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Obama, Administration Officials Meet with Small-Business Owners

2/22/11 at 10:00 PM

At a "Winning the Future" event in Cleveland, the president and several members of his cabinet fielded questions and concerns from business owners. Continue Reading

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President Obama Proclaims National Entrepreneurs' Day

11/16/10 at 4:00 PM

As part of an official proclamation, the president encouraged Americans to celebrate entrepreneurship on Nov. 19. Continue Reading

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MCT

The Small Business Jobs Act: 5 Things You Need to Know

10/20/10 at 10:00 PM

The Small Business Jobs Act, signed into law by President Obama in September, contains $12 billion in tax breaks. How to find the ones that benefit your company. Continue Reading

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Can Employees and Their Bosses Really Get Along?

10/14/10 at 5:00 PM

In honor of National Boss Day, employees and their bosses open up about life in the workplace -- the good, the bad and the ugly. Continue Reading

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Steve Strauss

Why the Small Business Jobs Act Is Good For You -- and the Economy

10/05/10 at 6:00 PM

The new law includes tax breaks and a $30 billion fund designed to help community banks boost lending to small businesses. Continue Reading

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Congress Sends Small-Business Bill to Obama

9/23/10 at 4:00 PM

The long-delayed bill passed the House by a vote of 237-187. President Obama is expected to sign it on Monday. Continue Reading

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Expert Take: What Would You Say to President Obama?

8/19/10 at 12:00 PM

Everyone loves a soapbox. Entrepreneurs offer their advice to the Commander in Chief. Continue Reading

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Is President Obama Good for Business?

8/04/10 at 7:30 PM

Presidents generate big buzz and an influx of customers when they visit restaurants and other establishments. But does it last? Business owners across the nation reflect on what happens when the commander-in-chief walks through the front door. Continue Reading

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The Associated Press

The McChrystal Scandal: How Would You Handle It?

6/23/10 at 4:00 PM

President Obama's decision to dismiss Gen. Stanley McChrystal was a military and political one. But it also posed a big management challenge. We asked our Board of Directors -- including two former Marines and a Special Forces lieutenant -- to explain how they would approach the situation as CEOs. Continue Reading

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House Passes $30 Billion Fund to Help Small Businesses

6/18/10 at 3:30 PM

The bill, which now moves to the Senate, seeks to boost lending through community banks. Continue Reading

Are You Ready for National Entrepreneurs' Day?

5/13/10 at 12:30 PM

The founders of Grasshopper.com have started an online petition, asking President Obama to create a holiday recognizing U.S. entrepreneurs. Continue Reading

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