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How Security Can Help Your Business Grow
By Mark Fairlie | July 29, 2025

Entrepreneurs often underestimate security's role in creating a growth environment. Learn how to secure and protect your business physically and digitally.

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How to Encourage Employees to Take Pride in the Workplace
By Jennifer Dublino | July 29, 2025

Learn how to create a work environment that will generate more employee engagement and productivity, whether your workers are in-office or remote.

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Hidden Gotchas in Your Business Loan Repayment Terms
By Adam Uzialko | July 28, 2025

There's more to a loan than paying your monthly installment. Look for these hidden terms and fees a lender might include in a loan agreement.

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Textedly Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | July 28, 2025

Textedly offers text messages services with features like scheduled messages, mass group texting, built-in link sharing and automatic text replies. Pricing varies depending on the package you select....

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ShareBuilder 401k Review and Pricing
By Kimberlee Leonard | July 28, 2025

hareBuilder keeps investment fees low, which encourages more employees to participate in the plan. But small businesses don't give up quality for price with this company; ShareBuilder makes it easy...

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HR for Small Business: 9 HR Basics to Manage
By Vanessa Johnson | July 28, 2025

Learn some human resources basics to ensure your business successfully recruits and retains employees and stays legally compliant.

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How to Be a Good Co-Worker
By Mark Fairlie | July 28, 2025

While business owners and managers are responsible for creating a great work environment, you can contribute by being a good co-worker. Learn how.

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MLM Scams: Are MLMs Preying on the Dream of Entrepreneurship?
By Tom Anziano | July 28, 2025

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

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Workplace Conflict: Tips for Managing Conflict in the Workplace
By Skye Schooley | July 28, 2025

Learn effective workplace conflict management strategies, proven frameworks, and when to seek professional help to reduce costs and improve productivity.

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What is Insight Selling? A Beginner’s Guide
By Paula Fernandes | July 28, 2025

Insight selling involves making a sale by using strategy to coach the customer through the buying process. Here is how it can help your customers.

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Is a Line of Credit or a Term Loan Better For Your Business?
By Donna Fuscaldo | July 28, 2025

You need to know which type of loan is best for your small business's situation. Learn the difference between term loans and lines of credit.

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10 Principles of Success: Quotes to Inspire From Jim Rohn
By Sean Peek | July 25, 2025

Looking for entrepreneurial inspiration? Check out these quotes from motivational teacher Jim Rohn and other successful entrepreneurs.

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Slack for Business: How to Use Slack Messaging
By Jamie Johnson | July 25, 2025

Slack is one of the best apps for workplace communication, thanks to its versatility. Learn how it works and some of its benefits.

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The Hartford Review
By Max Freedman | July 25, 2025

The Hartford offers more policy types than many insurers, often at competitive rates and always with robust customer support.

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North Payments Review
By Mike Berner | July 25, 2025

North Payments offers fast approval and easy setup for high-risk businesses, with free equipment, next-day funding and a user-friendly portal.

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Zoho Assist Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | July 25, 2025

Zoho Assist is great remote PC access software for companies that offer their customers hands-on technical support for their products. It's also optimal for small and midsize businesses that need to...

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Nonprofit Accounting: A Complete Guide to Accounting for Nonprofits
By Katharine Paljug | July 25, 2025

Nonprofit organizations have specific accounting regulations and requirements. Learn what nonprofits need to know about accounting.

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SWOT Analysis Guide for Businesses
By Kiely Kuligowski | July 25, 2025

SWOT ― which stands for “strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats” ― is a type of analysis that helps you develop your business strategy.

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Why You Need to Develop Your Own Unique Product
By Jared Haw | July 25, 2025

If you sell products that anyone can get from other merchants, you'll never become a leader in your market. Here's how to develop unique products instead.

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How to Increase Productivity in the Workplace
By Sean Peek | July 25, 2025

Use these tools and approaches to boost productivity and efficiency in your office – and find out what to avoid.

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4 Marketing Hacks to Help You Attract the Right Investors
By Jennifer Dublino | July 25, 2025

Marketing strategy is a crucial aspect of landing investors. Use your marketing skills to identify, message and pitch potential business investors.

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How to Handle a Business Lawsuit
By Mark Fairlie | July 25, 2025

Business owners are vulnerable to lawsuits. Learn common lawsuit types, as well as how to handle a lawsuit, deal with insurance, and protect your company.

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How to Choose a Job Title
By Skye Schooley | July 24, 2025

Learn how to pick job titles for your employees, common job titles and levels, the legal considerations to follow and why job titles matter.

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13 Ways to Repurpose Your Blog Content for More Traffic
By Mark Fairlie | July 24, 2025

Refreshing and repurposing blog posts can improve your site ranking, create more value, and attract new audiences. Learn how to repurpose your blog content.

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The Truth Behind Stock Photos: What Works and What Doesn’t
By Jennifer Dublino | July 24, 2025

The stock images companies use are often not very good. Take advantage of alternatives to help your content perform better.

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Is Getting an MBA Worth It?
By Jamie Johnson | July 24, 2025

An MBA isn't as popular or necessary as it once was. Find out why – and whether it's still worth it for your career path.

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Working as a Team: The Importance of Teamwork in the Workplace
By Sean Peek | July 24, 2025

Follow these essential tips to boost your company's bottom line and overall communication through teamwork.

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The Netflix Business Model: What to Learn From Netflix’s Industry Disruption
By Mark Fairlie | July 24, 2025

Netflix's digital disruption shows how embracing innovation, customer data and adaptability can help businesses outpace competitors and reshape industries.

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Tips for Encouraging Innovation in the Workplace
By Alex Goryachev | July 24, 2025

Innovation should be a priority in an organization. Learn how to facilitate the process and what mistakes to avoid.

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How to Use Video Content Marketing More Effectively
By Jennifer Dublino | July 24, 2025

Video can boost your marketing strategy and increase leads, user engagement and sales. Learn how to incorporate video into your marketing strategy.