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Crisis support

4 reasons your restaurant needs scan to order now

This Scan to Order feature creates a fully contactless ordering and payment process, … Read more
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Insights

Top shows & documentaries for entrepreneurs on Netflix, YouTube, and other streaming services

That’s why budding entrepreneurs should take occasional breaks to recharge their batteries. Popular distractions include:  … Read more
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Customer service

Virtual stores and the future of eCommerce

Virtual stores utilize the latest technology, including augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

Back of house restaurant job descriptions and duties

Restaurants depend on back-of-house team members to manage operations and prepare food that … Read more
Chefs in kitchen

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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Customer service

3 local bookstores on harnessing the power of community

Local bookstores generate love like no other business. These three shops have become … 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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Ecommerce

Which retail format is right for your business?

Brick-and-mortar, digital marketplace, seasonal, or pop-up? There are many different formats to consider … Read more
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Inspiration

Celebrating Black inventors & entrepreneurs during Black History Month

From the traffic light to the potato chip, Black entrepreneurs and inventors have … Read more
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Retail

New business owner guide to recruiting for retail positions

From creating strong job descriptions to asking effective retail interview questions, use this … Read more
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Insights

6 things to consider before opening a second location for your business

Opening a second location involves a lot of research and planning. Here are … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

Renting/leasing a commercial kitchen: What business owners need to know

Need more room for your food and beverage business? Learn how to find … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

What is a pop-up restaurant?

How do pop-up restaurants work? How do you start one, and why are … Read more
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Full Service Restaurants (FSR)

How to manage restaurant staff effectively

An effective restaurant management system plays a key role in business success. Learn … 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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Loyalty

3 things to consider when structuring your loyalty program

Today’s loyalty programs are designed to maximize ROI in terms of cost, time, … 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
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By state

How to get a small business license in Texas

Launching a business in the Lone Star state requires filing the right paperwork. … Read more
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Loyalty

Why are customers unsubscribing/unfollowing us?

What happens when your loyal customer base stops following you? Find out how … Read more
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Clover app partners

Run an effective stock count strategy (plus, a schedule to stick to)

Inventory counting is one of the best ways to help reduce stockouts, hold … Read more