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Notwithstanding the tidal wave of recent publicity, the organic movement is by no means a new movement. In 1940, Rodale, a Pennsylvania researcher used the term to describe a healthier practice of farming free of pesticides. And throughout, the organic community has occupied somewhat conflicting ground. The field is beset by overlapping regulatory authorities including the USDA, states and private bodies.nnThere are at least tens of thousands of certified organic growers in t

June 29, 2008

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Small business are the core driver of the United States economy. There are estimated to be over 20 million such businesses in the USA. They employ 50.6 percent of the private sector workforce and represent over 95% of American exports.nnAccording to the Small Business Administration, small businesses have provided about 2/3 of net new employment annually over the last ten years. It is clear that small businesses are the primary driver of US economic growth. Therefore if you w

June 16, 2008

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The alternative energy cause has now reached a tipping point. The juxtaposition of oil prices skyrocketing over $115 a barrel and coal prices doubling has been essential in awakening a new sense of urgency about alternative fuel.nnWith US drivers paying close to $4.00 per gallon of petrol and California drivers paying approximately $4.15 per gallon, enthusiasm is increasing for a national agenda to embrace use of alternative energy. Whether these be wind, nuclear, or solar, U

June 10, 2008

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Environmental advocacy is a diverse field. It encompasses both protecting the public from environmental harms and shielding the resources of nature. As gains have been garnered at the local, state and federal level, there is a growing understanding in the community that further gains will be contingent on developing the same professional capacities as private and government organizations that encapsulate best managerial practices.nnWhen you read about successfully launching a

May 18, 2008

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When you read about management and innovation strategies, most of the business press and news focus on for-profit companies. Yet, non-profits constitute a huge segment of our economy. According to the Urban Institute's National Center for Charitable Statistics, just the public charity sector alone accounts for over $1 trillion in total revenue. There are close to one million public nonprofits and private foundations registered with the IRS. nnNotwithstanding these noteworthy

March 31, 2008

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Choosing a conference call service is not easy. Just type the phrase "conference call" into Google and you'll see dozens of providers. Fortunately, most of them differentiate themselves on a handful of factors. Understanding these elements, and thinking through their relative significance to the needs of your company, is the best way to make an informed decision. Research in the industry indicates that there are five elements which typically enable a user to make a prudent de

February 26, 2008

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These days consumers are definitely feeling the pinch of increasing prices. From the gas pump to the grocery store, costs are leaping higher. But the phone bill is one place where savvy folks can still save. For most people, phone related expenses are a not insubstantial line-item in the typical household budget. Notwithstanding the fact that telecom costs have dropped considerably in recent years, this remains a cost that can be reduced through careful planning. The followin

February 8, 2008