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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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Trucking Technology Is Improving Fuel Efficiency
By Matt D'Angelo | July 06, 2020

In-cab solutions like Vnomics' True Fuel help drivers improve fuel economy on the road.

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8 Ways In-Store Tablets Improve the Customer Experience
By business.com editorial staff | July 03, 2020

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

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How Long Can You Run a Business Without an Office?
By business.com editorial staff | July 03, 2020

Running a business with no office has complications but is doable. Here's how.

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How to File for a Patent
By business.com editorial staff | July 02, 2020

It's common for people to be confused about the patent process. We answer your FAQs.

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Keeping an Eye on Your Employees Ethically
By business.com editorial staff | July 02, 2020

Video surveillance and business security systems prevent more than just shoplifting.

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Transitioning Your Office Online Must Work for All Employees
By Mark Shapiro | July 02, 2020

Due to COVID-19, more employees are teleworking, and this can be a benefit for those with disabilities. But telework presents new issues that employers must address to ensure digital accessibility.

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6 Steps to Improve Your Organization's Performance
By Rosanna Nadeau | July 02, 2020

Grow your company from within.

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How to Reopen During COVID-19: Lessons From Entrepreneurs Who Have Done It
By Adam Uzialko | July 02, 2020

Are you ready to reopen your business? These tips from entrepreneurs who have already reopened during COVID-19 can help you plan ahead.

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Workplace Incivility: Why Your Company Isn't Fulfilling Its Potential
By business.com editorial staff | July 01, 2020

Uncivil behavior is a corporate virus that can damage morale and cripple productivity.

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Features of Call Center Systems
By business.com editorial staff | July 01, 2020

Call center systems can help you improve your customer service and sales calls. Here's what they can do.

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Expert Advice on Setting Up a Forex Trading Business
By business.com editorial staff | July 01, 2020

We spoke to Casey Stubbs, the founder of Winners Edge Trading, to learn about foreign exchange trading.

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Sophisticated Website Builders for Startups on a Shoestring Budget
By Scott Gerber | July 01, 2020

You don't need to spend a ton of money to build a great business website.

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Trends in IT Consulting
By business.com editorial staff | June 30, 2020

Stay up to date with current trends in IT consulting and its interrelated activities.

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5 Steps to Remove a Shareholder
By business.com editorial staff | June 29, 2020

The business.com community regularly asks for advice on removing shareholders from a company. We reached out to expert sources for some insight.

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How to Create a Partnership Agreement
By Sean Peek | June 29, 2020

If you are entering a business partnership, it's important to understand the rules of a partnership agreement and how to create one. Here's what you need to know about partnership agreements.

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Crystal Knows All: You're Being Profiled
By business.com editorial staff | June 26, 2020

Crystal combs your online social media and compiles a personality profile that it sells to businesses trying to reach you.

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Should I Start My Own Business During Retirement?
By business.com editorial staff | June 26, 2020

Retirement doesn't always mean not working. Sometimes, it means pursuing entrepreneurship.

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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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5 Common Pitfalls of Entrepreneurship, and How to Avoid Them
By Deborah Sweeney | June 25, 2020

Creating a proper work-life balance keeps you running smoothly, which in turn allows the business to run smoothly.

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Why Your Construction Company Needs Smart Helmets
By business.com editorial staff | June 25, 2020

This wearable tech could improve your construction team's safety and efficiency.

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Avoid These Mistakes While Starting a Business in a Risky Economy
By Dustin Ray | June 25, 2020

If you're an aspiring entrepreneur trying to get your business idea up and running during this tumultuous year, pay attention to these key mistakes to avoid.

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How to Run a Successful Virtual Meeting
By business.com editorial staff | June 25, 2020

Find out what to do to keep your virtual meeting participants engaged and invested.

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5 POS Reports Your Retail Business Should Be Using
By business.com editorial staff | June 25, 2020

Increase sales and minimize waste at your store with the data already in your POS system.