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What Is Google for Small Business?
By Leslie Pankowski | April 22, 2026
Google for Small Business launched in 2019 as a portal for SMB-facing tools and services. Learn how Google for Small Business helps entrepreneurs and SMBs.
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Tips to Reduce Your Fleet’s Idle Time
By Amanda Hoffman | April 22, 2026
Reducing your company fleet drivers' idling saves you money and is good for the environment. Here are some ways to make it happen.
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What Are Self-Service POS Kiosks?
By Jennifer Dublino | April 22, 2026
Many retailers are implementing self-service POS kiosks so customers can ring up their own purchases. Learn the pros and cons of self-service POS kiosks.
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10 Worst Telemarketing Calls Ever
By Mark Fairlie | April 22, 2026
Learn from some of the worst telemarketing calls so you can choose the right outbound call center for your business.
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The Best POS Systems for Restaurants
By Max Freedman | April 22, 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 Accounting Software Services for Restaurants in 2026
By Max Freedman | April 22, 2026
QuickBooks Online and Xero offer restaurant-specific accounting features like inventory tracking, payroll integration and sales tax management for eateries.
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The Best HR Software for Restaurants in 2026
By Casey Conway | April 22, 2026
Leading restaurant HR software like BambooHr and Rippling offer scheduling, time tracking, and labor compliance tools tailored for the food service industry.
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RingEX vs. Vonage
By Jeff Hale | April 22, 2026
This comparison page examines RingCentral and Vonage side by side to help you make the best decision for your business phone system.
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How to Choose a Customer Service Call Center for Your Business
By Adam Uzialko | April 22, 2026
Find out what to look for in a call center service and why your business should use one.
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How to Design an IVR Phone System That Doesn’t Annoy Your Customers
By Max Freedman | April 22, 2026
Learn how to design an intuitive interactive voice response (IVR) system and find recommendations for business phone systems and services that offer IVR
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Nextiva vs. Ooma
By Andrew Delaney | April 22, 2026
See how Nextiva and Ooma business phone systems compare side by side so you can make the right buying decision for your business.
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How to Open a Private Medical Practice, Step by Step
By Max Freedman | April 22, 2026
Opening a private medical practice is a challenging process, but it can be easier if you break it down with this step-by-step guide.
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What Are the Benefits of Patient Reminders?
By Max Freedman | April 22, 2026
Patient reminders benefit your front-office staff, reduce no-shows and increase patient satisfaction. Here's how to use them effectively.
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Business Software Guide: What SMBs Need
By Tejas Vemparala | April 22, 2026
This guide lists and describes various business software solutions that may benefit small businesses.
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Better Data and Personalization Are the Future of Email Marketing
By Andrew Martins | April 22, 2026
Email marketing is evolving to help businesses grow. Learn how artificial intelligence, machine learning and cloud technology will affect email marketing.
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How to Embed a Video in Your Email
By Jamie Johnson | April 22, 2026
Learn why you should consider adding video to your emails and how to do it right.
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Salesforce Marketing Cloud Review
By Sean Peek | April 22, 2026
Salesforce Marketing Cloud is best for mid- to enterprise-sized sales teams looking to improve their email and overall marketing strategies. It provides email personalization abilities to maintain...
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How CRMs Streamline Email Marketing
By Kiely Kuligowski | April 22, 2026
CRM software can improve your email marketing efforts. Here’s how to combine the two to achieve new levels of marketing success.
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7 Email Marketing Tips (Plus Evidence of Success)
By Sean Peek | April 22, 2026
Email marketing is an easy and affordable tool an entrepreneur can use to grow their small business, but many don't know where to start. Follow these seven tips to launch a successful campaign.
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How to Build an Email Marketing Contact List
By Skye Schooley | April 22, 2026
Read our expert tips on how to build an effective email marketing contact list.
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6 Benefits of Email Marketing for Small Businesses
By Jamie Johnson | April 22, 2026
Email marketing is an affordable, effective marketing strategy for small businesses. Learn how email marketing can improve sales and build relationships.
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Freshsales CRM Review
By Jeff Hale | April 22, 2026
Learn what makes Freshsales CRM unique in a competitive customer relationship management platform market.
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6 ADP Payroll Alternatives
By Max Freedman | April 22, 2026
ADP is a leading name in payroll services, but it’s not right for everyone. One of these six ADP alternatives may make more sense for your business.
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6 Gusto Payroll Alternatives
By Max Freedman | April 22, 2026
Gusto's combined payroll and HR services are popular, but it isn't right for every business. Consider these Gusto payroll alternatives instead.
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How to Create a Biweekly Pay Schedule
By Erin Donaghue | April 22, 2026
A biweekly pay schedule is the most common pay frequency. Here's how your small business can implement it.
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Gusto Payroll Software Review
By Jamie Johnson | April 22, 2026
Gusto's month-to-month pricing plans and comprehensive features earn it our best pick for sole proprietors and S-corps that use contractors or freelancers.
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GoTo Connect Review
By Jeff Hale | April 22, 2026
GoTo Connect is an all-in-one communications solution for small businesses looking for a cloud-based phone, meeting and messaging platform for hybrid and remote teams.
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5 Credit Card Security Risks Small Businesses Need to Know About
By Leslie Pankowski | April 22, 2026
Ignoring credit card security risks leaves businesses vulnerable to stolen data, lost money and fines. Learn to spot and stop credit card security risks.
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Sage 50 Accounting Review
By Max Freedman | April 22, 2026
Sage Accounting is our top accounting software pick for basic features. Read our review to learn why Sage Accounting is ideal for just the fundamentals.
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OnPay Payroll Software Review
By Jamie Johnson | April 22, 2026
We recommend OnPay as the best payroll service for very small businesses. The service handles all payroll tax responsibilities, plus it offers employers unlimited pay runs and multiple ways to pay...