ALL ABOUT BUSINESS
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August 2012 -
The global markets offer opportunities for all businesses. Creating a brand that is recognized is a process that requires planning. Here are tips on how to go about making your business a global brand.
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July 2012 -
What can individuals and companies do to protect their reputation on the internet?
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June 2012 -
How can a company access opportunities in the marketplace? One option is having your company certified as a minority- or women-owned enterprise, if applicable.
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May 2012 -
About 27 percent of employees telecommute at some point in a year. Employers should decide on policies before the first employee can be sent home to work. Here are some key areas for management to consider.
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April 2012 -
Social goals are secondary or ignored for most businesses, but they are the primary focus of new "social businesses." These for-profit companies exist to solve a social problem, but must sustain themselves financially.
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March 2012 -
Blockbuster, Palm, Sears, Blackberry, Avon, and Kodak -- large companies, once leaders, are now in decline. Even small businesses can learn from their mistakes. Let's consider innovation, courage, cashing out/greed, and investments.
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February 2012 -
Gratuities, kickbacks, tips, commissions, sweetheart deals-—you may be treading on a minefield that could land you in legal trouble, if you don’t know the law about doing business abroad.
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January 2012 -
Unlike public companies, private-held companies often select insiders such as key employees, family members, friends and investors for their boards. However, "outside” directors can have many advantages.
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December 2011 -
You may not be a Bernie Madoff, but you might end up with a securities violation if you don't raise money for your company the right way. Here's info on registering or obtaining an exemption when selling securities to raise capital.
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November 2011 -
Tips are presented for determining the price a business should be, and for obtaining funding for its purchase.
