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What to Do If You Can’t Get a Business Loan
By Donna Fuscaldo | April 11, 2024

Here's what to do if you can't get a business loan, and why being turned away isn't the end of the world.

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15 Retail Marketing Strategies to Better Market Your Store
By Sean Peek | April 11, 2024

Learn the 4 Ps of marketing and see top strategies and platforms for retailers.

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How to Start Budget Planning for Your Business
By Sean Peek | April 11, 2024

Business owners need budgets to help them manage money and meet financial goals. Learn how and why to start budget planning for your business.

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PEO Software: How to Choose the Best One for Your Business
By Joshua Stowers | April 10, 2024

Choosing the best PEO software means understanding the HR functions PEOs provide your small business. Learn about the best PEOs and what they offer.

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Zendesk Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | April 10, 2024

Zendesk is a full-featured CRM with tools to optimize sales, marketing and customer service team performance. Learn about Zendesk's features and pricing.

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How Hiring a Chief Happiness Officer Can Save Your Business
By Skye Schooley | April 10, 2024

Employee happiness is a key component of business success. Learn what a chief happiness officer is and how one can benefit your company.

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POS Systems for Small Construction Businesses
By Donna Fuscaldo | April 10, 2024

With a POS system installed on your phone or tablet, you can accept payments on the job, send digital receipts, and accurately record payment details.

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15 Essential POS System Features for Your Retail Business
By Jennifer Dublino | April 10, 2024

POS systems come with numerous features, but your retail business may not need them all. Learn the top 15 POS system features for your retail business.

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Small Business Statistics: The Most Interesting Data of 2025
By Mike Berner | April 10, 2024

This list of small business statistics provides a snapshot of the most important business trends

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What Is an Auto-Dialer?
By Shannon Flynn | April 10, 2024

Auto-dialing software has been around for some time, but it can be confusing to the average person. Here's how it can be a game-changer for businesses.

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Dan Lyons on “The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut”
By Lauren Vino | April 10, 2024

Silence is golden.

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18 Video Conferencing Etiquette Tips for Presenters and Attendees
By Karina Fabian | April 10, 2024

Video conferences can be effective virtual meetings or a waste of time and resources. Learn 18 tips for more productive and enjoyable video conferences.

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Cisco Phone System Review and Pricing
By Chad Brooks | April 10, 2024

Cisco's phone systems are best for enterprises because they are available as on-premises or cloud-hosted solutions and can support thousands of employees. All of Cisco's systems can be configured...

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NetSuite Accounting Software Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | April 10, 2024

Oracle NetSuite is a popular cloud-based ERP used by more than 40,000 organizations worldwide. It offers a comprehensive suite of integrated business management solutions.

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Zoho Books Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | April 10, 2024

Zoho Books is an accounting solution that uses automation to make managing business finances easier. Learn about Zoho's features, integrations and more.

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Freshworks CRM Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | April 10, 2024

Freshworks CRM is a comprehensive solution with extensive analytics tools and sales features. Learn why Freshworks is the best CRM for sales managers.

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Sage 50 Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | April 10, 2024

Sage Business Cloud Accounting is a cloud-based accounting solution ideal for customizations. Learn how businesses can use Sage to customize integrations.

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FreshBooks Accounting Software Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | April 10, 2024

FreshBooks is cloud-based accounting software that's ideal for invoice creation. Learn how businesses use FreshBooks for accounting, including custom invoicing.

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It’s Not All Paperwork: How Does HR Really Spend Their Time?
By Skye Schooley | April 09, 2024

Find out how an HR department can handle important personnel aspects of your business, including recruiting, payroll, and benefits.

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VoIP vs. Landlines
By Mark Fairlie | April 09, 2024

VoIP and landline are options for your business phone system needs. Learn the pros and cons of each and how to choose the right communication solution.

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How Your Product Packaging Can Win Buyers’ Hearts
By Julie Thompson | April 05, 2024

Find out how product packaging can win over customers, and get tips for successful packaging strategies.

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Great Resignation, Great Regret: Was Quitting Your Job a Big Mistake?
By Dan Ketchum | April 04, 2024

Learn why many employees are wishing they would have stayed put during the Great Resignation.

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10 Ways Employee Monitoring Software Can Benefit Your Remote and In-Office Teams
By Skye Schooley | April 04, 2024

Learn whether employee monitoring software can benefit your business.

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10 HR Interview Questions for Employers
By Skye Schooley | April 04, 2024

Hiring a good HR manager for your business starts with asking the right questions. Check out a list of the best interview questions for HR.

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Pros and Cons of Monitoring Your Employees
By Simone Johnson | April 04, 2024

Employee monitoring can help improve workplace productivity, but employees may feel violated or resentful. Learn the pros and cons of monitoring employees.

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Rippling Payroll Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | April 04, 2024

Rippling's platform has hundreds of integrations and a user-friendly workflow builder. Learn why it's the best payroll system for automating processes.

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What Is Credit Card Processing? The Complete Guide to Credit Card Payments
By Jennifer Dublino | April 04, 2024

Businesses accept credit cards to increase customer satisfaction and boost the bottom line. Learn everything you need to know about credit card processing.

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Is a Four-Day Workweek Right for Your Business?
By Ali Saleh | April 04, 2024

It sounds extreme, but research is backing the four-day workweek.

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What Services Can a PEO Provide for Your Small Business?
By Joshua Stowers | April 04, 2024

What services do PEOs typically offer, and how do they compare to handling them in-house? Learn about PEO HR and PEO health insurance.

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Guide to Merchant Accounts
By Jennifer Dublino | April 04, 2024

If your company wants to accept credit cards, you should know all about merchant accounts and payment facilitators. Here are the essentials.