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Business management explores how businesses are run and the issues they face. Whether you're an entrepreneur or are curious about different business models, these articles will answer some of the most common questions about the world of business.

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Generating sales leads is the first step in becoming a successful salesperson. Learn all about lead generating sales leads in this article.

By Dave Roos

Setting up secure phone conferences is vital to protecting your data and information. Learn how to set up secure phone conferences in this article.

By Dave Roos

Video conferencing security is vital to your video conferencing experience. Learn how to safeguard your data and information in this article.

By Dave Roos

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You can tell a lot about a culture by what they put in their vending machines. Japan seems to take the cake with the number of unusual items that can be found in a vending machine. Read about 18 odd items for sale in Japanese vending machines.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

Quick -- grab a piece of paper. Can you name the nine most successful fast food joints off the top of your head? More food for thought: where did your favorite land on the list?

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

Online surveys are a cheap, fast way to do targeted market research. Find out how to improve your business with this simple, effective technology.

By Dave Roos

It takes one poorly handled public relations crisis to ruin an organization's reputation. Find out how to plan and execute crisis communication plans.

By Dave Roos

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A well-planned, well-run press conference can be the key to winning positive media attention. Learn how to organize a press conference.

By Dave Roos

Technology expands and enriches our personal and professional relationships. Learn how networking works, from business events to online sites.

By Dave Roos

Public relations professionals are charged with making people, governments and organizations look good. Learn the tools of the trade.

By Dave Roos

Press releases are the most widely used tool of the public relations professionals. Find out how to write and distribute effective press releases.

By Dave Roos

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Automated reservation confirmations have become an important link. Find out how these simple electronic notifications can save you time.

By Dave Roos

Retailers replenish stock with automatic programs. Learn how inventory management systems work.

By Tim Crosby

A billionaire from Mexico has taken over the top spot on the list of the world's richest. Find out who Carlos Slim Helu is and where all his money came from.

By Jacob Silverman

Conferencing technology brings the people you need into the same virtual room. Find out how telephone, Web and video conferencing can work for you.

By Dave Roos

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Whether deciding on a new product or changing an existing one, many marketers rely on focus groups. Learn how focus groups work.

By Jody Temkin

You never know when a disaster can strike your home or business. Learn how disaster recovery plans can help you be prepared for a disaster.

By Dave Roos

Web seminars lower the cost and time needed to conduct sales presentation, employee training and town hall meetings. Learn how web seminars work.

By Dave Roos

Coca-Cola is one of the world's most-recognized brands. Learn about the history of Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola's development and the impact Coca-Cola has on pop culture.

By Tracy V. Wilson

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Even in a wealthy nation like the United States, unemployment is an unavoidable fact of life. What makes the rate high and what should you do if you lose your job?

By Jacob Silverman & Becky Striepe

In case you hadn't noticed, advertising has made its way into the virtual world of video games. More and more companies are testing the waters with a somewhat new method of reaching potential customers called advergaming.

By Lee Ann Obringer

Wages are much more than a paycheck. Learn about everything you need to know about wages, including the Fair Labor Standards Act, types of pay, the minimum wage debate, payroll taxes and what FICA is.

By Jacob Silverman

Workers compensation helps millions of workers who suffer on the job illness or injury. Learn how workers compensation pays for medical care and rehabilitation.

By Jacob Silverman

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We all recognize those trusted brown trucks, but how much do we know about them? For example, did you know UPS can deliver to 80 percent of the planet within 48 hours? Find out more cool facts, watch a video and see pictures of how UPS works!

By Tracy V. Wilson

AT&T's story is one of innovation, conquest, endurance and revival. Since its birth in 1876, AT&T started a communications revolution, established an invincible monopoly, was dismantled by the government and rose again as a major player in a new era of digital communications.

By John Postley