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Doing Due Diligence on Contractors: Where to Start

A good contractor can make all the difference in the world. Unfortunately, so can a bad one. You need to choose your contractor with due diligence.

Do Fools Rush in where Angels Fear to Tread?

With new business starts at an all time high, you'd think shopping for good investments would be easier. But private investors aren't going there.

Best Money Tips: Save Money While You Sleep

Today we found some great articles on saving money while you sleep, strategies to pay for college, and how to afford gourmet food every day.

5 Site Metrics Every Small Business Should Track

If you're not paying attention to your site analytics, your business is leaving money on the table. Here are the most important metrics that you'll want to track.

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The Lifetime Value of a Customer

The lifetime value of a customer is a valuable tool for measuring the contribution a customer makes to the bottom line and a useful basis for developing marketing strategies.

10 Travel "Must-Haves" That You Can Live Without

Traveling can be so much more fun when you pack light. From guidebooks to gizmos, learn how to deal without these travel "necessities."

Good Press: 6 Steps to Writing Killer Op-Eds and Commentaries

Don't get caught in a press-release rut; behold the power of the op-ed.

5 Career Tactics That Are Actually Holding You Back

We all want to impress the boss and get ahead (or at least get a raise). Make sure your efforts at advancement aren't actually pushing you back.

How to Get Exercise During the Day

Exercise can help you wake up, calm down, and get focused; but it can be hard to schedule. Learn how to fit your workout into your work day.

The Recession Glossary

Insource? Bleisure? Double-dip? The recession has generated a lot of new terms. Learn what they all mean in this recession glossary.

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13 Halloween Drink Recipes to Scare Up Good Times

For a Halloween filled with scares, sweets, and liquids treats, try these festive drink recipes, featuring both kid-friendly options and more adult sips.

Is Your Summer Internship Program Legal?

Unfortunately, summer interns aren't short-term, low-cost administrative assistants.

Deciding What You Want Out of Retirement

Many Americans aren't prepared, financially or otherwise, for retirement. Make these key decisions now, and retire easily later.

Webcam Etiquette: Tips from the Other Side of the Conference Call

The webcam sees all. Follow these tips for your next video conference.

3 Smart Investments for Greater Productivity

Three key business investments you should make before you buy a bunch of new computers and software.

Haircuts to Dentistry and More: Get Low-Cost Services From Students

Want to spend less on haircuts, massages, car repairs, or even dentistry? You can. Just visit a training school.

A Secured Card with Rewards: Navy Federal Credit Union nRewards Secured Credit Card

Service members can qualify for an exclusive secured credit card that offers rewards.

Wanna Make More Money? Make Your Employees Happy

Happy employees are productive employees. So what makes them happy?