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Business Circle
Tech Tools to Keep Organized Next Tax Season
Thanks to some savvy cloud-based services, handy apps and online bookkeeping tools you never have to worry about saving a paper trail.
Tax Center
5 Tax Mistakes that Startups Make
Get through tax time without a migraine or massive fines by avoiding these rookie tax blunders.
Growth Strategies
Reward Better: New Programs Let You Recognize Employees in Real Time
End-of-year fruit basket? Company coffee cup? Shelve old-school gifts next to the rolodexes and update your recognition program with LinkedIn badges or an array of online gift cards.
Growth Strategies
A Smarter Approach to Non-Disclosure Agreements
While non-disclosure agreements can help protect you, be careful about how you use them.
Growth Strategies
Safeguarding Your Brand? Avoid Intellectual Property Landmines
Your idea isn't the only thing that needs protection. Your name, your logo, your images and your sounds--are the intellectual property that makes your business your own.
Growth Strategies
Incorporating? Avoid these 5 Mistakes
Deciding when to put an Inc. at the end of your company name can seem like a big step, but those three letters can offer some precious protections.
Growth Strategies
Hiring a Lawyer: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
Getting the best counsel for your buck is a big step for every startup. Our experts suggest 5 ways to do it right.
Growth Strategies
Why Everyone on Your Team Should Leave Work Early Today
Companies that make time for fun and togetherness can build strong relationships and more productive teams.
Small Business Heroes
Need a Beer? These Ballpark Apps Are Changing How You Get One
You can order just about anything on your smartphone, so why are you stuck in line for nachos at the ballpark? These three startups keep you in your seat and concession stands hopping.