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Don't Wait! Speed Up Your Checkout Lines With These 4 Tips
By Jennifer Dublino | December 02, 2021

Here's how you can use your POS system to bust long checkout lines at your store.

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What Is Interactive Voice Response (IVR)?
By Jeff Hale | November 11, 2021

IVR systems can save your business time and money and boost customer satisfaction. Learn how IVR works.

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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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How to Accept Apple Pay
By Jennifer Dublino | October 15, 2021

Apple Pay is the top contactless mobile payment method in the U.S. Learn how your business can start accepting Apple Pay online and in person.

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Returning Customers Spend 67% More Than New Customers - Keep Your Customers Coming Back with a Recurring Revenue Sales Model
By Market Expert | October 15, 2021

It's common business knowledge that it's cheaper to retain a current customer than it is to attract a new one.

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77% of People Read Online Reviews Before Buying: Are They Finding You?
By Jimmy Rodela | October 15, 2021

Are you looking for a tried-and-tested online marketing strategy that can explode your sales? Product reviews can help you just that.

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8 Ways In-Store Tablets Improve the Customer Experience
By Skye Schooley | September 08, 2021

Tablets can maximize your space, improve product displays, gather customer data and more.

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20 Features to Look for in a CRM
By Sean Peek | August 30, 2021

Here are the top qualities to consider when selecting CRM software for your business.

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CRM Implementation Guide
By Julie Thompson | July 02, 2021

Proper implementation of your business's CRM software is key to maximizing the benefits it offers your sales team.

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Small Business Guide to Email Segmentation
By Jennifer Post | February 18, 2021

Segmenting your email list can improve your ability to engage your target audience with email marketing campaigns personalized for them.

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How to Create a Remote Help Desk for Your Business
By Skye Schooley | February 01, 2021

Follow this six-step process to create an effective remote help desk for your business.

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Unify Customer Data for Better Marketing, CX and Fraud Prevention
By David Fletcher | January 27, 2021

Learn how unified data gives you a single view of your customers for your marketing and fraud control teams.

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How to Solve CRM Adoption Deadlock
By Denis Zhinko | January 11, 2021

Here's how to ensure your business can successfully adopt a CRM solution.

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Top 10 Customer Support Tips to Make Your Startup Prosper
By Emily Watson | January 11, 2021

Customer support is often the most important aspect of a business.

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5 Ways to Increase Sales With Business Text Messages
By Elijah Masek-Kelly | January 07, 2021

Instead of calling customers and leads, try sending them texts.

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Which Call Centers Are Based in the U.S.?
By Jennifer Post | December 21, 2020

A U.S.-based call center offers certain advantages over nearshore and offshore call centers. Here's what you should know about hiring a domestic call center.

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Do You Need a 24/7 Call Center?
By Jennifer Post | November 09, 2020

It's not always easy for your customers to call you during your normal business hours. That's where a 24/7 call center comes in handy.

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The Complicated Relationship Between SMBs and CRMs
By Chris Smith | November 09, 2020

Customer relationship management tools sometimes complicate the sales conversion process. Here's how to juggle your many CRM tools to work for your small business.

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Leading With Transparency Promotes Customer Loyalty
By Austin Mac Nab | October 26, 2020

Companies that embrace transparency as a core business value find that it leads to consumer trust, loyalty and business success. Here are four areas businesses can be transparent with customers.

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5 Reasons You Should Consider Using a Virtual Receptionist
By Adam Uzialko | October 20, 2020

Virtual receptionists, also known as answering services, can improve your customer service while freeing up your staff to focus on more pressing tasks.

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What's an Inbound Call Center? Should You Consider Using One?
By Adam Uzialko | October 19, 2020

Inbound call centers or contact centers specialize in customer experience and engagement. How could a contact center help your small business grow?

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7 Essential Components of Excellent Customer Service
By Megan Totka | October 16, 2020

The longevity of your brand rides on the outcome of each interaction your team has with your customers.

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Things You Should Know Before Hiring a Call Center
By Adam Uzialko | October 12, 2020

Hiring a call center can be a tough decision. Here's what you should know before you partner with a service.

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How to Grow Your Email List
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 12, 2020

A quality email list is a vital part of email marketing and can determine the success of your campaign. Here's how to build one.

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The Power of Facebook Messenger as a Marketing Tool
By Simone Johnson | October 05, 2020

Want to use Facebook in your marketing strategy? Here's how to turn its Messenger feature into a marketing tool.

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Best Practices for Implementing Live Chat Support
By Andrew Martins | October 01, 2020

When your customers have questions, they want answers right away. With live chat software, you can make that a reality.