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Marketing to Millennials: How to Capture Gen Y Consumers
By Mark Fairlie | July 20, 2026
Generation Y, also known as millennials, is the most connected and educated generation in American history. The old ways of selling and marketing don't work on them – find out what does.
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Guide to Building a Sales Funnel
By David Gargaro | July 20, 2026
A sales funnel can help you track your leads as they progress closer to becoming paying customers.
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Cashless Society Pros and Cons: Are Digital Payments Really Killing Cash?
By Mona Bushnell | July 20, 2026
Cash-free transactions are becoming common, but the road to a cash-free society is long.
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The Best POS Systems for Restaurants
By Max Freedman | July 20, 2026
Toast, Clover and TouchBistro provide restaurant POS systems with features like table management, kitchen display and delivery integration.
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The Best POS Systems for Coffee Shops in 2026
By Tom Anziano | July 20, 2026
Top coffee shop POS systems like Clover, Toast and CAKE offer features likeself-checkout, spill-proof hardware and loyalty programs tailored for cafés.
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The Best POS Systems for Retail Businesses
By Shayna Waltower | July 20, 2026
Square, Lightspeed and Clover provide retail POS systems with features like inventory management, customer loyalty programs and multi-location support.
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How CRM Benefits Marketing Campaigns
By David Gargaro | July 20, 2026
Follow these 10 strategies to strengthen your connection with your customers.
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PayPal’s Mobile Credit Card Reader: What You Need to Know
By Adam Uzialko | July 20, 2026
PayPal Zettle allows small businesses to use a point-of-sale system to accept customer payments, including credit and debit cards, gift cards, and contactless payments.
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How to Accept Mobile Payments via SMS
By Max Freedman | July 20, 2026
Streamline your payment process and boost customer convenience with this digital payment method.
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5 Practical Ways to Incorporate QR Codes Into Your Marketing Plan
By Casey Conway | July 20, 2026
These are some quick, easy ways to get started with QR codes.
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How CRM Analytics Work
By Jeremy Bender | July 20, 2026
Use presale and post-sale analytics to determine the sales and marketing processes that work.
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Why Word of Mouth Trumps Traditional Advertising
By Max Freedman | July 20, 2026
Why Word of Mouth Trumps Traditional Advertising
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A Guide to Managing Customer Relationships
By David Gargaro | July 20, 2026
Maintaining excellent customer relationships boosts retention and loyalty.
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Making the Most of Yelp: A Small Business Guide
By Mark Fairlie | July 20, 2026
Yelp is the second most popular online review site in the U.S., with half of Americans consulting it before they make a purchase. Here's how to make the most of Yelp.
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Small Business Guide to POS: Point-of-Sale Systems and Software
By Max Freedman | July 20, 2026
Point-of-sale systems are the center of your checkout operations, so it's important to find a reliable option.
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Why Low Prices Can Scare Off Customers
By Tom Anziano | July 20, 2026
Slashing prices doesn’t always drive sales. Successful pricing is complex and requires taking a variety of factors into account.
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6 Mobile Marketing Solutions for Small Businesses
By Jessica Poorée 1 | July 20, 2026
Mobile marketing helps you communicate with customers no matter where they are.
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10 Things to Do Before Opening a Salon
By Sammi Caramela | July 20, 2026
Ensure your new salon's success by following these tips and best practices.
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What Is Customer Segmentation?
By Adam Uzialko | July 20, 2026
Improve the efficiency and focus of every department in your business with customer segmentation.
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13 Ways to Grow Your Business Quickly
By Sean Peek | July 20, 2026
There's no surefire formula for instant success, but you can boost your business's growth with these tips from startup founders.
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10 Ways to (Really) Know Your Customers
By Sammi Caramela | July 20, 2026
Follow these customer engagement tips and tools to help you build brand loyalty and drive repeat business.
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Customer Retention Strategies for Small Businesses
By Katharine Paljug | July 20, 2026
Losing customers can be costly, so make an effort to keep the ones you have.
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Google for Business: A Small Business Guide
By Sammi Caramela | July 20, 2026
Learn how this handy suite of tools can benefit your company.
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6 Tips for Creating a Great Business Marketing Plan
By Sean Peek | July 20, 2026
If you want your marketing campaigns to succeed, it all starts with a great marketing plan.
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Customer Loyalty: How to Build a Rewarding Loyalty Program
By Sean Peek | July 20, 2026
Customer loyalty can help your business boom in the best of times, but it can also help you survive in tough or challenging times.
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22 Green Business Ideas for Eco-Minded Entrepreneurs
By Max Freedman | July 20, 2026
Do you want to start a business while protecting the environment? Check out these green business ideas.
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How to Start a CBD Business
By Sammi Caramela | July 20, 2026
Understand the CBD industry landscape and what you need to know to start a business.
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Clover vs. Toast Comparison
By Shayna Waltower | July 20, 2026
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How POS Systems Have Evolved to Benefit Businesses in More Ways
By Sara Angeles | July 20, 2026
How you process and receive your payments is important to the customer experience.
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Top E-Commerce Challenges Facing SMBs
By Jennifer Post | July 20, 2026
As the e-commerce industry grows, retailers are grappling with new technology and overcoming hurdles.