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Lots of businesses claim they're easy on the environment, or socially progressive. But how do customers know your claims are true? The answer: Become a B Corporation.
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Why You Should Reconsider Your Business Forecasting Strategy
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You need cash to meet payroll, cover overhead, pay suppliers, but if you're frequently short, maybe your business needs more of something other than cash.
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How Health Care Reform Will Impact Your Small Business
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The Dilemma of Entrepreneurial Decision-Making
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