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The relationship isn’t over when the customer clicks the “checkout” button

Online shopping has made the world of retail a little less personal. Our newest blogger, Brad Miller, says you just have to work a little harder to build a relationship.
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Four business trends for ’14

A lot happened in the business world in 2013. So how will trends from 2013 impact 2014? Blogger Barclay Pollak shares his thoughts.
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A brave and fine (and different) holiday message

The countdown to the new year is on! Instead of doling out another helping of her no nonsense advice about the business world, Jody Glynn Patrick, is offering up something a little different for her final post of 2013.
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Pros and cons of starting a business after retirement

There are positives and negatives to starting a business at any age. Blogger Dawn Mentzer talks with retirees who started their business once they finished their careers to learn about the good and bad.
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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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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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