If you’ve ever wondered whether user generated content (UGC) is beneficial for marketing a small business, the answer is yes. In fact, UGC can be one of your best marketing strategies because it’s simple, versatile, and costs almost nothing. If you’ve ever been convinced to buy a product from a good customer review, you’ll know…
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5 Steps on How to Set up an Office (+ Free Checklist)
Setting up an office space for small businesses starts by creating a list of your office needs with a budget in mind. With a project plan in place, look for office space options and design the floor plan accordingly. Then, set up your communications system and furnish your space with furniture and equipment. In this…
8 Ways to Fix Packet Loss & Improve Call Quality
Calls made over voice-over-internet-protocol (VoIP) can potentially degrade due to a data transmission error called packet loss. Common causes are faulty hardware, software bugs, and network attacks. There are plenty of ways to address packet loss, such as a system reboot, hardware upgrade, and software update. Below, we listed the steps on how to fix…
SBA Form 1368: What It Is & How to Fill It Out
Small Business Administration (SBA) Form 1368 must be filled out when you apply for an SBA disaster loan. Examples of disaster loans include the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and the Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loan (MREIDL). SBA Form 1368 allows small business owners to provide details about the economic impact of a disaster…
How to Come Up With a Business Idea in 5 Steps
Coming up with a business idea is the first step to starting a business. Start by identifying problems you or others are having and brainstorm possible solutions. It’s wise to start with a problem because business is essentially solving customer’s problems in exchange for money. When you have an idea, validate it through feedback. Finally,…
How to Do Payroll in Indiana: An Employer’s Guide
To do payroll in Indiana, you’ll need to comply with some state rules in addition to federal payroll laws. For instance, Indiana has a state income tax of 3.23%, and its counties also have their own taxes—you need to calculate withholdings for both. There are also reciprocity agreements with five states, meaning you’ll withhold taxes…
How to Get Started With Bing Places for Business in 5 Steps
Setting up a Bing Places for Business listing gives your brand more visibility in online searches on Microsoft’s search engine: Bing. Similar to Google (i.e., Google Business pages), it allows you to manage your online listings as well as generate and manage customer reviews and comments. To use Bing Places to promote your business, ensure…
Product Sourcing Guide: How to Source Products in 4 Steps
Whether you’re starting a retail business or just looking to add some new items to your shelves, product sourcing lays the foundation for your supply chain. We’ll walk you through a step-by-step breakdown of how to source products by choosing the best items and receiving them most effectively—plus, how to find suppliers, maintain relationships with…