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      <description><![CDATA[You know you've done it: Used your company's computer equipment to finish up a job you're doing for a freelance client. Learn the right ways to manage both full-time and freelance work.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Attention freelancers: Are you a slave to your clients? If so, it's time to set boundaries between your work and home.]]></description>
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