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Lynn Truong

I spent four years working in advertising and marketing at big corporate companies. Decided to join in on the online publishing craze and never looked back.

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10 Ways to Save Time by Spending Time

Just like the adage you have to spend money to make money, it’s just as true that sometimes you have to spend time to save time. But when do we know if a time investment will have a high ROI?

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Career and Income, Productivity

The 2-Pronged Strategy for Postrecession Success

What strategies can businesses use to help them survive a recession with enough health to thrive when times get better?

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Entrepreneurship, Small Business Resource Center

16 Best Mobile Shopping Apps For Your Phone

If you're a savvy shopper with a smart phone, you're in luck. Instead of running from store to store comparing prices, you can do so right from your phone. Check out these great shopping apps for your iphone, android, and blackberry.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Shopping, Technology

How to Choose an Accountant for Your Small Business

The role of an accountant doesn't have to be limited to tax preparation. He can be a valuable adviser for your business year round. Here are some things your accountant should be involved in for your small business.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Entrepreneurship, Small Business Resource Center, Taxes

Marketing to Women: Who's Doing It Right and Who's Not

Few companies have responded to women’s needs, even if this could mean more sales and access to an increasingly influential market.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Consumer Affairs, Small Business Resource Center

5 Reasons Fighter Brands Fail

A successful fighter campaign may eliminate the competition and open a new, lower-end market for the company, but the consequences of a failed fighter brand can ruin its parent company.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Entrepreneurship, Small Business Resource Center

Free and Cheap Stock Photos

Need great images to go with your blog posts? Here are 12 places to get free or cheap stock photos.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Technology

17 More Places to Buy, Sell, and Trade Books

A few weeks ago, Sasha wrote a great article about where to find books for less. The post generated so much discussion and suggestions I had to dig into it some more. Here are 17 more places to buy, sell, or trade books.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Education & Training, Shopping

The New Frugality: Consume Less, Save More, Live Better

Last week on Patt Morrison I heard Chris Farrell talking about "The New Frugality" and the trend towards a sustainable lifestyle. I felt this topic was extremely relevant for us at Wise Bread.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Personal Finance, Lifestyle

5 Benefits of a Task Management System

I'm trying yet another task management system and I think I've found a keeper. I've been on a search for quite some time, and while many people have strong opinions on their favorite apps, the best one for you serves your needs and not others.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Productivity, Technology

10 Healthy Things to Eat and Drink in the New Year

Here are 10 of the most healthy (and tasty) foods to start eating (or eat more of) in the new year.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Food and Drink

Netbooks Guide: How to Buy the Best New Netbook

Netbooks are all the rage right now, and it’s easy to see why. They’re light, cheap (relatively), and have a long battery life.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Shopping, Technology

How to Shop Online Safely

Black Friday officially rang in the holiday shopping season and today is Cyber Monday, the day when retailers offer big sales online. However, with the uptake in online shopping, so does online crime.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Consumer Affairs, Shopping

The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs

I've been to a lot of conferences and sat through a lot of bad presentations. But on a few rare occasions I'd sit in on a spectacular one. It wasn't just informative, but engaging, inspiring, and entertaining.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Career and Income

7 Ways to Get the Best Fall and Holiday Travel Deals

This year especially, traveling will be easier on the wallet. If you're planning to get away in the next few months, here are some tips to get the best travel deals.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Shopping, Travel

Book Review: Secrets of a Stingy Scoundrel

Phil Villarreal's new book is hilarious. Seriously, his snarky wit will cause many laugh out loud moments — not something you want to be reading during a conference call or in a public bathroom.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Frugal Living

10 Myths About Employee Incentive Programs

Employee incentive programs are popular, if only because they are prolific. Though conventional wisdom tells us otherwise, many will argue that these programs are not just ineffective, they are detrimental.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Entrepreneurship, Small Business Resource Center

50 Best Deals and Coupon Sites

Coupon users are no longer scrooges but sages, wisely spending by saving. Here are a list of 50 great deals and coupon sites dedicated to serving savvy shoppers like you.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Shopping

Museum Day September 25, 2010: Free Admission This Saturday only!!

This Saturday, September 26, hundreds of museums and cultural venues are participating in Museum Day.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Freebies

Beyond Budgeting: Pocketsmith Helps You Forecast

There are many financial tools and services that help you track your spending and stick to your budgets. PocketSmith is a new contender with a twist. While it does track your spending, it focuses on forecasting.

by: Lynn Truong | channel: Personal Finance, Budgeting

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