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EZlocal.com Gets a Redesign
EZlocal.com recently got a redesign. More members are seeing their business on the site as a Featured Listing on the local homepages, search results and more! If you're a paid ABC member you can login to add coupons, images and detailed descriptions to drive even more traffic to your business.
Government, Politics and the Economy
Fed's Yellen: `First Solid Signs' of Emergence From U.S. Recession
Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco President Janet Yellen has made a statement saying that the US economy is showing the “first solid signs” of emerging from the recession and that it should resume growth later this year. Bloomberg.com
Management and Operations
Start-Ups Take On Roommates to Cut Costs
The recession has prompted many small business owners to be creative in how they cut their expenses. One way more and more are considering is called "co-working," which is a cheaper and more flexible alternative to renting or buying space of their own. WSJ.com
Four Do's and Don'ts When Responding to Employee Rants
Discipline and termination meetings always carry the potential for nasty words, hurt feelings and legal troubles, but you need to be prepared for anything—including loud and lengthty rants. Following these four do’s and don’ts can help you to defuse these rants and avoid lawsuits. BusinessManagementDaily.com
Legal Issues
Stifle the Gossip
Gossip is rampant in many organizations, especially during these uncertain times, and it can cause a host of problems, legal and otherwise. Here are some specific steps you can take to cut it down and mitigate its worst effects. Workforce.com
Taxes and Financial Issues
Seeking Stimulus Cash: Managing the Frustration
Anyone who has gone after one can tell you, government contracts are very cumbersome. However, if you want to win one—along with the stimulus money that goes with it—you would be wise learn what's involved in submitting winning bids. BusinessWeek.com
Technology Issues
5 Digital Sales Tools Every Salesperson Needs
Digital sales tools can help you leverage your business, but knowing which is best for you can be difficult. Here are five tools that can make your job easier and your performance better. BusinessKnowHow.com
Health, Benefits and Labor Issues
Develop Employee Engagement
The economy may have you feeling caught between a rock and hard place, but with careful attention to positioning individuals and teams to succeed, you will not only weather the storm, but also to emerge from the downturn in a stronger competitive position. Workforce.com
NFIB: One-Third of Small Business Would be Hurt by Tax Surcharge
According to the National Federation of Independent Business, the proposed income tax surcharge on high-income Americans to help fund an overhaul of the healthcare system could hurt one-third of all American small businesses. BizJournals.com
Branding, Sales and Marketing
Media Buying: Self-Serve Online Ad Purchases
Do you practice do-it-yourself online ad buying? If so, you should check out this extensive list of solutions. ClickZ.com
Four Ways to Stay Booked Solid
You have seen how every airplane flight you board is completely full, and others are so overbooked that they start asking for volunteers to change flights. Do you want that kind of rock solid booking for your business? Here are four ways to do it. BusinessKnowHow.com
Marketing to Todays 65+ Set
Don't call them elderly! The older generation don't see themselves that way and if you want your ads to work with them, neither should you. ManageSmarter.com
