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Checklist: How to prepare for Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday is just a few weeks away. Are you ready? Use our checklist to prepare for the busiest shopping d...

November 2, 2017

Why you should make the business case for corporate philanthropy

Doing good in the community often translates to doing well as a business. Companies are often already supporting their l...

October 27, 2017

A tip for entrepreneurs – Don’t mix personal and business finances

Nhlakanipho “Nhlaks” Zondi shares advice to entrepreneurs on why they shouldn't mix personal and business finances.

October 25, 2017

2018 Social Media Trends for Small Businesses

5 social media trends businesses should watch out for in 2018

Social media expert, Rebecca Coleman shares her predictions about what’s going to be hot in social media in 2018.

October 24, 2017

Lost your passion for business? Here’s how to get it back

Sometimes in business, you’ll encounter a stumbling block and you begin to wonder, “Is this really what I should be doin...

October 23, 2017

How to establish payment terms

If you’re wondering how to establish payment terms with a customer, there are a few key things to think about. People al...

October 19, 2017

Do you go with the (cash) flow?

Are you struggling to keep your business afloat in a demanding and competitive marketplace? It may be because you’re hav...

October 19, 2017

Top 5 payroll mistakes made by business owners

As a new business owner managing your business and payroll can be challenging. Avoid thorny payroll issues by avoiding t...

October 13, 2017

6 tips for managing risk to reap the rewards

Small business owners are always taking risks when trying to grow their business. Here are 6 tips to help small business...

October 12, 2017

One secret to a thriving business: Invest in your relationships

Keith Ferrazzi, a global thought leader in relational and collaborative sciences, shares how to use relationship buildin...

October 6, 2017

Making an impact in the community with corporate volunteer programs

3 tangible benefits that businesses can reap from having corporate volunteer programs

October 3, 2017

DevOps: The right strategy for startups

Staying nimble and meeting customers' changing needs requires close collaboration between development and IT operations,...

September 29, 2017

5 ways to speed up your accounts receivables

Are cash flow problems keeping you up at night? Here are 7 ways to speed up your accounts receivables

September 26, 2017

4 steps to fix your boring business plan

Entrepreneurial coach Joey Womack shares the dos and don’ts of writing a solid business plan.

September 25, 2017

How to address mental health issues in the workplace

To an employee with a mental health condition, balancing everyday work and life can be a struggle. 40 million Americans ...

September 21, 2017

Sage Economic Report: The opportunity for SMBs in automating administrative tasks

A recent economic report from Sage Software revealed that the average small and medium business spends most of its time ...

September 19, 2017

How an accounting background set up these 3 small business owners for success

Three successful small business owners reflect on what accounting taught them about running a successful restaurant busi...

September 18, 2017

6 inexpensive perks that will motivate your employees

Making sure your employees are content, motivated and loyal is important. Employee perks and benefits are a great way to...

September 15, 2017

How to set smarter business goals

It’s difficult to attempt to control every area of your business, particularly if it’s growing quickly. Instead, set SMA...

September 12, 2017

How influencer marketing can help your business grow

Social media expert Rebecca Coleman shares influencer marketing tips to help your business grow.

September 11, 2017

5 expert tips for boosting profit

Business Expert, Emma Warren shares 5 tips on how to maintain a healthy cash flow and boost profit.

September 5, 2017

How to have a happy relationship as an entrepreneurial couple

Relationship & Intimacy Expert Marla Mattenson shares advice on how entrepreneur couples can grow their business and mai...

August 31, 2017

Talk payroll to me: A small business owner’s guide to payroll

To the average person, payroll can seem like a pretty simple thing. You work, you get paid. To a small business owner pa...

August 30, 2017

The CFO-CEO pipeline: 5 finance leaders share their secrets

Looking to fill a vacant CEO desk? The perfect candidate might just be sitting down the hall in the finance department.

August 25, 2017