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March 22, 2022

Key Areas of Improvement for Small Business Employees

Are you aware of the strengths and weaknesses of your employees? The team you’ve hired can make or break your business. It’s important to understand how the right... Read More
March 16, 2022

How Small Business Owners Can Compete for Talent in 2022

Recent research shows that small business owners are ready to hire but facing difficulty filling open positions. If you need to add employees, you can take steps to... Read More
March 14, 2022

Top 8 Reasons Why Stricter ID Verification Is Helpful for Business

A strict ID verification system is important for your business. Strong security, top-notch customer service, and having a reputation as a reliable company help your... Read More
March 06, 2022

22 Best Business Blogs for Business Owners

With almost 4 billion people worldwide currently connected to the internet, there has never been a better time for businesses to include blogging in their marketing... Read More
March 06, 2022

Employee or Independent Contractor: Which One Is Best for You?

As a small business owner, you have two choices when hiring: an employee or an independent contractor. Do you know the difference? Determining the right fit for your... Read More
February 21, 2022

5 Ways to Keep Your Employees Motivated

Every business needs stellar employees to grow and succeed. The process doesn’t end when they get hired, either. It’s more important to make them stay and earn their... Read More
February 19, 2022

Operations Plan Examples: What You Need To Know

When creating a business plan, it’s important to understand the key types of plans to determine which will most benefit your specific business needs. Some plan types... Read More
February 17, 2022

Small Business Automation in 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to small businesses quickly implementing digital solutions to stay ahead of the curve. The dictionary defines automation as “the... Read More
February 10, 2022

A Guide To HIPAA Compliance Training For Employees

HIPAA compliance is essential in the healthcare industry because without it, patient data could become visible to malicious actors. With HIPAA guidelines in place,... Read More

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The SmartBiz® Small Business Blog and other related communications from SmartBiz BankSM are intended to provide general information on relevant topics for managing small businesses. Be aware that this is not a comprehensive analysis of the subject matter covered and is not intended to provide specific recommendations to you or your business with respect to the matters addressed. Please consult legal and financial professionals for further information.