Business best practices
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Computer repair businesses
How to write a computer repair business plan
A comprehensive business plan is a crucial element of your computer repair company’s path to success and can help you secure funding. Here’s what to include when writing this mission-critical...
Cleaning services
How to write a cleaning services business plan
Learn about the benefits of a cleaning company business plan and what to include when creating one.
Cleaning services
How to get more clients for your cleaning business
No matter what type of cleaning business you operate, you can find new customers and keep existing ones happy without busting your budget.
Managing risks
The history of business insurance
The insurance industry is rooted in the principle of people coming together to mitigate risks and respond to fires, theft, and other dangers.
Media & advertising
Who owns creative property with work for hire agreements?
When a client asks your media business to sign a work for hire agreement, they own the rights to the property you create.
Photographers
How to become a Certified Professional Photographer
Learn about the Certified Professional Photographer program and how it can benefit your photography business.
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Starting a business
Computer repair businesses
How to write a computer repair business plan
A comprehensive business plan is a crucial element of your computer repair company’s path to success and can help you secure funding. Here’s what to include when writing this mission-critical...
Cleaning services
How to write a cleaning services business plan
Learn about the benefits of a cleaning company business plan and what to include when creating one.
Starting a business
Sole proprietor vs. independent contractor: What’s the difference?
Sole proprietor and independent contractor are terms that describe people who work for themselves. Which one applies to your business depends on the taxation structure and your professional...
Human resources and hiring
Human resources
Employee vs. contractor: How to make the right choice
While employees and independent contractors both complete work for your business, they have two different roles in your organization. Find out whether you should make your next hire an employee or a...
Commercial auto insurance
6 driving safety tips for businesses with employees
If your employees are involved in a car crash, you may be liable for their medical costs as well as those of other people injured in the crash.
Workers' compensation insurance
8 workplace safety tips for employers
Cultivating a safe work environment protects your employees and your business, in addition to saving you money.
Social media marketing
Social media marketing
7 common social media mistakes for small businesses
Using the wrong platforms, posting too much information, and ignoring customer reviews are just a few of the missteps that businesses often make on social media.
Business best practices
How to choose the best social media platforms for your business
The best way to use social media depends largely on the type of business you run. Learn how you can benefit from six different social media platforms.
General liability insurance
Libel vs. slander: What’s the difference?
It’s important for business owners to know the difference between slander and libel and how to protect themselves from both risks.
Money management
Money management
How unsecured and secured business lines of credit help small businesses
Having a business line of credit is a great option for companies who need capital quickly, but there is a difference between a secured and unsecured line of credit.
Money management
What happens if you can't make your business loan payments?
If you find yourself unable to pay back a business loan, follow these tips to stay in the good graces of your lender and get back on track.
Money management
Why alternative lending could be right for your business
The variety of options in the alternative lending market make it possible to get a very suitable loan for your business.
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Professional services
Professional Services Business Insurance
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