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Why Small Businesses Need Online Payment Apps
By Donna Fuscaldo | November 06, 2023

More and more customers prefer to purchase items using online payment apps. Here are the pros and cons of your business offering this method.

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One-Click Purchasing: How Click to Buy Is Revolutionizing E-Commerce
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | November 06, 2023

One-click purchasing allows customers to enter and save contact, shipping and payment information, making buying much easier and cart abandonment less likely.

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How to Calculate Night Shift Differential Pay
By Max Freedman | November 06, 2023

Night shift differential pay applies to employees who don't typically work night shifts. Learn how to calculate and apply night shift differential pay.

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The 5 Most Important KPIs for Warehouses
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | November 06, 2023

Measuring the right metrics can help your business make informed decisions and maximize efficiency within its warehouse operations.

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What Is a Workers’ Comp Ghost Insurance Policy?
By Nicole Urbanowicz | November 03, 2023

Learn what a workers' comp ghost insurance policy is and how it can help your small business, if you meet the requirements.

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What Is Disciplinary Action?
By Sean Peek | November 03, 2023

Disciplinary action is a corrective measure in response to an employee's misconduct or poor performance. Learn how to create a disciplinary action policy.

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How to Build a Microsoft Document Management System
By Mark Fairlie | November 03, 2023

Discover how to build a customized Microsoft document management system for your business with the workflows, security and integrations you want.

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Management Theory of Robert Waterman
By Sean Peek | November 03, 2023

Thomas Peters and Robert Waterman's theory observations developed foundational points for successful organizations.

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Management Theory of Michael Porter
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | November 03, 2023

Michael Porter’s theory can help you build a more competitive management strategy for your business. Here is what you need to know.

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Management Theory of Frederick Herzberg
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | November 03, 2023

Learn how businesses can use Herzberg's motivation theory, also known as the two-factor theory, to better manage their employees.

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Make More Sales With More E-commerce Payment Options
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | November 03, 2023

Completing a payment should be the easiest part of your customer's journey. Try to make it as fast and straightforward as possible for them.

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How Machine Learning Is Boosting Business Growth
By Mark Fairlie | November 03, 2023

Find out how machine learning is transforming business productivity and profitability.

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Outgrowing Your Office Space? Should You Lease or Buy?
By Karina Fabian | November 03, 2023

Here is a list of things to consider before deciding whether to purchase or lease your new office space, including pros and cons of both options.

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How to Keep Customers on Your Site and Boost Sales
By Chris Christoff | November 03, 2023

Your business can't expand without customer loyalty, so it's crucial to create a smooth, efficient user experience on your website.

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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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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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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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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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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.