Devin Morrissey, Author at Fioney

Devin Morrissey

Devin has been a dishwasher, a business owner, and everything in between. It took him a while to settle on a dream, so he tried out everyone else's to varying degrees of success. You can find him in Daly City or on Twitter, whichever is closer.
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Small Business Tips

Why More Small Businesses Are Embracing Remote Work

by Devin Morrissey
Wake up, make a pot of coffee, and start your long commute to the couch, kitchen table, or home office. This is what a lot of work days look like for people, whether they’re self-employed and home every day or part of the 70 percent who work remotely one or more times a week. Small businesses as well as big brands are getting on board, with companies like Amazon and...
How to Foster Happy Employees
Small Business Tips

How Happy Employees Can Increase Profits

by Devin Morrissey
It’s often said that to make money, you have to spend money, but there is often a debate about where to spend that money and what really makes employees happy. Studies show that purpose, meaning, personal contributions, company culture, leadership, respect, and recognition all matter just as much or more than compensation. Perks also matter, but the allure of things like gym memberships and movie tickets can fade. Happy employees...
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Small Business Tips

Small Businesses Are Disproportionately Affected By Data Breach and Cybercrime: What You Can Do About It

by Devin Morrissey
It’s a wonder that small business owners often overlook cybercrime when considering threats to their business. Today, cybercrime is more prevalent than ever, with headlines showing instances of data breaches and business hacks year round. Yet, contrary to popular belief, a majority of cybercrime and data breach victims are, in fact, small business. According to a Verizon Report, small businesses represented 61 percent of all data breaches in 2016, up...
Brand
Small Business Tips

Building Up Your Brand’s Reputation and Relevance

by Devin Morrissey
Whether it’s a logo, jingle, or product, many well-known brands have built their reputation on the basis of a particular aspect of their company. For example, the Nike swoosh is instantly recognizable around the world, while the catchphrase “taste the rainbow” will be forever associated with Skittles. But symbols and slogans are just a few of the ingredients that make up brand reputation. Whether you’re one of the millions of...
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FinTech News

Current Trends in FinTech Turn Focus to Integration and Verification

by Devin Morrissey
Much of the future of financial technology is wrapped up in how quickly technical capabilities advance. While the convenience on the horizon is mind-boggling, it must be approached with caution and sensibility to avoid compromising the privacy and stability of current financial practices.
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Small Business Tips

Basic Steps to Help Protect Your Business From Hackers

by Devin Morrissey
There are more cyber-criminals and hackers out there than ever before. Learn how to protect your business with these basic website protection protocols for your employees and your company.
Small Business Tips

Common Payroll Mistakes Business Owners Should Avoid

by Devin Morrissey
It can feel impossible to keep up with everything, especially in a landscape of ever-evolving regulations and standards. In order to keep your legal ducks in a row, as well as a happy staff, you can’t afford to make these common payroll mistakes.
Business Planning
Small Business Tips

Overcoming Common Business Mistakes

by Devin Morrissey
Maintaining your business is hard work. It may be easy to make one of these mistakes, but noticing the mistake, being aware of it, and overcoming it will lead you back on track — slimming your chances for the worst outcome for your small business.
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Small Business News

FedEx Announces Winners of 11th Annual 2023 Small Business Grant Contest

by Kyle Burbank
Nearly three months after the entry period ended, FedEx has announced the winners of its 11th annual Small Business Grant Content. This year's event saw more than $300,000 in funds going to a variety of small businesses across the nation. Last month, the company revealed 100 finalists, with that list now being narrowed down to just 10 winners. This year's grand prize winners included KindVR, The Cupcake Collection, Up In...
Summer app
FinTech News

Student Loan Benefit FinTech Summer Raises $6 Million

by Fioney Staff
For years, student debt has been one of the most talked about financial topics. What's more, while the debt itself has become a major part of many Americans' lives, discussion of student loans has become political due to efforts to forgive certain loan repayments. However, while we wait for resolution on that front, a FinTech that brings student debt benefit solutions to employers and consumers has raised a new round...
H-E-B and Central Market  credit cards
Credit Cards

Imprint Launches Credit Cards from H-E-B and Central Market 

by Fioney Staff
The FinTech Imprint is partnering with the popular Texas-based grocery chain H-E-B for a pair of new rewards credit cards. This week saw the launch of the H-E-B Visa Signature Credit Card as well as the Central Market Visa Signature Credit Card. With these two (nearly identical) options, customers will be able to earn rewards on groceries and beyond. First, both versions of the card earn up to 5% back on select...
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Credit Cards

Health and Wellness Rewards Card Ness Partners with Whole30

by Fioney Staff
In recent years, several unique rewards cards have come to market. These include offerings from FinTech startups as well as brands looking to do something special for their loyal fans. On that note, a recently-announced rewards credit card offering is now working with a popular brand to introduce new benefits for customers. This week, the Ness Card (which is issued by The Bank of Missouri) unveiled a new partnership with...
Choice Privileges Select Card
Credit Cards

Choice Hotels, Wells Fargo Debut Choice Privileges Select Card

by Fioney Staff
With spring well underway and the summer travel season now just around the corner, Choice Hotels and Wells Fargo have unveiled their latest co-branded credit card offering. Today, the two companies announced the Choice Privileges Select Mastercard. Carrying an annual fee of $95, this card will serve as the premium option in the hotel brand's new lineup. Looking at the Choice Privileges Select, it offers a mix of rewards categories....