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Survey Says: What Role Do Women-Owned Businesses Play in the Economy?

4/18/11 at 4:30 PM

Women are starting businesses at a faster rate than the general population and now account for nearly a third of all businesses, according to a new report. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Americans Are Slobs at Work, Costing the Economy Billions

1/31/11 at 11:00 PM

Messy desks and a constant scramble to find misplaced items hurts productivity in the workplace, according to a new survey. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Holiday Spending Beats Expectations

12/06/10 at 12:30 PM

The numbers are in for Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday -- and they are looking good for retailers. Continue Reading

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More Small Businesses Marketing Through Social Media

10/23/10 at 2:00 PM

Four in 10 business owners say they now use social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn as part of their marketing efforts. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Are Americans Ready to Spend Again?

9/28/10 at 4:00 PM

Why "frugality fatigue" may actually encourage consumer spending -- and how much retailers stand to benefit. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Why a Happy Employee Is a Productive Employee

9/07/10 at 10:30 PM

Happy employees say they spend twice as much time "on task," according to a new survey. Continue Reading

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Accepting Credit Cards: 5 Things You Need to Know

7/05/10 at 3:30 PM

America loves to pay by plastic. But getting set up as a merchant can come with annoying fees and big headaches. How to make your business credit card-friendly. Continue Reading

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