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- Makeup bars serve up beauty in a hurry
Flat-fee makeup bars are taking off in major cities, providing a fast, professional makeup job for women heading to a big event or who just want a better look than they can achieve themselves. Makeup bar owners say that unlike a department store service, clients won't feel pressure to buy products. The Wall Street Journal
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- Spas, salons offer up services to moms
Mothers of preschool-aged children will get a break this week when Dyer, Indiana's Faith MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) holds its annual "Spa Day." During the day, area spas and salons will offer makeup tips, mini-massages, quick manicures and other services. "Spa Day gives these moms a chance to refuel," said Leah Denson, the group's special events coordinator. "It's an opportunity many of the moms would not have otherwise." The Times (Munster-Hammond-Merrillville-Valparaiso, Ind.)
(11/1)
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- Travel agents see rising demand for foreign trips
Over half of U.S. travel agent revenue in 2011 came from trips to foreign destinations, according to an industry survey from Travel Weekly. The increase may be due to several factors, including agents who push higher-priced travel, travelers who seek out agents for more complicated international trips and pent-up demand for international travel that was put on hold during the recession. The boom in river cruises has also helped to fuel international travel, said American Society of Travel Agents President Nina Meyer. Travel Weekly
(10/31)
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- 4 tips for avoiding a lawsuit
A lawsuit could take a significant toll on your business' finances and reputation, but there are ways to reduce the risk of being sued. You should sign written contracts with your clients and examine your business for potential sources of risk, according to the Bolt Insurance Agency. Also, pay attention to the complaints you receive from your employees. NetworkSolutions.com
(10/30)
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- Stop failing at execution
Organizations are often good at creating strategies but fail when it comes time to execute on them, Clive Keyte of Intrafocus writes. However, this problem can be avoided by identifying clear goals and metrics you can use to carry out your strategy, he writes. "The key is to be really clear about what you are trying to achieve." B2C Marketing Insider
(10/30)
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