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The Platt Retail Institute, in its January quarterly report, predicted a slow economy this year, and the Commerce Department reinforced the prediction yesterday with its report of flat retail sales in January. "Most...

I don´t know anyone who doesn´t begin reviewing the past year right about now. Of course, it has to do with performance, year-end reports, financial statements, presenting to the board of director´s, partners,...

Christmas 2006 may not be as merry as retailers would like it to be, according to an analysis by Platt Retail Institute following the release of third quarter numbers. First of all, Platt...

For business owners wanting to launch disability-hiring programs the challenge can be daunting. Is there enough support? Do you have time? Will your customers and staff suffer in any way? As with any...

Thirty-four Percent of All Small Firms are Raising Prices, Confirming Inflation Concerns The National Federation of Independent Business´ Chief Economist William Dunkelberg issued the following statement today in response to the release of...

After a decade (and for some of us, longer) online, we know all about Netiquette, right? Don't use all caps in your subject line (or, God forbid, the body of an email message)....

I have discovered over the years that interviewing is an art form. Sometimes you are able to find out a lot about a person from an interview. Other times, you think you have...

It has been a part of discussions that I have had with friends that older Americans are going to find it harder and harder to thrive working for someone else. Because of downsizing,...