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The Pros and Cons of Offering Money-Back Guarantees
By Sean Peek | August 04, 2026
Money-back guarantees come with pros and cons, so it's important to evaluate both sides before implementing such a policy.
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Super Sales Strategies: Quick Tips for Upselling and Cross-Selling
By Sean Peek | August 04, 2026
Learn how to boost your sales by mastering upselling and cross-selling with these 10 easy steps.
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What Is an Auto-Dialer?
By Shannon Flynn | August 04, 2026
Auto-dialers use software that automatically calls phone numbers. They are used in industries ranging from healthcare to sales and can help your business cut costs and boost productivity.
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PEO vs. EOR vs. HR Software: Which Option Is Best for Your Small Business?
By Chad Brooks | August 04, 2026
If you’re not an HR expert, all these acronyms are enough to make your head spin. This guide demystifies PEOs, EORs and HR software.
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Candidate Ghosting: Why It Happens and How to Prevent It
By Adam Uzialko | August 04, 2026
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Worldpay Review
By Max Freedman | August 04, 2026
Worldpay is a strong payment processing choice for retailers, businesses building customer loyalty programs and businesses dealing in multiple currencies.
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Best Freelancer Websites for Finding Developers
By Mark Fairlie | August 03, 2026
Finding good help can be hard these days, especially in the development and engineering world.
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GoDaddy POS Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | July 29, 2026
GoDaddy POS offers free software with no monthly fee and a 2.5 percent flat rate. Smart Terminals start at $275, with lower 2.3 percent rates on the Plus plan.
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OnDeck Review
By Matt D’Angelo | July 27, 2026
OnDeck offers fast term loans and lines of credit for fair-credit borrowers, but average APRs near 56% can make it a pricey option. Learn more in this review.
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Business Credit Card Fees Explained
By Adam Uzialko | July 23, 2026
Learn which business credit card fees matter most, how much they typically cost and which charges you can often avoid with the right card and payment habits.
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Why You Should Verify Your Brand on Social Media
By Natalie Hamingson | July 23, 2026
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How to Use Email and SMS Marketing Together for Maximum Impact
By Adam Uzialko | July 23, 2026
Email and SMS aren’t competing channels; when used together strategically, they create a powerful multi-channel marketing approach that drives better engagement and sales.
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Cold Calling Techniques
By undefined | July 23, 2026
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Guide to Compensation Management
By Jennifer Dublino | July 23, 2026
A thoughtful compensation strategy helps you attract top talent, retain great employees and stay competitive.
Review
Time Doctor Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | July 20, 2026
Time Doctor boosts productivity by 22% with features like task tracking, distraction alerts, and screen recording but lacks phone support and GPS tracking.
Review
SurePayroll Review and Pricing
By Matt D’Angelo | July 20, 2026
Our SurePayroll review covers 2026 pricing, plans, features and support to help you decide if this Paychex-backed payroll service fits your small business.
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Personal branding strategies: 8 social media networks to use for self-branding
By Jennifer Dublino | July 17, 2026
As a business owner, you and your business are inseparable, so personal branding is a necessity.
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PayPal Credit Card Processing: How to Accept Card Payments With PayPal
By Adam Uzialko | July 16, 2026
PayPal provides an easy way for businesses to accept card and digital payments.
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Review
Squarespace Review and Pricing
By Jeremy Bender | July 16, 2026
Squarespace is a powerful, AI-powered website builder great for e-commerce. See our full review of features, pricing and limitations.
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Month-End Close Checklist for Growing Small Businesses
By Adam Uzialko | July 16, 2026
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How to Calculate Loan Payments
By Mike Berner | July 16, 2026
When considering accepting a business loan, it’s important to develop a repayment plan. Here’s how to calculate loan payments.
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FreshBooks vs. QuickBooks Comparison
By Mike Berner | July 16, 2026
Choosing the right accounting software is critical for managing your business's finances. Here's how FreshBooks and QuickBooks compare.
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Email Marketing Best Practices: How to Avoid Creating an Annoying Campaign
By Andrew Martins | July 16, 2026
Abide by email marketing best practices for more effective and well-received campaigns.
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10 Reasons Every Entrepreneur Needs a Branded Email Address
By Sean Peek | July 16, 2026
An email address that uses your company's name makes a more professional impression.
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Complete Guide to Understanding the Sales Funnel
By David Gargaro | July 16, 2026
Understanding your business’s sales funnel is key to closing more deals.
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Pipedrive Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | July 16, 2026
Business.com’s review of Pipedrive shows why it is our choice as the best CRM for sales automation. Read the review and learn more about its pros and cons.
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From Mall Madness to Sadness: Why Shopping Centers May Soon Be Obsolete
By Jamie Johnson | July 15, 2026
Retail shops must adapt their strategies to survive and thrive in a digital-first economy.
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How to Create a Business Profile on LinkedIn
By Mark Fairlie | July 15, 2026
Connect with potential partners and top talent in your industry.
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Squarespace vs. Wix: Which Website Builder Is Better?
By Jeremy Bender | July 15, 2026