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How to Sync Folders With PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | December 12, 2024

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 Write an Executive Summary for a Marketing Plan
By Max Freedman | December 12, 2024

Read our step-by-step guide and get professional advice for writing the executive summary of your marketing plan with tips from chief marketing officers.

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10 Tips to Keep Your Emails Out of Gmail’s Promotions Folder
By Julie Thompson | December 11, 2024

Keep your emails out of Gmail’s Promotions folder. Here is how to write high-quality, personalized content that will stay out of spam.

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Email Analytics: Metrics You Should Be Tracking
By Nicole Fallon | December 11, 2024

Your business should track certain email analytics. Learn how to create better marketing campaigns, improve customer engagement and drive more conversions.

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20 Tips to Avoid a Tax Audit of Your Small Business Return
By Andrew Martins | December 11, 2024

IRS audits are stressful and costly. Learn best practices and tips that will reduce your chances of getting audited by the IRS and help you stay compliant.

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Silence Is Golden at Work, BRIEF Lab’s Founder (Quietly) Explains [Full Q&A]
By Tina Nazerian | December 11, 2024

An interview with Quiet Works author Joe McCormack

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8 Cringey Brand Fails on Social Media
By Julie Thompson | December 11, 2024

Social media fails from Burger King, Netflix and more show how poorly timed or tone-deaf posts can backfire. Timing and awareness are key to avoiding backlash.

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The Management Theory of Peter Drucker: Key Terms
By Miranda Fraraccio | December 10, 2024
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Management Theory of Joseph Juran
By Sean Peek | December 10, 2024

Joseph Juran was a pioneer in the study of quality control for industries like math and science. Learn how to apply his management theory to your business.

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9 Metrics That Amp Up Agile Team Productivity
By Kaytlyn Smith | December 09, 2024

Agile metrics quantify human capital investments while keeping your team's learning journey clear of obstacles.

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9 Surefire Strategies to Help You Stand Out From the Competition
By Stella Morrison | December 09, 2024

Differentiating your brand from the competition gives you a competitive advantage. Learn ways to differentiate your product from the competition.

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How to Manage Risks and Maximize Rewards of Co-Employment
By Tania Fiero | December 09, 2024

Find out what co-employment is, how to choose a co-employer and how to manage the co-employment relationship to maximize the benefits.

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How and When to Create and Use PowerShell Modules
By Adam Bertram | December 06, 2024

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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Should Your Restaurant Accept Mobile Payments?
By Jamie Johnson | December 06, 2024

Mobile payments provide a fast and easy way for restaurants to receive payments, but there are pros and cons to this method. Here is what you need to know.

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How Companies Can Change Their Culture to Attract (and Retain) Millennials
By Sean Peek | December 06, 2024

Do you want more millennials to join and remain loyal to your company? Here's how to recruit and keep this age group.

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How to Implement Continuous Performance Management
By Jennifer Dublino | December 06, 2024

Continuous performance management can boost morale and improve communication. Learn how to implement continuous performance management in your company.

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How People Got Rich Without College
By Julie Thompson | December 06, 2024

Society tells us to go to college, but that isn't the only route to financial freedom. Learn how starting a business and upskilling can lead to wealth.

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7 Medical Billing Tips for Small Practices
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | December 06, 2024

Streamline your medical billing process – and receive payment for your services faster – with these suggestions.

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Former FBI Spy Recruiter’s Trust-Building Tips Are Straight Outta Quantico (Full Q&A)
By Dan Ketchum | December 05, 2024

An interview with “Unbreakable Alliances” author Robin Dreeke

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The Influence of Leadership Styles: How Givers and Takers Match Up
By Sean Peek | December 05, 2024

Workplaces are full of all types of people, including givers, takers and matchers. Learn the pros and cons of various leadership styles.

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Which Is Better: Cash- or Accrual-Based Business Accounting?
By Sean Peek | December 05, 2024

Cash- and accrual-based business accounting are analysis methods for determining a business's financial health. Learn which is right for your business.

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9 Ways to Reduce Your Email Bounce Rate
By Rachelle Gordon | December 05, 2024

Email bounce rates are a crucial KPI for any email marketing campaign. Here's how to improve them.

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A Guide to Payroll Forms
By Simone Johnson | December 05, 2024

Managing payroll forms is a necessary part of owning and running a business. Learn about the payroll tax and report forms business owners must understand.

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5 Tips for Reengaging Past Clients
By Jamie Johnson | December 05, 2024

Reengaging past clients can create new business and save money. Learn strategies for reengaging former clients and the benefits of client reengagement.

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Financial Tracking 101: Top Implementation Practices and Best Tools
By Donna Fuscaldo | December 05, 2024

Whether you do it yourself or rely on accounting software, finance tracking is essential for small business owners.

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How to Manage IIS Application Pools With PowerShell
By Mark Fairlie | December 05, 2024

PowerShell helps IT experts manage IIS web server farms with dozens or hundreds of app pools. Learn how to manage IIS application tools with PowerShell.

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Understanding Functions in PowerShell
By Mark Fairlie | December 05, 2024

Don’t copy and paste the same code over and over again. Instead, create a PowerShell function and save yourself time.

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Dose of Motivation: 60 Inspirational Quotes About Success by Influential CEOs
By Alan Rabinowitz | December 05, 2024

Here are 60 inspirational quotes and business advice from uber-successful CEOs.

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What to Know When Choosing Business Insurance
By Sean Peek | December 04, 2024

Choosing insurance for your company or employees is important, and should not be done casually. Here’s what to consider when getting insurance.

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The Road Map to Starting a Membership Site From Scratch
By Mark Thompson | December 04, 2024

A subscription site is easy to start and can offer big rewards. Follow these steps to build a loyal member base.