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Want to Be a Good Leader? Step One: Know Thyself
By Tom Anziano | January 29, 2024

Successful leaders must know themselves. Learn why self-awareness is important, see examples of self-awareness and learn how to become more self-aware.

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What to Do If You Think You’re Underpaid
By Max Freedman | January 29, 2024

Preparation, negotiation skills and the right game plan are the start of increasing your salary. See our tips for getting a raise.

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How to Set up a Conference Call on an iPhone
By Jennifer Dublino | January 29, 2024

You can include up to five people in iPhone conference calls. To conference with more people and for special features, look into business phone systems.

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What After-Hours Emails Really Do to Your Employees
By Marisa Sanfilippo | January 26, 2024

Employees may feel obligated to check and answer emails after work, but this extra expectation causes stress and hurts productivity and work-life balance.

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Fear of Being Fired Has Killed the American Vacation
By Sammi Caramela | January 25, 2024

Many Americans forego vacations because of job-loss fears. Learn how to promote a culture of time off in your business to improve work-life balance.

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Mental Health Billing vs. Medical Billing
By Max Freedman | January 25, 2024

Mental health billing differs from medical billing due to variables in mental healthcare not present in primary or specialty care. Learn what's involved.

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Find the Best Invoice App for Your Business
By Katharine Paljug | January 25, 2024

Invoicing customers can be time-consuming. Learn about invoicing apps that make creating, sending and tracking invoices easy so you can get paid faster.

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The Definition of Independent Contractor Is About To Change
By Bassam Kaado | January 24, 2024

The new Department of Labor proposal can determine what classifies an independent contractor from an employee, impacting the current workforce.

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How to Reduce Your Business Tax Liability
By Katharine Paljug | January 24, 2024

Paying taxes is never fun, but there are steps you can take to reduce your business' tax liability. See our tips and answers to common tax questions.

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What is a Tax Audit? What Do You Do If You Get Audited?
By Simone Johnson | January 24, 2024

A tax audit is a review of your reported data to ensure it is correct. Here is how a small business can avoid one and how to handle it when the IRS calls.

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Exempt vs. Nonexempt: What Is the Difference?
By Skye Schooley | January 24, 2024

Employers must designate employees as exempt or nonexempt. Learn the differences between exempt and nonexempt workers and how to classify them correctly.

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Overtime Pay and What It Means for Your Workers
By Andrew Martins | January 24, 2024

If your employees are regularly working past their 40 hours a week, you are liable to pay them overtime. Find out what that means for your business.

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Gross Pay vs. Net Pay
By Julie Thompson | January 24, 2024

Gross pay is what employees earn before taxes, benefits and payroll deductions are withheld. The remaining amount is net pay. Learn how to calculate each.

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How to Calculate Gross Wages
By Sally Herigstad | January 24, 2024

Calculating gross wages is the first step to compensating employees properly and keeping accurate payroll records. Learn about the process with this guide.

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Salary vs. Hourly: What’s Better for Your Business?
By Ada Rannels | January 24, 2024

Learn the differences between hourly and salaried employees – and how to determine which compensation model is right for your business.

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What Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know About Startup 401(k) Plans
By Julie Ritzer Ross | January 24, 2024

Learn what a startup 401(k) plan is, how they work and their benefits.

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6 ADP Payroll Alternatives
By Max Freedman | January 24, 2024

ADP is a leading name in payroll services, but it’s not right for everyone. One of these six ADP alternatives may make more sense for your business.

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The Smells That Make Shoppers Spend More
By Marisa Sanfilippo | January 24, 2024

Simple scents work best at getting customers to buy. Here’s how smells can make people want to spend money.

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How Do PEO and Payroll Services Differ?
By Max Freedman | January 23, 2024

Choosing which service is right for your business depends on several factors, including the size of your company. See our guide.

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How to Calculate and Pay the SUTA Tax
By Adam Uzialko | January 23, 2024

The State Unemployment Tax Act is a tax that states use to fund unemployment benefits. Determine your SUTA rate and employer obligations for paying SUTA.

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Deel Review
By Kaylyn McKenna | January 23, 2024

Deel is an international PEO that specializes in global payments. Find out whether the service is the right fit for your small business.

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Time Clock Rounding Best Practices
By Max Freedman | January 22, 2024

Time clock rounding is legal if you round to certain fractions of an hour and don't unfairly diminish employee pay. Learn how time clock rounding works.

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How to Set Up Direct Deposit
By Max Freedman | January 22, 2024

Direct deposit paychecks are so common that employees often expect them. Here’s how to set up direct deposit for your business.

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Should You Borrow From Your 401(k)?
By Joyce Walsack | January 22, 2024

This guide explains how to borrow from your 401(k) and the key things to consider when doing so.

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5 Tricks to Lower Your Credit Card Processing Fees
By Julianna Lopez | January 19, 2024

Credit card processing fees are necessary when your business accepts credit and debit cards. Learn about these costs and 5 ways to reduce processing fees.

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iPhone Credit Card Processing: What You Need to Know
By Adam Uzialko | January 19, 2024

Small businesses often use iPhones for credit card processing. Learn how to use your iPhone as a POS device and the best credit card processors for iPhone.