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Marketing Your Business: Make a Great Online Impression

by Steve Strauss | Sep 27, 2023

RESOURCES > MARKETINGMarketing Your Business: 6 Ways to Make a Great Online ImpressionSteve Strauss, USA TODAY Small Business Columnist and Bestselling Author You know the old saying: “You don’t get a second chance to make a great first impression.” It’s true,...

How AI Can Transform Your Small Business

by Brian Moran | Aug 29, 2023 | Tools

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6 AI Tools for Your Small Business

by Brian Moran | Aug 29, 2023 | Tools

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How to Develop a Winning Estimate

by Index Staff | Aug 28, 2023 | Tools

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Small Business Basics: Funding

by Steve Strauss | Aug 28, 2023 | Finance

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Small Business Sales: Busting Through a Sales Slump

by Steve Strauss | Jul 28, 2023 | Operations

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Re-engage Inactive Customers: Text Templates to Reconnect and Boost Sales

by James Monroe | Jul 27, 2023 | Tools

Your business is your baby. Some days, it’s all you think about. But it’s different for your customers. They’re busy, so even if they love your product or service, they may not remember to come back as often as you’d like.

Don’t Worry, Be Happy: How to Avoid Burnout As a Small Business Owner

by Rieva Lesonsky | Jul 25, 2023 | Tools

Sustaining a small business is tough work, and it’s easy to get burned out. In fact, many small business owners burn out. But what does that really mean? And how can you avoid it?

How to Make It On Your Own: Side Hustle to Achieve Financial Independence

by James Monroe | Jun 26, 2023 | Operations

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Looking for a Side Gig? 10 Quick Ideas To Help You Get Started

by James Monroe | Jun 26, 2023 | Tools

Growing Your Independent Business: It Takes a Team

by Rieva Lesonsky | Jun 26, 2023 | Tools

Sales Text Messages: 10 Customizable Text Templates To Make Your Sales Sing

by James Monroe | Jun 1, 2023 | Communication

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Want to Boost Sales? Sell Yourself!

by James Monroe | Jun 1, 2023 | Marketing

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Small Business Insights Survey

by Index Staff | May 25, 2023 | Operations

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Making it Personal: Your Small Business Superpower

by Steve Strauss | May 18, 2023 | Communication

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10 Ways to Leverage Small Business Month to Springboard Your Marketing

by James Monroe | May 5, 2023 | Marketing

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Texting for Your Small Business: Four Tips to Do It Like a Pro

by Rieva Lesonsky | Apr 27, 2023 | Communication

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Text Templates Every Small Business Needs

by Rieva Lesonsky | Apr 27, 2023 | Tools

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Tax Deductions for Small Business Owners and Consultants

by Steve Strauss | Apr 5, 2023 | Finance

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Small Business Tax Records: What You Need to Keep

by Rieva Lesonsky | Mar 31, 2023 | Finance

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3 Ways You Can Delight Customers and Fuel Referrals

by James Monroe | Mar 24, 2023 | Marketing

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LLCs: Structuring Your Small Business for Success

by Index Staff | Mar 1, 2023 | Finance

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Small Business Love: Rekindle the Love for Your Business This Valentine’s Day

by Steve Strauss | Feb 10, 2023 | Operations

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Small Business Growing Pains: Communication Is Key For Keeping Customers Happy

by James Monroe | Jan 27, 2023 | Communication

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Your Microbusiness Is No Ordinary “Small Business”

by Steve Strauss | Jan 20, 2023 | Finance

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Time Management for Small Business: Part 2

by Rieva Lesonsky | Jan 13, 2023 | Operations

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Your Small Business Year-End Checklist

by Steve Strauss | Dec 23, 2022 | Finance

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5 Best Books for Small Business Owners: Recommended Reads

by Rieva Lesonsky | Dec 12, 2022 | Tools

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Time Management for Small Business

by Rieva Lesonsky | Dec 1, 2022 | Operations

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Small Business Saturday and Beyond

by Steve Strauss | Nov 22, 2022 | Marketing

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Small Business Growth Hacks

by Steve Strauss | Nov 9, 2022 | Operations

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Business Texting for Beginners

by Steve Strauss | Jul 27, 2022 | Communication

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Business Texting Library: Auto-Reply

by Index Staff | Jul 26, 2022 | Tools

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Business Texting Library: Templates

by Index Staff | Jul 26, 2022 | Tools

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Business Texting Library: Broadcast

by Index Staff | Jul 26, 2022 | Tools

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Business Texting Library: Reviews

by Index Staff | Jul 26, 2022 | Tools

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How To Improve Your Star Rating With Great Customer Reviews

by Index Staff | Jul 26, 2022 | Marketing

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5 Easy Ways to Reduce No-Show Appointments

by Index Staff | Jul 26, 2022 | Communication

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3 Customer Re-Engagement Tips for Small Businesses

by Index Staff | Jul 22, 2022 | Communication

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How To Connect With More Local Customers

by Index Staff | Jul 13, 2022 | Marketing

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Feature Guide: Broadcast

by Index Staff | Feb 28, 2022 | Guides

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Feature Guide: Index Web

by Index Staff | Feb 28, 2022 | Guides

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Feature Guide: Contact Management

by Index Staff | Feb 28, 2022 | Guides

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Feature Guide: Templates

by Index Staff | Feb 28, 2022 | Guides

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Feature Guide: Reviews

by Index Staff | Feb 28, 2022 | Guides

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Feature Guide: Payments

by Index Staff | Feb 28, 2022 | Guides

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Feature Guide: Auto-Reply

by Index Staff | Feb 28, 2022 | Guides

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Feature Guide: Texting Toolbar

by Index Staff | Feb 28, 2022 | Guides

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Feature Guide: Appointments

by Index Staff | Feb 28, 2022 | Guides

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Feature Guide: Business Profile

by Index Staff | Feb 28, 2022 | Guides

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Marketing Your Business: Make a Great Online Impression

by Steve Strauss | Sep 27, 2023 | Marketing

Article

How AI Can Transform Your Small Business

by Brian Moran | Aug 29, 2023 | Tools

Article

6 AI Tools for Your Small Business

by Brian Moran | Aug 29, 2023 | Tools

Article

How to Develop a Winning Estimate

by Index Staff | Aug 28, 2023 | Tools

Article

Small Business Basics: Funding

by Steve Strauss | Aug 28, 2023 | Finance

Article

Small Business Sales: Busting Through a Sales Slump

by Steve Strauss | Jul 28, 2023 | Operations

Article

Re-engage Inactive Customers: Text Templates to Reconnect and Boost Sales

by James Monroe | Jul 27, 2023 | Tools

Don’t Worry, Be Happy: How to Avoid Burnout As a Small Business Owner

by Rieva Lesonsky | Jul 25, 2023 | Tools

Sustaining a small business is tough work, and it’s easy to get burned out. In fact, many small business owners burn out. But what does that really mean? And how can you avoid it?