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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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Small Businesses Must Take Advantage of the Democratization of Data
By Mark Edwards | October 18, 2019

Learn how the easy availability of big data can help SMBs compete with big businesses.

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What Your Business Can Learn From Peter Drucker
By Matt Alderton | October 11, 2019

Learn about Peter Drucker's management theory and how it can help your business.

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8 Ways to Resolve Conflict Between Your Sales and Marketing Teams
By Nick Hollinger | October 09, 2019

Here's how you can resolve sales and marketing conflicts and encourage collaboration.

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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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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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How Retail Stores Can Use New Tech
By Moazzam Kamran | September 05, 2019

Here's how retailers can use technology to improve the shopping experience.

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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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How to Stand Out With Small Business Certification
By Bryan Peña | August 30, 2019

Today's customers want more than low prices; they want to know the businesses they engage with are aligned with their own personal values. One way to stand out from the crowd and tap into client...

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How to Create a Giveaway Campaign That Boosts Sales
By Thomas Griffin | August 27, 2019

Offering an online contest can deliver ROI for your SMB in multiple ways.

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10 Ways to Boost Customer Engagement With Your Restaurant
By Mark Masterson | August 26, 2019

With more competition than ever before, it's difficult for restaurant owners to find new customers. It's much better and cheaper to have repeat customers, and to do that, you need to stay connected...

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How to Build Brand Authority by Leveraging Online Reviews
By Wesley Cherisien | August 23, 2019

With rising advertising costs and increased competition among companies that are bidding for media placement, organic marketing is the secret ingredient that will need to become a core component in...

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How to Keep Your Online Store's Rewards Program Secure
By Rafael Lourenco | August 15, 2019

Loyalty programs are such a tempting target for fraudsters and steps merchants can take to protect their rewards program.

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How Business Transparency Empowers Your Company
By Colum Donahue | August 01, 2019

Running your business with transparency builds trust and energizes your organization.

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How Businesses Are Marketing Green Innovation
By David Trounce | June 23, 2019

Going green may ultimately boost your company's bottom line.

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10 Ways to Reduce Shopping Cart Abandonment
By Megan Totka | June 21, 2019

Shopping cart abandonment is a real problem

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5-Step Web Design Process to Create Winning Websites
By Rahul Varshneya | May 27, 2019

A stellar design isn't merely focused on how pretty the visual interface looks.

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Sustainability Is Changing How We Do Business ... For the Better
By Melissa Zehner | May 23, 2019

Whether your business is big or small, it's easier than ever to make a positive impact.

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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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3 Marketing Hacks to Help You Attract the Right Investors
By Howard Goldstein | January 22, 2019

Having a good marketing strategy makes your business more enticing to investors.

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How Augmented Reality Is Transforming the Retail Experience
By Gaurav Mishra | November 30, 2018

"New retail" blends digital and in-store elements to create a seamless customer experience

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How to Make Your Website Mobile Friendly
By Alexandra Tachalova | November 27, 2018

A seamless mobile experience is a must, and having a mobile version of a website provides customers with a much better user experience, which positively impacts brand image and sales.

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Better Together: Making Magic Between Big Companies and Startups
By Alex Goryachev | November 07, 2018

Startups don't have to compete with the giants of their industries if they collaborate.

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Flowchart Software Buying Guide
By Kayla Harrison | November 03, 2018

If your small business is looking for flowchart software, read our guide to help you choose the best one for your needs.

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What Small Businesses Need to Know About Point-of-Sale Systems
By business.com editorial staff | October 24, 2018

The right POS system will facilitate growth for your small business.

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How to Design an Amazing Website for Your Restaurant
By Arjun Kohli | October 23, 2018

Draw customers to your restaurant with these web design tips.

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The Best Business Plan Software of 2020
By business.com editorial staff | October 10, 2018

Looking for business plan software? Which software application is right for your business? Learn more by reading our reviews.

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How to Align Your Social Media and Blog Strategies
By Bennett Conlin | October 09, 2018

Align your blog and social media accounts to improve your brand's voice.

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Stand Out From the Crowd With a Next-Gen Customer Experience
By Moazzam Kamran | August 24, 2018

In today's market, you need to go digital or go home.

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6 Ways Businesses Benefit From Cultural Competence
By Dr. Richard Nongard | August 20, 2018

Recognizing differences in others can help improve your business.