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How to Create a Business Budget, With Free Budget Template
By Jamie Johnson | February 15, 2022

Business budgets are necessary for keeping a finger on the pulse of your business's financial health. Download our free business budget template and learn how to use it.

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How to Reach Your Email Marketing Goals
By Syed Balkhi | February 03, 2022

When used correctly, email marketing can pay big dividends for your business.

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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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7 Tips for Managing Your Newly Remote Team
By Tony Sherba | March 18, 2020

If your team is now working remotely, it might seem strange and unfamiliar. These seven tips can help you facilitate a happy and productive remote working environment.

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Expert Q&A: Financial Advice for Small Businesses During the Coronavirus Outbreak
By Adam Uzialko | March 18, 2020

The outbreak of the coronavirus has left small business owners with many financial questions. Here's advice from our experts on how your business can stay resilient in the face of this pandemic.

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How PEOs Are Behind Companies With the Best Benefits
By Skye Schooley | February 14, 2022

Want happy employees? Learn how working with a PEO can help you provide them with the best perks and benefits.

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Preparing Your Business for Remote Work During the COVID-19 Pandemic
By Maulik Shah | March 16, 2020

As more businesses switch to remote work, these low-cost apps help you manage projects, communicate with customers and collaborate with co-workers.

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How Can You Change the Diversity and Inclusion Status Quo at Your Company?
By Angela Koch | February 01, 2022

It can seem like a daunting task, but if you follow these four steps, you'll be well on your way to improving both the diversity and inclusivity of your company.

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How to Apply (and Get Approved) for a Business Loan
By Adam Uzialko | February 15, 2022

Many businesses need loans to launch or grow. This guide will help you apply for a business loan and improve your chances of approval.

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Background Checks: Can You DIY?
By Skye Schooley | March 12, 2020

Learn what information a personal background check can and cannot reveal about you.

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How to Add Emotion to Your Content (And Why You Should)
By Jared Atchison | March 09, 2020

People look for content online that inspires, excites and informs.

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What's the Best Timeclock for Your Small Business?
By Andrew Martins | February 14, 2022

If you have hourly employees on your staff, you'll want an accurate count of the hours they put in.

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How a Cash Advance Works
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 02, 2022

A cash advance provides you with fast cash, but is it worth the high price?

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The Biggest Trends in Employee Training
By Ulrich Boser | March 05, 2020

As a leader, you never want your team to stop learning. Through both high-tech and practical methods, you can engage your employees in memorable, effective learning experiences.

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Is Social Media Marketing Still Worth It?
By Jayson DeMers | March 04, 2020

It used to be all the rage, but is social media marketing still worth the effort?

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How to Stay Motivated to Start a Business
By Simone Johnson | November 24, 2020

What's your motivation for starting a business? Here's how to find and sustain your drive for business ownership.

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The Roadmap to Peer-to-Peer Lending
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 15, 2022

Thinking about borrowing from a P2P lender? Find out which ones are right for you.

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What Makes a Good Logo?
By Sean Peek | March 02, 2020

Create a memorable logo that clearly communicates your brand. This guide offers everything you need to know about making a good logo for your business.

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How to Discover New Consumer Pain Points
By Thomas Griffin | February 14, 2022

In order to best serve your customers, you need to know the problems you are trying to solve for them.

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The Role of a Strong Accounting and Finance Team in Seeking Capital
By Matthew G. | February 03, 2022

You may be tempted to neglect the accounting side of your business, but you might also be hurting your access to capital.

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How to Build Trust With E-Commerce Customers
By Ming-Yi Wu | February 28, 2020

Building trust online is essential for e-commerce businesses. Here's how to gain repeat business and build brand loyalty.

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Business Loans You Can Get With Bad Credit
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 14, 2022

If you have a bad credit score and need a business loan, these financing options could help you secure the funding you need.

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Everything You Need to Know About Cash Flow Statements
By Mona Bushnell | February 16, 2022

Find out what makes up a cash flow statement and why it's important for your business.

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8 Influencer Marketing Tips for Small Businesses
By Neal Schaffer | February 26, 2020

Influencer marketing is not limited to just large brands. Even the smallest of businesses can leverage influencers as part of their marketing. Here's how.

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The Solopreneur's Guide to Retirement Funds
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 04, 2022

Find out which retirement savings plans self-employed individuals can use and how to get started with them.

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17 Tips for Engaging With Your Customers on Social Media
By Scott Gerber | February 24, 2020

Here are some ways brands can build stronger connections online.

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How to Manage Funding Grants for your Small Business
By Ryan Ayers | February 24, 2020

Many small business owners don't have the finances to fund their own businesses. So they manage their funding and grants themselves.

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How to Choose the Best Document Management Software for Your Law Firm
By Skye Schooley | February 24, 2020

Learn what specific features to look for in a legal document management system.

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Should Your Small Business Bank Online?
By Andrew Martins | June 30, 2020

Some banks have eliminated physical branches in favor of computers and mobile devices. Is such an option good for businesses?

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Capital vs. Operating Grants: Which Does Your Business Need?
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 14, 2022

Learn the differences between capital and operating grants, and how to decide which funding option is right for your business.

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How to Start Budget Planning for Your Business
By Sean Peek | February 14, 2022

Started a new business? Find out why your business needs to start budget planning.

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PEO Software: How to Choose the Best One for Your Business
By Joshua Stowers | February 15, 2022

Find the right PEO software to optimize your small business HR functions.

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10 Signs That It's Time to Pivot Your Business
By Chris Porteous | February 19, 2020

Pivoting can revitalize a struggling business. How can you tell when it's time for your business to pivot?

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A Guide to Accounting Software Features and Benefits
By Donna Fuscaldo | April 09, 2021

Accounting software helps you record the flow of your company's money and examine your financial condition.

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What Should Employers Know About Their Payroll Records?
By Simone Johnson | August 24, 2020

Your business needs to keep payroll records but for how long? Here's what you need to know about storing payroll records.

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What Is Document Control Software, and Do You Need It?
By Skye Schooley | February 18, 2020

Find out if you need document control software and how it can benefit your business.

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What is the Cost of Software Development?
By Andrew Kurilo | February 17, 2020

Do you think the cost for software development is too high? There are many factors that affect the final price.

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Hidden Gotchas in Your Business Loan Repayment Terms
By Adam Uzialko | December 02, 2021

There's more to a loan than paying your monthly installment. Look for these hidden terms and fees a lender might include in a loan agreement.

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What Are Chargebacks, and How Can You Avoid Them?
By Skye Schooley | July 22, 2020

Learn what a chargeback is, how much it costs, and how you can prevent it from happening.

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Top Small Business Grants
By Simone Johnson | January 03, 2022

Looking for a business grant? Find out which grant programs can help you grow your business.

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What Are Merchant Cash Advances and Working Capital Loans?
By Max Freedman | February 15, 2022

Should you consider a merchant cash advance or working capital loan to alleviate your cash flow problems? Or would that make things worse?

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3 Lessons Modern Marketers Can Learn From History's Greatest Advertisers
By Matt Shealy | January 31, 2022

Modern marketers rely heavily on martech and analytics to drive results, while in the past advertisers used things like broad demographics data and creative copy to move the needle.

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How to Choose the Best Business Loan
By Donna Fuscaldo | November 15, 2021

Small businesses have a lot of funding options, so they should choose wisely.

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How to Launch a Podcast on a Shoestring Budget
By Felena Hanson | February 04, 2020

Creating a podcast can be as simple or complicated as you make it.

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How Negative Reviews Can Be a Positive for Your SEO
By Christine James | February 03, 2020

Maybe we've been thinking of bad reviews all wrong. It turns out they can be a boon for your SEO as well as a chance for your customer service to shine.

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9 Best Side Hustle Ideas for 2020
By Chris Porteous | February 02, 2020

Here's a breakdown of nine of the best side hustle ideas for 2020, why this is the year to chase them, and how they'll reward you for your hard work.

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How Women-Owned Businesses Can Use Social Media Marketing
By Ryan Ayers | January 31, 2020

Social media is an invaluable tool to help businesses grow their brand awareness and customer base. Women-owned businesses should use it to highlight the unique aspects of their businesses as well.

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What Is a Hard Money Loan?
By Simone Johnson | January 03, 2022

A hard money loan is based on the value of real estate or another asset, rather than a credit score or debt-to-income ratio. Is this the right type of financing for your business?

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How Leaders Can Master the Art of Empowering Employees
By Abeer Raza | January 30, 2020

Employees want to feel important, and when the company they work for believes in their work, they become far more productive and engaged.

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Revealed: 4 Customer Retention Tricks You Need to Know
By Thomas Griffin | January 30, 2020

Grow your company and improve brand loyalty among existing customers.