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Chalkboard New Rules For BusinessAfter watching money vanish from the economy, the last three years would seem to have had a clarifying effect on our values. In the wake of massive fraudulent schemes, predictably, many experts have declared the death of an old era and business rules designed for the twentieth century. More 

Crossroads Feature 2aPeople are breathing sighs of relief as the economy comes through the worst of the recession, and they might be getting ready to shift their stance from one of thrift to money-making mode. More 

Money Staker - Feature 2bMany businesses spent the recession paring down costs, shrinking payroll, and finding ways to be more productive and efficient. These moves paid off in strong corporate balance sheets that are sending rising revenue directly to the bottom line. And now that we’re emerging from the Great Recession with numerous companies flush with cash, many believe it’s time to start investing in the recovery. More 

Modern Day Gold Rush Gold BullionMore and more radio and TV ads are touting the great fortunes to be made in gold. With many of the major stock market indices having average 10-year returns in negative territory, it’s no wonder people are looking for alternative investments. However, before you jump at the so called “buying opportunity of a lifetime,” there are a few things you should understand about gold. More 

 
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The fall 2010 issue takes a look at a new era of efficiency, process improvement, waste reduction, and operational excellence.

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Car windsheild rearview mirrorDaycation (n.)

The 2010 travel industry term for a vacation that’s within close proximity to the customer’s origin. (Previous terms: “naycation” in 2009, “staycation” in 2008.)

 

Hand sanitizerHolster the Hand Sanitizer

Children’s early exposure to bacteria may protect the immune system against certain diseases, according to a study profiled in the Wall Street Journal.

Donation JarPanera Tries a "Pay What You Want" Model

A Panera Bread store in St. Louis asks customers to donate what they want for a meal, from a penny to $100. The new nonprofit model made $100,000 in revenue during its first month.

USA Today

Thrift Store clothes rackSecondhand Stores on the Rise

Tighter budgets combined with green trends are helping to diminish the stigma of thrift and resale stores, which grew 7 percent in the past year.

Minneapolis Star Tribune

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