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A Small Business Mentor May Be Just What Your Business Needs
Dec 13
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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