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Guide to Email Marketing
By Kiely Kuligowski | December 10, 2025

Email is a crucial marketing channel for small businesses. Learn the basics of effective email marketing tactics and how to stay compliant with email laws.

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Accounting Cycle 101
By Dachondra Cason | December 10, 2025

The accounting cycle tracks a transaction until it's added to your company's financial statement. Follow this eight-step process to organize the data.

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6 Steps to Improve Your Organization’s Performance
By Jennifer Dublino | December 10, 2025

Continuous improvement is crucial for businesses. Learn the types of organizational improvements and 6 strategies for improving organizational performance.

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Sign on the Line: 5 Steps to Closing the Sale
By Jamie Johnson | December 10, 2025

Closing a sale is an art. With these steps, you can seal any deal and build an ongoing relationship with a prospect or client.

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Complete Guide to Building a Sales Process
By David Gargaro | December 10, 2025

A sales process helps you convert leads into customers and earn consistent sales in your business.

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Tips to Improve Customer Service on Your E-commerce Site
By Max Freedman | December 10, 2025

When you sell online, it's essential to make customer service personable. Learn how to sell excellent service, not just a product.

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Four Simple Steps to Valuing Your Small Business
By Russell Smith | December 10, 2025

If you're looking for investors or want to sell your business, you must determine its value. Follow these four steps to calculate it.

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The Best Medical Billing Services
By Leah Zitter | December 10, 2025

Tebra, AdvancedMD and Athenahealth offer medical billing services with claim management, coding support and revenue cycle analytics.

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The Best Remote PC Access Software of 2025
By Nadia Reckmann | December 08, 2025

Freshdesk, GoTo Assist and Splashtop provide remote PC access with high-speed connections, cross-platform support, and security features.

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8 Tips for Building a Successful Remote Company
By Jennifer Dublino | December 05, 2025

Remote companies provide significant benefits to employers and employees. Learn tips for building a successful remote company that runs like clockwork.

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11 Mobile Apps to Stay Connected With Your Team
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | December 05, 2025

Staying connected with your team is especially important in remote and hybrid settings. Here are 11 mobile apps that can help.

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The Best Website Builders and Design Services of 2025
By Mark Fairlie | December 04, 2025

Wix, Squarespace and Shopify are leading website builders, providing drag-and-drop interfaces, customizable templates and e-commerce capabilities.

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Postcards vs. Letters: Which Is the Better Direct Mail Marketing Strategy?
By Kent Moon | December 04, 2025

Direct mail marketing can generate leads and diversify your marketing strategy. Learn the benefits of postcards and letters in direct mail marketing.

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11 Ways to Drastically Cut Business Costs
By Katharine Paljug | December 04, 2025

Small businesses often have slim profit margins. Learn how to cut expenses to boost cash flow, invest in growth and lower prices without impacting revenue.

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11 Essential Components of Excellent Customer Service
By Megan Totka | December 04, 2025

Looking to improve your company's customer service? Make sure everyone on your team follows these best practices.

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10 Key Considerations to Make When Selling a Business
By Sean Peek | December 03, 2025

Selling a business is a big endeavor. Here is what you need to consider before putting your company on the market.

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Do It for Me: The Next Evolution of the On-Demand Economy
By Jamie Johnson | December 03, 2025

Consumers want convenience, which often means they want someone to do something for them on demand. Learn how to take advantage of the DIFM movement.

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Build a Brand That Attracts Gen Z and Millennial Customers
By Sean Peek | December 03, 2025

Check out these branding tips for business owners to connect with Generation Z and millennial consumers.

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6 Email Marketing Challenges and How to Overcome Them
By Jennifer Dublino | December 03, 2025

Email marketing is effective, but it has its share of obstacles. Find the solutions to email marketing's biggest issues.

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How to Apply for a Copyright Online
By Julianna Lopez | December 03, 2025

Obtaining a copyright is a straightforward process online. Learn how to apply for a copyright online and the benefits of protecting intellectual property.

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How to Dissolve a Partnership Agreement
By Sean Peek | December 02, 2025

The end of a partnership is usually difficult for a number of reasons. Here's how to end a partnership on good terms.

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The Benefits of Restaurant iPad POS Systems
By Skye Schooley | December 01, 2025

POS systems can provide a lot of value to your restaurant. Learn more about how this technology can boost your profits.

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Is a Free POS System Right for Your Business?
By Skye Schooley | December 01, 2025

Small businesses that must cut costs may consider a free POS system. Learn the benefits and limitations of free POS systems and some options to consider.

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Complete List of POS Charges and Fees
By Jamie Johnson | December 01, 2025

Every size business can benefit from a POS system, and there are various prices and technology suited for every need. Here’s what you need to know.

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Starting a Business From Home: The Ultimate Checklist
By Julie Thompson | December 01, 2025

Starting a business requires an organized approach to administrative, legal and practical tasks. Follow this checklist to start a business from home.

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Understanding Customer Emotions and Addressing Them in Your Sales Strategy
By Sean Peek | December 01, 2025

Emotion is the driving force in today’s buying process. Learn how to tap the feelings that drive customers’ buying decisions.

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VoIP vs. Landlines
By Mark Fairlie | December 01, 2025

VoIP and landline are options for your business phone system needs. Learn the pros and cons of each and how to choose the right communication solution.

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When Does Your Business Credit Score Matter?
By Donna Fuscaldo | December 01, 2025

Your business credit score is related to but separate from your personal credit score. Learn what a business credit score is and why it matters.

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Why In-House and Freelance Web Developers Are Both Ideal for Small Businesses
By Mark Fairlie | December 01, 2025

See the pros and cons of hiring freelance web developers versus having them on staff and find out how to decide which is best for your business.

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Up in Smoke: Should Businesses Still Drug Test for Marijuana?
By Skye Schooley | December 01, 2025

Amid increased legalization, the debate on whether to still drug test employees for weed use is complicated. See the pros and cons here.