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Ideas for seasonal businesses: How to generate revenue off season
Working on your off-season marketing strategy? The key is knowing what to...
Transform your shipping process
Their shipping strategy has created a major shift in the way retailers...
What is safety stock? The importance of retail buffer stock
In the wake of the pandemic, businesses have learned a lot about...
Small business shipping 101
Shipping is an important part of the customer experience. The ability to...
How to set up a business website
Are you planning on setting up a business website? We’ve got you...
Bartender licensing: A guide for employers
Helping your servers and other employees get their bartending licenses can be...
Customer appointment scheduling becomes commonplace
In other instances, the phone ringer may not be heard; the call...
5 challenges every small business owner faces (+ solutions!)
Small business owners wear many hats–from HR and marketing to accounting and...
How to start a retail pop-up shop–and why you need one
Whether your small business is online or brick-and-mortar, opening a retail pop-up...
How Clover POS supports multi-location businesses
Read about the many ways that Clover has supported these multi-location businesses....
7 signs an employee is about to quit
The Great Resignation is still going strong, and knowing the warning signs...
5 essential apps for car mechanics and auto repair shops
Today’s cars are far more technologically complex than the cars most of...
6 things to consider before opening a second location for your business
Opening a second location involves a lot of research and planning. Here...
What is a card reader and how does it work?
How do credit card readers work, and why does your business need...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
3 reasons why you should offer a mocktail menu at your restaurant or bar
Have you noticed more sober-curious guests at your restaurant or bar? If...
How to automate your business in 5 easy steps
Business automation has become more ubiquitous, and new tech like ChatGPT and...
How to make a schedule for employees
Proper scheduling is essential for business success. Use this guide from Clover...
How to write a boutique business plan
A boutique business plan won’t just help you stay organized, it’s an...
Overtime tax: How to calculate withholdings and track hours
Did you know that your employees’ overtime hours could affect payroll taxes?...
8 valuable apps for accountants and bookkeepers
A lot has changed in the world of accounting in the last...
How to fire an employee: A guide for small businesses
Firing an employee is an unfortunate reality of doing business. There are...
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...
How to do bar inventory in 7 simple steps
Learning how to do bar inventory is important for anyone interested in...
How to onboard a new employee (including new hire checklist)
Onboarding plays an important role in employee retention and is even shown...
22 free small business tools and resources
Small business tools don't have to cost a lot of money. In...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
How to conduct alcohol server training: A guide for restaurants and bars
Careless alcohol service can have dire consequences, but alcohol server training can...
Why shopping secondhand is growing, and how to make your thrift store stand out
Following the pandemic, the popularity of secondhand shopping has taken social media...
How Clover helps retailers run their businesses: Reporting edition
Running a retail business can feel like more than a full-time job....
6 useful apps for boutique owners and small retail businesses
As a boutique owner or small business retailer, you know how important...
5 common sales objections and how to overcome them
Overcoming objections is a frequent challenge in retail, and addressing them is...
Should your business have an alter ego? 5 ideas for how to make passive income
From pop-up events to game nights to hosting classes, giving your small...
How to create employee incentive programs for your small business
Employee incentive programs come in all shapes and sizes, making it somewhat...
How Clover helps retailers run their businesses: Inventory edition
Managing inventory for retail business owners can be a major time suck....
What is COGS? A concise guide for retail businesses
Cost of goods sold (COGS) is an essential metric for retailers, as...
5 essential florist apps to help grow your flower shop business
On top of these changes, you may have faced the challenge of...
How to franchise your small business
Considering expanding your restaurant, retail, or service business? Learn how to franchise...
6 ways Clover supports beauty, health, and other personal services businesses
Personal services businesses–salons, spas, and healthcare clinics–are a fast-growing sector of the...
How to handle employee conflict in the workplace: 4 resolution strategies
As a small business owner, handling staff conflict may feel like a...
6 ways auto repair shops can ease bookkeeping, accounting, and payments
Bookkeeping may not exactly rev your engine, but it’s a big part...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
Adding QR code ordering to your Clover POS [5 benefits]
For many restaurants, QR code ordering has been a game-changer with staying...
The ultimate guide to pricing strategy for new businesses
When setting initial prices for products and services, most business owners choose...
How to do email marketing for small businesses right [7 tips]
Check out our article to learn the tips, tricks, and tools you...
How to determine and measure your restaurant KPIs
Build a better business with restaurant key performance indicators that can help...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
List of essential equipment needed to start a restaurant
This article details the back-of-house equipment needed to start a restaurant, including...
15 small business tips for 2023
Check out these 15 actionable small business tips for 2023 and beyond...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
How to write a restaurant business plan
Here’s a look at how to write a restaurant business plan that can help prepare...
How to leverage social media for a successful Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday has been the local-shopping event of the season for...
5 best restaurant payroll software
We’ve put together a list of some of the best restaurant payroll software options...
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...
5 best restaurant accounting software
Here’s a look at some popular accounting software products, including some basic...
10 Taylor Swift lyrics that double as advice for entrepreneurs
Taylor Swift is a singer, a songwriter, a global sensation, and… a...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
Restaurant checklists for daily operations
Daily restaurant opening checklist This restaurant checklist runs through many of the tasks that should...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
Restaurant terms you need to know
Restaurant workers use a well-developed and increasingly universal lingo to communicate important...
5 creative ways to save your business money
When economic times get tough, saving money can be one of the...
The power of holiday gift guides for small business
Gift guides are a great way to increase your holiday revenue by...
How should you fund your small business? Here’s how to choose.
How should you fund your small business? There are tons of options...
The more the merrier: How to attract more holiday shoppers to your retail store
The holiday season is the perfect time to attract and convert even...
“Pawsitive” impact: Lessons from entrepreneurs fueling the pet-friendly business
Pets are a big business in the U.S., with Americans spending billions...
Build a customer loyalty program–and your business–with Loyalzoo
The holidays are coming, and this year is shaping up to be...
6 tips for writing an effective invoice reminder to clients
One-third of merchants say that late payments put their business at risk...
5 simple ways small business owners can invest in their own education
Education doesn’t have to be confined to school—it can be a lifelong...
5 lessons from Hulu’s ‘The Bear’ on how to run a small business
Hulu’s hit series The Bear is about a small business owner, and...
5 things you wish you would’ve know before opening your retail store
Imagine if you already knew everything you needed to know about retail...
20+ resources every veteran small business owner should know
Are you a member of the military community looking to start or...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
The power of inventory management: 3 ways restaurant owners are saving money with MarketMan
Learn how to increase profitability, lower cost of goods sold and streamline...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
How to make a high-performing kids’ menu for your restaurant
Learn how to build a high-performing kids’ menu that boosts sales and...
“Parentrepreneurs” share what it’s like having a baby and running a business
Running a small business is tough. Raising a baby is even tougher....
How to make payments as easy as possible for your customers and for you
At a time of rising inflation, with recession fears looming on the...
What food truck owners can teach any small business
Food trucks can offer incredible culinary experiences and exciting opportunities for food-minded...
Federal funding for small businesses: Understanding the state small business credit initiative
Today, most small businesses could all use a little extra funding. Learn...
Why business owners should pay themselves first
While it may seem contrary to the bootstrap nature of starting your...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
Apps that make back of house operations run more smoothly for restaurants
Communication is key to smooth restaurant operations and great guest experiences. These...
Green-thumbed entrepreneurs share their wisdom on growing a business
The plant business is booming, fueled by flora-loving millennials. Four entrepreneurs who...
10 blogs for small business owners to follow
Below is our collection of the best blogs for small business owners...
4 benefits of using the BLUbeem by Brink’s app for Clover
Learn how you can digitally reconcile your cash sales and deposits with...
Business owners share tips on hiring teens for the summer
Hiring teenagers can be a great short-term solution for your business’s season,...
6 awesome apps for small business retailers
Local retailers pride themselves on making customers happy, but when they’re inundated...
6 business management tools every home services business needs
Rising demand creates a mix of opportunities and challenges for home service...
5 must-have features for your small business POS system
Today’s POS systems do so much more than simply accept payments. As...
Music festivals are back! How entrepreneurs can get in on the fun and boost business
Music festivals are back, and with them, an influx of crowds ready...
How to make a killer project cost estimate
You’ve made a strong first impression, and you’re about to land a...
Yes, small business owners take vacations. Here’s how they do it.
Small business owners need vacations more than anyone, yet are way less...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
How to reduce food waste in restaurants
Aside from the environmental and social toll that this waste generates, throwing...
How small businesses can analyze and improve their profit margins
As the cost of doing business fluctuates, so does your bottom line....
Tips on scaling your business from craft brewery owners
The craft beer industry is bubbling over. To stand out as a...
The top 10 restaurant management blogs to follow
Use this guide to help find the information you need to give...
The power of connected retail: 5 ways Clover merchants are saving time with inventory management
What does better inventory management look like? Connected Retail with real-time data...
How Clover POS supports working mother entrepreneurs
For Mother’s Day, we are celebrating the amazing women who balance motherhood...
10 strengths local businesses can lean into
Small business week is here! In celebration of the many ways local...
Quick Service Restaurants (QSR)
6 reasons Clover is a perfect POS for coffee shops
Coffee shops are fast-paced, high volume, constantly changing businesses. Having a POS...
How to do payroll for your small business
This article outlines some of the most important steps to follow when...
How to identify and help prevent fraud in your business
For small business owners, fraud can have short- and long-term financial impacts....
10 ways merchants can (and should) lower their stress levels
With all the uncertainty in the world right now, stress is at...
What tax forms do small businesses have to file?
To avoid unwanted penalties and fines, it’s important to stay on top...
The great equalizer: how hiring software can help small businesses outperform corporations
Learn how hiring software like JazzHR is equalizing recruiting, helping small businesses...
Quick Service Restaurants (QSR)
6 ways coffee shops can partner with other local businesses
Coffee shops have a lot of visibility within their community since they...
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...
Labor shortages getting your restaurant down? Forget hiring, think technology
Are labor shortages getting your restaurant down? This technology strategy from Applova...
Does your small business need Clover Virtual Terminal?
A virtual terminal is a convenient, flexible way to accept credit and...
Clover’s ultimate checklist for employee retention and satisfaction
The Great Resignation is keeping many small business owners up at night....
Resources every Black business owner should know
In recognition of National Black Business month, we explore the challenges many...
How to find a business mentor
If uncertainty has been hampering your small business pursuits, consider the benefits...
7 ways restaurants can boost Super Bowl sales
Super Bowl Sunday is a great day for businesses to pick up...
5 reasons every restaurant needs Clover Online Ordering with Delivery now
Clover® Online Ordering with Delivery lets restaurants of all sizes offer customers...
How online employment background checks from Shareable can help you hire better
Ever wish you could run an employment background check on your candidate...
5 ways an optimized website can supercharge restaurant sales
Whether you’re struggling to DIY yourself to a strong website or paying...
5 ways small businesses can prepare for the unexpected
Unexpected challenges can be costly and inconvenient for business owners. The good...
6 ways coffee shops and cafes can run seasonal specials more effectively
Seasonal specials can be a great way to build your brand and...
How to start a landscaping business
Before you mow that first lawn, you’ll need a business plan to...
2022 small business trends you should know about
Recognizing and staying ahead of small business trends will be key to...
8 super-easy ways to run your small business better in 2022
2022 is all about working smarter, not harder. These apps can automate...
5 things small businesses learned in 2021
As 2021 winds down, we take a look at the many challenges...
5 tips from Grubhub for building a successful delivery menu
Grubhub’s delivery experts share 5 tips to help you build a successful...
What is a rotating schedule?
By contrast, other businesses adopt a rotating schedule in which each employee’s...
15 ways to mentally prepare yourself for the holiday rush
From supply chain issues to the normal rush of the holidays, small...
5 tips to help small businesses cover the holiday rush with less
The holiday sales rush can be a stressful and exciting time for...
Offering payment plans to customers
However, this billing approach lends itself to physical items, too – whether...
3 common small business insurance policies, made simple
Business insurance is not usually top of mind for most business owners...
How to start a cleaning business
This guide explains how to start a cleaning business that you can...
5 reasons Clover merchants use Time Clock by Homebase
Keeping track of employees’ hours is one of the most important responsibilities...
How to conduct a year-end inventory count
The end of the year is often fun and games for consumers,...
Meet Clover Recurring Payments
Clover’s new recurring payments is a convenient and reliable way to get...
The 4 biggest cybersecurity threats and how to protect your business
If you’re used to doing business as an in-person operation, you may...
5 resources every Latinx small business owner should know
As we celebrate Latinx-owned businesses, we explore 5 types of resources available...
Common hourly payroll mistakes and how to avoid them
Making payroll mistakes is a common and costly pitfall for small businesses....
How to maximize visual merchandising efforts
What is visual merchandising? Visual merchandising is a type of marketing in...
What is a business license and why do you need one?
Although some entrepreneurs may dismiss the idea of getting a business license,...
Financial analysis components for small business
This analysis allows you to better understand: How your small business is...
What is small business insurance? Here’s what you need to know
Although competition and other market forces may be responsible for many of...
Save time with ADP’s do-it-yourself small business payroll
Now available to Clover clients: ADP’s Core payroll solution. It's ideal for...
Quick Service Restaurants (QSR)
5 reasons Clover is a best-fit POS for food trucks
Food truck season is in full swing, and crisp autumn days are...
How to find a good location for your business
If you select the wrong spot for your new venture, sales may...
7 burning questions you can actually answer with cloud payroll data
What is often considered a burden by business owners? Payroll. But what...
10 easy-to-use August strategies to improve your productivity all year
The dog days of summer can offer a breather for small-business owners,...
Now use Clover with or without a POS device
You’ve got big dreams for your business. Clover Essentials can help you...
9 tips for hiring in a super-tight labor market
It can be tough to hire great workers in a tight labor...
How to open a business bank account
You’ll need a business bank account if you plan to: Register your...
1099 vs W-2: What You Don’t Know Could Cost You
Employers often refer to independent contractors as "1099" and employees as "W-2"...
How and why your small business needs great photos
Good photography can make a huge difference in the crucial first impression...
W-2 vs. 1099: Choosing between employees and contractors
Either way, the majority of new hires will likely fit into one...
How 3 Clover Merchants are taking it to the streets
In our Meet The Merchant series, we’ve met SMB owners who’ve found...
7 small business types that will thrive post-pandemic
As the pandemic begins to wind down in the U.S., for many...
How to use Clover Reporting to forecast sales
Clover Reporting can organize your sales data so you can budget for...
How to source, hire, and train employees brand-new to market
As consumers gain more confidence coming back to restaurants, many business owners...
6 ways Clover can help ice cream businesses
Clover’s tools for ice cream businesses allow merchants to be flexible, sell...
Doing Business As (DBA): What it is & when to file one
There is another, simpler approach known as “doing business as.” Usually abbreviated...
Fisherman: Why Your Restaurant Needs a Website (and How to Build One Pronto)
To gain and influence web traffic, it’ is critical that your business...
How to register your small business
If you’re like most entrepreneurs, you likely dream of the independence, freedom,...
5 small business trends & practices that aren’t going away post-pandemic: food & beverage edition
As we slowly begin to exit the pandemic, there’s light at the...
4 reasons to select a POS system with a QuickBooks integration
What does integration entail? Are there valid reasons to integrate POS systems...
5 small business trends & practices that aren’t going away post-pandemic: services edition
Getting back to normal won’t mean getting back to the way things...
How to buy wholesale for your small business
Although the concept is simple, knowing how to buy wholesale for your...
Three simple self-care habits to avoid workday burnout
What does clocking in and out even mean when you’re running your...
Tips for how to write an employee handbook for a small business
This guide walks you through some of the essentials that should go...
3 apps to help you focus on business growth, not paperwork
Need more hours in your day? In your personal life, you likely...
How to finance a restaurant
What is restaurant financing? Broadly speaking, restaurant financing is the capital you...
Why a Clover Flex is the perfect investment for 2021
After the market upheavals of 2020, resilience should be top of mind...
Give your business a boost with the SBA’s Restaurant Revitalization Fund grant
If you run a food and beverage business, it’s probably been a...
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...
5 small business trends & practices that aren’t going away post-pandemic: retail edition
These trends shaped the retail industry during COVID-19 and will continue to...
Connect with your customers with the Clover app
Combining the power of Clover Customer Engagement suite with the freedom of...
Clover’s new Inventory can help your business run smoother
In an ever-changing marketplace, it's tough to balance regulatory demands with getting...
Business resources for female small business owners
To support all women small- and medium-sized business (SMB) owners, we’re sharing...
Can employers require COVID-19 vaccines?
Curious about regulations regarding required vaccinations for employees? We now have guidance...
The 10 worst time wasters for small business owners
While you can’t create time, you can maximize this limited resource in a way...
Small business tax deductions for 2020 / 2021
If your goal is to keep as much money as possible this...
Auditing your restaurant’s online presence
Now is an excellent time to assess your online presence and make...
Small business funding for Black women entrepreneurs
From 2007 - 2018, the number of businesses owned by African-American women...
Access business credit scores and find funding for free with Nav
Concerned about money? The Nav app, free through your Clover dashboard, can...
Future-proof your business: 2021 refresh
What kinds of goods and services could you offer if your best-sellers...
Full Service Restaurants (FSR)
How to help increase restaurant sales
With slight modifications, many of the strategies that worked in the past...
Guide to a Winning Job Posting Strategy: How to Find the Right Candidates
How do you ensure your job posting attracts the right candidates? Learn...
The 6 biggest money mistakes SMBs make
Below are six of the biggest money mistakes entrepreneurs make when trying...
QR codes for restaurants: Helping your business adapt to the pandemic
This transition wasn’t immediate, since specialized equipment was previously needed to read...
Building Your Team? Here’s What You Need to Know About Payroll
How to set up payroll As you build your team, you’ll need...
What is POS (point of sale) software?
Why your business needs POS system software Many merchants often use point...
Make hiring easy with JazzHR
Now, more than ever, sourcing strong candidates can be headache-inducing. JazzHR offers...
10 ways to reduce anxiety for yourself and your employees
With more Americans showing signs of depression or anxiety, odds are, you...
What is Customer Relationship Management (CRM)?
Customer relationship management (CRM) allows a business to manage and analyze contact...
Need to set up online ordering fast? Here’s how.
With Clover Online Ordering, your customers order take-out or delivery meals easily...
What is a POS system, how does it work, and how do I choose one?
Point-of-sale (POS) systems help businesses accept and process payments as well as...
POS systems vs. cash registers: How they are different & which you should choose
Cash registers have a certain nostalgia about them. They can remind us...
Caring for your employees during the COVID-19 crisis
Small businesses across the country are reeling from the devastating impact of...
The COVID-19 Customer Engagement toolkit
As part of our ongoing efforts to provide timely information and resources...
Top shows & documentaries for entrepreneurs on Netflix, YouTube, and other streaming services
The Bear (2022) Inside Bill’s Brain: Decoding Bill Gates (2019) American Factory...
How to start a small business in 9 simple steps
1. Do your research Sadly, a large number of businesses fail each...
How to uncover broken links on your website
One of the things Google looks at when determining where to rank...
How to declutter your small business operations
Decluttering: it’s not just for your kitchen cabinets. Streamline your business by...
Mobile credit card processing for Android & iPhone
As a business owner, you can begin accepting credit cards anytime and...
Electronic billing services, invoicing & online payment software
Avoid lost bills and late payments by sending digital invoices and reminders...
Apple Pay for business – what will it cost me?
Apple Pay® is one of the top mobile payment and digital wallet...
Need cash quickly? Try Clover Rapid Deposit
Make your money work for you with Clover Rapid Deposit. Get your...
Business scenario: Negotiating your first store lease
Whether you’re opening a business for the first time, expanding out of...
8 awesome Clover apps every coffee shop needs
Indie coffee shops can hold their own against the corporate giants with...
The definitive guide to handling product & inventory
Good inventory management is about much more than logistics - it’s a...
Is your cashier checkout script boosting profits?
A customer’s checkout experience is a critical point where you can boost...
What small businesses should look for in a POS system
Run your business smoothly with POS system software. Clover lists key features...
Business scenario: Negotiating a lease renewal
Rent is one of the largest expenditures for business and can make...
5 questions to ask before discontinuing a product
Discontinuing a product without taking your customers or your sales data into...
New & notable in the Clover App Market: June 2017
This summer, spend more time with your customers. New & Notable in...
Five apps that’ll up your food service delivery game
With that in mind, we thought we’d share five of the most...
How to get quick cash for your small business
In contrast, small banks and credit unions are friendlier to small business...
It’s a sign: Best practices for in-store signage
So, how can you keep things flowing smoothly through your store? One...