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Articles in August 2005 issue of Entrepreneur

• Up VoIP creek: have an emergency plan while VoIP providers work on 911 shortcomings
  by Mike Hogan
• Faking it: is your health policy legit?
  by Jacquelyn Lynn
• Slogan's heroes: create a tag line that stands out from the competition
  by Jerry Fisher
• The truth is out there: don't fall into the trap of lying about your competitors, and don't just take it if they lie about you
  by Rieva Lesonsky
• Logo motion: the winner of our ugliest logo contest gets a new look
  by April Y. Pennington
• Making contact: synchronization services can keep your contacts safe
  by Amanda C. Kooser
• 19th Annual Entrepreneurial Woman's Conference, Chicago, Sept. 13-14: www.wbdc.org
  by Steve Cooper
• What's new: off to a running start
  by Sara Wilson
• New brew
  by James Park
• Sole provider: the shoe fit for this fashion maven when it came to designing sky-high heels
  by April Y. Pennington
• What's your score?
  by Jennifer Pellet
• Take heart: to really make an impression on your customers, don't just memorize a sales pitch—let them see your heart and soul
  by Barry Farber
• Facing the truth
  by Erik Hoy
• The more, the merrier
  by Gisela M. Pedroza
• Great shot
• Correction
• Meet market
  by Sarah Pierce
• Feel the burn: a new bill could help small companies pump up tax deductions
  by Stephen Barlas
• Hold it: a buy-and-hold approach keeps this tech fund going strong
  by Dian Vujovich
• The waiting game: lingering behind put this couple ahead of their competition in a new market
  by Sara Wilson
• Food for thought
  by Evelyn Grazini
• Cup of courtesy: if the coffeehouse is your office, order up some manners
  by Kelly Barron
• Seeing stars: get hotel ratings from people who have actually stayed there
  by Chris McGinnis
• Smoke of genius
  by Sarah Pierce
• Student services: providing services for fellow students can be a very smart business move
  by Nichole L. Torres
• Homing in: the call center may become a thing of the past—home-shoring is poised to make its mark on the economy. What's in it for you?
  by Chris Penttilla
• Clicks to bricks: ready to take your e-tail site to the next level? Get out of the virtual realm and into the brick-and-mortar marketplace for maximum profit
  by Melissa Campanelli
• Foreign soil
  by Jennifer Pellet
• Quick pick
  by Gwen Moran
• For your consideration
  by Steve Kayser
• Promised land: U.S. companies find new opportunities by partnering with Israeli firms
  by Mark Henricks
• The finer things: you don't have to break the bank to get one of these luxury sedans
  by Jill Amadio
• Break on through: remove barriers to your big dreams by following these simple steps
  by Romanus Wolter
• Clean house: getting laid off from his corporate job gave this franchisee a fresh start
  by Sara Wilson
• Just say no? More big companies are refusing to give Wall Street quarterly earnings guidance. Should small firms jump on the bandwagon, too?
  by C.J. Prince
• Going down? Mutual fund companies are finally beginning to reduce their fees, but you may not feel much of a difference
  by Scott Bernard Nelson
• Watch your claims
  by Jan Zobel
• Today's specialist: Microsoft aims to serve up support for small businesses with a new training program
  by Amanda C. Kooser
• Time out
  by Chris Pentilla
• Mass appeal: a local buying program could be the key to getting your product on the shelves of major merchandisers
  by Don Debelak
• Office options
  by Steve Cooper
• In the mood: when and where does your advertising work best? Use these contextual advertising tips to set the scene and snag prospective buyers
  by Kim T. Gordon
• 2005 National Minority Supplier Development Council conference and business opportunity fair, Dallas, Oct. 23-26: www.nmsdcus.org
  by Steve Cooper
• Rescue mission: can American entrepreneurs help solve social ills?
  by Joshua Kurlantzick
• Prayer meeting: can employers meet Muslims' requests in the workplace?
  by Chris Penttila
• Fault lines: is a misogynistic manager liable for harassment?
  by Jane Easter Bahls
• Feeding frenzy: this Boot Camp makes starting a catering company a little easier
  by Nichole L. Torres
• It's a win-win: whether you're having a capital crisis or need funds to support growth, your customers may be an unexpected financing source
  by Crystal Detamore-Rodman
• Behind the magic: how do stellar sellers work their magic? From the first cold call to closing the deal, discover the top sales secrets of some seriously successful salespeople
  by Chris Penttila
• House party
  by Gwen Moran
• Proxity Electronic Commerce System: www.proxity.com
  by Steve Cooper
• Guiding light: a good sense of style—and smell—helped a candle-maker fire up his business
  by Sara Wilson
• To thine own self: how women business owners can conquer low self-esteem
  by Aliza Pilar Sherman
• Shark repellent: keep bullies at bay with these negotiating tips
  by Marc Diener
• Check it out
  by Nichole L. Torres
• Taking vets: special programs are fighting for veterans starting businesses
  by Nichole L. Torres
• Treasure hunt: dig deep to show customers you appreciate them
  by Kirsten Osolind
• Optimost: www.optimost.com
  by Steve Cooper
• Action sacked: a new law aims to protect you from class-action suits
  by Jane Easter Bahls
• Mind over matter: tae kwon do-practicing techies harness the power of martial arts to solve problems
  by Heather Clancy
• Weekenders: work full time? Still want to start a business? You can make it work
  by Nichole L. Torres
• Big box store: a unique storage solution for businesses is born out of old cargo containers and an eco-conscious attitude
  by Lori Kozlowski
• Center stage
  by Sara Wilson
• Listen carefully: knowing what startup advice to take and to toss is important. hear what others live by
  by Nichole L. Torres
• The modular squad
  by Amanda C. Kooser
• Wheel deals
  by Joan Szabo
• ReachLocal: www.reachlocal.com
  by Steve Cooper
• Running dry: if funding for small business investment companies dries up, who will suffer?
  by Crystal Detamore-Rodman
• Right in sight: wireless webcams give you a better view of your business
  by Amanda C. Kooser
• A day in the life: tag along with these 3 franchisees for a day, and see what it's really like to own a franchise
  by April Y. Pennington
• Shock value: can a controversial ad get customers to notice your great offer? It worked for this company
  by John Draper
• Partner power: have a great e-newsletter, but not enough people to share it with? Build your subscriber list with a co-registration campaign
  by Catherine Seda
• U.S. Postal Service business reply mail: www.usps.com/replymail
  by Steve Cooper
• Future's so bright: find out now how technology will evolve in the coming years
  by Mark Henricks
• It's a trap! Watch your step—pharming scams are lurking around every corner
  by Mike Hogan
• National Association for the Exchange of Industrial Resources: www.naeir.org
  by Steve Cooper
• What's your problem?
• Scratch a niche: targeting a narrow customer base with a niche business could be your key to success
  by Laura Koss-Feder
• Leading the way: pick-your-own mentor programs help new employees move ahead
  by Mark Henricks
• Robert Wagner hosts The Litigation Explosion, an eye-opening .expose of the growing need for asset protection and financial privacy