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Best Valentine’s Day tech gifts

Best Valentine’s Day tech gifts

Valentine’s Day is around the corner and finding the perfect gift for your loved one can be hard. You may be searching for the perfect gift that’s unique, but you’re not sure where to start. While traditional Valentine’s Day gifts usually include flowers, chocolates...

How to know when it’s time to rethink your business model

How to know when it’s time to rethink your business model

Is it time to rethink your business model? At a high level, your business model describes the type of business you operate. It includes how and where it’s operated, your target customer base and how you generate revenue. It also describes how your organization brings...

How to protect yourself from identity theft

How to protect yourself from identity theft

Identity theft happens when someone steals and uses your personal information. It doesn’t always look the same and scammers can have various intentions for using your information. It may range from opening fraudulent bank accounts in your name. Or it could mean using...

Incognito mode: what it is and how to use it

Incognito mode: what it is and how to use it

You may have heard of incognito mode or private browsing but not understood what the option is or know how to use it. If you ever use public computers at a library or school to log into your private accounts or share a computer at home or work, you should consider...

What to do if you have been scammed online

What to do if you have been scammed online

Scams can happen to anyone, and scammers use a variety of different mediums. Many scams happen online, through email, or through social media. Some come from a phone call or text message. Scammers will try anything to trick you into sending them money or personal...

Planning your small business marketing strategy

Planning your small business marketing strategy

Small business owners are no strangers to planning. From business plans to scaling to making a big office move, it’s important to start with planning. Marketing is no different. Your marketing strategy is your roadmap to ensure you reach your business goals. Using a...

Number porting for small businesses

Number porting for small businesses

Your small business’s phone number is one of the most important lines of communication between you and your customers or clients. Loyal customers often save business numbers on their phone, so changing your number could lead to confusion or even lost business. You may...

How to respond to a customer complaint

How to respond to a customer complaint

Good customer service is essential for successful businesses. However, it can be difficult to keep every customer happy, every time. When frustrated customers feel like their concerns have not been resolved, they often turn to online review sites, like Google, to...

5 trackable and achievable New Year’s resolutions

5 trackable and achievable New Year’s resolutions

Ready to make 2022 your year? You’ve probably started thinking about setting some intentions and resolutions for the new year. But sticking to your resolutions can be tricky. Around 80% of resolution-makers abandon their goals by February. So, what can you do to...

What is multi-factor authentication and what are the benefits?

What is multi-factor authentication and what are the benefits?

When it comes to online security, there are a few best practices you should always follow. Use a strong password, keep your applications and anti-virus software updated, and turn on multi-factor authentication. Used in tandem with your password, multi-factor...

How to spot and treat scareware attacks

How to spot and treat scareware attacks

Have you ever visited a website only to be bombarded with an alarming pop-up? It might claim your browser has encountered a security risk. Or it might prompt you to run a scan right away to check for viruses. These pop-up windows can be unnerving, as they often look...

Pros and cons of coworking offices for small businesses

Pros and cons of coworking offices for small businesses

Coworking spaces are a popular choice for remote workers, self-employed people and small business owners looking for an affordable and flexible workspace. Unlike traditional offices, people working in coworking offices don’t all work for the same employer. With...