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Employer’s Guide to COBRA Insurance
By Kimberlee Leonard | October 23, 2023
This guide explains the ins and outs of COBRA insurance for small businesses and employers.
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How to Develop and Conduct Employee Surveys
By Skye Schooley | October 23, 2023
This guide to employee surveys can support businesses as they create employee surveys and gather feedback from their workforce.
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What Is a Health Savings Account (HSA)?
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
Learn about the pros and cons of HSAs to determine if you should include one in your employee benefits package.
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Differences Between a Furlough and a Layoff
By Skye Schooley | October 23, 2023
Your business might require a staff reduction. Here's how to determine whether that should be a furlough or a layoff and how both options work.
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What Is the Difference Between an FSA, HRA and HSA?
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
Discover the differences between FSAs, HRAs and HSAs to determine which is best for your business.
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Guide to Developing a Training Program for New Employees
By Adam Uzialko | October 23, 2023
A new hire training plan helps get new hires up to speed while welcoming them to the company. Learn how to develop an effective new hire training program.
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How to Determine Employee Salary Ranges
By Skye Schooley | October 23, 2023
Learn how to set the best salaries for your employees, what should be included in your calculation and other considerations.
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What Is Lead Qualification and How Do You Perform It?
By Max Freedman | October 23, 2023
Lead qualification helps determine the likelihood a prospect may buy from you, as well as capture key demographics to better help you market to potential buyers.
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For Successful Marketing, Your Customer Can’t Be ‘Everyone’
By Adam Uzialko | October 20, 2023
Successful marketing requires identifying your target market. Here are some ways to identify your ideal customer and speak to them directly.
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What Is Imputed Income?
By Max Freedman | October 20, 2023
Learn what imputed income is, see examples and find out how to calculate the taxes you must pay on it to stay compliant.
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Rebrand Your Business Without Losing Your Audience
By Katharine Paljug | October 20, 2023
Rebranding can be a difficult but necessary step in a business's growth and development. If you're revamping your brand, follow these tips for success.
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Sick Leave Laws Your Business Should Know
By Max Freedman | October 20, 2023
Employees use sick leave to recover from illness and other reasons. Learn how sick leave works, what your obligations are and how to track and manage it.
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New-Hire Surveys: 32 Questions to Ask
By Julie Ritzer Ross | October 20, 2023
The first days and weeks on the job are important for new hires. Learn how to ensure a positive experience while gathering valuable onboarding data.
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The Right Way to Hire and Work With Family
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 20, 2023
Hiring and working with people in your family can be a challenging situation to navigate. Follow these tips to work with family members successfully.
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How Does 401(k) Matching Work for Employers?
By Max Freedman | October 20, 2023
Learn what 401(k) matching is, why employers should offer it, and how it benefits businesses and employees alike.
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Employee Handbooks for Startups
By Max Freedman | October 20, 2023
If you're creating an employee handbook, learn what to include and exclude so your team understands all aspects of their jobs and the company.
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PTO Policies: Which Is Best for Your Business? 
By Ada Rannels | October 20, 2023
When creating a PTO policy, it's important to consider your options and their potential impact on employees and your business.
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Direct Mail Marketing Guide for Small Businesses
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 20, 2023
Direct mail marketing can complement digital marketing and help reach customers and prospects. Learn seven steps for launching a direct mail campaign.
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How to Write a Sales Plan
By Elizabeth Veras | October 20, 2023
A sales plan can be a blueprint to help you set goals for your business and the steps to achieve them. Follow these tips to create an effective sales plan.
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How to Develop and Track a Marketing Budget
By Marisa Sanfilippo | October 20, 2023
How much is enough to get your brand noticed and drive conversions? How much is too much? Here's what you should know about developing a marketing budget.
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The Sole Proprietorship Tax Guide
By Sally Herigstad | October 20, 2023
The simplest small business legal structure is sole proprietorship. Learn about your recordkeeping and tax obligations as a sole proprietor.
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Avoid Zoom Burnout With These Tips
By Andrew Martins | October 20, 2023
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.
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Buying Guide for Keyless Electronic Door Locks
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 20, 2023
Keyless electronic door locks offer convenience, security and integrations with access control systems. Learn how to buy keyless electronic door locks.
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What Is Windows Server and How Can Businesses Use It?
By Jeremy Bender | October 20, 2023
This guide explains Windows Server and how it works for businesses. It also offers tips for whether or not Windows Server makes sense for your business.
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9 Ways to Use ChatGPT for Small Business
By Jeremy Bender | October 20, 2023
ChatGPT is a free and easy chat tool that can develop fairly well-written copy and help users brainstorm. Could it benefit your small business?
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Guide to Windows 10 Power and Sleep Settings
By Casey Conway | October 20, 2023
Windows 10 offers a variety of power options and sleep settings to help your computer save energy and manage performance. Here's what you need to know.
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Online Searches Often Lead Customers to Counterfeit Goods
By Casey Conway | October 20, 2023
Online searches can lead consumers to counterfeit sites and potentially dangerous goods. Learn what businesses can do to outsmart fake sites and scams.
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Automation Can Save Finance Departments Thousands of Hours
By Dock David Treece | October 20, 2023
Your business could save upward of 25,000 hours by deploying robotic process automation to handle financial tasks. Find out how.
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A Recession Is Coming – Are You Prepared?
By Dock David Treece | October 20, 2023
Find out how small businesses are – and aren't – getting ready for the next economic recession.
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Facial Recognition Advertising: The New Way to Target Ads to Consumers
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 20, 2023
Learn what facial recognition advertising is, along with both the benefits and the concerns.