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6 Ways Email Automation Can Elevate Your Customer Support
By Sean Peek | February 19, 2025

Use these strategies to automate your email communications without coming across as cold to your customers.

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What Is Channel Management?
By Jennifer Dublino | February 19, 2025

Channel management is finding the right marketing techniques and sales strategies to reach your target customers. Learn how channel management works.

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Turn Your Genealogy Hobby Into a Side Business
By Chad Brooks | February 19, 2025

Have you ever considered starting a genealogy business? This guide will walk you through the steps of starting a home-based genealogy business.

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Are Chatbots AI? How to Differentiate Chatbots From Conversational AI
By Mark Fairlie | February 19, 2025

Chatbot technology is changing. Here is how businesses can use the tool to create a better customer experience on their websites and more.

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Best Facebook Marketing Strategies: The Latest Tips
By Jennifer Dublino | February 19, 2025

Facebook is the social network with the broadest audience. Make the most of your Facebook business advertising and marketing with these strategies.

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10 Benefits of Paperless Payroll
By Max Freedman | February 19, 2025

Paper checks are going out of favor as more businesses adopt electronic payroll systems. Learn how paperless payroll works and its benefits for employers.

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Just Say No: 10 Website Design Mistakes That Can Hurt Conversion
By Amanda Hoffman | February 19, 2025

When someone lands on your website, you have less than a second to make a conversion. Here are design elements that can hurt your business.

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Turn It Up: Aggressive Marketing Strategies for Startups in Any Industry
By Jennifer Dublino | February 19, 2025

If you've got a product ready to go, how do you market it so that you can sell as many as possible in a short time? Learn some strategies here.

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Common Payroll Discrepancies and How to Fix Them
By Sean Peek | February 19, 2025

These are the most important steps you can take to prevent payroll discrepancies and, if they do occur, how to fix them.

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Tips for Setting Better Business Goals
By Simone Johnson | February 19, 2025

Business goals provide direction for your company and can motivate your team to reach milestones. Learn about the goal-setting process and types of goals.

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Article
International Business Etiquette From Around the World
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | February 19, 2025

Get advice from international business owners and experts on business etiquette and customs for Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and North America.

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Nextiva vs. Ooma Office: How Do They Compare?
By Nicole Fallon | February 19, 2025

Nextiva and Ooma are comprehensive business phone systems. Learn how their features and pricing compare so you can choose the best one for your business.

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Article
Salesforce vs. monday Comparison
By Sean Peek | February 19, 2025

Salesforce and monday are both great companies with excellent reputations and similar feature sets. However, there are a few distinct differences.

Article
Food Truck Tech: What You Need to Know
By Sean Peek | February 18, 2025

Food trucks are staying competitive with the latest apps and technology.

Article
11 Most Effective Apps for Internal Communication
By Sean Peek | February 18, 2025

The best internal communication tools help remote and in-office teams improve their relationships and workflows. See our top picks.

Article
10 Ways to Empower Your Employees
By Skye Schooley | February 18, 2025

If you're looking for new ways to empower your employees, here are some essential tips to get you started.

Review
BambooHR Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | February 18, 2025

BambooHR software facilitates effective employee recruitment, hiring and onboarding. Learn about BambooHR's applicant-tracking system and other features.

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How to Build a Sales Team at Scale
By Sean Peek | February 18, 2025

Do you need inside sales, field sales or both? Here are tips on how to identify the background and experience you require so that you have the right sales reps.

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How to Measure ROI for Digital Marketing Campaigns (and When You Shouldn’t)
By Adam Uzialko | February 18, 2025

Find out how to measure return on investment for digital marketing, when to do so and tips for optimizing your business’s marketing ROI.

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Small Business 401(k) Plans: What to Know About Employee Retirement Plans
By Jennifer Dublino | February 18, 2025

Learn the ins and outs of 401(k) plans to make sure you comply and help your employees save as much as possible.

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Bloomfire CMO: Outpace Your Competitors With Customer Insights (Full Q&A)
By Antonio Ferme | February 14, 2025

Dan Stradtman explains the importance of knowing your customers with the data to prove it.

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Why Your E-Commerce Marketing Campaign Failed
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | February 14, 2025

Learn the most common reasons why most e-commerce marketing campaigns fail.

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Should You Offer Equity as Compensation?
By Nicole Fallon | February 14, 2025

Equity compensation is a strategy used to improve a business’s cash flow. Instead of a full salary, the employee is given a partial stake in the company.

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Credit Card Receivables Financing Guide
By Jennifer Dublino | February 14, 2025

Credit card receivables are a vital short-term financing source. Learn how to leverage your credit card receivables to get cash for your business quickly.

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C-Suite Job Titles: What Do They Really Mean?
By Adam Uzialko | February 13, 2025

New C-suite job titles can be confusing. Here's a breakdown of traditional and modern C-suite roles and why job titles must adapt to a changing workforce.

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Email Design Guide (With Examples)
By Jennifer Dublino | February 13, 2025

Email is a critical marketing tool. Discover how to design your own in this complete guide that includes best practices and campaign examples.

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Connecteam Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | February 13, 2025

Connecteam is one of the best time and attendance systems. See features, pricing, plans and more details.

Review
Paychex PEO Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | February 13, 2025

Paychex offers extensive, in-depth PEO services in benefits administration, risk management, human resources and payroll. This national company operates in all 50 states and offers fully up-to-date...

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20 Ways to Build a Quality Email List
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 13, 2025

Your email list can make or break your email marketing campaign. Learn how to get quality subscribers and find great email marketing software.

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What Is Secure Remote Access?
By Nicole Fallon | February 13, 2025

Secure remote access allows employees and IT personnel to safely connect to and manage another user's desktop from a different location.