Business Columns
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Is a startup your best bounce-back option?Sep 22, 2010 11:00 pm - You could be right. The best bounce-back response from the job you no longer have could be to start your own business. But do some serious thinking before you rent that ...
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Shop Halloween stores for costumes, accessoriesSep 21, 2010 11:00 pm - They've started creeping up everywhere. And they'll be around through Halloween. So if you're ready to get a head start on your costume and decorations this year, or if ...
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He wants to help you lose weight with new appSep 16, 2010 11:00 pm - Brian Atz of Arlington Heights may not be a lead candidate for "The Biggest Loser," but he has had his share of struggles losing or regaining 20 pounds or so. Still, he ...
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Startups must assess staying powerSep 15, 2010 11:00 pm - You're square with your attorney and accountant, you have a designer working on your new business' website, and you've answered the who's-going-to-buy-what-I'm-selling q...
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Algonquin Commons thinking HalloweenSep 14, 2010 11:00 pm - Whether it's going to scare or surprise, it's not too early to start thinking up this year's Halloween costume. In fact the folks at Algonquin Commons already are busy p...
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Lake Co. woman spent so much time at spa that she decided to open oneSep 09, 2010 11:00 pm - Helen Kakos' passion for going to the spa and the need to find a hobby drove her to launching her own business. The Hawthorn Woods woman recently opened Spa Soma at 303 ...
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AT&T to texters: LMK ur fav txtsSep 09, 2010 11:00 pm - Are OMG and LOL so yesterday? Those acronyms for "Oh my God!" and "laughing out loud" seem generations ago. Acronyms and abbreviations in text messages continue to becom...
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Lake Zurich bridal shop reaches younger crowdSep 08, 2010 11:00 pm - Volle's Bridal, a family-owned boutique in Lake Zurich since 1971, is expanding its guest list of customers. The established bridal shop is now targeting teenagers searc...
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Three counselors offer what-to-do now adviceSep 08, 2010 11:00 pm - Use your business line of credit - or it may not be there when you need it. Find your spot of blue ocean. Stick to your knitting and execute. Three different pieces of a...
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Libertyville store features healthy cooking oilsSep 02, 2010 11:00 pm - A Libertyville shop that opened Thursday features an array of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar and other gourmet products. Oh Olive, at 606 N. Milwaukee Ave., hi...