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How to Prepare Your Small Business for Black Friday
Creating a marketing plan, checking your inventory, and bringing on additional staff will ensure your small business is ready for Black Friday.
Giving Tuesday Ideas for Small Businesses
Giving Tuesday comes around once a year, but here are ways your small business can participate during the holiday season and year-round.
Business Lessons From Hallmark Christmas Movies
From struggling Christmas tree farms to bakeries on the brink of closure, the challenges felt by the small businesses at the center of these movies offer business lessons to all.
How to Bid on a Government Contract
Follow these steps to get your NAICS code and become eligible to bid on federal government contracts.
How to Conduct Competitive Research for Your Business
Competitive research can reveal trends in the marketplace and gaps in your business plan.
What Is an Annual Report, and How Do You File It?
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and many states require businesses to file annual reports. Learn how to file one and which common mistakes you should avoid.
How Long Should You Keep Documents?
Do you understand business record retention guidelines? Here's what you need to know.
A Guide to Writing a Company Vehicle Use Policy
Before letting employees drive a company vehicle, ensure that you have a policy that clearly defines the rules. Here's what you need to know.
Executive Job Titles: What Do They Mean?
Job titles often differ depending on the company's size and the industry, but here are some of the most common executive job titles and what they do.
B2B vs. B2C: What's the Difference?
B2B and B2C companies sell their products and services to different target markets, which requires different marketing and sales approaches.