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The 5 Types of Decision Makers and How Each Can Thrive in Business
By Timothy Carter | April 04, 2016

Decision making is the best skill you can learn and the hardest skill to actually master. Learn what type of decision maker you are inside.

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Winning Writing: 5 Proven Tips for Becoming a Better Content Writer
By Jaykishan Panchal | April 01, 2016

Here are top 5 tips that will help you emerge as a top content writer and enjoy an enviable life.

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Divorce Is a Business Threat: Protecting Your Company With a Prenup
By Erik Episcopo | April 01, 2016

Discussing whether your business should be separate or marital property with your partner may not be romantic, but is absolutely necessary.

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Turn It Up: Aggressive Marketing Strategies for Startups in Any Industry
By business.com editorial staff | April 02, 2020

If you've got a product ready to go, how do you market it so that you can sell as many as possible in a short amount of time?

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Recruiting the Best Talent: Tips and Tricks for Finding "The One"
By Rick Riddle | April 01, 2016

If you want to know how to convince the top talent to join your team here are several tips and tricks you should consider.

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Sending Sanity: How to Organize Your Inbox to Be More Productive
By Niraj Ranjan | March 31, 2016

According to a survey by AtTask, U.S. employees at large-sized companies spent 14 percent of their work week on email.

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Building Blocks to Success: 8 Steps to Finding Your Strengths As An Entrepreneur
By Ryan Robinson | March 31, 2016

It's hard to know what you're good at, without years of experience. Here's the process to finding your true strengths as an entrepreneur.

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Time to Get Deep: Why CEOs Need to Embrace Mindfulness
By Ray Williams | March 31, 2016

Lonely CEO's may have a negative effect on their performance and their organizations success. Embracing mindfulness behavior can help.

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Growth Hacking 101: The Process & Techniques Used For Success
By Cody Bollerman | March 30, 2016

While the term “growth hacking” is being thrown around the online community as a buzzword, what does it really mean!? Here you have it.

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Follow the Leader: Top 50 Features Every Small Business Website Must Have [INFOGRAPHIC]
By Piyush Mangukiya | March 30, 2016

Before you design your site, be sure to check out this Infographic on 50 features every small business website must have.

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From Offline to Online: How to Take Your Brick & Mortar Business Online
By Business.com for Insightly | March 30, 2016

Even as brick and mortar stores push back against online retailers, e-commerce continues to thrive. It's time to transition online.

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From the Classroom: A Strategy for Applying the Growth Mindset Concept to Your Business
By Shirley Tan | March 30, 2016

The growth mindset can be applied to the business model to encourage happy and more motivated employees and a more successful business.

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You Can Do It: The 8 Best Jobs For Making Money in Your 20's
By Julie Ellis | March 29, 2016

Some say that your 20's are for learning and 30's are for earning, but there are jobs that allow you to earn a healthy salary in your 20's as well.

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Networking Ninja: 4 Tips for Getting the Most Out of a Conference
By Rob Stirling | March 29, 2016

A professional conference can be an incredibly valuable learning experience in more ways than one. Here's how to maximize the experience.

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Managing Resources: ERP Industry Trends That Impact Bottom Line
By Aaron Continelli | March 28, 2016

Businesses of all sizes can benefit from a well-integrated ERP software through noticeably simplified and enriched business interactions.

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Dress to Impress: Work Wardrobe Staples Every Professional Woman Needs
By Marisa Sanfilippo | March 28, 2016

You don’t need 100+ outfits, just a few that can be mixed & matched. Save space & money while looking fabulous with these work staples.

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Reaching the Masses: The Secret Guide To Instagram Influencer Marketing
By Shane Barker | March 28, 2016

An Instagram influencer marketing strategy can get you high traffic and engagement, which ultimately brings high returns/conversion.

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How The Rapidly Changing Business Ecosystem is The Harnessing 360-Degree Feedback System
By Anthony Carranza | March 28, 2016

If you are not using 360 degree feedback you could be falling to traditional workplace dynamics.

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Payments Suck: Breaking Down the Current Landscape of Payment Processing
By Peter Daisyme | March 25, 2016

Mobile payments present a world of opportunities, yet despite the possibilities, the payment industry has yet to catch-up. Learn more.

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Reality Check: Here Are 5 Signs Your Customer Service is Broken
By Christine James | March 25, 2016

Businesses sell products or services to customers.

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In Search of Side Work: 6 Lucrative Career Opportunities to Consider
By Faizan Raza | March 25, 2016

You can start your business without requiring any space for your office. Use the Internet to start your business from home today.

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Workplace Accidents: How to Avoid Them and What to Do When They Happen
By Simon Brisk | March 24, 2016

The truth about workplace accidents, how to avoid them, and what to do if they happen.

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Tap Into Your Emotions: Why EQ Could Be More Important Than IQ
By Suzanne Lucas | March 24, 2016

Having a high IQ can be very helpful to a successful career, but it might not be the most helpful thing. A good EQ could be even better.

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A Strong Foundation: 5 Books to Read Before Starting Your Business
By business.com editorial staff | April 07, 2020

An easier way of starting a business is to gather more knowledge and motivation. Here are five masterpieces that will help you.

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Communication Styles: How to Mentor the Introverts in Your Organization
By Janice Chaka | March 23, 2016

Just because someone isn’t a loud, confident person, it doesn’t mean that they cannot bring something positive to your business.

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Becoming a Sponge: How to Use Your Learning Style to Your Advantage
By Andrew Lovasz | March 22, 2016

It can be difficult to force yourself into a learning environment that isn’t conducive to how you best retain knowledge.

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The Inside Scoop: 3 Secrets No One Told You About Pitching Guest Posts
By Nadya Khoja | March 22, 2016

If you’re looking to get started in the guest-blogging game, but you have little to no experience, learn 3 secrets to getting started.

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Together Forever: 6 Challenges Every Family-Owned Business Faces
By Dan Steiner | March 22, 2016

Working with family can be a blessing and a curse. These are a few challenges common in family-owned businesses.

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Analytics and Beyond: 7 Best Tools for Managing Your Online Presence
By Amie Marse | March 22, 2016

Not all analytics are created equal. While analytics are good, you need other tools to make your website truly stand out.

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Sale Inside: How Retailers are Using Online Promotions to Dominate Sales
By Mike Wood | March 21, 2016

If you sell a product or service online, then you need to make sure you understand online promotions and how they can impact your business.

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5 Surprisingly Cheap Forms of Small Business Financing
By Marc Prosser | March 21, 2016

Looking for small business financing options that won't break the bank? These five inexpensive options might be work a look.

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How To Write Content for Each Section of Your Website
By Tommy Wyher | March 18, 2016

There is no one size fits all content template as it changes with company feel, size, and industry, but there are some general rules.

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What Budget? 4 Marketing Challenges Only Non-Profits Understand
By Blair Nicole | March 17, 2016

No one understands the challenges of marketing on a shoestring budget quite like a non-profit.

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CEO on the Go: 17 Tools You Need to Run Your Business From Your Phone
By Leo Welder | March 17, 2016

These 17 tools will enable a business owner to run their company from a smartphone.

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5 Psychological Triggers To Boost Your Online Sales and Drive More Conversions
By Jawad Khan | March 17, 2016

Here’s how you can leverage these psychological triggers that make people take action to increase conversions and boost your sales numbers.

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Stop Yourself Now: 4 Bad Habits That Will Make Your Business Plummet
By Rich Kahn | March 16, 2016

Any business owner knows, perception is reality. Bad habits could affect how your clients perceive you, causing your business to plummet.

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How Does Influencer Marketing Fit into Your Monthly Marketing Strategy?
By Shane Barker | March 16, 2016

Influencer marketing is a fast-emerging and profitable channel for marketers with higher return on investment than traditional marketing.

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Time Is Money: The 10 Best Time Tracking Tools for Freelancers
By James Richman | March 16, 2016

The traditional model of employment, including the good, old-fashioned nine-to-five office job, are coming under fire.

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Leave a Lasting Impression: Lessons on Presenting from Steve Jobs and TED Talks
By Rob Stirling | March 15, 2016

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, sooner or later, you will need to give a presentation at work or in an offsite meeting. Here's how to make it amazing.

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The Rise of Toxic Leaders And What We Can Do About It
By Ray Williams | March 15, 2016

Toxic leaders are on the rise in our organizations. Effective strategies need to be put in place to fix the problem. Here's what to do about

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Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary Isn’t Always Right About Licensing: Here’s Why
By Larry Alton | March 15, 2016

Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary loves licensing, but is it always the best option? Not exactly, and here's why.

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Telecom Companies says Content Marketing is 'WORTH' their Fortune
By Barbara McKinney | March 15, 2016

Stories appeal to emotion. Learn how did these Telecom giants succeed in their business venture with the help of CONTENT MARKETING.

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Corporate Relocation? 8 Apps to Make it a Smooth Move
By Angela Gonzalez | March 14, 2016

Office relocation can be a headache, but these 8 apps can help you keep your cool and make this move efficient and strategic.

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Nine to Five Fitness: 10 Ways to Exercise at Work
By Kim Tracy Prince | March 14, 2016

Getting your workout in during the day saves time, improves your health, and increasing your productivity. Here's how to do while working.

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Part of the Job: 7 Skills All Entrepreneurs Must Master
By Aaron Agius | March 11, 2016

There are a few other unexpected skills that entrepreneurs will need to succeed, you just might not be thinking about them yet.

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You've Been Hacked: Now What?
By Sarah Landrum | March 11, 2016

And about a third of chief information officers reported that they saw a 51 to 100 percent increase in cyber attacks in 2015.

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Steps to Success: 9 Important Life Rules Millennials Should Follow
By Matthew Toren | March 10, 2016

Millennials already dominate the workforce, but those who follow these nine life rules will be able to easily forge a path to success.

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4 Reasons Why Your Facebook Ads Are Not Converting
By Mari Smith | March 10, 2016

Facebook ads are the most targeted traffic your money can buy. Here are a few critical tweaks to convert your ads.

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3 Ways Technology is Improving Customer Service in the Auto Industry
By Blair Nicole | March 10, 2016

Technology is changing the way consumers interact with their auto service providers.

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The C-Suite Responds: Are Piercings & Tattoos in the Workplace Still Taboo?
By Suzanne Lucas | March 09, 2016

If you ever want to get a job, you can't have tattoos or piercings, right?