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No matter how you prefer to connect — virtually or in-person, frequently or sparingly, for mentorship or for camaraderie — there’s a community of like-minded women ready to offer support. We’ve curated a few to help you get started.

To understand where the restaurant industry stands today and the opportunities that lie ahead, Square worked with Wakefield Research to survey 500 U.S. and 500 Canadian restaurateurs and 2,000 nationally representative U.S. and Canadian adults ages 18+ for our third annual Future of Restaurants report. The findings, along with insights from successful Square sellers and industry insiders across North America, provide a look back over the past year to help show us what’s shaping the future.

To help retailers chart their path toward success in 2023, Square worked with Wakefield Research to survey 500 retail owners and managers in the US and 500 retail owners and managers in Canada, as well as 2,000 nationally representative US and Canadian adults over the age of 18. Square sellers also shared insights from their point of view on steps they’re taking first hand, or plan to take, to navigate the future of their retail store and the needs of their customers.

Retail merchandising techniques like these help you attract customers and sell more to them. What we want to know is: have you put as much thought into your online merchandising strategy?

Since the day of hearts is upon us, we thought it’s high time to remind merchants about the things they can do to spread the love. You don’t have to be in the flowers or gifts industry to show your V-Day spirit.

Instagram is an undeniably powerful tool for businesses.

In fact, 63% of people say Instagram allows them to form meaningful connections with brands. Roughly 80% say Instagram helps them conduct research on a product and ultimately decide whether to make a purchase.

The most recent image size specifications for different social media networks, including Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and more.

How to maximize and grow your sales during the holiday rush of 2022