Subject: Seven reasons to start blogging

From: "SBC up2speed Business"<[email-masked]>
Date: Thu, 03 Nov 2005 04:21:05 -0500 (EST)

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Your source for business insights and opportunities | November 2005

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How sweet it is
How do you run two high-end ice cream franchises profitably? By sticking to a plain-vanilla telecom recipe.

Security breach?
State and federal bills to protect consumer data are moving forward. If you keep customer information, keep an eye on these proposals.

Blogging for business
Don't rule out your own blog. This cost-effective tool offers benefits ranging from more customer interaction to more revenue.

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| Podcasts. Do you download and listen to them?
| A. Regularly
| B. Occasionally

C. Never
See how your response compares to others.

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