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From ideation to starting your own business, this section provides expert advice and solutions from entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs.

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Choosing the Right Outsourcing Partner
By Shahid Mansuri | May 23, 2023

Outsourcing is often great for business but it can offer challenges. Learn how to find the right partner to help you grow your company.

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5 Ways to Make Your Business’s Computing Eco-Friendly
By Julie Thompson | May 17, 2023

Learn five ways to improve your bottom line and create a more sustainable business environment by using practices such as cloud-based computing.

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Small Business Guide to Energy Conservation
By Chad Brooks | May 17, 2023

Start your small business energy conservation program today with these immediate, actionable tips.

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What’s a Healthy Level of Business Debt?
By Matt D’Angelo | May 17, 2023

Healthy business debt is often necessary for growth. Learn how to distinguish good and bad business debt and determine a healthy debt amount to carry.

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Resources for Veteran-Owned Businesses
By Chad Brooks | May 17, 2023

Unique resources for veteran-owned businesses. How to start, find funding and gain customers. With tips from successful veteran business owners.

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Should Your Business Customize Its Products?
By Kiely Kuligowski | May 16, 2023

Customized and personalized products are becoming popular as companies gain more access to consumer data. Here is what your business needs to know.

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14 Tools to Track Key Performance Indicators for Your Business
By business.com editorial staff | May 12, 2023

Key performance indicators (KPIs) measure how effective your company is at achieving its goals. Learn how to find the right tools to track your business.

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7 Smart Tips for Evaluating Your Outsourcing Partner
By Jennifer Dublino | May 03, 2023

Outsourcing part of your production process can boost efficiency, save money and help you focus. Learn seven tips for evaluating an outsourcing partner.

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10 Successful Businesses You Didn’t Know Were Run by Women
By Jennifer Dublino | May 03, 2023

Female entrepreneurs own 42 percent of American firms. Check out this list of women-led companies and some great resources for small business owners.

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7 Pain Points Entrepreneurs Should Expect and Embrace
By Sean Peek | May 01, 2023

As an entrepreneur, you have to roll with the punches. Learn how to deal with these common pain points of running a business.

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How to Manage Your Small Business Through a Crisis
By Nabeel Ahmad | April 19, 2023

Here's how you can navigate a crisis successfully and stay in business.

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How to Print Postcards at Home With Word Processing Software
By Max Freedman | April 17, 2023

Creating your own postcards at home is not too difficult. Here is what you need and how to do it.

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What Is Private Labeling, and How Does It Work?
By Stella Morrison | April 17, 2023

Private labeling is growing in popularity, and many businesses can benefit from the technique. Here's everything you need to know.

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6 Steps to Improve Your Organization’s Performance
By Jennifer Dublino | April 17, 2023

Continuous improvement is crucial for businesses. Learn the types of organizational improvements and 6 strategies for improving organizational performance.

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10 Inspiring Entrepreneurs Under 40
By Sean Peek | April 10, 2023

Check out our list of inspiring entrepreneurs under 40 who have paved the way for themselves and many others with successful businesses.

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International Business Etiquette From Around the World
By Sean Peek | April 07, 2023

Business has gone increasingly global throughout the past several decades. Understanding international business etiquette is key to your worldwide success.

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Your Business Failed – Now What?
By Jennifer Dublino | April 06, 2023

Entrepreneurs sometimes face business failure. Learn how to glean lessons from a business failure and what to do to move forward to new ventures.

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Why Entrepreneurship Is So Popular Now
By business.com editorial staff | April 05, 2023

Businesses are booming.

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Do It for Me: The Next Evolution of the On-Demand Economy
By Jamie Johnson | April 03, 2023

Consumers want convenience, which often means they want someone to do something for them on demand. Learn how to take advantage of the DIFM movement.

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How to Take a Vacation as a Small Business Owner
By Laura Spawn | April 03, 2023

Small business owners need vacations to help them achieve a healthy work-life balance. Here's how to keep your business running smoothly while you're away.

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Dizzying Data: What the Rise in Data Complexity Means for Business
By Sean Peek | April 03, 2023

Companies use customer data in their decision-making, but they must know how to wield it properly. Here is the best way to utilize data sources.

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Time Crunch: An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Prioritizing Your Tasks
By Jennifer Post | April 03, 2023

Entrepreneurs often find themselves overburdened with tasks. Learn how to allocate your time and prioritize your tasks.

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What Is Supply Chain Distribution?
By Max Freedman | March 31, 2023

Supply chain distribution is used to balance supply and demand. Learn more about the importance of having a distribution plan for your business.

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Starting an Advertising Agency
By Sean Peek | March 28, 2023

If you have a background in marketing and communications, an advertising agency could be a smart startup option. Here's what you need to know.

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Effective Product Creation: Tips From Seasoned Entrepreneurs
By Jennifer Dublino | March 28, 2023

Many factors can cause a product to flop. Use these expert strategies to avoid disaster and meaningfully increase your product's chance of success.

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Protecting Your Bottom Line From Data Breaches
By Mark Fairlie | March 28, 2023

If customers can't trust you with their data, it will hurt your bottom line. Find out what you need to do to secure your business’s data.

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A Gamble You Can’t Afford to Lose: Finding the Right Materials for Your Product
By Steve Cartier | March 28, 2023

Learn the crucial steps to finding the best materials for your manufactured products.

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10 Scams That Prey on Small Businesses
By Jennifer Dublino | March 28, 2023

Scammers often target small and midsize businesses. Beware of these 10 business-related scams, and learn how to avoid cybercriminals and hackers.

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8 Keys to Upscaling Your Business
By Asim Rais Siddiqui | March 28, 2023

Upscaling your business is a risky decision, but you can minimize those risks with a sustainable business growth strategy. Find out the dos and don'ts here.

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Preparing Your Business Should the Worst Happen
By Jennifer Dublino | March 23, 2023

Various types of disasters can be catastrophic for a business. Learn how to protect your business and handle a disaster if it strikes.