A point-of-sale (POS) system is an invaluable business tool that has replaced the traditional cash register with constantly evolving, tech-driven solutions. POS systems do more than ring up sales. Most can track inventory across multiple sales channels and store locations, handle employee schedules and clock-ins, generate reports, and collect data for business intelligence and personalized…
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TikTok Ban for Small Business: What You Need to Know
TikTok is “back” after a 14-hour shutdown. What is the way forward for SMBs?
January 19 was the deadline for ByteDance, TikTok’s Beijing-based parent company, to sell the app to a US company or face a nationwide ban, as ordered by the US Justice Department. The Supreme Court upheld the ban, and US TikTok went dark on January 18. However, through efforts from President Trump, TikTok restored its services…
6 Home Office Ideas for Small Spaces
While remote and hybrid work was once imagined as a temporary state, for many business owners and employees, working from home has become the new normal. However, one of the challenges of working remotely is creating an office in a small space or finding a place to work outside of a dedicated room. From finding…
6 Best When I Work Alternatives for 2025
When I Work is a popular employee scheduling software that offers time and attendance features as an add-on. Intuitive and offering a mobile app and by-user pricing, it’s a good choice for growing businesses with multiple locations. However, it may not be the best for all. Seasonal companies, single-location businesses with many employees, and those…
What Are Key Performance Indicators for Employees: Types & Examples
Key performance indicators (KPIs) for employees are measurable values that allow you to determine how effectively workers achieve business objectives. They also let you monitor worker productivity and efficiency, enabling you to spot potential problems and make the necessary adjustments to help you stay on track with team or organizational goals. Categories of Key Performance…
15 Best Color Palettes for Websites (+ Examples & Tips)
Your website is your brand’s primary representation in the online world. It’s likely the first stop potential customers will visit when researching your business, which is why it’s essential that it leaves the right impression. And part of that is choosing the colors for your website. To get started with some inspiration, I rounded up…
26+ Best Interview Questions to Ask Candidates (+ Templates)
The best interview questions to ask candidates are direct and job-specific, allowing you to learn more about the candidate’s skills and education. These also help show what the candidates can bring to the position and your company. We’ve provided a downloadable template of our interview questions to ask candidates when interviewing for your open positions….
30 Tips for Selling on Etsy Successfully
Setting up an Etsy store is quick and straightforward. The more challenging aspect is standing out against the nine million active sellers in the Etsy marketplace. This article shares more than 30 actionable tips for selling on Etsy, the value behind each, and how to get started. Tips for Getting Started on Etsy While Etsy…