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Fact or Fiction: Common Downfalls of Data Visualizations

By Sanket Shah | May 02, 2024

Visuals can tell a story and explain complex ideas, but they must be used effectively. Learn the five biggest downfalls of data visualization.

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Maximize Your “Uptime” With Tips From Google’s Productivity Expert (Full Q&A)

By Tina Nazerian | April 25, 2024

An interview with author Laura Mae Martin

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Less Than Half of Workers With Mental Health Conditions Disclose Them to Their Employers. Here’s Why.

By Lindsay Renner Schwartz, LCSW | April 25, 2024

Less than half of workers with mental health conditions disclose them to employers. 75% who do feel supported, but only 20% request accommodations.

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3 Famous Restaurants and Bars That Weren’t Supposed to Be

By Ali Saleh | April 19, 2024

An unexpected origin story adds character.

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Podcaster Jannese Torres Wants to “Level Up Your Dinero”

By Antonio Ferme | April 19, 2024

Our full Q&A with the author of Financially Lit!

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Projects Watches Dials Into What Makes Gen Z Tick (Full Q&A)

By Antonio Ferme | April 19, 2024

An interview with creative director Connor Hudson

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11 Tools for Tracking Your Remote Staff’s Productivity

By Skye Schooley | April 19, 2024

Need to keep a better eye on worker productivity? Here are five tools to tighten your employee tracking.

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11 Powerful Reasons to Invest in CRM Software

By Mark Fairlie | April 18, 2024

Discover the 11 ways that CRM software makes customers stay with you longer, turn more inquiries into orders and help sales and marketing work together.

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CRM Adoption, Market Size, and Usage

By Chad Brooks | April 18, 2024

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HR Management Systems Market Report for Small Businesses

By Chad Brooks | April 18, 2024

50% of SMBs use HR software like ADP, but many still rely on manual tools. HR tools improve efficiency, compliance, and retention, but cost is a barrier.

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Zoho CRM Review and Pricing

By Mark Fairlie | April 18, 2024

Zoho CRM is an intuitive platform with features that help businesses struggling with the challenges of expansion. Learn about Zoho's features and pricing.

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15 Essential POS System Features for Your Retail Business

By Jennifer Dublino | April 10, 2024

POS systems come with numerous features, but your retail business may not need them all. Learn the top 15 POS system features for your retail business.

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What Is an Auto-Dialer?

By Shannon Flynn | April 10, 2024

Auto-dialing software has been around for some time, but it can be confusing to the average person. Here's how it can be a game-changer for businesses.

Dan Lyons The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut

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Dan Lyons on “The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut”

By Lauren Vino | April 10, 2024

Silence is golden.

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Zoho Books Review and Pricing

By Mike Berner | April 10, 2024

Zoho Books is an accounting solution that uses automation to make managing business finances easier. Learn about Zoho's features, integrations and more.

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Freshworks CRM Review and Pricing

By Nadia Reckmann | April 10, 2024

Freshworks CRM is a comprehensive solution with extensive analytics tools and sales features. Learn why Freshworks is the best CRM for sales managers.

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FreshBooks Accounting Software Review and Pricing

By Mike Berner | April 10, 2024

FreshBooks excels at invoicing with easy customization, time tracking, and recurring billing. Plans start at $15/month. Best for freelancers and SMBs.

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Great Resignation, Great Regret: Was Quitting Your Job a Big Mistake?

By Dan Ketchum | April 04, 2024

Learn why many employees are wishing they would have stayed put during the Great Resignation.

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10 Ways Employee Monitoring Software Can Benefit Your Remote and In-Office Teams

By Skye Schooley | April 04, 2024

Learn whether employee monitoring software can benefit your business.

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Is a Four-Day Workweek Right for Your Business?

By Ali Saleh | April 04, 2024

It sounds extreme, but research is backing the four-day workweek.

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White Lotus Teaches Managers How Not to Deal With Problem Customers

By Dan Ketchum | April 01, 2024

A White Lotus guide to customer service

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How to Handle a Bad Hire

By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2024

Bad hires can cost thousands in lost productivity, morale damage and turnover. Common causes include rushed decisions, poor screening and bad culture fit.

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What is a Holacracy? The Holacratic Workplace

By Genia Stevens | March 22, 2024

In a holacratic workplace, there's no traditional leadership hierarchy; team members assume multiple roles. Learn if holacracy is right for your business.