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Industries That Take Full Advantage of the Subscription Business Model
By Kimberlee Leonard | February 21, 2023

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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7 Reasons Every Entrepreneur Needs a Branded Email Address
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

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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Things to Consider Before Presenting Your Idea to Investors
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023

Here is how to prepare before pitching an invention idea to an investor.

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Business Decision-Making: Gut Instinct or Hard Data?
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

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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5 Reasons Your Business Should Have Strategic Partnerships
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023

Strategic partnerships have mutual benefits and can lead to long-term profits. Here are the advantages of partnering with another company and examples.

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4 Ways Small Businesses Empower Their Communities
By Mark Fairlie | February 21, 2023

Learn how small businesses strengthen communities, and get ideas for meaningful community partnerships.

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Does Your Business Have a Battle Rhythm? Why You Need One
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Battle rhythm is an operational knowledge management process. It is equal parts strategic routine and information processing.

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4 Simple Steps to Valuing Your Small Business
By Russell Smith | February 21, 2023

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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Should You Go Global?
By Mark Fairlie | February 21, 2023

Going global means expanding your business overseas. Learn the pros and cons of going global and what steps to take to expand your company internationally.

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6 Key Strategies for Growing Your Construction Firm
By Jennifer Post | February 21, 2023

Discover whether you should expand your construction company with this comprehensive guide.

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How Color Can Impact Your Restaurant
By Matt D’Angelo | February 21, 2023

Learn how color affects your restaurant's atmosphere and sales.

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Outgrowing Your Office Space? Should You Lease or Buy?
By Karina Fabian | February 21, 2023

When you need a new office space for your construction firm, should you lease or buy? Learn the pros and cons of each.

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Choosing the Best Pricing Model for Your Business: License vs. Subscription
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 2023

Licenses and subscriptions are popular pricing models. Learn how licenses and subscriptions work and how to choose a pricing strategy for your business.

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How to Set a Price for Your Service
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

Setting the proper prices for your services is one of the most crucial elements of business. Learn how to set fair and accurate prices for your services.

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5 Steps to Remove a Shareholder
By Stella Morrison | February 21, 2023

Although removing a majority shareholder can be difficult, it is possible. Here are the steps to make the process a smooth one.

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Buy Local: Why Small Business Owners Must Practice What They Preach
By Jennifer Post | February 21, 2023

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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Trademark Basics: How to Submit a Trademark
By Max Freedman | February 21, 2023

Submitting a trademark is a way to protect your intellectual property. Learn how to submit a trademark properly, how it differs from a copyright, and more.

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UN’s Sustainable Development Goals for Small Businesses
By Carlyann Edwards | February 21, 2023

The United Nations has established goals to protect the planet and ensure prosperity, but chances are your company may not be following them.

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8 Tips to Manage Your Time as a Small Business Owner
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

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

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Better Together: Making Magic Between Big Companies and Startups
By Alex Goryachev | February 21, 2023

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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 Resources for Business Owners With Disabilities
By Julie Thompson | February 21, 2023

Learn about all the government programs and other initiatives available for business owners with disabilities.

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Turn Your Genealogy Hobby Into a Side Business
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023

Have you ever considered starting a genealogy business? This guide will walk you through the steps of starting a home-based genealogy business.

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What a Bill of Materials Is and Why You Need One
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

A bill of materials (BOM) keeps quality, procurement and manufacturing teams on the same page. Here's how to create a BOM.

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Talking Shop: How to Build a Sustainable Digital Media Company
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023

Business.com CEO Doug Llewellyn has nearly two decades of experience in digital media. We discussed with him how to build a company for long-term success.

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10 Ways to Reduce Shopping Cart Abandonment
By Megan Totka | February 21, 2023

Here is how you can increase online purchases with techniques that help customers finish their checkout process.

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How to Keep Your Business Out of Bankruptcy
By Matthew Debbage | February 21, 2023

Proper budgeting and cash flow management can help protect your business from bankruptcy. Learn the steps you can take to avoid it.

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Here’s Why Your Employees Are Ignoring Your Email
By Michael DesRochers | February 21, 2023

Are your emails getting ignored at work? Check out if you're committing one of these email etiquette mistakes and learn how to fix problems.

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Why Your Small Business Needs an IT Partner
By Mark Fairlie | February 21, 2023

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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How to Celebrate National Women’s Small Business Month
By Mona Bushnell | February 21, 2023

October is National Women's Small Business Month, which means it's time to celebrate women-owned businesses everywhere.

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5 Ways to Reduce Your Business’s Carbon Footprint
By Michael Wood | February 21, 2023

Find out what a carbon footprint is, how to reduce your company's environmental impact and why it matters.