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How to Prepare Your Small Business for Future Technology
By Erik Day | April 09, 2019

Prepare your small business for the future by adjusting to technology.

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A 10-Step Guide for Starting a Small Business
By Travis Crabtree | April 09, 2019

Follow these tips to start your business on a path to success.

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24 Hours Isn't Enough? Here are 10 Ways to Find More Time in Your Day
By John Rampton | April 01, 2019

Get more done in less time using these time-management tips.

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Life Lessons: How to Choose Your Company's Core Values
By Matt Bowman | March 31, 2019

Giving your business the right core values is of critical importance.

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Want to Become a Great Small Business Leader? Start With Your Family
By Jim Marggraff | March 28, 2019

Practicing a founder's mindset with your family can impact work-life balance.

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How to Scale Your Business From Zero to Millions
By Chris Porteous | March 24, 2019

Tap into these three inexpensive strategies to propel your business to new heights.

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6 Business Grants for Women Entrepreneurs
By Deborah Sweeney | March 08, 2019

In honor of Women's History Month, let's look at business grants for women entrepreneurs.

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Turn Your Entrepreneurial Roadblocks Into Stepping Stones for Success
By James Moran | March 07, 2019

Roadblocks are just entrepreneurial milestones. Here's how to take them in stride.

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Used Office Furniture: Pros and Cons
By Skye Schooley | March 07, 2019

Buying used can solve your furniture problems, or it can create new dilemmas.

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How Rich People Got Rich Without College
By Skye Schooley | March 05, 2019

Society tells us to go to college, but that isn't the only route to financial freedom.

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Need a Culture Overhaul? How to Engineer a Company Turnaround
By Mark Davis | March 05, 2019

Need to overhaul your company culture? Here's how to do it successfully.

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Is Your Company Bankable? How to Improve Your Chances of Being Approved for a Loan
By Terry Lammers | March 04, 2019

Banks aren't just interested in your company's financials.

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Small Business Structure Drives Debt Responsibility in Partnerships
By Matt D'Angelo | February 26, 2019

The Business.com community asked what happens with outstanding debt and former business partners. Depending on your business's structure, former partners could be on the hook for unpaid debts.

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The Non-Risk Taker's Guide to Successful Entrepreneurship
By Paul Weber | February 26, 2019

With the right strategies, you can reduce the risks associated with entrepreneurship.

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Business.com Survey Reflects Support for Trump Administration Policies
By Adam Uzialko | February 06, 2019

Small business owners feel that Trump's administration has been positive for their growth.

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Resources for Business Owners with Disabilities
By business.com editorial staff | February 06, 2019

Connect with dozens of government programs and resources to make your dream a reality.

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When to Upgrade Your Business Structure
By Lori Fairbanks | February 05, 2019

Taxes too high? Worry about liability? It may be time to upgrade your business structure.

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3 Principles to Help You Build a Thousand-Year Company
By Kerry Stover | February 05, 2019

How can leaders buck the trend of short-lived companies and build one that lasts?

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Guide to Choosing a Business Credit Card
By Kayla Harrison | February 01, 2019

Need a business credit card for employee travel and other business expenses? Here's what to look for.

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9 Tips for Building a Customer-Driven Company in 2019
By Megan Totka | January 31, 2019

The world is evolving quickly, and customers are now in control.

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Tricks of Trade: Angel Investor Shares Secrets for Landing a Deal
By Chad Brooks | January 29, 2019

Perell's advice includes tips on how to know when you are ready for an investor and how succeed in pitch meetings.

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How to Succeed as an Entrepreneur (If You Aren't Richard Branson)
By Vartika Kashyap | January 23, 2019

You don't need to be Richard Branson to be a successful business owner.

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6 Tips to Develop a Quick Pitch for Potential Investors
By Donna Griffit | January 14, 2019

To prepare for chance encounters with potential investors, develop a strong quick pitch.

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3 Tips for Finding Success in the Secondary Market
By business.com editorial staff | January 09, 2019

Profit margins can be large and reliable in the secondary market.

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Top IT Outsourcing Trends for 2019
By Vikrant Bhalodia | January 04, 2019

More business are outsourcing IT and software development rather than hiring in-house.

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Follow This Process to Discover the Unique Selling Proposition of Your Business
By Shane Barker | December 26, 2018

Without a USP, your business is like a ship that has lost its rudder.

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Which Business Model Is Right for Your Startup?
By Vlad Korobov | December 20, 2018

Choose your business model wisely, especially if you plan to launch an online marketplace.

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Business Employee Benefits & Insurance Plans
By business.com editorial staff | December 14, 2018

Our experts have reviewed the best health insurance providers for 2020. See up-to-date comparisons on features and the best prices for the top rated providers.

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3 Ways to Make Your Business's Computing Eco-Friendly
By Robin Hau | December 07, 2018

Simple changes can make your business more environmentally friendly.