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Guides

How to start a retail business

Knowing how to start a retail business step by step can help aspiring … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

5 tips for updating your tipping policy to retain employees

In today’s tight labor market, it’s more important than ever for restaurants to … Read more
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Home & field services

Accept credit card payments with an iPad POS system

With a mobile app and a small, portable credit card reader, you can quickly … Read more
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Accounting

The difference between a W-2 and W-4 for small business owners

If you’re not sure what these two documents are, this guide explains the … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

Average restaurant owner salary in 2023

Restaurant owner salary amounts can vary dramatically based on factors such as type … Read more
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Meet the Merchant

Reyna’s Tacos

In today’s installment, we hear from Leslie Reyna of Reyna’s Tacos in San … Read more
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Run your business

Small business funding for Black women entrepreneurs

From 2007 – 2018, the number of businesses owned by African-American women has … Read more
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Guides

Small business legal considerations: What business owners should know

For those starting a small business, the right legal advice can help you … Read more
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Customer service

Dining excellence: How to improve restaurant operations

Learn tips for enhancing the customer experience and how to improve restaurant operations, … Read more
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Guides

How to fire an employee: A guide for small businesses

Firing an employee is an unfortunate reality of doing business. There are best … Read more
A local bar

Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

4 cash flow management strategies for bars

For bar owners, managing cash flow is key to keeping the business afloat. … Read more
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Guides

How to choose a merchant account provider

It’s technically possible to sustain a business on cash-based sales alone. Though at … Read more
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Meet the Merchant

How Clover POS supports multi-location businesses

Read about the many ways that Clover has supported these multi-location businesses. Whether … Read more
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Customer service

Should your business harness the power of QR codes?

In today’s digitally driven world, QR codes have become a game-changer for small … Read more
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Coffee shops and cafes

8 restaurant loyalty and rewards program ideas

Discover how incorporating restaurant loyalty program ideas into your business strategy can help … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

Finding the best suppliers for your restaurant: A simple guide

Restaurant suppliers are one of the most important components you need to run … Read more
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By state

California business licenses and permits you may need

Not sure which California business licenses and permits are required for your startup? … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

10 small business collaboration ideas to grow sales

Small business collaborations are a great way to increase your exposure and boost … Read more
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Insights

How to design your bakery space

Opening a bakery or renovating an existing shop? Great bakery shop interior design … Read more