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Best CRM for Startups in 2023 (Free and Paid)

Rebekah Carter Feb 17, 2023

Our recommendation for most startups is HubSpot CRM because it offers the most value of any CRM, while Zoho CRM is also a strong contender with its top notch features, which makes it an ideal choice for startups experiencing rapid growth.

The best CRM for startups is a must-have in today’s competitive world. With a CRM tool, you can learn more about the path your customers take to purchase, and what it takes to ensure long-term loyalty.

Customer Relationship Management tools help startups and businesses to develop stronger, more lucrative, and longer-lasting connections with their customers. The more information you collect for your CRM, the easier it is to segment your audience, and deliver personalized experiences to each group.

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Pagecloud vs Squarespace: Which is Right for You?

Rebekah Carter Feb 16, 2023

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Pagecloud vs Squarespace: which tool should you be using to build your business website?

Both Pagecloud and Squarespace have a lot of benefits to offer potential entrepreneurs and store owners looking to claim their part of the online market. Each platform offers a simple and straightforward set of tools for creating, customizing, and optimizing your online presence.

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Best Print on Demand Companies That Actually Deliver in 2026

Bogdan Rancea Apr 2, 2026

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After more than 10 years reviewing ecommerce tools and consulting for brands at Ecommerce-Platforms.com, I’ve tested just about every major print on demand company out there. Some impressed me, others didn’t last two weeks on a live store.

This guide isn’t based on guesswork. It’s from placing real orders, handling real customer issues, and scaling real ecommerce stores across Shopify, Etsy, WooCommerce, and beyond.

Whether you’re starting fresh or ready to upgrade your current POD setup, here’s a breakdown of the platforms that have earned a place on my go-to list, based on product quality, shipping, pricing, and actual usability.

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8 Best Candle Print on Demand Companies (2023)

Rebekah Carter Aug 23, 2023

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Where can you find the best print on demand candles?

While Printful and Printify are our top recommendations, it’s worth noting that there are other excellent print on demand platforms for selling candles. In the article below, we’ll discuss and compare these options to help you make an informed decision for your business.

Custom candles, after all, can be a delicate matter. Whether you want scented candles, hand-poured candles, or any number of print on demand products that can spruce up your home decor, it helps if you know where to find the quality products.

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Shopify Amazon Integration – What Do You Need to Know?

Rosie Greaves Feb 16, 2023

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Shopify and Amazon are two of the biggest ecommerce platforms in the world. So, integrating the two could unlock a wealth of benefits for online merchants.

Cue the Shopify Amazon integration.

With this integration, businesses can quickly expand their reach, streamline operations, and increase sales.

So, I’m going to cover everything you need to know about the Shopify Amazon integration so that you can make the most out of it.

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15 Best PayPal Alternatives for Ecommerce in 2024

Rebekah Carter Jun 3, 2024

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PayPal was once one of the most revolutionary pieces of technology in the world. Back in the late 1990s and early 2000s, there wasn’t much interest in PayPal alternatives.

That’s because PayPal not only allowed you to send and accept money from friends and family, but it ensured that the money was far safer than many other options you could choose from.

This came in handy once eBay emerged, considering both sellers and buyers were concerned about fraudulent activity.

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How To Choose an Ecommerce Fulfillment Service

Rosie Greaves Apr 26, 2023

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If you’re reading this blog post, you’ll know that there are many challenges to running your own online store; one is handling the storing, packing, and shipping of your products.

When you’re still a tiny business selling products from your home, you might be able to manage this yourself. However, once your order numbers grow and you want to expand your inventory a big way, this suddenly becomes a more significant challenge.

Whether you work alone or with staff, the fulfillment process is bound to take heaps of time away from other, more important, money-making tasks.

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Redbubble Review: Still the Go-To Marketplace for POD?

Rebekah Carter Apr 7, 2026

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I was experimenting with these tools long before new market leaders like Gelato, Printify, and Printful burst onto the scene. These days, I’m a lot more likely to recommend that creators use alternatives to Redbubble if they really want to build a memorable brand and boost their profits.

But Redbubble is still a great option if you want to get your products in front of a lot of people fast. There are more than 700,000 artists on the platform for a reason (and more than 40 million monthly site visitors). There are lots of products to choose from, a great community, and you get the freedom to set your own profit margin.

So, is Redbubble worthwhile? Here’s what I think.

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