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Use Role-Playing to Engage Your Sales Force
By Mark Fairlie | March 01, 2023

Sales skills can be taught, and role-playing is a great way to improve them. Here are tips and examples to incorporate role-playing into your training.

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A Guide to Environmental Issues in the Workplace
By Sean Peek | February 28, 2023

Environmental issues in the workplace are a growing concern. Learn how to manage these five common workplace environmental issues.

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Supply Chain Finance or Invoice Factoring: Which Is Better for Managing Cash Flow?
By Sean Peek | February 28, 2023

How to assess if supply chain finance is right for your business or if invoice factoring would work better for your company’s needs?

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How to Compress Photos
By Bennett Conlin | February 28, 2023

Compressing photos is easy. Learn how to compress JPEG images using a few simple tools.

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Dose of Motivation: 52 Inspirational Quotes About Success by Influential CEOs
By Alan Rabinowitz | February 28, 2023

Here are 52 inspirational quotes and business advice from uber-successful CEOs you won’t want to miss.

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Why Responding to All Your Online Reviews Is Critical
By Jennifer Dublino | February 22, 2023

Online reviews are an important part of your small business's reputation. It's also important to respond to every review you receive, positive or negative.

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Decision Support Systems Applications and Uses
By Mark Fairlie | February 21, 2023

Entrepreneurs and managers use decision support systems to help them understand and evaluate what choices are available to them. Here’s what you should know.

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Management Theory of Henry Gantt
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023
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The Management Theory of Peter Drucker: Key Terms
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023
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Breaking into the Film and Television Industries
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023

So you want to be an actor. Or maybe a producer. What about an editor? Here's what you need to know about getting into the entertainment industry.

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Management Theory of Henri Fayol
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Learn how small businesses can use Henri Fayol's management theory to improve management and increase efficiency.

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8 Branches of Business Management
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Business management helps a company function and achieve goals. Here's what you need to know about each of its eight main sectors.

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Benefits of Using an Order Fulfillment Service
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Learn how outsourcing your e-commerce business's order fulfillment needs can streamline operations, save time and conserve resources.

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The Dropbox Effect: How to Utilize the Lean Startup Methodology
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

The lean startup technique is a three-step approach designed to help companies improve their decision-making in order to reach a broader market.

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To Infinity and Beyond: Harnessing the Power of Positive Thinking
By Jennifer Post | February 21, 2023

Your mindset can determine whether your company succeeds. Learn the benefits of embracing positive thinking.

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In Pursuit of Profit: Applications and Uses of Break-Even Analysis
By Simone Johnson | February 21, 2023

A break-even analysis helps you identify how much your business must sell to recoup costs. Learn how to use it to make smart decisions for your business.

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The Death of the Workday: Is 9-to-5 Working Obsolete?
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 2023

While a 9-to-5 workday used to be standard, today's freelancing and remote work trends are causing a shift. Learn the pros and cons of working 9 to 5.

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Renewable Resources: The Impact of Green Energy on the Economy
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

Green energy is good for the planet, but it also affects businesses and the economy. Learn why some countries are shifting toward renewable resources.

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The Face of Your Brand: Product Label Design Tips to Help You Attract Customers
By Julie Thompson | February 21, 2023

Product packaging, including the materials used and the color palette, can give you a competitive edge. Follow these strategies to attract customers.

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The Rule of 9’s: Will Charm Pricing Work for Your Business?
By Kimberlee Leonard | February 21, 2023

Don't leave your pricing strategy to guesswork. Charm pricing has been proven to lift sales, but will it work for you? Read on to learn more.

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Welcome to the Big Leagues: At What Point Are You No Longer a Startup?
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

How do you know your business has passed the startup stage? Find out the key signs here.

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Shake It Up: Industries That Are Ready for Disruption 
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Learn how to identify industries that are ready for disruption and which markets are being shaken up.

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Never Giving Up: 9 Successful Entrepreneurs Who Failed at Least Once 
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

Learn how some of the most successful entrepreneurs bounced back from rejection – and how you can too.

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Better Than Coffee: 10 Podcasts That Will Inspire Your Mornings
By Jamie Johnson | February 21, 2023

Here are the best podcasts that business owners should listen to for daily inspiration and entrepreneurial advice.

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Make ‘Em Smile: What Drives Successful Customer Satisfaction?
By Sean Peek | February 21, 2023

What do consumers want in their experience with companies? This is how your business can ensure great customer service.

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Small Business Blogging: 6 Reasons It Works and Tips for Execution
By Jennifer Post | February 21, 2023

Learn six reasons why you need to start a blog for your small business, and how to do it right.

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5 High-Quality and Low-Cost LMS Applications for Employee Skill Development
By Chad Brooks | February 21, 2023

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

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Industries That Take Full Advantage of the Subscription Business Model
By Kimberlee Leonard | February 21, 2023

See how specific industries have taken advantage of the subscription model. Learn subscription model benefits and tips for using it in your business.

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How Well Do You Handle Change? The Benefits of Being Adaptable
By Julie Thompson | February 21, 2023

How well do you handle change? The benefits of being adaptable in the workplace are innumerable. See the advantages and get adaptability tips.

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Build Your List: How to Get People to Subscribe to Your Blog
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

Getting people to subscribe to your blog moves them down the sales funnel toward becoming a customer. Learn how to increase your blog subscriber list.