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Starting a business

Free business plan template and how to fill it out

October 3, 2024

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Starting a business

How to write a mission statement for your business: A step-by-step guide

January 26, 2022

Marketing

How to identify your target audience in 5 steps

February 26, 2021

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Starting a business

18 Tips for how to come up with a business name (Ideas & next steps)

July 25, 2024

Funding & Capital

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Starting a business

4 ways to fund a new business

May 7, 2021

taxes

Your guide to small business start up costs and taxes

May 7, 2021

6 elevator pitch examples: How to write your business pitch

funding

6 elevator pitch examples: How to write your business pitch

January 4, 2022

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Starting a business

How to start a business with no money in 8 steps (+ free business plan template)

July 29, 2024

Finance Basics

Bookkeeping

What is financial reporting? Definition, types, and importance

January 11, 2024

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Running a business

Financial forecasting: Definition, 7 methods + how to do it

February 20, 2024

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Invoicing

What is an invoice? Guide, examples, and what to include

January 25, 2021

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payments

How to choose the best payment method for small businesses

June 17, 2022

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pricing strategy

14 pricing strategies and examples to try

August 24, 2023

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Payroll

Salary vs. owner's draw: How to pay yourself as a business owner

December 14, 2020

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