F E A T U R E S
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Top fve tax mistakes
that small business
owners make
The best way to avoid
taxophobia is to keep good records
of expenses and correctly label employees.
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Little things make a big impact
Tips to better business from a vending
industry veteran, in two parts.
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Are you paying your
drivers correctly?
If the vending vehicle is less than 10,000
pounds, operators could be in violation when
they don't pay overtime to drivers and vehicle
service technicians.
Contents
FEBRUARY 2014
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21st Century Frame of Mind
One grandson's effort to improve consumer
experience while keeping family tradition alive
in this two-route Minnesota operation
S U C C E S S S T O R Y
D E P A R T M E N T S
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Editor's Note
Vision, dedication and know-
how drives the success of
many entrepreneurs.
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Publisher's Note
We've revamped our Website
to better serve you.
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VendingMarketWatch
News
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OCS Update
Continually decreasing
coffee prices mean that
operators can offer higher-
quality coffee for less.
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Products
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NAMA Insight
Preparing and executing a facility
tour is a great way to get involved
in issues that affect the industry.
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Spotlight
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Marketplace
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Route Driver
Mike Edwards,
Greensboro Vending & Coffee,
Greensboro, N.C.
BONUS CONTENT
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