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Businesses Thrive with Open Communication Businesses Thrive with Open Communication

— Open communication is a concept that almost all companies claim to value, but few achieve. You can survive without open communication, but few organizations thrive without it. How can you develop it? What are the pitfalls? What’s key to keep in mind?

Creative, Tenacious Entrepreneurs Fuel Economic Growth  Creative, Tenacious Entrepreneurs Fuel Economic Growth

– Few people today would argue the fact that it’s the entrepreneurs of this world who are truly responsible for most of the jobs created. Indeed, whether the companies make it to the list of the biggest companies or not, they—and the entrepreneurs who created those ventures in the first place—are the heart and soul of the engine that drives our economy. These creative and tenacious individuals are Corp!'s Entrepreneurs of Distinction.

Why Staffing Industry is Poised for More Growth Why Staffing Industry is Poised for More Growth

– The professional staffing industry is stable and growing; by 2015, it is expected to reach $100 billion, analysts report. As professionals continue to seek new job and career options, growth is expected in this franchise sector.

Global Comedian Stars In Tech Incubator Global Comedian Stars In Tech Incubator

– Usually you think of business incubators as being the home to startups in technology, bio-medicine, alternative energy or some other mostly male-geek-based field. TechTown started out that way as well but has radically changed direction. Today, more than 60 percent of its startups are women-owned, 66 percent are minorities and collectively they average around 47 years old. Maria Costa fits just two of those categories – and is about as far from technology as you can get. Her company is focused on her one-woman show that has drawn rave reviews in six countries.

Community Leader Ed Deeb ‘Roasted & Toasted’ Community Leader Ed Deeb ‘Roasted & Toasted’

– Some of the Detroit area’s broadcast and community giants came together to “Roast & Toast” Edward Deeb, chairman and founder of Michigan Food and Beverage Association and Michigan Business and Professional Association.

The SBA: Getting Even More User-friendly The SBA: Getting Even More User-friendly

- With the economy showing signs of improvement, the U.S. Small Business Administration has revisited an existing loan-guarantee program and made it simpler, more user-friendly for banks and borrowers and more relevant to the real world.

Corp! Honors Michigan’s Entrepreneurs of Distinction Corp! Honors Michigan’s Entrepreneurs of Distinction

- Corp! Magazine is proud to honor 28 individuals who have led their businesses toward success with the fourth annual Entrepreneurs of Distinction awards.

Healthy Eating, Healthy Employees, Better Bottom Line Healthy Eating, Healthy Employees, Better Bottom Line

- We’ve all been there. There’s a crunch at the office and we’re dead tired – so we grab some junk food and soldier on… adding even more pounds to our all-too-often sedentary bods. The FruitGuys have an alternative – a healthy alternative – and they may be heading to your office to share it with you.

Growth Capital Symposium Celebrates 30th Anniversary - Long Record Of Success

- YPSILANTI – When University of Michigan Business Professor David Brophy started the Michigan Growth Capital Symposium in 1980, he only figured it would run a couple of years. This week, Brophy celebrated the 30th edition of what has become the grand daddy of all American investment conferences.


The Three Laws of Export Success The Three Laws of Export Success

- Exploring and succeeding in export markets takes time and preparation. Having the best product, service or technology is irrelevant, unless you observe three important rules.