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How to Increase Your Small Business Market Share
By Joshua Stowers | February 02, 2022

Looking to increase your small business market share? Find out how to calculate and improve your share of the market.

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How to Use the Sharing Economy to Benefit Your Business
By Jennifer Post | February 02, 2022

The sharing economy is based on the most efficient use of money and resources. Here's how to use it to benefit your business.

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How to Start a Clothing Store
By Dave Thomas | February 02, 2022

Follow these 11 steps to start your physical or online clothing store.

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How to Launch a Home Delivery Business During COVID-19
By Marc Kuo | February 02, 2022

Is your business in a position to pivot to making home deliveries?

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How to Improve Your In-House Customer Service Team
By Thomas Griffin | February 02, 2022

Give your customer service team a reboot with these tips.

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7 Surefire Strategies to Help You Stand Out From the Competition
By Stella Morrison | February 02, 2022

As a business owner, you need to know how to differentiate your business from your competitors.

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How to Get Your Business Loan Application Approved
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 02, 2022

Learn how to better position yourself to secure funding to start or grow your business.

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How to Attract Customers to Your Restaurant
By Mark Masterson | February 02, 2022

Learn how to use online and offline marketing to reach more customers for your restaurant.

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6 Key Strategies for Growing Your Construction Firm
By Jennifer Post | February 02, 2022

Should you expand your construction business? This guide makes the answer crystal clear.

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How the FMLA Applies to Your Small Business
By Skye Schooley | February 02, 2022

Understand how the Family and Medical Leave Act applies to your business and what you need to do to comply with its regulations.

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Flick of a Switch: How Lighting Affects Productivity and Mood
By Sean Peek | February 02, 2022

Lighting can have a significant impact on workers' productivity and mood. Here's how to design the optimal lighting for your office.

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3 Tips for Picking the Right Office Space
By Matt D'Angelo | February 02, 2022

It's important to consider three major things before deciding on an office space.

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Financing Your Construction Business
By Karina Fabian | February 02, 2022

Construction businesses demand significant overhead for labor and materials. Funding them can be difficult, but these loan options and financing products make it easier.

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Types of Fast Business Loans
By Max Freedman | February 02, 2022

When your business needs a quick infusion of cash, what are your options? Learn about the different types of fast business loans and what you need to apply for them.

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Expanding Distribution Channels
By Sean Peek | February 02, 2022

Increase sales and brand awareness while reducing risk.

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How Much Does It Cost to Start an Online Business?
By Zac Johnson | February 02, 2022

Everyone's startup is different, but these expenses are typical and usually necessary.

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Document Scanner Buying Guide
By Marisa Sanfilippo | February 01, 2022

Document scanners allow you to create a digital archive and ditch the filing cabinet.

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How To Create and Write Your Business's First E-Book
By Chris Christoff | February 01, 2022

E-books give businesses a chance to improve their customer relationships.

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How to Create a Paperless Office
By Max Freedman | February 01, 2022

Paperless office solutions reduce clutter, improve organization and streamline reporting. Here's how to create a paperless office.

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What Have We Learned? Business Lessons From COVID-19
By Brian Wallace | February 01, 2022

Do the work now so your business will still be around later.

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Fight Coronavirus Procrastination: How to Boost Your Productivity Working From Home
By Daglar Cizmeci | February 01, 2022

In the unprecedented COVID-19 situation, many companies are forced to work from home, which can encourage procrastination. Let's explore a few tips to maintain productivity and focus at home.

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How to Handle Internal Communications During a Merger
By Michael DesRochers | February 01, 2022

M&A deals are on the rise. How should entrepreneurs and business leaders prepare their workforce when going through a merger?

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How to Choose a Commercial Smoker for Your Restaurant
By Matt D'Angelo | February 01, 2022

Before picking a commercial smoker for your barbecue kitchen, consider its size, fuel type and function.

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20 Businesses You Can Start on the Cheap
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 01, 2022

You don't need a ton of cash to get a business up and running. Opportunities abound to become a business owner with less than $500. Here's a look at 20 of them.

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Can You Make a Profit and Be Socially Responsible?
By Stella Morrison | February 01, 2022

Can you be socially responsible and make money while doing so? The short answer is yes, and we’ll show you how to amplify both.

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Can Brick-and-Mortar Stores Survive Amazon Prime Now?
By Al Gomez | February 01, 2022

Can brick-and-mortar stores compete with Amazon's newest service, Prime Now? Here's what you need to know.

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Business Loans for Veterans: What You Need to Know
By Meredith Wood | February 01, 2022

Here's a rundown of the loan programs and lenders for veteran-owned businesses.

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How to Tell If Your Business is Growing Too Quickly (and What to Do About It)
By Adam Uzialko | February 01, 2022

If you notice these signs, it could be time to slow down.

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What a Bill of Materials Is and Why You Need One
By Sean Peek | February 01, 2022

Here are some tips to create a bill of materials.

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Why Meetings Kill Productivity (and What to Do About It)
By Ray Williams | February 01, 2022

Meetings take up a lot of time, and contribute to the expanding work day.