BDC Hamburger Icon

Menu

Close
BDC Logo
Search Icon
Search Icon
ArrowContent

All Content

Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources

Article
How to Provide an Honest and Ethical User Experience
By Sean Peek | August 07, 2024

When creating software and apps, businesses should strive for a user experience that doesn't exploit others. Here's how to keep ethics a priority.

person reading a book
Article
Best Leadership Books for Small Business Owners
By Sean Peek | August 07, 2024

Building your bookshelf is an important step in building your business. These books can help you become a better leader for your company.

Article
Graphic Design Trends and Predictions for the Industry’s Future
By Sean Peek | August 07, 2024

Lexie Lu, web designer and UX strategist, shares her insight on graphic design trends.

Article
Traditional vs. Roth IRAs: What SMB Owners Must Know
By Max Freedman | August 05, 2024

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.

Article
Pets in the Workplace: Is It a Good or Bad Idea?
By Skye Schooley | August 05, 2024

Some companies allow dogs, cats, birds and even reptiles in the office, but not all businesses can. Weigh the pros and cons of a pet-friendly office.

Article
5 Best Construction Estimating Tools
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | August 05, 2024

Accurate estimates are key to your construction business's success. Learn about the top five construction estimating software tools.

Hyper Efficient book cover
Article
Hyperefficient: Dr. Mithu Storoni Shares Productivity Brain Hacks
By Jane Meggitt | August 05, 2024

Our full Q&A with the author and neuroscience researcher.

Article
How to Attract Customers to Your Restaurant
By Jennifer Dublino | August 02, 2024

Here are several online and offline marketing techniques that you can use to reach more potential customers for your restaurant business.

Article
5 Ways to Improve Your Office Workflow
By Julie Thompson | August 01, 2024

Make your employees happier and more productive by following these tips for making your business run more efficiently and smoothly.

Article
Cybercrime to Reach $23 Trillion By 2027: What Can We Do?
By Mark Fairlie | August 01, 2024

Cybercriminals won't ignore you because your business is small. Learn 20 ways to protect a company from a damaging data breach and how to respond to one.

Article
How to Turn Change Management Into Personal Development
By Sean Peek | August 01, 2024

Work environments are continually changing, and a company can prepare its employees for that. Learn how to support your workers and create better teamwork.

Article
How to Offer Employee Benefits
By Skye Schooley | July 31, 2024

If you need help with your benefits management process, follow these five steps to get your employee benefits plan up and running.

Article
A Nonprofit’s Guide to Accounting
By Katharine Paljug | July 31, 2024

Nonprofit organizations have specific accounting regulations and requirements. Learn what nonprofits need to know about accounting.

Article
Why Growing Employees Is Key to Growing Your Business
By Skye Schooley | July 31, 2024

There's a trend of employees leaving companies, seeking opportunity and upward mobility elsewhere. Here are three tips to prevent employee churn.

Article
Why You Need to Develop Your Own Unique Product
By Jared Haw | July 31, 2024

If you sell products anyone can get, you'll never become a leader in your market. Here's how to develop unique products instead.

Article
Why You Need a SWOT Analysis for Your Business
By Kiely Kuligowski | July 31, 2024

SWOT ― which stands for “strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats” ― is a type of analysis that helps you develop your business strategy.

Article
Substance Abuse in the Workplace: What to Do When an Employee Returns From Rehab
By Skye Schooley | July 31, 2024

Returning to work is a critical part of recovery for many former addicts. As an employer, learn how you can best support an employee.

Article
5 Ways Video Can Make Your Content Marketing Strategy More Effective
By Jennifer Dublino | July 30, 2024

Video can boost your marketing strategy and increase leads, user engagement and sales. Learn how to incorporate video into your marketing strategy.

Article
Tips to Improve Your Social Media Presence
By Jennifer Dublino | July 30, 2024

Social media marketing is an effective and affordable way to connect with your target market. Follow these tips to strengthen your social media presence.

Article
How Business Debt Consolidation Works
By Julie Thompson | July 30, 2024

Learn who should consider debt consolidation and what you need to know before deciding whether business debt consolidation is right for you.

Article
Unspoken Signals: Common Body Language Mistakes to Avoid in the Workplace
By Skye Schooley | July 30, 2024

Your body language defines your persona. These nonverbal cues can crush your chances of success.

Article
Does Your Sex Life Influence Your Productivity? Oh YES
By Sean Peek | July 30, 2024

Feeling less than productive at work? Your sex life could be to blame. See how sex, productivity and even your income are linked.

Article
Experience Over Goods: The Millennial Shift in Spending
By Jennifer Dublino | July 30, 2024

Millennials have markedly different spending habits from their predecessors. Learn how to shift your strategy to appeal to them.

Article
Financial Accounting: What You Need to Know
By Dock David Treece | July 30, 2024

Learn what every business owner needs to know about financial accounting, accounting software and financial statements.

online customer
Article
How to Create a Contest That Makes Your Brand Go Viral
By Sean Peek | July 30, 2024

Contests can create excitement and engagement for your brand, and help find new customers. Learn how you can run a successful promotion.

Champagne toast in an office
Article
Drinking on the Job: Small Business Guide to Creating an Office Alcohol Policy
By Sean Peek | July 30, 2024

Some employers allow drinking in the office. Here's what businesses should consider when creating an office alcohol policy for employees.

Article
Business Owners’ Guide to Workers’ Compensation
By David Gargaro | July 30, 2024

If your business has employees, nearly every state requires you to have workers' compensation insurance. Learn about what it covers and how much it costs.

Man giving presentation in boardroom
Article
With Power Comes Pain: The Downsides of Being the Boss
By Jennifer Post | July 30, 2024

Being a boss comes with challenges and hardships. Learn the downsides of being the boss and tips to reduce the stress of managing others.

Article
What Is a Hold Harmless Agreement?
By Kimberlee Leonard | July 29, 2024

A hold harmless agreement releases a party from the consequences of another's actions. Learn how and when to use a hold harmless agreement in business.

Article
Do You Need Product Liability Insurance?
By David Gargaro | July 29, 2024

Product liability insurance is needed for businesses that make, sell or distribute products. Learn about what it covers and how much it costs.