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The Pros and Cons of Using a PEO
By Skye Schooley | March 31, 2025

PEOs offer recruitment assistance, Fortune 500-level employee benefits for small businesses, and liability protection in wrongful termination lawsuits.

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Q1 Reflections: Important Ways to Take Stock of the First Quarter
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | March 31, 2025

Learn how to take stock of how your business fared during Q1 so you can continue marching toward completing your company's goals in Q2.

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The Most Popular Types of 501(c)s
By Deborah Sweeney | March 28, 2025

If you plan to form a nonprofit, it's important to know about the most common types of 501(c) groups. Get expert-backed tips for your organization.

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Can Managers Become Leaders?
By Jennifer Post | March 28, 2025

Managers plan and carry out organizational activities, but their role demands leadership. Here are five ways managers can become great leaders.

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Visualizing Success: How to Set Up Effective Quarterly Goals
By Julie Thompson | March 28, 2025

Breaking goals into small, actionable initiatives allows your employees and clients to become more productive over shorter time frames.

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7 Challenges to Outsourcing HR (and How to Overcome Them)
By Skye Schooley | March 27, 2025

If you're considering outsourcing your HR, keep these challenges in mind so you'll know what to look for in the right service.

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Pipedrive Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | March 27, 2025

Pipedrive is a powerful CRM with exceptional sales automation features. Learn how Pipedrive can help you customize and streamline complex workflows.

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Podium Text Message Marketing Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | March 27, 2025

Podium is an online reputation management service that allows you to acquire and manage customer reviews from one robust platform.

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Human Interest 401k Review and Pricing
By Kimberlee Leonard | March 27, 2025

Human Interest charges $160 per month plus $7 per employee with 0.06% investment fees. Setup is easy and includes mobile app access and payroll integration.

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Comcast Business Internet Review and Pricing
By Jeff Hale | March 27, 2025

Comcast Business Internet offers speeds up to 1.25 Gbps with 24/7 support and four-hour response windows, making it ideal for multi-location enterprises.

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How to Use Data Science to Get Ahead in Business
By Mark Fairlie | March 26, 2025

Big data isn't just for big businesses. Find how small businesses can use data science and what the benefits are.

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She’s Got a Blank Check, and She’ll Write Your Name: Taylor Swift’s Billion-Dollar Business Playbook
By Tess Barker | March 26, 2025

Our full Q&A with There’s Nothing Like This author Kevin Evers

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What to Include in an Employment Contract
By Skye Schooley | March 26, 2025

Learn what an employment contract includes and the advantages and limitations of using one.

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What Is a Criminal Background Check?
By Patrick Proctor | March 25, 2025

This guide introduces the concept of criminal background checks and why employers might use one when recruiting and hiring new employees.

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How to Write Up an Employee
By Skye Schooley | March 25, 2025

Written warnings document employee misconduct and behavior. Learn how to do it the right way.

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ADP TotalSource Review: HR Outsourcing and PEO
By Skye Schooley | March 25, 2025

ADP is a popular HR service provider that handles benefits, payroll, compliance and more. Learn why ADP is the best PEO/HRO for benefits administration.

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8 Ways to Track Trends on Social Media
By Tom Anziano | March 25, 2025

When you understand social media trends, you can adjust your business’ marketing strategy and boost your success. Here is what you should know.

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Meet the Angels: Silicon Valley’s Most Well-Known Investors
By Jennifer Dublino | March 24, 2025

Silicon Valley is home to some of the most powerful investors in the nation. Check out this list of some of the most well-known investors in the Valley.

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Features of Business Security Systems
By Sean Peek | March 24, 2025

Here's how to find an effective, affordable security system for your business.

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What to Include in a Promotion Letter
By Max Freedman | March 24, 2025

Promotion letters formalize changes you've discussed with an employee. Learn how to write them by following our guide and using this template.

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10 Core Functions of HR Software
By Skye Schooley | March 24, 2025

What core functions do HR departments handle? Find out whether keeping HR in-house or outsourcing is best for your business.

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Samsara Fleet Management Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | March 24, 2025

Samsara's GPS fleet management platform is intuitive, fully featured and ideal for companies wanting to start their transition to electric vehicles.

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From Texting to Tweeting: Tech-Savvy Millennials Are Changing the Way We Work
By Julie Thompson | March 24, 2025

Millennials are tech-savvy and they want a collaborative and flexible work environment. Here is how their love of tech is altering daily practices.

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Why You Should Let Your Employees Nap on the Job
By Skye Schooley | March 24, 2025

The key to productivity may actually be allowing workers to sleep during the day. Learn about incorporating nap time into your workplace.

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Constant Contact Email Marketing Review and Pricing
By Sean Peek | March 24, 2025

Constant Contact is an affordable and easy-to-use email marketing service. It has all the tools businesses need to create great email campaigns.

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In the Can: 5 Types of Presentations Every CEO Needs to Have
By Julie Thompson | March 20, 2025

CEOs must be able to speak for their companies at crucial junctions. Learn how to prepare an investor pitch, board meeting update, vision pitch and more.

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TouchBistro Review and Pricing
By Jamie Johnson | March 20, 2025

TouchBistro is a customizable POS system for restaurants of all sizes. Learn how TouchBistro works and the different features it offers.

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MMS vs. SMS: Which is Best for Text Message Marketing?
By Mark Fairlie | March 20, 2025

SMS and MMS are two different ways to send text messages. Learn how to choose the right one for your small business’s marketing campaign.

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Why Offering Multiple Payment Methods Is a Must for SMBs
By Amanda Hoffman | March 19, 2025

Discover how to boost sales and loyalty by offering multiple payment options.

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What Is Accounting Automation and How Can It Help SMBs?
By Amanda Hoffman | March 19, 2025

Discover how accounting automation helps small businesses save time, reduce errors and improve cash flow.