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Tips to Create an Ethical Business Culture
By Justin O. Walker | November 03, 2023

Today's companies can live and die by their workplace culture. Ensure your organization practices strong values and ethics with these tips.

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Is Social Media Marketing Still Worth It?
By Jennifer Dublino | November 03, 2023

More followers don’t always translate into sales, so is social media marketing still important for businesses? Here is why you should make the effort.

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Remote PC Access — Is It Safe?
By Mark Fairlie | November 03, 2023

Connecting to any device over the internet, as you would through remote PC software, has risks. Follow these practices to access remote PCs securely.

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5 Things to Consider for an International Digital Marketing Strategy
By Sean Hopwood | November 03, 2023

Here are the five essential points you need to know to formulate and implement your international digital marketing strategy.

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Inspiration Revealed: 36 Top CEOs Share Their Secrets to Success
By Lauren Kubiak | November 03, 2023

Here are tips from CEOs and business leaders on topics ranging from balancing life and work to building your business team to addressing the competition.

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Important Things to Do After Your Trademark Is Registered
By Julie Thompson | November 03, 2023

Registering your trademark is the first step in protecting your brand. Learn what to do next to ensure you're handling the trademark process properly.

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What Is Considered Wrongful Termination?
By Skye Schooley | November 03, 2023

Wrongfully terminating an employee can have significant implications. Learn how to avoid illegally firing an employee.

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Human Resources Management Glossary: Key Terms HR Pros Should Know
By Skye Schooley | November 03, 2023

Use our glossary to find out the definitions of words commonly used in the world of HR and see the buzzwords entering the human resources lexicon.

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How Virtual Reality Is Changing Construction
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | November 03, 2023

The construction industry is using virtual reality to help improve design, safety and training. Discover how VR is altering the field.

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Everything You Need to Know About Email Marketing Campaigns
By Sean Peek | November 03, 2023

Learn how to create email marketing campaigns that get subscribers’ attention through several strategies like provocative subject lines and images.

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You Can Do It: How to Start a Business Without a Loan
By Donna Fuscaldo | November 03, 2023

Debt isn't the only way! Here are alternatives to getting a loan in order to start your business.

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How to Start a Business With $0 (Or Pretty Close)
By Tom Drake | November 03, 2023

It is possible to go into business with limited startup capital. Here is how to become a successful entrepreneur, even without huge assets.

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How to Make Your Website GDPR-Compliant Quickly and Easily (and Why You Should Immediately)
By Julie Thompson | November 03, 2023

GDPR is a sweeping data privacy law that impacts any business collecting data on EU citizens. Make sure your business is ready with these easy steps.

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7 Surefire Strategies to Help You Stand Out From the Competition
By Stella Morrison | November 03, 2023

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

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The Psychology of Organizational Change: How Neuroscience Can Help Leaders
By Jennifer Dublino | November 02, 2023

Neuroscience can help leaders create organizational and company culture-related changes. Learn how to use neuromarketing insights in your business.

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The Insurance Claims Process and How to File
By Nicole Urbanowicz | November 02, 2023

If your business suffers a loss that’s covered by insurance, you’ll need to file an insurance claim. Here's how a claim works and how to file one.

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How to Choose and Open a Business Checking Account
By Meredith Wood | November 02, 2023

Creating a new company banking account is important so you want to do your research. Here are three steps to opening your business checking account.

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What Are Chargebacks, and How Can You Avoid Them?
By Skye Schooley | November 02, 2023

Chargebacks are issued by card issuers or banks at the request of customers. Learn what a chargeback is, how much it costs, and how you can prevent them.

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How to Apply for a Copyright Online
By Julianna Lopez | November 02, 2023

Obtaining a copyright is a straightforward process online. Learn how to apply for a copyright online and the benefits of protecting intellectual property.

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How to Apply for a Business Credit Card
By Dock David Treece | November 02, 2023

A business credit card has distinct advantages, like simplified accounting. Learn how to choose, apply for and qualify for a business credit card.

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The Ads Affair: How the Industry Has Changed and Is Changing
By Julie Thompson | November 02, 2023

Marketing is still an important component to promoting a brand, but consumers are more savvy about the process. Here is what you need to know.

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How Much Should You Spend on Small Business Security Systems?
By Mark Fairlie | November 02, 2023

Security is critical to a small business, but so is budgeting. This guide explains how much you should spend on security systems for your small business.

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How Companies Can Change Their Culture to Attract (and Retain) Millennials
By Sean Peek | November 02, 2023

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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Everything You Need to Know About Hiring Foreign Nationals
By Skye Schooley | November 02, 2023

Learn what a foreign national is, how to hire foreign workers and why you should consider hiring them.

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Would You Hire Someone Who Didn’t Go to College?
By Jennifer Post | November 02, 2023

Is having a higher education essential to being a good employee? Not necessarily. Here is what hiring managers should consider.

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Striking a Chord: The Hidden Business Lessons in These Hit Songs
By Mike Berner | November 02, 2023

Entrepreneurs and business owners can learn some valuable lessons from the lyrics of hit songs by Beyoncé, Frank Sinatra and more.

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What Does a Great Customer Experience Look Like Now?
By Jennifer Dublino | November 02, 2023

Customer expectations have changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To stay competitive, be sure to provide the level of service that customers expect now.

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Time-Zone Mania: How to Deal With Geodiversity
By Skye Schooley | November 02, 2023

Employing a global workforce can give your company advantages, but your business will also have to deal with the downsides of working across time zones.

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Understanding Functions in PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | November 02, 2023

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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Is Your SBA Loan in Default? Forgiveness Is Possible
By Jason Milleisen | November 02, 2023

Defaulting on an SBA loan is serious; you can face bank levies, wage garnishment and foreclosure. But some cases allow forgiveness. Learn if you qualify.