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Jessica Elliott

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Jessica is a writer and business consultant specializing in tech, marketing, and small business operations. She dives deep into research and trends while writing compelling content that helps business leaders make strategic decisions. Along with writing for CO, she works with brands, such as Investopedia and U.S. News.

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