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Bartering is the trading of one product or service for another. Because cash usually isn't exchanged, bartering is appealing to artists and small business owners alike. But did you know that a barter has tax implications? ...

I don't normally make light of the IRS. But one of the agency's latest educational outreach efforts has got me snickering. ...

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The IRS offers new virtual workshops and other resources geared toward small businesses ...

Ever wondered how to cash in on your passion? Use the power of the Internet to turn your real interests into a real business ...

  Here are various links I found interesting this week: Day Jobs vs Side Projects Scott Young makes the case for choosing side projects over “real” jobs 10 Creative Ways to Beat Writer’s Block Fast 10 exercises that will help you take a fresh look at your work-in-progress by giving you a mental break Are ...

Here are eight facts about the five filing status options the IRS wants you to know so that you can choose the best option for your situation ...

It's a personal leadership challenge to repeat the things we do right and not repeat the things we do wrong. Peter Bregman offers his three-question prescription to improve how you learn about yourself and what works for you ...

  Here are various links I found interesting this week: 13 million hours of video uploaded to YouTube in 2010 That’s almost 1,500 years! Perfecting Animation, via Science Making Ariel the Mermaid’s chest heaves seem that much more real Concert Ticket Sales Decline 15% Ouch! Etsy to handle $400MM in business in 2010 The arts ...