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Five Behaviors of Successful Business Owners

Five Behaviors of Successful Business Owners

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Nov 28, 2023

What makes small business owners successful? Read this blog to find out the 5 behaviors that boost entrepreneurial potential.

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A Conversation With Jen Rakotz - A Monitor 2022 Top 50 Women in Equipment Finance

A Conversation With Jen Rakotz - A Monitor 2022 Top 50 Women in Equipment Finance

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jul 25, 2023

Jen Rakotz, a leader in equipment financing, reveals how she helps businesses grow with Stearns Bank and how technology is changing the industry.

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3 Essential Strategies To Strengthen Phishing Defenses

3 Essential Strategies To Strengthen Phishing Defenses

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Oct 27, 2021

Learn how to avoid phishing scams, one of the most common and dangerous cyber threats, with these 3 essential strategies.

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Finding Payment Systems To Help Your Customers Pay Your Business

Finding Payment Systems To Help Your Customers Pay Your Business

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Oct 14, 2021

We look at how to set up a digital customer payment system that will benefit your business and please your customers.

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Staying Ahead Of Small Business COVID-19 Scams

Staying Ahead Of Small Business COVID-19 Scams

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Sep 30, 2021

Phishing email attempts using government-backed loan programs are more prevalent than ever during the pandemic. But there are more scams to be aware of.

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Tips for Safe Financial Travels This Summer

Tips for Safe Financial Travels This Summer

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jul 01, 2021

Stearns Bank offers tips to safe from fraud and scams while traveling this summer.

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Be On The Lookout For Elder Financial Abuse Scams

Be On The Lookout For Elder Financial Abuse Scams

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jun 15, 2021

Stearns Bank wants to help raise awareness about the costs/effects of elder abuse scams. About 20 percent of older Americans fall prey to financial abuse.

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How Electronic Funds Transfers Can Benefit Your Business

How Electronic Funds Transfers Can Benefit Your Business

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Apr 02, 2021

ACH payments are a secure way for small business owners to pay their employees and improve cash flow. Learn more about ACH for your business in this blog.

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Fraud Prevention Program Implemented At Stearns Bank

Fraud Prevention Program Implemented At Stearns Bank

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Nov 27, 2020

The ‘Raise Your Hand’ program is aimed at helping Stearns Bank employees better identify fraud, and, to help prevent it from happening to its customers.

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Protecting Yourself While Working From Home

Protecting Yourself While Working From Home

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Oct 30, 2020

As an employee, you want to keep your employer’s data secure while working from home. Here are precautions you can take yourself to stay cyber secure.

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