LOOKING FOR THE NEXT BILL GATES

Russell Cleveland, founder and principal shareholder of RENN Capital Group, Inc., has been in the investment business since 1961. A former strategist for Kidder Peabody (prior to its being bought by General Electric), he has spent much of the last 30 years in what he terms “emerging growth companies” — those that are public but also have venture capital.   »

CONTROL FREAK-ITIS

Imagine what it would be like if you could run a Profitable six, seven or eight-figure business and enjoy as much freedom as you desire? For many, the moment you decide to grow your business you simultaneously think of all the hard work ahead. You begin to question the dream and wonder if it ‘s really worth it. »

CASH STRAPPED & COURT BOUND

When Wendy Martin’s rental home blew up, she never thought surviving the explosion would be the easy part. Although litigation against her landlord was pending, Wendy quickly found herself unable to meet basic living expenses. The blast rendered her homeless and destroyed all of her belongings. With no place to go, it appeared as if she was completely out of options. »

CLICK SOMEWHERE ELSE

There are tons of resources available that will teach you how to make money on the Internet. Heck, I’ve written tutorials like that myself. But, perhaps it’s easier to demonstrate what to do, with a lesson on what not to do. This article will teach you how to drive visitors away from your website screaming, “Get me outta here!” If you prefer being alone with your website and don’t want all those pesky visitors bothering you, then follow the guidelines below and you’ll get rid of them quick as a blink. »

GOING COMMERCIAL

Your W-2s have arrived and with them comes the annual marital tension. The two of you made a decent income in 2007 but, once again, there’s little to show for it. If you’re the “saver” in the mar-riage, you’re glowering at your new-car-buying, Starbucks-swilling, iTunes-downloading spouse. If you’re the “spendthrift,” you’re deflecting her righteous indignation with a defensive “What? I’m not allowed to have any fun?” »

MIND BODY & SOUL

Imagine dropping the car off at the mechanic, running to the bank, picking up your dry cleaning and stopping at FedEx to ship your favorite niece’s birthday present all before 9:00am! That’s a hectic schedule, but finding the time and place to unwind can be the cause of even more stress. Luckily Dana Smith-Rogers, founder of Spiritual Essence Yoga, is clear on how to get you to really relax and find your center without you even leaving the comfort of your own home. »