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'Fine Fundamentals'

The national economy has a chance to grow at least 3% in 2014, one analyst says. The potential hurdle is a common business foe: the federal government.

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Recovery on Track

Gary Jackson has his finger on the economic pulse of the region, and he's optimistic about 2014.

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Government bonds: financial disaster

Government bonds are decreasing in value because the public is unwilling to take interest payments of 1.5% to 2% annually for the risk of holding government debt.

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Motor Momentum

A Gulf Coast RV firm is back on the road to sales growth after a brief, but painful, recession-forced detour. One turnaround key: a robust profit-sharing plan.

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What type of culture do you foster?

Through your attitude and actions in your business, are you creating a work environment of humility or arrogance?

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Background Check

Brandon Phillips started his business in a 150-square-foot office and now has 80 employees and 1,500 clients.

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Free to grow

John Giglio hasn't owned his own business for too long, but he's picked up on one key success tactic: Always innovate.

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Guru of defense

Military veteran Dan Vanderheyden was sick of seeing defense contractors who only cared about profits, so he and his friends decided to set out on their own.

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Over Achievement

Anne Frazier leads an army of volunteers who teach students about the benefits of the free-enterprise system in schools.

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Quality trumps quantity in social media

Social media may not provide huge returns, but they can help build an engaged, loyal customer base.

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Corporate Report: September 27

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Equipment: To buy, or lease?

Commercial equipment leasing is becoming the best financial option for businesses of all sizes.

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