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The Slinky Was Originally Designed for Navy Warships
By Ali Saleh | October 16, 2024

“A spring, a spring, a marvelous thing!”

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Don’t Let Politics Divide Your Workforce
By Business.com Editorial Staff | October 16, 2024

9 to 5 is for green, not red and blue.

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Robert Irvine’s Advice to Get Your Business Cooking
By Maya Afilalo | October 16, 2024

The Food Network host and Overcoming Impossible author shares his tips on scaling up with the right mindset.

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It’s a Big World After All: Should American Businesses Say Goodbye Globalization?
By Jane Meggitt | October 16, 2024

An interview with author Elisabeth Braw

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Why The Cure for Burnout Takes Self-Work, Not Only Less Work
By Antonio Ferme | October 16, 2024

A Q&A with Emily Ballesteros

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How Stuckey’s Chair Rebuilt an American Snack Empire (Full Q&A)
By Dawn Allcot | October 16, 2024

A Q&A with Stephanie Stuckey

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The Dangers of Scaling Your Startup Too Fast (Full Q&A)
By Antonio Ferme | October 16, 2024

An interview with Sail to Scale co-author Mona Sabet

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The Psychology of Choice: How Your Business Can Leverage Customer Decision-Making
By Jamie Johnson | October 16, 2024

The psychology of choice means the more options we have, the less likely we are to make a decision. Learn how to use this to your business's advantage.

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CIO vs. CMO: Who Owns What?
By Jennifer Dublino | October 16, 2024

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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monday.com Email Marketing Review and Pricing
By Sean Peek | October 16, 2024

Monday.com is the ideal service for businesses seeking customizable email templates, workflow automation, calendars, views and helpful analytics tools that make it easy to track campaign requests and...

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Salesforce Marketing Cloud Review and Pricing
By Sean Peek | October 16, 2024

Salesforce Marketing Cloud is perfect for larger businesses looking to invest in their email marketing strategy and manage bigger accounts. The system is built on Salesforce's renowned CRM platform,...

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GoDaddy POS Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | October 16, 2024

GoDaddy is a powerhouse platform for e-commerce businesses. It has multiple POS plans that can be used to build websites and online stores, track sales and customer data, and accept in-person, online...

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10 Principles of Success: Quotes to Inspire From Jim Rohn
By Sean Peek | October 16, 2024

Looking for entrepreneurial inspiration? Check out these quotes from motivational teacher Jim Rohn and other successful entrepreneurs.

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Take Your Restaurant to the Next Level: 13 Tips for Busy Owners
By Mark Fairlie | October 16, 2024

Opening your restaurant is only the first step. Embrace these strategies to keep your food establishment thriving.

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The Best CRM Software of 2024
By Mark Fairlie | October 16, 2024

This buying guide includes our best picks for CRM software and tips for purchasing the right CRM solution for your small business.

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The Best Fleet Management Services of 2024
By Mark Fairlie | October 16, 2024

Here are the best GPS fleet management services to help you stay on top of your company drivers and their cargo.

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How Do HIPAA Laws Impact Employers (and HIPAA Compliance Checklist)
By Adam Uzialko | October 16, 2024

This guide includes everything employers need to know about HIPAA requirements, as well as a HIPAA compliance checklist.

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Best Business Phone Systems for Restaurants
By Jessica Elliott | October 16, 2024

Compare the best business phone systems for restaurants. We highlight the top features and differences based on user testing, reviews and more.

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How to Find Anyone’s Business Email Address
By Julie Thompson | October 15, 2024

Some businesses don’t post their email address anymore to avoid filling up their inbox. But you can still find that email address. Here's how.

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The Best Business Phone Systems of 2024
By Jessica Elliott | October 15, 2024

Our team of experts has compared the best small business phone systems for 2024. See up-to-date comparisons, reviews and costs for the top-rated services.

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The Best Accounting and Invoice-Generating Software for 2024
By Mike Berner | October 15, 2024

Our team has compared the best accounting software. See up-to-date comparisons, reviews and costs for the top-rated accounting programs.

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How to Write a Company History
By Skye Schooley | October 15, 2024

A well-written company history on your website can do wonders in attracting customers to your brand. Here is how to write one.

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The Best Time of the Year to Take Vacation
By Jennifer Post | October 15, 2024

Don't waste your time off. Plan to make the most of your vacation without leaving a disaster at work.

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8 Ways to Resolve Conflict Between Your Sales and Marketing Teams
By Julie Thompson | October 15, 2024

Sales and marketing teams don't always see eye to eye due to conflicting goals. Learn how to resolve sales and marketing conflicts and foster collaboration.

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9 Elements of a Successful Financial Plan for a Small Business
By Jamie Johnson | October 15, 2024

Improve your chances of growth and success by covering these bases in your financial plan.

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Your Best Asset: The Power of Customer Loyalty and Its Significance
By Max Freedman | October 15, 2024

Attracting and retaining customers is crucial for a business' long-term growth. Learn why customer loyalty is critical and how to build and maintain it.

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The Best Employee Monitoring Software of 2024
By Skye Schooley | October 15, 2024

We've narrowed down the best employee monitoring software for businesses. Check out our best picks and reviews.

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The Best Accounting Software for Restaurants in 2024
By Mike Berner | October 14, 2024

This article reviews the best accounting and invoicing software providers for restaurants.