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This is a tough time for the retail industry, for America, and the world overall. But by exercising patience, diligence, and ingenuity, retailers can keep their business safe, operational, and even profitable during these unprecedented — but temporary — times. In this article, we want to be informative about the effects on retail, but we won’t stop there — we will also give actionable steps to help your retail store survive and even stay profitable during the outbreak.

While some merchants choose to navigate Etsy’s ever-shifting fees and guidelines, many sellers are tired of constantly adjusting their prices to reflect new fees. If you’re one of those sellers who is fed up with Etsy’s various fees, it might be time to try something different. In this article, we’ll break down Etsy’s pricing and fees. We’ll explain how you can know if Etsy is worth the cost, and then we’ll give a few strategies for succeeding in the Etsy marketplace.

In the time of the novel coronavirus outbreak, hairstylists, makeup artists, nail technicians, and salons are all in a really tough spot. Many state and city governments have mandated closures of these types of businesses. Salons in some states are still open for the time being, but business has slowed to a trickle. In this article, I’ll offer you some useful advice on how your salon can adapt and survive during this incredibly trying time. 

During such an uncertain time, many business owners are wondering what impact this virus will have on their businesses. In eCommerce, in particular, there are mixed worries. While some sellers are concerned about selling out of high-demand products, others are worried about supply chain, or that they won’t be able to ship their products to an anxious nation. In this article, we’ll be explaining a few of the eCommerce trends and concerns related to COVID-19. We’ll also be giving some tips and resources to help you stay profitable and safe during this time.

People are dealing with a lot of fear and uncertainty worldwide, and business owners are no exception. Your health, the health of those around you, and maintaining your livelihood can easily overwhelm you. But just know that there are options available that will help keep your business afloat. While you may have to dedicate your time and may even need to consider a small investment, these efforts can boost sales and help your business come out on the other side. Read on for advice about how to keep going in the age of social distancing.

As a restaurant or retail business owner, pairing with one ore more of these companies can potentially bring in a boon of new revenue. However, with so many choices, are certain services better than others? Let’s take a look at what separates some of the more popular third-party delivery services in the industry, and hopefully, you can decide which one, if any, makes the most sense for your company.

Subscription boxes are all the rage for consumers, with everything from jewelry to collectors’ items and even food and drinks. Here’s what you need to know to plan, launch and grow a subscription box business.

Looking to cut shipping costs? How you pack your shipments makes all the difference. Learn the best shipping hacks to save your business money.

Which shipping carrier is best for businesses? We’ll compare the top three shipping providers — UPS, USPS, and FedEx — to see which is best in terms of pricing, services, delivery times, and more.

It can be tempting to write off the occasional fraudulent transaction as the cost of doing business online, but the reality is that eCommerce sellers need to be proactive in detecting and preventing credit card fraud to protect their businesses.