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The Hidden Ways Gender Bias Can Sabotage Recruitment
By Skye Schooley | April 22, 2024

Learn what gender bias looks like and how to avoid it in your hiring process.

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3 Famous Restaurants and Bars That Weren’t Supposed to Be
By Ali Saleh | April 19, 2024

An unexpected origin story adds character.

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Podcaster Jannese Torres Wants to “Level Up Your Dinero”
By Antonio Ferme | April 19, 2024

Our full Q&A with the author of Financially Lit!

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Projects Watches Dials Into What Makes Gen Z Tick (Full Q&A)
By Antonio Ferme | April 19, 2024

An interview with creative director Connor Hudson

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11 Tools for Tracking Your Remote Staff’s Productivity
By Skye Schooley | April 19, 2024

Need to keep a better eye on worker productivity? Here are five tools to tighten your employee tracking.

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4 Ways an Ergonomic Workstation Can Improve Your Productivity
By Julie Thompson | April 19, 2024

Learn how workplace ergonomics can increase productivity and employee happiness.

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How to Make Your Website Mobile-Friendly
By Julie Thompson | April 19, 2024

Learn the importance of mobile-friendly websites and how to make sure your site functions well on mobile devices.

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What Is Lead Scoring?
By Julie Thompson | April 18, 2024

When you rank leads using lead scoring, you can better determine conversion point thresholds and increase sales efficiency. Learn how to score leads.

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How to Make Your CRM Your Company’s Most Flexible Tool
By Mark Fairlie | April 18, 2024

Learn how to choose and implement flexible CRM software for your small business and which systems might work best for your company.

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CRM Adoption, Market Size, and Usage
By Chad Brooks | April 18, 2024
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HR Management Systems Market Report for Small Businesses
By Chad Brooks | April 18, 2024

50% of SMBs use HR software like ADP, but many still rely on manual tools. HR tools improve efficiency, compliance, and retention, but cost is a barrier.

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Zoho CRM Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | April 18, 2024

Zoho CRM is an intuitive platform with features that help businesses struggling with the challenges of expansion. Learn about Zoho's features and pricing.

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Who Are You Hiring? The Shocking Cost of Resume Fraud
By Skye Schooley | April 17, 2024

Find out what resume fraud is, how it may impact your small business, and how to spot it.

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15 Retail Marketing Strategies to Better Market Your Store
By Sean Peek | April 11, 2024

Learn the 4 Ps of marketing and see top strategies and platforms for retailers.

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How to Start Budget Planning for Your Business
By Sean Peek | April 11, 2024

Business owners need budgets to help them manage money and meet financial goals. Learn how and why to start budget planning for your business.

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PEO Software: How to Choose the Best One for Your Business
By Joshua Stowers | April 10, 2024

Choosing the best PEO software means understanding the HR functions PEOs provide your small business. Learn about the best PEOs and what they offer.

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How Hiring a Chief Happiness Officer Can Save Your Business
By Skye Schooley | April 10, 2024

Employee happiness is a key component of business success. Learn what a chief happiness officer is and how one can benefit your company.

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POS Systems for Small Construction Businesses
By Donna Fuscaldo | April 10, 2024

With a POS system installed on your phone or tablet, you can accept payments on the job, send digital receipts, and accurately record payment details.

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15 Essential POS System Features for Your Retail Business
By Jennifer Dublino | April 10, 2024

POS systems come with numerous features, but your retail business may not need them all. Learn the top 15 POS system features for your retail business.

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Small Business Statistics: The Most Interesting Data of 2025
By Mike Berner | April 10, 2024

This list of small business statistics provides a snapshot of the most important business trends

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What Is an Auto-Dialer?
By Shannon Flynn | April 10, 2024

Auto-dialing software has been around for some time, but it can be confusing to the average person. Here's how it can be a game-changer for businesses.

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Dan Lyons on “The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut”
By Lauren Vino | April 10, 2024

Silence is golden.

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18 Video Conferencing Etiquette Tips for Presenters and Attendees
By Karina Fabian | April 10, 2024

Video conferences can be effective virtual meetings or a waste of time and resources. Learn 18 tips for more productive and enjoyable video conferences.

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Cisco Phone System Review and Pricing
By Chad Brooks | April 10, 2024

Cisco's phone systems are best for enterprises because they are available as on-premises or cloud-hosted solutions and can support thousands of employees. All of Cisco's systems can be configured...

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NetSuite Accounting Software Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | April 10, 2024

Oracle NetSuite is a popular cloud-based ERP used by more than 40,000 organizations worldwide. It offers a comprehensive suite of integrated business management solutions.

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Zoho Books Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | April 10, 2024

Zoho Books is an accounting solution that uses automation to make managing business finances easier. Learn about Zoho's features, integrations and more.

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Freshworks CRM Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | April 10, 2024

Freshworks CRM is a comprehensive solution with extensive analytics tools and sales features. Learn why Freshworks is the best CRM for sales managers.

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FreshBooks Accounting Software Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | April 10, 2024

FreshBooks is cloud-based accounting software that's ideal for invoice creation. Learn how businesses use FreshBooks for accounting, including custom invoicing.

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It’s Not All Paperwork: How Does HR Really Spend Their Time?
By Skye Schooley | April 09, 2024

Find out how an HR department can handle important personnel aspects of your business, including recruiting, payroll, and benefits.

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VoIP vs. Landlines
By Mark Fairlie | April 09, 2024

VoIP and landline are options for your business phone system needs. Learn the pros and cons of each and how to choose the right communication solution.