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Builder’s Risk Insurance: Not Just for Builders
By Nicole Urbanowicz | November 07, 2023

If a property is at risk for loss or damage during construction, consider builder's risk insurance. Learn what builder's risk covers and who needs it.

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Write Your Way to a Win: Business Proposal 101
By Jennifer Dublino | November 07, 2023

In some industries, writing business proposals is a crucial way to win new clients. Learn how to write a successful business proposal..

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The Shocking Truth: Why Every Company Is a Technology Company
By Kimberlee Leonard | November 07, 2023

Companies must adopt a tech mindset in their corporate identity. Learn why every business is a tech company and how to incorporate tech in your operations.

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10 Tips for Conducting an Effective Video Conference Call
By Jennifer Dublino | November 07, 2023

Video calls are integral to business communication. Learn video conference call tips and discover the best business phone systems for video conferencing.

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Things to Consider Before Presenting Your Idea to Investors
By Jennifer Dublino | November 07, 2023

Investor presentations require careful planning and organization. Learn what to consider before presenting an idea to investors and signs you're not ready.

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5 Restaurant Employee Scams That Will Cost Your Business Big
By Mona Bushnell | November 07, 2023

Learn how five top restaurant employee-theft scams work. We'll show you how to stop losing money to employee theft and retake control of your restaurant.

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5 Cringey Brand Fails on Social Media
By Julie Thompson | November 07, 2023

See these embarrassing social media screw-ups from major companies and social media marketing best practices so you don't make the same mistakes.

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10 Small Business Grants for Minorities
By Adam Uzialko | November 07, 2023

Business grants help provide free funding to minority business owners. Check out the most updated list of minority business and how to apply.

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Need a Loan? Lending Trends That Are Increasing Your Chances of Getting Funds
By Donna Fuscaldo | November 07, 2023

From tighter lending criteria to the rise of payment processors, many changes are underway in small business lending.

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PR Nightmares: What You Can Learn From the Biggest Business Blunders
By Julie Thompson | November 07, 2023

Business owners can learn a lot from PR mistakes made by some of the biggest companies. Here are a few key public relations lessons.

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Why Personal Branding Is Crucial for Any Industry
By Chad Brooks | November 07, 2023

Entrepreneurs who communicate their expertise and vision are creating a personal brand. Learn how personal branding can help your sales and operations.

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How to Learn From Your Failures: 4 Valuable Lessons
By Thomas Griffin | November 07, 2023

Failure is inevitable as an entrepreneur, so it’s important to develop a healthy attitude about it. Here are four lessons you can learn from failing.

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Know Your Customers: How Different Generations Prefer To Pay
By Julie Thompson | November 07, 2023

Businesses should understand what payment tools their customers like to use. Learn the methods different demographics favor.

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How to Utilize Big Data for Human Resources
By Skye Schooley | November 07, 2023

Big data can be an effective tool for HR professionals to hire and retain top talent. Learn some smart ways to use big data in human resources.

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Small Business Guide to Hiring a Social Media Manager
By Kiely Kuligowski | November 07, 2023

Are you considering hiring a social media manager for your business? Find out what to look for, where to find one and how much you should pay.

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Get Smart: What Is Business Intelligence, and Why Do You Need It?
By Julie Thompson | November 07, 2023

Business intelligence tools can help your small business decrease costs and operate more efficiently. Learn how you can use BI for data analysis.

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How to Implement Continuous Performance Management
By Jennifer Dublino | November 07, 2023

Continuous performance management can boost morale and improve communication. Learn how to implement continuous performance management in your company.

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CIO vs. CMO: Who Owns What?
By Jennifer Dublino | November 07, 2023

When considering tech purchases for marketing functions, your company may have a conflict between the CIO and the CMO. Who should be in charge?

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20 Top Career Paths for Tech Geeks: Which One Is Right for You?
By Mark Fairlie | November 07, 2023

There's a shortage of tech talent in America today. This is a job seekers' market, with wages rising. Learn what positions are needed.

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6 Tips to Improve Your Social Media Presence
By Jennifer Dublino | November 07, 2023

Social media marketing is an effective and affordable way to connect with your target market. Follow these tips to strengthen your social media presence.

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5 Ways to Drastically Cut Business Costs
By Katharine Paljug | November 07, 2023

Small businesses often have slim profit margins. Learn how to cut expenses to boost cash flow, invest in growth and lower prices without impacting revenue.

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Stress and Productivity: What the Numbers Say
By Sean Peek | November 07, 2023

Whether it is related to family, health, work or school, everyone experiences stress at some time. Here is how to manage it better.

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10 Ways Employee Monitoring Software Can Benefit Your Remote and In-Office Teams
By Skye Schooley | November 07, 2023

Learn whether employee monitoring software can benefit your business.

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Customer Delight: The New Standard in Customer Service
By Sean Peek | November 07, 2023

To delight a customer is to provide the unexpected. Here are seven key principles to providing a delightful customer service experience.

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Should You Pick the Cheapest Payroll Service?
By Sean Peek | November 07, 2023

QuickBooks, Rippling, Gusto and Zenefits are among the cheapest payroll services that also boast a range of features for small businesses.

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How to Recruit New Employees
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

Effective recruiting strategies can improve your workforce and save you money. Learn what the recruitment process is and how to conduct it.

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What Is Employee Attrition?
By Nicole Fallon | November 06, 2023

Employee attrition occurs when someone leaves a company, for any reason and through any means, and is not replaced by another employee.

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BambooHR Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

BambooHR software facilitates effective employee recruitment, hiring and onboarding. Learn about BambooHR's applicant-tracking system and other features.

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10 Core Functions of HR Software
By Laura Handrick | November 06, 2023

What core functions do HR departments handle? Find out whether keeping HR in-house or outsourcing is best for your business.