Business Basics

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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