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Holiday Tech Etiquette For Small Businesses (Or: How Not To Accidentally Ruin Someone’s Day)

by Dan Polk | October 29, 2025 | Administration and Support, Executive, Technology | 0 Comments

The holidays are stressful enough without technology tripping you up. Customers are trying to squeeze in last-minute errands, employees are juggling family schedules and everyone’s expectations are cranked up to 11. The last thing you want is to accidentally frustrate...

Holiday Scams In Disguise: What To Watch Out For When Donating Online

by Dan Polk | October 29, 2025 | Administration and Support, Business Planning, cybersecurity, Executive, Non-Profit | 0 Comments

Even in good times, scammers circle around generosity. But during the holidays, when giving increases and emotions run high, they truly pounce. A few years ago, a massive telefunding fraud was shut down after authorities discovered that the perpetrators had made 1.3...

Tech Wins That Actually Made Small Business Life Easier This Year

by Dan Polk | October 29, 2025 | Business Planning, Business Services, Executive | 0 Comments

Every year, there’s a new flood of apps, gadgets and “game-changing” technology. Most of it feels more like a distraction than a breakthrough. But this year, a few simple tools actually lived up to the hype – saving small business owners time, money and the occasional...

The Exact Technologies Holding Your Business Back in 2025

by Dan Polk | Feb 3, 2025 | Executive, Guide, Switching IT Providers

In this short blog, we’ll review the exact technologies that have the largest negative impact on the productivity of a business. Let’s get started! Emailing documents internally This one drives me crazy. There is no better way to ensure duplicate files and having...

Trends in Non-Profit Tech: What to Expect Next Year

by Dan Polk | Jan 20, 2025 | cybersecurity, Executive, Non-Profit

The non-profit sector has always been driven by innovation, especially when it comes to stretching limited resources and maximizing mission impact. As technology continues to evolve, the coming year brings fresh opportunities for non-profits looking to enhance donor...

Cybersecurity 101: Threats Every Non-Profit Should Know

by Dan Polk | Jan 13, 2025 | compliance, cybersecurity, Non-Profit

Cybersecurity might feel like a daunting subject for many non-profit teams, but in today’s landscape, understanding common cyber threats is critical to safeguarding donor data, financial records, and overall mission impact. Below, we explore why non-profits are prime...

The Importance of Data Security for Non-Profits

by Dan Polk | Jan 6, 2025 | cybersecurity, Non-Profit

Why Data Security Matters for Non-Profits Donor Trust Donors expect their personal and financial data to be secure. Even minor breaches can harm your reputation and reduce future contributions. Compliance and Regulations Laws like GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI DSS can apply to...

Fiber vs. Cable: Sticking with Cable Holds Your Business Back

by Damian Eslinger | Dec 16, 2024 | Essentials, Executive

We know the decision about internet service can be a complex one, but for most small businesses the choice comes down to just a handful of service types. If you’re still stuck on cable (or another first-gen alternative), it’s time to investigate whether you have...

Understand Your Internet Connection

by Dan Polk | Dec 9, 2024 | Essentials, Executive

When was the last time you looked at the internet connectivity options for your business? If it’s been a little while, now is a great time to take another look. Fiber internet offers a host of business benefits like greater speed, higher reliability, and lower costs....

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