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Rent the Runway

The Next Big Idea? Rent the Runway, a Designer Clothing Rental Service

4/27/11 at 2:00 PM

Consider it Netflix for couture. With Rent the Runway, women have access to some 15,000 designer dresses that they can wear once and send back. They'll even throw in the dry cleaning. Continue Reading

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Hiring Unpaid Interns: 5 Things You Need to Know

4/19/11 at 2:00 PM

Interns can be a valuable resource for small companies -- especially if they're working for free. How to ensure that your internship program complies with labor laws. Continue Reading

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Forming a Board of Directors: 5 Things You Need to Know

3/03/11 at 11:00 PM

A board of directors can be a valuable resource. How to determine if your company really needs one. Continue Reading

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Hiring Your First Intern: 5 Things You Need to Know

3/01/11 at 2:00 PM

Interns can be a great, affordable resource for small businesses. How to find the right interns -- and what to do with them once they arrive. Continue Reading

The Best Apps for Business Travelers

7/29/10 at 8:30 AM

From tracking flights to converting currency, these apps can make your next business trip a whole lot easier. Continue Reading

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How to Build a Successful App, No Experience Required

7/26/10 at 3:00 PM

There are more than a quarter-million apps out there, but with a clever concept and a little tech help, almost anyone can cash in on the app gold rush. Continue Reading

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Writing a Business Plan: 5 Things You Need to Know

6/14/10 at 5:00 PM

A smart business plan can provide a road map for your company. So how do you write a good one? Continue Reading

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Getting on a Talk Show: 5 Things You Need to Know

6/14/10 at 1:30 PM

A segment on The Oprah Winfrey Show or The Ellen DeGeneres Show can take your business big time. So how do you land a spot on their couches? Continue Reading

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Forming an LLC: 5 Things You Need to Know

6/07/10 at 5:00 PM

A limited liability company is often the best structure for small businesses. How to cut through the legal jargon and establish your company as an LLC. Continue Reading

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Made in the USA: The Anti-Starbucks Revolution

5/12/10 at 2:00 PM

Independent coffee artisans-turned-entrepreneurs have found success by offering an alternative to the big national chains. Continue Reading

Employee Theft: 5 Things You Need to Know

5/10/10 at 3:00 PM

Theft and fraud cost companies millions each year. How to prevent your employees from walking off with office supplies, merchandise, trade secrets, and even cold hard cash. Continue Reading

Overtime: 5 Things You Need to Know

5/10/10 at 9:30 AM

When employees work long hours, you've got to pay them. How to navigate the maze of overtime requirements. Continue Reading

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Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: 5 Things You Need to Know

5/10/10 at 9:00 AM

Small companies can be friendly environments. Sometimes a little too friendly. How to deal with -- and prevent -- sexual harassment in the workplace. Continue Reading

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Employee Reviews: 5 Things You Need to Know

5/10/10 at 8:00 AM

Employees hate them, and bosses hate them too. How to make the process effective, productive -- and painless. Continue Reading

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