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Why small businesses should not use enterprise software
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September 16, 2015
It’s tempting for small companies to think that they should copy the conventional wisdom set by larger competitors when in fact the opposite is normally true.
Free CRMs: Why they might not be a good idea
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September 9, 2015
At Less Annoying CRM, we want to offer our customers as much value as possible. That means having the best product at the lowest price possible.
Do You Need a CRM?
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August 14, 2015
Welcome to the first step in the process of picking a CRM: deciding if you even need a CRM in the first place! The question isn’t as easy as it looks, however.
Buying your domain name via Namecheap.com
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August 8, 2015
Namecheap.com makes it super easy to do so. And we are going to show you how easy.
How startup funding works, and why we've decided to bootstrap
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July 13, 2015
The decision of whether or not to raise money from investors is a huge and very difficult one for most startups, so I figured I’d write down my thoughts on the topic in case it might help other entrepreneurs who are facing a similar decision.
5 things a CRM can do that Outlook and Google Contacts can't
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July 6, 2015
But if interacting with others is a part of your job, contact managers can fall short. Business is all about relationships, and the most successful businesses are the ones that put extreme care into how they nurture and develop their relationships.
4 reasons to get a live demo before settling on a CRM
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June 30, 2015
Choosing a CRM for your company is a big and tough decision to make. There are many CRMs out there, and it’s difficult to know exactly which one will best fit your company’s needs.
Moving Upmarket: A concerning trend among software companies
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June 29, 2015
Everyone has used software that gets worse over time. This post tries to explain why it happens, and what you can do about it.
New Series: CRM Definitions
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June 19, 2015
As a CRM (Customer Relationship Manager) company, we talk to a lot of people who are interested in learning more about how CRM software works. One problem that people run into is that there are tons of confusing buzzwords thrown around in this industry that don't make any sense to a newcomer.
CRM Definition: What does "Sales force automation" mean?
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June 19, 2015
The term “sales force automation” comes up all the time in conversations about CRMs. In some cases, they’re actually used synonymously, which can create a lot of confusion about what each term actually means. So I want to try to clear up the difference.
CRM Definition: What does "SMB" or "SME" mean?
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June 15, 2015
The term SMB stands for “Small or Medium-Sized Business”. You’ll also sometimes see the term “SME” which means the exact same thing (just replace “business” with “enterprise”).
CRM Definition: What does "Enterprise" mean?
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June 15, 2015
The real meaning of “enterprise” is: a really really big business or company. Enterprise is the alternative to small business.
Your outdated website could be hurting your business
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June 15, 2015
An out-of-date website is likely to scare your potential customers away. Here are a few ways to ensure that your website attracts and keeps your customers.
The difference between small business and enterprise CRMs
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May 11, 2015
If you’re currently researching CRMs, you’re probably a bit overwhelmed by all of the different options. Whenever I talk to people who are just getting started, I suggest that the first step should be deciding whether you want an enterprise CRM, or a small business CRM.
3 CRM pricing tricks that you shouldn't fall for
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May 4, 2015
Sometimes with CRM software, there's more to the price than meets the eye. Here are a few things to look out for.
Every major disaster starts out as a small mistake
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August 1, 2013
The more I think about this, the more I realize that major business problems have almost nothing to do with making mistakes.
Setting up your email with Google Apps
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July 31, 2013
You've set up Google Apps. You've added in your users. Now get your email running.
Getting started with Google Apps for Business
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July 24, 2013
Google Apps for Business combines Google and your business to make something even greater.
Google Drive Overview
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July 19, 2013
Google Drive is a tool for creation and collaboration.
Google Forms Tutorial
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July 11, 2013
Google Forms is a simple way to gather info for your business. It provides the ability to quickly and easily create forms for any sort of information-gathering. From surveys to quizzes to feedback forms, Google Forms makes it possible to get exactly the info you want.
Choosing the right domain name for your business
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July 3, 2013
Get on the web. Get a name on the web. Get the right name on the web.
Project Management Software Reviews
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July 2, 2013
Choosing the right project management tool is an essential step for your business. The right software can help you stay productive and organized, and the wrong software can leave you in a cluttered mess.
Trello Review: Card-Based Project Management
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July 2, 2013
Welcome to our comprehensive Trello review! In this article, we'll tell you everything you need to know to decide if Trello is the right project management tool for you.
Sync your iPhone with Google Gmail, Contacts and Calendar
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June 10, 2013
You've got an iPhone. You use Google. And you want to use both together. You're in luck.
Sending verified emails through Amazon Simple Email Service with DKIM and PHPMailer
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May 22, 2012
One of the most frustrating aspects of running Less Annoying CRM (and, I'd imagine, just about any website) is outgoing email.

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