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Microsoft Dynamics SL tutorial

June 5, 2017

How to create invoices with Microsoft Dynamics SL

by Ronesha D. Dennis in Tutorials

Invoices play a large part in the accounts receivable process. Many businesses create invoices as part of their fulfillment process and for other business transactions. If you’re in charge of creating invoices, and your office utilizes Microsoft Dynamics SL software,…

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high tech must haves for the office

June 2, 2017

High tech must-haves for the small business owner

by Margaret Cavanaugh in Tutorials

Every year, new and exciting innovations are made to enhance the way we work. This list comprises some of the best new must-haves for the modern business owner. The Wattup Router Capable of charging devices, this uses Bluetooth and RF…

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using canva to creat marketing designs

May 23, 2017

Using Canva to create beautiful, original marketing designs

by Lisa Pirovano in Tutorials

Knowing where to start with your marketing themes can be tricky and time-consuming – especially working out the smaller details and layout that best show off what you have to offer. Learning how to use Canva’s online design environment can…

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Chromebook pros and cons

April 27, 2017

How to use a Chromebook for small office work

by Bonnie McConaughy in Tutorials

Laptops are essential for many office workers to get work done, whether we work in an official office setting or from home offices. However, laptops can certainly be costly. When I went about purchasing a laptop for my own home…

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Office supplies checklist for new small businesses

April 22, 2017

Office supplies checklist for new small businesses

by Eugene Feygin in Office Tips

When you’re setting out on a new business venture, there’s so much to think about. All the big-picture stuff can be pretty consuming, but it’s the small day-to-day details that will really make a difference. So, you’ve got the business…

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conducting measurable exit interviews

April 17, 2017

A how-to guide for conducting measurable exit interviews

by Benjamin Roussey in Tutorials

Attrition rates are at an all-time high across all industries. Retention strategies are a major headache for HR departments and unstructured startups. The average American employees are confident that they can find a new job within six months and with…

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Setup Website Small Business

April 17, 2017

How to set up a website for your small business

by Samantha Skinner in Tutorials

Small businesses can prove to be difficult to get off the ground, while still maintaining a steady stream of income. By marketing and networking in your area, you can gain a lot of attention. However, this attention can grow much…

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Get the most out of networking events

April 11, 2017

Five ways to get the most out of local networking events

by Stephanie Faris in Tutorials

No matter where a business is in its timeline of growth, building brand awareness is usually a top priority. Traditionally, this has been done through placing expensive ads and sending email messages. However, one of the best ways for a…

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Unique employee perks that will take your startup to another level

January 13, 2017

Unique employee perks that will take your startup to another level

by Eugene Feygin in Career Advice

From free snacks and drinks to time off for birthdays and community service, unconventional work perks are sprouting up around the country to plenty of acclaim. Employee perks not only significantly impact staff retention, eight out of 10 workers say…

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Bing map setup

January 10, 2017

How to setup your business on Bing Places

by Patrick O'Brien in Tutorials

Bing is a search engine that had over 20% share of all searches in USA in 2015. If you want to better reach the people that search on Bing and have more control of what information is shown to them…

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put your business on google maps

January 9, 2017

How to setup your business on Google Maps

by Patrick O'Brien in Tutorials

Google can be a blessing or a curse for small businesses. The great news is that you can easily make it a blessing if you use the existing, easy-to-use tools that Google and other sites give you! Google's "job" is…

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social media maintenance

January 8, 2017

How to keep your company’s social media up-to-date

by Lauren Levy in Tutorials

If you're an office administrator for a small company, one of your responsibilities may be keeping your company's social media sites (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) up-to-date. After all, a majority of businesses now (whether large or small) must have…

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How to keep your office safe and secure

January 7, 2017

How to keep your office safe and secure

by Lauren Levy in Tutorials

This is a topic that a lot of employees take for granted ... except for office administrators of small companies and offices! If an office isn't safe and secure for its employees, those same employees can't do the best job…

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advertising for dental office

January 4, 2017

How to advertise your dental clinic to local customers

by Nicole Osterbrock in Tutorials

Anyone that has dealt with trying to increase their customer numbers or to get their one-time customers to return knows it can be tricky and a lot of trial and error. I spent years in a marketing role at a…

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selecting a vendor

January 3, 2017

How to choose a new office supply vendor

by Lauren Levy in Tutorials

Whether you are working at a large company or a small company, choosing an office supply vendor can be known as a "necessary evil." After all, an office, and the employees working in that office, need supplies to do their…

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Woman working in home office

October 3, 2016

11 things you need to turn your side hustle into a full-time gig

by Melissa Bolton in Career Advice

For many of us, the thought of exchanging the daily 9-5 grind in favor of a passion pursuit sounds downright dreamy – especially if you're stressed out, burned out, or strung out in your current career. With so many new…

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Brainstorming session

September 21, 2016

Where to maximize productivity when business is slow

by Lori Hil in Career Advice

If you are reading this you have likely experienced a time when business is slower than usual. It happens to the best of us. How do you feel when it happens? Do you feel anxious? Rather than allowing your heart…

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Media engagement millenials

September 12, 2016

5 ways to step up your media game

by Andre Bourque in Office Tips

Every design trend boasts the benefits of rich media: flat design emphasizes line icons and infographics, and the hero unit is one of the latest examples of integrated imagery. All the articles that discuss website enhancements or facelifts will mention…

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Busy workplace with employees sitting at computers

August 22, 2016

What your employees’ desks say about you as a leader

by Shama Hyder in Career Advice

What does your desk at work look like? Is it neat and sleek, with just a computer and maybe a potted plant for a pop of color? Does it have a more homey feel, covered in framed family photos and…

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The affordable way to keep your business clean and tidy

August 16, 2016

The affordable way to keep your business clean and tidy

by Steve Strauss in Workplace Culture

Not far from where we live is a little breakfast place that my wife and I used to frequent. The food was good, the prices fair, and we liked the owner. You may notice that the preceding paragraph was all…

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