Needs Vs. Wants

There are a lot of things you can spend money on, but do you really need it or just want it? Sorting all that stuff will help you figure out where your money is going and where you can save. … read more

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Meet BK Host Amanda

Follow me on a day on the set of Biz Kid$! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0xYOyOPjCE&feature=channel_page

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How Much Money?

0Have you ever wondered how much money you’d seriously make as a DJ or Zookeeper? Check out this site: http://www.kids.gov/6_8/6_8_careers.shtml They tell you about a heck of a lot of jobs, how to get them and how much money you … read more

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Got video? Send it to us!

Calling all Biz Kid$……we want to see VIDEOS of you running your business or social community project. Maybe you’ll end up in the show, on the website, or in our monthly newsletter. Send your videos (no longer than 3 minutes) … read more

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Poughkeepsie Teens

We were inspired by the stories of these Poughkeepsie teens who put their natural entrepreneurial talents to work helping others in the community. Read about them at: http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070916/NEWS07/709160321/1011

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Lighting the Biz Kid$ set:

Follow Intern Andy as he gives you a tour and explanation of BK’s lighting requirements: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5Uy47tLONU&feature=channel_page

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I’ve learned to think twice before spending money…

Before Biz Kid$, I used to blow my $$ on whatever I wanted, a new pair of jeans, a purse, movies, gas for my car. But now I think twice about everything I spend my $$ on. I never realized … read more

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A day in the life of intern Amy

Go behind-the-scenes on a Biz Kid$ set with intern Amy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89CROcDhXlk&feature=channel_page

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Are you an Inner-City CEO?

Last month I was at the Growing Up CEO conference in Boston, where inner-city young entrepreneurs from across the country came together to network, get mentored on their start-ups, and to learn a few tricks from the experts. What an … read more

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They Were Just Like You

Check out this inspirational video about well-known brands launched by college-age entrepreneurs. From Apple founder Steve Jobs, to Kevin Plank, the maker of Under Armor, the business people presented in this short music video reminded us that there’s no minimum … read more

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Skating Pays Off

NFIB and Visa USA named 18 year-old Henry Schwartz as 2007 Young Entrepreneur of the Year. Read more about Henry and the skate shop that he owns in Menomonie, WI, at: http://www.nfib.com/object/IO_33757.html

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From Rags to Riches

We love Rags to Riches, an online game that lets players tour the country as struggling musicians, trying to earn $5,000 before their tour is up. Players figure out the optimal cost for their concert tickets, write new songs to … read more

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