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How to manage the stages of small business growth

How to manage the stages of small business growth

Starting a small business comes with challenges and setbacks, requiring its leaders to make strategic decisions for growth. However, the need for growth doesn’t stop once your small business has taken off. Building a thriving and sustainable small business involves...

How to determine bandwidth needs for your small business

How to determine bandwidth needs for your small business

For small businesses, a fast and reliable internet connection is crucial. Slow internet makes getting work done even harder. It can decrease productivity and ruin videoconferences. It can bog down cloud applications and prevent speedy customer service. And it might...

Understanding P2P payments for business owners

Understanding P2P payments for business owners

For the modern consumer out dining with friends, the task of splitting the bill can seem like a headache, especially if cash is not available. However, with the rise of peer-to-peer (P2P) payment services like Venmo, PayPal, and Zelle, consumers can enjoy the...

Do I need a VPN for my small business?

Do I need a VPN for my small business?

Virtual private networks, more commonly known as VPNs, have become an important tool for cybersecurity over the last few years. Thanks to the pandemic and the increase in remote work, VPN usage is up all over the world.  As a small business owner, you might be...

Social media marketing for small business

Social media marketing for small business

Did you know that 8 out of 10 people in the US have a social media profile? Chances are your customers have a profile on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and/or LinkedIn. Using social media marketing for small business is a way to connect with your customers, talk about...

3 local SEO strategies for small businesses

3 local SEO strategies for small businesses

Whatever the size of your business, you want to show up in search engines. Nearly half of all searches on Google are for local businesses. Creating a local search engine optimization strategy (SEO) for your small business can help you take your digital presence to the...

Videoconferencing etiquette 101

Videoconferencing etiquette 101

Videoconferencing is an important tool in keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive. As remote work continues to be vital part of the modern workplace, understanding videoconferencing etiquette remains necessary for success. Videoconferencing in the modern...

Choosing a small business phone system

Choosing a small business phone system

The small business phone line is far from dead. Even in the age of email, chatbots, and social media, the phone remains the preferred method for consumers when they need to contact a small business. In fact, about 60% of consumers prefer using the phone to other...

How slow internet affects small business

How slow internet affects small business

Many small businesses run these days thanks to the internet. It powers many daily tasks, including email, online ordering, and customer service. It even helps you reach new customers by providing a platform for digital marketing. Your business may also rely on the...

3 steps to enhance your digital presence

3 steps to enhance your digital presence

Want to grow your small business? It’s time to get online. In today’s digital age, small and medium-sized business owners need to take advantage of digital real estate to be successful. The internet offers numerous solutions for small business owners, from...

Accounting apps for small business owners

Accounting apps for small business owners

Would you like to help your small business take off? Start by simplifying your finances. Knowing how to manage your finances is the foundation for a successful business. And technology is an excellent way to increase your productivity in this area. Accounting apps and...

4 sustainable business practices for small business owners

4 sustainable business practices for small business owners

Does sustainability matter for your business? It should. 70% of consumers think it’s important for brands to be eco-friendly. And almost half of consumers are willing to drop a brand that doesn’t align with their personal values. Focusing on sustainable business...