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Who Says Productivity Can't Be Cool?

Tuesday, August 02, 2011
by Samia S. Morgan

Who says productivity can't be cool?

Digital gadgets can boost your productivity and your "wow" quotient, Amber Singleton Riviere writes. She picks eight of her favorites, including a mouse that works like a multitouch screen and a universal charging station that's compatible with about 3,800 devices. GigaOm (7/14)

Why your numbers might not be worth a hill of beans

It's time to stop counting beans and start counting the things that really matter, writes Steve Denning. The business world is not about margins, payroll and other " 'things' to be manipulated," he writes. The most successful companies have found ways to count the things that really matter, including "client delight and employee satisfaction." Forbes/Rethink blog(7/16)

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Americans Still Trust Jury Over Judge

Monday, August 01, 2011
by Samia S. Morgan

Americans still trust jury over judge

Nearly 60% of Americans trust a jury over a judge to make a decision in a court case, according to a Rasmussen Reports survey. However, after the recent Casey Anthony verdict, more people said they trust a judge more, with 27% placing their trust in the court official, up from 14% in April. The Financial (Georgia/Ukraine) (7/15)

Give a little, get a little, bankers say

Looking for a bank loan? Increasingly, bankers are asking small-business owners to open a deposit account in return, experts note. Nervous lenders view such accounts as "a direct window into the performance of the underlying business, which can help mitigate potential credit losses," explained Ed Harycki of Swift Capital. BusinessWeek.com (7/15)

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Yes, You Can Be Everywhere (Even When You're Away)

Friday, July 29, 2011
by Samia S. Morgan

Yes, you can be everywhere (even when you're away)

Want to make your name ubiquitous, without canceling vacations and spending weekends in the office? Dorie Clark explains how virtual assistants and scheduling programs can keep your name in circulation even when you take a break. Harvard Business Review online/HBR Blog Network (7/14)

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Outside In

Friday, July 29, 2011
by Ronda Swaney

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4 Ways to Protect Yourself from Employee Theft

Thursday, July 28, 2011
by Samia S. Morgan

4 ways to protect yourself from employee theft

You may trust your employees, but you should also be aware that the typical business loses 5% of its revenue to employee fraud, and nearly one-third of all employees commit some level of theft, according to this blog post. Mary Goodman and Rich Russakoff write that business owners should communicate a no-tolerance environment to employees while being knowledgeable of the company's margins. BNET/The Money Dept. blog (7/14)

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4 Tips for Picking a Professional Speaker

Wednesday, July 27, 2011
by Samia S. Morgan

4 tips for picking a professional speaker

When looking for a professional speaker to train or rally your staff, BBB warns business owners to shop around just like they would for any other service. Dale Dixon recommends thinking local to find a speaker that can really connect with your employees. Idaho Press-Tribune (Nampa) (7/13)

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Survey Finds Credit is Still Difficult for Small Businesses

Tuesday, July 26, 2011
by Samia S. Morgan

Survey finds credit is still difficult for small businesses

Only 21% of small-business owners found it somewhat easy or very easy to get the credit they needed in the past 12 months, according to a Wells Fargo/Gallup survey. By comparison, 30% said their credit situation was very difficult or somewhat difficult. Grow Smart Biz (7/14)

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How Do You Handle Disruptive Customers?

Monday, July 25, 2011
by Samia S. Morgan

How do you handle disruptive customers?

A Pennsylvania restaurant grabbed headlines by banning children under the age of 6 because they regularly disrupt customers' meals. Sarah E. Needleman asks business owners how they handle unruly patrons, noting that for some, the answer is simply to "look the other way."The Wall Street Journal (tiered subscription model)/In Charge Blog (7/14)

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LinkedIn Trumps Facebook in Value

Friday, July 22, 2011
by Samia S. Morgan

Study: LinkedIn trumps Facebook in value

Facebook may have the numbers, but LinkedIn has the power, according to a recent study. While Facebook has the most users and the highest engagement rate in social media, more online consumers value their LinkedIn account, the study shows. AOL Small Business (7/12)

Beware the financial traps of small-business credit cards

Business owners who use their credit cards to fill the gap left by slow lending may be digging themselves into a financial hole, warns Keith Girard. Free from federal safeguards, most small-business cards feature terms that can be amended without prior notice, plus penalties and fees that are much higher than consumer cards. Worst of all, business owners are personally liable for debts racked up on these cards, Girard points out. AllBusiness.com(7/11)

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Balancing Act

Friday, July 22, 2011
by Ashley Gartland

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