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10 Kinds of People That Get Hired Most
By Skye Schooley | June 11, 2024

Wondering which personalities are right for your business? Focus on these personality types when hiring new employees.

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What Is Mobile Device Management?
By Andreas Rivera | June 10, 2024

Securing and monitoring company devices isn't easy, but implementing a system has many security benefits. Learn what to look for in an MDM solution.

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10 Best Mind Mapping Apps for Small Businesses
By Tom Anziano | June 10, 2024

Also known as brainstorming tools, mind-mapping apps can help you generate, execute and share creative ideas.

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12 Tips for Building an Effective Business Website
By Jennifer Dublino | June 07, 2024

Learn best practices to make your business website easy to find and effective at converting online users into paying customers.

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How to Make Your Product Famous (for Almost Nothing)
By Sean Peek | June 06, 2024

Want to get your product featured in a movie or TV show? Here's what you need to do.

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Tips for Starting a Podcast
By Paula Fernandes | June 06, 2024

A podcast is a popular and versatile media form used to promote a business. Learn podcast basics, tips for success and how to get started.

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Best Billing Practices for Small B2B Companies
By Jennifer Post | June 05, 2024

This guide includes billing tips for small B2B companies looking to maintain a healthy cash flow.

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More Than Prototypes: A Look at the 3D Printing Industry
By Bennett Conlin | June 05, 2024

The 3D printing industry is set to continue growing. Here's how at-home small businesses can benefit as this technology becomes more accessible.

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8 Crazy Marketing Gimmicks Gone Horribly Wrong
By Natalie Hamingson | June 04, 2024

Not all marketing campaigns go as planned. We break down some of the biggest marketing failures of all time.

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Presentation Skills Every Business Owner Should Have
By Katharine Paljug | June 04, 2024

Accomplish your goals by mastering business presentation skills with preparation, practice and these tips.

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What Is Predictive Analytics?
By Shannon Flynn | May 24, 2024

It's easier than ever for businesses to use historical data for insightful projections. Learn how to get the most out of predictive analytics.

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What Are Demographics In Marketing?
By Mark Fairlie | May 20, 2024

Successful companies spend money on marketing only to people they know want what they sell. But how do they find these consumers? With demographics.

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Track Your Goals With These 10 Free Tools
By Tejas Vemparala | May 17, 2024

Digital and analog tools can track your progress toward achieving your goals. Learn 10 tools to measure progress and milestones and boost productivity.

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Accounting Checklist: Tasks to Do Daily, Weekly and Monthly
By Vishal Sanjay | May 17, 2024

Use this handy checklist to divide your company's accounting into daily, weekly and monthly tasks.

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How to Write Email Subject Lines
By Chad Brooks | May 17, 2024

Your recipients' inboxes are likely flooded, but a catchy subject line can make you stand out. Learn how to create effective email subject lines.

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How to Make Sure You’re EEO Compliant
By Max Freedman | May 17, 2024

Stay compliant with equal employment opportunity laws using this guide on EEO best practices.

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10 Top Expense Trackers
By Sean Peek | May 17, 2024

Expense trackers can help you track and document how you and your team are spending money. These are some of the best expense trackers out there today.

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What Is the Accounting Cycle?
By Vishal Sanjay | May 16, 2024

Learn the accounting cycle, an eight-step process for recording and analyzing your company's financial activities to ensure accurate bookkeeping.

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Entering Bills Into QuickBooks: A Complete Guide
By Vishal Sanjay | May 16, 2024

QuickBooks can help businesses with accurate financial reporting and decision-making. Learn how to enter bills into QuickBooks.

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How to Hire for Your Startup: The First 8 People You Should Hire
By Skye Schooley | May 16, 2024

Here are some of the most commonly suggested first hires for your business.

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Deal or No Deal: Are Coupons Good for Business?
By Kim Ann Zimmermann | May 16, 2024

Coupons have benefits and risks. Here's how small businesses can use coupons to boost sales and retain customers.

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Why Your Company Should Offer Online Coupons
By Isaiah Atkins | May 16, 2024

Online coupons are digital codes that let customers redeem offers and promotions. Learn how to use online coupons to attract and retain online shoppers.

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What Is Cost Accounting?
By David Gargaro | May 14, 2024

Cost accounting scrutinizes your business's expenses. Companies, such as manufacturers, use cost accounting. Learn more about this type of accounting.

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Guide to Hiring Employees
By Jennifer Post | May 09, 2024

Your hiring process is the key to acquiring the right new employees. Learn how to improve the way you bring new people on board.

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What Is the Expense Recognition Principle?
By Dock David Treece | May 09, 2024

The expense recognition principle is a concept in accounting outlining when a business should recognize its expenses. Learn how it works.

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How to Use Google Business Profile to Improve Your Online Presence
By Mona Bushnell | May 08, 2024

Learn how to use Google's free Business Profile to reach potential customers and establish and maintain your business's online presence and reputation.

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Tired of Yelp? 14 Alternative Business Review Websites
By Adam Uzialko | May 08, 2024

Yelp is the biggest name in business review sites, but it's not the only game in town. Check out 14 Yelp alternatives for honest feedback and information.

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6 Confusing Things About Accepting Credit Cards
By Marci Martin | May 08, 2024

Remove the confusion around accepting credit cards at your small business and learn what to look out for in a credit card processing company.

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Have You Been Hacked? How to Recover From a Data Breach
By Sammi Caramela | May 07, 2024

A hack or data breach can be extremely costly, but your business can still recover. Here's how to survive after your network is compromised.

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What Is Cost Allocation?
By Sally Herigstad | May 02, 2024

Cost allocation is a process businesses use to identify costs. Here's everything you need to know.