All stories

Manager talking with factory workers

Run your business

What is a rotating schedule?

By contrast, other businesses adopt a rotating schedule in which each employee’s hours … Read more
Woman looking at laptop confused

Customer service

How to optimize the eCommerce checkout flow for your business

Optimizing the eCommerce checkout process is essential for small businesses. Here are some … Read more
Person scanning QR code on coffee shop counter

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
Leaving feedback on mobile phone

Customer service

How to ask for feedback from customers

Getting feedback is hard. Just think about all the purchases you’ve made in … Read more
Boutique owner hanging up clothes on rack

Clover app partners

6 useful apps for boutique owners and small retail businesses

As a boutique owner or small business retailer, you know how important it … Read more
Woman checking text messages on city street

Guides

A concise guide to SMS marketing best practices

SMS marketing is an affordable way to connect with customers and boost your … Read more
Shaking hands

Crisis support

Recession-proof your business: How customer engagement can be insurance against recession

In this second part of our series on preparing for a recession, we’re … Read more
Rooms designed by Fox Design and Staging

Meet the Merchant

Fox Design and Staging

Andron Fox landed in the merchandising industry by chance. His knack for designing … Read more
Customer using gift card to pay at cafe

Ecommerce

Best practices for gift cards

A well-run gift card program for small businesses can help them offer promotions … Read more
Man holding sealed envelope

Gift cards

Get your business ready for moms, dads, & grads season

Spring got you stuck for seasonal advertising ideas? Gift cards give your spring … Read more
holiday decorations

Ecommerce

American Express: Plan now for successful online holiday sales

Small businesses often depend on holiday sales to stay afloat. Especially in a … Read more
Co-founders of Masami, siting on white chairs

Meet the Merchant

MASAMI

After a decades-long career in advertising, Lynn Power felt unfulfilled, finding herself in … Read more
Woman typing on laptop

Inspiration

How to write a great “About Us” page for your small business website

From bakeries to clothing stores, restaurants to florists, customers have more choices than … Read more
Chef in kitchen

Clover app partners

4 awesome apps full-service restaurants need now

When you run a restaurant, you need to bring your A-game. Managing your … Read more
QR code ordering for restaurants from Tabski

Clover app partners

Adding QR code ordering to your Clover POS [5 benefits]

For many restaurants, QR code ordering has been a game-changer with staying power. … Read more
Server tableside using Clover Flex

Meet the Merchant

Why 5 real-world merchants use (and love) their Clover Flex

Clover Flex is one of our most adaptable and multi-use devices. Whether you … Read more
Three soft serve vanilla ice cream cones

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
Staff working behind bar at cafe

Clover app partners

How to create engaging customer loyalty programs: 3 steps to consider

Not only do they help create a positive customer experience, but they also … Read more
United States Capitol building

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