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Between The Lines

BY Fast Company StaffWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:06 AM

The stories behind this issue's stories.READ»

60 Seconds with Ray Kurzweil

BY Lucas ConleyWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:05 AM

Futurist and inventor Ray Kurzweil has been alive 56 years. In that time, he has invented a reading machine for the blind, built orchestra-quality music synthesizers, and pioneered speech-recognition technology. His book Fantastic Voyage (Rodale Books, 2004) offers a peek at what he will do with the time he has left. Which is to say, forever.READ»

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Send This Column to 1,000 Friends...

BY Martin KihnWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:05 AM

Our Net Debunking Unit sorts through four common email hoaxes stuffing your inbox.READ»

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Your Blog Here!

BY Jena McGregorWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:05 AM

There's no shortage of online verbiage dedicated to the advertising industry -- but in the blogosphere, as in the ad biz, it's tough to navigate the cacophony. Here are our top ad-blog picks.READ»

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A Katzenbach Reader

BY Keith H. HammondsWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:05 AM

Since 1993, Jon R. Katzenbach has written prolifically on organizational change, drawing from hundreds of company studies to distill ideas that have, in turn, informed the construction of his new firm, Katzenbach Partners LLC. Here's our must-read list.READ»

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Smart Risks

BY Jennifer VilagaWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:05 AM

A new book says that making smarter bets is your key to better luck tomorrow.READ»

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"Buy Bracelets"

BY Julie BickWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:05 AM

Lance Armstrong's yellow livestrong bracelets have raised more than $30 million to fight cancer since May 2004. They've also set off a thriving aftermarket -- and a host of silicone wannabes.READ»

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Will It Edit Out ABBA?

BY Alison OverholtWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:04 AM

From cassette deck to hard drive.READ»

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Office Handbook

BY Ryan UnderwoodWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:04 AM

Expense-account hell!READ»

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"Don't Drink the Grape-Flavored Sugar Water..."

BY Martin KihnWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:04 AM

The Consultant Debunkers find a certain saying hard to swallow.READ»

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Trump, Distilled

BY Diana RansomWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:04 AM

Love the Donald but can't spare time for The Apprentice? Then the official Apprentice talking Trump doll is for you! A full 12 inches tall, in a classic navy suit and trademark red tie, this $24.99 mini-Trump offers 17 memorable magnate witticisms -- which is all anyone really needs.READ»

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Datebook

BY Danielle SacksWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:04 AM

Critical calendar listings for March 2005.READ»

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Speak Easy

BY Ryan UnderwoodWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:04 AM

Here are five tips to help you get over your fear of public speaking.READ»

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Jonesing for Soda

BY Ryan UnderwoodWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:04 AM

In an energetic, enormously candid interview, Jones Soda's founder shares some stories about the building blocks of his business.READ»

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Liquidity Events

BY Jena McGregorWed Dec 19, 2007 at 8:04 AM

These days, for better or worse, everyone seems to be a blogger. How to know what's worth reading? This month, Fast Company unveils our top picks from the ever-expanding blog universe -- starting with the best from the world of venture capital.READ»

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