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How to Make Your CRM Your Company’s Most Flexible Tool
By Mark Fairlie | February 10, 2026
Learn how to choose and implement flexible CRM software for your small business and which systems might work best for your company.
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What Is Workflow Automation?
By Mark Fairlie | February 10, 2026
Automating manual processes improves efficiency and eliminates human error. Learn about workflow automation and how to create an automated workflow.
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4 Tips to Build a Strong In-House Marketing Team
By Jennifer Dublino | February 10, 2026
If you have the resources, an in-house marketing team can lower costs and foster creativity and agility. Learn to build a strong in-house marketing team.
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Salesforce CRM vs. Zoho CRM
By Mark Fairlie | February 10, 2026
Salesforce CRM and Zoho CRM are excellent customer relationship management platforms for sales, marketing and communication. Here's how they compare.
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20 Features to Look for in a CRM
By Mark Fairlie | February 10, 2026
Many CRM platforms are available that promise to help businesses maintain customer relationships. Learn 20 crucial features your CRM software should offer.
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Salesforce vs. NetSuite: Which CRM Is Right for Your Business?
By Kaylyn McKenna | February 10, 2026
Salesforce and NetSuite are among the best CRMs in 2025. We compared their pricing, features and more to help you determine which is best for your company.
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Video Conferencing Etiquette Tips for Presenters and Attendees
By Karina Fabian | February 10, 2026
Video conferences can be effective virtual meetings or a waste of time and resources. Learn 18 tips for more productive and enjoyable video conferences.
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Common Conference Call Issues and Their Solutions
By Joshua Stowers | February 10, 2026
Unstable audio or video connections can make hosting a meeting difficult for any business. Here are the most common problems and their solutions.
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7 Things to Consider Before Starting a Restaurant
By Max Freedman | February 10, 2026
Before you launch your restaurant business, learn about important considerations, such as location, marketing and software.
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Small Business Guide to Hiring a Social Media Manager
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 10, 2026
Are you considering hiring a social media manager for your business? Find out what to look for, where to find one and how much you should pay.
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How to Run a Successful One-Person Business
By Bennett Conlin | February 10, 2026
You can create a successful, long-lasting one-person business, but you must overcome obstacles alone. Learn how to help your one-person business succeed.
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Is It Time to Hire a CPA?
By Max Freedman | February 10, 2026
CPAs cost $150-$400 per hour and should be hired at business startup if affordable. They stay current on tax laws and make fewer errors than doing it yourself.
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Which Business Credit Card Fees Are Tax-Deductible?
By Sally Herigstad | February 10, 2026
Businesses can deduct credit card annual fees and other fees as business expenses. Learn how to deduct business credit card fees on your taxes correctly.
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Calculating the Costs of Call Center Systems
By Mark Fairlie | February 10, 2026
Call center costs vary and many systems are available. Finding the right one for your business can be challenging. Here’s what you should consider.
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Top Challenges of Electronic Health Record (EHR) Implementation
By Mark Fairlie | February 10, 2026
EHRs are a vital way to automate and streamline the healthcare process, but implementation can be challenging. Learn how to smooth the transition.
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How to File Medical Claims
By Leah Zitter | February 10, 2026
Medical offices bill insurance providers for clients' services. Learn what's involved, including HIPAA regulations, what to include and what can go wrong.
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What Is Medical Billing and Coding?
By Leah Zitter | February 10, 2026
Medical billing and coding systems ensure that health providers get paid for their services. Learn the steps in medical billing and medical coding.
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What Is Claim Scrubbing?
By Sean Peek | February 10, 2026
Claim scrubbing is the process of verifying that a medical claim's codes are accurate. Learn how code scrubbing works and which tools can help.
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HubSpot CRM Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | February 10, 2026
HubSpot is a great CRM system for businesses seeking sales and marketing integration to drive revenue and manage funnels. Learn more about HubSpot CRM.
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Salesforce CRM Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | February 10, 2026
Salesforce CRM helps businesses manage and support customer relationships. Learn about Salesforce CRM's features, customization options, pricing and more.
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OnPay Software Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | February 10, 2026
OnPay’s user-friendly payroll tools and excellent customer support make it the best payroll service for small businesses. Explore features and pricing.
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How to Accept Credit Card Payments Over the Phone
By Adam Uzialko | February 10, 2026
You can accept credit card payments over the phone by securely keying the customer's card details into your POS terminal, mobile app or virtual terminal.
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How to Offer Employee Benefits
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
If you need help with your benefits management process, follow these five steps to get your employee benefits plan up and running.
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How to Choose a Mobile POS System
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
There are a lot of mobile point-of-sale apps out there. How do you choose the best mobile POS for your business?
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Payment Gateway vs. Payment Processor: Key Differences Explained
By Jennifer Dublino | February 10, 2026
A payment gateway encrypts and transmits customer data; a processor moves funds between accounts. Both are essential for online credit card transactions.
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Things You Should Know Before Hiring a Call Center
By Mark Fairlie | February 10, 2026
If your business struggles with its volume of inbound calls, a call center service can help. Here's what you should consider before partnering with one.
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Capital vs. Operating Grants: Which Does Your Business Need?
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 10, 2026
Capital and operating grants are two different ways to fund your business. Here's what you need to know before applying for a business grant.
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A Guide to Restaurant Payment Processing
By Jennifer Dublino | February 10, 2026
Restaurants benefit from using payment processors that offer POS integration, fraud protection, flexible terms and support for mobile and online payments.
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Find Out Which Credit Card Payment App for Android Works Best for You
By Adam Uzialko | February 10, 2026
Mobile credit card payment processing apps for Android include PayPal, Square, SumUp, QuickBooks and Shopify, offering varied fees, hardware and features.
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14 Accounting and Cash Flow Management Lessons From CEOs
By Catherine vanVonno | February 10, 2026
Learn the best practices for handling cash flow and other accounting issues. These useful tips and strategies will help you manage business finances.