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How Do Acquisition Loans Work?
By Dock David Treece | February 08, 2024
These loans are used to obtain business or strategic assets, like equipment, and allow businesses to pay for things over time.
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How CRM Works in the Sales Funnel
By David Gargaro | January 30, 2024
Boost sales and grow your business by mastering the CRM sales funnel.
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How to Terminate an Employee Remotely
By Jane Genova | January 30, 2024
Protect your business by understanding legalities and best practices.
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How to Use National Days Properly for Advertising
By Natalie Hamingson | January 30, 2024
National days, both general and specific, are opportunities to boost your sales. Here's how to take advantage of them.
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How to Use an iPad for Business
By Matt D’Angelo | January 30, 2024
iPads and other tablets are convenient, powerful tools that offer businesses and professionals a way to expedite work, streamline processes and more.
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How GDPR Is Impacting Business and What to Expect in 2026
By Adam Uzialko | January 30, 2024
The GDPR was implemented in May 2018 and has been affecting business in significant ways. Here's a look at the changes that came with the data privacy law.
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What is a Tax Audit? What Do You Do If You Get Audited?
By Simone Johnson | January 24, 2024
Understanding what a tax audit is can make them less scary. Here's what you should know if you receive an audit notice from the IRS.
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Exempt vs. Nonexempt: What Is the Difference?
By Skye Schooley | January 24, 2024
An employee's salary level, salary basis and job duties determine whether they're exempt or nonexempt.
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Overtime Pay and What It Means for Your Workers
By Andrew Martins | January 24, 2024
Learn what overtime is and how you should dole it out to your employees.
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Gross Pay vs. Net Pay
By Julie Thompson | January 24, 2024
When it comes to payroll and budget, these terms are crucial to understand. But what's the difference?
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How to Calculate Gross Wages
By Sally Herigstad | January 24, 2024
Calculating gross wages is the first step to paying employees correctly and keeping accurate payroll records. Learn about the process with this guide.
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Salary vs. Hourly: What’s Better for Your Business?
By Ada Rannels | January 24, 2024
Salaried and hourly employees differ in how they are paid and whether they are eligible for overtime. Which model is right for your business?
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The Smells That Make Shoppers Spend More
By Marisa Sanfilippo | January 24, 2024
Scent marketing strategically uses fragrance at specific customer touch points to connect to customers.
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How to Calculate and Pay the SUTA Tax
By Adam Uzialko | January 23, 2024
Becoming an employer means learning the ins and outs of SUTA.
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How to Set Up Direct Deposit
By Max Freedman | January 22, 2024
Most employees have come to expect direct deposit paychecks. Here’s how to set up direct deposit for your small business.
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Should You Borrow From Your 401(k)?
By Joyce Walsack | January 22, 2024
Borrowing from your 401(k) can be risky, but it might free up some liquidity when you need it most.
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Hiring? Avoid These 7 Common Mistakes
By Sammi Caramela | January 19, 2024
It's crucial to implement an effective hiring strategy and avoid common traps, no matter your company's size.
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Hard Skills vs. Soft Skills: Which Should You Hire For?
By Patrick Proctor | January 19, 2024
When hiring employees, you should evaluate both hard and soft skills to make the most well-rounded hires.
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How to Send PayPal Invoices
By Adam Uzialko | January 18, 2024
Sending invoices with PayPal is an easy way for businesses and freelancers to get paid.
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SBA Loan Deferments: What They Are and How to Qualify
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 18, 2024
Some conditions, like natural disasters, allow you to suspend your monthly payments until the crisis is over. Here is what you need to know.
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How Stagnant Real Wages Hurt Small Businesses
By Casey Conway | January 17, 2024
Wage issues combined with inflation impact both existing businesses and would-be entrepreneurs.
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Worried About a Cyberattack? What It Could Cost Your Small Business
By Alex Halperin | January 17, 2024
The risks are real, so having a plan is essential.
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Understanding Generation Z in the Workplace
By Max Freedman | January 17, 2024
Generation Z is an increasingly large part of the workforce. Learn how to cater to this unique demographic.
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How Your Business Can Accept Apple Pay
By Sean Peek | January 17, 2024
Set up Apple Pay for your customers so they can make contactless payments using an iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch.
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10 Ways to Improve Employee Well-Being and Happiness
By Max Freedman | January 17, 2024
These 10 tips can help improve your employees’ sense of well-being, boosting morale and productivity.
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Which Holidays Should Your Business Offer Paid Time Off for?
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 17, 2024
There are many holidays businesses can celebrate with paid time off. Before choosing which ones to observe, you should know your options and how to craft your PTO policy.
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What Is EBITDA?
By Simone Johnson | January 17, 2024
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) is a business analysis metric. Learn how to analyze your company's financial health with EBITDA.
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3PL Logistics Guide
By Max Freedman | January 17, 2024
3PL refers to the outsourcing of e-commerce processes. Find out how 3PL can streamline operations for your online business.
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How to Recruit Great Employees in a Tough Labor Market
By Ross Mudrick | January 17, 2024
The labor market is tight. Are you using smart hiring strategies?
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Hiring and Retention Has Never Been More Difficult
By Sammi Caramela | January 17, 2024
Hiring and retention remain top challenges for small business owners. Here's how employers can improve their recruitment and retention efforts.