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Struggling for Cash Flow? Strategies for Survival
By Skye Schooley | February 17, 2026
These cash flow strategies can help your business survive and thrive.
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11 Things to Do Before Starting a Business
By Stella Morrison | February 17, 2026
It's important to research your industry, find competitors, understand risk and map out your finances before starting your business.
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What Is a PEST Analysis?
By Mark Fairlie | February 09, 2026
A PEST analysis can help you understand your business environment and potential threats.
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How Porter’s Five Forces Can Help Small Businesses Analyze the Competition
By Marci Martin | February 09, 2026
Use this tool to determine how profitable a business may be compared with other businesses in the industry.
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Online Business Ideas You Can Start Tomorrow
By Sammi Caramela | February 09, 2026
The best online business ideas will be an ideal match for your skills, strengths and expertise—these ideas will get you started.
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25 Best Low-Cost Business Ideas
By Sean Peek | February 09, 2026
If you want to start a low-cost business, these 25 ideas will help inspire your entrepreneurial passion.
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What Is a Vision Statement? Examples of How to Write One
By Sean Peek | February 09, 2026
Follow these tips, steps and examples to construct a meaningful vision statement.
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How to Start a Business: A Step-by-Step Guide
By Joshua Stowers | February 09, 2026
Starting a new small business? Find out where to begin and how to boost your chances of success.
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How Social Media Screenings Affect Hiring Decisions
By David Cotriss | January 26, 2026
Looking for your next job? Make sure your social media profiles are safe for work because employers are screening candidates' online presence.
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Should You Hire a Collection Agency?
By Dawn Kuczwara | January 14, 2026
If outstanding invoices are piling up and you’re having trouble getting paid, it might be time to hire a collection agency.
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Lost in Translation: 13 International Marketing Fails
By Skye Schooley | January 05, 2026
Avoid these marketing mistakes when expanding your brand overseas.
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How to Write a Self-Assessment: 5 Tips to Improve Your Evaluation
By Max Freedman | January 05, 2026
Need help writing your own self-assessment for a performance evaluation? This article can guide you through the process.
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Spying on Your Employees? Better Understand the Law First
By Max Freedman | January 05, 2026
Employee monitoring technology is becoming more common in the workplace. Before you install it, know the laws surrounding its use.
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1099-MISC vs. 1099-NEC: Which One Do You Need?
By Dock David Treece | December 08, 2025
Each of these forms affects your tax bill. We'll show you how and when each one is used.
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How Do PEO and Payroll Services Differ?
By Max Freedman | December 08, 2025
Trying to decide between using a PEO vs payroll services? Learn about the differences.
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How to Process Payroll in 8 Easy Steps
By Matt D’Angelo | December 08, 2025
While it's best to consult a financial professional, it's still important to understand how payroll processing works.
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How to Make a Pay Stub
By Dock David Treece | December 08, 2025
You can create pay stubs manually or use payroll software. Here's how to do it.
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What Is Holiday Pay?
By Kiely Kuligowski | December 08, 2025
Establish a holiday-pay policy to incentivize your team.
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How to Create a Payroll Budget
By Dock David Treece | December 08, 2025
Learn to forecast salary expenses and track the overall cost of your employees.
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Does Performance-Based Pay Increase Productivity?
By Sean Peek | December 08, 2025
While performance-based pay structures may encourage employees to work harder, they also can cause higher stress levels in workers and lower job satisfaction.
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How Does Payroll Work?
By Sean Peek | December 08, 2025
Learn the processes behind this essential business function.
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15 Accounting Payment Terms and How to Work With Them
By Jamie Johnson | December 08, 2025
Get your customers to pay their bills quickly by understanding these accounting payment terms and strategies.
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Tips for Making a Great Resume
By Sammi Caramela | December 04, 2025
Your resume is the key piece of your job application. Here's how to get it right.
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How to Improve Your Work-Life Balance Today
By Marisa Sanfilippo | December 04, 2025
Balancing your professional and personal life can be challenging, but it's essential. Here's how to improve your work-life balance today.
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How Businesses Are Collecting Data (And What They’re Doing With It)
By Max Freedman | November 12, 2025
Many businesses collect data for multifold purposes. Here's how to know what they're doing with your personal data and whether it is secure.
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How Profitable Is an ATM?
By Max Freedman | November 11, 2025
Automatic teller machines seem to be everywhere. Is it profitable to own an ATM?
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How Artificial Intelligence Will Transform Businesses
By Adam Uzialko | November 11, 2025
AI's vast capabilities are already transforming business and changing the nature of many jobs.
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Fearless Feedback: 6 Steps to Successful Constructive Criticism
By Adryan Corcione | October 10, 2025
Learning how to give constructive feedback kindly and professionally is key to employee growth and organizational success.
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Founded When? America’s Oldest Companies
By Brittney Morgan | September 29, 2025
These American companies, all founded more than 150 years ago, are still thriving today.
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Companies Founded by Amazing Young Entrepreneurs
By Jennifer Post | September 29, 2025
These young entrepreneurs are running the companies of the future.