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Businesses are specifically classified as small, medium and large. That is so because each is confronted with issues specific to their size. For a small business, one of the tools it can have to help it survive the challenges it usually face is information. By knowing the problems it has to deal with and what help it can get from outside sources, business owners can make wise decisions for the good of the enterprise.

Be updated about issues that many small business owners face, the government policies that affect them, loan and educational opportunities that are made available to them, and even the latest tools that they can use to help them effectively manage the business.

Businesses Should Not Neglect Customer Service on Facebook (April 13, 2012)
You have to know that your business’ Facebook page is important; it is just as important as facing your customer or potential customer, so you must not neglect or ignore your Facebook page but rather take time in maintaining it. You have to offer an online customer service.
Top 20 among the 100 Best Companies to Work For (April 8, 2012)
Millions of new recruitment is going on everyday but it is really interesting to know who all companies are sitting at the top choice list of job seekers'.
Hiring Slows Down Dramatically (April 6, 2012)
In March, hiring slowed down since it is reported last Friday by the Labor Department that employers just added about 120,000 jobs.
Some Barbie, Disney Toys Have High Lead Content (November 18, 2009)
Some models of Barbie and Disney toys have been found to have high level of lead, a health advocacy group showed on Tuesday.
UN Votes for Lifting of US Embargo on Cuba (October 30, 2009)
The UN, for the 18th straight years, has voted against the continued embargo of the United States on the communist island of Cuba.
US Congress Passes Bill Creating Consumer Protection Agency (October 24, 2009)
The Democrats have proven themselves against full force lobbying of multimillion businesses by passing a new legislation that would ensure consumer protection from abuses being committed by big companies in the US.
Mattel Releases Real Black Barbies (October 10, 2009)
Christie, the popular Barbie doll made by Mattel, now has three new BFFs namely Kara, Grace, and Trichelle.
US Housing Market Recovery Will Take More Time, Fannie Mae Exec (September 14, 2009)
It will be a long road ahead for the US housing marker as major investors remained cautious in putting their money into home stocks, an executive of mortgage giant Fannie Mae said on Monday.
Upcoming Federal Grant for Health System Infrastructure (August 28, 2009)
Joe Biden, US Vice President, announced the upcoming federal grant for health system infrastructure. Beginning October 1, there will be a total of $1.162 billion to begin the creation of infrastructure needed for hospitals to use and implement electronic health records.
Warrants Released by Financial Institutions (August 10, 2009)
Warrants are simply securities (legal obligations) that companies issue to entitle the holder to payment if the company stock will rise up past a certain level. Take note that financial institutions issued warrants to government last year in exchange for capital infusions.
Tap Water Safer Than Bottled Water- Experts (July 9, 2009)
Start Your Business Easily with Government Grants (July 4, 2009)
The Fearful Return of Bank Problems (June 25, 2009)
The Growth of Online Payday Loan Industry (June 7, 2009)
Survey Says Consumer Confidence Improves in May (May 29, 2009)
The Meaning of Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights (May 24, 2009)
Smartphone Sales Remain Strong Amid Financial Crisis (May 21, 2009)
Online Hackers Target Businesses (May 18, 2009)
Subprime Lending comes back (May 10, 2009)
Planning to Survive Recession (May 6, 2009)
Worst Cities for Business (May 6, 2009)
More People Buy Chocolate Amid Recession, Cadbury Sales Up (May 4, 2009)
Foreclosure Increases 24 Percent in March (April 16, 2009)
Retail Sales Fall as Consumers Spend Less (April 15, 2009)
Employees' Confidence Falls at Record Low (April 14, 2009)
Retail Business Starts to Recover (April 10, 2009)
Electronic Companies Scramble over Scarce Metals (April 8, 2009)
Authorities to Chase Scammers Targeting Homeowners (April 7, 2009)
Delinquency Rate Rises Despite Aid to Homeowners (April 4, 2009)
Labor Market Trembles in March (April 2, 2009)
Consumer Confidence Falls to Record-low (April 1, 2009)
Workers Complain on Rising Cost of Health Insurance (March 24, 2009)
Consumer Spending Slows Down in February (March 22, 2009)
Mortgage Rates Expected to Go Lower (March 20, 2009)
Wii Consoles Sales Rise Amid Crisis (March 20, 2009)
Obama to Loosen Credit for Small Industries (March 17, 2009)
1 out of 8 Homeowners Affected by Foreclosure (March 6, 2009)
Home Sales Fall in January (March 4, 2009)
Labor Market Trembles with the Ongoing Crisis (February 26, 2009)
Consumer Confidence Falls in February (February 25, 2009)
Consumer Prices Rise Amid Recession (February 20, 2009)
Consumer Confidence Falls Record-low (February 14, 2009)
Job Losses Continue to Rise (February 8, 2009)
Starbucks to Shut Down 300 Stores (January 29, 2009)

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