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The State of the B2B Sharing Economy
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | December 16, 2025

The sharing economy, also known as the peer-to-peer sharing economy, is a system where assets or services are shared between consumers.

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9 Metrics That Amp Up Agile Team Productivity
By Kaytlyn Smith | December 16, 2025

Agile metrics quantify human capital investments while keeping your team's learning journey clear of obstacles.

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From Conflict to Cooperation: Building Stronger Cross-Cultural Teams
By Julie Thompson | December 15, 2025

Cultural intelligence, communication training and empathy help global teams overcome conflict and foster stronger cross-cultural collaboration.

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Resume Screening 101: How to Find the Right Candidate in a Stack of Applications
By Adam Uzialko | December 15, 2025

To make sure you’re only bringing in the best candidates for job interviews, screen resumes to filter out red flags and identify the most promising applicants.

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Best Restaurant POS Systems
By Quinn Springett | December 15, 2025

Toast, Lightspeed, and TouchBistro provide restaurant POS systems with order management, inventory tracking and customer loyalty programs.

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The Best Time & Attendance Software of 2025
By Skye Schooley | December 15, 2025

Hubstaff, Buddy Punch and When I Work offer time tracking solutions with scheduling, GPS tracking and integration with payroll systems.

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The Best Accounting Software Choices for E-commerce Businesses: Our Top Picks for 2025
By Mike Berner | December 15, 2025

Top accounting software for ecommerce like Xero and QuickBooks Online provide tools for inventory tracking, sales tax management and financial reporting.

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The Best Human Resources Software of 2025
By Skye Schooley | December 11, 2025

HR software can simplify your human resource responsibilities. Learn what the best HR software options can do for your small business.

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The Best Call Center Software In 2025
By Mark Fairlie | December 11, 2025

Five9, Twilio and GoTo provide cloud-based call center solutions with AI-powered routing, analytics and omnichannel support.

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Aim and Fire! How to Identify Your Target Audience
By Mark Fairlie | December 11, 2025

Not everyone will need your products or services. Learn how to pinpoint your target audience to properly identify and market to your ideal customers.

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12 Things You Must Do Before Starting a Business
By Adam Uzialko | December 10, 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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What Is Recruitment?
By Skye Schooley | December 10, 2025

Effective recruiting strategies can improve your workforce and save you money. Learn what the recruitment process is and how to conduct it.

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Quit Your Day Job for Your Startup: 5 Steps to Success
By Sammi Caramela | December 10, 2025

It can be scary transitioning from traditional employment to entrepreneurship. Here's how to make it easier and increase your chance of startup success.

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Hiring Process Timeline Best Practices
By Alison Grillo | December 10, 2025

How long should your hiring process take? Find out how long each step of your recruiting process should be and learn tips for speeding it up.

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How to Create a Market Research Plan
By Max Freedman | December 10, 2025

Market research plans define an existing problem and/or outline an opportunity. From there, the marketing strategy is broken down task by task.

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How to Start a Clothing Store
By Shari Weiss | December 10, 2025

Our guide breaks down everything you need to know about starting an in-person or online clothing store, with expert advice from retailers.

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How to Become a Freelancer
By Arjun Kohli | December 10, 2025

If you’re looking for flexibility and autonomy in your work, consider becoming a freelancer by following these steps.

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A Step-By-Step Guide to Taking Your E-Commerce Business Global
By Jennifer Dublino | December 10, 2025

This guide will show you how to take your e-commerce business worldwide using solid planning, research and strategy.

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How to Build Brand Advocacy in 6 Simple Steps
By Jennifer Dublino | December 10, 2025

Brand advocacy is when customers are so happy with your brand that they promote it. Learn how to encourage organic advocacy and find brand ambassadors.

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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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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.