The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits has reached its lowest level in seven weeks, a sign that the U.S. economy and job market are steadily improving.

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From the encouragement of big name graduation speakers, to sound TED Talk advice and remembering those who are no longer with us, here are 11 examples of words of wisdom.

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If you have a promising idea for a new venture, don’t let a lack of funds prevent you from following through. Here are eight tips to bootstrap your way to business success:

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Sony’s flip-flop on releasing “The Interview” shows the studio is working furiously to try to chart the right course through political and public-opinion minefields.

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American Airlines CEO Doug Parker is rewarding employees who have already reached new labor agreements with the company with an extra 4-percent raise.

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Christmas in the Park (CITP) is our small business of the day

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Martha Isabel and Guadalupe Velasquez had spent two hours waiting to cross over a pedestrian bridge from Mexico to Nogales, Arizona.

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Creditors of jailed real estate mogul Tim Blixseth are asking a federal judge in Washington state to find the onetime billionaire’s wife in contempt of court as they try to chase down his far-flung assets.

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Here are 10 tips you can immediately apply for quick productivity wins. 

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If a Scrooge client is scaring the dickens out of you, don’t let it spoil your holiday season. A visit from the Spirit of Business Past, the Spirit of Business Present, and the Spirit of Business Future will make even the sourest customer as sweet as Tiny Tim.

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