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Posted February 20, 2024 By Jonathan Michael

How to Answer Emails Professionally in 6 Easy Steps

Email is one of the best ways to communicate with customers—it’s important to get it right. Here’s how to send a professional email response.

Posted January 19, 2024 By Noah Parsons

How to do Market Research with AI in 2025

[Major Update: Since I initially explored this topic, the AI models have changed significantly. We have new tools, like “deep research” and the ability for chatbots to reliably browse the web and retrieve information. Because of all the changes, I’ve rewritten this piece completely to reflect how things are in 2025. For this piece, I […]

Posted January 12, 2024 By Sabrina Parsons

10 Business Planning Strategies for Success in 2025

Planning out everything you have to do in the new year can feel daunting. These 10 business planning strategies will set you up for success.

Posted December 6, 2023 By Noah Parsons

17 Key Business Plan Mistakes to Avoid in 2025

Are you preparing to write a business plan? Make sure you avoid these common business plan mistakes to ensure you get the most from your plan.

Posted December 5, 2023 By Harriet Genever

How to Set SMART Goals in 2025 and Make Them Achievable

If you’re struggling to achieve your goals, don’t throw in the towel just yet. Learn how to set SMART Goals to stay on track.

Posted November 30, 2023 By Noah Parsons

How to Do Market Research

Who are your customers? Who are your competitors? What does the industry look like? Will you be able to successfully enter this market? These are necessary questions to answer with a bit of research.

Posted November 21, 2023 By Noah Parsons

How to Write an SBA Business Plan + Template

While very similar to a traditional bank loan, there are specific things that you should highlight in your business plan to improve your chances of qualifying.

Posted November 13, 2023 By Briana Morgaine

73 Questions to Ask Employees During an Interview

Are you struggling to come up with critical questions to ask a potential employee? Check out our growing list organized into specific categories like experience, career goals, and personality-focused questions.

Posted November 10, 2023 By Makenna Crocker

Why is Market Research Important?

Why is market research important for small businesses? Most importantly it helps you understand your customers and minimize risks. Here are a few other reasons.

Posted November 7, 2023 By John Procopio

The Living Business Plan: 2023 Survey on How Businesses View Ongoing Planning

The third installment of our small business survey reporting delves into how current business owners approach ongoing planning when navigating current challenges.

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