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WeWork Creative Director: Workplace Design and Employee Experience One and the Same
By Chad Brooks | November 09, 2017

We asked Devin Vermeulen for his insights on office design and shared workspaces.

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13 Tips to Win Customers Over the Phone
By Max Freedman | October 05, 2020

When on the phone with your potential customers, you need these skills to make the sale.

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Considering a Fleet Tracking Solution? How to Pick the Right One
By Larry Alton | November 09, 2017

Fleet tracking systems can increase efficiency and worker productivity.

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Brick-and-Mortar vs. Ecommerce Stores: How to Leverage the Best of Both
By Dawn Kuczwara | November 09, 2017

How to win the battle between physical stores and online shopping

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Increase Your Productivity by Mastering the Art of Slowing Down
By Steven McConnell | November 08, 2017

The human brain is like any sophisticated computer. Sometimes it needs a reboot.

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7 Tools to Better Manage Freelancers and Contractors
By Cabe Atwell | November 07, 2017

Make your team of freelancers efficient and productive with these tech tools.

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4 Tips for Re-Engaging Past Clients
By Anna Johansson | November 03, 2017

Increasing your customer retention rate by 5 percent can raise profits five times or more.

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Is Direct Mail Right for Your Construction Business?
By Larry Alton | November 02, 2017

Direct mail has resurged in recent years. Here's how to get a good ROI on your campaign.

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Advertising on the Radio? Know These FCC Rules
By business.com editorial staff | June 22, 2020

Stay in compliance and reach customers with these tips.

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Should Your Restaurant Accept Bitcoin?
By Andreas Rivera | November 02, 2017

When accepting cryptocurrency makes sense in restaurants, and when it doesn't

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Because Every Penny Counts: The Ultimate Free Tech Toolbox for Startups
By Craig Walker | November 01, 2017

Here are 19 free or low-cost apps and services that can give your startup a boost.

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How to Build a Successful SEO Strategy When You're a Small Business
By Lucas Bikowski | November 01, 2017

Create a strong, scalable strategy for your small business using these seven elements.

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5 Essentials of the Perfect Business Plan
By business.com editorial staff | May 08, 2020

To create the perfect business plan, include these five elements.

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3 Lessons for Modern and Tenacious Leaders
By Steven McConnell | November 01, 2017

Leadership keeps evolving, but you can't go wrong with these three principles.

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Should Your Business Use Arbitration Clauses in Employment Contracts?
By Justin O. Walker | October 31, 2017

Let's explore the pros and cons of arbitration clauses for your business.

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The Insurance Industry's Next Big Hurdle: Customer Centricity
By Roi Agababa | October 26, 2017

Insurers are stuck in the past. Here's how to change that.

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3 Ways to Amplify Your Brand Through Strategic Partnerships
By Tony Delmercado | October 26, 2017

See how you and your partner business can benefit each other.

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Restaurant Food Handler Certification Guide
By Mary Kyle | October 26, 2017

Credentials for mastering food safety rules and regulations

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Deposit Required? When to Ask Customers to Pay Upfront
By Larry Alton | October 26, 2017

Learn three tips for getting paid before the work is done.

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10 Ways to Improve Your Local Marketing Strategy
By business.com editorial staff | April 01, 2020

Use these marketing tactics to help you and your clients win business in your community.

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Choosing the Right Uniforms for Your Restaurant Staff
By Rich Sharptek | October 25, 2017

Staff uniforms speak volumes to customers. Here's how to choose the right attire.

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The Best Businesses to Buy in 2018
By Bruce Hakutizwi | October 24, 2017

Looking to buy a new business venture in the new year? Here are your best options.

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Communicate With Influence Using These 5 Steps
By Stacey Hanke | October 24, 2017

Here are five ways to make sure others hear and understand you.

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Make the Most of Mobile: Offering an Optimized Experience
By Diana Wertz | October 24, 2017

Have you considered all these ways your business should optimize for mobile?

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Dominating the SERPs: How to Take up Multiple Spots on Google's First Page
By Michael Hayes | October 24, 2017

See how to leverage all possible spots on the first page of Google search results.

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4 Tips for Developing a Bulletproof Social Media Plan
By Pratik Dholakiya | October 23, 2017

Every business, no matter how small, can reap the returns of social media. Here's how.

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How to Hire a Great Web Developer
By Matt D'Angelo | October 19, 2017

Finding the right help can be daunting, but there are some useful tips to ease your pain.

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Food Truck Tech: What You Need to Know
By Andreas Rivera | October 19, 2017

Restaurants on wheels are staying competitive with the latest apps and technology.

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Common Construction Accounting Problems Solved
By business.com editorial staff | May 04, 2020

Accountants in the construction industry face unique challenges. Here are four ways to simplify your construction accounting procedures.

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10 Dos and Don'ts For Creating a App for Your Retail Store
By Jackie Dove | October 19, 2017

Smartphone apps can improve your customer's retail experience, if you do it right.

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Which Business Phone System is Best for Your Business?
By Matt D'Angelo | October 18, 2017

Here's how to narrow phone options down with this quick list.

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Power Couples Unleash the Secret to Running a Successful Business
By Malini Bhatia | October 18, 2017

10 tips to create a healthy work-life balance with your significant other

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WePay's John Canfield on Protecting Your Business From Scams
By Chad Brooks | October 18, 2017

WebPay CEO John Canfield says these are the new scams small business should watch for

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How to Self-Fund Your Business
By Sean Peek | April 06, 2020

It can take years to get your vision off the ground, but the rewards of owning every aspect of your company is worth the hard work of bootstrapping. Here's how you can self-fund your business idea.

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How to Find Anyone's Business Email Address
By Henry Foster | October 08, 2020

When you need to do cold outreach, you can usually find the contact info you need online.

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3 Ways to Generate Free Leads for Your Business
By Tim Dearlove | October 13, 2017

Here's how you can generate passive leads starting today.

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How to Clean and Speed Up Your Laptop
By Business.com Contributor | August 06, 2020

Make your laptop run faster with these seven quick fixes.

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Navigating Your Team to a Successful IPO and Beyond
By Mike Tuchen | October 11, 2017

Advice from a CEO one year after going public

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How You Should (and Shouldn't) Take Your Own Headshot
By business.com editorial staff | July 10, 2020

Read this before attempting to photograph your own professional headshot.

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7 Best Tactics to Promote Your Business Podcast
By business.com editorial staff | June 30, 2020

Anybody can start a podcast, but how does one grow an audience? Here's how to earn more listeners.

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The American Dream Isn't Dead
By Tom Alexander | October 11, 2017

Yes, America is facing challenges, but we are a nation of innovators.

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Digital Copier Buying Guide
By Matt D'Angelo | October 11, 2017

Follow this basic advice to make the right choice for a digital copier for business.

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3 Ways to Maximize ROI on Your PPC Ads
By Eimantas Balciunas | October 11, 2017

These tried and true methods will help you make the best of your Google AdWords campaigns.

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5 Restaurant Employee Scams That Will Cost Your Business Big
By Mona Bushnell | October 11, 2017

These five scenarios are how most restaurant workers steal from you, and how to stop them.

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Entrepreneurs: How to Move From Obscure to Influential
By Anna Johansson | October 10, 2017

5 steps for becoming an influencer

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3 Creative Ways to Reach Your Audience Through Content Creation
By Zac Johnson | October 10, 2017

With the content overload on the internet, how can you make yours stand out?

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5 Ways Blockchain Tech Can Benefit Businesses Across the Globe
By Daan Pepijn | October 09, 2017

Bitcoin is just the beginning of how the technology can boost business.

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3 Marks of a Bad Legal Blog Post – and 8 Marks of a Good One
By Qamar Zaman | October 09, 2017

It's better for a law firm not to blog at all than to have a bad blog. Here are some tips.

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Kabbage's Kathryn Petralia on Improving SMB Lending
By Chad Brooks | October 09, 2017

The co-founder of the online lending platform on how tech is changing the landscape

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Startup or Franchise: Which One Is Right for You?
By Eric Bell | October 06, 2017

Consider these 8 factors to make the right decision for you