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In dynamic pricing, product prices adjust in response to real-time supply and demand. Learn how dynamic pricing works and its benefits and downsides.

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By Chris Christoff | October 10, 2024

Here are the benefits of creating an e-book for your business, and how you can create one, step by step.

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Better Together: Making Magic Between Big Companies and Startups
By Mark Fairlie | October 10, 2024

Startups and enterprises can complement each other by collaborating. Learn how large and small players can overcome issues and work together.

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Business Decision-Making: Gut Instinct or Hard Data?
By Sean Peek | October 10, 2024

When it comes to business, your decisions matter. But it's important to recognize whether your choices are based on intuition or emotions.

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How to Be an Inspirational Leader
By Sean Peek | October 09, 2024

Want to become a more inspirational leader? Here is what you need to do.

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How to Run a Successful One-Person Business
By Bennett Conlin | October 07, 2024

You can create a successful, long-lasting one-person business, but you must overcome obstacles alone. Learn how to help your one-person business succeed.

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How to Successfully Launch a Legal Cannabis Business
By Mark Fairlie | October 07, 2024

Cannabis is a big business. Here is a startup guide for how you can enter this industry legally.

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Asset Management for Your Construction Firm: 8 Tips for Success
By Mark Fairlie | October 07, 2024

Learn valuable tips for managing assets for your construction business.

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Industries That Take Full Advantage of the Subscription Business Model
By Kimberlee Leonard | October 07, 2024

See how specific industries have taken advantage of the subscription model. Learn subscription model benefits and tips for using it in your business.

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Regret Selling Your Company? Buy It Back Like BroBible’s Founders [Full Q&A]
By Antonio Ferme | October 04, 2024

BroBible publisher Brandon Wenerd explains how the male millennial lifestyle brand grew by staying true to itself.

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Buying a Car for Your Business? How to Avoid Mistakes
By Jennifer Dublino | October 04, 2024

Buying a company car can help your business run more smoothly and save money. Ensure you invest in the right business vehicle and avoid common mistakes.

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How to Write a Company History
By Skye Schooley | October 03, 2024

A well-written company history on your website can do wonders in attracting customers to your brand. Here is how to write one.

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Best Business Podcasts of 2024
By Skye Schooley | October 03, 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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4 Simple Steps to Valuing Your Small Business
By Russell Smith | October 03, 2024

Calculating your business's value accurately is crucial if you want to sell it or seek investors. Learn four steps for calculating your business valuation.

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6 Benefits of Forming an S Corporation
By Jamie Johnson | October 02, 2024

An S corporation helps you avoid double taxation and the self-employment tax. Learn the pros and cons of S corporations and other corporate structures.

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A Crash Course in the Business Legal Terms You Need to Know
By Mark Fairlie | October 01, 2024

From comparable worth to torts, here's the legal lingo all business owners should know.

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Expanding Distribution Channels
By Sean Peek | October 01, 2024

To boost sales and brand awareness, you should consider expanding your distribution channels. Learn more about your options.

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Think Like a Startup, Scale Like an Enterprise: Balancing the Best of Both Worlds
By Mark Fairlie | October 01, 2024

Both startups and enterprises must disrupt and innovate to survive. Learn how thinking like a startup and scaling like an enterprise can help ensure success.

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Would You Make It on Shark Tank? The Importance of Scalable Business Models
By Jamie Johnson | October 01, 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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8 Keys to Upscaling Your Business
By Asim Rais Siddiqui | October 01, 2024

Upscaling your business is a risky decision, but you can minimize those risks with a sustainable business growth strategy. Find out the dos and don'ts here.

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How to Expand Your Revenue Sources
By Mark Fairlie | October 01, 2024

The most successful businesses have several revenue sources. Learn how to increase yours.

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5 Simple Ways to Pinpoint Your Brand’s Target Audience
By Chris Christoff | October 01, 2024

When you start a business, you need to understand your target market at a fundamental level. Here's exactly how to identify your audience.

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14 Tools to Track Key Performance Indicators for Your Business
By Lauren Kubiak | October 01, 2024

Key performance indicators (KPIs) measure how effective your company is at achieving its goals. Learn how to find the right tools to track your business.

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Is Your Small Business Achieving Profitable Growth?
By Emil Abedian | October 01, 2024

Small businesses must understand if their growth is profitable. Learn about the profitability-growth relationship and achieving profitable growth.

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Writing a Business Growth Plan
By Jennifer Dublino | October 01, 2024

A business growth plan outlines where a company sees itself in one to two years. Learn what to include in a business growth plan and why a plan matters.

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Visualizing Success: How to Set Up Effective Quarterly Goals
By Julie Thompson | October 01, 2024

Breaking goals into small, actionable initiatives allows your employees and clients to become more productive over shorter time frames.

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Q1 Reflections: Important Ways to Take Stock of the First Quarter
By Sean Peek | October 01, 2024

The most successful businesses set goals and review them quarterly. Find out why setting goals is important and how to evaluate your Q1 goals.

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5 Tips for Setting SMART Goals in Your Business Plan
By Jennifer Dublino | October 01, 2024

SMART goals are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time-based. Learn how to apply SMART goal principles to your business to boost success.

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Tips for Setting Better Business Goals
By Simone Johnson | October 01, 2024

Learn how to create better business goals that can help guide your company.