Jamie Johnson

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About Jamie

Jamie Johnson is a Kansas City-based freelance writer who specializes in writing about small business and finance. In additional to writing for CO, she currently writes for clients like Business.com, Quicken Loans, and Business Insider.

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Family Businesses That Have Made it Big

Running a business isn’t easy, and building a business with your family can be even harder. Here are eight family businesses that defied the odds and succeeded.

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Examples of Famous Businesses That Changed Their Names

Companies might change their names to reflect a new business direction or to escape bad publicity.

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How to Handle Nonpaying Customers

A step-by-step guide for what you should do when a client simply won’t pay.

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How to Conduct Competitive Research for Your Business

Competitive research can reveal trends in the marketplace and gaps in your business plan. Here’s how to implement it.

AI for Small Business Marketing and Content Production

AI tools can help you create content more efficiently, but they’re not a replacement for human judgment.

AI for Customer Service

AI tools can help your team manage more customer service requests without burning out.

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What to Know About Taxes for Family Businesses

Taxes work a bit differently for family businesses. Here’s how you can reduce your tax liability.

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Famous Entrepreneurs Who Started Small

Some of the most successful entrepreneurs began with limited money or connections. What set them apart was their willingness to act on an idea and adapt as they went.

Everything You Need to Know About Selling at Pop-Ups, Markets, and Fairs

In-person selling comes with its own set of challenges. Here’s how to manage it all.

What Is the Difference Between Advertising and Marketing?

Marketing and advertising focus on promoting products and services, but they do it in different ways.