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The How, When, and Why of Extending Trade Credit

Deciding how, when, and to whom you extend credit, is just one part of an overall credit and accounts receivable management system.

Telecommuting Is Not Just an HR Perk

Economic, environmental, and continuity of operations demands suggest that telecommuting is more than an HR perk.

Shop Like a Ninja on eBay

From misspelling search terms to last-minute bidding, learn the tricks of shopping like a ninja on eBay.

How to Create a PR Crisis Strategy Before You Need It

The day you realize that you need a crisis strategy is usually the day you have a crisis.

What You Need to Know About Filing an Insurance Claim After a Natural Disaster

When your home is a casualty of natural disaster, know what steps to take immediately with your insurance company.

10 Affordable Kids' Gifts That Won't Rot Their Brains

Give a kid an "educational" toy and it'll soon migrate to the bottom of the toy box. Try these toys and games that are fun first and smart second.

How to Focus on Your Ideal Customer

Small businesses need to create a persona of their ideal customer — not average, but ideal — so they have an actual living, breathing person in mind to target.

The Ads That Are Part of Your Life

From the do-everything guys of Dos Equis and Old Spice to Snickers' hunger alter-egos, do you find yourself reciting these popular ad campaigns?

5 Things Successful Savers Do

People who save a lot of money share a lot of the same habits. Start saving more by doing as they do.

Make the Most of Your Local Chamber of Commerce

From advertising to networking, your Chamber of Commerce can offer your business scores of benefits...if you're a member.

10 Reasons Why Apple Is Still on a Tear

Apple is once again red hot and primed for more growth in 2015. Find out what's driving Apple's success today.

How to Hold onto Talent When You Can’t Afford Raises

Recent economic improvements may have your employees expecting raises this year. But what if you can't afford them?

5 Ways to Avoid Buying Electronics You'll Regret

The gadget market moves fast, so it's easy to get caught up and click "buy." Avoid buyer's remorse by choosing quality and value, first.

Flashback Friday: 45 Brilliant Career Tips for Introverts

Society is made to reward extroverts, but there are ways for introverts to become amazingly successful, too.

8 Ways to Spend Your Last-Minute Health Care FSA Funds

The deadline to spend your Flexible Spending Account health care funds is approaching. Some of these qualifying purchases may surprise you.

Flashback Friday: 137 Ways to Make This the Best Halloween Yet

Make Halloween 2017 the most spook-tacular trick-or-treating holiday ever.

Writing Off Losses on Your Taxes

Paying less in taxes can help take some of the sting out of business losses...as long as you meet the requirements.

Unusual Ideas to Save an Extra $100 a Month

A C-note saved is a C-note earned. Try these out-of-the-box saving ideas and watch your capital grow!

3 Things to Consider Before Launching a Groupon Campaign

Do your homework before launching a Groupon campaign. If you don't, a social media money-maker may become a social media monster.

10 Signs You Shouldn't Be a Business Owner

Don't let these ten traits of highly ineffective people keep you and your business from succeeding.