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Small Business Data

Holiday Shopping Report 2024: Consumer spending down, but small business sentiment remains strong

October 15, 2024

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Small Business Data

5 data-backed ways small business owners can maximize holiday revenue in 2024

November 17, 2024

Improve your bottom line this holiday season

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Running a business

Setting small business goals: A complete guide (+ free checklist)

November 26, 2024

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Growing a business

28 highly effective small business advertising ideas to skyrocket your brand

December 2, 2024

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pricing strategy

14 pricing strategies to try in 2025 + how to pick one

December 3, 2024

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payments

Small businesses gift cards: Types and how to set them up

November 26, 2024

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Inspiration

22 storefront decorating ideas for the holidays

November 15, 2022

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Payroll

Holiday pay: What is it and how to calculate it

December 2, 2024

Quick business tips

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Running a business

Year-end checklist for small businesses: 15 steps to prepare for the new year

March 31, 2025

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Running a business

10 AI courses for small business owners: From free to premium

November 6, 2024

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Bookkeeping

How to read and prepare a balance sheet

January 5, 2024

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Midsize business

8 inventory management techniques for small businesses

July 22, 2024

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Starting a business

How to create a business website: 9 steps + best practices

September 24, 2024

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Midsize business

Competitive pricing: Strategies, pros and cons, and tips

November 8, 2024

Hire and manage employees

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manage employees

PTO accrual: How to calculate accrued time off

March 29, 2024

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manage employees

7 tips for gracefully managing employees during the holidays

November 30, 2022

hiring

How to hire employees: 8 steps to simplify the hiring process

October 19, 2021

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Payroll

How to calculate overtime pay in 7 steps [examples + common mistakes]

June 13, 2024

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Payroll

Employee compensation: A guide for small businesses

December 4, 2023

Payroll

Semimonthly vs biweekly payroll

July 24, 2020

With QuickBooks, payroll and bookkeeping work hand-in-hand.

Small business stories

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Running a business

Anong Beam is painting in heritage colors

November 9, 2023

I Run This Robby Simon

Running a business

Robby Simon’s business is his imagination

February 13, 2024

Kyle Dubay and Bo Shepherd are building something special

Running a business

Kyle Dubay and Bo Shepherd are building something special

March 16, 2025

The ultimate small business gift guide by Intuit QuickBooks

A holiday guide to shopping small

These gifts will bring a smile to everyone on your list this year.

Marketing advice from Mailchimp

Crafting a Holiday Email Strategy That Keeps On Giving

Crafting a holiday email strategy that keeps on giving

How small businesses are using Black Friday, Cyber Week, and other year‑end sales events to drive year‑round success

Black Friday & Cyber Monday marketing strategies

7 Black Friday SMS campaigns to take on the holidays

Use these strategies to gain new customers and drive revenue on peak days.

Holiday marketing quick guide

How to grow your brand

How can you transform your marketing efforts to supercharge growth?

Reports and insights

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Small Business Data

Small business, big responsibility: How prioritizing mental health can boost success

May 22, 2024

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Small Business Data

Holiday Shopping Report 2024: Consumer spending down, but small business sentiment remains strong

October 15, 2024

Intuit QuickBooks Small Business Index December 2024

Intuit QuickBooks Small Business Index, December 2024

December 4, 2024

Set your business up for success in 2025

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taxes

What is a 1099? Types, details, and how to pay contractors

November 4, 2024

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Starting a business

4 ways to fund a new business

May 7, 2021

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accounting

Hiring an accountant for small business: An ultimate guide

July 15, 2023

Trends and insights from Mailchimp

This holiday, it's personal. 6 insights to save time and maximize revenue with a personalized approach

This Holiday, it's Personal

Six insights that can save time and maximize revenue.

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Marketing Success Season 2023

Turn clustomers into customers. (Now available on demand!)

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