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A restaurant team leader speaks to a group of staff members in an empty dining room. By promoting from within, small businesses build strong, loyal leadership.

Promoting from Within: 12 Traits That Show Management Potential

One of the most common mistakes small business owners make is failing to identify the right individuals for promotions.
News MAY 22
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Branding for Small Businesses: 3 Steps to Set Yourself Apart

Branding is more than just your logo or name. It’s about building a memorable, cohesive identity that communicates your mission, values, and unique selling points.
News MAY 21
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Contract Best Practices: What to Know Before You Sign

Safeguarding your business starts with understanding key contract clauses.
News MAY 20
An employee benefits program document with "Summary of Benefits" highlighted in yellow and a binder clip nearby.

How Small Businesses Can Tap into Benefits Programs

Compelling benefits programs can go a long way toward making employees feel valued. Here's what small business owners need to know.
News MAY 19
A person in a yellow shirt holding a receipt and using a calculator, focusing on expense tracking for small businesses.

Save Time and Money with Smarter Expense Tracking

Learn how expense tracking helps small businesses tackle cash flow challenges, improve tax prep, and scale efficiently.
News MAY 16
Hands of three business partners working together on cost analysis exercises, using charts, a calculator, and a laptop.

Understanding Cost Analysis: Methods and Benefits

Learn how cost analysis helps small businesses optimize expenses, improve efficiency, and make informed decisions.
News MAY 13
Microsoft website showing Windows 10 specifications and features, illustrating the end of Windows 10.

The End of Windows 10: Risks and Solutions for Small Businesses

Still using Windows 10 for your business? Avoid downtime by migrating to a new, more secure operating system before Microsoft's October deadline.
News MAY 12
A hotel concierge welcomes a guest at a reception desk, representing the importance of comparing the top hotel loyalty programs for small businesses.

Comparing the Top Hotel Loyalty Programs for Small Businesses

Make the most of your travel budget by comparing hotel loyalty programs designed for small businesses, including Omni, IHG, Wyndham, and more.
News MAY 8
Mixed newspaper headlines about economic issues like market volatility, trade tensions, tariffs and inflation.

Overcoming Tariffs and Inflation: Advice for Small Businesses

How can entrepreneurs thrive amid economic uncertainty? Ben Johnston, a small business lending expert, shares tips for navigating labor shortages, tariffs, and inflation.
News MAY 7
A male chef and small business owner wearing a gray apron checks his tablet after improving his pizzeria's local search results.

Make Your Business Stand Out in Local Search Results

Local search has become an essential part of consumer behavior, and businesses must stay visible in search results to remain competitive.
News MAY 6