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Why A Business Website Is Vitally Important

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In recent years, businesses have been forced to adapt their marketing strategies to accommodate technological advancements. Failing to do so means that the competition is going to have a vital edge. While there are other ways to achieve this goal, business owners should not neglect the perks of launching a business website. It’ll prove to be very helpful for marketing and connecting with existing and new customers. Nevertheless, many businesses have yet to build websites because they do not see the purpose.

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Bergen Community College Cuts Ribbon On Small Business Support Office

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Bergen President Eric M. Friedman, Ph.D., speaks with student small business support specialists in their new office

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Paramus NJ, In just six months, Bergen Community College students have assisted nearly 500 local entrepreneurs in bouncing back post-COVID as “small business support specialists” through a collaboration with the Bergen County Business Resource Network. This nationally heralded program has received recognition from numerous media outlets, government officials and business organizations. In recognition of the program’s growth, and to provide additional support for the students, Bergen County Executive James J. Tedesco III and Bergen County Commissioners Mary Amoroso, Germaine Ortiz and Thomas Sullivan joined Bergen President Eric M. Friedman, Ph.D., Oct. 20 as the College opened an office for the small business support specialists. The event coincided with Women’s Entrepreneurship Week, which helped influence the day’s activities as well. After the office doors officially opened, two local female restaurateurs who worked with the small business support specialist students presented refreshments showcasing their culinary talents, while Commissioner Amoroso led a panel discussion on women in entrepreneurship featuring local business owners.

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New Jersey Chamber of Commerce : 69% of Business Executives said New Jersey is Unfriendly to Business

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Trenton NJ, Nearly seven in 10 business executives (68%) said they believe the U.S. economy has entered a recession, and vast majority of them (71%) believe it will last longer than a year, according to a survey of business executives conducted by the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce. The results were released today.

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Small Businesses Confidence Still In The Dumps

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Ridgewood NJ, Bill Dunkelburg of the National Federation of Independent Businesses just released his monthly small biz confidence survey for July. There was a slight uptick in confidence from June, but the numbers are still depressing. A few takeaways:

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Anti business ,Anti job Murphy Administration Misguided Payroll Tax Hikes

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Trenton NJ, Senator Michael Testa slammed the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) and the Murphy administration for their failure to notify business owners in a timely manner about new unemployment insurance payroll tax hikes.

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The New Jersey Business Action Center (NJBAC) is Offering Export Assistance to Small and Mid-sized Businesses in New Jersey through its NJ STEP Program

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By Melanie Willoughby, Executive Director, The New Jersey Business Action Center

Trenton NJ, Is your New Jersey small business looking to reach customers overseas? The NJ Business Action Center (NJBAC) Office of Export Promotion has the resources and tools to help!

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How Businesses Can Efficiently Handle Multiple Calls With Smart Tech Solutions

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Most businesses rely on phone calls to some degree, whether it’s communicating with customers or vendors. But managing multiple calls can be a challenge, especially if you don’t have the right tools in place.

There are a number of business phone systems solutions that can help businesses efficiently handle multiple calls, from call forwarding and simultaneous ringing to virtual phone systems. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular options.

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How can a bad reputation affect your business?

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According to statistics, 93% of customers read web content before purchasing. 

According to another poll, four out of five people won’t do business with a company with a poor reputation. These unfavorable comments and ratings give the business a bad reputation in customers’ eyes. 

A company may lose more than 80% of its sales due to harmful web information. Can you allow it to happen? The numbers above indicate risks to your organization when we claim that “poor reputation hurts business.”

Customers can quickly reduce their research and decision-making by checking internet reviews and social proof. This implies that a bad reputation will eventually put your firm in critical condition and hurt your chances over time. To enhance the online visibility of their business, the company employed search engine optimization (SEO) strategies to improve its website’s ranking on major search engines.

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How to start an LLC in New Jersey?

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Choosing your company entity type is one of the first choices you’ll need to make when opening a business in New Jersey. The limited liability corporation (LLC) is one of the most often used business forms out of the many available.

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Digital.com Survey Shows 65 Percent of Small Businesses Will Permanently Close, if U.S. Inflation Rate Continues to Rise

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Ridgewood NJ, Digital.com, a leading independent review website for small business online tools, products, and services, has published findings from a new survey report examining the impact of inflation on U.S. small businesses. Research experts analyzed responses from 1,000 small business owners and co-owners with 500 or fewer employees.

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4 Ways You Can Support Local Businesses

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It’s no secret that the pandemic left many businesses struggling to survive. The more established and internationally acclaimed companies also faced setbacks but were able to recover, however, the local vendors and small businesses have not been so fortunate. As a consumer, your support is vital for these local companies. Besides buying local, there’s a lot more you can do to help for free. Here are four ways you can contribute to the better future of many local businesses.  Skyline Build & Design, we specialize in crafting luxurious custom homes, tailored to your unique lifestyle and preferences.

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A Useful Guide To Creating A Fair PTO Policy For Your Employees

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If you’re like most business owners, you want to do what’s fair for your employees when it comes to vacation time. You may not know where to start, though. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to creating a PTO policy or employee incentive programs that is both fair and beneficial for your workers. Keep reading for tips on how to make sure your employees feel valued and appreciated, while also ensuring that your business runs smoothly!

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How to Achieve Business Success

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There’s no denying the appeal of starting a business. After all, being an entrepreneur can be more financially rewarding than working as an employee for another brand or company. It also gives you more freedom regarding your working schedule and direction where you want to take your venture. With that said, the benefits of this undertaking come at a cost—namely, the difficulty of achieving success. While this path is all about doing things your way, a little guidance can go a long way. So consider the following tips as you establish your business and implement and incorporate them accordingly.

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NFIB Calls on Trenton Policymakers to Act to Suspend or Reduce $0.329 NJ Gas Tax Now

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Trenton NJ, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) called on New Jersey lawmakers to help provide fuel cost relief for small businesses, workers, and commuters across the Garden State. NFIB’s New Jersey state director urged immediate action to either reduce or suspend the $0.329 state gas tax until fuel prices begin to stabilize.

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Kean University Students Launch Campus Delivery Service

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DormlyBox co-founders Jaelen Hymes of Woodbridge, (l), and Jared Shiffman of Wayne, (r), pack DormlyBoxes. (Photo Credit: Kean University)

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Union NJ, Kean University juniors Jared Shiffman and Jaelen Hymes came up with the idea in November: What if there were a cheaper, quicker way for students to get toiletries delivered to their residence hall rooms?

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