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Why Every Startup Needs Workers’ Comp Insurance
By Chris Porteous | May 16, 2019

You may be surprised, but every single state requires businesses to have workers' comp.

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5 Reasons Remote Teams Are More Engaged Than Office Workers
By Greg Hanover | May 15, 2019

The stereotype isn't true: Remote workers are actually more engaged.

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5 Ways Small Business Retailers Can Win Social Media
By Shawn Pillar | May 13, 2019

Improve your social media by focusing on engagement.

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Legal Protections for Transgender, Nonbinary and Gender-Nonconforming Employees: What You Need to Know
By Skye Schooley | February 15, 2022

Learn what policies protect transgender, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming employees.

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Red Flags to Watch for When Hiring a Freelancer
By Scott Gerber | May 13, 2019

When considering freelancers, these 12 things should give you pause.

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Spend Wisely: How to Get the Most Out of Your Business Credit Cards
By Jennifer Dublino | February 14, 2022

Here are six ways small business owners can get more from credit cards.

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The Pros and Cons of In-House vs. Outsourced Software Development
By Nacho De Marco | May 07, 2019

Determine how best to develop your software.

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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 Small Business Cyberattacks Could Prompt Next Recession
By Dror Liwer | May 06, 2019

Small businesses, and the government, should make cybersecurity a priority.

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How to Host a Successful Q&A on Facebook Live
By Jared Atchison | May 06, 2019

Facebook Live may be the right tool to help your business engage customers online.

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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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Digital Transformation: Evolution, Not Revolution
By Alexey Chalimov | May 03, 2019

Companies should consider certain limitations and digital transformation risks.

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Why Businesses Can't Afford to Ignore Instagram
By Zac Johnson | May 02, 2019

Here's why you need to use Instagram to create interest in your brand.

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6 Procurement Tips All Small Business Owners Need to Know
By Shane Barker | May 01, 2019

You need to hire procurement specialists; they're not the same as accountants.

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20 Top Career Paths for Tech Geeks
By Deb Dey | May 01, 2019

If you love technology and data, these are the careers for you.

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Turn Your Genealogy Hobby Into a Side Business
By Chad Brooks | March 09, 2021

Learn how to turn your genealogy hobby into a home-based business.

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Switching CRMs? 4 Tips to Make It a Hassle-Free Transition
By Alex Haimann | November 01, 2021

Looking for a new CRM? Learn how to streamline the process for your business.

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10 Social Media Networks to Use for Personal Branding
By Nora Leary | April 29, 2019

Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn are just the tip of the social media world.

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Monitoring Active Directory Groups for Changes With PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | April 29, 2019

Protect your Active Directory groups by monitoring them through Microsoft's PowerShell.

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7 Ways Small Businesses Can Develop a Social Media Presence
By Megan Totka | April 28, 2019

Developing your brand's social media strategy can be easier if you follow these tips.

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It's Time for a Universal Business OS
By Kurt Rathmann | April 26, 2019

A unified business operating system would eliminate repetitive administrative tasks.

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Want to Boost Productivity? Start by Cleaning Your Office
By Chris Christoff | April 23, 2019

Here are five steps for keeping your office organized and clean.

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5 Things I Learned About Time Management as a Business Leader
By Marc Sellouk | April 21, 2019

For your business to succeed, you need to prioritize purposeful work.

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How to Increase Your Restaurant's Profits in 2022
By Zac Johnson | January 20, 2022

Here are 10 strategies to boost your restaurant's bottom line.

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Just How Big is the Customer Experience Gap in Financial Services?
By Mark Ryan | April 18, 2019

Finance is behind in integrating personalized experiences

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Brand-Impersonation Fraud Is On the Rise and Can Hurt Your Business
By Rafael Lourenco | April 18, 2019

Phishing attacks rose by 250% in 2018.

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Why Hiring People With Disabilities Is Good for Business
By Kiely Kuligowski | December 30, 2020

Hiring people with disabilities is good for business, the economy and your team's morale.

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8 E-commerce Trends to Watch Out for in 2019
By Chris Porteous | April 16, 2019

The trends online retailers should be paying attention to this year

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How to Install Windows Patches With PowerShell for Free
By Adam Bertram | April 15, 2019

This free solution can save you money, but you have to know how to use it.

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Developing a Patch Rollout Plan With PowerShell
By Adam Bertram | April 11, 2019

PowerShell allows you to plan your deployment strategy for Microsoft's Patch Tuesday.

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4 Email Marketing Metrics to Track Your ROI
By Thomas Griffin | April 10, 2019

Are you getting the proper return on your investment in email marketing?

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Tips for Dealing With Debt Collectors
By Dawn Kuczwara | July 21, 2020

You want to meet your obligations while also protecting your business.

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Using PowerShell to Manage the Windows Event Log
By Adam Bertram | April 08, 2019

PowerShell has two cmdlets that can help your Windows administrator read the event log.

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How to Hire Immigrant Workers for Your Small Business
By Skye Schooley | February 15, 2022

Small businesses have a lot to think about when dealing with immigration. Here is what you need to know about hiring immigrant workers and finding qualified applicants.

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Small Business Guide to Restaurant Inventory Software
By Sean Peek | February 03, 2022

Wasted food takes a bite out of your profits. Restaurant inventory software can help.

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4 Reasons Why You Should Use Paid Social Ads
By Josh Sample | April 02, 2019

If you're launching a business or service, you really should invest in ads.

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Small Business Guide to a Restaurant Management System
By Kiely Kuligowski | July 16, 2020

Restaurant management systems help you manage sales, staff, inventory and more.

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12 Reasons Your Restaurant Needs Modern POS Software
By Donna Fuscaldo | August 25, 2021

Learn how a new POS system can help your restaurant manage orders, inventory, staff and a host of other back-office tasks.

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When to Consider Using a Factoring Company
By Sean Peek | December 09, 2020

Find yourself in a financial bind? A factoring service might be able to help.

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Why Personal Branding Is Crucial for Any Industry
By business.com editorial staff | April 24, 2020

Building a personal brand can bring a boost in sales numbers.

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How to Securely Manage Passwords in PowerShell Scripts
By Adam Bertram | March 25, 2019

You should never hardcode plain-text passwords. Use encryption in a PowerShell script instead.

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Tips for Hosting Productive Video Conference Meetings
By Matt Bowman | March 25, 2019

Make every second of your video meeting count.

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How Automation Will Affect the Future of Sales
By Richard Stevenson | March 24, 2019

Know how automation can create efficiencies and have systems in place that can handle it.

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What to Know Before You Refinance Your Business Loans
By Max Freedman | December 07, 2021

If you're refinancing your business loans, look at your current terms and know what you want to accomplish before moving forward with refinancing.

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How to Boost Your Email Lead List Through Social Media
By Sean Peek | February 15, 2022

Build a lean, more effective email lead list by marketing through social media.

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Here's What Employees Actually Want From a Leader
By Angela Koch | March 20, 2019

Employees often look for leaders with the traits they hold in high esteem for themselves.

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Weirdest Things Caught on Security Camera
By business.com editorial staff | June 08, 2020

Security cameras catch more than thefts. Here are eight weird things caught on camera.

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The Best Entrepreneur-Recommended Tech Tools for Business Productivity
By Evyatar Sagie | February 03, 2022

Use the best tech tools to help your business succeed.

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Yes, Your Small Business Needs an 'About' Page
By Pratik Dholakiya | March 15, 2019

Your website's About page wields more marketing muscle than any other piece of content.

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Small Business Guide to Energy Conservation
By Chad Brooks | March 09, 2021

Your small business can reap a host of benefits by implementing these green strategies.