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5 Mega Companies and Their Founding Facts (and Myths)

It's easy to be drawn to real-life success stories, but occasionally, some stories become embellished. Here are five companies that have amazing founding stories, with a few myths

Taking Your Invoicing and Accounts Receivable Management Online

Online invoicing and A/R management services allow you to speed up collections and reduce administrative costs.

11 Business Lessons from the Heart

Everyone makes mistakes when starting a business. Save yourself some time and learn from mine.

Did You Win or Lose Today?

It's difficult to tell whether or not your business is doing well if you're not using the right metrics.

The Silver Bullet of Cash Flow

There is one sure-fire way to get funding when you start your business: Get paying customers.

5 Recurring Charges to Reconsider

From switching your phone service to going partially paperless and more, learn how you can drastically cut recurring costs in your office.

6 SEM Strategies Guaranteed to Go Wrong

Boosting your ranking in search results can boost your bottom line. Trying to do it the wrong way can harm your page rank -- and your business.

How to Write a Business Plan

When creating a business plan, stop worrying about the final product and stay focused on the process.

Target Your Hiring for Targeted Tax Credits

Small businesses planning to add to their payrolls can trim the cost by hiring the right people.

5 Things to Know about Cash Balance Plans

For small businesses looking to attract and reward talented employees, Cash Benefit Plans can be an attractive addition to the familiar 401(k).

5 Reasons to Keep a Work Diary

How was work yesterday? What about yesterday last year? Keep a work diary to track your hits and your misses and gain valuable perspective on your career or business.

7 Ways to Self-Promote without Selling Out

You can't afford to wait for clients and customers to notice you. But you can't afford to alienate them with questionable pitches, either.

What to Know about Subleasing Office Space

For a home business outgrowing the home office, but not quite ready to move out alone, sub-leasing can be a good alternative.

4 Ways To Reduce Business Travel Expenses

Learn to reduce business travel expenses, and you can save your company money and increase the bottom line.

8 Ways to a Healthier Workday

Long hours in the office chair can lead to serious health risks. Take these steps to prevent your workday from harming you in body and soul.

Use a Business Budget Checklist to Capture Fleeing Cash

This year, resolve to take charge of your business spending.

The Capital One Platinum Prestige Credit Card Offers Value Instead of Perks

The Capital One Platinum Prestige card drops the usual rewards card bells and whistles and offers a simple, no fee, low APR credit product.

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Ask the Readers: Do You Have Yard Sales?

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Ask the Readers: Who Is Your Personal Finance Role Model?

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