Selling off, staying on

Article Abstract:

Leon Seidman sold 55% of his Cosmic Pet Products Inc. to Four Paws Pet Products Inc. when debts threatened to kill his business. Seidman has a good relationship with his partner and Four Paws marketing skills have raised Cosmic Pet's earning from $200,000 in 1986 to $2.5 million in 1995.

All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing, Manufacturing industries, not elsewhere classified, Pet Supplies, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Acquisitions and mergers, Cosmic Pet Products Inc., Four Paws Products Ltd.

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To franchise, or not...

Article Abstract:

A restaurant owner considering franchising is advised to determine whether or not they have sufficient capital and management skill to grow as fast as franchising requires. Other advice is provided, and resources for further information are listed.

Brief Article, Business enterprises, Growth, Franchises

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Thorny issues in hiring

Article Abstract:

Employers may not ask job applicants their date of birth, place of birth and many other questions. Some questions about disabilities are acceptable within a narrow range. Arrest record, worker's compensation, religion and other areas are discussed.

Laws, regulations and rules, Employment interviewing, Employment discrimination

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