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Why Tesla Should Fail, But Won't
By Kim Tracy Prince | November 03, 2015

Tesla Motors Is Successful So Far Despite Common Startup Challenges

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Inspiration Revealed: 36 Top CEOs Share Their Secrets to Success
By Lisa Froelings | November 02, 2015

Thirty-six top leaders share their secrets to success in a variety of business aspects. Get ready to be inspired!

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Fixed and Variable Expenses: What Do These Terms Mean?
By Sammi Caramela | September 29, 2020

To create a proper budget, you'll want to consider both your fixed and variable expenses. Here are some examples of each.

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Facts and Figures: Key Factors that Determine Startup Success
By Zac Johnson | November 02, 2015

This infographic shares the most influential factors for success in a startup. Do you have what it takes?

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Hooked on a Feeling: Why Customer Emotions Matter for Your Brand
By Becky Wu, Ph.D. Senior Executive Vice President | November 02, 2015

Customers want to feel a connection between what they buy and how they envision their lives. Here's how to tap into that need.

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Old Dog, New Tricks: What's the Best Age to Start a Business?
By business.com editorial staff | June 12, 2020

Very young entrepreneurs get a lot of press. But research shows 40-somethings are the best positioned to start a business.

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Breaking Down the Beast: How to Understand Google Analytics
By Seth Rand | October 30, 2015

As a leader in measurement and analysis, Google Analytics is an important tool for every business to understand. Help is here!

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10 Work Habits of Unsuccessful People—And How to Correct Them
By Justin R. Brown | October 30, 2015

Having a good job performance means getting ahead, and having a mediocre performance or attitude can stop your career in its tracks.

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Press Play: The Evolution of Video Marketing
By Kate Supino | October 30, 2015

Plus, How to Find the Right Producer for Your Video Needs

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The Face of Your Brand: Product Label Design Tips to Help You Attract Customers
By Jan Lehigh | October 30, 2015

How can your product stand out amongst its competitors? Here are tips on label design that will be sure to attract more customers.

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Want Your Employees to Be More Productive? It’s Time to Redecorate
By Tom Drake | October 29, 2015

Business owners routinely try to think of ways to boost worker productivity, but might be missing out on a simple solution: redecorating.

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5 Psychological Reasons Customers Say No To You
By Niraj Ranjan | October 29, 2015

Psychology and marketing go hand in hand. Marketers can benefit from the vast amount of surveys and research that psychologists have done.

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Putting It On Paper: Free Business Plan Template [DOWNLOAD]
By business.com editorial staff | March 27, 2020

Starting a business is a multifaceted process, and it all starts with a business plan. Download our free template to build yours today.

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Timing Is Everything: 10 Failed Inventions That Were Just Ahead of Their Time
By Kade Call | October 28, 2015

When it comes to new technologies, it’s not always about innovation; it’s about timing. These 10 products were just before their time.

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What Were They Thinking? The Worst Advertising Mistakes
By Carolyn Smurthwaite | October 28, 2015

We scoured the Internet, saw people's reactions and discovered how companies responded to provide you with this list of awful advertising.

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Problems at Work? 10 Signs That It's Not Them, It's You
By Suzanne Lucas | October 27, 2015

If you find yourself repeatedly suffering from the same problems at work, you might be the problem. Here are the signs that you're at fault.

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How to Create an Amazing Direct Mail Piece to Generate Holiday Sales
By Marc Prosser | October 26, 2015

Making a great holiday card doesn't have to be difficult or costly.

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Beacons are Beckoning: How Mobile Technology is Changing Retail
By business.com editorial staff | October 26, 2015

Retailers of all sizes are having to adjust to technology trends. How mobile technology is changing the in-store experience.

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25 People You Need to Meet at Money 20/20 in Las Vegas
By Brian Hughes | October 26, 2015

The Who’s Who of Money 20/20’s Top Financial Tech Innovators

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5 Things to Say to Advance Your Career Right Now
By Bob Pritchett | October 26, 2015

Here are 5 phrases that have the power to build better work relationships and help advance you within your career.

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Looking for Business Insurance? 9 Questions to Ask a Prospective Broker
By Sam Meenasian | October 23, 2015

Choosing business insurance can be overwhelming and so can finding the right agent. Ask these questions to find the best fit.

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Renewable Resources: The Impact of Green Energy on the Economy
By Jacob William | October 22, 2015

Find out why more countries are shifting away from non-renewables and harnessing wind, water, and solar to secure their future economies.

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What is the Point of View of Your Business?
By Taylor Ellwood | October 21, 2015

What is the Point of View of your Business? Why you need to explore the point of view of your business from a marketing perspective

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The Great Debate: Is Crying at Work Ever Okay?
By Kim Tracy Prince | October 21, 2015

Crying is great for reality television, but when is it acceptable in business?

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Are You Entitled at Work? Why It Might Actually Be a Good Thing
By business.com editorial staff | April 01, 2020

Younger workers are frequently mocked as “entitled.” But does entitlement provide the confidence needed to compete in the business world?

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Sales Coaching Is a Must: What to Consider and How to Execute
By Doug Dvorak | October 20, 2015

Important Factors to Consider Before Engaging in Sales Coaching

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Make It Memorable: Tips for Creating an Effective Brand Name
By Larry Alton | October 19, 2015

For a new business, creating and effectively marketing a new brand name is one of the most challenging aspects of starting a business.

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A Hand-Held World: The Future of Mobile Advertising
By Jacob William | October 19, 2015

The market for mobile advertising is evolving fast, and could soon present your largest opportunity. Here's how to make the most of it.

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Write Like a Pro: How to Improve Your Business Writing Skills
By Julie Petersen | October 16, 2015

Whether you are emailing coworkers or speaking with clients, professional communication skills are critical to business success.

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Get Found Faster: The Comprehensive Toolbox for SEO Marketing
By Shannon Evans | October 15, 2015

Don't have time to research all the SEO tools out there? We've compiled a great list of over 10 tools to get you started.

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Real Talk: Which Annoying Coworker Are You?
By business.com editorial staff | October 14, 2015

The cast of characters working at your office is not unique. There's one of every type in every office environment—which one do you play?

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Can a Gamified Work Environment Get Your Employees to Better Collaborate?
By Daan Pepijn | October 14, 2015

Employee engagement is a critical component in the success of large organizations and businesses. Add gamified work environment to the mix.

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Will Work for Funding: 7 Ways to Finance Your First Small Business
By Anna Johansson | October 14, 2015

When it comes to financing your new business, today's options are virtually limitless. But which one is right for you?

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Your Reputation Is Your Reality: How to Strengthen Your Company's Public Image
By Margarita Hakobyan | September 11, 2020

Your brand reputation is how you are perceived by your audience. Make sure your reputation remains sterling with these tips.

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3 Ways to Improve Transfer of Learning in the Workplace
By Larry Alton | October 13, 2015

Maximize Your Employee Training With a New Mindset & Tools

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Mobile App Marketing: How Apps Contribute to the Consumer Journey
By John Meyer | October 13, 2015

Regardless of the contributing factors, there is no denying the magnitude of digital commerce and the impact of mobile app marketing.

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Why Node.js is More Important than You Think
By Rick Silver | October 12, 2015

High Performance Web DevelopmentNode enables you to build fast, scalable web applications capable of handling a huge number of simultaneous connections with high throughput.

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Motivated to Sell: Proven Sales Compensation Strategies
By Doug Dvorak | October 12, 2015

How do you build sales compensation that drives both behavior and results? Here are the 4 approaches, and when they work best.

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Speed Dial 2.0: Top Ten Auto Dialers Compared
By Marc Prosser | October 09, 2015

What auto dialer options are available to small businesses?

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Filling the Blank Space: Business Lessons from Taylor Swift
By Anna Johansson | October 09, 2015

As an entrepreneur or business professional, you can glean a lot from studying how Taylor Swift approaches marketing, branding, sales & PR.

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The Write Stuff: 7 Award-Winning Company Blogs to Emulate
By Sherry Gray | October 09, 2015

While you understand the need and value of a blog, implementing one might seem a little overwhelming to a busy SMB owner.

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What's Not to Like? Anatomy of a Killer Facebook for Business Page
By Greg Shuey | October 08, 2015

Consumers expect you to be on Facebook, but that doesn't mean they want to 'like' your page. Here's the breakdown of an irresistible page.

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Bring on the Action: Utilizing Interactive Content to Grow User Engagement
By Zac Johnson | October 08, 2015

Industry stats, actionable tips and case studies on how interactive content marketing has helped grow small businesses online.

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That Was Easy: How to Make Payment Effortless for Clients
By business.com editorial staff | May 08, 2020

The ideal payment processes are rooted in the preferences of your customer – not those of your staff, or even your ideal business model.

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8 Steps to Getting $8,000 Out of Your Free Yelp Listing
By Brian Sutter | October 07, 2015

Yelp has the power to change your business—for better or worse. Here are 8 creative ways to get more revenue out the platform.

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The Death of the Workday: Is 9 to 5 Working Obsolete?
By Matt Byrom | October 07, 2015

Is the 9 to 5 working model still relevant—and does it have a future? Or are technical and cultural changes slowly rendering it obsolete?

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Yes-Men Are Dangerous: Why You Need Irritating People on Your Team
By Kim Tracy Prince | October 07, 2015

Leaders love it when employees support their ideas, and nobody likes that one guy who spoils all the fun. But he might be good for business.

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Break Free from Performance Management Shackles: Companies That Are Paving the Way
By business.com editorial staff | October 06, 2015

Performance reviews are no longer working. See how and why these big players have moved to a new way of evaluating employee performance.

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Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: When Should You Make Your First Million?
By business.com editorial staff | October 06, 2015

A million dollars doesn’t carry as much weight as it used to, but it still represents a major milestone. When should you reach it?

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Turning the Ship Around: A Guide to Changing Workplace Culture
By Anna Johansson | October 06, 2015

One of the more difficult challenges facing the CEO, owner or manager of a failing company is changing the culture of the workplace.