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All of the topics that will give you the edge when it comes to scaling your business and taking it to the next level.

Latest in Growing a Business: Advice, Tips and Resources to Help You Take Your Business to the Next Level

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Cash vs. Accrual Method of Accounting
By Dock David Treece | October 28, 2024
Understand how accrual accounting impacts your business and when to use it.
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Email Marketing Automation Guide
By Jamie Johnson | October 25, 2024
Email marketing automation can help you save time, increase your ROI, and deliver a better experience to your subscribers.
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How to Master Cold Calling (Scripts Included)
By Yara Simón | October 21, 2024
Cold calling is a way to reach new customers that has many benefits as well as challenges.
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How 5G Has Changed Small Businesses
By Jeremy Bender | October 21, 2024
5G wireless is here, bringing transformations to tech and industry.
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When Community Banks Die: How Small Businesses Are Affected
By Matt D’Angelo | October 18, 2024
Community banking can be a great small business funding resource if national options don't fit your needs. So what does its decline mean for small businesses?
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How Telematics Improves Driver Safety
By Matt D’Angelo | October 15, 2024
Trip optimization, driver scorecards and real-time coaching are examples of how telematics reporting can improve your visibility into your fleet's safety.
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What Is an MVR Report, and Why Should You Conduct One?
By Kaylyn McKenna | October 10, 2024
Will your new hire be driving on the job? Check their MVR report before you let them get in the car.
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What Is an Auto-Dialer?
By Jeff Hale | October 03, 2024
Auto-dialers can help your business use predictive dialing, slashing seconds per call and saving money.
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5 Reasons You Need a Mobile POS System for Your Restaurant
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 03, 2024
For flexibility and advanced insights in your restaurant operations, a mobile POS system is the answer. Turn your smartphone or tablet into a mobile collection site and track inventory and sales...
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Why Analyzing Sales Data Is Important for Small Businesses
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 03, 2024
Poring over sales data may not be at the top of your priority list, but the information you glean from it can help you grow and improve your business operations.
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How SMBs Can Use Mobile POS Systems
By Natalie Hamingson | October 03, 2024
This guide tells you what you need to know about mobile point-of-sale systems and offers some examples of how small businesses have used this technology to grow and succeed.
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How to Find the Right Softphone App for Your Business
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 02, 2024
Softphones are a cost-effective, easy way to make and receive phone calls over the internet.
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Top Tips for Patient Scheduling
By Adam Uzialko | October 02, 2024
You can improve patient satisfaction with effective scheduling.
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What is the Importance of Patient Charts?
By Max Freedman | October 02, 2024
This record of a patient’s medical history is an important part of clinical data.
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How to Ensure Your Medical Records Retention Practices Are HIPAA Compliant
By Max Freedman | October 02, 2024
Learn how to retain and destroy medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
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How to Implement an Electronic Health Records System
By Adam Uzialko | October 02, 2024
An EHR system may take time to implement, but the benefits are well worth the investment for healthcare facilities.
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Should You Get A Cloud-Based Business Phone System?
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 02, 2024
Is a cloud-based phone system worthwhile for new or small businesses?
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How to Get Rid of Old Printers
By Sammi Caramela | September 12, 2024
Getting rid of old printers is like disposing of other electronics – you can't just throw them out.
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Workplace Automation Is Everywhere, and It’s Not Just About Robots
By Adam Uzialko | September 12, 2024
Automation is a broad concept that applies to modern workplaces in more ways than the obvious. How is your workplace already automated?
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How Are Bonuses Taxed?
By Max Freedman | September 11, 2024
When you are paying employee bonuses, it is important to understand how they should be taxed.
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Consumers Have Human-like Relationships With Brands
By Julie Thompson | September 11, 2024
Consumers show similar emotions in relationships in brands as they do with other humans.
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How Long Could Your Business Survive on Cash Reserves?
By Sally Herigstad | September 10, 2024
If your business had a slow month or two, would it survive?
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Business vs. Consumer Laptops: What You Need to Know
By Sammi Caramela | September 10, 2024
Business laptops and consumer laptops have hardware and design differences. Learn how to determine if you need business laptops for your company.
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A Guide to Bonus Depreciation
By Jamie Johnson | September 09, 2024
Not sure what bonus depreciation is or how to take it? Learn how to claim bonus depreciation for your business assets in this detailed guide.
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CRM Integrations for Small Businesses
By Vanessa Ruiz | September 09, 2024
: Learn how integrating your CRM software with certain third-party applications can streamline business operations and increase the value of every customer interaction.
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7 Steps to a Successful CRM Implementation
By Vanessa Ruiz | September 09, 2024
These CRM software implementation tips are crucial to getting the most out of your system.
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Self-Employed 401(k) Plans: Frequently Asked Questions
By Heather Larson | September 05, 2024
See our complete guide to the best retirement plan for independent workers.
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How to Calculate and Improve Employee Turnover
By Max Freedman | September 05, 2024
Learn what causes employee turnover and how to improve retention.
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What Is SQL?
By Chad Brooks | September 03, 2024
SQL is a programming language that's used to communicate with and manipulate databases.
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Accounts Receivable: What Small Businesses Need to Know
By Sally Herigstad | August 29, 2024
Accounts receivable tells you how much of your cash flow is held up in unpaid client invoices. Here's how to manage it.