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The Latest Questions Small Businesses Are Asking

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Look honestly at all the pros and cons for this type of business venture. The local Small Business Development Center office is a resource that can assist with the venture feasibility process. What is meant by “company culture” and how is it important to my business? Analyze ways to overcome weaknesses and threats.

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HOW TO: Build an App for Your Small Business

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This post originally appeared on the American Express OPEN Forum , where Mashable regularly contributes articles about leveraging social media and technology in small business. So, you’re a small or medium-sized business, and you want to build a Facebook, mobile or web app. Image credits: Flickr, goincase.

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Small Businesses and Startups – 3 New Years Reflections and Resolutions

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.” Photo, Wikimedia Commons: Mount Hood reflected in Mirror Lake, Oregon. Related posts: New Years Resolutions For Small Businesses and Startups. 10 New Years Resolutions For Small Businesses and Startups. Lean Marketing: Public Relations strategies for small businesses and startups.

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Growing Your Business While Growing as an Entrepreneur

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Ruby Receptionists also frequently appears on “best of” lists, having landed on Fortune ‘s list of Top 5 Best Small Businesses to Work For in the U.S. from 2012-2015, Oregon Business Magazine ‘s 100 Best Companies in Oregon from 2010-2017, and the Portland Business Journal ‘s Most Admired Companies.

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LLC Costs and Fees You Need to Know as a Small Business Owner

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A limited liability company (LLC) is a popular business structure for small businesses thanks to its ease of operations, tax advantages, and liability protection for its owners. While most states don’t require your business to have a general business license or permit, certain types of businesses may need one.

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My Favorite 2014 Trend is Boomer-Millenial Partnerships

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Every year around this time I look forward to Steve King’s small business trends for the next year. And I just read his Top 10 Small Business Trends for 2014 and once again, it’s great food for thought. Baby boomers provide capital, business experience and networks. My personal favorite this year is this: 8.

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How Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) Can Help Your Business

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UW-Madison Small Business Development Center (SBDC) celebrating SBDC Day. Starting a new small business? Looking for some professional consulting to help you think through your business plan or your strategies for growth? Your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC) can help.