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The Top 4 Social Media Tools for Your Business—In Order

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Are you hoping to launch a successful social media campaign? The process can be overwhelming: between producing content on a multitude of platforms, publishing at the right times, interacting with followers, and more, it can seem like a full-time job in itself. Aren’t there tools to make it easier? Absolutely—but now the question is, which tools do what?  Some tools are channel-specific, and others can help you manage multiple accounts from one platform (don’t you think it would be convenient to be able to tweet and respond to Facebook comments all in the same place?). Because executing a social media campaign is not an overnight process, the order in which you take your steps matters, too; and some tools are best for helping you with particular milestones. Here are some of the best social media tools, in order from campaign launch to completion:  Hootsuite  Hootsuite is known as a scheduling tool, but it also offers social listening capabilities. If you are a fledgling ...
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5 Great New Devices To Boost Your Small Business

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When you’re growing a small business , you can use all the help you can get. Whether your small business is office-based or home-based, investing in a few innovative devices can make everyday life a little easier. Here are five of the latest and greatest devices for small businesses.  1. Mr. Coffee Smart Coffee Maker  Mr. Coffee takes the idea of programmable coffee makers to the next level with the smart coffee maker that you can control with an app on your phone. That’s right—you can brew coffee with the touch of a button while you’re still cozy in bed. With the mobile app , you can set a weekly schedule, adjust brew times, and even set reminders so you’re never without a fresh cup and can start your at-home workday off right.  2. Energous WattUp  WattUp from Energous is an amazing business tool sure to be a game changer thanks to its wireless charging capabilities. And we aren’t talking the kind of wireless where it still has to be placed somewhere specific. This...
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IT ROI: 4 Tips To Save On Your Company's Tech Expenses

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One of the greatest advantages to business owners these days is that they no longer have to worry about building a complex technology infrastructure for their companies. In fact, the modern enterprise can reduce overall operating costs through the smart application of technology. If you are interested in saving money and lowering your IT costs, here are four ideas you should consider.  1. Don't Be Immediately Swayed by New Technology  Business owners should be careful about falling for the latest and shiniest technology that can be implemented in their companies, particularly at the startup stage. When new tech hits the market , it tends to do so at higher prices. It is often better to wait until new technology has settled because there is usually a greater chance of getting better pricing; moreover, competitors are more likely to introduce more affordable options months down the line.  2. Keep IT Spending Proportionate  IT expenditures across corporate America rang...
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