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Buy Local: Why Small Business Owners Must Practice What They Preach
By Jennifer Post | February 04, 2022

Supporting local small businesses can generate sales and create loyal customers for your company.

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Improve Your Customer Retention with Social Media
By business.com editorial staff | June 12, 2020

You should be building a relationship, trust and loyalty with your social media followers.

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How to Build Your Brand's Authority on Instagram
By Gaurav Sharma | May 29, 2018

Follow these steps to establish your brand as a powerful voice on this platform.

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Small Business Loans for Startups and New Businesses From $50,000 to $100,000
By Donna Fuscaldo | December 03, 2021

Small, short-term loans are ideal for startups and small businesses that need some capital but don't want to be saddled with a lot of debt.

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Microsoft Azure vs. Amazon Web Services: Cloud Comparison
By business.com editorial staff | May 25, 2018

Which one is right for your business?

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5 Reasons Why Emotional Intelligence Matters in Sales
By business.com editorial staff | April 15, 2020

Emotional intelligence is a valuable skill in any career but even more so in sales.

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What Are 7702 Plans and How Can They Be Used for Retirement?
By Max Freedman | February 14, 2022

These life insurance policies are tax-deferred to build cash value.

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What SMBs Need to Know When Choosing a Small Business Loan
By Sammi Caramela | May 22, 2018

Here's everything you need to know about acquiring a loan for your small business.

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5 Preventable Human Errors That Leave Your Company Vulnerable to a Cyberattack
By Alexandre François | May 21, 2018

Most cyberattacks stem from internal human error, but companies can protect themselves.

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The Quality You Should Demand From Your Background Check Service
By Crispin Cruz | May 21, 2018

Background screening services are not all created equal.

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How Companies Are Detecting Spear Phishing Attacks Using Machine Learning
By Andrew Goldberg | May 18, 2018

As phishing emails become more sophisticated, companies are turning to machine learning.

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7 Reasons to Measure Customer Lifetime Value for Your E-commerce Business
By Frank Vitetta | May 18, 2018

Here's what CLV is and why it could be your most important metric.

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5 Tips to Rule Over Instagram and Make Money
By Gaurav Sharma | May 17, 2018

Find ways to leverage this platform to actually see a profit.

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Are You Telling the Right Story About Your Brand?
By Roy Morejon | May 16, 2018

Here's how to identify and share the right story about your brand.

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Quit Your Day Job for Your Startup: 5 Steps to Success
By Sammi Caramela | May 11, 2018

Make sure you're ready for entrepreneurship before leaving behind a steady income.

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12 Reasons to Use Instagram for Your Business
By Kiely Kuligowski | December 30, 2020

Instagram is a great way to expand your business’s reach and engagement with your customers. Here are 12 reasons why you should make an account.

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Avoiding the Panic Hire: How to Hire Swiftly and Effectively
By Chris Lennon | May 09, 2018

Don't let panic dictate your hiring decisions. Here's how to hire right the first time.

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Your Company Carpool Incentive Could Be Exposing You to Legal Liability
By Paul Cannon | May 08, 2018

Employers with a carpool incentive could be liable for employee negligence on the road.

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10 Reasons Email Marketing Is a Must for Small Businesses
By Skye Schooley | February 18, 2022

Here's why you can't afford to ignore email as a promotional tool.

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Are Your Employees Bringing Out the Best in One Another?
By Kerry Goyette | May 07, 2018

The best teamwork occurs when complementary skills combine in an environment of respect.

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5 Industries Primed for Blockchain Disruption
By Michael Henman | May 07, 2018

Blockchain could revolutionize far more areas than just finance.

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Why Does Power Abuse Persist?
By Petrina Coventry | May 04, 2018

It's important to understand the psychology of abusers and their supporters.

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Buying a Car for Your Business? How to Avoid Mistakes
By Vladimir Yakimenko | July 06, 2020

Keep these seven tips in mind when buying a car for your business.

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10 Best TED Talks for Training and Motivating New Employees
By Matt D'Angelo | May 03, 2018

These TED Talks have countless lessons for the modern worker.

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How to Improve Millennial Employee Retention
By business.com editorial staff | March 30, 2020

With so many millennials in the workforce, it's important to understand their needs.

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Which Government Loans Are Available to Entrepreneurs?
By Adam Uzialko | November 08, 2021

The SBA and USDA offer loans to assist entrepreneurs and business owners who need funding.

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The Solution to Conflict Between Marketing and Sales? A Clearly Defined Process
By Matt Stoyka | April 26, 2018

Sales and marketing have the same goal: to convert leads to loyal customers.

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The Ever-Changing Landscape of Bots and Credit Card Testing
By John Canfield | February 14, 2022

Here's how to protect your business from the latest credit card threat.

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The Fatal Four: Avoiding Construction Injuries
By Jill Bowers | April 23, 2018

Learn the OSHA standards for preventing injuries and fatalities on construction sites.

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The Tech Gap: How Real Small Businesses Adopt Technology
By Mona Bushnell | April 19, 2018

Thinking about adopting new tech? Find out how the Business.com community handles it.

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Biometrics and the Future: What It Means for Small Businesses
By Matt D'Angelo | January 28, 2021

Biometrics are popping up everywhere. Find out why it's good for business.

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Switching to an Automated HR System? Here's How to Prepare
By Skye Schooley | February 15, 2022

Automated HR systems are key to compliance. Here's how to prepare for the transition.

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7 Tips for Choosing a Credit Card Processor for Your Construction Company
By Lori Fairbanks | December 03, 2021

Find a processing company that doesn't lock you into a contract or charge excessive fees.

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How to Rebrand Your Business
By Stella Morrison | February 15, 2022

Follow these five tips to make sure your rebranding is a success.

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Hiring? Here's Why You Should Send an SMS Blast
By business.com editorial staff | March 12, 2020

Text messages work for marketing, and they can work in your recruitment strategy, too.

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Think Like a Startup, Scale Like an Enterprise: Balancing the Best of Both Worlds
By Alex Goryachev | April 11, 2018

Larger companies must maintain the startup mindset to stay innovative and keep growing.

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5 Scams That Prey on Small Businesses
By Matt D'Angelo | April 11, 2018

Hackers are getting more creative. Learn how your business could be targeted.

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Best Leadership Books for Small Business Owners
By business.com editorial staff | June 04, 2020

These eight books can help you become a better leader for your company.

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Forget the Checks: 3 Reasons Why Your Construction Company Should Accept Credit Card Payments
By business.com editorial staff | April 02, 2020

Learn about the advantages to accepting credit card payments.

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What is Influencer Marketing and How Does it Drive Sales?
By Albizu Garcia | April 05, 2018

Influencer marketing is word-of-mouth for the social media age. Here's how to use it.

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7 Simple Digital Marketing Tips That Work
By business.com editorial staff | April 22, 2020

Reinvigorate your marketing plan by implementing these strategies.

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Has Your Company Secured These Overlooked Attack Vectors?
By Kevin Pickhardt | April 05, 2018

Many don't consider these three common security weaknesses.

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6 Signs It's Time to Terminate an Employee
By Justin O. Walker | April 03, 2018

Firing an employee is never easy, but here's how to best go about it.

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How to Achieve a High Google Ranking for Your App
By Kenneth Evans | April 03, 2018

See how to show search engines you deserve to be on the first page.

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5 Steps to Remove a Shareholder
By Stella Morrison | February 15, 2022

Cutting ties with a shareholder isn't simple, but it can be achieved through these five steps.

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What Should You Do When a Client Ignores You?
By Keren Lerner | March 29, 2018

Here's what to do if you can't get a hold of your client.

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How to Set a Price for Your Service
By business.com editorial staff | June 26, 2020

Are you properly valuing the services you provide?

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Which Financing Option Is Best for Your Small Business – a Line of Credit or a Term Loan?
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 05, 2022

Building and running a small business is no small task. One of the biggest challenges is managing finances. See if a term loan or line of credit could help.

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The Survival Guide to the Decline of Facebook’s Organic Reach
By Jolina Landicho | March 28, 2018

Facebook's algorithm updates make organic reach difficult, but you can still be visible.

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15 Benefits and Perks That Will Keep Your Remote Employees Happy
By Jens Jakob Andersen | March 27, 2018

Employees want better benefits more than they want a pay raise.