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A Small Business Mentor May Be Just What Your Business Needs
Dec 13
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By Rieva Lesonsky— Whether you’re just starting out or have been in business for several years, all business owners have questions, face challenges, a …
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Creating a Business Plan for Your Small Business
Dec 13
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By James Monroe— Here’s a scary thought: if you have a small business but don’t have a business plan, you may be taking unnecessary risks and missing …
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Low-Lift Side Hustles to Start Now
Nov 20
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By Steve Strauss—This is the Golden Age of the solopreneur. It has never been easier, more affordable, or more acceptable to start a small business or …
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Small Business, Side Hustle and Freelance Insights — Survey Fall 2023
Oct 30
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By Pinger Staff— What is a small business in 2023? The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) categorizes a small business as an enterprise with few …
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Your Small Business Checklist to End 2023 Like a Pro
Oct 25
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By James Monroe—The weather’s changing and the days are getting shorter: 2023 is winding down. But before looking ahead to 2024, let’s end this year l …
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Marketing Your Business: 8 Essential Marketing Apps for Small Businesses
Sep 28
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By James Monroe—Marketing a small business can be time-consuming. After a long day of doing what you do, the thought of spending time on social media, …
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Logo Design Resources
Sep 27
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By Index Staff— Are you ready to create or update your logo? The good news for small business owners who are often tight on time and budget is that th …
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Ask the Expert: Logo Design with Sean McGrath
Sep 27
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By Index Staff—Nike, Apple, Target, McDonald’s. These companies have distinctive, memorable logos that say something about the brand they represent: a …
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Marketing Your Business: 6 Ways to Make a Great Online Impression
Sep 27
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By Steve Strauss—You know the old saying: “You don’t get a second chance to make a great first impression.” It’s true, especially in the short-attenti …
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6 AI Tools for Your Small Business
Aug 29
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By Brian Moran—AI tools can boost your company’s productivity, reduce costs, improve customer experiences, and offer insights into customer behavior. …
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How AI Can Transform Your Small Business
Aug 29
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By Brian Moran—Chances are you have heard about artificial intelligence, commonly known as AI. And, if you’re like a lot of small business owners, you …
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How to Develop a Winning Estimate
Aug 26
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By Index Staff—Developing effective estimates is often a key part of landing new customers. And the process of creating estimates also helps ensure th …
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