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  • 10 Things I Know About Twitter For Business

    Sarah Devaney-o'neil December 19, 2011


    Sarah Devaney-O’Neil is the owner of Storibook Designs, Inc., a Massachusetts-based interior decorating firm that services both wholesale and retail clients.

    10. UNDERSTAND THE GOAL

    Sarah Devaney-o'neil December 19, 2011
  • 101: Stepping Down

    December 19, 2011

    In these days of economic downturn, we don’t hear much about employees resigning, but they do. However, there are ways to step down gracefully. “I quit,” though dramatic, is generally reserved for the movies.

    December 19, 2011
  • 10 Things I Know About Holiday Parties

    Mike Reinhardt December 5, 2011

    1. Put a pro behind the bar

    Bartenders are trained to recognize when a customer has had too much to drink. Hire a professional bartender — even if drinks are free.

    2. Got insurance?

    Mike Reinhardt December 5, 2011
  • 101: Business Networking

    December 5, 2011

    “Bring lots of business cards.” “Get ready for ‘round-the-room introductions.” These are phrases we hear over and over again regarding professional networking events. But what is this networking stuff all about, anyway?

    December 5, 2011
  • 101: Blocking Interruptions

    November 21, 2011

    It’s happened to all of us: While you’re answering an email at work, your phone rings. You answer it, and a co-worker stops by your cubicle with something for you to sign.

    November 21, 2011
  • 10 Things I Know About Good Web Design

    Matt Ward November 21, 2011

    10. KEEP IT SIMPLE

    Life’s complicated enough without trying to figure out how to use a website. Keep the design simple, straightforward and easy to use.

    9. KEEP PAGE NAMES SIMPLE

    Matt Ward November 21, 2011
  • 10 Things I Know About Retaining Employees

    Bob O'hara November 7, 2011

    10. OPEN COMMUNICATION

    Bob O'hara November 7, 2011
  • 101: Screening Resumes

    October 24, 2011

    Human resource directors have the potential to link a company and a great hire. But the key to matching a perfect candidate with a perfect position is knowing what to look for in a resume.

    October 24, 2011
  • 10 Things I Know About Email Marketing

    Deborah C. Scaringi October 24, 2011

    Deborah C. Scaringi is a marketing consultant and business development specialist. You can contact her at deb@scaringimarketing.com.

    10. Build Loyalty

    Deborah C. Scaringi October 24, 2011
  • 10 Things I Know About Legal Issues For Starting A Business

    Mike Refolo October 10, 2011

    Mike Refolo is a business lawyer and partner at Mirick O’Connell, based in Worcester and Westborough. You can contact him at mrefolo@mirickoconnell.com.

    10. SECURE PROTECTION

    Mike Refolo October 10, 2011
  • 101: Boosting Productivity

    October 10, 2011

    It’s 4:45 p.m., and your to-do list is as long as it was this morning. Sound familiar? Where does the time go? Here are three ways to keep your time from being sucked away and keep your workday tasks on track:

    October 10, 2011
  • 101: Workplace Bullying

    September 26, 2011

    School anti-bullying policies are now commonplace. But what if you feel unfairly targeted by a supervisor or co-worker at your job — to the point where it’s difficult to enjoy your home life or vacation time?

    September 26, 2011
  • 10 Things I Know About Recruiting

    Corey Adams September 26, 2011

    Corey Adams is a metro market manager with Robert Half International, the global specialized staffing firm, in Westborough. He can be reached at corey.adams@rhi.com.

    10. It’s tough.

    Corey Adams September 26, 2011
  • 10 Things I Know About ...

    10 Things I Know About ... Doing Business in China

    James Molinaro September 12, 2011

    10. Don’t Do It Alone

    Thousands of Chinese companies want to do business with yours. It helps to have a mutual professional associate or connection to the potential partner to do the initial due diligence.

    James Molinaro September 12, 2011
  • KNOWHOW

    Marketing Innovation | When economic uncertainty is the norm, how will you get the word out?

    Steve Schuster September 12, 2011

    The range of opinions about our economic future is so utterly diverse, only one conclusion is accurate: Uncertainty is the new normal.

    Steve Schuster September 12, 2011
  • 101: Business Travel

    September 12, 2011

    True, we are in the days of email and Skype.

    September 12, 2011