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Get Out There! The Power of Vulnerability

Letting yourself become more vulnerable is easy, terrifying, and wonderful. Learn how a recent TED talk totally changed my outlook.

15 Easy, Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Dessert Recipes

Slow cookers do dessert, too? As conveniently and deliciously as they cook everything else. The only downside of these recipes is the wait.

Frugal Oscar Party Ideas

Trying to imitate Hollywood luxury can make your Oscars-watching party cost the same as a big-budget film. Here's how to celebrate for less.

10 Dumb Little Productivity Killers You Need to Stop Doing Today

Wondering what happened to your productivity? You frittered it away in these 10 dumb little ways. Learn how to get back on task — and stay there.

6 Tips for Running Your Business: Lessons From 2 Failed Restaurateurs

Is it possible that one of the reasons the restaurant business is so hard to succeed in, is because some new restaurant owners lack business sense? Possibly. In examining this angl

Negotiating Your Next Sale: Finding the Best Compromise

Negotiation has been described as the art of compromise: if two people, or businesses, are negotiating, it's very rare that they can both walk away with everything they want. Wh

Energy Star Office Equipment for Your Small Business

Energy Star-rated appliances are popular for homes because they can offer more energy efficiency than the alternatives. You can get similar benefits for the office by choosing E

4 Signs You Need a CFO

Hiring a CFO is one of the most important decisions a CEO or business owner can make. Here are a few of the signs you need to bring a finance executive onboard.

Tax Rules You Should Know About for 2011

There is an enormous amount of uncertainty about federal taxes for 2010 and 2011. Amid this uncertainty, there are some new rules that will take effect in 2011.

How to Raise Money on “Crowdfunding” Sites

Crowdfunding enable entrepreneurs in artisanal and creative businesses to collect small donations from friends, family, and acquaintances to bring a project to fruition.

5 Year-End Actions to Improve Your Business

These tax deductions won't just save you money; they'll help your business grow.

How to Build a Great Reputation from Scratch

A good reputation is a small business's best asset. Acquiring one when starting out requires creative thinking and a little hard work.

Can a Robot Called Digit Really Help You Save More?

Saving is hard, even for regular readers of Wise Bread. A new smartphone app aims to make setting money aside easier than ever. Here's what it's like.

5 Cheap and Easy Metabolic Boosters

If you need to get slim fast, skip the sketchy pills or drinks. Try one of these proven, safe, and cheap ways to kickstart your metabolism.

State and Local Tax Surprises for Your Small Business

Finally coming to terms with your Federal taxes? Watch out for these state and local tax situations.

3 Scary Truths about Multi-Tasking (and 5 Ways to Stop)

How can you, "Do one thing. Do it well," when you're doing twenty things at once?

5 Ways to Stop Stunting Your Growth

Are you restraining your company's growth?

4 Free Tools To Increase Your Website Conversions

Visitors are visiting your site, but sales aren't as robust as you'd like. Try these free tools to tweak the user experience and generate more conversions.

How to Communicate Effectively

In the age of too much communication, getting your voice heard means keeping your messages clear, simple and direct.

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