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People at restaurant

Biz ops

Walk-ins or reservations—what’s the right mix for your restaurant?

It’s one of the trickiest questions in the restaurant business: should you take … Read more
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Insights

Back to school shopping trends for bookstores

Data shows that small, independent bookstores serve a valuable need for customers, especially … Read more
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Insights

Top podcasts for small business owners and entrepreneurs

Tuning into a podcast is convenient, allows for multitasking, and can feel more … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

Your guide to the best restaurant merchandise ideas

One of the most effective ways to boost your business and generate additional … Read more
Sean Ham of Iconik Coffee Roasters

Meet the Merchant

Iconik Coffee Roasters

In this installment of Meet the Merchant, we speak to Sean Ham of … Read more
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Clover app partners

5 essential florist apps to help grow your flower shop business

On top of these changes, you may have faced the challenge of direct … Read more
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Covid-19

ABC Fitness Connection

In this installment, we chat with Tammy L.S. Wright. Along with John Wright, … Read more
Owners of The Walk In and Neon Croissant

Meet the Merchant

The Walk In and Neon Croissant

In this Installment of Meet the Merchant, we interview Erin Ellis, co-owner of … Read more
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Coffee shops and cafes

Restaurant checklists for daily operations

Daily restaurant opening checklist This restaurant checklist runs through many of the tasks that should be … Read more
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Accounting

Cashless, cash-only, or hybrid? Choose the best payment method for your business

The prevalence of contactless payments makes it seem as though commerce is on … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

What to consider when designing your restaurant floor plan

Sometimes, something as simple as a well-designed floor plan may be all you … Read more
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Run your business

5 ways to upgrade your small business cybersecurity for 2024 (and beyond)

A cyberattack could be devastating for your business. Educating yourself and your staff … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

What is a restaurant employee training manual and why do I need one?

A restaurant training manual can be a vital roadmap for your establishment’s success. … Read more
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Guides

How to maximize visual merchandising efforts

What is visual merchandising? Visual merchandising is a type of marketing in which … Read more
Chefs looking at ingredients

Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

From farm to fork: How restaurants embrace tech to help ensure food safety

The integration of technology into the restaurant industry has brought about a paradigm … Read more

Personal services

How to start a fitness business

As wellness becomes increasingly popular, people are actively seeking new ways to work … Read more
Ice Cream on Grand storefront

Meet the Merchant

Ice Cream on Grand

In this installment of Meet the Merchant, we speak to Syed and Victoria … Read more
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Meet the Merchant

Meet the Merchants in the Northeast

Whether you’re taking in fall colors, camping in the countryside, or visiting the … Read more
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Clover product news

2FA: What it is & why it’s crucial for merchant security

Small businesses are prime targets for average hackers looking to score valuable information. … Read more
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Meet the Merchant

We’re thankful for our merchants

Since the series’ inception we’ve featured 60-plus Clover merchants, and we’re just getting … Read more