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The Process for Terminating Employee Benefits
By Miranda Fraraccio | January 16, 2026
When an employee departs your company, terminating their benefits is a crucial part of the offboarding process. Here’s what you need to know about terminating employee benefits.
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How to Improve Your Accounting Skills
By Jennifer Dublino | January 16, 2026
You can become better with numbers and improve your ability to maintain your financial health.
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Everything You Need to Know About Email Marketing Campaigns
By Sean Peek | January 16, 2026
Don't let your email blasts go unopened. Learn how to develop an email marketing plan that works.
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6 Lessons in Corporate Ethics From the GM Recall
By Jennifer Dublino | January 16, 2026
The 2014 GM recall reminded the American car giant that with great power comes great responsibility. Learn from the company's mistakes with these six tips.
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How Projection Mapping Is Changing the Ad World
By Sean Peek | January 16, 2026
Projection mapping transforms buildings into works of art.
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Understanding HR reporting
By Patrick Proctor | January 16, 2026
HR reporting can help your company understand your core business operations, make strategic planning decisions and save money by avoiding costly mistakes.
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Advertising on Pinterest
By Jennifer Dublino | January 15, 2026
Pinterest has an active and dedicated user base. Here's how to tap into it through ad campaigns.
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5 Ways to Promote Your Business With Charitable Marketing
By Julie Thompson | January 15, 2026
Giving back helps the community and boosts your company’s reputation.
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Reengagement Email Strategy (With Examples)
By Tom Anziano | January 15, 2026
When your audience seems to lose interest in your email marketing campaigns, reengage them with this strategy.
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Southwest Airlines: A Case Study in Great Customer Service
By Sean Peek | January 15, 2026
The airline giant's reputation for exceptional customer service and employee happiness is crucial to its ongoing success.
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In the Can: 5 Types of Presentations Every CEO Needs to Have
By Julie Thompson | January 15, 2026
Be prepared to speak for your company in crucial situations.
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Why You Should Let Your Employees Nap on the Job
By Skye Schooley | January 15, 2026
The key to productivity may actually be encouraging workers to sleep during the day. Learn more about incorporating nap time into your workplace.
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Credit Card Fraud Is Now a $10B Business ― Are You at Risk?
By Jamie Johnson | January 15, 2026
Learn how to stay ahead of fraudulent transactions and losses.
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Speed of Technology: The Business Cost of Keeping Your Software Updated
By Jeff Hale | January 15, 2026
To avoid getting run over by technology advances, your IT staff must consider the cost of software upgrades — and the costs of not upgrading.
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Business Domain Names: Everything You Need to Know
By Mark Fairlie | January 15, 2026
Your domain name choice is important for several reasons. Here's how to ensure you choose the right domain name for your business.
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Employer’s Guide to Disability Leave
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 15, 2026
Learn everything employers must know about offering disability leave.
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Can Managers Become Leaders?
By Jennifer Post | January 15, 2026
Anyone can be a manager, but it takes certain skills and traits to become a leader. Follow these tips to transform yourself into an effective leader.
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How to Write Up an Employee
By Skye Schooley | January 15, 2026
Writing up an employee is a form of discipline that conveys that an employee's behavior or conduct is unacceptable.
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10 Core Functions of HR Software
By Skye Schooley | January 15, 2026
HR professionals handle a myriad of functions to help ensure your people are happy and your company is compliant. HR software has 10 core functions to help them do just that.
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The Biggest Business Lies Ever Told
By Jamie Johnson | January 15, 2026
You'll never look at these companies the same way again.
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What Are TikTok Alternatives for My Business?
By Jennifer Dublino | January 15, 2026
TikTok's future has seemed tenuous. Learn about alternatives for your business's video-based social networking.
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What Is Accounting Automation and How Can It Help SMBs?
By Amanda Hoffman | January 15, 2026
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The Most Popular Types of 501(c)s
By Deborah Sweeney | January 15, 2026
If you want to start a 501(c) organization, you should know the different options and the criteria for each type.
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8 Ways to Track Trends on Social Media
By Tom Anziano | January 15, 2026
Understanding social media trends allows you to improve your social media marketing strategy. Here’s how to monitor what is hot.
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How Offering Professional Development Opportunities to Employees Helps Your Small Business
By Matt D’Angelo | January 15, 2026
From online learning to in-person schooling, professional development fosters skill growth and career advancement while increasing workplace productivity.
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The Small Business Guide to SIMPLE IRAs
By Max Freedman | January 15, 2026
Learn how SIMPLE IRAs work and how they can help small businesses offer retirement benefits to employees.
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Top Small Business Grants
By Simone Johnson | January 15, 2026
Small business grants, available from federal, state and private sectors, offer a source of capital for entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses.
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15 Retail Marketing Strategies to Better Market Your Store
By Sean Peek | January 15, 2026
With the right marketing, brick-and-mortar stores can still compete.
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What Happens if You Can’t Repay Your SBA Loan?
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 15, 2026
Learn about programs and options that can assist struggling borrowers.
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What Is Cyber Extortion?
By Mark Fairlie | January 14, 2026
There are several types of attacks your business could fall victim to — and it could cost you.