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IN THE NEWSif you want to beat ‘em, learn from’em firstYour future competitors have a lot to teach youSound research for your new business starts with looking closely at your competitors.  Dave ran across an article with some great tips on how to research competitors.  Read the entire article @ Waconsult.com, and subscribe to my monthly eNewsletter.

PROGRAM TOPICHow would you pay for your college education?  Listen to Chelsey Homan’s story.  She started a business ran it for five years sold it and is now working for a social media startup as a Vice President.  The amazing thing is that she is still under 25.  This is a great story.  If you have any questions or comments direct your email to [email protected]. 

Business Risk ManagementChris Pobieglo discusses the importance of year-end financial statements to the risk management side of any business.  Listen as Chris provides great reasons why to consider risk management and not simply tax consequences when developing financial statements.  Chris would like to hear from you.  Send comments, opinions, or questions to [email protected] .