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The Best Website Builders and Design Services of 2025
By Mark Fairlie | December 02, 2025

Wix, Squarespace and Shopify are leading website builders, providing drag-and-drop interfaces, customizable templates and e-commerce capabilities.

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How to Dissolve a Partnership Agreement
By Sean Peek | December 02, 2025

The end of a partnership is usually difficult for a number of reasons. Here's how to end a partnership on good terms.

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The Benefits of Restaurant iPad POS Systems
By Skye Schooley | December 01, 2025

POS systems can provide a lot of value to your restaurant. Learn more about how this technology can boost your profits.

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Is a Free POS System Right for Your Business?
By Skye Schooley | December 01, 2025

Small businesses that must cut costs may consider a free POS system. Learn the benefits and limitations of free POS systems and some options to consider.

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Complete List of POS Charges and Fees
By Jamie Johnson | December 01, 2025

Every size business can benefit from a POS system, and there are various prices and technology suited for every need. Here’s what you need to know.

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Starting a Business From Home: The Ultimate Checklist
By Julie Thompson | December 01, 2025

Starting a business requires an organized approach to administrative, legal and practical tasks. Follow this checklist to start a business from home.

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Understanding Customer Emotions and Addressing Them in Your Sales Strategy
By Sean Peek | December 01, 2025

Emotion is the driving force in today’s buying process. Learn how to tap the feelings that drive customers’ buying decisions.

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VoIP vs. Landlines
By Mark Fairlie | December 01, 2025

VoIP and landline are options for your business phone system needs. Learn the pros and cons of each and how to choose the right communication solution.

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When Does Your Business Credit Score Matter?
By Donna Fuscaldo | December 01, 2025

Your business credit score is related to but separate from your personal credit score. Learn what a business credit score is and why it matters.

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Why In-House and Freelance Web Developers Are Both Ideal for Small Businesses
By Mark Fairlie | December 01, 2025

See the pros and cons of hiring freelance web developers versus having them on staff and find out how to decide which is best for your business.

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Up in Smoke: Should Businesses Still Drug Test for Marijuana?
By Skye Schooley | December 01, 2025

Amid increased legalization, the debate on whether to still drug test employees for weed use is complicated. See the pros and cons here.

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Learn by Example: 7 Successful Small Business Marketing Campaigns
By Sean Peek | December 01, 2025

Marketing is especially important for small businesses that want to expand their reach. Learn how seven businesses found success with impactful campaigns.

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Stand Out: 5 Ways to Combine Traditional and Digital Marketing
By Kelly Bosetti | November 26, 2025

Digital marketing helps businesses reach a vast online audience, but traditional marketing can help consumers find your brand. Learn to combine the two.

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Can You Run a Business via a Smartphone?
By Sean Peek | November 26, 2025

Mobile app technology has grown so advanced that an entrepreneur or small company owner can run 100% of their business on smartphone apps.

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What Is SIP Trunking?
By Shannon Flynn | November 26, 2025

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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Requirements for Keeping Paycheck Records
By Julie Thompson | November 26, 2025

Employers keep paycheck records to comply with federal and state laws, complete tax returns, and use in audits. Here's what you need to know.

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Don’t Scare Employees With This Employment TRAP
By Skye Schooley | November 26, 2025

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

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What Is a Cloud-Based Phone System?
By Mark Fairlie | November 26, 2025

Businesses are replacing their old telephone systems with more modern digital networks. Learn the pros and cons of using cloud phone systems.

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First Time Hiring? Your Complete Checklist for Getting It Right
By Adam Uzialko | November 26, 2025

Hiring your first employee is a critical step. Do it right by setting a budget, complying with labor regulations, and conducting a thorough interview process.

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Best Business Employee Retirement Plans of 2025
By Kimberlee Leonard | November 24, 2025

Top retirement plans for small businesses include Human Interest, Guideline and Paychex, offering low fees and easy setup.

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How to Choose a Bar POS System
By Skye Schooley | November 24, 2025

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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What Is a Cloud PBX?
By Mark Fairlie | November 24, 2025

Cloud PBX is an internet-based virtual PBX system that routes and manages calls. Learn how it compares to on-premises PBX and find cloud PBX providers.

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Digital Receipts: Why Retailers Are Embracing Them
By Sean Peek | November 24, 2025

The latest digital receipt technology enables retailers to include marketing messaging. Learn the benefits and get software recommendations.

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8 Ways In-Store Tablets Improve the Customer Experience
By Skye Schooley | November 24, 2025

Find out how in-store tablets make life better for employees and customers.

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9 Benefits of Switching to Cloud-Based POS Software
By Sean Peek | November 24, 2025

Cloud-based point-of-sale (POS) software has many advantages over traditional sales technology. Consider these benefits and top systems.

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What Are Multiline Phone Systems?
By Mark Fairlie | November 24, 2025

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

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5 Ways a UX Designer Can Benefit Your Company
By Jamie Johnson | November 24, 2025

A user experience, or UX, designer makes products accessible and usable. Learn how a UX designer can optimize your offerings and help your small business.

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What Is a Softphone?
By Mark Fairlie | November 24, 2025

Softphones help businesses deliver voice, text and video over the web via cloud-based VoIP service providers. Learn how to use softphones in your business.

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15 Top POS System Features
By Sean Peek | November 21, 2025

The best POS system will vary based on your needs and the customer experience you want to provide. Here are 15 important features to look for.

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How to Block Websites From Employee Use
By Stella Morrison | November 21, 2025

This guide explains how to block and filter websites to restrict employee access to certain content on the company network.