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Commentary
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New programs target prosperity Down East
October 1, 2012The Down East region is taking some big strides in creating a stronger economic climate — thanks to a "help comes to those who help themselves" approach.
October 1, 2012 - commentary
New programs may help small businesses cut health care costs
September 17, 2012The No. 1 issue facing most Maine businesses is how to afford health insurance coverage for their employees. There are several provisions in the Affordable Care Act that help employers insure their work force.
September 17, 2012 - commentary
A new market opens for legal settlement specialists in Maine
September 17, 2012Litigation is a burden to business. While at least 90% of all cases settle, it is often after money is spent on fees, valuable internal resources are diverted and good will is lost.
September 17, 2012 - commentary
Should your employees telecommute? Assessing the risks.
September 17, 2012Technological advances and innovations bring advantages and efficiencies. But, sooner or later, most changes bring potential disadvantages as well.
September 17, 2012 - commentary
Why Dead River Co. isn't just an oil company anymore
September 3, 2012Energy is dynamic. So is the energy industry with a myriad of factors affecting everything from what's acceptable to what's available. Energy trends have taken us light years beyond where we could have envisioned back in 1936 when Dead River Co
September 3, 2012 From the editor | Labors of love, or nearly so
September 3, 2012Labor Day always provides an opportunity to stop and think about your job and your career.
September 3, 2012- commentary
Defining 'care'
August 20, 2012Under the federal Family Medical Leave Act an employee is allowed to take time off when "needed to care for" a family member with a serious health condition or a covered servicemember with a serious injury or illness.
August 20, 2012 - commentary
Bangor's growing cultural offerings underscore its creative economy
August 20, 2012It's a great problem to have: Do we head to the Cool Sounds concert and outdoor market in Pickering Square in downtown Bangor or over to the Pecha Kucha event at Nocturnem Draft Haus?
August 20, 2012 Yup, we're listening
August 20, 2012We had a great visit in Bangor back in March. It was our first On the Road reception of 2012 and several of us Mainebiz editorial folks were able to sit with a group of Bangor-area CEOs and business owners for a reader roundtable.
August 20, 2012- commentary
Prosperity bound
August 6, 2012T he depth of our most recent economic slump has left people questioning investment in post-secondary training and education, has sparked debates over the value of liberal arts versus more technical training, and has challenged lower- and middle-
August 6, 2012 - Commentary
Renewed activity, especially in the Portland market, bodes well for Maine development
July 23, 2012As the new president of the Maine Real Estate and Development Association, I have become more keenly aware of the challenges and difficulties in developing commercial and residential projects in Maine.
July 23, 2012 - From the editor
Insulating factors
July 23, 2012My dad visited recently and, given his proclivity toward puttering, volunteered to replace our wall phone in the kitchen.
July 23, 2012 - Commentary
Seeking trade opportunities beyond our borders requires financial savvy
July 9, 2012I have received many inquiries over the past few months related to Europe's stability, the growth of emerging countries and what that might mean for Maine businesses.
July 9, 2012 - From the editor
Pardon, our slip is showing
July 9, 2012You never get too full of yourself in journalism. Just when you think you're on a roll, reality rears up and slaps you upside the head.
July 9, 2012 - Commentary
How to tell if crowdfunding is right for your business
June 25, 2012If you own or are starting a small business, we don't have to tell you how tough it is to raise capital from outside investors. Persuading someone to risk money on your company is difficult enough.
June 25, 2012 - From the editor
Sustenance takes many forms
June 25, 2012Sustainability is a word I usually associate with environmentally friendly practices such as recycling, buying local and reducing energy use.
But lately I've been thinking about it in human capital terms.
June 25, 2012
