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The tools and resources you need to get your new business idea off the ground.

How to start a business: A practical 22-step guide to success

Starting a business

The only 22 steps to starting a business you'll need

June 30, 2023

Starting a business

The 10-part business plan & downloadable template

February 2, 2024

Define your vision

Starting a business

How to register a business: 6 steps you need to take

January 8, 2022

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Starting a business

15 elevator pitch examples: How to write your business pitch

May 31, 2023

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Starting a business

How to write a value proposition: 8 examples + free template

May 23, 2023

Marketing

How to identify your target audience in 5 steps

February 26, 2021

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Starting a business

10 easy steps to conduct a competitive analysis to grow your business

January 25, 2022

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pricing strategy

14 pricing strategies and examples to try

August 24, 2023

Small Business Templates

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accounting

Free business budget templates (PDF/Excel) + how to create

January 7, 2022

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payments

How to follow up on past due invoices: Guide & payment reminder letter templates

March 31, 2021

Payroll

Payroll ledger template: What is a payroll ledger?

August 2, 2021

Starting a business

The 10-part business plan & downloadable template

February 2, 2024

Make it happen

Starting a business

How to start a business with no money: 10 ways to make it happen

December 8, 2022

Starting a business

4 ways to fund a new business

May 7, 2021

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Starting a business

How to get a small business loan: Guide & tips

June 17, 2022

funding

Small business grants: 20+ grants and resources to fund your future without debt

April 21, 2021

Starting a business

How to approach friends and family for funding

April 21, 2021

funding

The complete guide to crowdfunding

May 26, 2021

Make it official

Starting a business

How to register a business: 6 steps you need to take

January 8, 2022

Self-employed

How to register as a self-employed business owner: A step-by-step guide

September 20, 2019

taxes

What is an EIN Number, and does your business need one?

December 14, 2021

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Running a business

How to trademark a name in 7 steps

January 31, 2024

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Starting a business

How to get the right permits and licenses for your business

January 13, 2022

Midsize business

Everything you need to know about small business insurance and handling claims

March 11, 2022

Build your brand

Starting a business

How to come up with a business name: 19 tips for small businesses

December 12, 2022

Starting a business

How to build a brand: A beginner’s guide to building your brand story

October 17, 2023

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Starting a business

How to create a website for my business: 8 steps and tips

February 2, 2022

Find your space

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Starting a business

Brick-and-mortar stores: pros and cons for small business owners

September 26, 2023

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Starting a business

How to start a business at home: A step-by-step guide with examples

January 14, 2022

online store and retail

How to set up an online store

June 17, 2021

Starting a business

How to start an e-commerce business and succeed in 2023

January 5, 2023

COVID-19

How to set up your business for online sales in 5 easy steps

March 19, 2020

online store and retail

Guide to e-commerce shipping

July 13, 2021

Understand business taxes

taxes

Complete guide to filing self-employment taxes

May 3, 2019

Small business owners review tax files and documents.

taxes

How to file small business taxes: A 7-step guide

January 11, 2024

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taxes

Ultimate guide to small business tax forms, schedules, and resources

January 25, 2024

taxes

Internet sales tax: Definition, types, and examples

January 24, 2022

taxes

How to calculate sales tax and avoid audits

February 11, 2021

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taxes

Do I need to charge sales tax? A simplified guide

October 13, 2023

Get paid

payments

What are contactless payments?

September 17, 2020

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payments

What is an electronic payment? How and when to use them

November 14, 2023

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payments

Mobile payment methods: A small business guide

November 6, 2023

Invoicing

What is an invoice? Guide, examples, and what to include

January 25, 2021

payments

How to choose the best payment method for small businesses

June 17, 2022

Payroll

Salary vs. owner's draw: How to pay yourself as a business owner

December 14, 2020

Run your business

Bookkeeping

What is business accounting? 21 tips for business owners

December 3, 2020

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Bookkeeping

The 8-step accounting cycle: A beginner’s guide

January 19, 2024

Bookkeeping

Financial statements: What business owners should know

January 19, 2024

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