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20 Features to Look for in a CRM
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

Check out the top qualities to consider when selecting CRM software for your business.

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15 Top POS System Features
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

It can be difficult to choose the right POS system for your business, but deciding which features you need can help you narrow down your options.

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Purchasing a Copier? Here’s What You Need to Know
By Chad Brooks | March 23, 2023

Even with a reduction in workplace paper usage, office copiers are an essential operational tool. Learn the features and costs of top copiers.

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A Guide to Accounting Software Features and Benefits
By Donna Fuscaldo | March 23, 2023

Here's everything you need to know about accounting software and the benefits of using it.

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Best Business Newsletters of 2023
By Mike Berner | March 23, 2023

Here is our list of recommended publications that every small business owner and entrepreneur should read.

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Types of Fast Business Loans
By Max Freedman | March 23, 2023

Find out which fast lending methods you can choose from when you need a business loan and what you need in order to apply.

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The Ins and Outs of Farm Equipment Loans
By Donna Fuscaldo | March 23, 2023

Farm equipment is costly, and for many in the agriculture industry, it's imperative to find affordable financing. Read our guide on farm equipment loans.

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The 5:3:2 Rule for Social Media Explained
By Jennifer Dublino | March 23, 2023

Social followers don't always want a hard sell, but you must accomplish business goals. Learn what to post and how much of each content type is optimal.

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Experience Over Goods: The Millennial Shift in Spending
By Jennifer Dublino | March 23, 2023

Millennials have markedly different spending habits from their predecessors. Learn how to shift your strategy to appeal to them.

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What to Include in an Employee Contract
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Learn what an employment contract includes, and the advantages and limitations of using one.

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Employee Rights You’re Violating Right Now
By Kiely Kuligowski | March 23, 2023

Employers should understand employees' rights to avoid violating them. Learn about violations like discrimination, wage errors, sexual harassment and more.

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Don’t Play Favorites – Or Risk Losing Remote Workers
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

If you favor your onsite employees, there's a good chance your remote workers are going to quit. Learn what proximity bias is and how to avoid it.

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10 Ways Employee Monitoring Software Can Benefit Your Remote and In-Office Teams
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Employee monitoring software has many benefits for both remote and in-office teams. Here are some reasons to use it, as well as the concerns.

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The Benefits of Employee Job Rotation
By Patrick Proctor | March 23, 2023

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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Boo! The Scary Reality of Employee Ghosting
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Job seekers and employees are ghosting employers more than ever. Learn how to stop this trick from happening to you.

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10 Ways to Stop Workplace Absenteeism
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

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

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Don’t Be Like Elon: Musk Mistakes You Shouldn’t Emulate
By Mike Berner | March 23, 2023

How Elon Musk's scandals and controversies provide lessons for business owners and entrepreneurs

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How to Reach Your Target Audience
By Julie Thompson | March 23, 2023

Successful businesses narrow their target market to engage people most likely to buy their products and services. Learn how to reach your target market.

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Up in Smoke: Should Businesses Still Drug Test for Marijuana?
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Amid increased legalization, the debate on whether to still drug test employees for weed use is complicated. See the pros and cons here.

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Does Your Sex Life Influence Your Productivity? Oh YES
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

Feeling less than productive at work? Your sex life could be to blame. See how sex, productivity and even your income are linked.

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Does Your Business Need a Code of Ethics or Conduct?
By Jennifer Dublino | March 23, 2023

Formal codes of ethics and conduct can ensure consistency in an organization. Learn if your business needs a code of ethics and code of conduct — or both.

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Do You Understand the Fine Print of Your Loan Agreement?
By Siri Hedreen | March 23, 2023

Important information is tucked away in the fine print of a loan agreement. Learn what to look for and what you're agreeing to before you sign it.

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Do Results-Only Workplaces Really Work?
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

Here’s everything you need to know about results-only work environments, and whether it’s right for your business.

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What Is a Discretionary Bonus?
By David Gargaro | March 23, 2023

Learn about discretionary bonuses and their regulatory and tax implications, as well as the bonus structures that best avoid triggering additional taxes.

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What Small Business Owners Should Know About Direct Deposit
By Simone Johnson | March 23, 2023

Direct deposit is popular among large employers, but what options exist for small businesses? Learn more about direct deposit, including the pros and cons.

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How the Best Companies Develop Better Employees
By Melissa Powell | March 23, 2023

Developing great employees starts with addressing their needs as professionals. Here's how to support their goals and keep them at your company.

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How Informal Feedback Can Improve Employee Performance
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Every business leader should give their employees informal feedback. It can improve employee performance, company morale and team communication.

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3 Ways Your Insurance Firm Can Use Data to Find and Keep Clients
By Roi Agababa | March 23, 2023

If you have an insurance business, you need innovative management systems for data-driven prospecting and sales. Here's how to improve your sales process.

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How to Do a Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
By Mark Fairlie | March 23, 2023

Businesses must convince customers their personal data is safe. Run a cybersecurity risk assessment to protect company and customer data.

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Best Customer Tracking Methods for Your Small Business
By Jennifer Post | March 23, 2023

Tracking customers can improve how your small business markets itself to your target audience. Learn what to track and how to set up a tracking process.