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What's the best way to partner up with my spouse?
Answered by Elinor Robin
A1 For many co-preneurial couples, no part of life is separate from the other's; your financial, spiritual, professional and family lives are intertwined. Because of that …
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What permits or licenses do I need to open a branch in another state?
Answered by Nina Kaufman
If you plan to set up operations in another state, you will need to either form a totally new business entity in that state or "qualify" as a foreign (that is, out-of-state)...
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How do you court celebrities with your product?
Answered by Kim T. Gordon
A1 Well, that's the million dollar question, isn't it? Everyone wants celebrities to wear their products and, better yet, endorse them. You can approach an artist's stylist ...
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Should I give days off in exchange for weekend business travel?
Answered by Penny Morey
If your employees are exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act, this is a judgment call on your part. I say if because salaried does not necessarily mean that they are exempt…
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