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Would you believe that the first barcode was printed on a pack of Wrigley’s gum, and originally created to help grocery stores track inventory? If you’re interested in learning more fun facts like the ones above as well as how the barcode came to be, then check out our latest infographic. Read More

Myths. They’re everywhere. In business, myths can hinder your success—by either deterring you, or causing you to think things will be easier than they truly are. There are a lot of obstacles you’ll face as a small business owner, so don’t let these myths get in your way. Read More

Nobody should be all work and no play. Small business owners, especially, need to keep that in mind. So reward your hardworking, dedicated employees this summer with a well-planned work party! Not sure how to go about planning the perfect, work-appropriate summer bash? These tips should help. Read More

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Today, barcodes are completely integrated into mainstream life — nearly every product in a grocery, department or mass merchandise store bears a UPC barcode. It’s clear that this technology works, and will continue to do so. Here are a few predictions on barcode technology. Read More

Even though, as a country, we’ve experienced a decline in entrepreneurship during the recent economic crisis, it remains a cornerstone in our economy—as it always has been. There are several reasons why small businesses thrive. Here's why. Read More

The most recent change to YouTube is a substantial one, and if your business has yet to adopt online video as a healthy slice of its marketing pie, you’ll want to listen up. Read More

Employees are always looking for ways to impress you, the boss. Sometimes they think they know what you want, but fall short of meeting your expectations. To keep you happy and your small business productive, here are a few suggested expectations to demand from your employees. Read More

Establishing a routine is what we do. It’s human nature. And while routines may help us stay on course, we often overlook the signs that our routines may actually be damaging our business. Here are 5 habits to break before they break your business. Read More

In the past larger businesses have had access to all the best tools and resources and consumers have been faced with an impossible choice. Large companies can be faceless, disinterested, and difficult to deal with. Find out how your small business can go toe-to-toe with the giants. Read More