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7 Things Entrepreneurs Should Know About Sales and Marketing Today
By Jennifer Dublino | January 12, 2026

Successful entrepreneurs have adjusted marketing and sales mindsets to incorporate digital tools and analytics. Learn today's marketing and sales trends.

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Everything You Need to Know About the Statement of Shareholders’ Equity
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 12, 2026

A statement of shareholder equity can tell you if your business is doing well or if it's time to fine-tune some of your activities.

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9 Steps for Building a Successful Construction Business
By Sean Peek | January 12, 2026

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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Paid vs. Organic Social Media: How to Strike the Right Balance
By Skye Schooley | January 12, 2026

Find out the pros and cons of paid and organic social media marketing. Learn the right balance between both strategies.

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The Risks Associated With a Personal Guarantee
By Jennifer Post | January 12, 2026

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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There’s a Fee for That: Pros and Cons of Surcharging Credit Cards
By Jennifer Dublino | January 12, 2026

Credit card surcharging shifts processing costs to customers but can cause legal issues, competitive disadvantages and customer dissatisfaction.

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How to Calculate Night Shift Differential Pay
By Max Freedman | January 12, 2026

Night shift differential pay applies to employees who don't typically work night shifts. Learn how to calculate and apply night shift differential pay.

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How Dual Monitors Can Save You Time and Money
By Jennifer Post | January 12, 2026

With a dual-monitor workspace, you can boost your productivity and accomplish tasks in less time. Learn how to add a second monitor.

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How to Hire Immigrant Workers for Your Small Business
By Skye Schooley | January 12, 2026

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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How to Structure a Stock Purchase Agreement (Template)
By Max Freedman | January 12, 2026

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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How to Accept Credit Card Payments Over the Phone
By Adam Uzialko | January 12, 2026

You can accept credit card payments over the phone by securely keying the customer's card details into your POS terminal, mobile app or virtual terminal.

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How Do HIPAA Laws Impact Employers? (HIPAA Compliance Checklist)
By Adam Uzialko | January 12, 2026

This guide includes everything employers need to know about HIPAA requirements, as well as a HIPAA compliance checklist.

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7 Signs It’s Time to Hire Your First HR Person
By Skye Schooley | January 12, 2026

By hiring someone to handle HR in-house, small business owners can save time and increase confidence that their HR is being handled responsibly.

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What Is a High-Risk Business Loan and What Industries Can It Help?
By Julie Thompson | January 12, 2026

If your company is considered too risky by traditional lenders, a high-risk business loan might offer financing options.

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6 Key Strategies for Growing Your Construction Firm
By Jennifer Post | January 12, 2026

The future of construction looks good, especially for those in home, commercial or infrastructure. Here are six tips for success within the industry.

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The Best Employee Monitoring Software of 2026
By Skye Schooley | January 12, 2026

Teramind, Hubstaff and ActivTrak provide employee monitoring solutions with activity tracking, productivity analysis and compliance features.

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What Is GAAP? A Guide to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
By Jamie Johnson | January 12, 2026

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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Competition in the Workplace: 6 Things to Know
By Jennifer Dublino | January 12, 2026

When does friendly competition between co-workers turn toxic? Follow these strategies to manage your team's competitiveness and drive healthy motivation.

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Fast, Good or Cheap — The Iron Triangle
By Jamie Johnson | January 12, 2026

The iron triangle says pick two of three: fast, good, or cheap. Lean startup methods challenge this by using MVPs and iteration to achieve all three at once.

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How to Engage Your Email Subscribers More Efficiently
By Amanda Hoffman | January 12, 2026

Email marketing has a high ROI when done right. Learn how to engage your email subscribers to boost sales and increase marketing campaign effectiveness.

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The Benefits of Employee Job Rotations
By Patrick Proctor | January 12, 2026

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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Electronic Logging Devices: What SMBs Need to Know
By Sean Peek | January 12, 2026

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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What’s the Difference Between a Grant and a Business Loan?
By Skye Schooley | January 12, 2026

Learn whether a grant or loan is better for your business, the different types of each, how to choose between them and the best loan providers.

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Credit Card Processing in High-Risk Industries
By Dachondra Cason | January 12, 2026

High-risk merchant accounts face higher fees, rolling reserves, and stricter terms but can access international markets and find processors like PayKings.

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Creating a Sales Manual
By Jamie Johnson | January 12, 2026

Your company sales manual is your sales department's "how-to" guide for achieving success. Learn how to create one.

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Corporate Wellness Programs: Health Benefits With Some Legal Risks
By Jennifer Post | January 12, 2026

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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How to Clean and Speed Up Your Laptop
By Stella Morrison | January 12, 2026

These quick fixes allow you to clean and speed up your laptop so it runs like it did when you first bought it. See how to improve computer performance.

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How to Build Business Momentum With Limited Resources
By Sean Peek | January 12, 2026

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 Build Trust With E-Commerce Customers
By Sammi Caramela | January 12, 2026

Online shoppers sometimes worry about making purchases over the internet. Learn how to protect your customers and address their concerns.

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8 Tips to Become a Better Brand Storyteller
By Jennifer Post | January 12, 2026

Your customers seek entertainment and telling them a good story can create deeper connections, boost sales and drive company growth.