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Why B2B is Really Becoming More Like B2C in the Marketplace
By Mikita Mikado | October 01, 2015

Changes in the B2C market are now bleeding over to the B2B market, too. Here are consumer trends that sales teams should be cognizant of.

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Entrepreneurs Love These 13 Tools for Conducting Market Research
By Scott Gerber | September 30, 2015

Entrepreneurs from YEC were asked what tools they liked for conducting market research.

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Would You Make It on Shark Tank? The Importance of Scalable Business Models
By Steve Joung | September 23, 2015

If you're looking to grow your business, scalability should be your first priority. Lay the foundation to better your growth potential.

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10 Successful Businesses You Didn't Know Were Run by Women
By business.com editorial staff | September 22, 2015

There are 9.9 million women-owned businesses in the United States. These companies bring in an impressive revenue of $233.2 billion.

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Get It Together: 7 Quick Ways to Make Your Business More Organized
By Peter Daisyme | September 15, 2015

Here are seven ways to make your business more efficient while only using a minimum amount of resources.

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Domestic Partner Benefits in the Era of Marriage Equality
By business.com editorial staff | August 31, 2015

Now that same-sex marriage is legal in all 50 states, businesses need to look again at the benefits they are extending to domestic partners.

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5 Tips for Setting Smart Goals in Your Business Plan
By Elaine Slatter | August 26, 2015

When setting goals, if we choose SMART goals, they are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time based.

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How to Get Things Done Anywhere: Top Productivity Hacks From Digital Nomads
By Tomas Laurinavicius | August 21, 2015

Digital nomads share their routines, tools and productivity hacks they use to get things done and stay motivated when traveling.

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C'mon Get Happy: Building an Employee-Centric Environment to Boost Morale and Productivity
By Amy Blackburn | August 19, 2015

Camaraderie with peers—not money—is the No. 1 reason employees will go the extra mile at work. Here’s how to get the best from your team.