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Home » Authors » Jim Olsztynski

Articles by Jim Olsztynski

Smart Business
The Pros and Cons of Going Into Business for Yourself (Part 1)

Jim Olsztynski
April 9, 2003
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In a three-part series (the second to follow in June's issue) Jim O. discusses the benefits and drawbacks of starting ones own business.
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Smart Business
Solve Two Problems at Once

Jim Olsztynski
November 30, 2002
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Maybe new business owners are finding the hardships of running their own businesses; perhaps returning to someone elses business is the best move.
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Smart Business
Toxic Mold—Dangerous to One’s Financial Health

Jim Olsztynski
October 30, 2002
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Jim O's column addresses the issue of mold, and who's really affected by it.
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Smart Business
When No One’s Watching

Jim Olsztynski
October 1, 2002
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Golf is the metaphor for business in Jim O's piece
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Smart Business
It’s the Little Things that Count

Jim Olsztynski
September 10, 2002
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Jim O. talks about minor things that could really help your business.
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Smart Business
What's Your USP?

Jim Olsztynski
July 30, 2002
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What is your selling gimmick is the question Jim O. posits in this month's column.
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Smart Business
How Much is Your Business Worth?

Jim Olsztynski
May 1, 2002
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Maximize the amount for your business when it comes time to sell.
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Smart Business
Why Insurance Rates Are Skyrocketing

Jim Olsztynski
April 1, 2002
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Jim O. discusses one of the hot issues of the trades presently.
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Smart Business
The Cosmopolitan Way of Thinking

Jim Olsztynski
March 4, 2002
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Jim O. experiences culture in Deutschland.
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Smart Business
Stressed Out? Here Are Some Ways to Cope

Jim Olsztynski
January 29, 2002
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Jim O's advice on the dealing with stress.
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