If your business phone system can be referred to as “retro,” “old school,” or “vintage” then it may be time to seriously consider an upgrade. For small and medium sized business owners, wearing multiple hats and juggling a variety of disciplines is just another day. Because of this, an outdated phone system is pretty low […]
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By: Melissa Darcey Thanks to technology and advanced communication tools, virtual work and telecommuting have significantly increased in popularity, with freelance workers accounting for roughly 34% of the total US workforce. One such telecommuting position that can help small-business owners get more done is the virtual assistant. A virtual assistant is an administrative professional who […]
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Phone and internet service are critical for a business. They represent your connection to your customers. As such, you want to make sure you are getting great service with all the features you need without breaking the bank. There are a lot of options out there, though, and choosing the right one can be daunting. […]
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Emergency responders depend on effective communication to save lives and maintain peace within our communities. But in today’s world of technology, communication has become much more complex than simply dialing 9-1-1. This week we’re speaking with Major Jeff Cline of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office in Ohio to explain why capturing all types of communication […]
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Take us out to the ballgame! The Durham Bulls have partnered with Frontier on a scalable, stadium-wide Wi-Fi system to deliver the ultimate game day experience for fans.
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In recent years, an unfortunate conversation has become increasingly essential: How do we protect our loved ones, friends, and coworkers in violent emergency situations? While this question has deeply personal implications, a big part of the answer is rooted in technology. Today’s episode explores the tech that makes our daily lives safer, with an emphasis […]
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Small businesses with fewer than fifty full-time employees (FTEs) are not legally obligated to provide health insurance to staff members. But even if you’re not obligated to offer coverage, it may be in your company’s best interest to do so. From employee appreciation to significant tax breaks, the benefits of building an employer-sponsored health plan […]
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New Year’s resolutions aren’t just for weight loss and running marathons. As a small-business owner, you can use your willpower to make sure your company has a healthy bottom line in 2017. Here are nine New Year’s resolutions for your business that will help you cut costs all year. Trade and Barter Depending on the […]
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By Madeline Gearheart Pop-up shops are a great way for small businesses to bring in extra money on the side, get more publicity, or expand locations without tons of overhead. But while a pop-up isn’t as much an investment as a brick-and-mortar, it still requires organization and planning to execute properly—not to mention security, which […]
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This piece was written for Frontier Business Edge by the tax experts at TaxBuzz. The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act extended or made permanent several tax provisions that are favorable to businesses when filing their 2016 returns. To help the IRS combat tax filing fraud the act also modified several filing due dates […]
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