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7 Ways the Internet of Things Will Change the Way We Work
By Sara Angeles | October 23, 2023

The Internet of Things comprises smart devices that communicate with each other. Learn how the IoT will change how we work and use resources.

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Sales Tax for E-commerce: What Small Businesses Need to Know
By Bennett Conlin | October 23, 2023

Sales tax gets complex if you sell to customers in other states. Learn how to manage your e-commerce sales tax obligations and comply with state tax laws.

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How to Avoid Copyright Infringement in the Age of Social Media
By Matt D’Angelo | October 23, 2023

You'll need to abide by copyright law when using social media to promote your business. Learn about content usage best practices and protect your business.

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What Is ROI (Return on Investment)?
By Isaiah Atkins | October 23, 2023

Here's everything you should know about return on investment and how to use it to ensure your business spending is increasing your earnings.

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Invasion of Privacy? What Consumers Think of Personalized Online Ads
By Neil Cumins | October 23, 2023

Consumers have mixed feelings about personalized ads. How can businesses take advantage of their effectiveness without turning off customers?

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What Is BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)?
By Shannon Flynn | October 23, 2023

BYOD (bring your own device) is an office policy that lets employees use personal devices to do company work. Learn the benefits and downsides.

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iPhone Credit Card Processing: What You Need to Know
By Adam Uzialko | October 23, 2023

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.

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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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How to Calculate Compound Interest
By Erica Sandberg | October 23, 2023

This guide explains what compound interest is and how to calculate it for your small business.

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What is a Tax Audit? What Do You Do If You Get Audited?
By Simone Johnson | October 23, 2023

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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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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Minimum Wage by State
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023

You must pay your employees the greater of your state's hourly minimum wage or the federal minimum wage. Learn more about minimum wage laws.

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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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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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Is On-Demand Payment the New Payroll?
By Chad Brooks | October 23, 2023

Instead of making employees wait for their regular payday, some payroll services offer flexibility. Learn about on-demand payroll.

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Tips for Perfecting Your Elevator Pitch
By Marisa Sanfilippo | October 23, 2023

Learn the dos and don'ts of an elevator pitch, and why it's an essential business speech.

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6 Tips for Creating a Great Business Marketing Plan
By Sean Peek | October 23, 2023

These six tips can help you create a small business marketing plan that works to keep your audience engaged.

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Filing for Bankruptcy: Information, Benefits and Disadvantages
By Chad Brooks | October 23, 2023

Bankruptcy helps people and businesses get a fresh start financially. Learn what filing for bankruptcy entails, as well as its benefits and disadvantages.

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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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Is Subconscious Bias Affecting Your Hiring Decisions?
By Chad Brooks | October 23, 2023

Hidden biases often emerge in the hiring process. Learn what hiring bias looks like and how you can avoid it.

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Customer Retention Strategies for Small Businesses
By Katharine Paljug | October 23, 2023

Many businesses are so focused on new clients they ignore current customers. Learn strategies to grow your business while keeping your current customers.

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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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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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The Smells That Make Shoppers Spend More
By Marisa Sanfilippo | October 23, 2023

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

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11 Beloved Brands Gone Forever
By Chad Brooks | October 23, 2023

Learn which of your former favorite companies are no longer around.

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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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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.