Our free membership, business.com+, takes the pain out of choosing new business services.
Learn More
BDC Hamburger Icon

Menu

Close
BDC Logo
Search Icon
Search Icon
ArrowContent

All Content

Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources

Best Pick
The Best Email Marketing Services and Survey Software of 2025
By Mark Fairlie | June 03, 2025

Mailchimp, Constant Contact and Campaign Monitor excel in email marketing, offering automation, segmentation and responsive templates.

Best Pick
The Best Document Management Software of 2025
By Adam Uzialko | June 03, 2025

Top document management software includes M-Files, DocuWare and Revver — offering secure storage, workflow automation and easy document retrieval.

Best Pick
The Best Fleet Management Services of 2025
By Mark Fairlie | June 03, 2025

Top GPS fleet tracking services include Verizon Connect, Samsara, and Motive—offering real-time tracking, ELD compliance and route optimization tools.

hands using a smartphone
Article
Text Message Laws Every Business Needs to Follow
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | June 03, 2025

Learn the key regulations governing SMS marketing, the penalties for noncompliance and how to keep your campaigns both effective and legal.

Article
How Do Commercial Car Insurance Deductibles Work?
By Kimberlee Leonard | June 03, 2025

Commercial car insurance deductibles work just like personal auto insurance deductibles. Learn about collision and comprehensive claims deductibles.

Article
Employee Performance Goals: Goal-Setting Steps, Metrics & Examples
By Skye Schooley | June 03, 2025

Setting employee performance goals is an important job for managers. Learn how to set performance goals and why they're important, and view specific examples.

Article
What Is Employee Attrition?
By Nicole Fallon | June 03, 2025

Employee attrition occurs when someone leaves a company, for any reason and through any means, and is not replaced by another employee.

Article
Welcome to America: What Nonresidents Need to Consider When Forming a Company in the U.S.
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | June 03, 2025

Non-U.S. residents can form a business in the United States, but there are a few things they need to consider. Learn what with this guide.

Article
Turn Your Genealogy Hobby Into a Side Business
By Chad Brooks | June 02, 2025

Have you ever considered starting a genealogy business? This guide will walk you through the steps of starting a home-based genealogy business.

Article
Things to Consider Before Presenting Your Idea to Investors
By Jennifer Dublino | June 02, 2025

Investor presentations require careful planning and organization. Learn what to consider before presenting an idea to investors and signs you're not ready.

Article
Best Goal Setting Apps and Goal Tracking Software
By Tom Anziano | June 02, 2025

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

happy office
Article
A Good Investment: How Keeping Employees Happy Benefits Business
By Miranda Fraraccio | June 02, 2025

Happy employees can benefit your business in many ways. Here are five strategies to keep them happy.

Article
The Importance of Self-Care for Productivity in an Office Environment
By Skye Schooley | June 02, 2025

Learn self-care strategies and techniques that can increase your productivity and happiness at work.

Article
Changing Perception: Simple Ways to Improve Your Customers’ Waiting Experience
By Jamie Johnson | June 02, 2025

Here are five tips for upgrading your reception area and making waiting a more positive experience for your customers.

businessman looking at a computer screen with data and graphs
Article
How to Utilize Big Data for Human Resources
By Skye Schooley | June 02, 2025

Big data can be an effective tool for HR professionals to hire and retain top talent. Learn some smart ways to use big data in human resources.

Article
6 Effective Strategies for Communication in a Crisis
By Julie Thompson | June 02, 2025

Crisis communication strategies include being transparent, acting quickly, training spokespeople and using social media to maintain trust and control.

Article
Do Results-Only Workplaces Really Work?
By Nicole Fallon | June 02, 2025

Here’s everything you need to know about results-only work environments, and whether it’s right for your business.

Article
 Contingency Management Theory Explained
By Sean Peek | June 02, 2025

Contingency management theory says there’s no one-size-fits-all approach — leaders must adapt strategies based on people, tasks and the environment.

open plan workspace
Article
Renewable Resources: The Impact of Green Energy on the Economy
By Jennifer Dublino | June 02, 2025

Green energy boosts job creation, attracts investment and cuts long-term costs, making it a key driver of sustainable economic growth in the U.S.

Article
The Cost of Cybersecurity and How to Budget for It
By Andrew Rinaldi | June 02, 2025

Small businesses spend 13.2% of IT budgets on cybersecurity. Experts suggest focusing on employee training, MFA,and practical defenses over costly tech.

Article
Why Does Power Abuse Persist?
By Sean Peek | June 02, 2025

Power abuse at work includes bullying, manipulation and favoritism by those in authority, leading to stress, turnover and organizational dysfunction.

Article
Can You Make a Profit and Be Socially Responsible?
By Jennifer Dublino | June 02, 2025

Social responsibility and profit aren't mutually exclusive—businesses that prioritize ethics, sustainability and transparency see stronger loyalty and growth.

Article
What Is the Triple Bottom Line?
By Paula Fernandes | June 02, 2025

The triple bottom line measures success by profit, people and planet, encouraging companies to balance financial goals with social and environmental impact.

Best Pick
The Best Business Internet Service Providers of 2025
By Mark Fairlie | June 02, 2025

Need an internet service provider for your business? We've researched and analyzed the top providers to help you find the one that's right for you.

Article
Leading With Transparency Promotes Customer Loyalty
By Austin Mac Nab | June 02, 2025

Transparency builds customer trust, boosts loyalty and profits, and sets brands apart by fostering honest pricing, open communication and accountability.

Article
Classical and Scientific Management Theory
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | June 02, 2025

Classical and scientific management theories emphasize structure, efficiency and task specialization, laying the groundwork for modern organizational practices.

business meeting around a table
Article
From Conflict to Cooperation: Building Stronger Cross Cultural Teams
By Julie Thompson | June 02, 2025

Cultural intelligence, communication training and empathy help global teams overcome conflict and foster stronger cross-cultural collaboration.

Article
50 Free Websites to List Your Business
By Max Freedman | June 02, 2025

Free websites to list your business include Google, Bing, Yelp, Angi and HomeAdvisor. Directories boost exposure, build trust and can drive significant traffic.

Article
Technology Should Enhance Communication
By Sean Peek | June 02, 2025

Technology improves workplace communication through speed and access but can also hinder clarity and connection if it replaces thoughtful, in-person dialogue.

Co-working space
Article
Stress and Productivity: What the Numbers Say
By Sean Peek | June 02, 2025

Forty-nine percent of North American workers report daily stress, which fuels burnout, absenteeism and turnover — hurting productivity and morale companywide.