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Should Your Business Use Niche Software?
By Mona Bushnell | October 26, 2023

There's general software solutions or ones meant for your industry. How do you choose between them?

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Tips and Services to Help Your Office Go Paperless
By Skye Schooley | October 26, 2023

A paperless office minimizes paper documents and can save your business time and space while producing less waste. Learn how to create a paperless office.

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Moving Your Business Without Losing Your Mind
By Jocelyn Pollock | October 26, 2023

Moving a business is a complex decision and process, but it doesn't have to be painful. Learn about deciding to relocate and moving with minimal stress.

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6 Steps to Become an Uber or Lyft Driver
By Saige Driver | October 26, 2023

The barriers to entry are relatively low to drive for Uber or Lyft. Follow these six steps to become a rideshare driver.

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Is Direct Sales the Right Career Path for You?
By Mona Bushnell | October 26, 2023

Many aspiring entrepreneurs choose direct sales as a path to self-employment. Here's what you need to know if you're interested in independent sales consulting.

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Deal or No Deal: Are Coupons Good for Business?
By Kim Ann Zimmermann | October 26, 2023

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

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Creating Online Forms: A Step-by-Step Guide
By Nicole Fallon | October 26, 2023

Online forms help businesses easily capture customer and prospect information. Learn how to create online forms and find out what tools can help.

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Want to Keep Your Customers? Be Proactive
By Leslie Pankowski | October 26, 2023

Customer relationship maintenance isn't just a to-do-list item. Learn to keep tabs on customer satisfaction by collecting and analyzing feedback regularly.

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Tips for Hiring a Marketing Company
By Adam Uzialko | October 26, 2023

Hiring a marketing company is a risk that may pay off or fail. Here's how to hire a marketing company to ensure your next marketing campaign's success.

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11 Best Slack Apps for Business
By Adam Uzialko | October 26, 2023

Slack comes with more than 450 integrations. These 11 will improve your workday.

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Email Etiquette: The Dos and Don’ts of Professional Emails
By Max Freedman | October 26, 2023

Email is more than omnipresent enough that etiquette has emerged around it. Here’s a guide to this etiquette.

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Text Message Marketing: Tips, Tools and Services
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 26, 2023

These tips can help small businesses make the most out of their text message marketing campaigns.

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SMS Marketing Best Practices: Text Message Marketing Do’s and Don’ts
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 26, 2023

: Text message marketing helps businesses communicate effectively with customers. Learn best practices for text message marketing and some mistakes to avoid.

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Google Calendar: 10 Hidden Tips and Tricks
By Max Freedman | October 26, 2023

Google Calendar is already among the easiest calendar apps to use. With these tips and tricks, you'll find it even easier.

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Choosing a Payroll Service: A Buying Guide for Businesses
By Chad Brooks | October 26, 2023

There are many payroll service options available to businesses. Understanding what to look for and the key features that best meet your needs is important.

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15 LinkedIn Marketing Hacks to Grow Your Business
By Simone Johnson | October 26, 2023

LinkedIn can build brand awareness and customer relationships. Learn 15 LinkedIn marketing tips to engage your audience and market to potential partners.

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Should You Hire At-Will Employees?
By Julie Ritzer Ross | October 26, 2023

If you’re considering hiring at-will employees, you should first understand the benefits and drawbacks outlined in this guide.

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What Is LinkedIn? How to Use It Personally and Professionally
By Sean Peek | October 26, 2023

LinkedIn is a useful tool for businesses and professionals. This guide explains the many ways to use LinkedIn to grow your career and your business.

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What Small Businesses Need to Know About FICA Tax
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 26, 2023

FICA is the federal income tax that funds Social Security and Medicare. Here’s how to properly calculate and pay these taxes.

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5 Tips for Training Leaders to Work With Remote Teams
By Adam Uzialko | October 26, 2023

Managing employees in various locations is different from leading an in-office team. This guide offers tips for managing a remote workforce.

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The Best Small Business Government Grants in 2023
By Skye Schooley | October 25, 2023

Government grants are free federal, state and locally funded programs to help launch or grow small businesses. Learn how to find and use government grants.

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The Benefits of EFT and ERA in Medical Billing
By Max Freedman | October 25, 2023

ERA is a HIPAA-compliant electronic substitute for paper-based EOBs. An ERA includes the same information as an EOB, but it's faster to generate.

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Promoting Diversity: Why Inclusive Communication and Involvement Matter
By Bassam Kaado | October 24, 2023

Diversity is an important consideration for any modern business. Learn some ways to promote diversity in your company's workplace.

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Employees Who Network Together Stay Together
By Adam Uzialko | October 24, 2023

Research shows that co-workers who network internally are more likely to stay with your company and to be more productive.

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Facebook Marketplace vs. the Competition for E-Commerce Businesses
By Leslie Pankowski | October 24, 2023

Should you use only one e-commerce site for your business or multiple platforms? See the pros and cons.

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The Smart Office: How Connected Tech Is Redefining the Workplace
By Adam Uzialko | October 24, 2023

Find out how connected technology can redefine the workplace and make your business a better place to work.

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Setting Clear Expectations for Employees
By Isaiah Atkins | October 24, 2023

You should clearly and simply let your employees know what you expect of them. Here is how you can set clear expectations for your employees.

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Cannabis at Work: How Employers Are Reacting to the Legalization of Marijuana
By Max Freedman | October 24, 2023

Medicinal cannabis is legal in a majority of states, and recreational legalization isn't far off. How are workplace policies adapting to the change?

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Everything You Need to Know About Job Searching in the Digital Age
By Leslie Pankowski | October 24, 2023

Learn how to find employment in today’s digital world. We cover everything job seekers need to know, from research to resumes to references.

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Business Etiquette Musts for Your Next Client Meeting
By Sammi Caramela | October 24, 2023

Whether you're in a conference room, restaurant or remote meeting, these tips will ensure you practice proper etiquette and strengthen your network.