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RingCentral vs. 8×8: How Do They Compare?
By Nicole Fallon | September 27, 2024

RingCentral and 8x8 are robust business phone systems. Learn how their features and pricing compare so you can choose the best option for your business.

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Nextiva vs. 8×8: Business Phone System Comparison
By Jessica Elliott | September 27, 2024

Should you choose Nextiva or 8x8 for your business phone system? Nextiva is user-friendly, but 8x8 offers global workforce support. Learn how they compare.

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5 Ways to Influence Your Email Subscribers With Relevant Content
By Jennifer Dublino | September 27, 2024

Customer and prospect engagement is crucial in email marketing campaigns. Learn how to influence and impact subscribers with timely, relevant content.

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Hidden Costs of Restaurant Marketing
By Jennifer Dublino | September 26, 2024

Restaurant marketing includes hidden costs for restaurant owners to consider. Learn about hidden restaurant marketing costs and tips on marketing budgets.

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Don’t Go It Alone: The Case for Hiring a Marketing Expert
By Jennifer Dublino | September 26, 2024

While entrepreneurs can do it all, they should leave digital marketing to the experts. Learn how a digital marketing expert can improve your bottom line.

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Important Things to Do After Your Trademark Is Registered
By Julie Thompson | September 25, 2024

Registering your trademark is the first step in protecting your brand. Learn what to do next to ensure you're handling the trademark process properly.

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Why Personal Branding Is Crucial for Any Industry
By Jennifer Dublino | September 20, 2024

Entrepreneurs who communicate their expertise and vision are creating a personal brand. Learn how personal branding can help your sales and operations.

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6 Signs It’s Time Your Business Should Partner With a Digital Marketing Agency
By Julie Thompson | September 20, 2024

Outsourcing your marketing may improve results. Learn when a business should partner with a digital marketing agency and how it can grow your company.

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Stranger Things: A Strong Company Culture Bakes In Employee Trust, Dude
By Ali Saleh | September 16, 2024

Even though Argyle is spacey, his strong sense of camaraderie with another Surfer Boy Pizza worker saves the world.

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Hustle: Why Every Hiring Team Needs a Stanley Sugarman
By Ali Saleh | September 16, 2024

Netflix’s summer basketball flick Hustle was an instant favorite among viewers and critics — and offers a business lesson.

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Brilliant POS Review
By Quinn Springett | September 12, 2024

Brilliant is a cloud-based POS system with excellent employee management features. Learn how Brilliant can track wages, hours, payroll and schedules.

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Obama Speechwriter Terry Szuplat Wants to Change Your Next All-Hands Presentation [Full Q&A]
By Antonio Ferme | September 09, 2024

The author of Say It Well breaks down the art of persuasion for business leaders.

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Salary.com CEO Kent Plunkett’s Fair Pay Playbook [Full Q&A]
By Dawn Allcot | September 09, 2024

An interview with the author of Get Pay Right: How to Achieve Pay Equity That Works

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GoTo Connect Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | September 09, 2024

GoTo Connect scales from basic phone service to omnichannel contact center with AI receptionist, call summaries, and pricing starting around $29-39/user.

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RingCentral vs. Nextiva Comparison
By Mark Fairlie | September 06, 2024

RingCentral and Nextiva are leading VoIP systems with sophisticated features. Learn how they measure up and which is best for your business.

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Which Business Phone System Is Best for Your Business?
By Mark Fairlie | September 06, 2024

A business phone system can enhance business communications and improve productivity. Learn how to choose the best business phone system for your needs.

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Types of Phone Systems for Small Businesses
By Mark Fairlie | September 06, 2024

There are three primary types of business telephone systems: KSU, PBX and VoIP. Learn about each option and decide which one is best for your business.

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Sell Yourself: 7 Secrets to Appearing Confident During a Sales Pitch
By Julie Thompson | August 27, 2024

Build sales pitch confidence through consistent practice, product belief, determined attitude, authentic expressions and allowing yourself to make mistakes.

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The Shocking Truth: Why Every Company Is a Technology Company
By Kimberlee Leonard | August 22, 2024

Companies must adopt a tech mindset in their corporate identity. Learn why every business is a tech company and how to incorporate tech in your operations.

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5 Warning Signs You Need to Outsource Your HR
By Skye Schooley | August 22, 2024

Should you outsource your company's HR functions? Here are five signs that outsourcing HR may be your best strategy.

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Should You Pick the Cheapest Payroll Service?
By Sean Peek | August 22, 2024

QuickBooks, Rippling, Gusto and Zenefits are among the cheapest payroll services that also boast a range of features for small businesses.

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Why Real Authenticity (Not the LinkedIn Version) Is “Messy” [Full Q&A]
By Antonio Ferme | August 22, 2024

Our interview with leadership coach and author Valerie Garcia

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5 Email Marketing Tips to Grow Your Small Business
By Jennifer Dublino | August 16, 2024

Email marketing is inexpensive and effective. Follow these tips to make the most of your email marketing campaigns and strategy for your business.

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10 Reasons Email Marketing Is a Must for Small Businesses
By Skye Schooley | August 16, 2024

Find out why you should use email marketing services, see dos and dont's and get recommendations for top software tools.

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Email Marketing Best Practices and Predictions for 2025
By Jennifer Dublino | August 16, 2024

Your email marketing strategy may need an update. Follow these best practices for successful email campaigns, and see what's ahead for the rest of the year.

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Smart Rivals: How to Compete Against Tech Giants [Full Q&A]
By Tina Nazerian | August 16, 2024

An interview with Harvard Business School’s Feng Zhu and Bonnie Cao

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Advice for Choosing a Small Business Document Management System
By Skye Schooley | August 13, 2024

A document management system can enhance security, streamline workflows and increase productivity. Learn how to choose the best DMS for your business.

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Communicating Your Compensation Plan to Your Employees
By Kent Plunkett | August 12, 2024

An excerpt from Get Pay Right: How to Achieve Pay Equity That Works

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses
By Kiely Kuligowski | August 12, 2024

Social media marketing connects businesses with billions of users through platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn to drive engagement and sales.

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Hyperefficient: Dr. Mithu Storoni Shares Productivity Brain Hacks
By Jane Meggitt | August 05, 2024

Our full Q&A with the author and neuroscience researcher.