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Posted by: jdsperanza,
on 2/6/2010,
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Location: Hopkinton, MA
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As a timely post-script to our most recent article on the latest Massachusetts Regulations mandating business owners to safeguard customer and employee data, here's a reminder that there are plenty of existing laws on the books that can lead to the same kind of troubles if you're not paying attention to this stuff.
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Posted by: jdsperanza,
on 2/3/2010,
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Location: Hopkinton, MA
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Massachusetts regulations that go into effect on March 1, 2010, set minimum standards for all individuals and businesses holding the "personal data" of its residents to safeguard that data. Word on the street is that early enforcement will be vigorous, and examples will be set. If you're betting you can fly under the radar, are you ready to fork over $5,000 for every portion of the law with which you don't comply? Read on for some help...
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Posted by: jdsperanza,
on 1/5/2010,
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Location: Hopkinton, MA
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Good information provides insights that can be used to transform and significantly improve a business -- especially in an uncertain economy. This article discusses 4 common mistakes companies make, and how better management of your "business intelligence" can move you from "reacting" to economic challenges toward positioning yourself to seize opportunities when those challenges arise.
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Posted by: jdsperanza,
on 11/4/2009,
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Location: Hopkinton, MA
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The use of social media platforms for commercial purposes has really exploded in recent months. This article provides some basic guidance on how you can avoid "sucking" at this whole social media thing if you're one of the many entrepreneurs and small-business owners rushing into this arena for fear of being "left behind."
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Posted by: jdsperanza,
on 8/26/2009,
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Location: Hopkinton, MA
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Recognizing what works "good enough" should drive every organization's decision-making process. Pursuing the activities and investments that will have the greatest impact on your business maximizes the impact of your resources, and minimizes your risk of failure over time.
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Posted by: jdsperanza,
on 8/6/2009,
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Location: Hopkinton, MA
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this exercise in connecting seemingly random observations and thoughts just may hold some lessons in how businesses and individuals can be successful without really trying.
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Posted by: jdsperanza,
on 7/1/2009,
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Location: Hopkinton, MA
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Building a successful business is very much like creating a gastronomic delight :: stick with quality ingredients, and you're bound to serve a dish everyone will fight to finish.
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Posted by: jdsperanza,
on 6/9/2009,
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Location: Hopkinton, MA
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The earlier a business makes "disaster planning" a part of their normal operations, the better positioned it becomes for sustainable success.
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Posted by: jdsperanza,
on 6/2/2009,
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Location: Hopkinton, MA
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Knowing how to blend the opposite concerns of entrepreneur and lawyer can be critical to successfully building your business.
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Posted by: jdsperanza,
on 5/26/2009,
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Location: Hopkinton, MA
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a quick summary of April 2009 economic indicators for small business.
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