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Outgrowing Your Office Space? Should You Lease or Buy?
By Karina Fabian | January 08, 2018

Consider these factors before buying or leasing your construction office.

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Pop-Up Shops: What You Need to Know
By Andreas Rivera | January 08, 2018

Follow this advice to ensure your pop-up store is a success.

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Should Your Restaurant be on Grubhub?
By Mona Bushnell | January 08, 2018

What you need to know to decide if Grubhub is right for your restaurant.

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Ask Yourself These 8 Questions Before Spending Any Money on Influencer Marketing
By Shane Barker | January 05, 2018

Influencer marketing isn't for every business. These questions will help you decide.

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12 Construction Podcasts You Should Be Listening To
By business.com editorial staff | May 27, 2020

Get insights and advice from construction industry experts in these free podcasts.

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Does Interning Abroad Mean More Job Opportunities?
By business.com editorial staff | March 25, 2020

Interning in college can boost your career chances. An internship in another country gives you even more of a competitive advantage.

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Building Critical Thinking Skills to Solve Problems at Work
By Lynette Reed | January 04, 2018

Follow this six-step discussion process to foster critical thinking in your team.

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In-House and Freelance Web Developers Are Ideal for Small Business
By Matt D'Angelo | January 03, 2018

Freelancers are great for quick projects, while in-house developers provide ongoing work.

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Concur's Christal Bemont on Managing Business Travel Expenses
By Chad Brooks | January 03, 2018

We spoke to Bemont on the rise of business travel and its expense challenges.

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5 Factors for First-Time Ecommerce Dropshippers to Consider
By Nathan Resnick | January 03, 2018

Here's what you need to know when choosing dropshipping for your online store.

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How to Improve Your Business's SEO Results on Google
By Matt D'Angelo | January 02, 2018

Improving your rank on Google means creating SEO-friendly web pages.

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6 Reasons Your Business Should Accept Cryptocurrency
By Megan Totka | December 28, 2017

See why and how to accept digital currency like Bitcoin from your paying customers.

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Should You Forgo College to Start a Business?
By Eugene Cheng | December 28, 2017

A college degree is no longer absolutely necessary for a young person to succeed in life.

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Twitter as a Customer Support Channel
By business.com editorial staff | March 18, 2020

Consider using this social media service to connect with your customers.

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Age Discrimination in the Workplace: What Your Business Needs to Know
By Justin O. Walker | December 28, 2017

Learn about ageism and the steps your business can take to prevent it.

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Can You Afford to Buy a Franchise?
By business.com editorial staff | April 22, 2020

It's possible even on a budget, but you need to know your options and obligations first.

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On the Job: What a Construction Manager Does
By Michael Hayes | December 21, 2017

Learn what it takes to succeed as a construction manager.

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8 Smart Tips for Evaluating Your Outsourcing Partner
By business.com editorial staff | March 24, 2020

When outsourcing any part of your production process, following these eight steps will help you pick the right company.

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Host a Holiday Party Your Clients Will Want to Attend
By Anna Johansson | December 21, 2017

Follow these 7 tips to throw a festive, successful holiday celebration.

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Electronic Signatures and the Law: What You Need to Know
By business.com editorial staff | June 15, 2020

What are the laws and best practices surrounding e-signature software?

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How to Create an Actionable Annual Plan for Your Business in 2018
By Brian Lim | December 21, 2017

For a successful new year, you need well-organized and thought-out goals and metrics.

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Small Business Guide to Marketing Analytics Tools
By Matt D'Angelo | December 20, 2017

Marketing analytics can provide vital insights for your business.

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How an Effective Remote Work Culture Can Relieve the Loneliness Epidemic
By Matt Wool | December 20, 2017

Build a positive, nurturing culture for your remote employees.

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3 Keys to a Great Customer Experience in 2018
By Jennifer Tomlinson | December 20, 2017

As you wrap up the year, set your company up for success by putting the customer first.

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How Technology Is Changing the Mystery Shopper World for SMBs
By Mona Bushnell | December 19, 2017

Mystery shopper companies are taking advantage of new technology.

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7 Best Uniform Designs for Businesses in the Hospitality and Restaurant Industries
By Rich Sharptek | December 19, 2017

Get inspired with these simple yet sharp uniform ideas.

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Tech Tools to Manage Subcontractors
By business.com editorial staff | July 13, 2020

Upgrade from a clipboard and pen to cloud-based apps to track subcontractors' work.

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Blockchain Offers Multiple Benefits to Restaurants
By business.com editorial staff | June 01, 2020

Blockchain has several applications in the food industry, and for restaurants, in particular, that number is growing.

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Progressly's Nick Candito on Making the Switch to a Paperless Office
By Chad Brooks | December 18, 2017

Digital transformation is no longer an option – it's a necessity for all businesses.

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If You Accept Payments on the Job, Your Small Construction Business Needs a POS System. Here's Why
By Lori Fairbanks | December 18, 2017

Even if you prefer cash and checks, a POS system is a useful payments tool.

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A Guide to Foreign Business Entities and Their U.S. Tax Classification
By Joshua Ashman Ephraim Moss | December 12, 2017

Learn more about the U.S tax classification of foreign business entities.

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Color Psychology: How You Can Boost Sales and Morale With the Right Hues
By Rich Sharptek | December 12, 2017

The colors in your branding and staff uniforms are an opportunity, not just a preference.

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7 Ways to Keep Your Small Business Afloat in Any Financial Climate
By Darin Namken | December 11, 2017

Recession-proof your business.

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SMS Marketing vs. Mobile Marketing: Where, When and How to Use Them
By Edward Page | August 06, 2020

Both SMS marketing and mobile marketing are critical to your overall marketing strategy. Learn how and when to use each form.

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Amazon Business Features Your Small Business Can Use
By Max Freedman | April 09, 2020

Amazon Business offers some useful features your business can use to boost sales and revenue. Here's how to take full advantage of the tools Amazon Business provides.

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Pricing: How Much Does a New POS System Cost?
By Donna Fuscaldo | November 16, 2020

There are more affordable point-of-sale system options available than ever.

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How to Convert Paper Form into a Searchable/Fillable PDF Form
By business.com editorial staff | December 08, 2017

Step-by-step instructions make it easy.

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Everything You Need to Know about 7702 Plans
By business.com editorial staff | December 08, 2017

A 7702 plan isn't really a retirement plan at all – it's a life insurance policy.

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9 Ways to Improve Your Office Workflow
By business.com editorial staff | June 05, 2020

Does your daily workflow feel hectic or like there's never enough time? Here are some ways to make it smoother.

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Types of POS Systems
By business.com editorial staff | May 28, 2020

Here's what you need to know about various types of POS systems.

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13 Tips for Before, During and After a Conference Call
By Matt D'Angelo | April 21, 2020

Make sure your next conference call is a resounding success by following these 13 tips.

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The Best Business Uses of Microsoft Word
By Jennifer Post | September 29, 2020

Microsoft Word offers a lot more options than you might think.

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How Color Can Impact Your Restaurant
By Matt D'Angelo | December 07, 2017

Color plays as important a role as sound in building a restaurant atmosphere.

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The State of Big-Box Retailers (and What That Means for SMBs)
By Andreas Rivera | December 07, 2017

How are the large retailers and the little guys faring with Amazon and e-commerce booming?

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What Is a Credit Card Imprinter?
By business.com editorial staff | December 07, 2017

Here's what you need to know about credit card imprinters

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Shopify vs. WordPress
By business.com editorial staff | April 13, 2020

We compare the two services to help you decide which is better for your e-commerce site.

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Should You Buy an Existing Franchise?
By business.com editorial staff | May 01, 2020

There's an alternative to launching a new franchise: Buy an existing one.

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The Ultimate Small Business Guide to Credit Card Processing Fees
By Simone Johnson | June 16, 2020

Learn about credit card processing fees and how to negotiate for lower costs.

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Is Internet Faxing Safe? How to Send and Receive Faxes Online Safely
By business.com editorial staff | June 08, 2020

There's no need to fear a lack of security if your company decides to receive faxes online

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Is a Walmart Credit Card Right for Your Business?
By business.com editorial staff | May 29, 2020

How well does the Walmart credit card compare to other credit cards?