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3 Business Trends for Small Business

ReadWriteStart

The business environment began to change dramatically after the 2019 pandemic. PNAS surveyed 5,800 small businesses and found that 43% were temporarily closed. Now small businesses and startups have to compete with large corporations that have weathered the crisis of 2019 and know the secrets of attracting buyers.

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How Sales Quote Software Can Help Your Small Business Grow

Up and Running

As a small business owner, in order to compete with the big players, you need to be able to sell like them. Typically this means investing in sales technology that makes you more agile and is easily scalable as you drive long-term growth. Here are a few ways it can streamline the mechanics of your business.

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8 Software Small Businesses Should Check Out For Efficiency

The Startup Magazine

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, small businesses face the ongoing challenge of streamlining operations, maximizing productivity, and staying competitive. Image Source Gone are the days when small businesses had to rely on manual processes and spreadsheets to manage their operations.

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9 Shipping Tips for Small Businesses

The Startup Magazine

It’s likely that you already know how expensive shipping can be for small businesses. In the early stages of your new e-commerce venture, the expense of various small business shipping choices can add up quickly. Hire Small Business-Friendly Companies. Image Source. Use Proper Shipping Materials.

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4 Of The Best Small Business Tools To Use In 2020

YoungUpstarts

There are a lot of different small business tools out there that can help SMBs maximize productivity, increase efficiency, and run as smoothly as possible. Consider investing in these four software categories to improve business performance and bring in more revenue. Marketing automation software. Project management tools.

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8 Straightforward Ways to Improve Your Small Business

The Startup Magazine

There are so many businesses around us, and to stay in the game, you need to think of ways to improve your small business revenue. It’s important to remember that every small business needs a different approach. Here are 8 straightforward ways to help you improve your small business.

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Turn Small Business Saturday Traffic Into Future Sales: Five Ways The Right CRM Can Help

YoungUpstarts

The holidays are just around the corner and for many small or midsized businesses (SMBs) that means the potential for big sales. Small Business Saturday (held the day after Black Friday) has become a beacon, driving shoppers to seek out and support local small businesses while on the hunt for the perfect gift.