November 2002

Character Sketch
What are your salespeople made of? If they have the following traits, you're in good shape.
Under the Radar?
You may be big enough to have to play by some rules, but too small for others. How do you know just what's applicable?

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Tech's Appeal
As tempting as technology is, your employees can only handle so much of it.
Management Buzz 11/02
Why understanding your tech employees is important; a building that inspires invigorating interchanges
Why You Need Competitive Intelligence
Competitive intelligence should be moving up your list of entrepreneurial priorities.
"I'll Huff, and I'll Puff . . ."
Hang on, little piggies! Tax auditors are getting ready to aim their big, bad breath at business tax shelters.
Why Should <I>You</I> Take the Fall?
A big client's bankruptcy shouldn't mean life or death for your business. Insure yourself with a UCC filing.
Money Buzz 11/02
The SBA expands its express pilot loan program, the benefits of a "stretch" IRA and more
There's No Hiding It
All the cool companies are expensing their options. Can your business survive without that extra earnings padding?
Take a Closer Look
They may be stylish, but are oversized LCD panels worth the price? Here's the flat-out truth.
Gear 11/02
Fast backup via a CD recorder; presentations made easy with this PowerPoint projector
Tech Buzz 11/02
Why you might consider limiting the use of pop-ups on your site; unlimited long distance from landline companies
Sending the Very Best
If you want to click with your customers using e-mail ads, be sure you're sending the right message.
Hot Disks 11/02
Recreating your old computer's settings on your new PC, backup made easy and more
Unhappy Trails
Keeping your private communications secure isn't as easy as you might think.
Next of Kiln
A re-registered trademark passes a beloved name in pottery on to a new generation of fans.
Give It Here!
Even in the holiday homestretch, finding the right gift for everyone on your business's list doesn't have to put you in the red.
Keep It Moving
Just because you're on the road and out of the office doesn't have to mean your productivity will suffer.
Now Hiring
There comes a time when every start-up entrepreneur just can't do it alone anymore. Is it time to find your first employee?
e-Biz Revisited
The Internet is responsible for some of the most spectacular failures in business history. What will make you different?
Starting a Sports or Recreation Business
If you love sports and want to start a business, why not combine the two?
Getting Together
There's no better way to share opportunities than with a networking group.
Fair Trade
Even the age-old practice of bartering is looking a lot different after Enron.
Please Don't Go
Turnover isn't necessarily a fact of life. Learn to keep your employees in the fold.
Get to Sleep
For some business owners, sleep is a privilege. Can your business wait 'til morning?
New School
Entrepreneurship is setting its own curriculum at one innovative high school.
Back 2 B2B
Did our B2B utopia die in the dotcom disaster, or can we still do it all better online?
Sinking Feeling
Is the once-unstoppable U.S. economy following Japan's into the depths?
Bi-Coastal Business
Is it possible to be in two places at once? Maybe, if you're planning your own business.
Hot Couture
Fresh, new faces on the fashion scene try the business side of designing on for size.
Notions in Motion
Itching to turn an idea into reality? You've got to answer the call and take charge to make it happen.
Presents of Mind
How an entrepreneur's thoughtful creation grew to become the hip gift that just keeps on giving
Personal Touches
Pique viewers' curiosity with a peek into people's lives. Why not try a personality profile?
Fame and Fortune
A campaign starring a celebrity spokesperson could be the ticket to off-the-chart marketing success.
Don't Be Silly!
Quit wasting time jumping around to close a deal. You have to learn the art of selling smart.
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