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When you spend so much time trying so survive day to day, it can be easy to forget why you started your small business in the first place.

Small business can literally be a heavy burden to bear. Here’s how to lose weight and boost your productivity in 2012.

Lots of small businesses had a tough year. But in too many cases, the biggest barrier to success isn't the economy -- it's your attitude.

You review your employees' performance, but do you review your own? The Evil HR Lady explains how and why small-business owners should master the art of self-criticism.

The rise of online services like Elance and Guru allow businesses to pay less -- sometimes MUCH less -- for a variety of services. But, as usual, there's a catch.

Nearly five years ago, I joined LInkedIn because it was a social networking site geared towards professionals. Today, it just feels like a glorified job board.

Personal branding isn't just for celebrities. Author and consultant Nick Nanton explains how to build your own brand -- without spending a fortune.

Holiday parties give you the opportunity to create a good impression, but they can also be your downfall. Here are some tips to help you shine at your next holiday party.

I met some amazing business leaders this year. Here are some of things they shared with me about what it takes to succeed at the top.

If you want to start a business, passion is a prerequisite. But the Future of Entrepreneurship Education (FEE) Summit showed that entrepreneurship education must also play a key role.

If you want spend your time more efficiently, you need to work on your productivity. Here's a quick and easy guide to making that happen.

Start thinking about how you're going to show your appreciation to your employees and colleagues. You can even avoid situations you might later regret.

This Thanksgiving, a lot of people will sneak a peek at their work email. And that's just fine.

These steps should increase your sales, boost your income if you’re on commission, and make your work as a retail sales pro more fulfilling.

Here are four ways to surround yourself with great leaders in your business and life -- while putting aside ego, jealousy, and a need for control.

If you’re new to retail sales, or if you want to be more successful this season than last, here are four tips that will make a difference.

When you understand your boss, you know how to be a more effective employee -- and increase your own job security.

Spotting a bad manager is the ultimate office survival skill. These six tips will help you decide what to do about it.

Entrepreneurs in the 2010s are poised for a comeback. And a lot of credit for that belongs to Generation Y, or what I call "Generation Entrepreneur."