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How to Create a Biweekly Pay Schedule
By Erin Donaghue | December 03, 2025

A biweekly pay schedule is the most common pay frequency. Here's how your small business can implement it.

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1099-MISC vs. 1099-NEC: Which One Do You Need?
By Dock David Treece | December 03, 2025

1099-MISC and 1099-NEC are IRS forms used to report your taxable payments to non-employees. Learn when each is used and how.

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How Do PEO and Payroll Services Differ?
By Max Freedman | December 03, 2025

Choosing which service is right for your business depends on several factors, including the size of your company. See our guide.

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How to Process Payroll in 8 Easy Steps
By Matt D’Angelo | December 03, 2025

Payroll processing is the procedure for paying your employees. Learn the eight steps involved and other essential payroll processing information.

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How to Make a Pay Stub
By Dock David Treece | December 03, 2025

Pay stubs are an important part of payroll accounting. Learn how to make pay stubs so your employees can track their wages, taxes and deductions.

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What Is Holiday Pay?
By Kiely Kuligowski | December 03, 2025

Holiday pay is the compensation workers receive for working (or not working) on a holiday. Learn how to create a holiday pay policy and the benefits of having one.

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How to Create a Payroll Budget
By Dock David Treece | December 03, 2025

Creating a payroll budget requires adding the total cost of each employee on your payroll. Learn to conduct this essential aspect of running your business.

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Does Performance-Based Pay Increase Productivity?
By Sean Peek | December 03, 2025

Performance-based pay is common in some roles, such as sales, where employees make commission. But is it an effective motivator that drives productivity?

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15 Accounting Payment Terms and How to Work With Them
By Jamie Johnson | December 03, 2025

Get your customers to pay their bills quickly with these accounting payment terms and strategies.

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How to Set up a Conference Call on an iPhone
By Jennifer Dublino | November 18, 2025

You can include up to five people in iPhone conference calls. To conference with more people and for special features, look into business phone systems.

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35 Great Business Ideas for Motivated Entrepreneurs
By Tejas Vemparala | November 13, 2025

This list of great business ideas offers inspiration to entrepreneurs looking for their next big business idea.

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Best Payroll Services for 2025
By Jamie Johnson | November 12, 2025

Top payroll services like Gusto, ADP and Paychex offer automated tax filing, compliance support and employee self-service portals for small businesses.

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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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11 Business Ideas for Travel Lovers
By Lauren Wingo | November 11, 2025

If you love traveling and want opportunities to see more places, these 11 business ideas can combine your work and passion.

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How Profitable Is an ATM?
By Max Freedman | November 11, 2025

Automatic teller machines are seemingly everywhere. Is it profitable to own an ATM?

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Tips for Making a Great Resume
By Sammi Caramela | November 11, 2025

Check out these writing tips to create a great resume, including how to format and structure your document, and what pitfalls to avoid.

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22 Green Business Ideas for Eco-Minded Entrepreneurs
By Max Freedman | November 11, 2025

Corporate social responsibility is prioritized now more than ever. Learn about ideas for businesses that provide eco-friendly products and services.

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How Artificial Intelligence Will Transform Businesses
By Adam Uzialko | November 11, 2025

This guide explains how AI is already changing the business landscape and how small businesses might leverage the technology.

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How Porter’s Five Forces Can Help Small Businesses Analyze the Competition
By Marci Martin | November 06, 2025

Porter's Five Forces model looks at five factors that determine how profitable a business may be compared with other businesses in the industry.

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How to Improve Your Work-Life Balance Today
By Marisa Sanfilippo | November 06, 2025

A healthy work-life balance can improve your physical, emotional and mental health. Bring balance to your life by implementing these eight techniques.

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Review
OnPay Payroll Software Review
By Jamie Johnson | October 14, 2025

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...

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Fearless Feedback: 6 Steps to Successful Constructive Criticism
By Adryan Corcione | October 10, 2025

Constructive criticism can be difficult to give, but it's necessary to correct issues in the workplace. Here's how to do it professionally and effectively.

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Founded When? America’s Oldest Companies
By Brittney Morgan | September 29, 2025

Despite wars and recessions, these 21 American companies have survived to stand the test of time. Learn what it takes to build a business that lasts.

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Companies Founded by Amazing Young Entrepreneurs
By Jennifer Post | September 29, 2025

These entrepreneurs have launched successful startups and learned a lot about the world of business and marketing ― all when they were 18 or younger.

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Pros and Cons of Forming a Corporation
By Skye Schooley | September 29, 2025

Learn the pros and cons of becoming a corporation so you can decide if incorporating is right for your business.

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Direct Costs vs. Indirect Costs: What Are They, and How Are They Different?
By Ethan Spielman | September 29, 2025

Direct costs and indirect costs both influence how small businesses should price their products. Here's what you need to know about each type of expense.

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The Best Fleet Management and Fleet Tracking Software to Use in 2025
By Neil Cumins | September 29, 2025

Top GPS fleet tracking systems such as Samsara, Motive, and Azuga offer real-time vehicle tracking and fleet management solutions.

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Best Email Marketing Software and Services
By Sean Peek | September 25, 2025

Top email marketing software such as Mailchimp, Constant Contact, and GetResponse offer tools for campaign creation, automation and analytics.

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Best CRM Software of 2025
By Jeff Hale | September 23, 2025

Top CRM platforms like Salesforce, HubSpot and Zoho offer robust features for sales automation, customer segmentation and marketing. Compare options here.

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The Best Medical Billing Services of 2025
By Max Freedman | September 22, 2025

Find the right medical billing services for your practice based on practice size, claim volume, flexibility and other needs.