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Why Brand Ambassadors Could Be Your Best Marketing Strategy
By Jennifer Dublino | October 21, 2024

Having employees act as brand ambassadors is a low-cost way to increase your company's marketing reach and engagement significantly. Here's how to do it.

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How to Apply for a Business Credit Card as a Sole Proprietor
By Andrew Martins | October 21, 2024

Sole proprietors can use a business credit card to build credit, earn rewards and even out cash flow. Learn how to improve your chances of qualifying.

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The Best Business Uses of Microsoft Word
By Jennifer Post | October 18, 2024

Microsoft Word lets you share documents, create templates, and collaborate with your team. Learn about the other business uses for Microsoft Word.

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How to Celebrate National Women’s Small Business Month
By Mona Bushnell | October 18, 2024

October is National Women's Small Business Month, which means it's time to celebrate women-owned businesses everywhere.

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Craveworthy Brands CEO Takes a Bite Out of High Fast-Food Prices [Full Q&A]
By Antonio Ferme | October 18, 2024

An interview with Gregg Majewski

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Cox Business Internet Review and Pricing
By Chad Brooks | October 17, 2024

Cox Communications is an internet service provider that serves businesses of all sizes in 17 states across the U.S. It has internet services for small, mid-sized and enterprise-sized organizations.

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Why You Should Advertise on Podcasts
By Jennifer Dublino | October 17, 2024

Podcast advertising can be a cost-effective marketing solution that earns listener trust. Learn why advertising on podcasts works and how to get started.

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A Coffee Connoisseur’s Guide to Pairing Tastes and Tasks
By Dan Ketchum | October 16, 2024

A curated selection of delectable beans and the office tasks they best accompany.

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RingCentral vs. Vonage: Business Phone System Comparison
By Nicole Fallon | October 16, 2024

RingCentral and Vonage are robust business phone systems. Learn how their features and pricing compare so you can choose the best option for your business.

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Article
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 undefined | 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.

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

Salesforce Marketing Cloud Email Studio starts at $400/month with enterprise automation, AI personalization, and seamless CRM integration for large businesses.

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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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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.

Review
SurePayroll Review and Pricing
By Matt D’Angelo | October 14, 2024

SurePayroll handles payroll tax management automatically for $29.99 per month plus $4 per employee, backed by Paychex with unlimited payroll run capability.

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7 High-Quality and Low-Cost LMS Applications for Employee Skill Development
By Jamie Johnson | October 11, 2024

The right learning management system (LMS) can strengthen employees and your company. Here are some LMS applications to consider.

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Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Technology Leads to New Opportunities
By Jamie Johnson | October 11, 2024

Technology plays a huge role in the success of your business. Learn more about how.

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The Pros and Cons of Outsourced Customer Service
By Marisa Sanfilippo | October 11, 2024

If you're too busy to handle customer service, you may consider outsourcing. Before outsourcing customer service to a call center, learn the pros and cons.

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StretchLab President on Franchise’s Flexible Model [Full Q&A]
By Tess Barker | October 10, 2024

An interview with fitness exec Verdine Baker

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How to Create and Write Your Business’s First E-Book
By Chris Christoff | October 10, 2024

Here are the benefits of creating an e-book for your business, and how you can create one, step by step.

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Better Together: Making Magic Between Big Companies and Startups
By Mark Fairlie | October 10, 2024

Startups and enterprises can complement each other by collaborating. Learn how large and small players can overcome issues and work together.

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Business Decision-Making: Gut Instinct or Hard Data?
By Sean Peek | October 10, 2024

When it comes to business, your decisions matter. But it's important to recognize whether your choices are based on intuition or emotions.

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How to Be an Inspirational Leader
By Sean Peek | October 09, 2024

Want to become a more inspirational leader? Here is what you need to do.

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Asset Management for Your Construction Firm: 8 Tips for Success
By Mark Fairlie | October 07, 2024

Learn valuable tips for managing assets for your construction business.