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7 Reasons to Measure Customer Lifetime Value for Your E-commerce Business
By Frank Vitetta | May 18, 2018

Here's what CLV is and why it could be your most important metric.

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What Are the Benefits of Being a Freelancer?
By business.com editorial staff | July 09, 2020

For self-starters, life as a freelancer can be a challenging but rewarding lifestyle.

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Hiring: Should You DIY or Use a Recruiting Service?
By Sean Peek | April 24, 2020

When it's time to hire a new employee, do you court job seekers on your own or hire a recruiting service? Here's what you need to know about each method.

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Planning for Failure: Why Software Breaks and How to Prepare Your Business
By Michael Georgiou | May 17, 2018

When it comes to software, Murphy’s Law holds true: If anything can go wrong, it will.

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The Employer's GPS Tracking Solution Guide: Everything Your Business Needs to Know
By Aigerim Berzinya | May 17, 2018

There are dozens of employee GPS tracking systems. Here's how to the choose the right one.

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5 Tips to Rule Over Instagram and Make Money
By Gaurav Sharma | May 17, 2018

Find ways to leverage this platform to actually see a profit.

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Brand Spokesperson Smackdown: Famous Face vs. Social Media Rockstar?
By Alison Hill | May 16, 2018

Should your brand use a social media influencer or a celebrity as a spokesperson?

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Are You Telling the Right Story About Your Brand?
By Roy Morejon | May 16, 2018

Here's how to identify and share the right story about your brand.

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Do Your Employees Hate Your HR Department?
By Stuart Hearn | May 16, 2018

Here's how to fix relations between employees and your HR team.

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When and How to Plan an Exit Strategy for Your SMB
By business.com editorial staff | June 04, 2020

It's better to be prepared for the end of your business ownership than risk coming up empty-handed.

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6 Free SEO Tools You Should be Using
By Syed Balkhi | May 15, 2018

Optimize your content, analyze the competition, find keywords and more with these tools.

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3 Secrets of Successful Family Businesses
By business.com editorial staff | March 31, 2020

You don't have to be a family business to apply these secrets to your organization.

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12 Tips for Mastering Your Presentation
By Stacey Hanke | May 14, 2018

Giving presentations is a learned skill that requires ongoing practice.

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3 Ways to Reward Employees Aside From Money
By Matt D'Angelo | May 14, 2018

Empowering your employees requires more than monetary incentives.

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Quit Your Day Job for Your Startup: 5 Steps to Success
By Sammi Caramela | May 11, 2018

Make sure you're ready for entrepreneurship before leaving behind a steady income.

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12 Reasons to Use Instagram for Your Business
By Kiely Kuligowski | December 30, 2020

Instagram is a great way to expand your business’s reach and engagement with your customers. Here are 12 reasons why you should make an account.

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Top WordPress Plugins to Improve SEO in 2018
By Guy Sheetrit | May 09, 2018

Improve search engine optimization on your WordPress site with these useful plugins.

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Avoiding the Panic Hire: How to Hire Swiftly and Effectively
By Chris Lennon | May 09, 2018

Don't let panic dictate your hiring decisions. Here's how to hire right the first time.

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Easy Ways to Slash Costs for Your Business
By business.com editorial staff | July 01, 2020

Looking for to lower your business's monthly costs? Here are nine ways to save.

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Your Company Carpool Incentive Could Be Exposing You to Legal Liability
By Paul Cannon | May 08, 2018

Employers with a carpool incentive could be liable for employee negligence on the road.

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Are Your Employees Bringing Out the Best in One Another?
By Kerry Goyette | May 07, 2018

The best teamwork occurs when complementary skills combine in an environment of respect.

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5 Industries Primed for Blockchain Disruption
By Michael Henman | May 07, 2018

Blockchain could revolutionize far more areas than just finance.

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Self-Healing Asphalt Still Trying to Crack Into the World's Infrastructure Systems
By Matt D'Angelo | May 07, 2018

Scientists say the material could double the life of roads in the future.

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Why Does Power Abuse Persist?
By Petrina Coventry | May 04, 2018

It's important to understand the psychology of abusers and their supporters.

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Should I Post Pricing on My Website?
By Adam Uzialko | May 04, 2018

Posting prices can help you beat the competition, but it could also hurt business.

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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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10 Best TED Talks for Training and Motivating New Employees
By Matt D'Angelo | May 03, 2018

These TED Talks have countless lessons for the modern worker.

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The Future of Global Mobility: Using Data Analytics for Project Success
By Heather Darby | May 03, 2018

This relatively new concept could revolutionize business relocation practices.

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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 Businesses Can Make the Most of Location-Based Technology
By business.com editorial staff | March 09, 2020

See smart and successful ways businesses are using location-based tech.

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Save the Salary: When and How You Can Enlist a Remote CFO
By Michael Burdick | May 01, 2018

Hiring a remote CFO isn't a leap of faith; it's a leap forward into the future.

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Managing Retail Employees: How to Keep the Good Ones
By business.com editorial staff | April 23, 2020

Retail has high turnover, but here are six ways to retain the ones you want.

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Renewals Dropping Off? Rethink Your Retention Strategy with These Tips
By Gayle Taskey | April 30, 2018

Use the power of persuasion to reinforce customers' decisions and keep them satisfied.

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Transformational Leadership Requires Someone Who Can 'Fix' and 'Build'
By Melissa Powell | April 30, 2018

Fixing and building are similar, but distinctive skills. A good leader needs both.

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How to Improve Millennial Employee Retention
By business.com editorial staff | March 30, 2020

With so many millennials in the workforce, it's important to understand their needs.

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What Government Loans Are Available to Entrepreneurs?
By Adam Uzialko | December 31, 2020

The SBA and USDA offer loans to assist entrepreneurs and business owners who need funding.

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4 Recruiting Models: Which is the Best for Your Company?
By business.com editorial staff | April 08, 2020

Hiring the right people starts with having the right recruiting model in place.

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Designing an Office? IWG Expert Says Flexibility and Lighting Should Influence Your Choices
By Chad Brooks | April 26, 2018

When designing a new workplace, flexibility and lighting are crucial factors.

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The Solution to Conflict Between Marketing and Sales? A Clearly Defined Process
By Matt Stoyka | April 26, 2018

Sales and marketing have the same goal: to convert leads to loyal customers.

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How to Judge the Success of a Marketing Campaign
By business.com editorial staff | June 01, 2020

Whether your campaign is analog or digital, there are ways to measure its success.

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How to Effectively Minimize Employees Wasting Time at Work
By business.com editorial staff | March 11, 2020

If you're not proactive, your team might spend more time on social media than their work.

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The Fatal Four: Avoiding Construction Injuries
By Jill Bowers | April 23, 2018

Learn the OSHA standards for preventing injuries and fatalities on construction sites.

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What Is a Shareholder Agreement?
By Sammi Caramela | November 11, 2020

With a shareholders' agreement, your corporation can avoid legal issues and challenges.

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5 Top Trends in Wearable App Technology for 2018
By Nabeena Mali | April 20, 2018

These innovative uses of wearable tech will be game-changers.

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How to Transition Your Business from an Office-Based Company to a Remote One
By Russell Smith | April 20, 2018

Switching to remote work is a big step, but it can be done. Here's how.

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The Tech Gap: How Real Small Businesses Adopt Technology
By Mona Bushnell | April 19, 2018

Thinking about adopting new tech? Find out how the Business.com community handles it.

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Staying On Track: Tips, Processes and Software to Keep Your Team Efficient
By Scott Gerber | April 19, 2018

When your team needs to stay on track, there's a lot you can do to help them get there.

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Biometrics and the Future: What It Means for Small Businesses
By Matt D'Angelo | January 28, 2021

Biometrics are popping up everywhere. Find out why it's good for business.

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How Should Entrepreneurs Pay Themselves?
By business.com editorial staff | March 19, 2020

As an entrepreneur, you're the one paying yourself, and it's not always a steady income.

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Switching to an Automated HR System? Here's How to Prepare
By business.com editorial staff | May 11, 2020

Automated HR systems are key to compliance. Here's how to prepare for the transition.