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Why Volunteering Gives Employees an Edge in the Workplace

4/08/11 at 7:00 PM

A new survey shows foreign volunteer work can provide skills for workplace leadership -- and impresses hiring managers. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Nothing Is Certain but Death, Taxes and Coffee

3/29/11 at 6:00 PM

New surveys reveal some surprising findings about taxes, hiring and the role of coffee in the workplace. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Employees Spend Half Their Days Doing Nothing

2/28/11 at 11:00 PM

Responding to e-mails and setting up meetings is killing office productivity, according to new research. Continue Reading

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Ask Rod, Episode 28: Where Can We Find Tech-Savvy Talent?

2/01/11 at 7:00 PM

Executive Editor Rod Kurtz explains how to hire tech geeks, why more investors are looking overseas and what you can do to stay on Aaron Sorkin's good side. Continue Reading

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Expert Take: What Is Your Best Hiring Advice?

10/06/10 at 1:30 PM

Hiring the wrong employees can make or break a small company, especially early on. Entrepreneurs offer their tips for finding the right ones. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Everybody's Spending, Nobody's Hiring. Why?

10/05/10 at 4:00 PM

Spending on recreation, leisure and dining out are all on the way up, but continued economic uncertainty is keeping small businesses on the sidelines. Continue Reading

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What's One Question You Ask on Every Job Interview?

9/22/10 at 3:00 PM

Smart entrepreneurs know an economic downturn can be a great time to hire. We asked our Board of Directors what they like to see from job candidates. Continue Reading

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Expert Take: What Still Worries You About the Economy?

9/02/10 at 6:00 PM

We may not be out of the woods yet. From unemployment to real estate, entrepreneurs discuss the continued economic uncertainty. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Business Owners Still Troubled by Economy

8/16/10 at 3:30 PM

Entrepreneurs continue to express doubts about hiring and the overall state of the economy. Continue Reading

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Ask Rod, Episode 12: What's the Best Way to Fire an Employee?

8/13/10 at 4:00 PM

Executive Editor Rod Kurtz offers advice about hiring and firing, shares tips on expanding and plays with his new toy Terminator. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Spending Down, Hiring Up. What's Next?

8/08/10 at 1:00 AM

Consumers continue to cut back, but small businesses are starting to think about hiring, which could help jump-start the economy. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Why Customers Aren't Buying and What Might Convince Them

7/20/10 at 5:45 PM

A look at the latest findings on consumer confidence, e-mail marketing, and hiring tactics. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Hiring, Consumer Confidence on the Way Up

7/16/10 at 12:00 PM

It's too soon to celebrate, but companies are starting to hire more, and employees are feeling more confident about their jobs and their financial security, according to new research. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: America Still Loves a Bargain

7/08/10 at 1:30 PM

More entrepreneurs are turning to online contract workers and budget travel as a way to cut costs, while online coupons continue to convince shoppers to spend more. Continue Reading

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How Can Interns Help Your Company?

6/18/10 at 1:30 PM

Interns can be a great resource for fast-growing companies. But they can also cause a lot of headaches. Our Board of Directors offers their advice. Continue Reading

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