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Posted by ArmadaIG under Strategy
From http://www.bnet.com 6119 days ago
Made Hot by: on February 23, 2008 7:02 pm

Mitch Anderson was an electronic engineer who started an online computer parts company, LaptopsForLess.com, which filled a cataloging niche that his large corporate competitors were unable to fill. The ingenuity of his business enabled Anderson to sell his company and retire at the age of 37, when he launched a new career in filmmaking and DVD dis Read More

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Businesses Find Case for Social Responsibility

Posted by Shelly under Strategy
From http://www.marketingcharts.com 6120 days ago
Made Hot by: on February 22, 2008 6:21 pm

Companies are viewing corporate social responsibility (CSR) as a growth opportunity rather than a regulatory-compliance or philanthropic issue, with 68% of firms surveyed focused on generating revenue through CSR activities, according to a study (pdf) by IBM.

Moreover, 54% of those surveyed said CSR initiatives are already giving the Read More

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Time for small businesses to hunker down

Posted by jnelson under Strategy
From http://www.usatoday.com 6121 days ago
Made Hot by: on February 21, 2008 7:42 am

Millions of U.S. small businesses — especially in the retail, business-services and housing industries — could be vulnerable if a recession strikes on top of the housing slump and credit crunch.

Small businesses are closely watching their financials, their customers' buying habits and other signs of where their companies and the U.S. economy m Read More

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Goal Setting For the Procrasintating Go-Getter

Posted by digitalsmash under Self-Development
From http://www.betterforbusiness.com 6123 days ago
Made Hot by: on February 18, 2008 11:08 pm

No one ever said owning a business would be easy. The title of being an entrepreneur isn't something that you should take lightly. It takes a special kind of person to achieve entrepreneur-status, and an even better one to maintain it. I believe one of the biggest factors in my own success has been my ability to set goals. Read More

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8 Best Ways to Get Power: Master Them to Negotiate Everything You Want

Posted by jensthang under Self-Development
From http://www.thenegotiationguru.com 6125 days ago
Made Hot by: on February 17, 2008 11:48 pm

Powerful tips on how to get the power you have always wanted. Useful and practical strategies to help improve your negotiation. Read More

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From Porter's Five Forces to the Permeable Corporation: A New Business Model

Posted by ArmadaIG under Strategy
From http://www.bmighty.com 6126 days ago
Made Hot by: on February 17, 2008 5:52 pm

Web 2.0 efficiencies disrupt old business models by reducing manufacturing and investment costs and decentralizing information. It's time for the permeable corporation, where success depends upon cooperation and interaction. Read More

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The Resume, Rebooted: A Look at Web-Enabled Job Hunting - ReadWriteWeb

Posted by Aaronontheweb under Human Resources
From http://www.readwriteweb.com 6127 days ago
Made Hot by: on February 14, 2008 8:20 pm

From the page: "Traditional resumes are boring. They become stale and out-of-date, they can't really showcase your work or achievements, and they end up just sitting in the bottom of someone's inbox. A paper resume, while professional, doesn't really let an employer get to know you. Many sites are trying to solve the problems of traditional re Read More

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Finding the best broker for your business

Posted by blueenergy under Strategy
From http://money.cnn.com 6128 days ago
Made Hot by: on February 14, 2008 4:38 pm

Finding the right business broker, investment banker or advisor is a crucial part of a successful exit strategy. But there are a number of complex issues to examine when seeking the right professional. It starts with interviewing your prospects. First, determine their industries of expertise. Brokers who operate primarily in real estate transa Read More

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Small businesses going green

Posted by luckycharmer under Management
From http://www.delawareonline.com 6131 days ago
Made Hot by: on February 14, 2008 3:32 am

Small-business owners are starting to embrace the kind of "green" values that typically are associated with far larger companies and a far greater investment of time and money, taking small-but-earnest steps for the cause of conservation.

In some cases, ecologically conscientious entrepreneurs are even finding that "green" sensibilities are Read More

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Retirement plans for small businesses

Posted by TimJustus under Employee Benefits
From http://www.nydailynews.com 6129 days ago
Made Hot by: on February 13, 2008 6:05 pm

Many small business owners don't offer retirement plans, wary of the costs. But they can be worthwhile investments that help attract and retain employees, while offering tax benefits for companies.

Fees have come down in recent years, the result of increased competition among retirement plan management companies. Business owners should also kee Read More