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The 5 Most Important KPIs for Warehouses
By Kaytlyn Smith | January 21, 2025

Measuring the right metrics can help your business make informed decisions and maximize efficiency within its warehouse operations.

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How to Get a License for Your Construction Company
By Sean Peek | January 21, 2025

Most states in the U.S. require contractors to have a license to work legally. Here’s how to successfully license your construction company.

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The 3 C’s of Effective Marketing
By Julie Thompson | January 21, 2025

Learn how these principles can improve your company's marketing and get marketing strategy tips from business experts.

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How to Conduct a Payroll Audit
By Max Freedman | January 21, 2025

Payroll audits can be beneficial to your business. Learn how to conduct one with this step-by-step guide and get software recommendations.

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9 Reasons Why Encouraging Employee Fitness Is Beneficial
By Julie Thompson | January 21, 2025

A wellness focus is a win-win for employees and organizations.

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Importance of a Strong Finance Team for Accounting and Seeking Capital
By Jennifer Dublino | January 17, 2025

To achieve financial goals you might need a top-notch finance department. Learn how your company can become more competitive.

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Want to Boost Productivity? Start by Cleaning Your Office
By Julie Thompson | January 17, 2025

You can get more done if you keep your space tidy. Here are several regular practices that can make you work more effectively.

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Increase Sales With These Proven Tactics
By David Gargaro | January 17, 2025

Growing sales is crucial for small business success. Learn proven ways to increase sales and help your small business grow.

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What Is a Pharmaceutical Wholesaler?
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | January 17, 2025

Pharmaceutical wholesalers purchase medications directly from manufacturers and then sell the medications to pharmacies.

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How Open Office Plans Affect Workplace Productivity
By Julie Thompson | January 17, 2025

Open offices have pros and cons when it comes to productivity. Learn their upsides and drawbacks and how to maintain productivity in an open office plan.

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Management Theory of Michael Porter
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | January 16, 2025

Michael Porter’s theory can help you build a more competitive management strategy for your business. Here is what you need to know.

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How to Choose Accounting Software
By Jamie Johnson | January 16, 2025

The best accounting software makes it easy for a business to track expenses, send invoices and collaborate with their accountant. Here’s what to consider.

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Hiring Freelancers for Your Startup? Consider These Pros and Cons
By Skye Schooley | January 16, 2025

If you're considering hiring freelancers to help you grow your startup, here are a few pros and cons to remember.

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Mother Untitled CEO Neha Ruch On “How to Plan a Career Break After Kids” (Full Q&A)
By Ali Saleh | January 16, 2025

An interview with the author of The Power Pause

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How Artificial Intelligence Is Changing Business Software
By Amanda Hoffman | January 16, 2025

Explore how AI is transforming business software by enhancing efficiency, automation and insights.

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How to Identify a True Leader
By Sean Peek | January 16, 2025

Follow these tips and tricks to make sure your next hire has the leadership skills you need on the team.

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The Management Theory of Frederick Taylor
By Sean Peek | January 16, 2025

Frederick Taylor’s scientific management theory boosts efficiency by breaking jobs into tasks and still influences modern operations and productivity today.

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Sign on the Line: 5 Steps to Closing the Sale
By Jamie Johnson | January 15, 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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6 Signs It’s Time to Terminate an Employee
By Jamie Johnson | January 15, 2025

Terminating employees can be difficult. Learn six signs that it's time to fire an employee and understand best practices in the firing process.

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The Complete Guide to Accounts Payable Reporting
By Jamie Johnson | January 15, 2025

An accounts payable reporting process ensures accurate financial data and on-time bill payments. Learn about accounts payable reporting and report types.

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Assets in Business Accounting: Types & Determining Value
By Sean Peek | January 15, 2025

Assets refer to resources that can be converted into cash. Learn how assets work, the various types of assets, how to determine an asset's value and more.

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How to Cash In on Your Excess Inventory
By Bennett Conlin | January 15, 2025

Surplus stock is an opportunity to make some cash and get further exposure for your business.

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Email Pop-Up Benefits and Examples
By Rachelle Gordon | January 15, 2025

Email pop-up boxes can help grow your business. Learn more in this complete guide.

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What Is an Accounts Payable Process?
By Jamie Johnson | January 15, 2025

An efficient accounts payable process ensures that your vendors are paid on time and reduces the likelihood of human error. Learn how to set up an AP process.

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How Much Does It Cost to Start an Online Business?
By Zac Johnson | January 15, 2025

While expenses to begin an online business vary, here are some common costs you can expect to see with your new venture.

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Salesforce vs. HubSpot Comparison
By Mark Fairlie | January 15, 2025

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

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How to Create a Market Research Plan
By Max Freedman | January 15, 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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Make More Sales With More E-commerce Payment Options
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | January 15, 2025

Completing a payment should be the easiest part of your customer's journey. Try to make it as fast and straightforward as possible for them.

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Customer Delight: The New Standard in Customer Service
By Sean Peek | January 14, 2025

To delight a customer is to provide the unexpected. Here are seven key principles to providing a delightful customer service experience.

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What Is a Discretionary Bonus?
By David Gargaro | January 14, 2025

A nuanced understanding is crucial when offering compensation beyond employees' agreed-upon salary or wages.