Alison Meadows

Alison is an award winning writer.

Microsoft Says Goodbye to Hotmail as they Launch New Version of Outlook

Microsoft has been having users try out their all new “Outlook.com” web-based email in preview mode for the past six months, and now they say it is time to transition away from Hotmail and begin to use the full version … Continue reading

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Small Business Optimistic Despite Continued Uncertainty

The National Federation of Independent Business released the data on their business optimism index on Tuesday, which rose by almost 1 percent to a total of 88.9 in January. The index has been going up since its 2 and a … Continue reading

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First-Class Mail Slow Down Could Hurt US Businesses

For those who think snail mail is a thing of the past, think again. Yes its true that most bills are paid, most legal briefs are filed, and much Christmas shopping gets done on line, but for things like magazines, … Continue reading

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Pepco Holdings Helping Minorities

Yesterday, Pepco Holding, Inc. (PHI) conducted a one day Energy conference for certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBE’s). The goal is provide reverse discrimination opportunities for Minority Business Enterprises. MBE executives will receive information about opportunities to serve as suppliers for … Continue reading

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Its Black Friday, Have Fun

Tomorrow is Black Friday, the post Thanksgiving shopping day. Stores open their doors at 12.01 AM on Friday morning and will be giving great sales on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Statistically, retailers earn 30% of their November profits during these … Continue reading

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