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What Is a Certified Financial Statement? (And How to Get One)
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
Learn what certified financial statements are, when you need them, and how to obtain them. Includes costs, timelines and a complete prep checklist.
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Small Business Tax Credits: Your Complete Guide to Reducing Your Tax Bill Dollar-for-Dollar
By Adam Uzialko | January 27, 2026
These tax credits can reduce your small business’s tax burden, saving you money and helping your business grow.
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What is the Pomodoro Technique? A Time Management Method for Business Productivity
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
Learn how to implement the Pomodoro Technique in your small business. These 25-minute focus blocks prevent burnout and boost productivity.
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Best Productivity Methods to Transform Your Small Business Operations
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
Top productivity methods include the Pomodoro Technique’s “sprints”, Getting Things Done by David Allen, the Eisenhower Matrix and Personal Kanban boards.
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360 Feedback: A Complete Guide to Multi-Source Performance Development
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
Learn what 360 degree feedback is and how to implement it effectively in small businesses. Complete guide with examples, templates, and best practices.
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360 Feedback Tools
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
Compare the best 360 feedback tools for SMBs. Get pricing, features, and a 30-day rollout plan to launch your first multi-rater feedback cycle.
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How Much Does a Billboard Cost
By Adam Uzialko | January 27, 2026
Billboard can increase visibility for your business, but the cost varies considerably depending on where you’re located.
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Open a Business Bank Account Without an EIN
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
Can you open a business account without an EIN? Yes! Learn which business types qualify, required documents, and when getting an EIN may be smart.
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How Email and SMS Work Together to Strengthen Brand Marketing
By Adam Uzialko | January 27, 2026
Email and SMS marketing complement each other well. Here’s how to use both for your small business.
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How to Find Employees: Guide to Job Posting Sites and Hiring Platforms
By Adam Uzialko | January 27, 2026
The best ways to find employees include job boards like ZipRecruiter and LinkedIn, employee referrals and resume databases, and building a talent pipeline.
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The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Tax Season Readiness
By Adam Uzialko | January 27, 2026
This guide covers how to prepare your small business for tax season, including organizing records, working with tax pros, and introducing automation.
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30 Essential Data Analytics Terms Every Marketer Should Know
By Mark Fairlie | January 27, 2026
Every marketer should understand these 30 commonly used data analytics terms so they can create meaningful sales and campaign reports.
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10 Successful Businesses You Didn’t Know Were Run By Women
By Jennifer Dublino | January 27, 2026
Female entrepreneurs own 39 percent of American firms. Check out this list of women-led companies and some great resources for small business owners.
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5 Best Construction Estimating Tools
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | January 27, 2026
Accurate estimates are key to your construction business's success. Learn about the top five construction estimating software tools.
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4 Marketing Hacks to Help You Attract the Right Investors
By Jennifer Dublino | January 27, 2026
Marketing strategy is a crucial aspect of landing investors. Use your marketing skills to identify, message and pitch potential business investors.
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7 Strategies to Make Your Google Ads Campaign a Success
By Chad Brooks | January 27, 2026
Google Ads can help you improve traffic and find more qualified prospects and customers. Learn seven strategies to make your Google Ads campaign a success.
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5 Ways an Ergonomically Designed Workstation Can Improve Your Productivity
By Julie Thompson | January 27, 2026
Learn how workplace ergonomics can increase productivity and employee happiness.
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What Is a Computerized Filing System?
By Sean Peek | January 27, 2026
A computerized filing system makes organizing your files easy. Here's how to implement one in your business.
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Document Tracking Services 101
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 27, 2026
A document tracking system automates the process of accessing, searching and editing documents and enables you to control who views or edits a document.
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Traditional vs. Roth IRAs: What SMB Owners Must Know
By Max Freedman | January 27, 2026
SMB owners are responsible for their own nest eggs. Which retirement account should they choose? Compare the pros and cons of traditional and Roth IRAs.
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Back to Basics: Offline Marketing Tactics That Still Work in Today’s Digital World
By Max Freedman | January 26, 2026
Old-school advertising is still effective today. Here are nine offline marketing strategies that work in the digital world.
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6 Steps to Improve Your Organization’s Performance
By Jennifer Dublino | January 26, 2026
Continuous improvement is crucial for businesses. Learn the types of organizational improvements and 6 strategies for improving organizational performance.
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Company Culture Metrics: What You Need to Be Tracking and Why
By Miranda Fraraccio | January 26, 2026
Here are some important measures of performance in the office and components of company culture that you need to be tracking.
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How to Rebrand Your Business
By Stella Morrison | January 26, 2026
Rebranding is meant to change public perception of your organization. Here is how to make the process a success.
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Seeking Brand Advocates: How to Get Influencers to Market Your Product
By Jennifer Dublino | January 26, 2026
Influencer marketing can be an effective way to boost brand awareness and sales. Learn how to convince influencers to market your products the right way.
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What to Do if ICE Serves Your Business With a Form I-9 Audit
By Julie Thompson | January 26, 2026
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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Management Theory of Stephen Covey
By Sean Peek | January 26, 2026
Learn how Stephen Covey’s seven habits of highly effective people can make you more successful in business.
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Pets Go to Work: How to Create a Pet Policy for Your Office
By Julie Thompson | January 26, 2026
Pets in the workplace may boost productivity and motivation. Create a pet policy that accommodates pet owners and alleviates other employees' concerns.
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Owning Your Onboarding Process Is the Key to Success With New Hires
By Miranda Fraraccio | January 26, 2026
Make sure your new hires are onboarded successfully so they are set up for success in their new roles.
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Use PowerShell to Make WSUS Suck Less
By Adam Bertram | January 26, 2026
You can use PowerShell with Windows Software Update Services to work with servers and Windows clients.