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5 Restaurant Employee Scams That Will Cost Your Business Big
By Mona Bushnell | November 07, 2023

Learn how five top restaurant employee-theft scams work. We'll show you how to stop losing money to employee theft and retake control of your restaurant.

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5 Cringey Brand Fails on Social Media
By Julie Thompson | November 07, 2023

See these embarrassing social media screw-ups from major companies and social media marketing best practices so you don't make the same mistakes.

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Important Tax-Saving Tips for Small Business Owners
By Dachondra Cason | November 07, 2023

With new tax laws taking effect, follow these best practices to ensure your business is well positioned come tax time.

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10 Small Business Grants for Minorities
By Adam Uzialko | November 07, 2023

Business grants help provide free funding to minority business owners. Check out the most updated list of minority business and how to apply.

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Need a Loan? Lending Trends That Are Increasing Your Chances of Getting Funds
By Donna Fuscaldo | November 07, 2023

From tighter lending criteria to the rise of payment processors, many changes are underway in small business lending.

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Salesforce CRM vs. Zoho CRM
By Mark Fairlie | November 07, 2023

Salesforce CRM and Zoho CRM are excellent customer relationship management platforms for sales, marketing and communication. Here's how they compare.

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PR Nightmares: What You Can Learn From the Biggest Business Blunders
By Julie Thompson | November 07, 2023

Business owners can learn a lot from PR mistakes made by some of the biggest companies. Here are a few key public relations lessons.

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Why Personal Branding Is Crucial for Any Industry
By Chad Brooks | November 07, 2023

Entrepreneurs who communicate their expertise and vision are creating a personal brand. Learn how personal branding can help your sales and operations.

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A Guide to Payroll Forms
By Simone Johnson | November 07, 2023

Managing payroll forms is a necessary part of owning and running a business. Learn about the payroll tax and report forms business owners must understand.

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How to Learn From Your Failures: 4 Valuable Lessons
By Thomas Griffin | November 07, 2023

Failure is inevitable as an entrepreneur, so it’s important to develop a healthy attitude about it. Here are four lessons you can learn from failing.

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Know Your Customers: How Different Generations Prefer To Pay
By Julie Thompson | November 07, 2023

Businesses should understand what payment tools their customers like to use. Learn the methods different demographics favor.

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HR, What’s It Good For?
By Steven Rogelberg | November 07, 2023

Absolutely Everything!

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How to Utilize Big Data for Human Resources
By Skye Schooley | November 07, 2023

Big data can be an effective tool for HR professionals to hire and retain top talent. Learn some smart ways to use big data in human resources.

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Small Business Guide to Hiring a Social Media Manager
By Kiely Kuligowski | November 07, 2023

Are you considering hiring a social media manager for your business? Find out what to look for, where to find one and how much you should pay.

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Mobile Wallet Guide: Google Pay vs. Apple Pay vs. Samsung Pay
By Adam Uzialko | November 07, 2023

Google, Apple and Samsung all offer a mobile wallet service, but which is best for consumers and merchants? Learn about each payment method.

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Get Smart: What Is Business Intelligence, and Why Do You Need It?
By Julie Thompson | November 07, 2023

Business intelligence tools can help your small business decrease costs and operate more efficiently. Learn how you can use BI for data analysis.

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Why Every Brand Should Have a YouTube Channel
By Ron Stefanski | November 07, 2023

YouTube can put your business in front of a global audience and build your brand. Learn why YouTube is necessary and how to succeed on the video platform.

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Do Results-Only Workplaces Really Work?
By Sean Peek | November 07, 2023

Here’s everything you need to know about results-only work environments, and whether it’s right for your business.

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How to Implement Continuous Performance Management
By Jennifer Dublino | November 07, 2023

Continuous performance management can boost morale and improve communication. Learn how to implement continuous performance management in your company.

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CIO vs. CMO: Who Owns What?
By Jennifer Dublino | November 07, 2023

When considering tech purchases for marketing functions, your company may have a conflict between the CIO and the CMO. Who should be in charge?

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Brand Videos: How Much Do They Really Cost?
By Matt Byrom | November 07, 2023

Video content can help small businesses expand their reach and increase engagement. Here's how much it costs to make a brand video.

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Big Data, Big Impact: How Data Improves Your Social Media Marketing
By Mark Fairlie | November 07, 2023

Big data, together with AI, can help you find your target audience and communicate with it more effectively than ever before.

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20 Top Career Paths for Tech Geeks: Which One Is Right for You?
By Mark Fairlie | November 07, 2023

There's a shortage of tech talent in America today. This is a job seekers' market, with wages rising. Learn what positions are needed.

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6 Tips to Improve Your Social Media Presence
By Jennifer Dublino | November 07, 2023

Social media marketing is an effective and affordable way to connect with your target market. Follow these tips to strengthen your social media presence.

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5 Ways to Drastically Cut Business Costs
By Katharine Paljug | November 07, 2023

Small businesses often have slim profit margins. Learn how to cut expenses to boost cash flow, invest in growth and lower prices without impacting revenue.

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Q1 Reflections: Important Ways to Take Stock of the First Quarter
By Sean Peek | November 07, 2023

The most successful businesses set goals and review them quarterly. Find out why setting goals is important and how to evaluate your Q1 goals.

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13 Simple Solutions for Tracking Your Industry’s Trends
By Jamie Johnson | November 07, 2023

Turn to several sources to learn about what's happening within your industry. Learn more to find the right solution for you.

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monday.com HR Software Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | November 07, 2023

Monday.com's employee management system can be used for some HR-related tasks. See the costs and features of each plan.

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Business Insurance Guide
By David Gargaro | November 07, 2023

This guide to business insurance can help you understand the policies available to your small business and determine which policies are right for you.

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2023 HR Management Systems Market Report for Small Businesses
By Chad Brooks | November 07, 2023