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How to Close the Deal: 10 Sales Strategies
By Yara Simón | October 23, 2023
This guide offers sales strategies that can help any salesperson close more deals.
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What Is the FDCPA?
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
This federal law regulates how debt collectors can interact with debtors. Here's what you need to know.
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How to Collect on a Judgment
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
When you're suing a debtor, getting a judgment in your favor is just part of the journey. There are often several steps required to recoup what you are owed.
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How to Develop a Credit Policy
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
A credit policy provides flexible payment options to customers while ensuring you get paid what you’re owed. Learn how to write one.
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Debt Collection Laws and How They Apply to Businesses
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
This guide explains debt collection laws and how they apply to businesses.
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Sales Training Programs to Help Your Team Close More Deals
By Marisa Sanfilippo | October 23, 2023
These sales training programs can help your team drive more sales and generate more revenue for your company.
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How to Write a Debt Collection Letter
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
This guide offers tips on how to draft a debt collection letter and when you should send one.
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How to Manage International Collections
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
Collecting a debt from international customers can be tricky. Here are four steps you can take to try and collect on money you are owed.
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How to Calculate Annual Revenue
By Sally Herigstad | October 23, 2023
To determine your business' financial health, you need to know how much money you are bringing in. Here is how to calculate your annual revenue.
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Quote vs. Invoice: What Is the Difference?
By Julie Thompson | October 23, 2023
Quotes and invoices help businesses get paid correctly and on time. Learn the differences between quotes and invoices and best practices for creating both.
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How to Track and Manage Lead Sources
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
This guide explains lead sources, why they’re important and how to track where your leads are coming from.
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How Chatbots Can Help Grow Your Small Business
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 23, 2023
Chatbots are becoming common tools for e-commerce, sales, customer service and marketing. Learn how to incorporate chatbots into your small business.
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What Is Website Visitor Tracking?
By Rachelle Gordon | October 23, 2023
Website visitor tracking offers valuable and in-depth information that marketing and sales teams can use to refine their efforts and obtain quality leads.
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How to Build and Grow a Sales Pipeline
By Marisa Sanfilippo | October 23, 2023
A sales pipeline can help you determine how your leads convert to customers and how you retain customers. This tool is useful for sales, marketing and customer service teams.
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How to Write a Sales Report
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
Sales reports can be sources of deep insight into the products and services that generate the biggest return.
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6 Ways to Create an Effective Sales Forecast
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
Learn what a sales forecast is, why it’s important and how to create one.
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Improve Your Marketing Automation With These Tips
By Adam Uzialko | October 23, 2023
Find out how marketing automation works, the benefits and which tasks you can delegate to an automated solution.
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What Are the Requirements of Maternity Leave?
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 23, 2023
Maternity leave policies can boost employee retention and attract top talent. Learn about maternity leave laws and how to develop a maternity leave policy.
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Cyberattacks on Remote Workers on the Rise: How to Defend Your Business
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 23, 2023
Does your team work from home sometimes (or all of the time)? If so, you could be increasing your cybersecurity risks — but you can change that.
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What Is Customer Segmentation?
By Adam Uzialko | October 23, 2023
Dividing your audience into segments helps you deliver focused messages that resonate with each customer. Learn why and how to segment your customer list.
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6 Examples of Diverse and Inclusive Companies
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 23, 2023
Find out how several major brands are implementing diversity and inclusion in their culture and daily operations.
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How to Create a Lead Capture Form
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
This guide explains the benefits of a lead capture form and how to build one for your landing pages.
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How to Develop a Sales Script
By Yara Simón | October 23, 2023
Sales scripts help keep your sales team on the same page when contacting leads, prospects and customers. This guide explains how to develop a sales script that works.
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Types of Surveys Your Business Should Use
By David Gargaro | October 23, 2023
Surveys help companies better understand their target market. Learn how to use surveys for your business.
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How to Develop a Call to Action (With Examples)
By Marisa Sanfilippo | October 23, 2023
Impactful CTAs prompt your audience to take actions that benefit your business. Here is a guide on everything you need to know.
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How Workplace Automation Software Can Help Your Business
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 23, 2023
Workflow automation standardizes time-consuming manual work and can boost employees' productivity. Learn how to implement workflow automation solutions.
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10 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Crowdfunding Campaign
By Simone Johnson | October 23, 2023
Want to try crowdfunding your business venture? Here are 10 ways to get the most out of your crowdfunding campaign.
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Should You Offer a 401(k) Plan, and if so, to Whom?
By Julie Ritzer Ross | October 23, 2023
Providing 401(k) plans has advantages for both business owners and employees. Learn about tax credits, exclusions, matching and more.
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How to Create Triggered Emails
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 23, 2023
Triggered emails can save time and increase revenue for your business. Learn what the different types are and how to create your own campaign.
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How to Create a Landing Page That Converts
By Stella Morrison | October 23, 2023
Landing pages offer relevant information and serve your most important CTAs. Here's how to ensure your landing page is optimized to drive conversions.