Business Basics

Here's how five trailblazing companies are using new-age performance development tactics to better manage employees and create success.

The business.com community was curious about how to properly set prices for their services. We found answers.

Positive work-life balance is crucial for entrepreneurs. Learn five ways you can maintain work-life balance as a small business owner.

Employers can benefit from offering employees AD&D insurance. Learn what AD&D insurance covers and why you should offer it.

ORM requires addressing negative online content while creating and elevating positive internet messaging and branding – and certain services can help.

Don't lose customers to other restaurants because you don't have a well-designed website.

A 7702 plan isn't really a retirement plan – it's a life insurance policy. Learn how a 7702 plan works and what its implications are for your business.

When you want to start a clothing store, you must develop a solid plan of action. Read our tips for opening your own clothing store.

A large number of incoming calls can be a sign of success but a challenge to manage. Learn how to effectively manage your business's inbound calls.

In today's world, market research is essential to you and your brand’s long-term success. Here are the tools you need to do it well.

Success in the construction industry means complying with all the regulations to work in your state, including holding the right permits and licenses.

Henri Fayol's management theory is a simple model of how management interacts with personnel.

Cash flow is vital to the survival of any business and is what keeps your financial engine running.

Great Harvest CEO Mike Ferretti offers advice on building a business model that is flexible enough to cater to changing consumer demands.

There are a few other unexpected skills that entrepreneurs will need to succeed, you just might not be thinking about them yet.

With these seven steps, you can forge a solid name and reputation in the construction field and thrive. Here's how to get started.

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are making malware harder than ever to detect. Here's how to protect yourself from this threat.

In the unprecedented COVID-19 situation, many companies are forced to work from home. Let's explore a few tips to maintain productivity and focus at home.

There are distinct differences between trademarks and copyrights. Find out what they are and how they might affect your business.

Your business's success depends on how well you can merge your corporate and personal selves.

Businesses pivot every day based on market conditions, competitors, etc. Successful pivots require more than just a quick decision.

Here are the benefits that await Hispanic business owners getting started in these states.

Check out our list of inspiring entrepreneurs under 40 who have paved the way for themselves and many others with successful businesses.

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

Business insurance is critical – and complex. Learn how to vet a reputable broker who can help you decide which risks to insure against and for how much.

Making changes in a company isn't easy, especially for non-managers, but anyone can make a difference. Take these steps to encourage meaningful change.

Attorneys can provide your business with valuable insight and guidance. Learn more about the benefits of hiring a company attorney.

Shopify and Amazon are e-commerce platforms that enable your business to sell online. Which should you choose, and why?

Are you ready to open a second location for your business? Here are some factors to consider.

Starting a business doesn't have to cost thousands of dollars. Here are 20 you can launch with $500 or less.