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Shows tagged as: small business

Wed, Jan 23 2013

Should Portland Mandate Sick Leave?

Portland City Commissioner Amanda Fritz has a proposal to mandate all Portland employers offer sick leave to employees.

Thu, Jun 7 2012

The $100 Startup

Portlander Chris Guillebeau's latest book is all about turning dreams and ideas into a dependable income.

Wed, May 30 2012

Talking Business

We talk with Portland Business Journal editor Rob Smith about the latest business news.

Thu, Jan 12 2012

Employers Unable To Find Skilled Workers

Even though unemployment remains high in Oregon, some businesses within the state are struggling to find skilled workers to hire.

Mon, Jul 25 2011

The View Point Inn

The View Point Inn, a 1920s hotel that once hosted presidents, celebrities and dignitaries, now sits empty after a fire and financial crisis. What will become of this Nationally Registered historic landmark?

Wed, Jul 20 2011

Starting Up

How do new companies use public and private funds to help get their ideas off the ground?

Mon, Jul 18 2011

Box Stores in the City

How do national big box stores customize themselves for urban settings?

Thu, May 5 2011

The Lipstick Economy

What's your personal economic indicator?

Tue, Feb 8 2011

Creating Sustainable Jobs

What makes a job sustainable?

Wed, Jun 23 2010

Southern Oregon's Green Economy

Measuring the economic impact of marijuana in Southern Oregon.

Wed, Jan 20 2010

Why is Small Beautiful?

Are small companies better than large ones?

Fri, Jan 8 2010

Helping Minority and Women - Owned Businesses

How can cities help women and minority-owned businesses thrive?

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