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10 reasons for optimism in 2014

Want proof that the U.S. economy is really improving? According to blogger Jody Glynn Patrick the proof is in the pudding or in this case the Greek yogurt.
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Women as modern leaders

We're going back to the future in this business blog. Twenty-two years ago Laura Schmitz gave a speech about female leaders. She believes what she said then is still relevant today. She shared the outline of her speech with us in this blog post. Read it and let us know what you think in the comments section.
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Top 9.3462 posts of 2013

It's almost time to put 2013 to bed! But before we do let's take a look at some of the top Business Blog posts of the year.
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The four keys to attracting and retaining top talent

Businesses are in competition for everything from product to customers and especially talent. The Business Blog's newest writer, Dane County United Way president and CEO, Leslie Ann Howard shares four tips for attracting and retaining top talent.
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The biggest mistake I’ve EVER made

We asked our bloggers to tell us about the biggest mistake they've made in their professional lives. Our hope, is you'll learn from their mistakes. First up, Jason Mueller.
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Three emotional bank account deposits to make before Dec. 31

It's not too early to start thinking about your business in the New Year. Award winning business journalist Jody Glynn Patrick offers her advice about "emotional investments" you can make in 2013 that will help you come January.
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Support the community that supports you

You don't have to do a lot to give back to your community. Blogger Barclay Pollak tells you why giving back is important and offers a few examples to help get you in the spirit.
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Fickle customers are wired and dangerous

The end of the holiday shopping season is less than two weeks away! Blogger Melody Campbell has some last minute advice for small businesses still hoping to cash in.
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Four tips for emailing elected officials

Have you ever sent an email to an elected official and never heard anything back? Here are four suggestions to increase the odds of getting a response.
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