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The Basics of Starting a Home-Based Business
Everything you need to live, work and outsource from your couch

Is Offshoring Really the Best Option?
3 reasons why getting the most from U.S. employees may be a better strategy.

Extend Your Payables Window
Simple tips to help you leverage time and improve your cash flow

The Trade War That Wasn't
New restrictions on tire imports from China may not provoke the backlash expected.

Value + Simplicity = Success
The keys to success in business are old as time. Add value and keep it simple.

Save Money by Renegotiating Your Lease
Carefully consider the economic benefits to reach a win-win agreement.

Conventioneers. Remember Them?
Planning a convention or meeting in these post-AIG times.

The Importance of IT
Study shows small businesses plan to keep spending on hardware and software.

Can't Live With/Can't Live Without: Skype for Business
Skype lets you call, instant message, video call and conference with one piece of software at essentially no cost.

Green Goes Mainstream
It may be time for you to take a look at the sustainability of your business practices.

Look Before You Leap at Change
Ask these 8 crucial questions to make sure everyone's on board before you act.

Is it Time to Refinance?
Simple guidelines to help you decide

Candid Talk About Performance Evaluations
It's evaluation season--does any topic spark more debate between employees and managers?

My Planning's Off. What Now?
Here are 3 steps to take when your business plan doesn't match the actual.

Sustainability Increases Stockholder Value
New research indicates that sustainability can also equal profitability.

10 World-Changing Green Trends
Capitalize on these developments and boost your bottom line.

Strengthen Your Credit Policy Today
Keeping a close eye on accounts receivable is the best way to manage cash flow.

Importing Goods? Adhere to the Rules
Trade preferences can offer big duty savings, but mind the paperwork.

Training: Your Secret Weapon
This is one competitive advantage you can hide in plain sight.

Manage Debt Effectively
These tips can help you reduce costs and boost your cash flow.

Business Planning for the Rest of Us
Having a plan is about managing your company, not explaining it.

Spend Smart to Grow Smart
Don’t jump into expansion without making sure to cover your bases.

College Startups: Strip Down to the Essentials
Start small, with a basic idea and build from there.

I'll Have My Avatar Call Your Avatar
With Protosphere software, it's possible to have a meeting without actually...meeting.

How Does Your Business Rate?
Be mindful of these credit-score killers.

It's Not the Economy, Stupid
Take charge of your business with these 5 uncompromising tips.

Casting a Long Shadow
Find out how to make your organization look bigger than it really is with these tips.

Trusted Traders Affected by Enforcement Emphasis
Take these steps to ensure security of international imports and expedite processing.

Build an Effective Collection Strategy
Use these tips to maintain cash flow and keep your business solvent.

Turning a Green Business Into Gold
Reward follows risk and innovation for these eco-friendly businesses.