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Choosing the Right Email Marketing Service for Your Business
By Simone Johnson | October 23, 2023

Get informed with this guide to choosing the right email marketing software or agency for your business's needs. See key features, pricing and benefits.

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6 Questions Every Business Plan Should Answer
By Jeremy Bender | October 23, 2023

Every business needs a business plan. Learn the essential questions to answer in your business plan to set your business goals and prepare for success.

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Terrible Boss? Here’s What You Can Do
By Adam Uzialko | October 23, 2023

Disagreeable bosses can create a poor company culture. Here's how to identify a bad boss and pointers for dealing with a bad workplace situation.

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4 Solid Strategies for Expanding Your Professional Network
By Bassam Kaado | October 23, 2023

Professional networking means creating and maintaining relationships that can help further your brand. Use these networking tools and strategies.

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Microfinance: What Is It, and Why Does It Matter?
By Matt D’Angelo | October 23, 2023

Microfinancing is the process of giving small loans to business owners without access to traditional financial products. Learn how microfinancing works.

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Crazy Tax Deductions That Are Actually Legal
By Matt D’Angelo | October 23, 2023

These tax deductions might seem made up, but the IRS allows them. See if you qualify for any of these strange but legal deductions.

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Best April Fools’ Day Brand Pranks
By Joyce Walsack | October 23, 2023

April Fools' Day presents itself as the perfect opportunity to get creative and experiment with your marketing strategy. Learn how to capitalize and draw attention to your brand this April Fools’ Day.

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When I Work Review
By Jessica Elliott | October 23, 2023

When I Work is a cloud-based time and attendance system that has both time-tracking and scheduling features. Use a desktop, laptop or tablet as a fixed clock-in terminal, or give employees the option...

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Illegal Job Interview Questions to Avoid
By Marci Martin | October 23, 2023

When interviewing job candidates, employers must avoid asking certain questions to comply with the law. Learn which problem questions not to ask.

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What is a Gantt Chart?
By Elaine J. Hom | October 23, 2023

This guide introduces Gantt Charts and explains how they're useful to businesses from a project management standpoint.

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9 Ways to Know if You Have a Great Business Idea
By Shayna Waltower | October 23, 2023

Have you come up with a business idea and wonder if it could be the next great thing? Ask yourself these nine questions to determine its viability.

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Should the U.S. Eliminate the Penny?
By Ned Smith | October 23, 2023

Is it time for the U.S. to remove the penny from circulation? Learn why some experts think the one-cent copper coin isn't worth the trouble of manufacturing.

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Establishing a Company Mission for a Better Business Culture
By Jennifer Dublino | October 23, 2023

It's crucial to establish a company mission. Learn how to write a company mission statement and use it to create a positive company culture.

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6 Signs You’ve Got a Good Boss
By Linda Pophal | October 23, 2023

Good bosses distinguish themselves with honesty, self-awareness, delegation and other skills. Learn the qualities you need to become a better boss.

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Change.org Petitions That Worked
By Jeremy Bender | October 23, 2023

Change.org is the world's largest petition platform. Discover successful petitions that made impactful changes and what lessons business owners can learn.

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6 Interview Skills That Will Get You Hired
By Ross Mudrick | October 23, 2023

Nailing a job interview may come down to interview skills and how you present yourself. Learn six skills to help you better prepare for a job interview.

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GDP: The Total Value of Goods and Services of a Nation
By Siri Hedreen | October 23, 2023

GDP is the value of all goods and services produced in a country – and one of the most closely watched economic indicators. Learn how to calculate GDP.

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What Is Stagflation? Inflation Plus Stagnation
By Ross Mudrick | October 23, 2023

Stagflation is a mix of increasing prices and limited economic growth, and governments can do little about it. Here's what small businesses should know.

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5 Ways to Become a Better Mentor
By Tejas Vemparala | October 23, 2023

This guide offers advice to improve your mentorship, as well as describes the benefits of being a mentor.

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Virtualization vs. Cloud Computing: What’s the Difference?
By Andreas Rivera | October 23, 2023

The terms "virtualization" and "cloud computing" are often used interchangeably, but there are key differences. Learn how these technologies work together.

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What Is Fiscal Policy?
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 23, 2023

Find out what fiscal policy is and how it affects the economy – and your business – through investment opportunities, tax changes and unemployment rates.

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How to Ace an Out-of-State Job Interview
By Leslie Pankowski | October 23, 2023

Interviewing for an out-of-state job? Whether you're traveling there or videoconferencing with the hiring manager, here are some tips to help you succeed.

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What is NASDAQ?
By Dock David Treece | October 23, 2023

Learn all about NASDAQ, the world's second-largest, tech-heavy stock exchange.

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Cover Your Assets: An Insurance Primer for Small Businesses
By Leslie Pankowski | October 23, 2023

Every business is unique and will have different insurance needs. Learn how to select the right business insurance for your company.

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14 Best iPhone Apps to Get You Through Your Workday
By Jackie Dove | October 23, 2023

These iOS apps can help you be more productive, organized and all-around great every workday.

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Which Gender Excels at Teamwork? Both … With a Catch
By Shayna Waltower | October 23, 2023

A diverse team can improve productivity and produce more effective results.

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How to Choose the Right Business Security System
By Alex Halperin | October 23, 2023

This guide will help you choose a business alarm system with the security features that meet your company's needs.

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7 Ways to Improve Your Sales
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 23, 2023

Do you need help improving your sales and building better relationships? Try these seven strategies.

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Business Software Guide: What SMBs Need
By Tejas Vemparala | October 23, 2023

This guide lists and describes various business software solutions that may benefit small businesses.

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Why Women Feel Left Out of the Conversation at Work
By Shayna Waltower | October 23, 2023

Many women face microaggressions in the workplace. Learn how to create a more equitable company and ensure everyone is invited to the conversation.