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Minority-owned

Resources every Black business owner should know

In recognition of National Black Business month, we explore the challenges many Black-owned … Read more
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By state

How to get a small business license in California

If you’re thinking about starting a small business in California, you may need … Read more
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Accounting

What is COGS? A concise guide for retail businesses

Cost of goods sold (COGS) is an essential metric for retailers, as it … Read more
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Money management

Federal funding for small businesses: Understanding the state small business credit initiative

Today, most small businesses could all use a little extra funding. Learn more … Read more
Fine dining restaurant

Customer service

What is fine dining? Here’s a guide for creating a special restaurant experience

There’s something gratifying about providing this special experience for others — which is … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

Happy hour overhaul: Rethinking your drink special (Part 1)

Ready to upgrade your Happy Hour? We asked top-shelf industry experts to serve … Read more
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Biz ops

How smart restaurants deal with rising labor costs

Hourly wages in the restaurant industry are on the rise. For merchants already … Read more
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Coffee shops and cafes

4 simple and creative ways to ask for tips at your business 

The traditional practice of tipping is adapting to changing times, economic pressures, and … Read more
Collage of AAPI small business owners who use Clover to grow their businesses

Holiday

Celebrating AAPI small business owners

Happy Asian-American and Pacific Islander Month! Clover celebrates the many AAPI-owned businesses that … Read more
Collage of merchants who use Clover POS

Meet the Merchant

What long-time Clover merchants can teach new businesses

Long-standing Clover merchants offer these tips to aspiring entrepreneurs for long-term success: work … Read more
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By state

How to start a business in New York

If you’ve ever dreamed of starting your business in the Empire State, it’s … Read more
Homebase Payroll for small business

Accounting

Common hourly payroll mistakes and how to avoid them

Making payroll mistakes is a common and costly pitfall for small businesses. But … Read more
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Insights

What the Inflation Reduction Act means for small business

The Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law on August 16th, and its … Read more

Meet the Merchant

Holy Rolly Charleston

In this installment of Meet the Merchant, we speak to LaToya Gardner of … Read more
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Guides

What is a business license and why do you need one?

Although some entrepreneurs may dismiss the idea of getting a business license, the … Read more
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Inspiration

5 ways to go green as a small business (and why you should)

As the owner of a small business, you may not have put much … Read more
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Guides

How to start a landscaping business

Before you mow that first lawn, you’ll need a business plan to get … Read more
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Money management

Redesign your mental model: Use tax season to build better habits

Tax season is here with a vengeance, and year-long financial procrastinations have come … Read more
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Loyalty

How to launch a subscription-based service for your small business

Creating a subscription option for your business can be a great way to … Read more
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Marketing

Ideas for seasonal businesses: How to generate revenue off season

Working on your off-season marketing strategy? The key is knowing what to do … Read more