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Picture Perfect Ways to Promote Your Small Business on Instagram

With its more than 600 million active users, now is the time to get your business on the ’gram.

Talking About The Birds & The Beets: An Alternative Cafe Concept

Every time I refresh the Square app, I’m refreshing my understanding of my business — being able to see live trends and seasonal changes is a truly invaluable tool for a small business.

10 Reasons You Need a Web POS ASAP

Here’s the low-down on what to expect from a cloud-based POS system.

Strength in Numbers: CrossFit Leviathan Gets Fit with Card on File

CrossFit has some of the most loyal fans in the fitness world, but creating a community of people who love high-intensity exercise involves more than just putting people and equipment in the same room.

How We Protect Your Business with Square Secure

Square Secure provides support in combating some of the most worrisome issues facing business owners: chargebacks, fraud, and data security.

Whipping Your Small Business Finances into Shape

From budgeting better to adding automation apps, small changes can make a big difference when it comes to your bottom line. Get your finances in shape for 2017 with these simple adjustments to help you to stay on top of the numbers game this year.

The Makehouse Takes a Creative Approach to Business

Easy Ideas for Tracking Industry Trends in 2017

Whether you make the most of the digital world or stick to more traditional modes of communication, here are four simple ways to tap into industry trends in 2017.

Tips for Making the Most of a January Slump

Seize the chance to regroup, recharge and refine your plans for the year ahead.

Five Reasons Charity Collaborations Are Good for Business

Surviving Your First Artisan’s Market: 4 Tips from Gypsy Botanicals

How to Be a Better Boss: Essential Traits to Cultivate

What is the key to being a better boss and growing your business? Here are five leadership qualities you need to cultivate immediately

Seller Spotlight: Dr. Kimberley Wands Shares 4 Expert Ways to Beat the Winter Blues

The Square Christmas Tree Report

Building Buzz: Pitching Stories About Your Small Business to the Media

When you’re starting a business, it’s important to focus on brand awareness and building buzz around your company. Here’s how you can do this through the media

How to Ensure Your Retail Business Survives and Thrives This Holiday Season

Make Year-End Performance Reviews Work for Everyone

Plan Smart and Get Ahead This Holiday Season

5 Ways to Give Your Social Media Accounts a Quick Boost This Holiday Season

Growing Together: Square Partners with the Movember Foundation

Easy Ways for Larger Businesses to Make Every Sale Count This Season

5 Ways to Make the Shipping Process Easier

How to Throw a Fun and Festive Company Holiday Party without Breaking the Bank

Easy Ways for Small Businesses to Make Every Sale Count This Season

How to Source Seasonal Help Quickly

Simple Ways to Source and Manage Your Suppliers

Building relationships with your suppliers is crucial for business growth. Here are vendor management practices you can apply to improve efficiency.

5 Ways to Build Your Brand on Instagram

Where Are They Now? Square Canada Celebrates Four Years with Our First Photographers

How Square Can Help with Challenges Faced by Local Businesses

Discovering the Remote Northwest Territories with Captain’s Cabins and Bridge-Less Lodging

Introducing Square’s Virtual Terminal: Accept Payments on Your Computer

Today we’re launching a new payment solution so you can accept credit card payments from your computer using Square Dashboard.

8 Easy Ways to Stay on Top of Industry Trends

Discover how to stay on top of industry trends and keep your business in the loop. From customer habits to global insights and more, stay ahead with Square.

Simple Things That Could Be Hurting Your Online Brand

Going Freelance? How to Prepare Before Quitting Your Job

Freelancing has become increasingly popular because of its autonomy and flexibility, but the role isn’t always simple. Here’s everything you need to know.

Common Mistakes New Small Businesses Make

Seven Ways Second Nature Boutique Says Thank You to East Vancouver