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Hyperefficient: Dr. Mithu Storoni Shares Productivity Brain Hacks
By Jane Meggitt | August 05, 2024

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Funding Woes, Be Gone: 10 Ways to Minimize Your Startup Costs
By Jennifer Dublino | July 29, 2024

Minimize your costs by following these tips.

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9 HR Basics for Any Small Business
By Vanessa Johnson | July 26, 2024

Learn some human resources basics to ensure your business successfully recruits and retains employees and stays legally compliant.

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Workplace Bullying: How to Identify and Handle It
By Skye Schooley | July 26, 2024

Learn how to recognize bullying in the workplace and strategies for handling inappropriate treatment.

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5 Ways to Increase Business Productivity
By Sean Peek | July 26, 2024

Use these tools and approaches to boost productivity and efficiency in your office – and find out what to avoid.

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What Is Professional Liability Insurance?
By David Gargaro | July 26, 2024

An insurance policy that service-related businesses need is professional liability insurance. Learn about what it covers and protects against.

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How the Self-Employed Can Make Roth IRA Contributions
By Jennifer Dublino | July 26, 2024

This guide explains how self-employed people can make Roth IRA contributions to save for their retirement.

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How the Best Companies Develop Better Employees
By Melissa Powell | July 25, 2024

Developing great employees starts with addressing their needs as professionals. Here's how to support their goals and keep them at your company.

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Are Stock Photos Still Worth Using in 2025?
By Jennifer Dublino | July 25, 2024

The stock images companies use are often not very good. Take advantage of alternatives to help your content perform better.

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Being a Good Co-Worker Makes the Workplace Better
By Mark Fairlie | July 25, 2024

While business owners and managers are responsible for creating a great work environment, you can contribute by being a good co-worker. Learn how.