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Funding Woes, Be Gone: 10 Ways to Minimize Your Startup Costs
By Jennifer Dublino | September 09, 2026
Minimize startup costs by following tips like working from home, outsourcing strategically, negotiating with suppliers, and improving cash flow management.
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Entrepreneurs, Take Note: 9 Trends in Online Purchasing Habits
By Jennifer Dublino | September 09, 2026
E-commerce stores must stay on top of consumer shopping behavior. Learn about consumer trends and how to attract online customers via e-commerce platforms.
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7 Things to Know About Small Business Credit Card Payment Processing
By Jennifer Dublino | September 09, 2026
Credit card processing fees range 1.7-2.05% in-person and 2.25-3.25% online. PCI non-compliance costs $10-100/month; security breach audits average $36,000.
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5 Steps to Engaging Your Audience on Social Media
By Rachelle Gordon | September 09, 2026
Engage social media audiences through consistent posting, authentic storytelling, responding to comments, using visual content and analyzing engagement metrics.
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5 Ideas to Boost Your Loyalty Program’s Success
By Mark Fairlie | September 09, 2026
Want to boost customer loyalty and retention for your business? Learn rewards program tactics to help you build a loyal customer base and drive more sales.
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5 Ways a UX Designer Can Benefit Your Company
By Jamie Johnson | September 09, 2026
A user experience, or UX, designer makes products accessible and usable. Learn how a UX designer can optimize your offerings and help your small business.
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Asset Management for Your Construction Firm: 8 Tips for Success
By Mark Fairlie | September 09, 2026
Learn valuable tips for managing assets for your construction business.
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4 Tips to Build a Strong In-House Marketing Team
By Jennifer Dublino | September 09, 2026
If you have the resources, an in-house marketing team can lower costs and foster creativity and agility. Learn to build a strong in-house marketing team.
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6 Signs It’s Time Your Business Should Partner With a Digital Marketing Agency
By Julie Thompson | September 09, 2026
Outsourcing your marketing may improve results. Learn when a business should partner with a digital marketing agency and how it can grow your company.
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8 Marketing Challenges Only Nonprofits Understand
By Jennifer Dublino | September 09, 2026
Marketing for a nonprofit is very different from corporate marketing. Here are some common nonprofit marketing challenges and how to overcome them.
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10 Ways to Reduce Operational Costs for Your Small Business
By Jennifer Dublino | September 09, 2026
Because small businesses operate on tight margins, sustaining a healthy profit is critical. Learn how to increase revenue and reduce expenses.
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How to Learn Coding for Free
By Scott Gerber | September 09, 2026
There are many free tools to learn coding and other business and computing skills. Learn about online courses and webinars that can increase your skills.
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14 Tools to Measure Employee Performance
By Sean Peek | September 09, 2026
Explore 14 employee performance management tools to measure employee performance, track goals and improve productivity. Compare features, pricing and use cases.
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13 Ways to Repurpose Your Blog Content for More Traffic
By Mark Fairlie | September 09, 2026
Repurpose your blog content to get more traffic and reach new audiences. Learn 13 practical ways to reuse posts across email, social media and more.
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10 Things You Must Do Before Starting a Business
By Adam Uzialko | September 09, 2026
Find out what you must do before starting a business, from writing a business plan to getting the proper insurance.
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How Business Debt Consolidation Works
By Julie Thompson | September 08, 2026
Debt consolidation offers many benefits, but it is not appropriate for all businesses. This is what you should consider before your company begins the process.
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The Best Business Loan and Financing Options of 2026
By Mike Berner | September 08, 2026
Biz2Credit, Fundbox, SBG Funding connect small businesses with lenders offering term loans, lines of credit and invoice financing.
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The Best Email Marketing Services and Survey Software of 2026
By Mark Fairlie | September 08, 2026
Mailchimp, Constant Contact and Campaign Monitor excel in email marketing, offering automation, segmentation and responsive templates.
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Small Business Guide to Alternative Lending
By Donna Fuscaldo | September 08, 2026
Alternative lenders generate financing options for small businesses that don’t qualify for loans with traditional banks or the SBA. Learn more in this guide.
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10 Tips for Choosing the Right Web Hosting Company
By Genia Stevens | September 08, 2026
A business depends on their website to reach customers so finding a reliable web hosting service is important. Use these tips to find the best one for you.
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Best CRM Software for Nonprofits
By Ross Mudrick | September 08, 2026
Learn about the best CRM systems for nonprofits, including features and prices. We evaluate solutions that help manage relationships with members and donors.
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Comcast Business Phone System Review and Pricing
By Chad Brooks | September 08, 2026
Comcast Business phone plans offer a gig-speed network and scalable VoIP solutions for large enterprises. Learn about features and limitations in our review.
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What Is Employment Verification?
By Patrick Proctor | September 08, 2026
Learn what employment verification is, why it matters, what employers can ask, which laws apply and how to verify a candidate's work history with confidence.
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What to Include in an Employment Contract
By Skye Schooley | September 08, 2026
Learn what an employment contract includes and the advantages and limitations of using one.
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Employee Expense Reimbursement Guide
By Jennifer Dublino | September 08, 2026
Sometimes employees have work-related expenditures. Businesses need clear reimbursement plans to prevent mistakes. This guide details what you need to know.
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Employee Bonuses Guide
By David Gargaro | September 08, 2026
Employee bonuses are any compensation paid in excess of an employee's base salary or hourly wage. Learn how to structure and implement employee bonuses.
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6 Effective Strategies for Communication in a Crisis
By Julie Thompson | September 08, 2026
Learn six effective crisis communication strategies to protect your brand, support employees, reassure customers and avoid common mistakes when your business faces a crisis.
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Committing to Eco-Friendly Packaging Practices Can Save Your Company Money
By Jennifer Dublino | September 08, 2026
Using eco-friendly packaging can cut costs, reduce waste and help your business be viewed as Earth-friendly. Learn about going green in your business.
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Does Your Business Need a Code of Ethics or Conduct?
By Jennifer Dublino | September 08, 2026
Formal codes of ethics and conduct can ensure consistency in an organization. Learn if your business needs a code of ethics and code of conduct — or both.
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Do It for Me: The Next Evolution of the On-Demand Economy
By Jamie Johnson | September 08, 2026
Consumers want convenience, which often means they want someone to do something for them on demand. Learn how to take advantage of the DIFM movement.