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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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Debt or Equity? Determine the Right Capital Mix for Your Business
By Evan Morris | May 22, 2019

Here is a clear demarcation to find the right debt-to-equity ratio for your business.

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3 Tips for Building an Investor-Ready Franchise Business
By Howard Goldstein | January 08, 2021

You can do these things in advance to make your business investment-worthy.

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5 Effective Content Marketing Trends to Improve Your Strategy
By Shane Barker | May 22, 2019

Leverage these trends to get the best results from your content marketing initiatives.

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Workplace Violence: How Your Business Should Prepare and React
By Skye Schooley | May 21, 2019

Learn how to prevent and react to violence in the workplace.

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Start Driving More Traffic to Your Website
By Matt Bowman | May 21, 2019

Quickly see results by using these SEO techniques.

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How to Write an Effective Cold Email
By Rahul Varshneya | May 21, 2019

You wouldn't think so, but cold emails drive the most sales.

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How SMBs Spend Their IT Budgets in 2019
By Tiffany Bloomer | May 20, 2019

Here are three areas small businesses are spending money on IT.

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Business After #MeToo: What's Changed and What Hasn't in the Business World
By Mona Bushnell | May 20, 2019

What have been the effects of the #MeToo movement on companies' harassment policies?

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Talking Shop: What You Need to Get a Small Business Loan
By Chad Brooks | May 19, 2019

A Capital One executive shares his advice on how to secure small business.

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Top Ways to Convert Subprime Leads Into Customers
By Jay Smith | May 19, 2019

Subprime loan applicants can be valuable customers.

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3 Tips for Picking the Right Office Space
By Matt D'Angelo | May 18, 2019

It's important to consider three major things before deciding on an office space.

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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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12 Questions for Mentoring Success
By Dr. Rosina Racioppi | May 17, 2019

Two-way dialogues nurture successful mentorships. These questions can get you started.

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How to Measure and Improve Your Marketing ROI
By David Gasparyan | May 17, 2019

Are you getting the most you can out of your marketing campaigns?

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How to Start Accepting Guest Posts on Your Blog
By Syed Balkhi | May 17, 2019

Free marketing and increased traffic come from accepting guest posts on your own blog.

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3 Strategies to Make Money From Your Free App
By Rahul Varshneya | May 17, 2019

Free apps have higher chances of success.

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Why Every Startup Needs Workers’ Comp Insurance
By Chris Porteous | May 16, 2019

You may be surprised, but every single state requires businesses to have workers' comp.

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5 Reasons Remote Teams Are More Engaged Than Office Workers
By Greg Hanover | May 15, 2019

The stereotype isn't true: Remote workers are actually more engaged.

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Rethink Corporate Social Responsibility and Turn Social Good Into a Business KPI
By Maciej Kranz | May 15, 2019

Corporations need to show more social responsibility. Here's how.

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How to Find the Right PR Firm
By Dave Feistel | May 14, 2019

Considering hiring a public relations agency? Ask these four questions.

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5 Ways Small Business Retailers Can Win Social Media
By Shawn Pillar | May 13, 2019

Improve your social media by focusing on engagement.

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Legal Protections for Transgender, Nonbinary and Gender-Nonconforming Employees: What You Need to Know
By Skye Schooley | July 15, 2020

Learn what policies protect transgender, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming employees.

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Red Flags to Watch for When Hiring a Freelancer
By Scott Gerber | May 13, 2019

When considering freelancers, these 12 things should give you pause.

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How to Use Open-source Platforms for Master Data Management
By Rajneesh Kumar | May 12, 2019

Managing tremendous quantities of data requires a platform fit for the job.

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Build Your Online Authority With 5 Simple SEO Tips
By Matt D'Angelo | May 10, 2019

These SEO tips can help increase traffic to your business's website.

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How to Know if Franchising Is Right for You
By Josh Cohen | May 09, 2019

You should answer these questions before deciding to be a franchise partner.

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Stop Gambling on Sales: 3 Poker Lessons Help You Win Big
By Greg McBeth | May 09, 2019

Win more sales for your small business using these three poker strategies.

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How to Identify, Address and Dissolve a Bad Partnership
By business.com editorial staff | March 25, 2020

Understand the signs of a bad partnership before you take steps to end it.

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Spend Wisely: How to Get the Most Out of Your Business Credit Cards
By business.com editorial staff | April 23, 2020

Here are six ways small business owners can get more from credit cards.

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The Pros and Cons of In-House vs. Outsourced Software Development
By Nacho De Marco | May 07, 2019

Determine how best to develop your software.

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Why Small Business Cyberattacks Could Prompt Next Recession
By Dror Liwer | May 06, 2019

Small businesses, and the government, should make cybersecurity a priority.

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How to Host a Successful Q&A on Facebook Live
By Jared Atchison | May 06, 2019

Facebook Live may be the right tool to help your business engage customers online.

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How Visual Tech Enables Small Businesses to Compete
By Dmitry Dragilev | May 06, 2019

Visual technologies give smaller operations a chance to keep up with major companies.

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How to Create an Effective Public Relations and Branding Strategy for Your Business
By Chad Brooks | May 06, 2019

PR exec Kailynn Bowling of ChicBlvd Inc. is May's community member of the month.

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13 Apps to Conquer Your Business To-Do List
By Scott Gerber | May 05, 2019

These systems are the perfect way to keep your projects and business running smoothly.

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Business Loans for Veterans: What You Need to Know
By Meredith Wood | January 29, 2021

Here's a rundown of the loan programs and lenders for veteran-owned businesses.

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Digital Transformation: Evolution, Not Revolution
By Alexey Chalimov | May 03, 2019

Companies should consider certain limitations and digital transformation risks.

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The Small Business Owner's Guide to Insurance Coverage
By Jason Hargraves | May 02, 2019

Learn which types of insurance you need to protect your business from damage or liability

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Why Businesses Can't Afford to Ignore Instagram
By Zac Johnson | May 02, 2019

Here's why you need to use Instagram to create interest in your brand.

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How to Fire a Partner or Co-Founder
By Matt D'Angelo | May 02, 2019

Firing someone you founded your business with is difficult.

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How Entrepreneurs Can Use AI to Perform Better in Digital Marketing
By Zeeshan Khalid | May 01, 2019

Try using these five AI applications to improve marketing.

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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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20 Top Career Paths for Tech Geeks
By Deb Dey | May 01, 2019

If you love technology and data, these are the careers for you.

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How Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Are Changing Cybersecurity
By James Warner | May 01, 2019

Human life will vastly improve thanks to AI.

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Turn Your Genealogy Hobby Into a Side Business
By Chad Brooks | March 09, 2021

Learn how to turn your genealogy hobby into a home-based business.

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Switching CRMs? 4 Tips to Make It a Hassle-Free Transition
By Alex Haimann | November 02, 2020

Looking for a new CRM? Check out these four ways to make the process smoother.

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Getting Ready for Your First Trade Show? Here's How to Prepare
By Jason Heichlinger | April 30, 2019

Be sure you're fully prepared for your first trade show with this checklist.

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How to Help a New Employee Relocate
By Sammi Caramela | April 23, 2020

Here's what you can do to make relocation a better experience for your new employee.

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The Basics of Google Ad Rank
By Gaurav Sharma | April 29, 2019

Learn how to improve your ad ranking.