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Bootstrapping or Equity Funding: Which Is Better for Your Business?
By Adam Uzialko | January 05, 2024
Weigh the advantages and disadvantages of both startup funding approaches.
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How to Use Angel Investor Funding for Your Business
By Rebecca Renner | January 05, 2024
Angel investors can provide businesses with much-needed growth capital. Here's how to find and secure funding from an angel.
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What Is Venture Capital?
By Alex Halperin | January 05, 2024
Entrepreneurs often turn to venture capitalists for money. But what, exactly, is venture capital, and is it right for your business?
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FIFO vs. LIFO: What Is the Difference?
By Adam Uzialko | January 05, 2024
Learn which inventory valuation method will boost your profits and lower your tax burden.
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Organic Food Sales Growth Outpaces Rest of Grocery Industry
By Shayna Waltower | January 05, 2024
Consumers are spending more on organic food than ever.
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How to Build a Great Employee Benefits Package
By Andreas Rivera | January 05, 2024
A solid employee benefits package can help retain your best employees and attract top talent. Here’s how to build one.
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Requirements for Keeping Paycheck Records
By Skye Schooley | January 04, 2024
As an employer, you may have certain requirements when it comes to maintaining paycheck records. Here’s what you need to know.
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TriNet Review
By Neil Cumins | January 03, 2024
TriNet is an affordable payroll solution with numerous features. Learn why we chose it as the best payroll service for businesses on a budget.
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The Future of Retail: Trends for 2026
By Andrew Martins | January 03, 2024
If you operate a business in the retail industry, keep an eye on these trends that may affect you this year.
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3 Elements of Delegation All Managers Should Know
By Marisa Sanfilippo | January 03, 2024
Good leaders know how to delegate without micromanaging. These aspects of delegation can make your team more effective.
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What to Do When Your Best Employee Quits
By Tejas Vemparala | January 03, 2024
While every staff member plays an essential role, losing one good employee can impact the entire company.
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10 Business Ideas for Fashion Fanatics
By Sean Peek | January 03, 2024
Ready to build the next fashion design startup? Here's what you need to know to break into the fashion industry.
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How to Manage and Improve Employee Retention
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 03, 2024
Employers can't afford high turnover, making employee retention critical.
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What You Need to Know About Going Back to School for a Career Change
By Mona Bushnell | January 03, 2024
A degree isn't the only way to change your life. Read our guide before going into debt.
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The 10 Best (and Worst) States for Small Business Taxes
By Natalie Hamingson | January 03, 2024
These are the best and worst states for small business taxes ranked. Where does your state fall on the list?
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The State of Small Business: Maine
By Adam Uzialko | January 03, 2024
Find out why a 2021 survey named Maine the most business-friendly state in the nation – and what challenges Maine small business owners face.
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Working on Memorial Day: How to Make It Better for Your Team
By Max Freedman | January 03, 2024
Few employees want to work on Memorial Day and other holidays, but you can sweeten the pot. Here's how to boost employee morale on working holidays.
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How to Manage Workplace Relationships
By Ross Mudrick | January 03, 2024
Learn how to manage office romances properly to avoid problems.
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6 Performance Review Tips For Writing A Better Self Evaluation
By Sean Peek | January 03, 2024
Learn what to include in an excellent performance review and how performance management software can help.
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16 Cool Job Perks That Keep Employees Happy
By Katharine Paljug | January 03, 2024
These are some of the most popular job perks that boost employee morale and reduce turnover in your workforce.
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10 Ways to Handle Difficult Customers
By Skye Schooley | January 03, 2024
Sometimes you'll need to defuse tense situations with customers. Here are some methods and resources that can help you do it and train your team to provide the best service
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The Best States for Small Businesses
By Sammi Caramela | January 03, 2024
Business location can be critical to success. Learn about the most business-friendly states in the U.S.
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Review
National Processing Review
By Elsier Otachi | January 03, 2024
This review examines National Processing's business loan offerings and which are best for small businesses.
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Small Businesses Without Insurance Take Dangerous Risks
By Adam Uzialko | January 02, 2024
Be safe instead of sorry when it comes to protecting your company.
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What Is a Timesheet?
By Max Freedman | January 02, 2024
Accurate time sheets make payroll processing and project management easier.
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AT&T Business Internet Review
By Vivian Nguyen | January 02, 2024
This review covers AT&T's Business Internet plans, cost and bandwidth for SMBs.
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Payment Fraud Impacts 293 Million People – Is Your SMB Safe?
By Alex Halperin | December 21, 2023
Payment fraud is on the rise as scammers exploit data vulnerabilities in businesses. Is your small business at risk?
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The Best and Worst Majors (and What to Do if Yours Falls Into the Latter Category)
By Max Freedman | December 20, 2023
Here are the college majors with the highest and lowest earning potential now.
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In Most Countries, Freelancers Earn More Than Average Workers
By Nadia Reckmann | December 20, 2023
Learn about the money, benefits and drawbacks involved in making a living as a freelancer.
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11 Online Platforms to Boost Your Business Skills
By Leslie Pankowski | December 20, 2023
Take advantage of the nearly endless supply of new and niche business education platforms and resources.