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  • Kristen and Eric Meeter, Owners of Pressed, At Their Small Business in Spencer, Iowa
    Growing Business, Customer Stories

    Q&A Session With Pressed: A Hand-Stamped Jewelry Success Story

    by: Paul Daniels
  • Woman in clothing shop in front of laptop
    Women in Business

    Growth Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs

    by: Jill Thielen

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  • Why Every Small Business Needs a Succession and Exit Plan
    A team of business professionals and a small business owner meet to discuss business succession planning and a successful exit strategy.
    Growing Business

    Why Every Small Business Needs a Succession and Exit Plan

    By: Joe Conover
    Learn how to create a successful small business succession plan. Discover key steps for selling a business and building your ultimate exit strategy.
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  • Small Business Tax Preparation Checklist
    Professional Reviewing a Tax Preparation Checklist
    Growing Business

    Small Business Tax Preparation Checklist

    By: Paul Daniels
    Master tax season with our checklist! Reconcile bank accounts, categorize expenses and maximize deductions. Get ready for stress-free tax preparation now!
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  • The Benefits of ACH Payments
    A Woman Holding an iPad, Discovering the Benefits of ACH Payments
    Growing Business

    The Benefits of ACH Payments

    By: Sara Morrow
    ACH payment services are more secure than checks and credit cards. Discover the benefits of having a streamlined payroll system in place today!
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  • 5 Retirement Planning Strategies for Small Businesses Owners
    Image of a Small Business Owner Planning for Retirement
    Growing Business

    5 Retirement Planning Strategies for Small Businesses Owners

    You've dedicated yourself to your small business, but you may not know how to plan for retirement. Check out our 5 strategies to get started.
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  • The Effects of Inflation on Small Businesses
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    Growing Business

    The Effects of Inflation on Small Businesses

    By: Kelly Grefe
    Inflation climbed 7% in 2021 and it has had an effect on small businesses. Read on for tips on how to combat the higher cost of products and materials.
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  • Tax Savings Strategies for Small Businesses
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    Growing Business

    Tax Savings Strategies for Small Businesses

    It's time to get your financial records ready for tax season. Here are five small business tax deductions that can help reduce your tax liability for 2020.
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  • The Benefits of Employee Training Programs for Small Businesses
    Image of Employees Working Together
    Growing Business

    The Benefits of Employee Training Programs for Small Businesses

    Employee training programs can help your small business attract and retain high-performing workers.
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  • Small Business Trends for 2020 in the Midwest
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    Growing Business

    Small Business Trends for 2020 in the Midwest

    Learn how your small business can thrive in the low-cost business environment of the Midwest.
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  • The Importance of Business Succession Planning
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    Growing Business

    The Importance of Business Succession Planning

    By: Clay Baker
    Business succession planning is an important part of operating a business, especially for small business owners and owners nearing retirement. Learn the six benefits to going through a business succession plan evaluation.
    Read More

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