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How Long Do You Need to Save Those Tax Files?

by Christopher Null on May 3, 2011

April 15 has come and gone, the taxes are filed, the checks are written, and you’re finally kicking back with a glass of Sauvignon Blanc to plot the year ahead. …

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When to Hire a Life Coach — And What The Heck Do They Do?

by Gil Zeimer on April 27, 2011

Do you call a life coach to navigate life’s challenges or help with career issues? Does a life coach help you understand your goals, how to reach them, and prioritize …

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To Megan Hargroder, Social Media Is All About Conversations

by Joe Greek on April 25, 2011

The recession hit many young college graduates especially hard as they were left wondering how and why their anticipated careers and dreams could have vanished so prematurely. Yet, there are …

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Mindflash CEO Donna Wells on the Future of Employee Training

by Susan Johnston on April 22, 2011

Ten years ago, “employee training” often meant a conference room filled with bored employees watching a PowerPoint presentation or participating in lame “trust-building” exercises. Not anymore. Companies like Mindflash are …

Should You Test Your Employees For Drugs?

by Kevin Casey on April 18, 2011

Workplace drug screening can be a touchy topic. Sure, you want your employees to be healthy and productive. But if you’re not careful you might break their trust — and …

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Dr. Henry Cloud on “Necessary Endings”

by Joe Greek on April 14, 2011

For many entrepreneurs and small business owners, the mere thought of ending a relationship with an employee, product line, or a less-than-productive business strategy is a taboo subject often associated …

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Commerce Sec. Gary Locke on Small Business, Taxes, and Saving Money

by Gary Locke on April 11, 2011

The Intuit Small Business Blog is pleased to present a guest post from Gary Locke, the United States Secretary of Commerce. Since Day One of the Obama administration, the empowerment …

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Small Business Health Insurance: Understanding HSAs and HRAs

by Gil Zeimer on April 7, 2011

Both Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) or Health Reimbursement Arrangements Accounts (HRAs) can save you money on health insurance. But which is the best choice for your small business? To determine the …

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Does Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker’s Management Style Work?

by Lorna Collier on March 31, 2011

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker hit headlines nationwide recently with his tough stance against public employee unions — legislation he pushed through despite massive public protests against it. Regardless of what …

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How to Keep Your Business Running After a Natural Disaster

by Gil Zeimer on March 30, 2011

Earthquakes. Fires. Floods. Tornadoes. Hurricanes. Power outages. Tsunamis. No matter where you live, some kind of natural disaster can probably strike at any time, resulting in serious unscheduled downtime for …

B Lab Pushes For Legal Recognition Of Socially Responsible Corporations

by Joe Greek on March 25, 2011

Today, there are few safeguards in place for investors and consumers to distinguish the socially responsible business apart from the company that simply markets itself in a better light than …

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For This Teenpreneur, Running a Jewelry Business is a “Snap”

by Susan Johnston on March 22, 2011

Maddie Bradshaw came up with the idea for Snap Caps and M3 Girl Designs when she was 10 years old. Now 15, Maddie teamed up with her mom and 11-year-old …

The Business Guys that Try to “Keep Austin Weird”

by Vanessa Richardson on March 16, 2011

Where did “Keep Austin Weird” come from? While the term’s origin is unclear (and could date back decades), the term was adopted as a campaign slogan in 2002 by Steve …

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