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Why Google's Privacy Changes Are Good for Advertisers
BY Jason Fell
If your small business advertises with the search giant, you may soon find that your placements are even more effective.
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Praise in the workplace can be a powerful motivator. The Esquire Guy teaches us how to do it right. Hint: No bear hugs.
The Power of Praise in Business -- and How to Do it Right
BY Ross McCammon
The Esquire guy gives a nod to the power of praise in the workplace -- and makes it clear there are lessons to be learned in both giving and receiving the proverbial pat on the back
How Your Business Can Last Longer than a Twinkie
BY Carol Tice
Kodak and Hostess may have landed in bankruptcy court, but you can avoid their fate. Here are four tips.
Snooki, 'Housewives' and the Reality of Celebrity Businesses
BY Diana Ransom
How 15 minutes of fame can lead to as many problems as opportunities.
When Networking, Vive la Difference?
BY Ivan Misner
Both men and women can benefit from better understanding gender-specific communication styles. Consider these tips to start you on your way to success in networking with the opposite sex for your business.
Understanding Google's New Page Layout Algorithm
BY Mikal E. Belicove
Where you place ads on your website now matters more than ever.
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Does Your Business Know When to Stop Selling?
BY Carol Tice
This week's upcoming 'Shark Tank' episode spotlights the importance of learning one often-overlooked overlooked skill: When to stop selling and close the deal.
10 Tech Trends Defining the Future of Small Business
BY Jonathan Blum
Technology companies are pushing innovative new products to market at light speed. Here's a look at how tech is defining the future of small business--today.
Why Chris Brogan Loves Google Plus
BY Chris Brogan
Google+ isn't just for networking anymore. Here are four ways to put it to work to amp up your revenues.
Online Sellers Brace for a New Tax Filing Requirement
BY Carol Tice
Some small businesses may need to declare added income on their 2011 returns. Here's what you need to know if do business on eBay or Etsy.
How 'Small Business' and 'Entrepreneur' Fare in State of the Union Addresses
BY Diana Ransom
Small businesses and entrepreneurs were mentioned just six times in Obama's speech. We examine how often past presidents have put them in the spotlight.
McDonald's Social-Media Lesson: Critics Tweet Back
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
The hamburger chain admits that its new Twitter campaign, designed to promote the farmers who supply its meat, didn't go exactly as planned.
A Guide for Using Mobile Devices When Traveling Abroad
BY Jonathan Blum
From roaming fees to pricey data plans, follow these tips to avoid getting a mobile bill that's more expensive than your airfare.
The 10 Ds of Creating a Social Media Use Policy
BY Mikal E. Belicove
Every business needs a social media use policy, and here's how to create one.Trending Topics
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