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How to Stay Motivated to Start a Business
By Simone Johnson | May 06, 2025

Stay motivated when starting a business by focusing on physical health, practicing daily mindset shifts, and creating a strong mission statement you believe in.

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Restaurant Security: A Guide to Protecting Your Business From Theft and Fraud
By Sean Peek | May 05, 2025

See our checklist to ensure you're keeping your restaurant as secure as possible with the proper technology and tools.

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Textline Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | May 05, 2025

Textline offers robust communication and security features. Learn why it's our choice for the best text message marketing service for large businesses.

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Xero Accounting Software Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | May 05, 2025

Xero accounting software offers unlimited users, 1,000+ integrations, and plans from $12-$65/month with user-friendly interfaces for growing businesses.

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Benchmark Email Marketing Review
By Sean Peek | May 05, 2025

Benchmark Email offers drag-and-drop email marketing with 120+ templates and 24/7 support. Free plan includes 250 emails/month; Pro starts at $13.99/month.

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A Multifactor Authentication Guide: What Is It and How to Set It Up
By Mark Fairlie | May 02, 2025

Multifactor authentication can improve account and IT system security, protecting data against hackers. Learn how MFA works and how to get started.

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What Is the Best Authenticator App to Use?
By Mark Fairlie | May 02, 2025

Hackers target companies that rely on passwords to protect their IT systems. Learn how authenticator apps work to stop hackers in their tracks.

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How to Build Business Momentum With Limited Resources
By Sean Peek | May 01, 2025

Building business momentum usually requires financial resources. Learn strategies to build business momentum with few resources and how to avoid mistakes.

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How to Structure a Stock Purchase Agreement (Template)
By Max Freedman | May 01, 2025

A stock purchase agreement outlines the sale of company stock to buyers. Here's how to create a stock purchase agreement, along with a helpful template.

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Electronic Logging Devices: What SMBs Need to Know
By Sean Peek | May 01, 2025

If you operate a small fleet for your business, you may be required to abide by FMCSA regulations for electronic logging devices (ELDs).

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How to Hire Immigrant Workers for Your Small Business
By Skye Schooley | May 01, 2025

Small businesses have a lot to think about when dealing with immigration and foreign employees. Learn about visas, work authorization I-9 forms and more.

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Verizon Connect Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | May 01, 2025

Verizon Connect provides a wide selection of GPS fleet tracking services that are scalable to meet the needs of any fleet size.

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The Benefits of Employee Job Rotations
By Patrick Proctor | April 30, 2025

When done correctly, job rotation programs can add a lot of benefits to your business. Here is how to implement one.

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9 Steps for Building a Successful Construction Business
By Sean Peek | April 29, 2025

Reputation is crucial to a construction business because the stakes are high. Learn how to build a successful construction company with the right tools.

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What Is GAAP? A Guide to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
By Jamie Johnson | April 29, 2025

GAAP refers to a set of rules and standards used for financial reporting in the U.S. Learn how GAAP principles work and what they mean for your business.

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Corporate Wellness Programs: Health Benefits With Some Legal Risks
By Jennifer Post | April 29, 2025

Corporate wellness programs are company-led initiatives to improve or maintain employee health and well-being. Learn the benefits and risks involved.

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What Are the Benefits of a Section 125 Plan?
By Miranda Fraraccio | April 29, 2025

With the tax savings it offers, a Section 125 plan can be a nice addition to a benefits package. Here are the pros and cons of these plans.

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How to Process Accounts Receivable: A Step-by-Step Guide
By Jamie Johnson | April 29, 2025

Learn how the accounts receivable process works and how accounting software can streamline your business’s ability to track and collect money owed.

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What Is a Cyber Attack?
By Mark Fairlie | April 29, 2025

Discover the type of damage a cyber attack can do to any business, and some of the top ways you can prevent them.

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How Page Load Speed Affects Customer Behavior
By Mark Fairlie | April 28, 2025

Do you want to rank higher on Google and make more sales? Find out how to determine if your site downloads too slowly and what will boost its speed.

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Small Business 401(k) Plans: What to Know About Employee Retirement Plans
By Jennifer Dublino | April 28, 2025

Learn the ins and outs of 401(k) plans to make sure you comply and help your employees save as much as possible.

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The Risks Associated With a Personal Guarantee
By Jennifer Post | April 28, 2025

Many small business loans require the business owner to sign a personal guarantee. Learn about the risks of personally guaranteeing a loan.

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Pros and Cons of Merchant Cash Advance Loans
By Jamie Johnson | April 28, 2025

Merchant cash advances offer fast funding to SMBs with APRs up to 200%, easy approval with poor credit, but high costs and daily repayments strain cash flow.

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Everything to Know About Uber Eats for Restaurants
By Miranda Fraraccio | April 24, 2025

Considering launching your restaurant on Uber Eats? Before you take the plunge, read our guide to ensure it's the right opportunity for your business.

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The Top Accounting Challenges Small Businesses Face
By Alika Cooper | April 24, 2025

Accounting challenges don't have to break your company. Here's how to overcome them.

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10 Tips for Choosing the Right Web Hosting Company
By Genia Stevens | April 23, 2025

Follow these tips to choose the right web host for your company website so that it's accessible and secure.

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Accounting Cycle 101
By Dachondra Cason | April 23, 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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4 Ways to Boost Your Balance Sheet
By Donna Fuscaldo | April 23, 2025

Want to improve cash flow or look good in the eyes of the bank or investors? Here's how to strengthen your balance sheet.

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Why Professional Development Is Important for Your Career
By Jennifer Dublino | April 23, 2025

Professional development boosts employee performance, career mobility and retention. Learn how it benefits workers and employers alike.

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ConnectWise Control Remote PC Access Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | April 23, 2025

ConnectWise Control's easy-to-use remote PC access software works for personal users, telecommuters and IT technicians. It is compatible across all mobile and desktop devices.