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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.

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Consulting

Tips for setting consulting fees

Determining how much you should charge clients for your consulting services isn’t an exact science, but these recommendations can help guide you in the right direction.

Workers' compensation insurance

8 workers’ comp insurance coverage tips for multi-state businesses

Businesses that work across state lines have unique workers' compensation obligations. Find out how to purchase workers’ comp for your business when you have employees in multiple states.

Property insurance

How to conduct a business insurance inventory for your small business

Keeping a detailed inventory of your business assets is crucial in making sure you’re fully covered in the event that you need to file a claim with your insurance company.

Growing a business

The 10 best small business networking groups

Success in business has a lot to do with who you know. Building relationships and partnerships with the right people is critical to the growth and success of your small business.

Cleaning services

What types of business insurance do you need for a cleaning company?

General liability insurance, workers' compensation insurance, property insurance, and janitorial bonds keep your cleaning business safe from financial liabilities. Learn more about the types of...

Nonprofits

Special event insurance for nonprofit organizations

If your nonprofit organization hosts fundraising events, it's important to invest in insurance to reduce liability. Learn more about why your charity needs insurance for special events and how it can...

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Starting a business

Cleaning services

What types of business insurance do you need for a cleaning company?

General liability insurance, workers' compensation insurance, property insurance, and janitorial bonds keep your cleaning business safe from financial liabilities. Learn more about the types of...

Starting a business

How to get a business license

Regardless of your type of work, you’ll likely need a small business license from your state or local government in order to operate in your industry.

Starting a business

Which insurance policies do sole proprietors need?

If you're a sole proprietor, having business insurance can provide useful protection against lawsuits, damaged property, and lost wages.

Human resources and hiring

Human resources & hiring

What is an employee?

Learn who’s considered an employee of your business, and why it matters when it comes to taxes and insurance.

Workers' compensation insurance

How does workers' comp work for remote employees?

Workers’ compensation insurance can be tricky when your employees are working from home. Here’s what you need to know about out-of-office work injuries and how to lower telecommuting risks.

Human resources & hiring

What if you can’t afford your small business employees’ salaries anymore?

You have a few options for how to proceed when you can no longer afford your employees.

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.

Social media marketing

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

Small business insurance

8 top tips: how to compare small business insurance quotes

These 8 steps can help you compare business insurance quotes and find the right coverage for your business.

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.

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Consulting

Business Insurance for Consultants

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Food & beverage

Food and Beverage Business Insurance

Business insurance can help you keep your doors open despite an injury, kitchen fire, or lawsuit. Insureon helps food and beverage businesses find the policies that match your unique risks.

Professional services

Professional Services Business Insurance

From a public speaker accused of slander to a career coach sued for negligence, a lawsuit can devastate a small business. Gain protection against legal expenses, medical bills, and costly repairs...

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