will make it even greater tomorrow," Comcast Executive Vice President David L. Cohen said in a statement. But companies such as Google, Amazon.com Inc., eBay Inc.'s Skype and Facebook Inc. argue that without such rules, the broadband companies will become online gatekeepers that can prioritize their own online services or those of their business partners—and potentially put others at a disadvantage. Markham Erickson, executive director of the Open Internet Coalition, called Thursday's vote "the first step toward ... creating a framework that promotes innovation and consumer choice on the Internet." The Open Internet Coalition represents public interest groups and big Internet companies, including Google, Amazon and eBay. Genachowski's plan calls for the agency to formally adopt four broadband principles that have guided the FCC's enforcement of communications laws on a case-by-case basis. Those principles state that network operators must allow subscribers to access all online content, applications, services and devices as long as they are legal. The FCC relied on those guidelines last year when it ordered Comcast to stop blocking subscribers from using an online file-sharing service called BitTorrent, which is used to transfer big files such as online video. Comcast is challenging the FCC ruling in court. Genachowski also wants the FCC to adopt two additional principles that would bar broadband providers from discriminating against particular content or applications and require them to disclose network management practices. And he is seeking to apply all six rules across all types of broadband networks, including wireless systems, which have been largely unregulated. "The time is now to move forward with consideration of fair and reasonable rules of the road," Genachowski said Thursday. "It would be a serious failure of responsibility not to consider such rules, for that would be gambling with the most important technological innovation of our time." Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D9BG8MT00&show_article=1 more

Resolved Question: What is a good name for a small, in home, jewelry business?

I'm helping my mom with a craft show taht she is doing in November. She has been making jewelry for about a year now and she's really starting to get further out there than just family and friends. I'd like to make some business cards for her and have a business name. She has just been saying "Diana's Beadwork" but that doesn't seem like a very memorable business name to me. It's a small business, run from in home. I just want some suggestions for a creative name. Her name is Diana and I think she'd like her name in it, but if not, all is well. thanks! more

Resolved Question: Selling crafts online, 14 years old?

I would like to start a buisness... uhm, this will be kinda long. Finding a job has been really difficult and I can't find a single business in my area[walking distance, willing to walk up to 3 miles.. maybe more :/] that will hire a 14 year old. The youngest I've seen is 15. I want to get some experience, and well, make some money. Obviously I can't get any experience so I'm turning to my creative side. I have sold art online before, I'm not looking to do that. Occasional I'll draw something up and sell it to virtual pet site owners but I've been making small charms, cell phone charms and keychains and selling them to family and friends. They've been a hit and I'm wondering, is it legal for me, at 14, to sell them online on etsy or ebay, and if so, which is better? Concerning paypal, I use my mother's. It's under her name and all but I use it to receive the money and such. Thanks (: more

Resolved Question: Cute Business name for girls...?

My sister and I are starting an online business, to sell some things we make, earrings, bracelets, etc... it's pretty much a craft show online.. what is a cute name for our website/business?? more

Resolved Question: Beading parties for girls - Best way to select beads?

I am starting a beading party business for birthdays, craft nights, etc. and I am wondering what is the best way to select beads? Anyone who offers these types of parties would be a great help. How do you select what types of beads to use for each party? Do you wait until you talk to the mom/host to get an idea of favorite colors etc? What is a good basic, starter collection? As an adult beader, I have a very stylistic selection for my own pieces, but I'm overwhelmed by all of the options for kids! Thank you for any help! more

Resolved Question: any advice welcome, should i resign or stick it out?

i have enjoyed my job for the last 3 years, i've worked hard and get on well with the other staff. but over the last few months things have happened, the atmosphere has changed, as has the management. it seems to be spiralling into the depths. despite doing my absolute best, which has been good enough for them in the past, i've had verbal warnings about my performance and now i'm beginning to detest my job. it's causing me endless stress, anxiety and depression. i'm actively looking for other work, but with the recession i am finding it difficult - competition for jobs is much greater as is the availability of jobs. i have a variety of skills that could apply to various trades, but most of them are unproven - i.e. un-certified. i was going to start part-time studying with the open university, to get some of these skills proven. But when all this stress started, i put it on hold. At the moment i'm trying to decide whether to resign, i know that it can be a bad idea to to do this without having another job to go to, but i don't know what other options i have. it's not like i'll financially benefit from resigning as i am unable to claim things such as Income based Job-seekers Allowance due to my partners earnings being over the threshold. i am also unable to claim any contribution based benefits as my National Insurance credits maybe to low or only offer enough to claim for a limited time. and then there's the expense of X-mas to consider, despite having no children. it's also not viable for me to become a full time student as i do not really like the idea of burdening myself with student debt when i'm almost 30. i've thought about starting my own business, using my art, craft and design skills (which i don't currently use in my job) but i am limited by space to do so and not sure this is a good idea with the recession and the possibility of not making any profit from such a business until after the 1st year. i'm feeling rather frazzled by all of this and am unsure of the best option for me. all advice will be appreciated.GEORGE, I'M NOT A STUDENT!! more

Resolved Question: what kind of license do i need to start my own jewelry making business on ebay and etsy?

please be specific. i will be selling some homemade craft, etc. where can i apply for these licenses and how much would it cost? if you are in california and doing etsy and ebay, i would really appreciate it. thanks so much everyone. more

Resolved Question: Name for my beading business?

Name for my beading business? i'd like to start selling some of my beaded crafts(bracelets, earrings and glass ornaments covered with a seed bead netting are mainly what i'm thinking) and i need some help deciding on a name. i use a lot of seed beads, crystals, crystal pearls, freshwater pearls and semi-precious stones in my pieces and i try to appeal to the older teens on up. my stuff tends to be more classic and elegant. ALC is my initials ;) which one appeals to you more- ALC Designs ALC Jewels ALC Crafts or if you have another suggestion, that would be fine too! thanks so much for any feed back! more

Resolved Question: Are there any psp games like star craft?

Are there any psp games like star craft? Where you can build buildings, hire people to fight.. It doesn't matter if it's in the past or future, as long as the gameplay is almost the same.. OR a psp game that's like rollercoaster tycoon.. dont say thrillville cause i alrdy played em and they wer aight. I jus want the same gameplay.. like starting a business and tryin to makin it big and get rich.. more

Resolved Question: Is my career plan in Education a good move?

I am 19 years old and I have always loved working with children. I love reading, the outdoors, crafts, and many other "kid friendly" things. Everyone in my family always comments on how good I am with kids, and that I should look into being a teacher. At the moment I am in a difficult financial situation, and I do not want want to have to pay off a ton of student loans and put myself farther in debt. However recently I found an accredited program with transferable credits that would allow me to get my associates degree in Early Childhood Education, at a very affordable cost. I would also be able to get my CDA certificate. My long term goal would be to start my own small home run day care and include tutoring, and in the summer do a "summer school" program. My aunt had an in home daycare for 30+ years so I feel I already know a lot about the business. I would also take CPR and a health and safety course. Is this a good career move?I just want to clarify that I am not willing to put myself much farther into debt, and I have no one to co-sign on anything. more

Resolved Question: What is the best way to present your product to a business for resale?

I just started making these beautiful lighted wine bottles...my website is www.vineyardilluminations.com and I had my first craft show this weekend and it went GREAT!! Everyone loved these bottles and said how beautiful they were. What is the procedure to get your product in a store for display to sell? more

Resolved Question: can i tow a small trailer with a 93 Toyota Tercel?

or should i consider buying an old beat up minivan/station wagon? i just started a new business of selling childrens' books and need car space (that my little Toyota doesnt have) to haul books to craft shows every weekend. budget is very limited. ideas? more

Resolved Question: Can you help me with a name for my craft business?

I am starting a business where kids would come in to my shop and do craft projects, painting, pottery, skits, etc. I want to teach the kids about art and have them enjoy what the arts. It will be a shop where kids can come as a family or as a b-day party. I am really struggling with names right now and need your help. I would like a one to two word name. There is a place called Jeepers that is like a play-place for kids that I thought was soo cute! We also have a ministry called Reach World Ministries with an olive tree as the logo. They really won't be connected but I would like the name or logo to be something of a tree. Thank you so much for all your help! more