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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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Welcome to America: What Non-Residents Need to Consider When Forming a Company in the U.S.
By Jimmy Rodela | April 20, 2016

Can non-U.S. residents form a business here in the United States?

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True Team Spirit: How to Take Better Care of Your Co-Workers
By Victoria Heckstall | December 22, 2021

Do you want your office life to be more pleasant? If so, give this article a read to find out how to take better care of your co-workers.

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Pad That Bank Account: 6 Strategies for Companies Raising Capital
By Faizan Raza | January 31, 2022

Whether you run a startup or a Fortune 500 company, you need capital to grow. Here are six strategies for raising capital as a small business owner.

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A New Hunting Ground: The Changing Face of Job Searches
By Janice Chaka | January 05, 2022

Businesses need to realize that people don't search for jobs the same way that they used to, and how this affects the talent that applies.

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Do Nice Businesses Finish First? The Perils of a Toxic Culture
By Robert Glazer | April 13, 2016

Even a company with a good product in a high-growth industry cannot achieve success if leadership creates a toxic company culture.

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Massages and Pets and Kegs, Oh My! Creative Perks for Improved Morale and Retention
By Sarah Landrum | April 12, 2016

Employee perks are like frosting on the cake of a workplace: they might not be necessary, but they definitely make life sweeter.

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How to Find Drop Ship Suppliers for your E-commerce Business
By Bryan Robinson | January 05, 2022

Drop-shipping is an attractive model for E-commerce sellers, minimizing costs and simplifying logistics. But how do you find good suppliers?

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Analyze This: The Comprehensive Guide to Email Analytics
By Garrett Dunham | April 11, 2016

Learn the critical metrics for email marketing from six of the world's top email marketing experts.

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10 Reasons Brands Should Use Text Message Marketing
By Skye Schooley | February 15, 2022

Businesses of all sizes are discovering that they can effectively integrate SMS marketing into a larger marketing strategy.

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Ineffective Imagery: The Case for Dumping Stock Photography
By Anna Johansson | April 08, 2016

Are you making the mistake of using stock images in places where original, high quality visuals should be used?

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Will Vlogging Be the Next Big Thing in Branded Content?
By Matt Byrom | January 05, 2022

There are so many types of branded content to consider when coming up with your marketing strategy, is vlogging the next big thing?

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Turn It Up: Aggressive Marketing Strategies for Startups in Any Industry
By Rachelle Gordon | January 31, 2022

If you've got a product ready to go, how do you market it so that you can sell as many as possible in a short time?

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Time to Get Deep: Why CEOs Need to Embrace Mindfulness
By Ray Williams | January 05, 2022

Lonely CEOs may have a negative effect on their organizations' performance and success. Embracing mindful behavior can help.

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From the Classroom: A Strategy for Applying the Growth Mindset Concept to Your Business
By Shirley Tan | March 30, 2016

The growth mindset can be applied to the business model to encourage happy and more motivated employees and a more successful business.

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Managing Resources: ERP Industry Trends That Impact Bottom Line
By Aaron Continelli | January 05, 2022

Businesses of all sizes can benefit from a well-integrated ERP software through noticeably simplified and enriched business interactions.

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Workplace Accidents: How to Avoid Them and What to Do When They Happen
By Simon Brisk | February 04, 2022

The truth about workplace accidents, how to avoid them, and what to do if they happen.

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Tap Into Your Emotions: Why EQ Could Be More Important Than IQ
By Suzanne Lucas | March 24, 2016

Having a high IQ can be very helpful to a successful career, but it might not be the most helpful thing. A good EQ could be even better.

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Sale Inside: How Retailers are Using Online Promotions to Dominate Sales
By Mike Wood | March 21, 2016

If you sell a product or service online, then you need to make sure you understand online promotions and how they can impact your business.

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What Budget? 4 Marketing Challenges Only Non-Profits Understand
By Blair Nicole | March 17, 2016

No one understands the challenges of marketing on a shoestring budget quite like a non-profit.

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Corporate Relocation? 8 Apps to Make it a Smooth Move
By Angela Gonzalez | March 14, 2016

Office relocation can be a headache, but these 8 apps can help you keep your cool and make this move efficient and strategic.

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Part of the Job: 7 Skills All Entrepreneurs Must Master
By Aaron Agius | March 11, 2016

There are a few other unexpected skills that entrepreneurs will need to succeed, you just might not be thinking about them yet.

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4 Reasons Why Your Facebook Ads Are Not Converting
By Mari Smith | January 05, 2022

Facebook ads are the most targeted traffic your money can buy. Here are a few critical tweaks to convert your ads.

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3 Ways Technology is Improving Customer Service in the Auto Industry
By Blair Nicole | March 10, 2016

Technology is changing the way consumers interact with their auto service providers.

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The C-Suite Responds: Are Piercings & Tattoos in the Workplace Still Taboo?
By Suzanne Lucas | March 09, 2016

If you ever want to get a job, you can't have tattoos or piercings, right?

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Protect Your Genius: 5 Intellectual Property Mistakes That Can Doom Your Startup
By Robert Klinck | December 22, 2021

Intellectual property is key to the success of startups. Here are five IP mistakes startups make and how to avoid them.

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Changing Perception: Simple Ways to Improve Your Customers’ Waiting Experience
By Sarah Pike | March 09, 2016

A recent Software Advice survey found that 97 percent of patients get frustrated with lengthy waits.

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Home Is Where the Cash Is: Building Your Real Estate Business from the Ground Up
By Fred Cohen | January 05, 2022

As the financial crisis fades into the rearview mirror, many entrepreneurs might be encouraged to get back into the real estate game.

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What Is Google Ads, and Why Should You Use It?
By Max Freedman | January 31, 2022

Google Ads can make a company more successful if the campaign is implemented correctly.

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The 3 C's of Effective Marketing
By Sammi Caramela | August 20, 2020

Running an effective marketing campaign doesn't have to be complicated. Just remember the three C's of marketing.

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Small Business Blogging: 5 Reasons It Works & Tips for Execution
By Rick Riddle | March 04, 2016

You definitely need a blog for your small business. The benefits are well worth the time. Here are five undeniable ones to consider.

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The Deck Is a Dialogue: 3 Steps to Conversational Presenting
By Adam Somlai-Fischer | February 03, 2022

Efforts have been made to adapt one-way communications to the behaviors of today's not-so-one-way audiences. The same goes for meetings.

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Following In Zappos Footsteps: Is it Time to Shift to the Holacratic Workplace?
By Genia Stevens | March 01, 2016

Experts agree that the self-management aspect of Holacracy lends itself better to small companies or start-ups rather than large companies.

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International Business Etiquette From Around the World
By Matt D'Angelo | February 25, 2020

If you do business with companies from other countries, you must understand how international business etiquette varies from place to place.

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Stay In the Know: How to Keep Up with Digital Marketing Trends
By Jaykishan Panchal | March 01, 2016

It is an undeniable fact that technology has and is continually changing the way we do business, and has made its impact on digital marketing as well.

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With Power Comes Pain: The Downsides to Being the Boss
By Suzanne Lucas | February 29, 2016

Being the boss can be super hard. There's a reason managers get paid more than individual contributors. Here are the downsides.

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Pets In the Workplace: Is It a Good or Bad Idea?
By Kim Tracy Prince | February 29, 2016

Some cool companies allow dogs, cats, birds, & even turtles and lizards in the office. But not all businesses can host animal team members.

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Latte Love: 3 Customer Loyalty Tactics to Copy from Starbucks
By Nate Matherson | February 26, 2016

Starbucks ability to build a loyal customer base, along with exceptional coffee, has cemented it at the top of the industry.

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The 10 Largest E-Commerce Markets in the World by Country
By Max Freedman | February 17, 2022

E-commerce is a global phenomenon, growing at a healthy rate in almost every country. These are the 10 countries seeing the most e-commerce success.

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Read Like an MBA: Top 5 Books Ivy Leaguers Read in Business School
By Traci Cox | February 25, 2016

Want to get an Ivy League MBA education without the six-figure cost? It's simple: read like an MBA student!

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An HR Manager Reveals: Why I Threw Out Your Résumé
By Suzanne Lucas | February 25, 2016

Want to know why you didn't get called for that job? HR manager reveals why some resumes get thrown out.

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Comprehensive Starter Kit: 50 Free Resources to Help Grow Your Business
By Peter Daisyme | February 23, 2016

Bookmark this now! This comprehensive list has every tool you need to grow your startup or small business from the ground up.

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Business Debt: How Much Is Too Much to Carry?
By business.com editorial staff | April 27, 2020

Debt can be a useful way to start your business, but without proper management and care, things can turn ugly quickly.

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48 Free Websites to List Your Business
By Max Freedman | January 31, 2022

These 48 websites allow you to list your business for free. Here's why you should list your business in online directories and how to do it effectively.

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Stress and Productivity: What the Numbers Say
By Sean Peek | February 15, 2022

Stress is a necessity in life, and sometimes, it can be a good thing. But when there's too much of it, stress can be a monster.

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Comparing Candidates: Should You Hire Experienced Workers or Recent College Graduates?
By Skye Schooley | February 15, 2022

Identifying the pros and cons of hiring new grads and seasoned professionals can help you determine which type of employee you should hire.

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Generations Divided: Making the Differences Between Gen-X and the Millennials Work for Your Business
By Marisa Sanfilippo | February 20, 2016

Understanding the differences between Gen-X and Millennials will help you hire better.

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Big Data, Big Problem: Coping With Shortage of Talent in Data Analysis
By business.com editorial staff | February 19, 2016

Forty percent of companies are struggling to find and retain data analytics talent, and the picture is starting to look even more bleak.

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How to Sell on Instagram: Emerging Trends and Platforms
By business.com editorial staff | April 22, 2020

Master the skill of social selling with these emerging Instagram trends and tools for business owners.

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Reach Your Community: 5 Ways To Use Facebook Ads For Local Advertising
By Ryan Stewart | January 05, 2022

Facebook's local ads are a great way for small businesses to reach hyper-local customers using a small budget ad spend.