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Do You Need an App for Your Small Business?
By Sean Peek | July 05, 2024

With mobile apps gaining traction as retail and marketing tools, should you invest in an app for your business? See if you need an app.

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What is BYOD?
By Jeremy Bender | July 05, 2024

BYOD (bring your own device) is an office policy that lets employees use personal devices to do company work. Learn the benefits and downsides.

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14 Beloved Brands Gone Forever
By Chad Brooks | July 03, 2024

Learn which of your former favorite companies are no longer around.

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Presale Strategy: How to Set Up a Successful Presale
By Natalie Hamingson | July 03, 2024

A presale is when you sell products you haven't yet created as a way to gauge customer interest. Learn what's involved in a successful presale.

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How to Create Alexa for Business Skills Without Coding Experience
By Chad Brooks | July 02, 2024

This how-to guide explains how you can create useful Alexa for Business skills without the need for programming knowledge.

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What Is Greenwashing?
By Carlyann Edwards | July 02, 2024

Greenwashing might sound clean, but it's a dirty business practice. Here's everything you need to know about greenwashing.

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15 Accounting Payment Terms and How to Work With Them
By Jamie Johnson | June 28, 2024

Get your customers to pay their bills quickly with these accounting payment terms and strategies.

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What Is the Dow Jones Industrial Average?
By Donna Fuscaldo | June 27, 2024

The Dow Jones Industrial Average, or the Dow, is an index that shows how 30 companies have traded in the stock market.

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How Salesforce Essentials Differs From Other Salesforce Plans
By Max Freedman | June 27, 2024

Salesforce Essentials is a CRM best suited for extremely small businesses with limited resources. Here is how it can benefit your small business.

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How Salesforce Starter Suite Can Serve Your Business
By Shayna Waltower | June 27, 2024

Salesforce Starter Suite is a CRM best suited for small businesses with limited resources. Learn how it can benefit your company.

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What Is IaaS?
By Adam Uzialko | June 26, 2024

Learn about infrastructure as a service, or IaaS, and how to use this cloud computing service model for your small business.

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What Are MACRA and MIPS?
By Max Freedman | June 25, 2024

The 2015 MACRA law introduced the MIPS reimbursement system, for which your practice may need to register and file data. Here's what you need to know.

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How Long Do Computers Last? 10 Signs You Need a New One
By Derek Walter | June 25, 2024

Is it time for you to replace your computer? If you think it is, these 10 signs can help confirm your suspicions.

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11 Email Marketing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
By Bennett Conlin | June 25, 2024

Learn how to avoid these email marketing mistakes that plague small businesses.

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A Guide to Management Accounting for Businesses
By Sally Herigstad | June 21, 2024

This guide describes management accounting and how it is used to inform business decisions and strategies.

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Accounts Payable vs. Accounts Receivable
By Donna Fuscaldo | June 21, 2024

Want to optimize your cash flow management? Spend more time with your accounts payable and receivable.

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Studies Reveal the Skills Employers (Really) Want
By Erin Donaghue | June 21, 2024

The job skills in this guide are among the most important employer's look for in the hiring process.

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How to Accept Recurring Payments
By Max Freedman | June 20, 2024

Your customers and clients won't always remember to pay on time. Learn how to accept recurring payments to counter this problem.

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Financial Management for Startups
By Rebecka Green | June 20, 2024

You can't neglect financial health in the crucial early stages of building a business. Here are seven financial management tips for startups.

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Everyone Is Not Your Customer: That’s OK
By Adam Uzialko | June 17, 2024

Knowing who your customers are allows you to focus your marketing campaigns, offer specialized products or services, and adapt as your industry changes.

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Which Cloud-Based Business Phone System Is Right For Your Business?
By Kiely Kuligowski | June 17, 2024

There are lots of options for cloud-based phone systems, but how do you find the right one? Our buyer's guide has all the information you need.

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These Workers Are Most Worried About Layoffs
By Elsier Otachi | June 14, 2024

Layoffs are picking up in multiple industries. Discover the most impacted roles, how economic downturns impact small businesses, and tips to avoid letting workers go.

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Small Business Data Breach: Mitigating the Damage
By Steven Melendez | June 13, 2024

Follow these tips to protect your small business's network and mitigate the costs of a data breach.

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Writing Press Releases That Actually Get Read
By Tom Anziano | June 11, 2024

Learn how to write effective press releases that will help your business get news coverage, pique investors' interests, and drive brand recognition.

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10 Kinds of People That Get Hired Most
By Skye Schooley | June 11, 2024

Wondering which personalities are right for your business? Focus on these personality types when hiring new employees.

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What Is Mobile Device Management?
By Andreas Rivera | June 10, 2024

Securing and monitoring company devices isn't easy, but implementing a system has many security benefits. Learn what to look for in an MDM solution.

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10 Best Mind Mapping Apps for Small Businesses
By Tom Anziano | June 10, 2024

Also known as brainstorming tools, mind-mapping apps can help you generate, execute and share creative ideas.

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12 Tips for Building an Effective Business Website
By Jennifer Dublino | June 07, 2024

Learn best practices to make your business website easy to find and effective at converting online users into paying customers.

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How to Make Your Product Famous (for Almost Nothing)
By Sean Peek | June 06, 2024

Want to get your product featured in a movie or TV show? Here's what you need to do.

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Tips for Starting a Podcast
By Paula Fernandes | June 06, 2024

A podcast is a popular and versatile media form used to promote a business. Learn podcast basics, tips for success and how to get started.