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Hiring Your First Employee

As the owner of a small business, you know the importance of avoiding unnecessary costs. Because of this, you may have chosen to operate your business on your own during…

Accounts Receivable Analysis

Accounts receivable are monies owed to your business for goods or services delivered to a customer, but not yet paid for. Successful businesses collect money that is owed to them…

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Naming Your Business

Your business name is usually a customer’s first introduction to you. Make a positive impression by picking a name that attracts attention and trust. It can be a hair-pulling process…

Effective Employee Communications

Today, more so than any other time, businesses focus heavily on engaging customers, the media, investors, community members, and analysts — or some combination of them. But with so much…

Calculate Your Email Marketing ROI

Email marketing has become a popular and cost-effective method for reaching prospects and generating revenue. Like any marketing expense, its important to understand the return that you’re making on such…

Small Business Administration Loans

Small Business Administration loans are among the most common ways to fund a startup. Though you still need to prove you are a good risk, these loans are often easier…