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Ironman training has parallels in business world

Competitors must use time wisely and be goal-oriented.... > Full text

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SOLUTIONS

Second-stage businesses benefit from PeerSpectives

My business has moved past the startup stage. We're growing fast, and I'm facing problems I didn't anticipate. I'd like advice from someone who has been in my shoes. What's out there for me?... > Full text

Deciding when and how to fire an employee

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EXPERTISE

LLC transactions must be fair for all members

Limited liability companies first arrived on the scene in 1994. Since then, they have become the most popular form of business entity in Wisconsin, making up close to 80 percent of all new entities created.... > Full text

Look to GHC for a lesson on rising above competition

You make only one impression: the first

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VIEWS

Why drive and fly when you can just fly?

The Dane County Regional Airport has undergone a remarkable transformation over the last few years.... > Full text

WMC wants educated work force as long as someone else pays for it

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POLITICS

Program aims to elevate women's economic status

The partnership was spurred by report that gave the state a C-.... > Full text

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TECH

More options coming in the world of wireless broadband

In July, Sprint launched its wireless broadband service in 34 markets, with plans to expand into 51 cities by the end of the year.... > Full text

Businesses should watch Wisconsin's Supreme Court

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TRAVEL

Don't let rising hotel rates bust your budget

Life in the hotel industry is looking a whole lot better thanks to a resurgence of business travel, but this can be bad news for company travel budgets.... > Full text

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EXECUTIVE PROFILE

Longtime lawyer thrives on legal challenges

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GOOD WORKS

Companies find ways to encourage volunteerism

Many businesses place a value on giving back to the community, often in the form of financial philanthropy. Some give of their time and resources in other ways - most commonly by encouraging their employees to volunteer.... > Full text

American Girl gets creative for United Way campaign

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DIVERSITY

For news about minorities, check out these media outlets

Three local media outlets - WORT 89.9 FM, The Madison Times and Umoja - highlight minority achievement, yet are often taken for granted.... > Full text

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FAMILY BUSINESS

Tallards carve out their niche in tough rental market

Their success was built partly on learning to recognize a profitable rental. "Ed always had a very good idea of what a property would rent for," Jeff Tallard said. "Once you know that and you look at enough property, you learn to recognize value."... > Full text

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MISCELLANEOUS

It's not easy being green, but this bank accepts the challenge

As an environmental investment in its new neighborhood, Home Savings Bank is building a "green" office at 3762 E. Washington Ave. that will incorporate ecofriendly and energy-saving components.... > Full text

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Business Indicators

Past Issues

July 2009

HOW CONNECTED ARE YOU? Social networking can be an effective tool for business

The more involved you become with social networking, the more effective you become at capturing the interest and involvement of customers, vendors and potential recruits -- especially those in the increasingly important Gen X and Gen Y demographics....


June 2009

Economy squeezing some internship programs

May 2009

Federal stimulus money on the way

April 2009

Entrepreneurs and inventors clubs are growing popularity.

March 2009

TOURISM'S RECOVERY: Region making a strong comeback after a year of tough times

February 2009

Competing in a global market

January 2009

Small gestures go a long way

August 2008

The work is there, but are the workers?

July 2008

Start-ups from UW research fuel the state's economy

June 2008

Drive down fuel costs

May 2008

Weather the storm

April 2008

Prayer and profit

March 2008

Outside help: A consultant could be the missing piece your business needs

February 2008

Strike first: Make your plans before disaster hits

January 2008

Defend their data

December 2007

Generations meshed

November 2007

Going green

October 2007

Good work if you can get it

September 2007

Thieves within our companies

August 2007

Choosing a charity

July 2007

Southern Wisconsin's big kitchen

June 2007

Use debt to get a leg up

May 2007

More than just
rah-rah!


April 2007

Real world lessons

March 2007

Evolution or extinction

February 2007

New directions

January 2007

Polishing your image

December 2006

On guard

November 2006

Building with the Web

October 2006

Making lean work

September 2006

Winning together

August 2006

Hospitals are getting treatment

July 2006

Going inside corporate culture

June 2006

Madwaukee -- closer than you think

May 2006

Business next

April 2006

Protect your business

March 2006

Make your company a great place to work

February 2006

"The Incredible Shrinking Workforce"

January 2006

What to expect in 2006

December 2005

Secrets of highly successful CEOs

November 2005

Maximum exposure

October 2005

Employer flexibility

September 2005

401(k) auto features

August 2005

The value of today's MBA

July 2005

Exporting from Wisconsin

June 2005

Health care costs

May 2005

Ethics in the workplace

April 2005

The search for skilled labor


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