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Be A Better Boss
The growth and success of your small business is directly impacted by the quality of your employees. Whether you manage one employee or 10, you can become a better boss by following these guidelines.

Tap Your Strengths In Tough Times
Gas prices keep going up. Credit is tightening. Home values are slumping. Consumers are cutting back spending. Learn how to tap into the traits that made you a successful entrepreneur.
 
Work Faster!
You can’t add more hours to your day. But you can work faster by tapping into these small-business resources.
 
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7 Ways To Cut Marketing Costs
How can you cut marketing costs without jeopardizing new business development – and still get the most results out of your marketing dollars? Try these seven ideas.

Recession Tips For Retailers
Consumers have a new mindset. It’s called recession. So how can small retailers keep customers coming to the shop during these rough economic times?

Market More In A Downturn
The slumping economy is weighing heavy on small-business owners. Maybe you’ve noticed.

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When To Fire A Customer
“The customer is always right.” No doubt you’ve heard this mantra many times before. But is it true? Many management experts are beginning to question its wisdom and actually recommend that companies fire some of their customers.

Soothe Employee Jitters
As the economy gets shakier, your employees might, too. How do you know if your workers have the job jitters?

Are Gas Costs Pinching Your Profits?
If the cost of energy is eating away at your profits, don’t feel alone. Big businesses and small businesses alike are spending more on gasoline.

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Is It Marketing Or Advertising?
To be successful, you need to understand not only the differences between them, but also how to use each one effectively in your business.

Is Your Mail Safe At Your Home Office?
Just because you work from a home doesn’t mean your business mail has to arrive at your doorstep. In fact a private mailbox, with either the U.S. Postal Service or a commercial mail center, could be a business benefit worth exploring.

Blogging For Business: 8 Tips
Blogs are becoming an integral part of the marketing mix for many small-business owners.

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