Building a Business
3 Recession-Proof Strategies for Small Business Owners
Now is the time for entrepreneurs to create an action plan for navigating an unpredictable economy.
By Carolyn Rodz
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Human Resources
If You Want to Attract and Retain the Best Employees, You Need to Be Using This Tool
CRM solutions can reduce workloads and improve processes to help increase employee satisfaction and entice new talent.
By Steve Oriola
Marketing
Tips for Developing a Marketing System
Successful marketing lies in focusing on three main components and creating an efficient business system.
Building a Business
How to Scale Up Your Small Business from the MVP Phase
Note that scaling up requires certain instinct, determination and learning to be successful.
Business Ideas
7 Mistakes That Make or Break Small Businesses
Launching a new business is risky -- learn from other's mistakes and set yourself up for success.
Building a Business
6 Ways Small Towns Can Create More Economic Growth
Ideas for creating growth locally and for bringing growth from outside your locale.
Building a Business
Keep Your Small Business Competitive With the 3E Strategy
Invest in the right areas of your company and you'll be competing with companies that are twice your size, but only half as smart.
Tech
3 Entrepreneurial Uses of Artificial Intelligence That Will Change Your Business
For solutions to problems, artificial intelligence is the future of business.
Building a Business
How Small Businesses Can Meet and Exceed the Expectations of a Hybrid, Multi-Generational Workforce
While there is no one-size-fits-all solution to a hybrid workplace structure, SMBs who cater to the diverse needs of their staff will be well-poised for long-term success.
By Eric Yu
Building a Business
Why Entrepreneurship has Thrived During the Pandemic
What is happening to cause the U.S. economy to boom so much, despite all the dire warnings against developing new businesses?
Building a Business
Why Jim Cramer Thinks Small Business Owners Can Do More Hiring Than Firing In 2022
The CNBC host says he's bullish on entrepreneurs because he believes in their creative ability to innovate.
By Jason Feifer
Building a Business
Is Bank or Investor Funding Right For Your Business?
When starting a business, what type of funding should you pursue?
Business Ideas
6 Ways Small Businesses Can Win With Big Corporations
There are many areas where it pays to be the small guy.
Tech
Why Purpose-Driven Marketplaces Are the Antidote to Amazon
Values-based marketplaces might just be the antidote to Amazon's war on small businesses.
By Ash Cintas
Marketing
3 Ways a Strong Brand Identity Can Lead to Greater Success for Your Small Business
A strong brand identity has the power to elevate and position a company in a way that can yield greater success.
Building a Business
4 Ways to Stand Out as a Small Business in a Crowded Space
Differentiate yourself in the competitive landscape by working smarter, not harder.
By Pia Beck
Thought Leaders
A Complete Guide to Selling on Facebook Shops for Small Businesses (Infographic)
With online shopping more critical than ever, here's how to out-sell the competition on Facebook.
Business Operations & Logistics
Overlooked Ways for Local Businesses to Boost Sales During the Crisis
A mix of new- and old-school techniques, from stuffing flyers to creative delivery options, can help local businesses survive and thrive.
By Ben Crudo
Building a Business
3 New Rules for Selling Your Business to Big Brands
Landing big brands and corporate clients will boost your business prospects in more ways than one
Business News
The 5 Most Important Accounting Reports for Your Small Business
Here are the key reports to know about, including profit and loss statements, revenue by customer and more.
By Due
Thought Leaders
5 Ways This Veteran Used His Military Experience to Grow a $3.5-Million Beard Grooming Business
Charlie Moyer's Badass Beard Care is the culmination of a lifelong obsession.
Human Resources
Policies That Help Gig Workers Improve Their Skills Will Help Small Businesses Grow
Business growth is slowed by the shortage of skilled workers, even as millions of workers are underemployed and looking for more opportunity.
Business Ideas
How You Can Win the ‘David and Goliath’ Battle With Big Brands
Small businesses are using street smarts and creativity to stay in the game against major corporations.
Buying a Franchise
Aspiring Entrepreneur? Consider Perfecting Something That’s Already Built
A franchise is the fast track to business ownership.
Tech
How 3D Printing Is Empowering SMBs in Manufacturing’s Digital Transformation
Additive manufacturing is radically transforming the $12 trillion global manufacturing industry, to the benefit of smaller businesses.
By Jon Wayne
Thought Leaders
Dear Entrepreneurs: Small Is Still Beautiful
What's so great about taking it to the next level? Bigger doesn't mean better, or more successful, over the long term.
By Alex Chriss
Business News
These 4 Small, Low-Cost Business Trends Are Defining 2017
More than half of 2017 is in the rearview. What are you waiting for?
By Due