Small Business
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Naperville woman a third-generation Realtor who perseveresMar 03, 2014 4:00 am - Jen Conte, broker/owner of Re/Max Professionals Select in Naperville, is the third generation in her family to be a Realtor. She takes her business to heart, aiming to c...
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Successful team building needs strategic goals right teamMar 03, 2014 4:00 am - There's nothing like the word “team building” to get conversation going at a business luncheon — or, apparently, to provide fodder for business and management book autho...
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Good financial news could help Rolling Meadows build fire stationMar 03, 2014 12:01 am - Rolling Meadows' bond rating rose significantly late last year, which could make it easier to borrow money if the city decides to build one or two new fire stations, May...
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Obama to push minimum wage this weekMar 01, 2014 12:01 am - WASHINGTON - Striving to show momentum on a top legislative priority, President Barack Obama is appearing next week with Northeastern governors who back his push to rais...
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Decade ago, everything seemed ducky for Prior and CubsFeb 27, 2014 4:30 am - When it comes to Cubs' curses, the goat gets most of the attention, alongside a mention of a black cat. But 10 years ago, a duck played a role in extending the heartache...
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Palatine's Business of the Year relocating in villageFeb 27, 2014 12:01 am - A Palatine wine shop will relocate to a bigger location on Northwest Highway next month. D'Vine Wine and Gifts will move from its current storefront on Dundee Road to 24...
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Bartlett officials weigh new TIF district downtownFeb 27, 2014 12:00 am - Bartlett economic development officials say the village's downtown is ripe for another Tax Increment Financing district. The village's economic development commission h...
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Mount Prospect bakery finds temporary home after fireFeb 26, 2014 12:00 am - The temporary location for the Central Continental Bakery, which was displaced from its longtime spot in downtown Mount Prospect by a recent fire, has some historical si...
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Antiques and resale shop now open in Lake in the HillsFeb 25, 2014 12:00 am - A new antiques store is open along Randall Road. Second Chances Antiques and Resale opened late last month, and already has a steady stream of customers stopping in freq...
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Feeling isolated? Peer groups provide supportFeb 24, 2014 4:00 am - Whether it's just you and the cat or you and 20 (or more) employees, being an entrepreneur can be lonely. That's especially true when decisions must be made. Enter the p...