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The Ads Affair: How the Ad Industry Has Changed and Is Changing
By Tom Anziano | September 14, 2026
Marketing is still an important component to promoting a brand, but consumers are more savvy about the process. Here is what you need to know.
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Slack for Business: How to Use Slack Messaging
By Jamie Johnson | September 14, 2026
Slack is a workplace communication app that offers a versatile and efficient tool for organizations, whether their employees work in an office or remotely.
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How Often Should You Upgrade Your Phone System?
By Sean Peek | September 14, 2026
Businesses need a business phone system that's fast, reliable and up to date. Learn how and when to upgrade and the best business phone systems to consider.
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How Much Does It Cost to Build a Website?
By Amanda Hoffman | September 14, 2026
Website costs range from $100 for a personal blog to over $20,000 for custom e-commerce. Learn pricing by site type, hidden fees, and DIY vs. agency pros and cons.
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Technology in Retail: How Mobile Technology Is Changing Retail
By Sean Peek | September 14, 2026
Mobile technology is changing the retail industry. Customers expect to use options like mobile payments, and businesses must use such tech to stay competitive.
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How Fintech Is Changing Business (and Bank Accounts)
By Mark Fairlie | September 14, 2026
FinTech is the financial technology fueling innovation in payment processing, lending, wealth management, and more. Learn how FinTech is changing business.
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How Employees Make or Break Business Success (and How You Can Lead the Way)
By Sean Peek | September 14, 2026
Your employees can determine whether your business succeeds or fails. Find out why, and get expert advice for guiding and motivating your team.
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How Do You Sustain and Grow Your Customer Relationships?
By Jennifer Dublino | September 14, 2026
The most important thing in sales and marketing is to attract and retain your most profitable business customers. Get tips and strategies.
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How Companies Can Change Their Culture to Attract (and Retain) Millennials
By Sean Peek | September 14, 2026
Millennials are a big part of the labor force. If your company wants to recruit and retain this age demographic, here are tips on what job factors they want.
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How a Good Work Atmosphere Leads to More Success
By Julie Thompson | September 14, 2026
Learn how a positive work environment boosts productivity, retention and morale, plus practical tips to build a workplace employees want to be part of.
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Hiring Process Timeline Best Practices
By Alison Grillo | September 14, 2026
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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Managing Tips for a Multigenerational Workforce: From Baby Boomers to Gen Z
By Kiely Kuligowski | September 14, 2026
With 4 active generations in the workforce, managers should understand varying communication styles. Learn tips for managing a multigenerational workforce.
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17 Things to Look for When Hiring Freelancers
By Miranda Fraraccio | September 14, 2026
Hiring the right freelancer for your company can be challenging. Learn how to evaluate freelancers' skills, experience and reliability before hiring them.
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Hiring for Attitude Over Experience: What the Numbers Show
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2026
Studies show that skilled and experienced employees with poor attitudes are more likely to fail. Here’s why hiring for attitude matters.
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Why It’s Important New Hires Fit a Company’s Culture
By Andrew Martins | September 14, 2026
Business owners who want a cohesive workplace must ensure new hires fitthe company culture. Learn why a cultural fit is vital and how to qualify people.
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Is It Time to Hire a CPA?
By Max Freedman | September 14, 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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Songs About Business: These Hit Tracks Have Hidden Lessons for Entrepreneurs
By Mike Berner | September 14, 2026
Entrepreneurs and business owners can learn some valuable lessons from the lyrics of hit songs by Beyoncé, Frank Sinatra and more.
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Could IVR Systems Improve Your Customer Service?
By Sean Peek | September 14, 2026
Check out these ways interactive voice response systems can improve your business’s customer service and positively impact your brand.
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Why Employee Growth Is Key to Growing Your Business
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2026
There's a trend of employees leaving companies, seeking opportunity and upward mobility elsewhere. Here are three tips to prevent employee churn.
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Samsung Pay vs. Google Pay vs. Apple Pay: Which Is Best?
By Adam Uzialko | September 14, 2026
Learn all about the features Samsung Pay, Google Pay and Apple Pay offer and which digital contactless payment method will work best for your business’s needs.
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A Step-By-Step Guide to Taking Your E-Commerce Business Global
By Jennifer Dublino | September 14, 2026
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 Create a Contest That Makes Your Brand Go Viral
By Sean Peek | September 14, 2026
Contests can create excitement and engagement for your brand, and help find new customers. Learn how you can run a successful promotion.
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How People Got Rich Without College
By Julie Thompson | September 14, 2026
Not everyone needs a college degree to start a successful business. Learn how rich entrepreneurs achieved their goals, and get valuable advice so you can, too.
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What Is Business Intelligence, and Why Do You Need It?
By Julie Thompson | September 14, 2026
Business intelligence tools can help improve customer relations, reduce costs and grow a company more quickly. Learn more about how BI can help your business.
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What Is General Ledger Accounting?
By Jamie Johnson | September 14, 2026
Maintaining a general ledger helps you gauge a business's financial health and avoid accounting mistakes. Learn what a general ledger is and how it works.
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What is Gap Insurance for Healthcare? Look for More of It in 2026
By Kimberlee Leonard | September 14, 2026
Sometimes your employees may struggle with out-of-pocket health care costs and high deductibles. Here is what your business needs to know about gap insurance.
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From Conflict to Cooperation: Building Stronger Cross-Cultural Teams
By Julie Thompson | September 14, 2026
Managing a culturally diverse team is often a challenging endeavor. Our guide offers simple suggestions on how you can strengthen your cross-cultural team.
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Why In-House and Freelance Web Developers Are Both Ideal for Small Businesses
By Mark Fairlie | September 14, 2026
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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Food Truck Tech: What You Need to Know
By Sean Peek | September 14, 2026
Discover the food truck technology that can help you accept payments, market your business, manage fleets, display menus and keep food safe on the road.
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The Pros and Cons of Flexible Benefits
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2026
Understand the pros and cons of flexible benefits so you can determine if they are right for your business.