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To File or Not to File: A Business Insurance Claim
By Arthur Murray | July 10, 2015

A small business owner purchases commercial insurance so that he or she can file a claim if something goes wrong at the venture.

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What Are You Doing to Nurture Your Most Valuable Asset?
By Anna Johansson | November 20, 2020

Employee development is critical to the success of your business.

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Power to the People: How to Launch and Maintain a Referral Marketing Program
By Samuel Edwards | July 09, 2015

A well-run referral program will not experience diminished profit margins. As the program scales, it will naturally become cost-effective.

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Motivational Superhero Quotes to Give You Power
By Carolyn Smurthwaite | July 09, 2015

In honor of Comic-Con International, here are ten motivational quotes from superheroes to give you the power boost you need for your day.

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What's Your Disaster Recovery Plan?
By Eric J. Naiburg | July 06, 2015

The Factors You Must Consider When Computing In the Cloud

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Do Awards Really Do Anything for Your Company?
By business.com editorial staff | July 01, 2015

Yes, but Tooting Your Own Horn is an Art Form

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10 Interview Questions to Ask When Hiring a Product Manager
By business.com editorial staff | June 10, 2020

Ask these questions when looking for the right person to take on the essential role of managing your business's products.

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It's Not All Paperwork: How Does HR Really Spend Their Time?
By Ian Burke | June 26, 2015

From recruiting to management, the Human Resources department drives business.

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The Most Common IT Mistakes - Which Ones Are You Making?
By Anna Johansson | June 25, 2015

Technology is the heart of a business, but lack of a knowledgable technology department could yield disastrous results for your business.

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Need a Business Phone Number, but Not a Business Phone?
By business.com editorial staff | May 06, 2020

You already have a cell phone to make calls. You don't need another phone for business. You need a business number to work on your phone.

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Company Culture Metrics: What You Need to Be Tracking and Why
By Sarah Landrum | June 24, 2015

Four important measures of performance in the office and components of company culture that you need to be tracking.

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Social Workers for Business? How They're Helping the Private Sector
By business.com editorial staff | April 06, 2020

It's not just corporate responsibility where social workers can help businesses.

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14 Tools to Track Key Performance Indicators for Your Business
By Scott Gerber | June 23, 2015

These Attractive Dashboards Give a Reader-Friendly Overview of Your Company's Objective

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The More the Merrier: Using Crowdsourcing for Your Content Marketing Efforts
By Mark Gadala-Maria | June 23, 2015

There has never been as inexpensive and powerful a tool for developing content for users as that found in crowdsourcing.

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Is Wholesale Over? The Death of the Middleman
By business.com editorial staff | June 10, 2020

Companies like Warby Parker are changing the game.

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Why It's Time To Change Your Company's Dress Code
By Suzanne Lucas | June 22, 2015

Dress Codes Do Not Dictate Skill in 2015

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Are Hashtags Intellectual Property?
By Daliah Saper | June 19, 2015

Hashtags began on Twitter and have now spread to other major social media websites like Facebook, Google+ and Instagram—and to communication in general.

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Cracking the Code: The Pros and Cons of QR Codes
By business.com editorial staff | April 09, 2020

QR codes have many benefits, but before deciding if they are right for your business, understand their disadvantages as well.

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What Is the Number One Trait That Makes For Employee Satisfaction?
By Amy Blackburn | June 18, 2015

Plus, four more that matter—A lot

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14 Apps That Help You Manage Your Business On the Go
By Scott Gerber | June 17, 2015

The members of Young Entrepreneur Council swear by these apps to stay connected to their business. Which should your company use?

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The Future of Work: Freelancing Goes From Rags to Riches
By Nik Badminton, Futurist and Growth Consultant | June 17, 2015

The Contingent Workforce is Growing and Opportunity Abounds for All

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Get a Whiff of This: Research Proves Marketing With Scent Increases Sales
By business.com editorial staff | June 01, 2020

Consumers are plagued with oversaturation of visual content. By adapting your marketing strategy to include scent, you can improve your ROI.

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Top Tips to Ensure Clients Pay on Time and Increase Your Cash Flow
By Loren Baker | June 15, 2015

Keeping track of cash flow is critical for your business, and we have found the 12 best tips to ensure your customers pay you on time.

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Things to Consider When Launching Your App in the Cloud
By Eric J. Naiburg | June 11, 2015

Cloud computing is on everybody’s mind these days and this article will look at four things to consider before you move to the cloud.

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Researchers Identify the 14 Key Areas of Employee Disengagement
By Amy Blackburn | June 11, 2015

Plus, how to improve waning employee engagement.

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Buying a Business: The Pros and Cons of Seller Financing
By business.com editorial staff | June 12, 2020

Buying a business through seller financing is an overlooked option. How does it work? How do both parties get a good deal?

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From Mall Madness to Sadness: Why Shopping Centers Will Soon Be Obsolete
By Sudeep Banerjee | June 03, 2015

Retail shops need to act fast. Ecommerce is on the rise, while brick and mortar shops around the country are closing their doors.

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No Rest for the Weary: How to Stay Happy & Healthy While Business Traveling
By Kim Tracy Prince | June 03, 2015

Here are some recently crowd-sourced tips from true road warriors on how to minimize the pain of business travel, and maximize the results.

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Digital Disrupt: What We Can All Learn From the Netflix Model
By business.com editorial staff | June 03, 2015

Adoption of new digital technologies has been a catalyst for business success stories. Spotting trends is key for survival—innovate or die.

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How to Make Your Direct Sales Business Explode in No Time
By Lucinda Watrous | June 02, 2015

Are you a direct sales consultant struggling to get your business off the ground? These tips can help.

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Strike a Chord: Is Banjo Your Next Secret Weapon for Social Media?
By business.com editorial staff | June 01, 2015

The Banjo app reports on what is happening right now, anywhere. It mines social media content based on geographic location. An opportunity?

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13 Ways to Attract a More Diverse Candidate Base
By Scott Gerber | May 29, 2015

A diverse team is a strong team. Here are 13 tactics to ensure you are attracting and recruiting all types of candidates.

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What Is ERP Software & How Can It Increase Efficiency?
By Seth Rand | May 28, 2015

ERP software can help your business better communicate goals, objectives and strategies. But what else can it do, and which to choose?

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Creating an Employee-Centric Company Culture Will Not Be the Death of Your Business
By business.com editorial staff | April 17, 2020

Does your company fear giving power to its employees? Here are some of the benefits of granting them freedom to drive the company.

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B2B Marketing: Focus on the Big Picture
By Tony Uphoff | May 27, 2015

Don’t get caught up in in data and analysis. Focus instead on the big picture, and then match your B2B marketing tactics to your strategy.

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The Hidden Ways Gender Bias Can Sabotage Recruitment
By Robyn Melhuish | May 27, 2015

The job search is a game, and everyone approaches it with a different strategy, and gender can impact the search in ways you don't realize.

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Identifying Online Fraud & How to Stop It
By Geoffrey Grow | May 26, 2015

The wide variety of online payment methods plays a big role in the proliferation of ecommerce, but it also provides opportunities for fraud.

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Federal Tax ID Numbers and How to Protect Your Business From Fraud
By Andrew Martins | November 23, 2020

Businesses need a federal tax ID number before they can open their doors, but did you know they're vulnerable to fraud?

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The Influence of Leadership Styles: How Givers and Takers Match Up
By business.com editorial staff | April 08, 2020

Workplaces are full of givers, takers, and matchers. What are the pros and cons of various leadership styles?

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Myers-Briggs & Office Design: How to Satisfy The Needs of Different Personalities
By Lee Parsons | May 22, 2015

Whether you are looking to revive your office interior design, or are considering a whole office relocation, focus on personality types.

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Not Just a Game: Legal Considerations for Social Media Contests and Sweepstakes
By Daliah Saper | May 21, 2015

Businesses have relied on sweepstakes or contests to attract customers, build traffic, and increase brand awareness for decades.

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The Importance of Social Media Monitoring for Customer Experience
By Max Freedman | August 24, 2020

Monitoring your social media accounts gives you insight into what your customers are discussing, thus helping you to meet their needs and boosting satisfaction.

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4 Business Owners Weigh In: What's The ONE Thing Most Critical to Success?
By Clint Evans | May 18, 2015

Inspired by "The ONE Thing," these business owners reveal their "one thing" that's been most critical to their success.

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The Most Common Workplace Issues and How to Deal With Them
By Tamar Weinberg | May 18, 2015

Here’s how to tackle the most common workplace issues that may arise and how to come out swinging like a pro.

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Shopper's Delight: The Fundamental Guidelines for E-Commerce Design
By Jerry Low | May 18, 2015

How to keep your website visitors happy and coming back for more

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6 Characteristics of a Dynamic Entrepreneur
By John Moyer | May 15, 2015

Do you possess the qualities that make an entrepreneur successful in today's business world? These are the 6 top characteristics.

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Lessons from Lynn Tilton, the Wonder Woman of Wall Street
By business.com editorial staff | May 14, 2015

Lynn Tilton's unapologetic, larger than life persona led her to own more businesses than any woman in America. What can you learn from her?

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How to Promote Your Personal and Professional Brand Using LinkedIn
By Kristin Hovde | May 14, 2015

LinkedIn is the perfect medium for bringing awareness to your brand, be in personal or professional. Maximize it with these tips.

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Harnessing Your Wanderlust: How to Be a Successful Digital Nomad
By Alesia Hsiao | May 14, 2015

Have you been daydreaming of the big world out there? Become a digital nomad and take your career with you. Here's how.

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Super Sales Strategies: Quick Tips for Upselling and Cross-Selling
By business.com editorial staff | April 09, 2020

Improve your site revenue by upselling and cross-selling like a pro. Here are quick and easy tips to help you boost your sales.