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The pandemic has changed work permanently. Before COVID-19, only 9.8 million (out of 140 civilian workers in the U.S.) worked remotely. Today, almost 70 million people are working remotely.  Are you working remotely? If you are, there’s a good chance that you’ll need a virtual private network (VPN). If you’re running a small business and your employees need to work remotely, you need a VPN as well. Today, we’re going to take a look at VPNs — what they are, why you need them, and how to find the VPN that’s right for you.  What’s a VPN, and Why Do You Need One?  A VPN is a private network that’s run through a public network — imagine that a remote worker sitting in Starbucks had an extra-long Ethernet cable. They plug one end into their computer, and the other end directly into their company’s servers at work.  That’s basically what a VPN does; it creates a secure and encrypted tunnel from your computer to a server on the internet. This is great because it means ...

Today, there are hundreds, if not thousands, of SEO agencies out there.  And each one of them is good for something.  Thus, your question shouldn’t be, how do I find the right SEO agency, but how do I choose an SEO agency that’s right for me? I’m glad you made it here, as I’ll guide you through how to avoid choosing an SEO agency that’s right for something not relevant to growing your business.  Deal?  Well, then, keep reading.  First things first, why do you need an SEO agency? Know Your Goals and Desired Outcomes Imagine you hurriedly booked a last-minute flight from New York to meet some business partners. Thankfully, the airplane you boarded flew fast with no delays.  And you land safely at the airport. On arrival, the announcer congratulates you for a safe journey and welcomes you to Beverly Hills in Texas. Meanwhile, your intended destination was Beverly Hills in California.   You’ll regret the waste of your time, right? Hiring SEO...

Some years ago, POS systems were a luxury reserved for only big enterprise businesses.  Thankfully, not anymore.  Today, there’s an abundance of options to go round for companies of all sizes. But, with too many options came a new challenge: Choosing the best POS system that’s right for your business is now an uphill battle.  It’s why we created this guide to help you make a better and more effective decision.  Our team has done the heavy lifting of reviewing dozens of POS systems in the market. We’ve also done the pricing, features, and critical support comparisons to determine what POS system is best for what.  So, irrespective of your small business type – retail, restaurant, franchise, online store, etc., you’ll find the best POS system that’s right for your company below.  The Top 5 POS Systems For Small Business Owners Square POS (our overall best) Shopify POS (best for ecommerce retail integrations) Vend POS (best for multiple fashion, ...

Looking for a hosting solution for your website? You’re in luck because with today’s options, it has never been easier to keep your website online. They take care of all the technical stuff and you get to enjoy casually updating your website for conversions. And the best part is that most of them are very affordable which helps startups get a hold of their business quickly. That’s why I put together a list of the best hosting services of 2020 for you. So without further ado… The Top 7 Options For Hosting Your Website in 2020: Bluehost HostGator Siteground  Dreamhost WP Engine Hostinger InMotion How to Choose The Best Hosting Service For Your Website: When it comes to the best web hosting services you have to look at various important factors. If you jump in too quick you might get into something that’s not suitable for your business. But don’t let any of that doubt creep into your mind.  Instead, sit back and relax while we present to you all the factors t...