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How to Print Postcards at Home With Word-Processing Software
By Max Freedman | April 09, 2025

Creating your own postcards at home is not too difficult. Here is what you need and how to do it.

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8 Tips to Manage Your Time as a Small Business Owner
By Jennifer Dublino | April 09, 2025

Small business owners are constantly pulled in different directions. Follow these time-management tips to maximize your effectiveness.

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Guide to Compensation Management
By Jennifer Dublino | April 09, 2025

To get and retain top talent, you need a strategy that considers your business’s strategic goals and objectives. Here is how to develop a good policy.

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What Is a Merit Pay Increase?
By Mark Fairlie | April 08, 2025

Merit increases can help boost productivity and retain valuable employees, but you need to know the benefits and pitfalls of the policy.

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6 Best Accounting Software Programs for 2025
By Mike Berner | April 08, 2025

Our team has compared the best accounting software. See up-to-date comparisons, reviews and costs for the top-rated accounting programs.

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How to Easily Implement a 5S Program for Your Business
By Jennifer Dublino | April 08, 2025

A 5S program consists of sort, straighten, shine, standardize and sustain. Learn how to implement a 5S program, boost efficiency and eliminate waste.

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The Psychology of Sales
By Max Freedman | April 08, 2025

There is a lot of psychology involved in trying to make a sale. Here are the key principles to understand when you're marketing to your customers.

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Oh, No, You Didn’t! 4 Tips for Preventing Employee Accounting Fraud
By Dachondra Cason | April 08, 2025

Employee accounting fraud is a possibility for any business. Learn how to prevent and mitigate employee fraud with these tips.

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What Is Workflow Automation?
By Mark Fairlie | April 08, 2025

Automating manual processes improves efficiency and eliminates human error. Learn about workflow automation and how to create an automated workflow.

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The Management Theory of Elton Mayo
By Sean Peek | April 07, 2025

Discover how George Elton Mayo revolutionized workplace management with his groundbreaking theory, emphasizing teamwork, communication and employee motivation over monetary rewards.

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Ooma Office Review and Plan Costs in 2025
By Jessica Elliott | April 07, 2025

Ooma Office is an affordable on-premises VoIP phone system that is ideal for very small businesses. It might not have all of the features other systems offer, but it does have the ones very small...

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10 Critical Elements of Professional Invoices
By Megan Totka | April 07, 2025

Invoicing is crucial for small business cash flow. Learn how to create an effective professional invoice that increases the likelihood of timely payments.

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10 Ways to Stop Absenteeism in the Workplace
By Skye Schooley | April 07, 2025

Learn what absenteeism is and how to prevent it in the workplace.

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What Is Sales Pipeline Management?
By Nicole Fallon | April 07, 2025

Discover what a sales pipeline is, how to manage it, and ways to optimize your own pipeline.

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Find Out Which Credit Card Payment App for Android Works Best for You
By Adam Uzialko | April 07, 2025

If you have an Android phone, an Android credit card payment app can help you accept mobile payments. Find the best credit card payment apps for Android.

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How to Accept Credit Card Payments Using Your Phone
By Simone Johnson | April 07, 2025

Learn how to accept credit card payments from your smartphone or tablet.

Review
Insperity PEO Services Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | April 07, 2025

Insperity provides PEO services to businesses needing benefits administration, payroll processing, risk management resources and HR consulting. Its competitive pricing and flexible plan make it a...

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The Pros and Cons of Having a Human Resources Department
By Skye Schooley | April 07, 2025

Should you hire an internal human resources department? Learn the pros and cons of having an HR department and how to go about hiring one.

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Revenue vs. Income: What’s the Difference?
By Dock David Treece | April 07, 2025

Learn how the relationship between revenue and income affects your business and its value.

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What Is Keystroke Logging?
By Andrew Martins | April 07, 2025

There is more than one way to monitor your employees' actions during the workday. Is keystroke logging a viable option for your small business?

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Why Every Business Should Be Using Multiple Social Media Accounts
By Julie Thompson | April 04, 2025

Successful companies use multiple social media platforms to stay competitive. Here's why you shouldn’t rely only on Facebook and X (Twitter).

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Why HR’s Organizational Structure Matters
By Skye Schooley | April 04, 2025

Ensuring your HR team is appropriately organized and structured is critical to your success. Here’s more about the types of structure and why they matter.

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Repeat Business: 8 Ways to Keep Your Customers Coming Back
By Sean Peek | April 04, 2025

Repeat business can improve cash flow and ROI, promote your brand and help you better target customers. Learn seven strategies for earning repeat business.

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Square Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | April 04, 2025

Square is a top credit card processor with no fees, low rates and pay-as-you-go terms. Learn why Square is the best credit card processor for startups.

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How to Survive Working 12-Hour Shifts
By Max Freedman | April 04, 2025

Some professions, like truck drivers, nurses and police officers, require long shifts due to on-the-job duties. Learn tips for surviving 12-hour shifts.

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athenahealth Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | April 04, 2025

Discover why athenahealth stands out for customer service with free training for small teams and 24/7 live support.

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What Is OSHA Compliance?
By Max Freedman | April 04, 2025

This guide explains OSHA and the regulations it sets for workplace safety and employee health. Learn how your small business can comply with OSHA.

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Small Business Guide to Hiring a Social Media Manager
By Kiely Kuligowski | April 03, 2025

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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The Best HR Outsourcing Services of 2025
By Skye Schooley | April 03, 2025

Human resource outsourcing services can simplify your human resource responsibilities. Learn about the best HROs available for your small business.

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The Pros and Cons of a Payroll Card
By Julie Thompson | April 03, 2025

Should you offer employees the option of being paid via payroll card? Learn the pros and cons so you can make the best decision for your company.