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6 tips for delegating tasks in your business

Use these 6 tips to learn how to delegate in your small business.
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How to develop a growth mindset in business

To develop a growth mindset in your business, follow these 5 tips.
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Choosing a font for your brand: What you need to know

Here's how to go about choosing a font for your brand.
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5 ways to market your business on a budget

Here are 5 ways to market your business even if you're on a budget.
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Chef titles explained

Learn what the difference between chef titles and cook titles is.
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What is a safety officer and what do they do?

Here's everything you need to know about what a safety officer does.
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How long does it take to write a business plan?

If you're writing a business plan, here's how long you can expect it to take.
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Books that aren’t about business that can still help you succeed

These books aren't about business but will help your business be successful.
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3 best sales tracking software for small businesses

These are the best 3 sales tracking softwares to use in your business.
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Why internal business plans are essential to have

Here are four reasons why an internal business plan is so essential to have.
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Why mindset matters in business and how to master it

Here's why it's so important to master your mindset when running your business
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How much does it cost to start a roofing business?

Here's a breakdown of what it will cost to start a roofing business.
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The three types of business plans for most industries

Here are 3 types of business plans used in most industries.
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Which bank is the right choice for your small business?

Here's how to choose the right bank for your business.
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How niching down in your business positions you as a expert

Here's why a business niche can position you as an expert
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6 best cities for working from home

These are the 6 best cities for people who work from home.
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How the hiring process works

Our step-by-step guide shows you how the hiring process works.
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How to choose the perfect brand logo design

When you're starting your own business, you need a logo design that will stand out. Our guide will help you choose one.
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What you’ll accomplish with branding

Branding is an important part of your business. We discuss what you'll accomplish with it.
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How to create a funding-request business plan

When you need some cash for your business, you need to have a funding-request plan. Our guide shows you how to create one.
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4 Reasons You Should Better Manage Your Company’s Cash Flow

When you own a business, cash-flow management is vital. We discuss why it's so important.
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Management lessons from Amazon’s union-busting scheme

We discuss the management lessons learned from Amazon and its controversial labor practices.
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What are the different types of market research?

Conducting market research is important for a new business. We list several techniques.
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How to calculate cash flow from financing

We show you how to calculate your cash flow from financing.
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How to conduct market research for a new business

We show you how to conduct market research for a new business.
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How to obtain a business loan

The process of obtaining a business loan might seem difficult. We show you how to get one.
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What is brand storytelling?

Learn what brand storytelling is and why it matters.
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How to hire good employees for your small business

Good employees can help make a small business thrive. We show you what to look for when you're hiring.
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How to start a food-truck empire business plan

If you want to establish a food-truck empire, you need to have a business plan. We show you how to start one.
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Why you should hire an accountant for your small business

We discuss whether you should hire an accountant for your small business.
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What does a business attorney do?

We will show the benefits of having a business attorney.
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How to figure cash flow for your business

Our guide will show you how to figure cash flow for your business.
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How to simplify your hiring process

It's never easy to hire someone. Our how-to guide shows you how to simplify the process.
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How to start your own bakery shop business

Here are the steps to go through for how to start a bakery
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Why Every Business Owner Should Obsess About Branding

We discuss why branding is so important to a business owner.
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How to calculate your total cash flow

It's very important to calculate your total cash flow. Our guide shows you how.
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How to sell your product without being a salesperson

No matter the length of time you've been in the business world, you have to do everything possible to be authentic.
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Here’s how to start a restaurant-business plan

We list helpful tips to start a restaurant-business plan.
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3 signs managers are failing your business

If a manager is failing your business, look for these three warning signs.
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What is a business plan used for?

We discuss what a business plan is used for and how it can benefit you.
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4 steps to getting a business loan

Any business needs a cash flow to begin or survive. Our guide helps you to secure a business loan.
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What is a business plan, and why do you need one?

A business plan is a necessity to succeed, and there are several reasons why you need one.
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How to write a restaurant business plan

Follow our guide to successfully write a restaurant business plan.
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Before you start a business, get a lawyer and ask these 6 questions

When you get a lawyer for your business, you need to ask these six questions.
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3 Platforms that will help you manage business expenses

You need to keep business expenses low. These three platforms will help.
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Why restaurant market research matters

We talk about why restaurant market research can benefit your establishment.
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The right (and wrong) ways to hire for your cleaning business

Cleaning businesses are having a moment, but hiring quality staff isn't simple. Here's how to find a great staff.
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How to start a small restaurant or food cart

Starting up a small restaurant or food cart sounds easy, but it's not. Our tips and tricks help get you going.
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3 market research methods for retail businesses

We have three market research methods you've got to try, even if you're already doing it.
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Hiring construction workers: 3 places you’re not looking

We list 3 places to hire construction workers you may not have considered yet.