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8 Tips to Manage Your Time as a Small Business Owner
By Jennifer Dublino | March 18, 2024

Small business owners are constantly pulled in different directions. Follow these time-management tips to maximize your effectiveness.

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10 Scams That Prey on Small Businesses
By Jennifer Dublino | March 15, 2024

Scammers often target small and midsize businesses. Beware of these 10 business-related scams, and learn how to avoid cybercriminals and hackers.

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7 Reasons Every Entrepreneur Needs a Branded Email Address
By Sean Peek | March 14, 2024

Don't use personal or generic email addresses for your startup. Learn why you need a branded email address for your business communications.

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Is It Time to Shift to the Holacratic Workplace?
By Genia Stevens | February 14, 2024

In a holacratic workplace, there's no traditional leadership hierarchy; team members assume multiple roles. Learn if holacracy is right for your business.

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In-N-Out Burger President Lynsi Snyder Serves Up ‘Slow-Growth Philosophy’ (Full Q&A)
By Rob Gabriele | February 14, 2024

She took over the company at 27 and “Double-Doubled” its success.

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What Is Supply Chain Distribution?
By Max Freedman | February 12, 2024

Supply chain distribution is used to balance supply and demand. Learn more about the importance of having a distribution plan for your business.

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Discover the Unique Selling Proposition of Your Business
By Shane Barker | February 02, 2024

Without a unique selling proposition, you have nothing that distinguishes your company. Learn how to create an effective USP for your business.

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Would You Make It on ‘Shark Tank’? The Importance of Scalable Business Models
By Jamie Johnson | February 02, 2024

Scalability is a crucial factor in business growth and success. Learn the components of a scalable company and how to scale your business.

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Entrepreneurs Love These 13 Tools for Conducting Market Research
By Miranda Fraraccio | February 02, 2024

Here are the best tools for conducting market research.

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Effective Product Creation: Tips From Seasoned Entrepreneurs
By Jennifer Dublino | February 02, 2024

Many factors can cause a product to flop. Use these expert strategies to avoid disaster and meaningfully increase your product's chance of success.

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Common Mistakes That Can Lead to Product Failure
By Jennifer Dublino | February 02, 2024

What pitfalls cause most products to fail? Learn about these common traps so you can avoid mistakes and a failed product launch.

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Do It for Me: The Next Evolution of the On-Demand Economy
By Jamie Johnson | February 02, 2024

Consumers want convenience, which often means they want someone to do something for them on demand. Learn how to take advantage of the DIFM movement.

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5 Ways to Make Your Business’s Computing Eco-Friendly
By Julie Thompson | February 02, 2024

Learn five ways to improve your bottom line and create a more sustainable business environment by using practices such as cloud-based computing.

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How Businesses Can Support Other Local Small Businesses
By Jennifer Post | January 30, 2024

You've asked your customers to buy local and you should too. Here's why your local B2B purchases have a positive ripple effect on the SMB community.

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Best Business Podcasts of 2024
By Skye Schooley | January 25, 2024

Podcasts are a great way for business owners and entrepreneurs to get business advice, learn about trends, and find inspiration. Check out our favorites.

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What’s a Healthy Level of Business Debt?
By Matt D’Angelo | January 18, 2024

Healthy business debt is often necessary for growth. Learn how to distinguish good and bad business debt and determine a healthy debt amount to carry.

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Is it Better to Buy or Lease a Car for Business?
By Max Freedman | January 11, 2024

Should you buy or lease the company car? Here are the pros and cons of each to help you weigh which is best for your needs.

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Starting an Advertising Agency
By Sean Peek | January 03, 2024

If you have a background in marketing and communications, an advertising agency could be a smart startup option. Here's what you need to know.

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10 Successful Businesses You Didn’t Know Were Run by Women
By Jennifer Dublino | January 03, 2024

Female entrepreneurs own 42 percent of American firms. Check out this list of women-led companies and some great resources for small business owners.

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Why Adopting a Zero-Friction Approach Is the Key to Success
By Jennifer Dublino | January 03, 2024

Customers hate friction when interacting with a business. Here's how to take a zero-friction approach to improve customer satisfaction and sales.

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Why Your Small Business Needs an IT Partner
By Mark Fairlie | January 03, 2024

Find the right IT partner and your SMB can take advantage of all current and future business technology, improving service, profit and productivity.

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Resources for Veteran-Owned Businesses
By Jennifer Dublino | December 21, 2023

Military veterans seeking to transition to entrepreneurial ventures have a wealth of resources at their disposal. Learn how to access resources for vets.

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Small Business Guide to Energy Conservation
By Jennifer Dublino | December 13, 2023

Conserving energy can help your business save money, reduce its carbon footprint and help the environment. Learn how your business can save energy.

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How to Print Postcards at Home With Word Processing Software
By Max Freedman | December 12, 2023

Creating your own postcards at home is not too difficult. Here is what you need and how to do it.

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10 Proven Tips for Young Entrepreneurs to Start Off Strong
By Jennifer Dublino | November 30, 2023

Many people dream of starting their own company, but not all entrepreneurs are successful. Get a good start in your business-owning career with these tips.

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7 Pain Points Entrepreneurs Should Expect and Embrace
By Sean Peek | November 30, 2023

As an entrepreneur, you have to roll with the punches. Learn how to deal with these common pain points of running a business.

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What Is Private Labeling and How Does It Work?
By Stella Morrison | November 15, 2023

You don’t always need to build your own network to create a supply chain for your product. Here are some of the pros and cons of private labeling.

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How to Learn From Your Failures: 4 Valuable Lessons
By Thomas Griffin | November 07, 2023

Failure is inevitable as an entrepreneur, so it’s important to develop a healthy attitude about it. Here are four lessons you can learn from failing.

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The UN’s Sustainable Development Goals for Small Businesses
By Jennifer Dublino | November 06, 2023

Learn about the U.N.'s sustainable development goals, including ending poverty and hunger and how small businesses can work toward achieving them.

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The Game of Pricing: How the Number 9 Affects Purchase Behavior
By Jennifer Dublino | November 06, 2023

Charm prices end in the number nine. Learn about charm vs. prestige pricing and how your ideal customer should dictate your pricing strategy.