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12 Best Tools for Setting and Tracking Goals
By Sean Peek | October 29, 2024

Goal setting and tracking tools enable you to project achievements, record progress, and establish key performance indicators. Here are some of the best.

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How Data Analytics Impacts Small Businesses in 2024
By Mark Fairlie | October 29, 2024

Drive greater profitability and efficiency by using artificial intelligence and machine learning to find insights across all your data.

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TV Executive Ken Basin Explains Why Hollywood Imploded [Full Q&A]
By Antonio Ferme | October 29, 2024

The Business of Television author has a few ideas to rescue networks from their own bad decisions.

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Rippling PEO Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | October 29, 2024

Rippling is a full-featured HR and PEO service provider ideal for growing businesses that need scalability. Learn about Rippling's PEO tools and pricing.

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The Business of Automation and AI-Powered Retail Predictions
By Mark Fairlie | October 29, 2024

Learn the ways AI is powering the future of American retail: in-store, online and behind the scenes.

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Boo! The Scary Reality of Employee Ghosting
By Skye Schooley | October 29, 2024

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

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Tips for Setting Better Business Goals
By Simone Johnson | October 29, 2024

Learn how to create better business goals that can help guide your company.

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The Pros and Cons of Virtual Offices
By Jennifer Post | October 29, 2024

Virtual offices haven’t lost their popularity but do they have more cons than pros at this point? Here is what you need to consider.

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8 Tips for Building a Successful Remote Company
By Jennifer Dublino | October 25, 2024

Remote companies provide significant benefits to employers and employees. Learn tips for building a successful remote company that runs like clockwork.

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The 7 Biggest Challenges of Starting a Business (and How to Overcome Them)
By Jennifer Dublino | October 25, 2024

Starting a business is a difficult endeavor. Learn the biggest challenges that come with entrepreneurship and how to overcome them and find success.

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Committing to Eco-Friendly Packaging Practices Can Save Your Company Money
By Jennifer Dublino | October 25, 2024

Using eco-friendly packaging can cut costs, reduce waste and help your business be viewed as Earth-friendly. Learn about going green in your business.

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How to Determine Who to Follow Back on Social Media
By Matt D’Angelo | October 25, 2024

Building a social media following is vital for businesses, but be selective about who you follow back. Learn about social media follow-backs.

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Managing Tips for a Multigenerational Workforce: From Baby Boomers to Gen Z
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 25, 2024

With 4 active generations in the workforce, managers should understand varying communication styles. Learn tips for managing a multigenerational workforce.

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11 Ways to Successfully Onboard Your New Hires
By Dennis O’Keefe | October 25, 2024

Onboarding will help employees learn the necessary job skills and behaviors to become productive team members as quickly as possible.

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Everything to Know About Farm Equipment Loans
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 25, 2024

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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Why You Should Develop a Relationship With a Business Lawyer
By Mark Fairlie | October 25, 2024

Hiring the right business lawyer is crucial. It's also helpful to develop a strong relationship with them as your business grows. Here is what you need to know.

Article
Amazon Business Features Your Small Business Can Use
By Max Freedman | October 24, 2024

Amazon Business offers useful features your business can use to boost sales and revenue. Here's how to take full advantage of Amazon Business tools.

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Why Employees and Not IT Are Driving the New Technological Revolution
By Mark Fairlie | October 24, 2024

You trust your IT team but should you involve other employees to help build your tech stack? Yes ― it will reduce staff turnover and improve productivity.

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A Guide to Accounting Software Features and Benefits
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 24, 2024

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

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Why Hiring People With Disabilities Is Good for Business
By Jennifer Dublino | October 24, 2024

Hiring people with disabilities is good for business and the economy. Learn the upsides of hiring people with disabilities and fostering inclusivity.

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Clover Credit Card Processing Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | October 24, 2024

Clover provides POS software and hardware along with credit card processing services. Learn why Clover is our choice for the best POS credit card processor.

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How to Apply (and Get Approved) for a Business Loan
By Adam Uzialko | October 24, 2024

Applying for a business loan can seem like a daunting task, but following these steps can help you apply and get approved.

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How to Use Customer Feedback to Your Advantage
By Jennifer Dublino | October 24, 2024

Customers provide valuable insights into your business operations. Learn how to gather and take advantage of customer feedback to improve your business.

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11 Ways to Help Protect Your Company (and Customers) When You Take Payments Online
By Jennifer Dublino | October 24, 2024

Data breaches can cost a business time and money and destroy its reputation. Learn how to protect your customers and brand when accepting online payments.

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What Is a Reasonable PTO Policy?
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 24, 2024

A business's paid time off (PTO) policy outlines employee time off regulations. Learn the three types of PTO policies and PTO policy best practices.

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How to Boost Online Awareness of Your Brand
By Devon Vocke | October 24, 2024

Without effective brand awareness, your business will get buried by the competition. Here's how to make your business stand out online.

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How to Improve Your Small Business’s Cash Flow
By Sean Peek | October 23, 2024

Cash flow is critical for businesses, so managing it is key. Here's how to improve your business's cash flow situation.

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How to Calculate Gross and Net Pay
By Julie Ritzer Ross | October 23, 2024

In order to pay your employees correctly each pay period, you need to know how to calculate gross and net pay. Learn how to ensure your payroll is precise.

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Should You Use a Business Credit or Debit Card?
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 23, 2024

Discover which is best for your business – a business debit card or a credit card.

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Business Debt: How Much Is Too Much to Carry?
By Jamie Johnson | October 23, 2024

To start your business, you’ll need money and sometimes borrowing funds is fine. Without proper management and care, though, debt can become problematic.