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Strange Business Patents of the Year
By Dan Ketchum | October 04, 2023

Are these products destined for revolutionary glory or just too far ahead of their time?

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Eat Up: Supper Clubs Get 21st Century Makeover
By Elizabeth Barton | October 03, 2023

Businesses are turning to an old staple: supper clubs. Learn more about why.

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It’s Fashionable to Skip the Business Plan — How Reckless Is That?
By Mike Berner | October 03, 2023

More and more entrepreneurs are winging it. Are they setting themselves up for failure or smartly trusting their gut?

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Big Business Lessons From the Big Diesel
By Ali Saleh | October 03, 2023

Shaq-size business tips

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Oscar Mayer’s Hydrating Face Mask Is Not Baloney (or Bologna)
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

Would you try a bologna face mask?

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Can Small Video Game Studios Compete With Microsoft-Activision Mega Merger? (Full Q&A)
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

Independent developers are concerned about how the controversial acquisition will play out.

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Founder vs. Investor: A Playbook for Getting Capital and Not Losing Your Company
By Dawn Allcot | October 03, 2023

A Q&A with authors Elizabeth Joy Zalman and Jerry Neumann

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New DC Studios CEO’s Bold Strategy: Destroy the Universe
By Antonio Ferme | October 03, 2023

James Gunn is rebooting the previous messy take on Superman, Batman, and the rest. Can your business wipe away its mistakes too?

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Why Entrepreneurship Is So Popular Now
By Ali Saleh | October 03, 2023

Businesses are booming.

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Business Lessons From 2023’s Oscar-Nominated Films
By Marty Beckerman | October 03, 2023

Introducing the b. Movie Awards.

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Top Countries for Business Process Outsourcing (and How to Start)
By Derek Gallimore | September 21, 2023

See the top outsourcing countries to consider, their costs and advantages, and how to start the process.

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SurePayroll Review and Pricing
By Matt D’Angelo | September 14, 2023

SurePayroll handles all payroll processing and payroll tax obligations. The system features an easy-to-use interface that's accessible online from anywhere.

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Cox Business Internet Review and Pricing
By Chad Brooks | September 13, 2023

Cox Communications is an internet service provider that serves businesses of all sizes in 17 states across the U.S. It has internet services for small, mid-sized and enterprise-sized organizations.

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Spectrum Business Internet Review and Pricing
By Jeff Hale | September 13, 2023

Spectrum provides high-speed internet service for small businesses and enterprise organizations. The company offers both cable and fiber optic connections.

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Comcast Business Internet Review and Pricing
By Jeff Hale | September 13, 2023

Comcast Business is an internet service provider with a wide selection of plans and bundles for businesses, including five plans designed for small businesses.

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Goodbye 9-to-5: How to Become a Full-Time Airbnb Entrepreneur
By Mark Fairlie | September 08, 2023

Find out exactly how thousands of Americans are replacing their traditional jobs and becoming full-time Airbnb hosts – so you can do it too. You'll take control of your life, earn more than you do...

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MLMs: Predatory Scams or Entrepreneurial Opportunities?
By Mona Bushnell | September 06, 2023

Learn how to tell the difference between legitimate business prospects and scams.

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Want to Boost Productivity? Start by Cleaning Your Office
By Julie Thompson | August 16, 2023

You can get more done if you keep your space tidy. Here are several regular practices that can make you work more effectively.

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Business Accommodations for Customers/Clients with Hearing Impairments, Vision Impairments, or Other Disabilities
By Chad Brooks | July 31, 2023

An outline of ways and legalities of complying with ADA standards.

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The Pros and Cons of Co-Working
By Sean Peek | July 31, 2023

Learn what co-working is, its benefits and disadvantages, and how COVID-19 has changed the workplace environment.

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How to Choose a Commercial Smoker for Your Restaurant
By Matt D’Angelo | July 31, 2023

This guide will help you find the right commercial smoker for your restaurant or catering company.

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How to Easily Implement a 5S Program for Your Business
By Jennifer Dublino | July 31, 2023

A 5S program consists of sort, straighten, shine, standardize and sustain. Learn how to implement a 5S program, boost efficiency and eliminate waste.

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Requirements for Keeping Paycheck Records
By Julie Thompson | July 31, 2023

Employers keep paycheck records to comply with federal and state laws, complete tax returns, and use in audits. Here's what you need to know.

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Want to Support a Charity? Qualities Businesses Should Seek Out
By Sean Peek | July 12, 2023

Business leaders should use certain criteria when choosing a cause to support. Learn what to consider before donating your time, money and resources.

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Is PaddleSmash the Next Pickleball?
By Lauren Vino | July 10, 2023

Pickleball is a billion-dollar industry. Now two entrepreneurs, Scott Brown and Tim Swindle, hope their creation will be next.

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BCG Supply Chain Expert on How to Overcome New Challenges (Full Q&A)
By Antonio Ferme | July 10, 2023

Daniel Weise explains how the supply chain has changed and how to face its current obstacles.

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14 Tools to Track Key Performance Indicators for Your Business
By Lauren Kubiak | July 10, 2023

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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Can You Make a Profit and Be Socially Responsible?
By Jennifer Dublino | July 03, 2023

It's possible for a business to make money and stay socially responsible. Learn about maintaining corporate social responsibility while boosting profits.

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Management Theory of Joseph Juran
By Sean Peek | June 28, 2023

Joseph Juran was a pioneer in the study of quality control for industries like math and science. Learn how to apply his management theory to your business.

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Management Theory of Edgar Schein
By Sean Peek | June 28, 2023

Edgar Schein's management theory focuses on the culture within an organization. According to Schein, culture is the primary source of resistance to change.