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Why It’s Time to Change Your Company’s Dress Code
By Skye Schooley | August 12, 2024

Workforce trends and cultural standards have evolved over the years. Learn how to revise your business's dress code policy to keep up.

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How to Self-Fund Your Business
By Sean Peek | August 12, 2024

While self-funding a business is difficult, it isn’t impossible. Here are important tips for entrepreneurs considering the idea.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses
By Kiely Kuligowski | August 12, 2024

Social media has changed marketing. Learn how to create a social media marketing strategy, what to avoid, and how to ensure successful social media campaigns.

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Communicating Your Compensation Plan to Your Employees
By Kent Plunkett | August 12, 2024

An excerpt from Get Pay Right: How to Achieve Pay Equity That Works

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How Much Does It Cost to Start an Online Business?
By Zac Johnson | August 09, 2024

While expenses to begin an online business vary, here are some common costs you can expect to see with your new venture.

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5 Ways to Get Your Podcast Heard
By Sean Peek | August 08, 2024

Use these five tips to create a better podcast and stand out in this crowded market.

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How to Foster a Culture of Empowered Employees
By Sean Peek | August 08, 2024

Create a work culture that allows employees to understand how their contribution is meaningful. Here are tips to help empower your workers.

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How to Do a Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
By Mark Fairlie | August 07, 2024

Businesses must convince customers their personal data is safe. Run a cybersecurity risk assessment to protect company and customer data.

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How to Provide an Honest and Ethical User Experience
By Sean Peek | August 07, 2024

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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Best Leadership Books for Small Business Owners
By Sean Peek | August 07, 2024

Building your bookshelf is an important step in building your business. These books can help you become a better leader for your company.

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Big Data, Big Problem: Coping With a Shortage of Talent in Data Analysis
By Sean Peek | August 07, 2024

Companies are struggling to find and retain data analytics talent. Find out why there's a shortage of data analysts and what your business can do.

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Traditional vs. Roth IRAs: What SMB Owners Must Know
By Max Freedman | August 05, 2024

SMB owners are responsible for their own nest eggs. Which retirement account should they choose? Compare the pros and cons of traditional and Roth IRAs.

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Pets in the Workplace: Is It a Good or Bad Idea?
By Skye Schooley | August 05, 2024

Some companies allow dogs, cats, birds and even reptiles in the office, but not all businesses can. Weigh the pros and cons of a pet-friendly office.

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5 Best Construction Estimating Tools
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | August 05, 2024

Accurate estimates are key to your construction business's success. Learn about the top five construction estimating software tools.

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Hyperefficient: Dr. Mithu Storoni Shares Productivity Brain Hacks
By Jane Meggitt | August 05, 2024

Our full Q&A with the author and neuroscience researcher.

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How to Attract Customers to Your Restaurant
By Jennifer Dublino | August 02, 2024

Here are several online and offline marketing techniques that you can use to reach more potential customers for your restaurant business.

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5 Ways to Improve Your Office Workflow
By Julie Thompson | August 01, 2024

Make your employees happier and more productive by following these tips for making your business run more efficiently and smoothly.

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Cybercrime to Reach $23 Trillion By 2027: What Can We Do?
By Mark Fairlie | August 01, 2024

Cybercriminals won't ignore you because your business is small. Learn 20 ways to protect a company from a damaging data breach and how to respond to one.

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How to Turn Change Management Into Personal Development
By Sean Peek | August 01, 2024

Work environments are continually changing, and a company can prepare its employees for that. Learn how to support your workers and create better teamwork.

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Square Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | July 31, 2024

Square is a top credit card processor with no fees, low rates and pay-as-you-go terms. Learn why Square is the best credit card processor for startups.

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How to Offer Employee Benefits
By Skye Schooley | July 31, 2024

If you need help with your benefits management process, follow these five steps to get your employee benefits plan up and running.

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A Nonprofit’s Guide to Accounting
By Katharine Paljug | July 31, 2024

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

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Why Growing Employees Is Key to Growing Your Business
By Skye Schooley | July 31, 2024

There's a trend of employees leaving companies, seeking opportunity and upward mobility elsewhere. Here are three tips to prevent employee churn.

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Why You Need to Develop Your Own Unique Product
By Jared Haw | July 31, 2024

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

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Why You Need a SWOT Analysis for Your Business
By Kiely Kuligowski | July 31, 2024

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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Substance Abuse in the Workplace: What to Do When an Employee Returns From Rehab
By Skye Schooley | July 31, 2024

Returning to work is a critical part of recovery for many former addicts. As an employer, learn how you can best support an employee.

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Give Your Brain a Boost: 12 Books Guaranteed to Make You More Intelligent
By John Rampton | July 30, 2024

Looking to improve your business skills – or even your overall intelligence? Check out these 12 books to help you navigate business and life.

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5 Ways Video Can Make Your Content Marketing Strategy More Effective
By Jennifer Dublino | July 30, 2024

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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Tips to Improve Your Social Media Presence
By Jennifer Dublino | July 30, 2024

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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How Business Debt Consolidation Works
By Julie Thompson | July 30, 2024

Learn who should consider debt consolidation and what you need to know before deciding whether business debt consolidation is right for you.