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Dose of Motivation: 52 Inspirational Quotes About Success by Influential CEOs
By Alan Rabinowitz | September 19, 2025

Here are 60 inspirational quotes and business advice from uber-successful CEOs.

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How to Reduce Abandoned E-Commerce Carts With Email Marketing
By Skye Schooley | September 19, 2025

Shopping cart abandonment represents lost web sales. Learn how to use email marketing campaigns to reduce and recover abandoned e-commerce shopping carts.

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Should Your Business Customize Its Products?
By Jamie Johnson | September 18, 2025

Customized and personalized products are becoming popular as companies gain more access to consumer data. Here is what your business needs to know.

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How to Hire and Staff for Your Business
By Chad Brooks | September 18, 2025

Learn strategies and techniques for hiring employees as you build up a staff for your small business.

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Does Working From Home Save Companies Money?
By Baruch Silvermann | September 18, 2025

Remote and hybrid work have moved from stopgap to strategy, cutting real estate and overhead, boosting productivity and widening the talent pool. New research reveals cost savings per employee,...

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The Best Spreadsheet Software: Features, Uses, and Programs
By Nicole Fallon | September 18, 2025

Choose the best spreadsheet software for your business. Compare Excel, Google Sheets, Zoho, Smartsheet, Airtable, Rows, and more for AI, collaboration and cost.

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Improve Your Customer Retention With Social Media
By Jennifer Dublino | September 18, 2025

Social media is a resource businesses can use to connect with customers and retain brand loyalty. Learn how to use social media for customer retention.

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Website Design Tips for Small Businesses
By Jennifer Dublino | September 18, 2025

Website design is a crucial marketing element, representing your business to customers and prospects. Learn how to plan and design an effective website.

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Trademark Examples: Learn From These Trademark Infringement Cases
By Sean Peek | September 18, 2025

Learn from real trademark infringement disputes and key copyright cases, plus steps to register, monitor and enforce your brand to avoid costly legal battles.

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Want to Invest in Digital Real Estate? How to Get Started
By Sean Peek | September 17, 2025

Investing in digital real estate, like web domains and Metaverse land, is equal parts lucrative and risky. Learn how to invest wisely in this guide.

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Employee Versus Independent Contractor: Which Should You Hire?
By Skye Schooley | September 17, 2025

Learn the pros and cons of hiring contractors vs. employees to determine which type of worker is the best for your business.

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Top Business Certification Programs for Career Advancement
By Sean Peek | September 17, 2025

Boost your career with top business certifications. Explore high-demand credentials like PMP, CAPM, CBAP and more to enhance your skills and salary.

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62 Uplifting Quotes from Famous Women
By Sean Peek | September 17, 2025

Discover famous and inspirational quotes by women—uplifting female quotes from trailblazers that resonate, empower, and uplift.

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International Business Etiquette From Around the World
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | September 17, 2025

Master business etiquette by learning key tips from countries like Japan, Germany and Brazil for greetings, gift-giving, meeting protocols and more.

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Illegal Firing: What It Is & Reasons You Can’t Legally Fire Someone
By Skye Schooley | September 17, 2025

Learn about illegal reasons to fire someone, when employers cannot fire without cause, common wrongful termination claims, and legal grounds for termination.

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Grants For Felons, SBA Programs & More Funding Options
By Sean Peek | September 17, 2025

The government and nonprofits provide funds for felons who want to start a business. Here is a list of options, from grants to crowdfunding to loans.

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Gusto HR Software Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 17, 2025

Gusto is the ideal HR software for employers that want advanced payroll capabilities. Get a rundown of features and pricing.

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8 Branches of Business Management
By Nicole Fallon | September 15, 2025

Business management helps a company function and achieve goals. Here's what you need to know about each of its eight main sectors.

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The 8 Most Effective Ways to Manage Your Online Reputation
By Jennifer Dublino | September 15, 2025

Managing your brand's online reputation is crucial. Learn to connect with your audience and make a good impression on people searching your brand online.

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Interview Questions for HR Positions: What You Should Ask Candidates for Human Resources Jobs
By Skye Schooley | September 15, 2025

Hiring a good HR manager for your business starts with asking the right questions. Check out a list of the best interview questions for HR.

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17 Things to Look for When Hiring Freelancers
By Miranda Fraraccio | September 15, 2025

Hiring the right freelancer for your company can be challenging. Learn how to evaluate freelancers' skills, experience and reliability before hiring them.

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What Are Cash Advances and How Do They Work?
By Donna Fuscaldo | September 12, 2025

Cash advances are short-term loans that don't need an application or credit check, but they aren't always a good option. Learn cash advance pros and cons.

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Four Simple Steps to Valuing Your Small Business
By Russell Smith | September 12, 2025

If you're looking for investors or want to sell your business, you must determine its value. Follow these four steps to calculate it.

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What is an Environmental Scan?
By Ken Gosnell | September 12, 2025

Environmental scanning is when leaders survey the landscape of competitors, customers and innovations. See how environmental scanning gives CEOs an edge.

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Workers’ Comp Insurance and Taxes: A Guide for Employers & Employees
By Kimberlee Leonard | September 12, 2025

E-commerce is a popular way to expand reach, but you need a marketing strategy to do it well. Here's how to do online selling properly.

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6 Reasons Your Business Should Have Strategic Partnerships
By Chad Brooks | September 12, 2025

Learn how strategic partnerships help businesses expand reach, share resources and reduce costs. Discover partnership types, benefits, risks and real-world examples.

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5 Steps to Remove a Shareholder
By Stella Morrison | September 12, 2025

Although removing a majority shareholder can be difficult, it is possible. Here are the steps to make the process a smooth one.

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LinkedIn Networking Tips for Business Success
By Jennifer Dublino | September 12, 2025

LinkedIn is an excellent platform for professional networking. Learn tips for LinkedIn networking and why an active LinkedIn presence is crucial.

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14 KPI Tools to Track Your Business’s Goals
By Skye Schooley | September 12, 2025

Key performance indicators (KPIs) measure how effective your company is at achieving its goals. Learn how to find the right tools to track your business.

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C-Suite Job Titles: What Do They Really Mean?
By Adam Uzialko | September 11, 2025

New C-suite job titles can be confusing. Here's a breakdown of traditional and modern C-suite roles and why job titles must adapt to a changing workforce.