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How to Build an Affordable MarTech Stack for Small Businesses

A chalkboard sign saying 'We're Hiring' in a dimly lit restaurant with wooden tables, illustrating the concept of seasonal staff turnover.

Handling Seasonal Staff Turnover: Tips from a Restaurant Owner

Losing great employees is disruptive and costly, but you can minimize or avoid this impact with the right practical strategies.

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A smiling mentor facilitates employee onboarding by welcoming a young man to his new job.

Onboarding New Hires: 5 Ways to Boost Retention

Done right, onboarding fosters a sense of belonging and drives productivity. Get it wrong, and you risk losing employees within their first few months.

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A smartphone showing the Todoist app page for tasks and reminders. Todoist is one of several productivity apps small business owners can use to stay organized.

6 Apps That Help Small Business Owners Stay Organized

The right productivity apps can help you stay focused, streamline your processes, and make the most of your time.

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A woman at a bar counter demonstrates the value of small business tech by holding her smartwatch over a card reader to quickly and efficiently pay her bill.

How Small Businesses Are Using Tech to Increase Profits in 2025

From AI-powered marketing tools to contactless payment systems and strategic use of social media, there are more ways than ever to work smarter not harder.

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A flooded warehouse with cardboard boxes partially submerged in water. Although hurricane season hits coastal areas hardest, inland areas are not exempt from wind, flooding, and even tornadoes.

Hurricane Season Has Arrived — Is Your Business Prepared?

Year after year, hurricane season brings powerful winds, storm surges, and flooding to communities up and down the East Coast.

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A person with long hair and a cap inspects a green surfboard among various other colorful surfboards on racks. Get insights on managing a family business transfer from the owners of several successful surf shops.

Passing the Torch: Advice from Family Surf Shop Owners

The owners of 17th Street Surf Shop, Hansen Surfboards, and Val Surf share insights on managing a family business transition.

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A calendar marked with the word 'VACATION' and a drawing of a sun wearing sunglasses. Paid time off for vacation provides employees with a structured opportunity to relax, recharge, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Streamline Your PTO Policy to Boost Employee Satisfaction

PTO provides employees with a structured opportunity to relax, recharge, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. However, without a clear framework, challenges can arise.

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