7 Tips for Choosing a Business Bank Account

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on 7 Tips for Choosing a Business Bank Account.    If you run a small business, you’ll need a business bank account. Here are seven tips for choosing one. By: Jamie Johnson, Contributor Opening a business bank account provides liability protection and will make your…

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What Is Business Development?

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on What Is Business Development?   Business development, also known as biz dev, encapsulates a combination of sales, marketing, and networking activities that add value to your brand. By: Emily Heaslip, Contributor   Business development, colloquially known as biz dev, is a broad term that essentially refers…

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Sample Business Growth – Launch Three

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Small Business Funding: A Breakdown of Business Loan Types

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on Small Business Funding: A Breakdown of Business Loan Types.    Small businesses that are looking for financing through a business loan have several different options. By: Dan Casarella, Contributor If you can’t afford to bootstrap your business but can’t or don’t want to obtain investor…

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How to Turn Your Hobby Into a Business

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on How to Turn Your Hobby Into a Business.    As you consider generating income from a hobby or passion project, make sure there’s a market for your business and that you’re prepared for a long-term commitment. By: Emily Heaslip, Contributor Harley Davidson, Spanx, and…

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How to Create a Recession-Proof Business Plan

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on How to Create a Recession-Proof Business Plan.    Learn the necessary steps for creating a recession-proof business plan. By: Nicole Fallon, Contributor & Jamie Johnson, Contributor If you’re worried about a recession and what it might do to your small business, you’re not alone. But there are…

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Thumbtack’s Global Head of Diversity Shares 5 Best Practices to Crafting a Diversity Strategy That Drives Real Results

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on Thumbtack’s Global Head of Diversity Shares 5 Best Practices to Crafting a Diversity Strategy That Drives Real Results.   The home management platform hired a leader to develop new DEI strategies. The last 18 months of diversity seed planting are yielding rich rewards, with lessons for…

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B2B Sales Techniques for Building a Loyal Customer Base

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on B2B Sales Techniques for Building a Loyal Customer Base.    The long-term and complex nature of B2B sales means fostering relationships and paying attention to the right metrics are important for increasing loyalty among customers. By: Emily Heaslip, Contributor As you may already know, it costs…

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How to Create a Customer Loyalty Program for Your Business

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on How to Create a Customer Loyalty Program for Your Business.  Customer retention is directly linked to profit. Here’s how to thoughtfully use rewards and discounts to keep your best customers coming back for more. By: Emily Heaslip, Contributor It’s one of the most cited…

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