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Opinion: Unwrapping Unexpected Ideas to Bring Holiday Cheer, Familiar Joy to Customers

Kirkland Urban manager Jackie Socha discusses how retailers can move beyond the sale this season in light of COVID-19 in this guest column.

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Businomics: January

Connecting the dots between the economy... and business.

Columnists

Opinion: Essentials of a Business Life Cycle

CPA Chris Falco, of the Redmond-based accounting firm Falco Sult, discusses approaching one’s business goals by considering each phase in the life cycle of their company.

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Things to Consider as You Build a Startup Team

Amrita Lahiri, professor and researcher of strategic entrepreneurship and innovation at Carson College of Business at Washington State University, provides insight on strategies to form a successful startup.

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Opinion: Smart City of Bellevue is Paving the Way

Bellevue boasts reliable infrastructure and high-tech connectivity; ideal for implementing futuristic transportation solutions that many cities of its size can only dream of.

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Secrets of Success

Considering earning an online degree? Wondering how to better market your small business? Looking for a way to make your network more secure? Maybe you’re just looking for ways to…

Columnists, News

Ask Arden: Facebook Friend Requests

Q: A co-worker I am friendly with recently sent me a request to connect on Facebook, but my page is private and I don’t usually add co-workers. I know she’s expecting…

Columnists, Lifestyle

Ask Arden: Competitive Co-workers

Not sure how to ask your boss for a raise or quiet your chatty co-worker? Etiquette expert Arden Clise is here to answer your awkward workplace questions. Q: My office…

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Your Fair Share

Is what you’re getting good enough for you?

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Ask Arden: Workplace Romance

Q: My co-worker asked me on a date. Whether I’m interested or not, what is the appropriate way to respond? A: While workplace dating can be fraught with many perils, a…