Those so-called "best practices" could be hurting your business

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From: SmartBrief on Small Business <smallbusiness@smartbrief.com>
Date: Thu, Dec 6, 2012 at 12:16 AM
Subject: Those so-called "best practices" could be hurting your business



SmartBrief on Small Business
December 5, 2012
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                TODAY'S HEADLINES

PROBLEM. SOLVED.
* Business owners must maintain the drive to succeed
MARKETING
* Kick-start your 2013 lead-generation efforts this month
* Tips for turning website visitors into paying customers
MANAGEMENT
* Those so-called "best practices" could be hurting your business
* How to save a poor-performing new employee
MONEY
* Businesses can sell certain unused tax credits
* IRS raises its standard mileage rates to 56.5 cents for 2013
TIPS & TOOLS
* A road map to Internet safety for small businesses
* Using dashboards to monitor key metrics
* Stress-soothing tips for business owners facing a hectic holiday season
FEATURED CONTENT
* How Predictive Analytics Can Revolutionize Sales
* 10 Ways to Get Your Fans to Leave Reviews
* Cold Calling is Out; Inbound Marketing is In
* How to Reduce Your Expenses and Free Up More Cash
* Want Viral Content? Focus on the Basics First
JUST FOR FUN
* Will eye-controlled mobile devices be the next big thing?

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