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Under certain circumstances, it’s possible to conduct business as a sole proprietor without registering your business. However, choosing to incorporate and register your business inspires more confidence in your customers and offers protections that a sole proprietorship doesn’t. If you’re still in the planning stage with your business checkout our how to start a business guide to help you get off the ground. If you’re ready to go, read on to learn how to register a business with state and local agencies. How to register your business Pick your business name Choose a business structure to register Register for an employer…

Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) introduced “Apple Intelligence,” a suite of AI features designed to transform the iPhone experience.  At the core of Apple Intelligence lies a lightweight but powerful AI model with three billion parameters.  While this is dwarfed by current language models, which approach trillions of parameters, Apple’s AI model operates directly on the iPhone for low-latency, private data processing.  Simultaneously, ChatGPT will handle more complex tasks on through Apple’s surprise partnership with OpenAI. One of Apple Intelligence’s standout features is its ability to rewrite emails and messages, adapting responses to the user’s unique style and tone. It…

In the competitive beauty industry, standing out requires more than just talent and creativity—it also demands a robust network. Etienne Ortega, founder of makeup line ORTEGA, embodies this combination of artistic flair and entrepreneurial acumen. From transforming his passion for makeup into a career to launching his own brand, Etienne’s path highlights the importance of networking, particularly in the beauty industry. “You have to build a strong foundation to grow a clientele,” Etienne says. “For me, I always found myself to be disciplined in my workspace. Like the importance of just simply being on time, giving 150% effort, even when…

Estimated read time: 2 minutes, 53 seconds Japan has become the latest country to enact regulatory laws targeting companies such as Apple Inc. and Google LLC from limiting third-party companies that want to distribute and monetize their own apps on Google and Apple devices. Per Kyodo News, “The law will prohibit the providers of Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android smartphone operating systems, app stores and payment platforms from preventing the sale of apps and services that directly compete with the native platforms’ own.” This is to prevent the platform providers from “gatekeeping” while also forcing more competition between their own…

Natalie Mounter is a stay-at-home mom and entrepreneur. Her company, Totally Dazzled, sells craft supplies for weddings and creative projects. She says the business has prospered due to other stay-at-home moms — her employees and affiliates. She told me, “Being a stay-at-home mom and hiring other stay-at-home moms has been key to our success.” Mounter and I recently spoke. She shared Totally Dazzled’s origins, its affiliate marketing success, and the value of smart, hardworking moms. The entire audio of our conversation is embedded below. The transcript is edited for length and clarity. Eric Bandholz: Give us a rundown of what…

The MarTech Summit Hong Kong is back and better than ever, taking place on July 9, 2024, at the prestigious Grand Ballroom, Kowloon Shangri-La!  This event promises to deliver a wealth of knowledge, networking opportunities, and cutting-edge insights from industry leaders. Register today and get ready to delve into the hottest topics in data-driven marketing and discover the technology industry leaders are using to drive customer engagement and retention. Speaker highlights Don’t miss out on hearing from some of the brightest minds in the MarTech industry including: Martin Shaw – Global Head of Digital Marketing, Wealth & Personal Banking, HSBC…

In today’s retail eCommerce space, managing a vast catalog and keeping inventory up-to-date is an absolute must.  In this case study,  we will explain how 121eCommerce helped a well-known provider of musical instruments and music education materials overcome a challenge with their existing inventory management system. What was the client’s need?: One of our clients, a well-renowned provider of musical instruments and music education materials, faced a significant challenge in managing their extensive product catalog and keeping their stock up to date. Prior to working with 121, they used various platforms to handle these tasks, each with its own set…

Shopify is known for helping businesses get up and running with incredible ease and speed. And now, Shopify is going to help you grow and expand your business just as easily and just as fast. Markets has been reimagined as a new, dedicated surface in Shopify admin that aggregates all of a business’s expansion activity into one central location, coming soon to all Shopify customers over the next few months. What is Markets? Markets, formerly known as Shopify’s cross-border selling solution, has evolved to become a one-stop shop for expansion on Shopify. Markets enables growth not only via international expansion,…

Estimated read time: 2 minutes, 18 seconds Ready to join the ultimate gathering for tech enthusiasts and innovators? If so, join FastSpring at Turing Fest 2024! Look for the signage to the FastSpring Meeting Space, where there’s plenty of room to sit down and chat in person! Join us at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre in Edinburgh, Scotland on July 9 and 10 for an extraordinary event dedicated to all things technology and innovation. Immerse yourself in a diverse array of programs, workshops, and presentations, where industry experts will share their wisdom and cutting-edge trends will be unveiled. Embrace the…

J.D. Power’s 2024 “U.S. Merchant Services Satisfaction Study” provides a detailed look at how small business owners feel about their payment processors. Published Feb. 1, 2024, the report surveyed 5,383 businesses in September through November 2023 with annual revenue of $50,000 to $20 million and processed through one of 17 leading North American providers. Businesses accepting a broad array of payment methods were generally more satisfied with processing relationships than those accepting only credit and debit cards. Shopify, Paysafe, and Bank of America scored highest in the study, which measured satisfaction in terms of advice and guidance on running a…