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Small Business
Have a picnic, get a break
May 31, 2000: 5:28 p.m. ET

A staff picnic is a tax-deductible, morale-boosting way to thank workers
By Jane Applegate
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NEW YORK (CNNfn) - Why not plan a summer picnic for your staff? You don't have to spend a lot, but anything you do buy for a company party is fully tax-deductible.

Most people don't mind bringing a favorite dish for a potluck.

graphicIf people work in shifts, be sure to plan parties for different departments. An all-company picnic is a great way to thank your employees for all their hard work.

Be sure to invite your favorite visitors like the folks from Fedex, Airborne, UPS and your friendly postal person.  

(Jane Applegate, a syndicated columnist and author of 201 Great Ideas for Your Small Business, covers small business for CNNfn.Back to top

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