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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
Customize your CRM dashboard to keep projects on track and strengthen your sales process.
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What Is Monetary Policy?
By Sean Peek | April 18, 2024
Monetary policy impacts the economy and small businesses. Here’s what you need to know.
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Understanding Gross vs. Net Revenue
By Dock David Treece | April 16, 2024
Gross revenue and net revenue are distinct, but both are important for small businesses to track.
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How to Use a CRM for Lead Management
By Max Freedman | April 15, 2024
CRM lead management tools can help you identify the most promising business leads.
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What Is Predatory Lending?
By Matt D’Angelo | April 15, 2024
Keep these tips in mind to avoid predatory loans.
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Payroll Reporting: What to Include
By Julie Thompson | April 15, 2024
When you're reviewing your payroll reports, these must-have pieces of information are important for both compliance and efficiency.
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How to Buy a Secure Business Laptop
By Neil Cumins | April 15, 2024
Secure business laptops offer the latest biometric protection and encryption, but what should you look for when choosing computers for your staff?
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Accounting Ratios and Formulas: The Basics You Need to Know
By Matt D’Angelo | April 11, 2024
Streamline bookkeeping and keep your business's finances in order.
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Balance Sheet vs. Income Statement: What’s the Difference?
By Vishal Sanjay | April 11, 2024
Balance sheets and income statements are invaluable tools to gauge your business's performance and prospects. This guide will help you understand how to use these financial statements.
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The 8 Types of Accounting
By Cynthia Uzialko | April 11, 2024
Not all forms of accounting are the same. Some focus on costs, others on audits and some focus on taxes.
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Is Not Accepting Credit Cards Hurting Your Bottom Line?
By Mona Bushnell | April 11, 2024
Cash-only businesses might be missing out on customers and profits.
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How to Define Accounting for Business
By Matt D’Angelo | April 11, 2024
Accounting is an important part of running a successful business. Here’s the basics you need to know.
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How to Create a Desirable Compensation Plan
By Patrick Proctor | April 11, 2024
A competitive compensation plan is necessary to attract and retain top talent.
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A Small Business Guide to Computer Encryption
By Andreas Rivera | April 11, 2024
Learn exactly what computer encryption is, how to use it and why it could save your company
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Ransomware Attacks Are on the Rise: Is Your Business Protected?
By Jeremy Bender | April 11, 2024
The FBI reports that ransomware attacks targeting business have become 82% more common and 449% more costly since 2019. Here's what you can do to protect your business.
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How Businesses Can Defend Against Business Email Compromise Scams
By Jeremy Bender | April 11, 2024
Business email compromise scams were the costliest cybercrimes in 2021. Learn what they are and how to defend your business against them.
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5 Best Free Secure Messaging Apps for Business
By Isaiah Atkins | April 11, 2024
These apps are faster than email and more secure than texting.
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What Is a CTO?
By Matt D’Angelo | April 11, 2024
The role of the chief technology officer encompasses far more than IT management. Learn what a CTO typically does for a business.
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How to Prepare an Income Statement
By Max Freedman | April 11, 2024
Gather your company's revenue and expense data in a concise report.
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How to Verify Patient Healthcare Insurance
By Max Freedman | April 11, 2024
Proper insurance verification is crucial for medical practices. Learn how it works.
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Patient Engagement and How to Improve It
By Carlos Soto | April 08, 2024
A high level of patient engagement can lead to better healthcare outcomes and a more successful practice.
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What Is BaaS (Backend as a Service)?
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | April 05, 2024
BaaS frees app developers from purchasing onsite servers by putting various backend services in the cloud.
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TikTok for Business: How You Can Use This Social Network
By Skye Schooley | April 05, 2024
TikTok is a great social platform for marketing to younger audiences. Learn how you can use it to increase audience engagement and brand awareness.
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Why Your Business Software Is Looking More and More Like Social Media
By Mona Bushnell | April 04, 2024
Have you ever wondered why business software looks and feels a lot like social media? That wasn't always the case.
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Popular Alternatives to Direct Deposit
By Sammi Caramela | April 04, 2024
Direct deposit isn't the only game in town. Learn about other ways to pay your team.
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How to Access Your Computer From a Mobile Device
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | April 04, 2024
Remote PC access software lets you connect to your computer from a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. Learn how remote access works.
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Snapchat for Business: Everything You Need to Know
By Saige Driver | April 02, 2024
Use this dynamic social platform to reinforce your brand strategy and connect with your target audience.
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Best Sales Apps for Small Businesses
By Max Freedman | April 02, 2024
Learn how to bolster your small business with apps engineered for every pain point you can imagine.
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What is a Business Line of Credit?
By Max Freedman | April 01, 2024
A business line of credit gives you access to the funding you need, typically with lower interest rates than what you'd pay for a credit card.