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How to Set Up an Appointment-Setting Service for Your Business
By Sean Peek | September 24, 2024

Appointment-setting services automatically book meetings with prospects. Learn how to find an appointment-setting service and how it can help your company.

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Adopting a CRM? How to Get Buy-in From Your Sales Department
By Mona Bushnell | September 19, 2024

Using CRM software in your business requires your sales team's input. Learn how to choose and implement the right CRM software for your team. 

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7 Websites for Comparing Small Business Insurance Quotes
By Amanda Clark | September 10, 2024

Finding the proper insurance coverage at a reasonable rate for your small business can be a challenge. Use these websites as online quote-comparison tools.

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Epos Now Review and Pricing Plans
By Jamie Johnson | September 06, 2024

Epos Now is an easy-to-use POS system with features for retailers, restaurants and hotels. Learn more about Epos Now's usability, costs and integrations.

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8×8 Review
By Jeff Hale | September 06, 2024

8x8 is an all-in-one communications platform that's great for international businesses. Find out why, see plan options and get costs.

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Nextiva Review
By Jeff Hale | September 06, 2024

The Nextiva business phone system is a feature-rich phone, messaging and video conferencing platform. Get detailed pricing information and key insights.

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Ooma Review
By Jeff Hale | September 06, 2024

With robust features and an easy-to-use interface, Ooma is the best business phone system for small businesses. See pricing and plans.

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GoTo Connect Review
By Jeff Hale | September 06, 2024

GoTo Connect is an all-in-one communications solution for small businesses looking for a cloud-based phone, meeting and messaging platform for hybrid and remote teams.

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401(k) Plan: What It Is and How to Choose One
By Jennifer Post | September 05, 2024

A 401(k) is a benefit offered by employers that incentivizes employees to save money for their retirement. Here's how to choose one for your business.

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PayPal and Merchant Account Differences
By Dock David Treece | September 05, 2024

PayPal and merchant accounts have some key differences. While PayPal users get an account similar to a merchant account, they also get a lot more.

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The Best Business Card Scanners
By Chad Brooks | August 27, 2024

Keeping stacks of business cards in a wallet or purse is no longer practical. Save contact info faster with one of the best scanners for business cards.

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The 25 Most Important Features to Look for in a CRM Solution
By Tom Anziano | August 26, 2024

These 25 crucial CRM software features will help you operate your business more efficiently. Learn about choosing the right CRM solution for your needs.

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11 Benefits of CRM Systems
By Kiely Kuligowski | August 26, 2024

A CRM can help a business in many ways, from selling products and services to devising new marketing campaigns. Here are some key benefits of a CRM system.

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Upping Your Diversity Game: Tech That Enables a More Diverse Talent Pool
By Erin Donaghue | August 21, 2024

There are tools to help you recruit diverse talent and remove bias from the hiring process. Learn more about diversity hiring technology.

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Stripe vs. Square: Which Is Better for Your Business?
By Jamie Johnson | August 15, 2024

Square and Stripe are popular payment processing services for small and growing businesses. Here's how to tell which is the best service for your business.

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Stripe vs. Authorize.net: Credit Card Processing Comparison
By Jamie Johnson | August 15, 2024

This comparison of Stripe and Authorize.net examines the pros and cons of each, and how they stack up against one another in price and features.

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7 Best Project Management Apps
By Julie Thompson | August 14, 2024

See which project management apps are among the most popular and effective for small businesses.

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What Is Reputation Insurance?
By Adam Uzialko | August 13, 2024

This guide explains reputation insurance and how it works to protect the value of a business’s brand.

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How to Choose a Reputation Management Service
By Max Freedman | August 13, 2024

Learn how to choose the best online reputation management service for your small business

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Project Management Software Buying Guide
By Adam Uzialko | August 13, 2024

Find out what project management software is, its benefits and how to choose which program to buy.

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Nextiva vs. Dialpad
By Jeff Hale | August 09, 2024

This comparison of Nextiva and Dialpad evaluates each business phone system for SMBs.

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Stripe vs. PayPal
By Dock David Treece | August 08, 2024

Read our comparison of Stripe and PayPal to see which provider can best help your business accept payments.

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What Mailing Equipment Does My SMB Need?
By Katharine Paljug | August 07, 2024

Small businesses don't want to overspend on mailing and shipping. See if you need postage equipment, and learn the equipment types and costs.  

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ActivTrak Review
By Neil Cumins | July 24, 2024

ActivTrak offers a free version of its employee monitoring software with core features to monitor up to three users. The paid version supports unlimited monitoring for just $7.20 per user, per month.

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Best Free Office Suites: Microsoft Office Alternatives
By Sara Angeles | July 16, 2024

Microsoft Office isn't the only game in town. If it's too expensive or if you just don't like it, check out these free Office alternatives. 

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ProTexting Review
By Max Freedman | July 16, 2024

ProTexting lets you run automated campaigns and send multimedia SMS messages to connect with customers.

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Using a PEO to Offer Employee Health Insurance
By Kaylyn McKenna | July 10, 2024

Learn how a professional employer organization (PEO) can help your small business offer health insurance, stay compliant, and cut down on paperwork.

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How to Choose the Best Pay Schedule for Your Business
By Matt D’Angelo | July 08, 2024

Businesses have different needs when it comes to paying employees. Learn how to choose the best schedule for paying your team.

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Zelle for Business
By Julie Thompson | July 08, 2024

Zelle allows instant digital payments. Learn about Zelle’s fees, its pros and cons, how to get started, and how it compares to other digital payment methods.

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Thryv Review
By Tom Anziano | July 02, 2024

Read our review of Thryv to find out how it can help your service business with SMS marketing and omnichannel customer communications.