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Burnout is bad for business — and even worse for your team

Rula explains that burnout in the workplace can lower productivity across your organization.

How do I check my business credit score for free?

Brex explains how a business credit score shapes growth opportunities in unexpected ways, such as determining if you'll get an expansion loan, influencing whether suppliers offer you better payment terms, or impacting your insurance rates.

Who's hiring on H-1B? Here are the US metros and companies with the most visa holders.

H-1B Employer Data used research from USCIS to find which companies and metropolitan areas have the highest rates of H-1B visa holders.

America welcomed this refugee who fled the Taliban; now he's a founding CEO opening doors for job seekers facing adversity

The Economic Hardship Reporting Project and Fast Company share the story of Cyrus Jaffery, a refugee-turned-CEO who pays it forward by helping job seekers facing adversity.

5 ways companies are incorporating AI ethics

Drata analyzed current events to illustrate how companies are ethically incorporating artificial intelligence in the workplace.  

Best startup and small business grants for women

NEXT says that small business grants are an opportunity for women to find funding for their startups, but they are often overlooked by traditional loans and lines of credit.

Cyberattacks are on the rise, and they're costing us billions of dollars

Drata examined analyst reports and news reports to determine the cost of cyberattacks to companies and consumers around the world.

PEO insurance explained: A guide for employers

Thatch explores how PEO insurance helps small businesses access cost-effective benefits, streamline administration, and provide employees with comprehensive coverage.

How to trademark a business name to ensure it stays one-of-a-kind

LegalZoom details how to trademark a business name with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Square spotlights an Iranian-Egyptian couple's journey to building an ice cream shop rooted in tradition and love.

Square spotlights an Iranian-Egyptian couple's journey to building an ice cream shop rooted in tradition and love.
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Does business insurance cover theft?

NEXT explains how theft, robbery, or burglary can be covered by choosing a small business insurance policy to protect you.

How to integrate old and new teams

ACT Leadership, in partnership with Brown University School of Professional Studies, provides insights and practical tips on fostering successful leadership transitions from.

22 small business tips for success in 2025 from entrepreneurs

Shopify shares actionable small business tips from expert entrepreneurs, including how to find success in your marketing, customer experience, and sales strategies.

Do I need Workers' Comp for myself?
NEXT shares guidelines and reasons to protect yourself with your business' Workers' Compensation insurances.
How a 4-day workweek could reduce burnout without hurting productivity
BuchhaltungsButler and DataPulse explore the effects of the four-day work week worldwide and as an idea growing in popularity in the U.S.
The beginning of the year is the most popular time to start a new business: What you need to know to get started now
(BPT) - If you're considering launching a new business, you're not alone. Small business growth has doubled from 2014 to 2024. The new year is the most popular time to start, with 30% of new …
How to write an effective corporate travel policy
Ramp walks through the purpose of a corporate travel policy and what it should include, plus trips to encourage adoption in your organization.
How do you create a workplace that people want to work in? We embedded in a company to find out
Going to the office doesn’t have to be a chore. Here’s how:
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Spring into financial security: Refresh your fraud awareness this season

(BPT) - As flowers bloom and the days grow longer, it's the perfect time for a little spring cleaning — not just for your home, but for your financial security too! Last year, consumers …

Power bill sticker shock? 22% of Americans say they don't even know what they're paying for

Arbor explains the widespread confusion contributing to a growing sense of frustration and mistrust toward utility providers.

The homes renters never want to leave: 3-bedroom houses for rent are the Goldilocks of housing

Point2Homes examines why renters are choosing to stay for 10 years or more in a house for rent and why three-bedroom homes are a favorite of that group.