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Jessica Elliott

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About Jessica

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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Payroll Services for Small Business
Automated payroll software with built-in tax compliance and HR integration can save time and reduce financial risks. Explore affordable small business payroll solutions.
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How to Calculate Cost of Equity
Estimating the cost of equity for private companies is challenging but not impossible. Use the cost of equity formula to see if the return is worth the risk when investing in a new opportunity.
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What Is ROI? How to Calculate Return on Investment
Ensure your next project or campaign pays off by estimating your return on investment. Learn how with these ROI calculation examples for small businesses.
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How to Get a Business Phone Number in 4 Steps
Need a free second phone number or dedicated lines for your small business? Here's how to choose the best type for your company and budget.
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What Is Your Business Worth?
Learn how industry trends and other factors impact company value before choosing a business valuation method and calculating your company's worth.
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Free SEO Tools for Small Businesses
Want to boost Google rankings, fix search engine optimization errors, or use SEO on YouTube? Explore the top small business SEO software solutions.
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Search Engine Optimization (SEO): The 4 Types You Need to Know
Improve site rankings using SEO techniques. Start by incorporating small business SEO practices and strategies from these search engine optimization categories.
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Types of Accounting Payment Term Strategies for Small Businesses
What are payment terms, and how do they affect cash flow and financial reporting? Explore examples and tips for setting payment terms.
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What Is a Cloud-Based Phone System? VoIP Benefits and Top Providers
Learn how cloud phone systems work, their advantages over traditional phones, and which VoIP providers offer the best features for small businesses.
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