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International Business Etiquette From Around the World
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | October 01, 2026
If you do business with companies in other countries, you must understand how business etiquette varies globally.
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How Small Businesses Can Offer Big-Company Benefits (Without a Big-Company Budget)
By Chad Brooks | September 29, 2026
Small businesses can offer competitive benefits packages at an affordable price, which is key for competing when it comes to attracting top talent.
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Why Your Construction Company Needs Smart Helmets
By Sean Peek | September 29, 2026
This wearable tech combines traditional protection with data-driven features to improve your construction team's safety and efficiency.
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Best Business Phone Systems for Restaurants
By Jessica Elliott | September 29, 2026
Ooma, RingCentral and Dialpad offer restaurant business phone systems with call routing, mobile apps and reservation integration. Learn more in our review.
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How to Draft an Email Newsletter
By Rachelle Gordon | September 29, 2026
Email newsletters remain one of the most cost-effective marketing tools for nurturing leads and retaining customers.
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Startup Loans: Options for New Businesses With No Revenue
By Adam Uzialko | September 29, 2026
Learn how to qualify, what lenders look for and where to find funding early on.
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Step-by-Step Guide to Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses
By Kiely Kuligowski | September 29, 2026
Social media marketing is crucial to modern business. Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating a successful strategy.
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How to Improve Relations Between Your Managers and Employees
By Sammi Caramela | September 28, 2026
The relationship between your managers and your employees is key to maintaining a productive and happy workplace. Here's how to improve the dynamic.
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How Informal Feedback Can Improve Employee Performance
By Skye Schooley | September 28, 2026
Learn how to give your employees informal feedback to improve employee performance and company morale.
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Small Business Tax Credits: Your Complete Guide to Reducing Your Tax Bill Dollar-for-Dollar
By Adam Uzialko | September 28, 2026
Maximize your savings with federal tax credits designed specifically for small business owners.
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The Complete Guide to Small Business Invoice Management
By Chad Brooks | September 28, 2026
Invoicing is how your business turns finished work into cash in the bank. Here's how to build an invoice management process that keeps the cash flowing.
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Need a Loan? Lending Trends That Are Increasing Your Chances of Getting the Funds You Need
By Jennifer Dublino | September 25, 2026
Monitor loan industry trends to optimize your funding approval chances with various loan products.
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A Guide to Creating a Customer Journey Map for Your Brand
By Adam Uzialko | September 25, 2026
Building a customer journey requires you to understand how your customers engage with your brand and what steps they take both before and after a purchase.
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Free Small Business Budget Template and How to Create Your Startup’s Budget
By Jamie Johnson | September 25, 2026
A budget helps you estimate your spending and revenue so your business remains financially stable.
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Small Business Blogging: 6 Reasons It Works and Tips for Execution
By Jennifer Post | September 25, 2026
You need a blog for your small business, as the benefits are well worth the effort.
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11 Accounting Mistakes That Cost Small Businesses Significant Growth
By Jamie Johnson | September 25, 2026
Avoid these financial management errors to help set up your business for success.
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The Top Accounting Challenges Small Businesses Face
By Alika Cooper | September 25, 2026
Staying on top of your company’s finances isn’t easy. Be aware of these potential obstacles to success and their solutions.
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What Is SIP Trunking?
By Shannon Flynn | September 25, 2026
A SIP trunk is the digital version of an analog phone line. With SIP trunking, businesses can upgrade to a unified digital phone system.
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How to Repurpose Old Content to Boost Marketing Results
By Jennifer Dublino | September 25, 2026
Reach new audiences, save time and get more marketing value from the content you've already created.
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8 Ways Cloud Computing Can Increase Productivity and Profits
By Sean Peek | September 25, 2026
Explore how cloud computing can help your business work more efficiently, reduce costs and scale as it grows.
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Is it Better to Buy or Lease a Car for Business?
By Max Freedman | September 25, 2026
Ask yourself these questions to determine whether buying or leasing is the right decision for your business.
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9 Steps for Building a Successful Construction Business
By Sean Peek | September 25, 2026
Forge a solid reputation and secure a loyal client base with this guide.
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How to Self-Fund Your Business
By Sean Peek | September 25, 2026
It can take years to get your vision off the ground, but the rewards of owning every aspect of your company are worth the hard work of bootstrapping.
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What Employee Info Can You Collect in Personnel Files?
By Skye Schooley | September 25, 2026
Learn which documents you should include (and not include) in your employee personnel files.
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SBA Loan Forgiveness for PPP, EIDL and 7(a) Loans
By Jamie Johnson | September 24, 2026
What are the main features of PPP and EIDL loans and how does the forgiveness process vary for each type?
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Your Guide to Creating a Small Business Marketing Plan
By Skye Schooley | September 24, 2026
Follow these templates and guidelines to get started on your business's marketing plan.
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Salesforce CRM vs. Zoho CRM
By Mark Fairlie | September 24, 2026
Salesforce and Zoho are popular, feature-full CRM platforms for small businesses. Here's how they compare.
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Salesforce vs. Zendesk Sell Comparison
By Mark Fairlie | September 24, 2026
Salesforce and Zendesk Sell are two leading CRM platforms for small businesses. Here's how they compare.
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Salesforce vs. Pipedrive Comparison
By Mark Fairlie | September 24, 2026
Salesforce and Pipedrive are leading customer relationship management platforms for small businesses. Here's how they compare.
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How to Build a Rolling Cash Flow Forecast for Your Small Business
By Adam Uzialko | September 24, 2026
Cash flow is one of the most essential metrics for small businesses to track. Strong cash flow is critical for sustained growth and supporting operations without seeking costly financing.