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The Self-Employed Push To Repeal The 'Health-Care Tax' (BusinessWeek)

The nation's 9 million self-employed—sole proprietors with few or no employees, contract workers, and freelancers—constitute about 8% of the total U.S. labor force, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. (The Census Bureau counts 22 million sole-proprietors, but it's not clear how many of those may be payroll workers as well.) "You correct this, think of the widespread health benefit you would give to so many people," says Kristie Arslan, executive director of the lobbying group National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE), which represents the self-employed in Washington.

Aug 11, 2009

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Can You See Me Now?

Vision may be the most precious of our senses. Too bad many of us take it for granted. But we shouldn’t. By age 65, one-third of the U.S. population has some form of sight-impairing disease. And in many cases, serious eye disorders give no warning signs. Fortunately, many vision problems are preventable. This report outlines common threats to eye health and simple steps to neutralize them.

Aug 11, 2009

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Coping With Osteoarthritis

If you live long enough, chances are good you’ll develop osteoarthritis in one or more joints. An estimated 33 million Americans now have the disorder, according to the Arthritis Foundation. And the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention predicts the number will rise to 67 million by 2030.

Aug 11, 2009

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It’s (Big) Business As Usual In Washington, D.C., Says NASE

The NASE recently spoke out on current health care reform legislation, which is notably missing two items that would have a substantial effect on the affordability of coverage for the self-employed - allowing the self-employed to deduct their health care costs as a business expense and expanding eligibility of Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs).

Aug 11, 2009

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National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) Health Reform Priorities

Detailed explanations of the NASE's health care reform priorities and the NASE's perspective on key components of reform.

Aug 10, 2009

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A Guide To Hiring Disabled Workers

The next time you’re hiring, there’s a good chance you could meet an applicant with a disability. According to the 2000 Census, about 50 million Americans—about one in five people—have some form of disability. And more than two-thirds of unemployed people with a disability say they would rather work. Even if you’re not hiring, a current employee could end up with a disability as a result of an accident or a diagnosed disease. The possibility increases with the age of your workforce. Successfully integrating these staffers into your workplace will benefit you and them.

Aug 09, 2009

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For The Self-Employed, It's An Endless Workweek (Wall Street Journal)

Gene Fairbrother, lead business consultant for the National Association for the Self-Employed, says at least occasional breaks from work are critical. People tend to perform poorly when overworked, and their personal and professional relationships can deteriorate.

Aug 04, 2009

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From the President

These days micro-business owners are looking for opportunities—opportunities to reduce costs, attract new customers, build business relationships, influence business-friendly regulations, and more.

Jul 29, 2009

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Look Who’s Talking

Word-of-mouth referrals have always been a powerful way for micro-business owners to get new customers without incurring costly marketing and advertising expenses. But, people are no longer solely sharing their opinions over their backyard fences with neighbors or at office water coolers with colleagues. These days, they’re posting their opinions online for total strangers to read. And those opinions are having a real impact on consumers and businesses alike.

Jul 29, 2009

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Why You Don’t Need To Super Size

Few people in the business world look down on home-based companies these days. But if a potential client balks because of your firm’s lack of size or real estate, use your smallness (and your homeyness) to your advantage.

Jul 29, 2009

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