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Introduction
About Me
Andrew Martins has written more than 300 articles for business.com and Business News Daily focused on the tools and services that small businesses and entrepreneurs need to succeed. Andrew writes about office hardware such as digital copiers, multifunctional printers and wide format printers, as well as critical technology services like live chat and online fax. Andrew has a long history in publishing, having been named a four-time New Jersey Press Award winner.
Experience
Managing Editor
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Newspaper Media Group
July 2016
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November 2018
Staff Writer
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Greater Media Newspapers
July 2011
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July 2016
Editor-in-Chief
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Pixelitis.net
May 2011
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December 2014
Freelance reporter
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Patch.com
February 2011
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July 2011
Co-creator/Writer
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Modus Gamerandi
May 2008
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April 2011
Part-time reporter
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Macromedia Publications
January 2010
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January 2011
Staff Writer/News Editor
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Ramapo News
September 2007
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May 2009
News Intern
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New York Daily News
January 2009
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April 2009
Staff Writer
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GotFrag.com
June 2006
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February 2007
Education
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts (BA)Field of Study:
Communication; Journalism concentrationAwards and Honors
Best Lede - Second Place
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New Jersey Press AssociationDate:
January 01, 2016Business and Economics Writing - First Place
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New Jersey Press AssociationDate:
January 01, 2016Business and Economics Writing - First Place
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New Jersey Press AssociationDate:
January 01, 2015Business and Economics Writing - Second Place
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New Jersey Press AssociationDate:
August 01, 2013Andrew's Product and Service Reviews
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06.14.23
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Andrew's Activity
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Intuit TurboTax Review ReviewIntuit TurboTax is our favorite online tax software because it's easy to use, comprehensive, powerful and effective.
Updated September 11, 2023
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How Benefits Administration Can Help Your SMB Benefits administration helps your HR team create, manage and update employee benefits. Learn the importance of benefits administration and tools to help.
Updated April 11, 2023
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Mobile and Social Media Shopping Continues to Grow New data shows more consumers are using their mobile devices to shop, but businesses lag behind in mobile optimization.
Updated February 21, 2023
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What Is Performance Management? Performance management is about understanding and motivating employees to perform effectively. Here is how you can get the best from your workers.
Updated May 01, 2023
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The Best Receipt-Tracking Apps for Professionals What's the best receipt app for your business? We reached out to small business owners and other professionals to find out what software they prefer.
Updated February 21, 2023
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The Best States for Small Businesses in 2022 Where to set up shop is a crucial decision for entrepreneurs. Learn which states have the most SMB-friendly policies for starting and running a business.
Updated April 28, 2023
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Choosing an Online Fax Service: A Buyer’s Guide This guide will help you choose the right online fax provider that's best for your business.
Updated March 13, 2023
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Salesforce Unveils Social Media Integration for SMBs Starting today, Salesforce's social media tools are available for small businesses through the company's Salesforce Essentials product for $25 a month.
Updated February 21, 2023
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You’ve Got Mail: 4 Tips on Using Direct Mail for Business Recent studies show that direct mail is still an essential marketing tool. Find out how your business can best use direct mail to target customers.
Updated April 13, 2023
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Video Conferencing Cheat Sheet: Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams and GoTo Meeting This guide breaks down some of the most popular video conferencing platforms, such as Zoom, Skype, and Microsoft Teams, so you can become a power user.
Updated September 20, 2023
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The Future of Retail: Trends for 2023 Learn about the major retail trends that are expected to affect the retail industry this year.
Updated February 28, 2023
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Cyberattacks and Your Small Business: A Primer for Cybersecurity Find out everything you need to know about cybersecurity for your business, including best practices and attacks to look out for.
Updated May 12, 2023
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Best Tech Deals for Small Businesses on Black Friday Check out the best tech deals for Black Friday 2020.
Updated February 21, 2023
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Avoid Zoom Burnout With These Tips As more companies adopt remote and hybrid work roles, workers are increasingly susceptible to “Zoom burnout” from frequent video conferences. Here’s how to avoid it.
Updated April 24, 2023
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How to Get a Bank Loan for Your Small Business If your business needs funding, a small business bank loan offers a good option, if you qualify. Here is what you need to know to get a bank business loan.
Updated July 17, 2023
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Most Americans Expect to Keep Working in Retirement Surveys suggest that most Americans expect to keep working in their retirement, citing the desire to stay sharp, engaged and financially stable.
Updated March 20, 2023
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Overtime Pay and What It Means for Your Workers 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.
Updated February 28, 2023
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As Trust in Online Media Drops, Email Newsletters Drive Engagement Email is still an effective way to engage customers.
Updated July 19, 2023
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The SECURE Act: What It Is and How It Changed Retirement Rules Congress unanimously passed a bill that could make it easier for small businesses to provide retirement plans to their employees.
Updated February 21, 2023
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How a Microloan Can Help Your New Small Business Find out what business microloans are, who provides them, their benefits and downsides, and how to qualify.
Updated July 31, 2023