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How to Make Your Direct Sales Business Explode in No Time
By Lucinda Watrous | March 22, 2023

A direct sales business sells products or services outside of a retail environment. Follow these tips and strategies to build your direct sales business.

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12 Reasons Employees Quit (and How to Prevent It)
By Sean Peek | March 22, 2023

Are you having a hard time retaining employees? It could be due to one (or more) of these top reasons. Find out the solutions here.

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Text Message Marketing: The Ultimate Mobile Engagement Tool
By Skye Schooley | March 22, 2023

Text message marketing can greatly improve your business's marketing results. Here are some specific benefits it offers.

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Super Sales Strategies: Quick Tips for Upselling and Cross-Selling
By Sean Peek | March 22, 2023

Improve your company's revenue by upselling and cross-selling like a pro. Follow these six easy tips to boost your sales.

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Best Uses for Tablets at Your Restaurant
By Sean Peek | March 22, 2023

Tablets can increase a restaurant's efficiency and flow. Here’s how to use them in your restaurant.

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How to Choose a Bar POS System
By Skye Schooley | March 22, 2023

Every bar owner understands that bars have unique needs, and so does your bar POS system. Learn how to choose the best bar POS system for your business.

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Business DSL vs. Cable Internet
By Stella Morrison | March 22, 2023

Business DSL or cable internet: Which type is the right choice for your business? Read on to learn more about each option and reputable providers.

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Business Internet Buyers Guide
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | March 22, 2023

Being online is essential to any business today, and in our helpful guide, we’ll show you how to find the right business internet service provider to keep

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Workers’ Compensation for Independent Contractors
By Kimberlee Leonard | March 22, 2023

This guide explains workers' compensation for 1099 independent contractors, who face unique circumstances compared to W-9 workers.

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What Is a Workers’ Comp Exemption?
By Kimberlee Leonard | March 22, 2023

This guide explains how workers' compensation exemptions work and to which employees these exemptions may apply.

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What Is Professional Liability Insurance?
By David Gargaro | March 22, 2023

An insurance policy that service-related businesses need is professional liability insurance. Learn about what it covers and protects against.

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What Is a Workers’ Comp Ghost Insurance Policy?
By Nicole Urbanowicz | March 22, 2023

This guide explains workers' comp ghost insurance, which is used to meet insurance requirements held by vendors, partners or clients.

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What Is General Liability Insurance?
By David Gargaro | March 22, 2023

General liability insurance is a policy your business should have. Here is what it protects against.

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From Conflict to Cooperation: Building Stronger Cross-Cultural Teams
By Michael Henman | March 22, 2023

While cross-cultural teams offer challenges, such workplace diversity can offer opportunities for innovation, creativity and other assets.

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How to Find and Attract Business Investors
By Jennifer Dublino | March 22, 2023

Startups often turn to investors to help grow their businesses. Learn how to find a business investor and what to look for.

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Everything You Need to Know About Angel Investors
By Donna Fuscaldo | March 22, 2023

Angel investors play a vital role in funding the big companies of tomorrow. Here's what you need to know about this investing group.

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Differences Between an Angel Investor and a Venture Capitalist
By Will Jiang | March 22, 2023

To know which financing option is right for your business, it's important to understand the differences between angel investors and venture capitalists.

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A Small Business’s Guide to the Different Types of Cloud Services
By Kristy Blackmon | March 22, 2023

Small and midsize businesses can benefit from migrating to the cloud. Learn cloud service types and the pros and cons of moving operations to the cloud

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RingCentral Review and Pricing Review
By Jessica Elliott | March 22, 2023

RingCentral is an excellent business phone service because of its ease of use, wide selection of features and multiple price points.

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GoTo Connect Review and Pricing Review
By Jessica Elliott | March 22, 2023

GoTo Connect combines the power and reliability of Jive's cloud VoIP phone systems with GoTo Meeting's web, audio, and video conferencing into one simple, reliable, and flexible solution.

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The Best Human Resources Software of 2023
By Skye Schooley | March 22, 2023

HR software can simplify your human resource responsibilities. Learn what the best HR software options can do for your small business.

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The WFH Wars: Is Your Business Increasing Productivity or Creating ‘Lazy Gits’ With Remote Work?
By Mike Berner | March 22, 2023

Research varies on how productive remote professionals are. Learn more about the best tools for ensuring work-from-home employees' productivity remains high.

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The Best Business Phone Systems of 2023
By Jessica Elliott | March 22, 2023

Our team of experts has compared the best small business phone systems for 2023. See up-to-date comparisons, reviews and costs for the top-rated services.

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The Skills You Need to Be a Successful Remote Employee
By Chris Christoff | March 22, 2023

While working remotely may sound enticing, these positions require employees to have these skill sets in order to be productive.

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What to Do if ICE Serves Your Business With a Form I-9 Audit
By Julie Thompson | March 22, 2023

If ICE serves your business with Form I-9, being prepared is essential. Here’s what you need to do to save money and time.

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Love Your Space: Encouraging Employees to Take Pride in the Workplace
By Jennifer Dublino | March 22, 2023

Learn how to create a work environment that will generate more employee engagement and productivity, whether your workers are in-office or remote.

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How to Use Slack for Workplace Communication
By Jamie Johnson | March 22, 2023

Slack is one of the best apps for workplace communication, thanks to its versatility. Learn how it works and some of its benefits.

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Why You Should Promote From Within Your Company
By Laura Spawn | March 22, 2023

Learn more about why it's beneficial for employers to promote from within the company

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Need a Loan? Lending Trends That Are Increasing Your Chances of Getting Funds
By Donna Fuscaldo | March 22, 2023

From tighter lending criteria to the rise of payment processors, many changes are underway in small business lending.

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9 Benefits of Paperless Payroll
By Max Freedman | March 22, 2023

Most businesses stand to benefit substantially from paperless payroll platforms, though electronic payroll might not perfectly fit all companies.