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Best Billing Practices for Small B2B Companies
By Jennifer Post | June 05, 2024

This guide includes billing tips for small B2B companies looking to maintain a healthy cash flow.

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More Than Prototypes: A Look at the 3D Printing Industry
By Bennett Conlin | June 05, 2024

The 3D printing industry is set to continue growing. Here's how at-home small businesses can benefit as this technology becomes more accessible.

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8 Crazy Marketing Gimmicks Gone Horribly Wrong
By Natalie Hamingson | June 04, 2024

Not all marketing campaigns go as planned. We break down some of the biggest marketing failures of all time.

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Presentation Skills Every Business Owner Should Have
By Katharine Paljug | June 04, 2024

Accomplish your goals by mastering business presentation skills with preparation, practice and these tips.

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What Is Predictive Analytics?
By Shannon Flynn | May 24, 2024

It's easier than ever for businesses to use historical data for insightful projections. Learn how to get the most out of predictive analytics.

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What Are Demographics In Marketing?
By Mark Fairlie | May 20, 2024

Successful companies spend money on marketing only to people they know want what they sell. But how do they find these consumers? With demographics.

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Track Your Goals With These 10 Free Tools
By Tejas Vemparala | May 17, 2024

Digital and analog tools can track your progress toward achieving your goals. Learn 10 tools to measure progress and milestones and boost productivity.

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How to Write Email Subject Lines
By Chad Brooks | May 17, 2024

Your recipients' inboxes are likely flooded, but a catchy subject line can make you stand out. Learn how to create effective email subject lines.

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How to Make Sure You’re EEO Compliant
By Max Freedman | May 17, 2024

Stay compliant with equal employment opportunity laws using this guide on EEO best practices.

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10 Top Expense Trackers
By Sean Peek | May 17, 2024

Expense trackers can help you track and document how you and your team are spending money. These are some of the best expense trackers out there today.

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Entering Bills Into QuickBooks: A Complete Guide
By Vishal Sanjay | May 16, 2024

QuickBooks can help businesses with accurate financial reporting and decision-making. Learn how to enter bills into QuickBooks.

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How to Hire for Your Startup: The First 8 People You Should Hire
By Skye Schooley | May 16, 2024

Here are some of the most commonly suggested first hires for your business.

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Deal or No Deal: Are Coupons Good for Business?
By Kim Ann Zimmermann | May 16, 2024

Coupons have benefits and risks. Here's how small businesses can use coupons to boost sales and retain customers.

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Why Your Company Should Offer Online Coupons
By Isaiah Atkins | May 16, 2024

Online coupons are digital codes that let customers redeem offers and promotions. Learn how to use online coupons to attract and retain online shoppers.

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What Is Cost Accounting?
By David Gargaro | May 14, 2024

Cost accounting scrutinizes your business's expenses. Companies, such as manufacturers, use cost accounting. Learn more about this type of accounting.

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Guide to Hiring Employees
By Jennifer Post | May 09, 2024

Your hiring process is the key to acquiring the right new employees. Learn how to improve the way you bring new people on board.

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What Is the Expense Recognition Principle?
By Dock David Treece | May 09, 2024

The expense recognition principle is a concept in accounting outlining when a business should recognize its expenses. Learn how it works.

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Tired of Yelp? 14 Alternative Business Review Websites
By Adam Uzialko | May 08, 2024

Yelp is the biggest name in business review sites, but it's not the only game in town. Check out 14 Yelp alternatives for honest feedback and information.

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6 Confusing Things About Accepting Credit Cards
By Marci Martin | May 08, 2024

Remove the confusion around accepting credit cards at your small business and learn what to look out for in a credit card processing company.

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Have You Been Hacked? How to Recover From a Data Breach
By Sammi Caramela | May 07, 2024

A hack or data breach can be extremely costly, but your business can still recover. Here's how to survive after your network is compromised.

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What Is Cost Allocation?
By Sally Herigstad | May 02, 2024

Cost allocation is a process businesses use to identify costs. Here's everything you need to know.

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What Is an Accounts Payable Aging Report?
By Donna Fuscaldo | May 01, 2024

The accounts payable aging report can give you a complete view of your cash flow from one month to the next.

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What Is a Pay Card?
By Natalie Hamingson | April 24, 2024

If you're considering offering pay cards as an option for your workers, you'll want to do your research.

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Should Your Business Use Niche Software?
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | April 24, 2024

There's general software solutions or ones meant for your industry. How do you choose between them?

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Connecting to Your PC From Anywhere
By Chad Brooks | April 22, 2024

Learn how remote desktop software allows you or an IT expert to access your work computer offsite.

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The Importance of Maintaining Clean Data
By Hannah Tayson | April 19, 2024

Data management is important for sales, customer relations and productivity. Here are some tips for good data management.

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What Is the Double Declining Balance Depreciation Method?
By Dock David Treece | April 19, 2024

Double declining balance depreciation is a method of quickly depreciating large business assets. Learn how and when to use it.

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How to Set Up Workflows With a CRM
By Max Freedman | April 19, 2024

CRM workflows can help automate key sales, marketing and customer services tasks. Here is how to create them.

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What Is Consumerization of IT?
By Adam Uzialko | April 19, 2024

Consumerization of IT refers to the increased use of employee-owned tech devices and consumer-driven online services in the workplace.

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How to Create a CRM Dashboard – With Examples
By Max Freedman | April 18, 2024

CRM dashboards offer instant insights into the metrics that matter most to your success. Here is what your dashboard should include.