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How to Boost Your Email Lead List Through Social Media
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

You can build a lean, more effective email lead list by marketing your product through social media. Here's how.

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Turn Your Genealogy Hobby Into a Side Business
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023

Have you ever considered starting a genealogy business? This guide will walk you through the steps of starting a home-based genealogy business.

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What a Bill of Materials Is and Why You Need One
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

A bill of materials (BOM) keeps quality, procurement and manufacturing teams on the same page. Here's how to create a BOM.

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Pros and Cons of Fitness Trackers for Employees
By Julie Thompson | February 21, 2023

Learn the pros and cons of using fitness trackers for employees at your workplace.

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Talking Shop: How to Build a Sustainable Digital Media Company
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023

Business.com CEO Doug Llewellyn has nearly two decades of experience in digital media. We discussed with him how to build a company for long-term success.

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10 Ways to Reduce Shopping Cart Abandonment
By Megan Totka | February 21, 2023

Here is how you can increase online purchases with techniques that help customers finish their checkout process.

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Why Professional Growth Is Critical to a Successful Career: Talking Shop
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023

Performance expert Bill Eckstrom believes that when you aren't growing, you're stuck in a cycle that eventually leads to stagnation.

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How to Provide an Honest and Ethical User Experience
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

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.

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How to Keep Your Business Out of Bankruptcy
By Matthew Debbage | February 21, 2023

Proper budgeting and cash flow management can help protect your business from bankruptcy. Learn the steps you can take to avoid it.

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Technology Should Enhance Communication
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

How is technology affecting business communication? Discover the risks and benefits of using technology in the workplace.

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How Important Are Job References?
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2023

Employers often ask for job references before making a hiring decision. Here are tips on choosing the right people so you get that position.

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Here’s Why Your Employees Are Ignoring Your Email
By Michael DesRochers | February 21, 2023

Are your emails getting ignored at work? Check out if you're committing one of these email etiquette mistakes and learn how to fix problems.

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Why Your Small Business Needs an IT Partner
By Mark Fairlie | February 21, 2023

Find the right IT partner and your SMB can take advantage of all current and future business technology, improving service, profit and productivity.

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Why Every Company Should Have a Business Savings Account
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 2023

Learn why it makes fiscal sense for your company to have a dedicated business savings account.

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How to Create an Accessible E-Commerce Website
By Nathan Resnick | February 21, 2023

These ADA compliance tips can help you make your e-commerce website accessible for people with disabilities.

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Using Coupons to Drive Engagement and Retention
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Your customers want custom offers. Here's how you can use technology to offer coupons that engage customers and boost your bottom line.

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How to Celebrate National Women’s Small Business Month
By Mona Bushnell | February 21, 2023

October is National Women's Small Business Month, which means it's time to celebrate women-owned businesses everywhere.

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What Happens if You Can’t Repay Your SBA Loan?
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 21, 2023

Learn what happens when you can't pay back your small business loan from the SBA.

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5 Ways to Reduce Your Business’s Carbon Footprint
By Michael Wood | February 21, 2023

Find out what a carbon footprint is, how to reduce your company's environmental impact and why it matters.

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Why Data Integrity Is Crucial for Your Business
By Mark Fairlie | February 21, 2023

Businesses base decisions on their current and future data. To steer a company in the right direction, leaders should maintain data integrity.

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How to Instill More Transparency in Your Business
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

Instilling transparency in your business can boost employee retention, collaboration and productivity. Learn how to be more transparent.

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The Pros and Cons of Hiring a Bookkeeper
By Derek Gallimore | February 21, 2023

Learn the pros and cons of bringing in a bookkeeper to mind your records and accounting documents versus doing it yourself with accounting software.

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Trends That Will Shape Market Segmentation in 2023
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Keep your business competitive by paying attention to these five market segmentation trends that will help you stay ahead of the game.

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A Primer on Timeclock Apps and Your Business
By Andrew Martins | February 21, 2023

The right timeclock app can help you manage your team's efficiency and accountability. Learn how to choose the best one for your business.

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How Women-Owned Businesses Can Use Social Media Marketing
By Ryan Ayers | February 21, 2023

How women-owned companies can highlight their business’s unique features using social media marketing.

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How to Start Budget Planning for Your Business
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

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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How to Apply (and Get Approved) for a Business Loan
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

Applying for a business loan can seem like a daunting task, but following these steps can help you apply and get approved.

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How PEOs Are Behind Companies With the Best Benefits
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2023

The best employees have one thing in common: They want to work for the companies with the best benefits. Learn how PEOs help keep employees happy.

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How to Create a Business Budget, With Free Budget Template
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 2023

Need a free business budget template download? Get it here and learn how to use it to track your monthly and annual business revenue and expenses.

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How to Decide on Your Company’s Fiscal Year
By Catherine vanVonno | February 21, 2023

Choosing when to start a fiscal year may seem minor, but this step can hugely impact your business. Learn the factors that affect your fiscal year's start.