Businesses believe they are communicating well with their customers. Bosses insist they are giving explicit instructions to their employees. Coworkers think they are sharing all the information they have with their colleagues.

Small business owners need to see the value of good photographs.

Two women-owned businesses create complementary products, marketing programs.

Smaller firms report growing anxiety over healthcare costs.

The Office of Administrative Law (OAL) approved final regulations for California's mandatory harassment training law, AB 1825, after nearly two years of revisions. Employers, many of whom are unaware of the new rules, have 30 days to comply.

Managers are warming to the idea of charging overweight employees more for healthcare.

Hispanic food maven builds sales by reaching out to other sectors, personal appearances, philanthropic efforts.

Easy-to-use system is free during an initial trial period and makes it possible to try the service without at no cost.

Managers, employees need to recognize, marginalize negative people around them.

Some firms are looking at foreclosures as possible expansion, investment opportunities.

Bargains in office space, distribution, retailing space are appearing but companies need to be careful.

More companies are using wellness to improve worker health, retention.

Public relations provide the highest return-per-dollar-expended if done properly.