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The End of Rank and Yank: Management Practices Revisited
By Jennifer Post | March 23, 2023

The rank and management practice was once prominently used by some major corporations. Learn more about its pros and cons.

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What Is the Cost of Software Development?
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

The cost for software development depends on a variety of different factors. Learn how to make the right choices for your business.

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Workplace Bullying: How to Identify and Handle It
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Learn how to recognize bullying in the workplace and strategies for handling inappropriate treatment.

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Are Piercings and Tattoos in the Workplace Still Taboo?
By Suzanne Lucas | March 23, 2023

With the changing workplace norms, do tattoos and piercings still hinder a career? Here's what you need to consider before getting piercings or tattoos.

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The 4 Biggest Red Flags in Credit Card Processing
By business.com editorial staff | March 23, 2023

Learn to identify the ways credit card processors try to trick you into spending more on fees and equipment.

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The 4 Biggest Challenges of Starting a Business (and How to Overcome Them)
By Jennifer Dublino | March 23, 2023

Starting a business is a difficult endeavor. Learn the biggest challenges that come with entrepreneurship and how to overcome them and find success.

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Why Term Loans Are a Favorite Among Small Businesses
By Donna Fuscaldo | March 23, 2023

Term loans come in many flavors. Here's everything you need to know about this type of small business loans.

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Buzzkill: How to Talk to Your Employees About Drug Use
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

Drug use can be a tricky, sensitive and even controversial topic to discuss with employees. Here’s how to approach it.

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Switching CRMs? 4 Tips to Make It a Hassle-Free Transition
By Alex Haimann | March 23, 2023

Need a new CRM? Here are four ways to get the best one.

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Switching to an Automated HR System? Here’s How to Prepare
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Handling HR tasks manually is onerous, so many organizations are migrating to the cloud. Save time and money by proactively preparing for the transition.

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Your Employees Feel Underappreciated – Here’s What You Can Do to Fix It
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Learn how to make your employees feel appreciated to improve their workplace satisfaction and performance.

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Stress and Productivity: What the Numbers Say
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

Sometimes stress can be a good thing, but when there's too much of it, stress can be a monster. Here's how to alleviate it within your business.

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How to Create a Marketing Plan for Startups
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Every entrepreneur should understand the importance of marketing their business. Follow these tips to establish a solid startup marketing plan.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses
By Kiely Kuligowski | March 23, 2023

Social media has changed marketing. Learn how to create a social media marketing strategy, what to avoid, and how to ensure successful social media campaigns.

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Improve Your Customer Retention With Social Media
By Jennifer Dublino | March 23, 2023

Social media is a resource businesses can use to connect with customers and retain brand loyalty. Learn how to use social media for customer retention.

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5 Cringey Brand Fails on Social Media
By Julie Thompson | March 23, 2023

See these embarrassing social media screw-ups from major companies and social media marketing best practices so you don't make the same mistakes.

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Important Tax-Saving Tips for Small Business Owners
By Dachondra Cason | March 23, 2023

With new tax laws taking effect, follow these best practices to ensure your business is well positioned come tax time.

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Why Your Construction Company Needs Smart Helmets
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

With built-in technology such as tracking tools, sensors and more, smart helmets can improve your construction team's safety, productivity and efficiency.

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Comparing Candidates: Should You Hire Experienced Workers or Recent College Graduates?
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Why might hiring a recent college graduate be a better choice for your business than a seasoned professional? Here's a closer look at the options.

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What Is Secure Remote Access?
By Nicole Fallon | March 23, 2023

With many professionals now working from home, secure remote access is becoming a top priority for organizations. Here's what it is and how it works.

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Paid vs. Organic Social Media: How to Strike the Right Balance
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

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

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A/B Testing to Zapier: The ABCs of Running Your Own Business
By Mark Fairlie | March 23, 2023

Being in business means understanding business jargon. Find out the meaning of more than 100 important business terms.

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Substance Abuse in the Workplace: What to Do When an Employee Returns from Rehab
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Returning to work is a critical part of recovery for many former addicts. As an employer, learn how you can best support an employee.

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Hitting the Books: A Guide to Retail Accounting
By Jill Bowers | March 23, 2023

Learn about the methods of calculating and tracking inventory that are used in retail accounting.

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Restaurant Security: A Guide to Getting Your Money’s Worth
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

Learn how to increase your restaurant's security for the best return on investment.

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Resources for Veteran-Owned Businesses
By Chad Brooks | March 23, 2023

Unique resources for veteran-owned businesses. How to start, find funding and gain customers. With tips from successful veteran business owners.

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Resource Burn: 4 Things That Are Wasting Your Team’s Time
By Victor Snyder | March 23, 2023

Resource burn creates unnecessary costs and leads to errors and burnout. To help your team be more productive, cut out these inefficiencies.

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What Is a Reasonable PTO Policy?
By Kiely Kuligowski | March 23, 2023

A business's paid time off (PTO) policy outlines employee time off regulations. Learn the three types of PTO policies and PTO policy best practices.

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QuickBooks Desktop vs. Online: Which Should You Use?
By Mark Fairlie | March 23, 2023

Should you use the desktop application or web browser version of QuickBooks? Here are some important updates about this software program.

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Why Does Power Abuse Persist?
By Petrina Coventry | March 23, 2023

Workplace bullying is all too common, and it leaves a permanent negative impact on both the victim and the company's culture.