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Get Your Business Taxes in Order Before the New Year With These Tips
By Sally Herigstad | December 15, 2023

The year's last quarter is a good time for businesses to strategize spending and expenses to prepare for tax season. Learn tips for end-of-year tax prep.

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Opening a Business Account When You Have Bad Credit
By Sally Herigstad | December 13, 2023

Business bank accounts are crucial for recordkeeping and professionalism. Learn how to get a business bank account even if your personal credit is poor.

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Why SBA Loans Differ From Conventional Loans
By Donna Fuscaldo | December 13, 2023

This guide explains how SBA loans differ from typical bank loans and how you can use them to your small business’s advantage.

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How CRMs Streamline Email Marketing
By Kiely Kuligowski | December 13, 2023

CRM software can improve your email marketing efforts. Here’s how to combine the two to achieve new levels of marketing success.

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7 Project Management Styles
By Max Freedman | December 13, 2023

There are several project management styles, and the one that’s best for you will depend on both your team and the scope of the project.

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8 Best Podcasts for Salesforce Fanatics
By Max Freedman | December 13, 2023

Learn more about Salesforce via podcasts. The podcasts we list range from technical dev talk to general news and best-practice sales and marketing content.

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9 Reasons to Try Text Message Marketing for Your Small Business
By Max Freedman | December 13, 2023

Text message marketing can be an effective way to increase communication with customers. It’s important to choose the right service when you get started.

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What’s a Balance Sheet and Why Do I Need One?
By Sally Herigstad | December 13, 2023

A balance sheet shows where your business stands at a certain point and includes assets and liabilities. Learn why balance sheets are crucial in business.

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Human Relations Movement: How It Changed Management
By Max Freedman | December 12, 2023

The human relations movement was a crucial shift in management history. Learn about this management philosophy and how it changed personnel management.

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PEO vs. ASO: What Should You Choose?
By Max Freedman | December 12, 2023

PEOs and ASOs allow businesses to outsource their HR services, but they operate very differently. Read more to find out which is best for your business.

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Best Remote Working Tools to Help Your Team Stay Connected
By Joshua Stowers | December 08, 2023

This guide takes a look at helpful tools for remote teams, keeping remote and hybrid workers connected and on task.

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5 Highly Effective Words for Business Meetings
By Adam Uzialko | December 08, 2023

This guide identifies effective words to use in business meetings, as well as ineffective buzzwords that make people tune out or roll their eyes.

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How to Save for Retirement if You Have Your Own Business
By Joanna Furlong | December 08, 2023

Several types of individual retirement accounts and 401(k) plans can benefit self-employed people. Learn about saving for retirement as an entrepreneur.

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7 Ways Small Business Owners Can Start Preparing for Retirement
By Cailin Potami | December 06, 2023

Small business owners are responsible for their retirement planning. Learn how to set concrete goals and weigh retirement savings accounts.

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How to Offer Health Insurance to Your Employees
By Adam Uzialko | December 06, 2023

Learn how to find the right group health insurance plan for your compensation plan and enroll your employees in it.

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Telecommuting: Should Your Company Make It Permanent?
By Donna Fuscaldo | December 05, 2023

Remote work grew in popularity during the pandemic and has become commonplace in business. Learn how to decide if your firm should make telecommuting permanent.

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10 Ways to Boost Company Morale
By Skye Schooley | December 05, 2023

Many businesses suffer from low employee morale and burned-out workers. Learn several strategies that can boost employee satisfaction and company morale.

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26 Types of Insurance Your Small Business Should Consider
By Skye Schooley | December 05, 2023

This article covers the many types of business insurance that are out there that you may need for your small business.

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Small Business Guide to Email Retargeting
By Jennifer Post | December 05, 2023

Retargeting emails are designed to re-engage members of your target audience that once showed interest but haven’t interacted with your content in a while. Here’s how to create retargeting emails.

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Business Health Insurance Requirements for 2024-2025
By Patrick Proctor | December 05, 2023

Health insurance is a key benefit to offer employees. Here is what to know when deciding whether to provide it.

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Does Performance-Based Pay Increase Productivity?
By Sean Peek | December 05, 2023

Performance-based pay is common in some roles, such as sales, where employees make commission. But is it an effective motivator that drives productivity?

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How to Announce an Employee Is Leaving
By Max Freedman | December 04, 2023

If an employee leaves your company, send an email announcing the news. Here is what to include in the email to help you get started.

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What Is Gamification?
By Gem Siocon | December 01, 2023

Gamification uses gameplay to encourage user engagement. Learn how gamification works and how to find innovative ways to use the process in your business.

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The 3 C’s of Driving Sales: Connect, Convince, Collaborate
By Adam Uzialko | December 01, 2023

Discover how you can use essential strategies to boost your brand’s sales, profits and customer engagement.

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13 Ways to Prepare Your Small Business for Holiday Sales
By Kiely Kuligowski | November 30, 2023

The holiday season can be hectic and profitable for small businesses. Learn how to get your business ready for a successful and busy holiday season.

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Best Business Simulation Games
By Skye Schooley | November 30, 2023

Get the chance to run your own business in a variety of industries with the best business simulation games. See our top picks and the benefits.

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Tebra Medical Software Review
By Max Freedman | November 30, 2023

Tebra's electronic medical record (EMR) and practice management systems are the most intuitive of the medical software we reviewed, and it's an excellent, reasonably priced choice for virtually any...

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Tebra Medical Billing Review
By Max Freedman | November 30, 2023

Tebra's unparalleled user-friendliness, high first-pass claims acceptance rate, electronic medical records and practice management software inclusion, flexible services, and competitive rates make it...

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20 Gift Exchange Ideas for Your Office Holiday Party
By Sammi Caramela | November 29, 2023

Office holiday parties are a chance to bond and boost morale. Consider 20 holiday gift exchange ideas that can take your office party to the next level.

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Why Didn’t I Think of That? 18 Creative Business Ideas
By Sean Peek | November 29, 2023

Various business ideas on the market are suitable for all different types of people, from retirees to food lovers. Learn about these creative business ideas.