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February 29, 2008, 10:19 am

New franchise rule: More disclosure, same high risks

A new FTC rule will require franchisers to disclose more information to potential franchisees, but they still aren’t required to provide the data franchisees say they most need: written financial projections. What’s your experience been with franchising?

Categories:   franchising
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February 28, 2008, 9:44 am

After the Wal-Mart deal

Cynthia Baker succeeded in her chicken tong business with a proactive marketing strategy. What do you think of her strategy? Is there anything she could’ve done differently?

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February 27, 2008, 10:59 am

Yoga Helps Me Focus

Michael Green does Bikram yoga to help him deal with stress. Have you discovered an activity that helps you focus and reduce stress at work?

Categories:   How I work
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February 26, 2008, 10:43 am

How EBay’s PayPal profits from its float

PayPal’s plans for a 21-day hold on some funds has merchants scrutinizing its contractual fine print. What’s your view on PayPal?

Categories:   finance, technology
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February 25, 2008, 11:09 am

Stop Overpaying the IRS

This month’s cover story gives advice on how to avoid overpaying the IRS. Have you ever been audited? Are you an organized record keeper? Share all your tax season survival tips.

Categories:   Uncategorized
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February 22, 2008, 11:22 am

Regional designer breaks out at the Oscars

Suzanne Arkin will be walking down the Academy Awards red carpet on Sunday in a dress from Santa Fe designer Lily Falk. Have you spotted rising design talents at the Oscars? Tell us what you like.

Categories:   fashion
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February 21, 2008, 7:01 pm

Business in Mind: Vision Quest

In his monthly column, Dr. Alexander Stein examines a visually impaired entrepreneur turned his limitation into the driver for his business ventures. Have thoughts on the case? Share them here.

Categories:   Business in Mind
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February 20, 2008, 10:51 am

New Savings Through Pensions

Bob Johnson found more than $20,000 in tax breaks in just three years through a defined-benefit pension plan. Have some money-saving pension plan advice to dish out to our readers? Share it here.

Categories:   finance
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February 19, 2008, 9:31 am

Bamboo bikes give athletes a lift

Calfee Design owner Craig Calfee is headed to Ghana this month to take his bamboo bikes global. Have you tried out a bamboo bike? Intrigued by the idea? Share your thoughts here.

Categories:   Uncategorized
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February 18, 2008, 11:36 am

Jazzy relaxation: A lawyer and his office piano

Harvey J. Kulawitz writes about how his office piano helps him – and his clients – relax. What do you do to unwind?

Categories:   Uncategorized
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