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12 Things You Must Do Before Starting a Business
By Adam Uzialko | February 07, 2025

Find out what you must do before starting a business, from writing a business plan to getting the proper insurance.

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Paychex Retirement Services Review and Pricing
By Kimberlee Leonard | February 07, 2025

Paychex is a top choice for those who want to manage all their HR needs on one platform. It offers several employee retirement plans, dedicated support, and integrations with payroll and other HR...

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Finding Talented Freelancers: 11 Websites Worth Searching
By Jennifer Dublino | February 06, 2025

Freelance workers help your company expand your team while keeping overhead to a minimum. Learn about 12 websites where you can find talented freelancers.

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Building Critical Thinking Skills to Solve Problems at Work
By Miranda Fraraccio | February 06, 2025

Critical thinking is a vital skill for an organization's success. Try following this six-step problem-solving process with your team to foster this ability.

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Management Theory of Henry Gantt
By Max Freedman | February 06, 2025
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The Management Theory of Max Weber
By Sean Peek | February 06, 2025

This bureaucratic management theory claims it can increase your business' efficiency. Here is how it works.

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Wireless Security in the Enterprise: Deploying WPA3-Enterprise
By Mark Fairlie | February 06, 2025

Today’s businesses are adopting Wi-Fi with WPA3 to keep their organizations secure. Learn about the development of WPA and how to protect your data.

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Employer Jury Duty Requirements: How Jury Duty Works
By Max Freedman | February 06, 2025

Jury duty is a common cause of missed workdays. Learn how jury duty works, the employment laws that apply, and how to handle jury duty as an employer.

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E-Commerce Website Security: 10 Best Practices to Protect Your Online Store
By Jack Danielson | February 06, 2025

A secure platform is the foundation to protect your online store. Here are some security tips to keep your e-commerce site safe from fraud and hackers.

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Understanding PayPal Credit Card Fees
By Adam Uzialko | February 06, 2025

PayPal is an excellent credit card processing option for small businesses. Learn all about PayPal's transparent pricing and credit card fees.

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Motive Review
By Mark Fairlie | February 06, 2025

Motive sets itself apart in the GPS fleet tracking space by promoting and enhancing driver accountability. Learn about the AI-powered features.

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Why Speaking in Jargon Doesn’t Make You Look Smarter
By Mark Fairlie | February 06, 2025

Technical jargon has its time and place, but studies show employees are turned off by office jargon. Learn the dos and don'ts of using business buzzwords.

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Drip, Drip, Drip: Lessons From the Starbucks Union Movement
By Kaytlyn Smith | February 06, 2025

Here's what business owners can learn from the growth of the unionization effort among Starbucks workers.

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20 Businesses You Can Start on the Cheap
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 06, 2025

You don't need a ton of cash to launch a business. Opportunities abound to become a business owner with less than $500. See business ideas and pro tips.

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Agree to Disagree: Conflict Resilience Authors Reveal the Power of Productive Tension
By Tina Nazerian | February 05, 2025

Our full Q&A with Bob Bordone and Dr. Joel Salinas

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What Is Fiber-Optic Internet for Business?
By Mark Fairlie | February 05, 2025

This guide explains fiber-optic internet, how businesses can use it and the average cost. Find out if your business needs fiber-optic internet.

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Salesforce vs. Zendesk Sell Comparison
By Mark Fairlie | February 05, 2025

The right CRM system can generate more leads, drive sales and improve customer service. Here's how two top CRM solutions, Salesforce and Zendesk, compare.

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Salesforce vs. Pipedrive Comparison
By Mark Fairlie | February 05, 2025

Salesforce and Pipedrive are two of the leading CRM platforms for small businesses. See our comparison of pricing, features and more.

Review
AdvancedMD Medical Billing Service Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | February 05, 2025

See why AdvancedMD might be the right medical billing service for your business.

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What Is Claims-Made vs. Occurrence?
By Sean Peek | February 05, 2025

When insuring a business, you'll find two coverage types: claims-made and occurrence. Learn the differences to choose the right business coverage.

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Employee Expense Reimbursement Guide
By Jennifer Dublino | February 04, 2025

Learn how to implement an employee expense reimbursement plan that clearly communicates protocols, navigates tax rules and keeps costs in check.

Review
AdvancedMD EHR Software Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | February 04, 2025

Learn why AdvancedMD may be the software solution for your business.

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HubSpot vs Zoho Comparison
By Mark Fairlie | February 04, 2025

See a comparison of the HubSpot and Zoho CRMs when it comes to pricing, features, integrations and more.

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Make Your LinkedIn Comments Sound Human (Even If They Aren’t)
By Antonio Ferme | February 04, 2025

Our full Q&A with LinkedIn influencer Craig Davis

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Ruff and Tumble: How Zoom Room’s CEO Created a Planet Fitness for Dogs
By Tess Barker | February 04, 2025

Our full Q&A with Mark Van Wye

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What Is General Ledger Accounting?
By Jamie Johnson | February 04, 2025

Maintaining a general ledger helps you gauge a business's financial health and avoid accounting mistakes. Learn what a general ledger is and how it works.

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How to Build a Successful SEO Strategy When You’re a Small Business
By Jennifer Dublino | February 04, 2025

Small businesses can build an SEO strategy to find new customers, boost website traffic, and build credibility. Learn tips for creating an SEO strategy.

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Overhead Cost and How to Calculate It
By Dock David Treece | February 04, 2025

Overhead costs are expenses tied to things other than the production of goods or services. Here's how to calculate overhead.

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Leadership Tips for Managing a (New) Remote Team
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 03, 2025

If you're suddenly managing your team remotely, these tips can help you communicate effectively and keep the company running smoothly.

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How to Keep Customers on Your Site and Boost Sales
By Chris Christoff | February 03, 2025

Your business can't expand without customer loyalty, so it's crucial to create a smooth, efficient user experience on your website.