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September 24th,2007

99 Ways to Kill Your Business

By Kelly Erb

When Dolly Parton uttered the phrase, “It takes some effort to look like this” in the film, Steel Magnolias, audiences knew exactly what she meant. Anything worth doing takes some effort. That’s just as true for building a business as much as it is for killing one.

Fortunately, we at b5media’s Business Channel can be of help. If you’re trying to trash your business, we have 99 tips to put you on the right track.

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Getting too much positive feedback on the web? Then read Behind the Buzz’ 9 worst practices in social media and take steps now to crush your reputation.

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Running a home business but not running it into the ground? You can if you consider Home Biz Notes’ mistakes for home business owners.

Your home is your castle – why enjoy it when you could constantly rue your decision to buy your home? To do it right, Property Crossroads recommends that you commit these nine mistakes that may cause you buyer regret.

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Finally, once you’ve made your business successful, you have to work to destroy your credibility – but it can be done. Check out Successful Blog’s tips to kill your credibility at a live networking event.

Remember, ruining your business doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time, effort and energy. But if you work at it, you can make it happen.