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Compensation;

It seems early to be thinking about annual bonuses, but this year you may need to do more thinking than usual. That's because of a quirk in the Tax Refor...  Read more

Too Much Too Soon?

What to do when the chains come calling. Plus: The perils of franchising.  Read more

Tech to Track Workers: Pros and Cons

A growing number of wireless technologies -- such as GPS and RFID – let businesses to track workers, deliveries of time-sensitive information, and even com...  Read more

Someday Supplements

Recent changes in the tax laws have prompted small companies to turn to supplemental-benefits plans as a way to beef up their retirement programs.  Read more

For the Smartest Interns, a Golden Opportunity

Many companies treat internships like extended job interviews. When it comes time to hire, interns are often the first candidates they consider.  Read more

Smog Lifters

There are people out there who are even more information deluged than you are. Eleven of the smartest--and most beleaguered--reveal their personal regimens f...  Read more

We're In The Money

Profit sharing and other retirement programs are being used to reward and retain even young employees. The key is a short vesting schedule.  Read more

Human Resources: Putting IT to the Test

A quick look at how one company is using technology to cut down on unsuccessful new hires.  Read more

Jump Start Your Business

Spend 48 sleepless hours with America's top new-product idea man.  Read more

The Private 500 represent 44 states. Geographically, the West wins again on the strength of California's 84 companies -- more than twice as many as any ot...  Read more