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Can you Do Well by Doing Good? The Data Say Yes

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As an entrepreneur, you depend on the support of your community to realize your vision, but what are you giving back? By tracking five sources (talent, investments, technology innovation, brand, new market entry) diligently, the company has built its citizenship efforts into the way it works every day, all over the world.

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How to Write a Business Plan for an Outpatient Medical Practice

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If you’ve never written a business plan before, Bplans also offers a library of sample medical business plans that you can review or even download to use as a model. Here’s a brief example: The problem : There is a lack of affordable pediatric and gynecological care available in coastal areas of Lane County, Oregon. Executive summary.

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The Latest Questions Small Businesses Are Asking

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Company culture is defined as the shared values, beliefs and practices of company employees including management. Company culture changes as the employees in the business change, as management makes strategic decisions and as the business environment shifts. Look for common employee behaviors.

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How to Choose a Business Location

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In this article, we’re going to review the things you need to keep in mind when choosing a location; offer you advice on where to look for a business location; and also provide you with a few resources we think you’ll find useful as you work through the process. Will you easily be able to find employees? Zoning map of Eugene, Oregon.

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How to Grow Your Business by Setting Goals [Webinar]

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This is Sabrina Parsons, CEO of Palo Alto Software. There’s a difference between gut feeling about something and then a belief based on experience and knowledge and just being part of the business community. Preferably using some sort of software tool, Excel, some sort of spreadsheet.

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How to Start a Brewery

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You’re looking for a number of 70 precent or more within five miles of the zip code you desire,” says Ben. “I A used system might be through the door quicker and might save you money up front, but make sure you’ve thoroughly reviewed the system and seller—and remember that when you have problems, you’ll likely be on your own to fix them.

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How to Start a Brewery: Growing Your Own Craft Beer Business

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Building relationships with vendors and the local community. Most small businesses and startups that are looking to grow— hire a new employee , or buy a new piece of equipment, or open a new location —need to think hard about cash flow, or making sure they have enough money in the bank to meet payroll and other financial obligations.

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