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About Me
Max Freedman is a content writer who has written hundreds of articles about small business strategy and operations, with a focus on finance and HR topics. He’s also published articles on payroll, small business funding, and content marketing. In addition to covering these business fundamentals, Max also writes about improving company culture, optimizing business social media pages, and choosing appropriate organizational structures for small businesses.
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Managing Editor, Staff Writer, Freelancer
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SCS Creative
June 2017
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Self-Employed
February 2017
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Managing Editor
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Nordic Spotlight
September 2018
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June 2019
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Rutgers University
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B.S.Field of Study:
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August 01, 2023Max's Activity
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What Is an Audited Financial Statement? Learn what an audited financial statement is, why your business might need one, and how unaudited accounting reports differ.
Updated October 30, 2023
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Employer Jury Duty Requirements: How Jury Duty Works Jury duty is a common cause of missed workdays. Learn how jury duty works, the employment laws that apply, and how to handle jury duty as an employer.
Updated September 05, 2023
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How to Survive Working 12-Hour Shifts Some professions, like truck drivers, nurses and police officers, require long shifts due to on-the-job duties. Learn tips for surviving 12-hour shifts.
Updated November 29, 2023
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How to Create a Market Research Plan Market research plans define an existing problem and/or outline an opportunity. From there, the marketing strategy is broken down task by task.
Updated December 06, 2023
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How to Structure a Stock Purchase Agreement (Template) A stock purchase agreement outlines the sale of company stock to buyers. Here's how to create a stock purchase agreement, along with a helpful template.
Updated January 03, 2024
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Debt vs. Equity Financing If you are considering debt or equity financing, it is important to know the pros and cons of each.
Updated January 18, 2024
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Should You Accept Equity as Compensation? Equity compensation is a strategy used to improve a business’s cash flow. Instead of a full salary, the employee is given a partial stake in the company.
Updated January 29, 2024
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Health Insurance: Employer and Employee Costs in 2024 Health insurance costs are a major factor in an employee benefits package. Here's what to expect from employer-sponsored plans this year.
Updated October 30, 2023
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The Psychology of Sales There is a lot of psychology involved in trying to make a sale. Here are the key principles to understand when you're marketing to your customers.
Updated February 02, 2024
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What Is OSHA Compliance? This guide explains OSHA and the regulations it sets for workplace safety and employee health. Learn how your small business can comply with OSHA.
Updated February 14, 2024
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The Small Business Guide to SIMPLE IRAs SIMPLE IRAs are an excellent retirement benefit option for small businesses to present to employees. Learn how SIMPLE IRAs work and what you need to know.
Updated February 14, 2024
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How to Calculate Night Shift Differential Pay Night shift differential pay applies to employees who don't typically work night shifts. Learn how to calculate and apply night shift differential pay.
Updated November 06, 2023
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Your Best Asset: The Power of Customer Loyalty and its Significance Attracting and retaining customers is crucial for a business' long-term growth. Learn why customer loyalty is critical and how to build and maintain it.
Updated November 06, 2023
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The 10 Largest E-Commerce Markets in the World by Country Here is a quick introduction to the biggest e-commerce markets in the world and some interesting facts about the industry in those countries.
Updated April 21, 2023
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How to Print Postcards at Home With Word Processing Software Creating your own postcards at home is not too difficult. Here is what you need and how to do it.
Updated December 12, 2023
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Need a Business Phone Number, but Not a Business Phone? A phone isn’t always necessary to do business these days. There are a number of options if you don’t need a traditional system.
Updated December 21, 2023
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Marketing to College Students College students value companies with authenticity. Learn how to reach this demographic through social media and using online and traditional tactics.
Updated December 20, 2023
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Guide to the Workers’ Compensation Claim Process Business owners should ensure their employees understand the workers' compensation claims process. Learn what's entailed and how the claims process works.
Updated January 09, 2024
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What to Know Before You Refinance Your Business Loans Evaluate these five elements before you move forward with refinancing.
Updated January 18, 2024
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Guide to Marketing Certifications Marketing certificates bolster your digital and traditional marketing skills and job prospects. Learn about marketing certifications and which are best.
Updated March 12, 2024