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How to Optimize Salon Scheduling

Scheduling conflicts and lost appointments can be a headache for a salon owner. To avoid these situations, here’s how to create an effective salon schedule.

5 Ways to Grow Your Small Business through Online Networking

Online communities can provide advice and access to resources, while connecting you to industry experts and other business owners.

How to Successfully Pitch an Investor

Before preparing your next pitch, here are five ways to impress investors.

How to Simplify Your Business

From customer service to shop design, simplicity is at the heart of many successful businesses.

Sell More with These Easy E-Commerce Integrations

Customers appreciate the convenience of ordering online — and it shows.

4 Ways to Save Money and Make Your Business Greener

Across Canada, employers of all sizes are competing for environmental leadership.

6 Ways to Improve Your Company’s Facebook Page Today

Boost your brand on Facebook with no- to low-cost marketing.

7 Types of Essential Apps for Your Business

Square App Marketplace has a ton of apps from our amazing partners that you can connect to your Square account.

Defining Market Analysis: How to Do Market Research

Market analysis is a term for researching the potential market for your product to make sure there is a demand for your business.

Defining Business Operations: How to Operate a Business Efficiently

What are business operations? Learn how to maximize your time, money and profits.

How to Create a Killer Marketing Strategy

Developing a marketing strategy is vital for any business. This guide helps you identify which customers to focus on and how to reach them.

Build Your Business Skills with These Free Online Resources

Free online resources that can help you get ahead — all you need to invest is your time.

Tips for Growing Your Business in 2017 from Seller Michael Willems

Now is a great time to set your goals for the year ahead, especially if you’re planning to branch out and expand your 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.

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.

5 Indicators It's Time to Expand

How do you know when you’re ready to expand your business? These top indicators show it could be time to grow.

6 Ways to Speed Up Your Checkout Speed

Here are some effective tips to help you ensure that you’re checking people out as quickly as possible.

How to Turn Loyal Customers into Brand Evangelists

Satisfied customers help to build brands, establish trust, and refer new customers. Learn how to turn them into your brand evangelists.

Boost Loyalty with These 3 Customer Service Tips

Here are tips to help keep your customers coming back.

6 Pieces of Sales Data You Should Be Tracking Daily

Here are 6 pieces of sales data you can track with Square POS, helping you improve daily cash flow and plan tactically for long-term growth.

Customer Loyalty: 4 Best Practices That Drive Results

Because your regulars are where it’s at - here’s four ways to build customer loyalty that counts.

4 Sure-Fire Ways to Reduce No-Show Appointments

What you can do to prevent people from showing up late or not showing up at all for their appointment.

Measuring Your Email Marketing: What’s a Good Open Rate?

Any expert email marketer will tell you that data is king. Analyzing all the numbers behind your marketing efforts is crucial to fine-tuning your strategy. And arguably one of the most important data points to pay attention to? Your email open rate.