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What Is a VoIP Number?
By Shannon Flynn | February 21, 2023

A VoIP number is a dedicated phone number assigned to a user and not tied to a physical line. Learn how VoIP numbers work and how to get one.

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What Are Multi-Line Phone Systems?
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | February 21, 2023

Learn how to improve communications and optimize your entire business with a phone system capable of handling multiple calls simultaneously.

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What Is SIP Trunking?
By Shannon Flynn | February 21, 2023

A SIP trunk is the digital version of an analog phone line. Learn how you can upgrade to a unified digital phone system for your business.

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Top Challenges of Electronic Health Record (EHR) Implementation
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023

EHRs are a vital way to automate and streamline the healthcare process, but implementation can be challenging. Learn how to smooth the transition.

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Funding Woes, Be Gone: 5 Ways to Minimize Your Start-Up Costs
By Mike Berner | February 21, 2023

Minimize your costs by following these tips.

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What Is Medical Billing and Coding?
By Leah Zitter | February 21, 2023

Medical billing and coding systems ensure that health providers get paid for their services. Learn the steps in medical billing and medical coding.

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What Is Claim Scrubbing?
By Leah Zitter | February 21, 2023

Claim scrubbing is the process of verifying that a medical claim's codes are accurate. Learn how code scrubbing works and which tools can help.

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A Cybersecurity Plan for Small Business Owners
By Mark Fairlie | February 21, 2023

Learn how to develop a cybersecurity plan that prevents or stops cyberattacks before they harm your business.

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How Nextiva Is Changing the Game for Customer Relationships 
By Mike Berner | February 21, 2023

The business communication platform improves employee productivity and CRM through innovation, personalization and automation.

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The Game-Changing Business Lessons You Can Take From Emmy Nominees “Ted Lasso,” “Ozark” and More
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2023

Business leaders can find surprising lessons in their favorite Emmy-nominated TV shows.

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How to Get Your Customers to Shell Out More Cash
By Mike Berner | February 21, 2023

Learn ways to raise your prices without losing your customers.

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The Questions Job Applicants Are Too Terrified to Ask
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Interviews are stressful. Here is how to ensure your applicants feel comfortable enough to ask difficult questions.

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You’ll Fail as an Entrepreneur if You Don’t Know These Stats
By Kimberlee Leonard | February 21, 2023

Data can inform entrepreneurs' decisions about their companies' direction. Learn recent statistics that can help you prepare your new business for success.

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Drunk on Money? Why Alcohol Is the Celebrity Investment Du Jour
By Nicole Fallon | February 21, 2023

More celebrities are investing in alcohol brands than ever before. Here's why – and what you can learn.

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business.com Essentials 2023: The Tools Leaders Rely On to Run Their Businesses
By Mike Berner | February 21, 2023

The most essential products and services you need to run a business.

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These PR Mistakes Could Kill Your Business
By Julie Thompson | February 21, 2023

Public relations and marketing mistakes can irreparably harm your company to the point where you need to shut down. See what to avoid and get solutions.

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The Must-See Business Movies of the 2010s – and What You Can Learn From Them
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

From The Big Short to Jobs, here are some of the best business movies from the 2010s and what you can learn from them.

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A Crash Course in the Business Legal Terms You Need to Know
By Mark Fairlie | February 21, 2023

From comparable worth to torts, here's the legal lingo all business owners should know.

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The One Mistake You Can’t Afford to Make on Small Business Saturday
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

Learn ways to best promote your business for Small Business Saturday.

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Don’t Be a Scrooge: How to Win Employee Loyalty During the Holiday Season
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Don't be a Scrooge. Find out how you can use the holiday season to earn loyalty from your employees.

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This Salary Mistake Could Cost Your Business $250,000
By Mike Berner | February 21, 2023

How to stay compliant with new salary and job posting laws in New York and California

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The 7 Biggest Business Lies Ever Told
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 2023

From Facebook to Wells Fargo, some of the world's top companies have been caught in pretty big scandals. Here are the details – and key takeaways.

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Don’t Scare Employees With This Employment TRAP
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2023

Find out what training repayment agreement provisions (TRAPs) are, whether they're legal and their advantages for employers.

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Why You Should Pay Your Employees to Stop Working for You
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2023

Learn what voluntary severance is and when you should offer it.

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The Newest Plague: Turnover Contagion
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2023

Is your company susceptible to turnover contagion? Find out what it is and how to stop its impact on your organization.

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Tick-Tock: How to Get Your Business on TikTok Before It’s Too Late
By Julie Thompson | February 21, 2023

Learn how to get your business on TikTok and how to ensure you get the most out of it.

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Best Business Podcasts of 2023
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2023

Podcasts are a great way for business owners and entrepreneurs to get business advice, learn about trends, and find inspiration. Check out our favorites.

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How to Keep Your Employees From Great Resigning
By Marty Beckerman | February 21, 2023