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How to Apply for a Business Credit Card
By Dock David Treece | February 25, 2026
A business credit card has distinct advantages, like simplified accounting. Learn how to choose, apply for and qualify for a business credit card.
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How to Wrap Up Your Fiscal Year and Start the New One Right
By Max Freedman | February 25, 2026
Follow these tips to end your fiscal year the right way and kick off your next one primed for success.
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Why Meetings Kill Productivity (and What to Do About It)
By Skye Schooley | February 25, 2026
Meetings are important, but can be time-consuming and tedious. Here’s how to make them more productive.
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15 Tips to Become an Extrovert
By Sean Peek | February 25, 2026
Becoming more of an extrovert can help you in the business world, better engaging your team and customers. Follow these tips to do it most naturally.
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How to Accept Credit Card Payments for Small Businesses
By Adam Uzialko | February 25, 2026
Accepting credit cards requires a payment processor like Square or Stripe, a merchant account, and hardware like POS terminals. Fees range from 1.5% to 4%.
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10 Ways New Managers Can Be Influential Leaders
By Julie Thompson | February 24, 2026
Specific habits and practices can turn managers into respected, influential leaders. Learn to elevate your management role and avoid leadership mistakes.
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How and When to Create and Use PowerShell Modules
By Adam Bertram | February 24, 2026
PowerShell modules allow you to combine multiple scripts to simplify code management. Learn step-by-step instructions for creating and using these modules.
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K-1s and How They Are Used
By Jennifer Dublino | February 24, 2026
Partnerships use schedule K-1 tax forms to avoid tax penalties by distinguishing business income and personal income.
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Outgrowing Your Office Space? Should You Lease or Buy?
By Karina Fabian | February 24, 2026
Here is a list of things to consider before deciding whether to purchase or lease your new office space, including the pros and cons of both options.
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Why Data Integrity Is Crucial for Your Business
By Mark Fairlie | February 24, 2026
Businesses base decisions on their current and future data. To steer a company in the right direction, leaders should maintain data integrity.
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Small Business Credit Card Processing: What You Need to Know in 2026
By Elizabeth Crumbly | February 24, 2026
Credit card processing allows businesses to accept debit and credit card transactions, boosting sales and customer satisfaction in the process. Here’s how it works.
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The Skills You Need to Be a Successful Remote Employee
By Jennifer Dublino | February 23, 2026
While working remotely may sound enticing, these positions require employees to have these skill sets in order to be productive.
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U.S. Cities With the Largest Gender Pay Gaps in 2026
By Chad Brooks | February 23, 2026
Fremont, California, Frisco, Texas, and Cary, North Carolina have the biggest gender pay gaps among full-time workers among the largest U.S. cities.
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Trademark Basics: How to Submit a Trademark
By Max Freedman | February 23, 2026
Submitting a trademark is a way to protect your intellectual property. Learn how to submit a trademark properly, how it differs from a copyright and more.
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Gusto HR Software Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | February 23, 2026
Gusto is the ideal HR software for employers that want advanced payroll capabilities. Get a rundown of features and pricing.
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How to Draft an Email Newsletter
By Rachelle Gordon | February 23, 2026
Your business's email newsletter can nurture leads and add value to your brand. Learn how to draft an email newsletter as part of your marketing plan
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Why Influencer Marketing Should Focus on Relationships
By Shane Barker | February 23, 2026
Whether you are targeting a small or large audience, the success in influencer marketing largely depends on the relationship.
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Does Your Business Have a Battle Rhythm? Why You Need One
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | February 23, 2026
Battle rhythm is an operational knowledge management process. It is equal parts strategic routine and information processing.
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Elevating Expectations: 6 Ways Product Quality Affects Your Brand
By Sammi Caramela | February 23, 2026
Product quality builds customer trust, drives repeat business, and boosts profitability. High-quality products reduce complaints and increase loyalty.
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How to Sync Folders With PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | February 23, 2026
While software can sync files and folders for you, it's often limited in scope. Learn how a PowerShell script can help you build a custom solution.
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How to Achieve Success With Small Business Digital Asset Management
By David Trounce | February 23, 2026
Learn how your business can benefit from digital asset management, which will boost productivity, improve collaboration, and save time and money.
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Why You Should Pay Your Employees to Stop Working For You
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2026
Final paychecks must include unused vacation pay, accrued wages and commissions. State laws determine payment deadlines ranging from immediately to 30 days.
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Are Employees More Productive Working From Home?
By Baruch Silvermann | February 21, 2026
Historically, traditional job roles were shackled to the office, but are we more productive at home? See data and learn how to improve remote productivity.
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Which Is Better: Cash- or Accrual-Based Business Accounting?
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2026
Cash- and accrual-based business accounting are two methods for tracking financial performance. Learn which is right for your business.
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What Is the Cost of Software Development?
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2026
The cost for software development depends on a variety of different factors. Learn how to make the right choices for your business.
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4 Reasons Why Texas Is a Hot State for Starting a Business
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2026
The heat and the sun aren’t the only reasons Texas is a hot state. Check out why Texas is a fantastic state to start a business.
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7 Highly Effective Ways to Build an Online Community for Your Business
By Max Freedman | February 21, 2026
Online communities keep your target audience engaged with one another and your brand. Here’s how to effectively build an online community.
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How to Recognize and Support Employees With Impostor Syndrome
By Julie Thompson | February 21, 2026
When your employees feel inadequate, there are steps that you can take to help them overcome that self-doubt and improve their productivity.
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Managing Files Over SFTP With PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | February 21, 2026
Although native support for Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) is not in PowerShell, by using a free module, you can retrieve, delete and add new files.