• Squeaky Clean
  Scared of germs on your desktop? Check out the Wireless Laser Mouse with Nano Coating Technology from IOGEAR.

• SBA Improves
  The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently launched a fresh design for its Web site. It’s a big improvement. Information is easier to find.
  
  

GET CONNECTED TIPS
Nifty ideas you can use to build a better business

• Specific E-Mails
  When blasting out an e-mail marketing campaign or sending an e-newsletter, make sure your subject line does its job.

• Are You Covered?
  Insurance coverage for small businesses isn’t a one-time buy. As your business grows, your insurance needs change.

GET CONNECTED TAXES
Savvy strategies to help reduce your taxes

• New IRS Publication
  A new publication from the IRS might make light reading for small-business owners.

• Waiting For Your Refund?
  If you filed an accurate paper tax return for 2006, you should get your refund with six to eight weeks after the IRS received your return. You can check on the status of your refund 72 hours after you e-filed your return or four weeks after mailing your return.

GET CONNECTED TO-DO
Trade shows, conferences, seminars and workshops to boost your business

• Communication Skills: Results Through Collaboration
  If you want to be a better communicator, you’ve got to have the right tool set. In this three-day seminar from Learning Tree International, you’ll gain practical experience to enhance your communication skills.

• Exceptional Presentation Training Workshop
  Get the jump on the competition. Learn to deliver dynamic messages, so potential clients will choose your products and services. This two-day, interactive workshop by Baker Communications Inc. focuses on professional business communication.

GET CONNECTED TRAINING
Know-how you need to succeed

• Don’t Goof Up
  First impressions count, especially in business. So the next time you’re out schmoozing potential clients, don’t make a blunder. Here are five ways you can blow a good first impression.

• Increase Online Sales
  You enticed customers to visit your Web site. You even convinced them to put products in their shopping cars. Now they’re ready to check out. But wait! You can sell them more.