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8 Smart Tips for Evaluating Your Outsourcing Partner
By business.com editorial staff | March 24, 2020

When outsourcing any part of your production process, following these eight steps will help you pick the right company.

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How to Rebrand Your E-Commerce Business
By Joshua Stowers | March 24, 2020

A successful rebrand helps customers find your business and understand what your business does. Learn how Spirit Hub successfully rebranded its alcohol e-commerce business.

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The Pros and Cons of Virtual Offices
By business.com editorial staff | March 19, 2020

The trend of virtual offices is starting to gain momentum. However, as every single product out there, even virtual offices have advantages and disadvantages.

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Is a College Degree Necessary for Success?
By Sammi Caramela | March 13, 2020

Education comes in many forms, whether years of schooling or months of hands-on training.

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To Infinity and Beyond: Harnessing the Power of Positive Thinking
By business.com editorial staff | March 04, 2020

Positive thinking can make you a better problem-solver.

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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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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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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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Transitioning From Corporate America to Franchise Business Ownership
By Jim Judy | January 28, 2020

The thought of leaving the corporate world for business ownership is both exciting and frightening. These steps can help you decide and prepare.

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Top Countries for Business Process Outsourcing (and How to Start)
By Derek Gallimore | December 16, 2019

Make sure you're outsourcing for the most efficiency and least cost by considering looking for a partner in one of these countries.

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Why You Need to Develop Your Own Unique Product
By Jared Haw | December 15, 2019

If you want to take a larger share of the market, win clients and have higher margins, you'll need to develop your own product.

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The Benefits of Mind Mapping for Busy Professionals
By Ryan Ayers | November 28, 2019

Entrepreneurs can accomplish and learn more – and do it faster – by learning how to construct mind maps.

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4 Ways to Reduce Your Business's Carbon Footprint
By Michael Wood | November 22, 2019

Running a profitable business is hard. Running a profitable business that is carbon accountable is even harder. Here are four effective ways to help make your business more carbon accountable.

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The Different Paths to a Career in Project Management
By Ryan Ayers | November 17, 2019

Want to become a project manager? Learn how to develop the skill set employers demand.

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Want to Support a Charity? Qualities Businesses Should Seek Out
By Scott Gerber | November 11, 2019

Here are the criteria business leaders can use when choosing which charities to support.

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The Smart Way to Expand Your Business Abroad
By Craig Dempsey | November 07, 2019

Learn how working with a PEO makes it easier for your business to retain staff abroad.

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4 Growth Tactics for B2B Businesses
By Hailey Friedman | October 23, 2019

Here are four proven marketing strategies that can help your B2B company grow.

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How Small Businesses Can Work Together for Holiday Season Success
By Bill Brunelle | October 21, 2019

The holiday shopping season gives small business owners a chance to band together to more effectively compete with big-box stores. Here are five ways to see success this season.

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How to Celebrate National Women's Small Business Month
By Mona Bushnell | October 01, 2019

October is National Women's Small Business Month. Celebrate with advocacy and support.

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The Roadmap to Start a Membership Site From Scratch
By Mark Thompson | September 25, 2019

Do you want to create an informative, engaging subscription site with a loyal member base? There are some specific steps you'll need to follow.

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4 Strategies to Counteract Declining Growth
By Amber Colley | September 24, 2019

It is critical that when economic times are tough, small businesses are able to be flexible enough to adapt to contracting markets and changing consumer desires.

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Protecting Your Bottom Line From Data Breaches in 2020
By Isaac Kohen | September 20, 2019

As we head into 2020, protecting your bottom line means understanding the risks of a data breach.

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Why Mentorship Matters to the Startup Community
By Patrick Riley | September 11, 2019

Mentors and mentees have a lot to gain from each other

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Choosing the Right Outsourcing Partner
By Shahid Mansuri | September 10, 2019

Many businesses find it difficult to outsource requirements, but it can boost business growth.

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Demystifying Digital Media for Small Businesses
By Ed Castro | September 06, 2019

Learn the best platforms and formats for launching a digital media ad campaign.

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5 Habits of Successful Online Entrepreneurs
By Zeeshan Khalid | September 04, 2019

Reduce the risk of failure by adopting these five habits.

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Why Your Small Business Needs an IT Partner
By Tiffany Bloomer | August 28, 2019

Without an IT partner, small businesses may face numerous technology-related problems.