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Start-ups can get a huge boost from partnering with larger companies. Bespoke Post and Parking Panda are growing thanks to key partners.

Merging a business into your own is like rebuilding a plane while in flight. Heres how to keep flying. Acquiring other companies can be a great strategy to grow your company.

The last thing we need are more meetings, but having a company-wide gathering will allow you to make sure that everyone is marching toward the same goals. I admit it, all-hands meetings are a tough one, especially if you’ve got a larger small business. At my company, VerticalResponse , we were once split between two floors in a building and didn’t have the luxury of space to get everyone together

It takes more than a firm handshake to make a great first impression these days. Use these tips to make sure you're getting it right

Firing someone is hard -- but getting fired is always harder.

Narcissists are at a greater risk for high blood pressure and heart problems; Also, men with higher levels of lead are more likely to be pessimistic; And, women consistently report higher levels of pain than men.

CBSNews.com's Nick Dietz has the details on this week's latest HealthPop news, including a CDC binge drinking report, and provocative nicotine and marijuana studies

A new report from the CDC estimates that 38 million U.S. adults binge drink four times a month; Also, using nicotine patches or gum will not help you quit smoking for good; And, the occasional marijuana joint may temporarily impair your judgment, but it won't permanently hurt your lungs

The FDA reports powerful prescription painkillers, including Percocet, may have been packaged with over the counter medications by mistake -- leading to a large-scale drug recall. Dr

Scientists grow sperm in a lab, bacteria , and how can an electronic nose sniff out diseases? CBSNews.com's Nick Dietz has the details

Viable sperm is grown in a lab, outside a man's body; Also, bacteria is found on six different brands of unused, supposedly clean, paper towels; And, scientists develop an electronic nose to sniff out tuberculosis. CBSNews.com's Nick Dietz has the details

Maggots making a medical comeback; are working moms healthier?; and, walk faster than 3 mph and don't fear the reaper.

The triumphant return of maggots to clean open wounds; Also, working moms are happy and healthy; And, walk faster than 3 mph, and don't fear the reaper. CBSNews.com's Nick Dietz has the details - and a cowbell!

What does "heading" a soccer ball do to brains? Chewing gum makes kids better test-takers?

What "heading" a soccer ball does to your brain; Also, chewing gum can make you a better test taker; And, scientists confirm that boozing can lead to really bad decisions. CBSNews.com's Nick Dietz has the details.