With the Tax Reform Act set to kick in, there are many things small business owners need to consider in 2019 that may impact their financial position and tax basis. As you get ready to file 2018 taxes, let’s look at the changes coming up next year that could influence the decisions you make for your small business.
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When someone would say how hard another individual worked, it was thought to be admirable or impressive. However, the U.S. has now become known as a country of overworked people, and that’s not necessarily a good thing. The U.S. is one of the few countries with no designated weekly maximum limit on the number of hours an individual should work.
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Whether customers visit your physical store, shop on their mobile phones, or do both, winning business involves holding their interest. And, with shortening attention spans, this interest starts to wane. So, retailers have a few seconds to create engagement. One solution is to connect and engage customers through technology. In response, retail technology companies continue to evolve with more options for businesses of all sizes. As 2019 nears, here are some of the latest tech options for retail engagement to consider.
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Payment Technology
It’s not too early to start working on your 2019 small business customer experience strategies for better business operations. In fact, the holiday season is an ideal time to collect intelligence about your new and existing customers. That’s because there will be more people out there shopping in stores and online now than the rest of the year. Here are some customer experience methods to consider for 2019:
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As an entrepreneur or business owner, it’s not your personal credit score that you should track. There is another credit score out there for your business. And, this score may need similar attention to your personal score to get the credit you need for your business. What is a Business Credit Score? Your business credit score is similar to a personal credit score, like those produced by FICO.
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Recurring Billing and Electronic Invoicing,
B2B
2019 is the year that there will be more Gen Zers than millennials, according to research published by Bloomberg. According to the article, "Gen Z will comprise 32 percent of the global population of 7.7 billion in 2019, nudging ahead of millennials, who will account for a 31.5 percent share, based on Bloomberg Analysis of United Nations data, and using 2000/2001 as the generational split."
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Small Business Tips
Since American Express started Small Business Saturday in 2010, it has grown in popularity with consumers around the country. Although there was a slight dip in spend from 2016 to 2017, the shopping holiday is recognized by 70 percent of U.S. consumers. Last Year's Recap American Express found that approximately 108 million consumers chose small businesses on Small Business Saturday in 2017. It also included record support from communities, organizations, and businesses. There were 7,200 Neighborhood Champions, and 2.1 million small businesses that joined the Small Business Saturday Coalition.
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E-Commerce and Online Payments,
Mobile Payments,
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Maybe you have noticed that holiday products are already appearing in online catalogs and store shelves. If you have been into Costco, Walmart, Target or other retailers, you may feel compelled to pick up some of the first products of the holiday season as you grab that Halloween candy. Those retailers clearly know something and now is the time to pay attention if you have an online or multi-channel retail business. You could be making extra sales right now by having your holiday promotions ready to launch.
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On-demand is a recent addition to many brick-and-mortar businesses that has gained popularity for the convenience factor it offers shoppers. The result has been an increase in the service experience scores of many retailers. These retailers allow customers to order online or through a mobile app. Then, they can pick up those items in a nearby store on their preferred schedule.
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Payment Trends
In recent years, we've heard about the shared economy and the on-demand economy. Now, there's the API economy. With each economy that emerges, it's important to know what it involves and how you can become a part of it to leverage any relevant benefits for your business. Although this meaning of economy is slightly different, it's important to know what it involves because today's businesses do need to consider leveraging APIs to service unique customer needs and expectations.
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ISV/VAR,
Software and Payment Integration,
Payment Technology,
Due.com Partner Posts,
B2B
