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North Payments Review
By Mike Berner | July 25, 2025

North Payments offers fast approval and easy setup for high-risk businesses, with free equipment, next-day funding and a user-friendly portal.

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Nonprofit Accounting: A Complete Guide to Accounting for Nonprofits
By Katharine Paljug | July 25, 2025

Nonprofit organizations have specific accounting regulations and requirements. Learn what nonprofits need to know about accounting.

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SWOT Analysis Guide for Businesses
By Kiely Kuligowski | July 25, 2025

SWOT ― which stands for “strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats” ― is a type of analysis that helps you develop your business strategy.

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Why You Need to Develop Your Own Unique Product
By Jared Haw | July 25, 2025

If you sell products that anyone can get from other merchants, you'll never become a leader in your market. Here's how to develop unique products instead.

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How to Increase Productivity in the Workplace
By Sean Peek | July 25, 2025

Use these tools and approaches to boost productivity and efficiency in your office – and find out what to avoid.

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4 Marketing Hacks to Help You Attract the Right Investors
By Jennifer Dublino | July 25, 2025

Marketing strategy is a crucial aspect of landing investors. Use your marketing skills to identify, message and pitch potential business investors.

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How to Handle a Business Lawsuit
By Mark Fairlie | July 25, 2025

Business owners are vulnerable to lawsuits. Learn common lawsuit types, as well as how to handle a lawsuit, deal with insurance, and protect your company.

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Funding Woes, Be Gone: 10 Ways to Minimize Your Startup Costs
By Jennifer Dublino | July 25, 2025

Minimize startup costs by following tips like working from home, outsourcing strategically, negotiating with suppliers, and improving cash flow management.

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Zoho Assist Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | July 25, 2025

Zoho Assist is cloud-based remote desktop software with no installation required, TLS 1.2 and AES 256-bit encryption and affordable pay-as-you-go pricing plans.

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How to Choose a Job Title
By Skye Schooley | July 24, 2025

Learn how to pick job titles for your employees, common job titles and levels, the legal considerations to follow and why job titles matter.

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13 Ways to Repurpose Your Blog Content for More Traffic
By Mark Fairlie | July 24, 2025

Refreshing and repurposing blog posts can improve your site ranking, create more value, and attract new audiences. Learn how to repurpose your blog content.

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The Truth Behind Stock Photos: What Works and What Doesn’t
By Jennifer Dublino | July 24, 2025

The stock images companies use are often not very good. Take advantage of alternatives to help your content perform better.

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Is Getting an MBA Worth It?
By Jamie Johnson | July 24, 2025

An MBA isn't as popular or necessary as it once was. Find out why – and whether it's still worth it for your career path.

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Working as a Team: The Importance of Teamwork in the Workplace
By Sean Peek | July 24, 2025

Follow these essential tips to boost your company's bottom line and overall communication through teamwork.

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The Netflix Business Model: What to Learn From Netflix’s Industry Disruption
By Mark Fairlie | July 24, 2025

Netflix's digital disruption shows how embracing innovation, customer data and adaptability can help businesses outpace competitors and reshape industries.

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Tips for Encouraging Innovation in the Workplace
By Alex Goryachev | July 24, 2025

Innovation should be a priority in an organization. Learn how to facilitate the process and what mistakes to avoid.

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How to Use Video Content Marketing More Effectively
By Jennifer Dublino | July 24, 2025

Video can boost your marketing strategy and increase leads, user engagement and sales. Learn how to incorporate video into your marketing strategy.

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Personal Branding Strategies: 8 Social Media Networks to Use for Self Branding
By Jennifer Dublino | July 24, 2025

Personal branding can help you in your current business and in the future. Start building your personal brand with these 11 social media platforms.

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How Do Staffing Agencies Work?
By Patrick Proctor | July 24, 2025

Staffing agencies are a great way to find temporary workers. See if this is right for your business.

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Does Your Sex Life Influence Your Productivity? Oh, YES
By Sean Peek | July 24, 2025

If you're feeling less than productive at work, your sex life could be to blame. Learn how sex, productivity and your health are linked.

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PowerShell: Everything You Need to Know
By Sean Peek | July 24, 2025

What is PowerShell? Microsoft PowerShell is a powerful administrative tool that can help you automate tasks for your computer and network.

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Cybersecurity for Small Business: A Guide to Plans, Cyberattacks & Cyber Insurance
By Mark Fairlie | July 24, 2025

Learn how to develop a cybersecurity plan that prevents or stops cyberattacks before they harm your business.

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Know Your Customers: How Different Generations Prefer to Pay
By Sean Peek | July 23, 2025

Each generation has unique payment preferences, from Gen Z’s mobile payments to boomers’ credit cards. Top POS systems support these preferences.

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International Market Expansion: The Benefits of Global Expansion
By Mark Fairlie | July 23, 2025

Global expansion means expanding your business overseas. Learn the benefits of going global and what steps to take for international market expansion.

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Rosabeth Moss Kanter’s Management Theory Explained
By Sean Peek | July 23, 2025

Rosabeth Moss Kanter's management theory, six keys to positive change and Kanter's Law can benefit your company. Learn how to apply Kanter's principles.

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Zendesk Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | July 23, 2025

Zendesk is a full-featured CRM with tools to optimize sales, marketing and customer service team performance. Learn about Zendesk's features and pricing.

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6 Ways Yoga Can Improve Productivity at Work
By Chad Brooks | July 23, 2025

Incorporating yoga into the daily work routine increases productivity. Here is why regular yoga practice can help your business.

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Being the Boss: Pros and Cons of Being a Manager
By Jennifer Post | July 23, 2025

Being a boss comes with challenges and hardships. Learn the downsides of being the boss and tips to reduce the stress of managing others.

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Make It Memorable: Tips for Creating an Effective Brand Name
By Jennifer Dublino | July 23, 2025

Your brand's name is the foundation for all your future marketing and sales communications. Follow these tips to make it the best possible brand name.

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Deal Desk Guide for Businesses
By Mark Fairlie | July 22, 2025

Deal desks are specialized sales teams focused on high-value deals. Learn the pros and cons of deal desks and how to utilize them to drive sales.