https://www.jotform.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/rss.xmlhttps://www.jotform.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/jotform-icon-transparent-280x280.png128128<![CDATA[The Jotform Blog – Online Form Tips]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/rss.xml<![CDATA[The Jotform Blog – Online Form Tips]]>2025, Jotformen-usTue, 11 Mar 2025 07:49:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how we learn and teach, making its role in education one of the most talked-about topics in {! YEAR !}. From AI tutors that offer personalized learning paths to automated grading systems that cut administrative tasks in half, AI is reshaping the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/pros-and-cons-of-ai-in-education/https://www.jotform.com/ai/pros-and-cons-of-ai-in-education/IndustriesMon, 10 Mar 2025 11:53:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy AI for Everyone AI For Business Leaders Leading AI and Digital Transformation Artificial Intelligence: Business Strategies and Applications The Business of AI: Strategies for Leaders Artificial Intelligence in Healthcar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-courses-for-business-leaders/https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-courses-for-business-leaders/AdviceMon, 10 Mar 2025 11:07:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Artificial intelligence (AI) transforms how teachers approach classroom tasks, from crafting creative lesson plans to quickly assessing student work. According to a McKinsey & Company report, roughly 20 percent of a teacher’s work can be streamlined with AI-driven tools. By leveraging AI prompt...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-prompts-for-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-prompts-for-teachers/IndustriesFri, 07 Mar 2025 12:37:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Gibberlink is a sound-based AI communication system that enables machine-to-machine data exchange using modulated audio signals. Gibberlink focuses on efficiency, allowing AI agents to communicate quickly without human language constraints. Gibberlink is not a secret AI language but a p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/what-is-gibberlink/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/what-is-gibberlink/AdviceFri, 07 Mar 2025 11:00:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Agents Clay Reclaim Ava Motion UserGems Otter Instantly Trevor FastTrackr Artificial intelligence (AI) has been shown to enhance employee productivity by 66 percent across tasks like coding, customer service, and writing business documents. Similarly, an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-executive-assistant/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-executive-assistant/AdviceFri, 07 Mar 2025 08:55:34 +0000<![CDATA[ AI tokens are the smallest text units AI models process: words, subwords, or characters. Tokenization breaks text into tokens, enabling AI to detect patterns, extract meaning, and generate coherent responses. Common tokenization methods include word, subword, character, and byte pair en...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/what-is-a-token-in-ai/https://www.jotform.com/ai/what-is-a-token-in-ai/AdviceThu, 06 Mar 2025 07:34:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Prompt chaining enhances AI accuracy by breaking complex tasks into sequential prompts that build on each other. Types of prompts include instructional, iterative, contextual, chained, and comparative prompts to refine AI-generated outputs. Use cases span content generation, customer su...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/prompt-chaining/https://www.jotform.com/ai/prompt-chaining/AdviceWed, 05 Mar 2025 14:47:44 +0000<![CDATA[ When designing a survey or questionnaire to gather insights, one of the most critical elements to consider is how you structure your survey rating scales. Rating scale questions are a simple yet powerful way to quantify opinions, preferences, and attitudes. They enable you to transform subjective p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/rating-scale-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/rating-scale-questions/AdviceTue, 04 Mar 2025 08:18:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform had a busy 2024. We launched Jotform Workflows, added third-party connectivity requested by our users, published a diverse array of customer education tutorials, and much more. Year after year, we aspire to create added value for our customers while maintaining the usability that Jotform...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-earns-980-plus-review-badges-2024/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-earns-980-plus-review-badges-2024/ProductTue, 04 Mar 2025 07:21:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Chatbot marketing automates customer interactions, improving engagement, lead generation, and overall user experience. Key benefits include 24/7 availability, cost efficiency, instant responses, and personalized customer interactions at scale. Success is measured through response time, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-marketing/AdviceFri, 28 Feb 2025 07:47:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Education professionals have the highest burnout rate of any occupation in the United States, according to Gallup. K–12 workers hold the top spot, and higher education personnel trail closely behind. Additional research from 2024 found that excessive workloads are a top factor in these results. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/jotform-enterprise-ai-agents-for-educators-to-combat-burnout/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/jotform-enterprise-ai-agents-for-educators-to-combat-burnout/EnterpriseThu, 27 Feb 2025 13:25:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Team leaders and organizational changemakers: Welcome to the future of customer service! Jotform AI Agents are here to help your organization scale its workforce with personalized, 24-7 customer service delivered through a range of channels. From tailored responses to inquiries to troubleshootin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/announcing-ai-agents-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/announcing-ai-agents-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseThu, 27 Feb 2025 13:20:38 +0000<![CDATA[ AI governance establishes rules and ethics for managing AI systems, ensuring transparency, accountability, and compliance. Without proper governance, AI risks include bias, flawed decisions, and regulatory violations that can harm organizations. Key principles include transparency, fair...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-governance/https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-governance/AdviceThu, 27 Feb 2025 12:56:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing modern life remarkably, influencing areas as diverse as customer service, healthcare, finance, and transportation. However, as AI expands its reach, concerns about its potential adverse effects grow, requiring a deeper discussion of its dangers and li...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/dangers-of-ai/https://www.jotform.com/ai/dangers-of-ai/AdviceThu, 27 Feb 2025 12:30:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Define sales goals and objectives Choose the right sales team structure Develop a hiring strategy Create a strong onboarding process Establish sales processes and workflows Building a strong sales team is essential for business success. No matter how great your product or service...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-a-sales-team/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-a-sales-team/Latest ArticlesThu, 27 Feb 2025 12:06:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Artificial Intelligence (AI) transforms how we live, work, and interact with the world around us. It has become integral to modern society, from personalized recommendations on streaming platforms to cutting-edge medical diagnostics that save lives. However, developing and deploying these systems r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/ethical-ai/https://www.jotform.com/ai/ethical-ai/AdviceThu, 27 Feb 2025 11:18:02 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve probably noticed that the rise of artificial intelligence has inspired many people to use it to streamline their work, saving time and resources. Nonprofit organizations, in particular, have taken notice. According to Twilio’s 2024 State of Nonprofit Digital Engagement Report, 90 percent ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/boost-your-nonprofit-impact-with-ai-agents/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/boost-your-nonprofit-impact-with-ai-agents/IndustriesTue, 25 Feb 2025 16:49:04 +0000<![CDATA[ According to a study published by the American College of Physicians, many healthcare providers spend two hours on administrative work for every hour they spend with patients. That’s right: Providers can spend twice as much time on paperwork than they do seeing patients. While administrative tasks ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/how-ai-agents-help-healthcare-providers/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/how-ai-agents-help-healthcare-providers/IndustriesTue, 25 Feb 2025 16:47:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Education professionals have the highest burnout rate of any occupation in the United States, according to Gallup. K–12 workers hold the top spot, and higher education personnel trail closely behind. Additional research from 2024 found that excessive workloads are a top factor in these results. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-agents-that-help-educators-combat-burnout/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-agents-that-help-educators-combat-burnout/IndustriesTue, 25 Feb 2025 16:45:23 +0000<![CDATA[ In real estate, sellers (and buyers) have their pick of firms to represent them, and, with the limited inventory on the current market, it’s more important than ever for real estate professionals to stand out. A modest real estate firm in Dallas, the Burgess Group/Keller Williams, realized long ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/case-study-burgess-group/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/case-study-burgess-group/Customer StoriesTue, 25 Feb 2025 16:26:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine a world where there are more than enough hours in your day. Imagine a world where whether you’re a team of one or 100 you can deliver your customers instant answers, service, and support, without a big budget. Think of spending your days planning your next big move . . . rather than...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/announcing-jotform-ai-agents/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/announcing-jotform-ai-agents/GuidesTue, 25 Feb 2025 16:16:53 +0000<![CDATA[ AI security enhances cybersecurity by leveraging machine learning to detect, predict, and prevent threats in real time. As cyber threats evolve, AI security is crucial for monitoring system behaviors, identifying anomalies, and preventing data breaches. Major benefits of AI security inc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-security/https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-security/AdviceMon, 24 Feb 2025 15:34:37 +0000<![CDATA[ ChatGPT and DeepSeek-R1 are advanced AI chatbots that cater to different needs, industries, and user preferences. DeepSeek-R1 is designed for data-intensive, technical tasks. It uses Chain of Thought (CoT) reasoning to solve complex problems in specialized fields. ChatGPT is user-friend...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatgpt-vs-deepseek/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatgpt-vs-deepseek/AdviceFri, 21 Feb 2025 13:27:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Stronger cybersecurity measures Advancements in personalized healthcare Optimized supply chain and logistics Environmental sustainability and energy efficiency Better human-AI collaboration Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword it’s reshaping how we live, wor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/benefits-of-ai/https://www.jotform.com/ai/benefits-of-ai/AdviceFri, 21 Feb 2025 12:04:26 +0000<![CDATA[ AI orchestration streamlines complex AI workflows by managing data pipelines, ML models, and automation tools in a unified system. AI orchestration enhances scalability, allowing businesses to integrate new models and data sources without disrupting existing infrastructure. AI agents pl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-orchestration/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-orchestration/AdviceThu, 20 Feb 2025 13:54:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Design with a clear purpose Keep responses concise and natural Provide guided conversation options Use a friendly and relatable tone Enable smooth error handling Incorporate Natural Language Processing (NLP) Offer seamless human handoff Prioritize accessibility and inclusivit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-design/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-design/AdviceThu, 20 Feb 2025 13:30:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Hybrid chatbots combine rule-based automation with AI-driven adaptability, offering structured responses while handling complex conversations. Businesses benefit from hybrid chatbots by enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring seamless customer support 24/7. Hybrid chatbots im...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/hybrid-chatbots/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/hybrid-chatbots/AdviceWed, 19 Feb 2025 09:27:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Instant response times Cost efficiency Personalized customer interactions Lead generation and nurturing Consistent service delivery Multilingual communication Data collection and customer insights Scalability Proactive customer engagement Employee productivity enhanceme...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/benefits-of-chatbots/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/benefits-of-chatbots/AdviceWed, 19 Feb 2025 09:10:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Using a PDF editor Using the print-to-PDF method Using online PDF tools If you’re looking to create a print-ready PDF, reduce the file size of a PDF document, or make sure a PDF you’ve created is compatible across devices, you may need to “flatten” your PDF file. So, what exactly do...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-flatten-a-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-flatten-a-pdf/AdviceWed, 19 Feb 2025 08:18:44 +0000<![CDATA[ 24-7 customer support Higher customer satisfaction Enhanced productivity Cost savings Effortless scalability  Data collection and insights  Multilingual support Imagine contacting a company with a question and getting an instant, accurate response anytime, anywhe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/benefits-of-conversational-ai/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/benefits-of-conversational-ai/AdviceWed, 19 Feb 2025 08:06:16 +0000<![CDATA[ AI hallucinations occur when models generate false, misleading, or fabricated information, which often appears plausible but lacks real-world accuracy. AI-generated misinformation can damage trust, cause reputational harm, and create legal and ethical risks for businesses relying on automate...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-hallucination/https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-hallucination/AdviceTue, 18 Feb 2025 12:53:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer service technology enhances interactions by streamlining communication, automating support, and reducing response times. AI-powered tools like chatbots and predictive analytics improve efficiency, helping businesses address customer needs proactively. Sentiment analysis and pre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/customer-service-technology/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/customer-service-technology/AdviceTue, 18 Feb 2025 10:52:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Form Generator Google AI Forms Fillout ChatGPT Claude DeepSeek Jasper Grammarly Microsoft Copilot Pro DALL·E 3 Midjourney Canva Magic Studio OpenAI Sora Synthesia Runway Intercom Zendesk AI Ada Perplexity ChatGPT Search Google...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/best-ai-tools/https://www.jotform.com/ai/best-ai-tools/AdviceTue, 18 Feb 2025 08:41:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Agents Jasper Otter.ai Socratic DALL-E Murf.ai Gamma Reclaim.ai SaneBox Grammarly From sending emails and making schedules to organizing documents and answering customer questions, admin keeps the wheels of business turning. But while these types of task...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-for-administrative-tasks/https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-for-administrative-tasks/AdviceTue, 18 Feb 2025 07:27:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape how we live, work, and innovate. From streamlined operations to advanced data analytics, AI is becoming an essential tool for businesses aiming to stay competitive in an increasingly dynamic market. According to a report from McKinsey, AI could deli...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/best-ai-podcast/https://www.jotform.com/ai/best-ai-podcast/AdviceMon, 17 Feb 2025 15:25:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify the topics Plan the logistics Establish goals and next steps Plan for a follow-up Use Jotform to set up your workshops It takes work to maintain a positive vibe in a group environment. Expecting a constructive and constantly engaging atmosphere to magically happen is a b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-workshop/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-workshop/AdviceMon, 17 Feb 2025 13:48:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Group input fields by category Make progress visible Add guiding text A common rule of thumb in creating digital experiences for customers is to keep the user’s journey as simple and straightforward as possible. Too often, user experience becomes mired in excessive detailing or design ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/long-form-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/long-form-design/AdviceMon, 17 Feb 2025 13:18:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Key stakeholders always want to know how specific projects are progressing and how successful finished projects were from start to finish. The project review is one of the most effective ways to add transparency to the process and let everyone, from stakeholders to employees, know how projects are ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-review-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-review-process/AdviceMon, 17 Feb 2025 11:44:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Menu-based chatbots Rule-based chatbots AI-powered chatbots Voice chatbots Generative AI chatbots Keyword-based chatbots Hybrid chatbots Businesses worldwide have become increasingly reliant on chatbots to enhance customer engagement, optimize internal processes, and expedi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/types-of-chatbots/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/types-of-chatbots/IndustriesMon, 17 Feb 2025 09:04:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Agents ElevenLabs Conversational AI Intercom D-iD AI Agents Replicant Kustomer Leena AI Voiceflow Conversica Sierra Mopo Yellow.ai Play.AI Parloa Kore.ai Conversation is one of the most powerful tools at our disposal. It builds trust and s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/conversational-ai-agents/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/conversational-ai-agents/AdviceFri, 14 Feb 2025 14:40:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Agents Appy Pie AI Agents Magical CrewAI Agentforce Taskade Kore.ai Spell Relevance AI AirOps FlowiseAI Breeze Beam AI DRUID AgentOps Collaboration is key to a successful workplace. In fact, 73 percent of employees that work closely with o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/multi-agent-platforms/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/multi-agent-platforms/AdviceFri, 14 Feb 2025 11:46:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform PDFgear Bearly Unriddle PDFGPT SciSummary PDF.ai As many people have now discovered, one of the best uses for AI is summarizing and simplifying long texts. Since its inception in 2023, ChatPDF has emerged as one of the leading players in this area. It is a free onl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/chatpdf-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/chatpdf-alternatives/AdviceFri, 14 Feb 2025 11:28:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Typeform Google Forms SurveyMonkey SurveySparrow Zoho Survey Formstack Alchemer SurveyPlanet LimeSurvey User feedback is invaluable for businesses, educators, and anyone trying to grow their audience. And Crowdsignal is one of the most popular ways to colle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crowdsignal-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crowdsignal-alternatives/AdviceFri, 14 Feb 2025 07:28:41 +0000<![CDATA[ When a company wants to boost sales, its people can feel like they’re trying to hit a tiny target while wearing a blindfold. Since they don’t know where to aim, they attempt to cast a wide net and hope something sticks. If you’ve tried to get a sales program off the ground, you can probably sympath...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-track-sales/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-track-sales/AdviceFri, 14 Feb 2025 05:16:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Build a powerful personal brand Grow your online presence Get referrals from existing and past clients  Create a newsletter  Network with professionals in related industries Follow up with leads and previous clients  Offer a free trial session  Get your personal training cert...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-more-clients-as-a-personal-trainer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-more-clients-as-a-personal-trainer/AdviceThu, 13 Feb 2025 12:08:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Stickers have a life of their own. Some people think of them as nothing more than children's toys. Other people use them to express their individuality. Some stickers can be practical, like nametags, and some even show up on street signs as representations of counterculture. Whatever it is you'r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-sticker-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-sticker-business/AdviceThu, 13 Feb 2025 11:55:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Everybody’s working a side hustle these days. It’s getting harder to get by, and doing extra work to make ends meet has become the new normal. But thanks to the internet, you’re not stuck doing food delivery and taxi service. There are so many options available, and one great option is a busines...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-print-on-demand-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-print-on-demand-business/AdviceThu, 13 Feb 2025 11:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Input PDF content into ChatGPT Upload a PDF document to ChatGPT Can ChatGPT summarize a PDF?  If you’re trying to find the best way to wrangle information from one or more lengthy PDF documents and wondering if ChatGPT can do it for you you’re not alone. Many people are looking ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/can-chatgpt-summarize-a-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/ai/can-chatgpt-summarize-a-pdf/AdviceThu, 13 Feb 2025 08:44:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Chatbots use text-based interactions, while voicebots rely on speech-recognition technology for communication. Chatbots boost efficiency by automating responses, offering 24/7 support, and handling repetitive tasks. Voicebots improve accessibility, making interactions easier for users w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-vs-voicebot/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-vs-voicebot/AdviceWed, 12 Feb 2025 14:58:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Trainerize QuickCoach Jotform My PT Hub TrueCoach PT Distinction VIP.Coach Gymdesk WorkoutLabs Train Everfit Vagaro As a personal trainer, you do so much more than help your clients exercise. From managing schedules, to keeping up with paperwork, to marketing yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/personal-trainer-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/personal-trainer-software/AdviceWed, 12 Feb 2025 13:51:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Select a form template in Jotform or start create one from scratch. Click on the Add Element button on Form Builder. Drag and drop the elements to your intake form. Click on Form Designer button to update the design. Once your form is finished, go to your Canva account. Click on Ap...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/canva-client-intake-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/canva-client-intake-form/AdviceWed, 12 Feb 2025 12:17:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Generative AI enhances customer service by providing quick, personalized, and human-like interactions that improve response times and engagement. Unlike traditional chatbots, generative AI adapts in real time, delivering dynamic, context-aware responses for better customer experiences. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/generative-ai-in-customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/generative-ai-in-customer-service/IndustriesWed, 12 Feb 2025 11:45:37 +0000<![CDATA[ If a customer wants to contact your brand, how will they get a hold of you? For most online businesses, the answer is through a contact form. Contact forms offer an easy way for customers to provide feedback, voice concerns, and more. But adding these forms to your website requires a user-friendly ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-contact-form-to-canva-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-contact-form-to-canva-website/AdviceWed, 12 Feb 2025 11:35:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Adobe Express VistaCreate (formerly Crello) Visme Snappa Piktochart Pixlr Figma Kittl Stencil Easil Canva is one of the most popular graphic design tools around. It’s easy to use, available through every browser, and has countless templates and other assets to use ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/canva-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/canva-alternatives/AdviceWed, 12 Feb 2025 11:24:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how we tackle everyday tasks, from crafting engaging marketing content to writing code snippets in seconds. At the core of these powerful AI tools lies a fundamental yet often overlooked elementthe prompt. How you write your prompts matters a lot. Goo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-prompt-examples/https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-prompt-examples/AdviceWed, 12 Feb 2025 10:42:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand the objectives of your chatbot Design an effective chatbot Ensure transparency and build trust Integrate human support seamlessly Personalize user interactions Regularly maintain and update your chatbot Measure chatbot performance Chatbots have become the corners...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-best-practices/IndustriesWed, 12 Feb 2025 08:23:24 +0000<![CDATA[ FreshdeskZendeskCustomer relationship management (CRM)No, integrations onlyYes, with the Zendesk Sunshine add-onTicketing systemYesYesAI agentsYes, available with top-tier plansYesAutomationYesYesHelp deskYesYesOmnichannelYes, Freshdesk Omni plans onlyYesLive chatYes, Freshdesk Omni plans onlyYesAn...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshdesk-vs-zendesk/https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshdesk-vs-zendesk/IndustriesTue, 11 Feb 2025 13:01:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Conversational AI enhances customer service by using natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning to deliver real-time, human-like interactions. Key use cases include handling FAQs, managing high call volumes, resolving complaints, and offering multilingual support to improve custo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/conversational-ai-for-customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/conversational-ai-for-customer-service/IndustriesTue, 11 Feb 2025 11:52:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Define your team’s goals and structure Hire the right people Provide comprehensive training Choose the right tools and technology Empower and motivate your team Monitor performance and provide feedback Foster a customer-centric culture In today’s competitive market, excepti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-a-customer-service-team/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-a-customer-service-team/IndustriesMon, 10 Feb 2025 12:42:04 +0000<![CDATA[ AI business process automation streamlines repetitive tasks, reducing costs, improving efficiency, and optimizing resource allocation. AI-powered automation enhances productivity by minimizing human error, accelerating workflows, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Businesses across ind...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-business-process-automation/https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-business-process-automation/AdviceMon, 10 Feb 2025 12:26:39 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic completely upended the modern workplace. From quarantines and social distancing to the “Great Resignation,” times have certainly changed. More people are working from home than ever before. And companies are learning that modern tools and technologies make it possible even...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pros-and-cons-of-working-from-home/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pros-and-cons-of-working-from-home/AdviceMon, 10 Feb 2025 11:36:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Using deep learning models, Generative AI creates original content, such as text, images, and music. Predictive AI forecasts future trends using machine learning algorithms to analyze historical data and make informed predictions. Generative AI benefits creative industries, including co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/generative-ai-vs-predictive-ai/https://www.jotform.com/ai/generative-ai-vs-predictive-ai/AdviceMon, 10 Feb 2025 08:33:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Chatbots provide automated, 24-7 support and excel at handling repetitive tasks efficiently. Live chat offers personalized, human-driven interactions, ideal for high-value customer service. Hybrid models combine both strengths, using chatbots for simple queries and live agents for escal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-vs-live-chat/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-vs-live-chat/AdviceMon, 10 Feb 2025 08:15:50 +0000<![CDATA[ AI agents autonomously perform tasks like decision-making and problem-solving, improving efficiency and accuracy. Agent architecture defines how AI agents interact with their environment and other systems, ensuring they operate efficiently to meet specific goals. Types of architectures:...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/agent-architecture-in-ai/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/agent-architecture-in-ai/AdviceFri, 07 Feb 2025 18:00:52 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s fast-paced digital world, providing stellar customer service often has to do with how effectively you manage live chat interactions. Since customers expect real-time support, there’s pressure to respond quickly, maintain a friendly tone, and deliver accurate information all at the same ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chat-etiquette/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chat-etiquette/IndustriesFri, 07 Feb 2025 17:21:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Agents Claude UiPath Grain Read AI AgentGPT Fathom Tactiq HARPA Adept AI Bardeen AI Botpress Lindy.AI Orby Cimba.ai Looking for a way to make your workload more manageable? AI agents could be the key. Automation AI agents are software t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/automation-ai-agents/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/automation-ai-agents/AdviceFri, 07 Feb 2025 17:08:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Unlike traditional single-model AI, multi-agent AI uses multiple intelligent agents to tackle complex problems collaboratively. Agents operate independently, interact with environments, communicate, and coordinate tasks to optimize performance. Agents respond instantly to local changes ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/multi-agent-ai/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/multi-agent-ai/Latest ArticlesFri, 07 Feb 2025 15:57:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Leverage customer data analytics Use AI-powered tools for proactive engagement Empower teams with real-time insights Train staff to anticipate and resolve issues proactively Adopt Jotform AI Agents for dynamic customer engagement Segment your customer base Offer self-service opt...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/proactive-customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/proactive-customer-service/IndustriesFri, 07 Feb 2025 15:06:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Conversational user interfaces (UIs) enable natural, intuitive interactions through text or voice commands. Common examples include chatbots, virtual assistants, and voice-enabled smart devices. Benefits for businesses include enhanced engagement, lower costs, and 24/7 customer support....]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/conversational-interfaces/https://www.jotform.com/ai/conversational-interfaces/AdviceFri, 07 Feb 2025 14:39:48 +0000<![CDATA[ How you handle customer service can make or break your brand’s reputation with the tools you rely on being an integral part of this. Choosing the wrong solution could create a clunky user experience, fail to provide enough value, and leave your customers with more questions than answers. But th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hubspot-vs-zendesk/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hubspot-vs-zendesk/IndustriesFri, 07 Feb 2025 13:56:40 +0000<![CDATA[ AI improves customer service efficiency by automating tasks, offering 24/7 support, and reducing costs. Scalability and data-driven personalization enhance customer experiences and boost engagement. Challenges include lack of empathy, handling complex queries, and potential misinterpret...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/disadvantages-of-ai-in-customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/disadvantages-of-ai-in-customer-service/AdviceFri, 07 Feb 2025 12:26:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Agents Top Producer CRM Virtual Staging AI Canva OpusClip Beautiful.ai rezora Descript ChatGPT Getfloorplan Restb.ai HouseCanary DALL-E 2 and DALL-E 3 Lofty AI Assistant Presence Copilot Location, location, location. This motto has always ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/best-ai-for-real-estate-agents/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/best-ai-for-real-estate-agents/AdviceFri, 07 Feb 2025 11:06:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Vertical AI agents optimize workflows by focusing on specific industry needs, unlike general AI, which handles broader tasks. Vertical AI is transforming fields like healthcare (diagnostics, treatment plans), real estate (property valuation, market insights), and education (personalized lear...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/vertical-ai-agent/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/vertical-ai-agent/AdviceFri, 07 Feb 2025 09:01:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Ensure accountability Use direct language Set reasonable expectations Make communication easy Avoid outsourcing telephone reps Make communication humanistic Recognize the value of feedback Make customer support pervasive Make it easy to find Handle things proactively ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-customer-service/IndustriesFri, 07 Feb 2025 07:40:02 +0000<![CDATA[ AI is reshaping banking customer service by reducing wait times, improving service accessibility, and enabling personalized customer experiences. Banks leverage AI-powered tools like chatbots, automation, and predictive analytics to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction. AI appli...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-in-banking-customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-in-banking-customer-service/IndustriesFri, 07 Feb 2025 07:27:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Menu-based chatbots use predefined options to guide users, making them easy to implement and maintain. Benefits include low development cost, ease of use, and improved customer experience. Common use cases include customer support, e-commerce navigation, and appointment scheduling. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/menu-based-chatbot/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/menu-based-chatbot/AdviceFri, 07 Feb 2025 07:13:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Multi-Agent Platforms Automation AI agents Conversational AI agents Artificial intelligence (AI) agents are transforming how we all interact with technology. These specialized systems are capable of rapidly perceiving their environment, processing information, and making decisions to a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/types-of-ai-agents/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/types-of-ai-agents/AdviceThu, 06 Feb 2025 14:47:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Generative AI creates original content like text, images, music, and more using deep learning models. Key technologies include neural networks, transformers, and generative adversarial networks (GANs). Real-world applications span content creation, healthcare, gaming, and personalized m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/what-is-generative-ai/https://www.jotform.com/ai/what-is-generative-ai/AdviceThu, 06 Feb 2025 14:12:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Forms. Create a Blank form or select a template. Edit the form. Publish the form by clicking on Publish. Click the Copy responder link icon. Shorten the link by ticking the Shorten URL checkbox. Click Copy to automatically copy the link. Go to your Canva website. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/add-google-forms-to-canva-website/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/add-google-forms-to-canva-website/AdviceThu, 06 Feb 2025 13:59:32 +0000<![CDATA[ AI in cybersecurity enhances threat detection using machine learning, neural networks, and behavioral analysis. AI offers proactive defense by identifying and responding to threats faster than traditional methods. Key benefits include reduced manual workload, improved accuracy, and scal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-cybersecurity/https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-cybersecurity/AdviceThu, 06 Feb 2025 13:50:13 +0000<![CDATA[ As one of the best form editors available, Jotform always pushes the envelope and doesn’t follow trends or try to catch up with other form editors, raising the bar for everyone else. For example, Jotform has the most custom form elements by way of widgets. It’s the only form app with a tables to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-custom-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-custom-forms/AdviceThu, 06 Feb 2025 08:46:12 +0000<![CDATA[ DeepSeek is an AI-powered platform specializing in data analysis and reasoning, offering advanced insights through a large language model (LLM). Its reasoning-driven approach sets it apart from competitors, providing transparent, explainable results for better decision-making. DeepSeek’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/what-is-deepseek/https://www.jotform.com/ai/what-is-deepseek/AdviceWed, 05 Feb 2025 21:42:57 +0000<![CDATA[ The South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) serves independent schools in South Carolina by holding statewide competitions, events, and professional development opportunities that foster community and promote academic and athletic excellence. SCISA’s event registration and paymen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-south-carolina-independent-school-association/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-south-carolina-independent-school-association/Customer StoriesWed, 05 Feb 2025 10:44:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Every business collects data of one sort or another, and most businesses recognize that data collection security is vitally important there’s no question about it. Once a company scales up, it often starts running into moral and ethical questions about transparency, security, and privacy. A lot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-ethics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-ethics/AdviceWed, 05 Feb 2025 08:20:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Event registration Customer feedback survey Expense reimbursement form Vacation and sick leave form New product survey Event feedback survey Website feedback survey Customer expectations survey Employee satisfaction survey Manager feedback survey With all the diffe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-templates/AdviceSat, 01 Feb 2025 17:46:03 +0000<![CDATA[ When two people get married, they join more than just their hearts they also join their financial assets and liabilities. From cars and homes to student loans, what’s “mine” becomes “ours.” However, while the vows of marriage may focus on forever, sometimes relationships can end in separation or d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-prenuptial-agreement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-prenuptial-agreement/AdviceFri, 31 Jan 2025 12:16:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Google Docs Notion Mailchimp Wix Whimsical Buffer Trello Most early-stage startups and small businesses have a couple things in common. They have a very small team of people who all wear many different hats. And they don’t have a lot of money to spend, if any. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/saas-tools-for-startups/https://www.jotform.com/blog/saas-tools-for-startups/AdviceFri, 31 Jan 2025 10:51:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Picture this: You’re driving down the highway and see a bunny limping down the side of the road. The bunny is very small, its leg is clearly hurt, and the mother is nowhere to be found. You pull over and manage to coax the poor baby animal into an old blanket. You walk back to your car, care...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/case-study-west-wildlife-rehab/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/case-study-west-wildlife-rehab/Customer StoriesFri, 31 Jan 2025 10:18:09 +0000<![CDATA[ A successful organization runs on an effective business process. But what does that entail? Depending on who you ask, some would say that an effective process must be clearly defined and free of waste. Others would say it should produce consistent results. The truth is, it’s a combination of all th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-modeling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-modeling/AdviceFri, 31 Jan 2025 06:39:36 +0000<![CDATA[ The following suggestions are for informational purposes only. For official IRS instructions on how to fill out a 1040 form, go to https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-1040. Every year, millions of Americans rely on IRS Form 1040 to report their taxable income, claim relevant tax deductio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-1040/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-1040/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2025 15:24:50 +0000<![CDATA[ The following suggestions are for informational purposes only. For official IRS instructions on how to fill out Form 1099, go to www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/information-returns-forms-1099. Identify the correct 1099 Form Gather payer and recipient information Complete the top sect...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-a-1099-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-a-1099-form/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2025 15:24:16 +0000<![CDATA[ The following suggestions are for informational purposes only. For official IRS instructions on how to fill out Form 4868, go to www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-4868. Provide your personal information Estimate your tax liability Note any payments made Indicate how you will file ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-form-4868/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-form-4868/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2025 15:22:23 +0000<![CDATA[ The following suggestions are for informational purposes only. For official IRS instructions on how to fill out Form 4506-T, go to www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-4506-t. Taxpayer information Tax return details Third-party authorization Tax year(s) requested IRS Form 4506-T i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-form-4506-t/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-form-4506-t/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2025 15:19:08 +0000<![CDATA[ The following suggestions are for informational purposes only. For official IRS instructions on how to fill out Form 5329, go to www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-5329. Gather your documentation Identify which parts apply to you Calculate early withdrawal penalties Account for exces...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-form-5329/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-form-5329/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2025 15:15:49 +0000<![CDATA[ The following suggestions are for informational purposes only. For official IRS instructions on how to fill out Form 7004, go to www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-7004. Filing business taxes can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling daily operations and managing tight de...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-form-7004/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-form-7004/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2025 15:13:23 +0000<![CDATA[ As a healthcare provider, you know that your available in-person appointment times may not always align with your patients’ needs. Patients may delay a visit to the doctor if they have to choose between getting care and attending to their responsibilities with work, errands, and family. They may al...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-app-development-cost/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-app-development-cost/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2025 15:02:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Train your team thoroughly Understand customer needs Provide multichannel support Set clear expectations Leverage technology Empower your team Personalize interactions Follow up with customers Embrace continuous improvement Show your appreciation Good customer serv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-provide-good-customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-provide-good-customer-service/IndustriesThu, 30 Jan 2025 10:54:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Nail down the logistics Build the curriculum Build a roster Register your apprenticeship program Launch your apprenticeship program While work-style flexibility (remote, in-office, or a hybrid of both), onboarding bonuses, and extra paid time off are among the more popular incent...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-apprenticeship-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-apprenticeship-program/AdviceWed, 29 Jan 2025 14:19:07 +0000<![CDATA[ AI bias leads to unfair, inaccurate, or discriminatory outcomes, affecting hiring, healthcare, and law enforcement. Bias stems from training data, algorithm design, and user implementation, reinforcing systemic inequalities. Real-world examples include hiring discrimination, racial prof...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/what-is-ai-bias/https://www.jotform.com/ai/what-is-ai-bias/AdviceWed, 29 Jan 2025 13:57:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Assemble your HACCP team Describe your product and its intended use Build a process flow diagram Carry out a hazard analysis Determine your critical control points Establish limits and monitor procedures Define corrective actions and use documentation Validate the plan C...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-haccp-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-haccp-plan/AdviceWed, 29 Jan 2025 11:39:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Plan your clothing business Create a web and social media presence Fund your venture Tackle legal matters Market your business Get materials and manufacturing right Use the right software Handle business processes Take the next steps So you want to start a clothing bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-clothing-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-clothing-business/AdviceWed, 29 Jan 2025 11:33:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Set up a Stripe account. Make sure your checkout settings work with Stripe and customer payments. Enable Alipay as the main payment method. Prepare to fulfill customer orders. Test the integration. In the United States, we often think of digital payment methods as familiar brands...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-alipay-on-your-site/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-alipay-on-your-site/IndustriesWed, 29 Jan 2025 11:18:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Complex equipment can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. For example, in the construction industry, a full-size excavator may cost around $600,000. When investing in assets for your business, carefully managing their life cycle will help you maximize your return on investment (ROI). Additio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/asset-lifecycle-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/asset-lifecycle-management/AdviceWed, 29 Jan 2025 11:15:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Covetrus Pulse Cornerstone Practice Management  DaySmart Vet NaVetor Neo It’s probably not surprising that most people in first world countries have adopted a digital-first mentality. Consumers and businesses alike expect to accomplish as much as possible through the interne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vet-telehealth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vet-telehealth/AdviceWed, 29 Jan 2025 10:48:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Running a medical spa is one of the most rewarding things a physician can do. It allows health professionals to control the type of services they offer clients as well as the quality and level of care they provide. There’s also the potential for greater financial reward. Of course, all this oppo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-spa-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-spa-software/IndustriesWed, 29 Jan 2025 10:41:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Agents SnatchBot Tidio HubSpot Chatbot Builder ChatBot Manychat Across the world, around 2.71 billion people shop online. And one of the biggest influences over their purchasing decisions? Ninety percent say it’s a brand’s customer service. The fact that there ar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-chatbot-for-ecommerce/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-chatbot-for-ecommerce/AdviceWed, 29 Jan 2025 08:18:12 +0000<![CDATA[ AI agents automate tasks, using machine learning and NLP to enhance decision-making and optimize workflows. Key components of AI agents include perception modules, decision-making engines, learning algorithms, and actuators. AI agents operate in four steps: processing inputs, making dec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/how-to-use-ai-agents/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/how-to-use-ai-agents/AdviceWed, 29 Jan 2025 00:07:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Providing exceptional customer interactions is more crucial than ever. They’ve been known to encourage 89 percent of consumers to make another purchase, and 68 percent to pay more for a product or service. But to foster loyalty and satisfaction, you first need to understand the distinctions betw...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-the-difference-between-customer-service-and-customer-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-the-difference-between-customer-service-and-customer-experience/IndustriesTue, 28 Jan 2025 23:39:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Quiz Generator ChatGPT by OpenAI Coursebox AI Quiz Generator  Fillout OpExams PrepAI ProProfs Quiz Maker Questgen Quillionz Quizbot Quizlet Quizgecko Testportal Toolsaday Wooclap Quiz Wizard As a teacher, you know all too well how imp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-quiz-generators/https://www.jotform.com/ai/ai-quiz-generators/IndustriesTue, 28 Jan 2025 22:50:54 +0000<![CDATA[ We all have more software solutions in our tech stacks than we’d probably care to admit. So when there’s an opportunity to further streamline two solutions we already work with, we jump at the chance to be more efficient. Today, we’re pleased to announce that Jotform Enterprise is now available...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-is-now-available-on-canva/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-is-now-available-on-canva/EnterpriseTue, 28 Jan 2025 12:58:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Big news! We’re thrilled to announce that an enhanced SMTP experience featuring a new OAuth 2.0 connection is now available for Jotform Enterprise customers. Simple Mail Transfer Protocol, or SMTP, allows Enterprise customers to improve email deliverability and comprehensively apply their brandi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-or-microsoft-as-custom-sender-using-oauth-2-0-for-smtp-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-or-microsoft-as-custom-sender-using-oauth-2-0-for-smtp-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 28 Jan 2025 12:57:17 +0000<![CDATA[ To protect your organization’s data, you need to implement top-notch security standards. But you also want to make it easy for employees and customers to access the information they need. Single sign-on (SSO) integrations streamline the sign-in process while protecting against weak passwords and ot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-multiple-sso-integrations-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-multiple-sso-integrations-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 28 Jan 2025 12:55:55 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re happy to announce that an enhanced SMTP experience featuring a new OAuth 2.0 connection is now available! Simple Mail Transfer Protocol, or SMTP, lets you securely connect your Google or Microsoft email as a custom sender. Open authorization (OAuth) support makes SMTP configuration more se...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-or-microsoft-as-custom-sender-using-oauth-2-0-for-smtp-for-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-or-microsoft-as-custom-sender-using-oauth-2-0-for-smtp-for-jotform/ProductTue, 28 Jan 2025 07:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Preview almost any Canva website design template and you’ll find some kind of customer outreach or contact information section. For instance, a nonprofit or business site design might list a customer support email address or phone number, or it might have a button linking to a donation page. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-canva-users-work-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-canva-users-work-with-jotform/ProductTue, 28 Jan 2025 07:27:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re receiving this newsletter, chances are you really dig Jotform’s functionality. You may also wish that you could take advantage of Jotform’s features across the other platforms you use. The good news is Jotform is always adding new platforms to our healthy collection of integrations wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-for-canva/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-for-canva/ProductTue, 28 Jan 2025 07:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ What has more than 4 billion users, a 36-to-1 return on investment for marketing campaigns, and a higher click-through rate than social media platforms? The answer is email. Among popular marketing campaign channels, email still plays a huge role. It’s cost-effective, and the returns are increas...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-mailsoftly-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-mailsoftly-integration/ProductTue, 28 Jan 2025 07:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a registration form in Jotform from scratch or use a template. Open your Canva account. Search for Jotform in Apps. Connect your Jotform account. Add your form to the Canva project. Throwing a corporate or personal event? Your guests need an easy way to sign up not only t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/canva-registration-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/canva-registration-form/AdviceMon, 27 Jan 2025 13:39:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Planning appropriately Putting a name on the thing Securing funding Thinking about legal matters early on Finding your following Getting down to the actual business of selling T-shirts Picking the best business software Minding your own business processes Closing the sale ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-tshirt-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-tshirt-business/AdviceFri, 24 Jan 2025 11:03:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Get the skills Build the business Make a name for yourself Get funding Protect yourself by keeping it legal Find your people: Marketing Grow your business Get the right software Manage your business systems Go out and get it Like many other professions, a specialis...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-eyelash-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-eyelash-business/AdviceThu, 23 Jan 2025 12:37:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Plan your business Get down to the specifics of your business options Find materials and manufacturing Create a web and social media presence Fund your venture Focus on legal matters Market your goods Get the right software Master business processes Knowing that you w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-shoe-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-shoe-business/AdviceThu, 23 Jan 2025 08:25:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Easy science trivia questions Biology trivia questions Chemistry trivia questions Physics trivia questions Trivia questions are a fun pastime and a fantastic way to learn and engage with science. Whether you're curious about the mysteries of space, the complexities of the human bo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/science-trivia-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/science-trivia-questions/AdviceThu, 23 Jan 2025 07:34:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Agents CrewAI WotNot Voiceflow Beam Botpress LangChain Vertex AI Agent Builder AutoGen Microsoft Copilot Studio In 2025, we predict that AI agents will be the driving force of innovation and productivity in the workplace. That’s why so many organizations...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/best-ai-agents/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/best-ai-agents/AdviceThu, 23 Jan 2025 07:13:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Connecteam Calendly Deputy Findmyshift Homebase Planday QuickBooks Time Sling When I Work Whether you’re part of a large multilocation corporation, a small home-based business, or something in between, it’s essential to know who’s working where and when in ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/schedule-apps-for-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/schedule-apps-for-work/AdviceWed, 22 Jan 2025 15:02:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Chatbots use predefined scripts, handling basic inquiries like FAQs and order tracking. Conversational AI enables dynamic, human-like dialogue with advanced NLP and machine learning. Chatbots follow rule-based logic, while conversational AI adapts and learns from interactions. Busi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-vs-conversational-ai/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/chatbot-vs-conversational-ai/AdviceWed, 22 Jan 2025 10:37:46 +0000<![CDATA[ FeaturesIntercomZendeskCRMNo, integrations onlyYes, add-onTicketing systemYesYesAI agentsYes, usage-based pricingYesAutomationYesYesHelp deskYesYesOmnichannelYes, limitedYesAnalyticsYesYesKnowledge baseYesYesWorkflow automationYesYesQuality assuranceNoYes, add-onPricing$29–$132 per agent per month,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/intercom-vs-zendesk/https://www.jotform.com/blog/intercom-vs-zendesk/IndustriesTue, 21 Jan 2025 14:15:12 +0000<![CDATA[ ChatGPT’s new task scheduling feature automates reminders, updates, and workflows to enhance productivity. Users can create, modify, and manage scheduled tasks for meetings, deadlines, and project tracking. Businesses can automate reports, team coordination, and training, streamlining d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/schedule-tasks-with-chatgpt/https://www.jotform.com/ai/schedule-tasks-with-chatgpt/AdviceFri, 17 Jan 2025 19:29:38 +0000<![CDATA[ ChiroFusion ChiroTouch Genesis Chiropractic Software Jotform Anyone in the health professions will tell you that working with patients is part of the job. So it may come as a surprise that studies have found that many workers spend over two-thirds of their time on paperwork, includi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/chiropractic-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/chiropractic-software/HealthcareFri, 17 Jan 2025 13:15:04 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re interested in creating your own app or website, there’s no doubt you’ve heard the word “form” thrown around, since web and online forms are essential to the success of business websites and blogs. At its core, a form is a data collector and a web form is one that you complete online. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-form/AdviceFri, 17 Jan 2025 12:55:40 +0000<![CDATA[ In our digital age, online payment methods are rapidly becoming the norm for vendors. Chances are, if you sell a product, you want to accept payment methods that make the purchase process as simple and friction-free as possible for customers. The word “rapidly” is no exaggeration. The value of d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-giropay/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-giropay/Online PaymentFri, 17 Jan 2025 11:13:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Michael Cassel Group produces world-renowned theater shows, including Hamilton and The Lion King, in Australia, London’s West End, Asia, the Middle East, and on Broadway in New York City. Producing each show is like starting a new business. It involves hiring actors, musicians, behind-the-scen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-michael-cassel-group/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-michael-cassel-group/Customer StoriesFri, 17 Jan 2025 11:00:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Mailchimp HubSpot Jotform ActiveCampaign Kit Brevo Constant Contact There’s a thin line between an email list management tool and a CRM system. You use an email list to manage who you want to contact. It could be for marketing purposes like a weekly newsletter or for update...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-list-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-list-management-software/AdviceFri, 17 Jan 2025 08:54:20 +0000<![CDATA[ As a business owner, you know how important it is to offer your customers multiple payment options. Some prefer cash, while others prefer credit or debit cards. The third option, and probably the most popular today, is using mobile payment services such as Samsung Pay, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/samsung-pay-vs-google-pay-vs-apple-pay/https://www.jotform.com/blog/samsung-pay-vs-google-pay-vs-apple-pay/IndustriesFri, 17 Jan 2025 08:08:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you still creating new emails from scratch every time you send one through Salesforce? If you are, it’s time to learn how to create an email template. Find out why templates are so powerful and how to create your own email template in Salesforce. Understanding why templates are essential for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-email-template-in-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-email-template-in-salesforce/AdviceThu, 16 Jan 2025 17:06:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Planning your e-commerce business Creating a web and social media presence Funding your venture Getting a handle on the legal matters Marketing your business Leveraging the right software Managing your business processes Making the dream a reality The economy has become ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-e-commerce-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-e-commerce-business/AdviceThu, 16 Jan 2025 17:01:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Interactive, video-based content Mock quizzes and tests Push notifications Gamification Offline capabilities Personalized student dashboards Technology plays a larger role in our lives than ever. It’s how we create shopping lists, read books, learn new languages, work from hom...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-class-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-class-app/IndustriesThu, 16 Jan 2025 14:48:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer support solves technical and product issues reactively. Customer service focuses on building relationships and customer satisfaction proactively. Support tracks resolution speed, while service measures satisfaction and loyalty. Jotform helps automate feedback collection, a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-support-vs-customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-support-vs-customer-service/IndustriesThu, 16 Jan 2025 14:43:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Planning your food truck business Creating a web and social media presence Funding your venture Taking care of legal matters Marketing your food truck Getting supplies, ingredients, and pricing right Choosing the right software Managing business processes Getting the food ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-food-truck-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-food-truck-business/AdviceWed, 15 Jan 2025 15:42:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Setting up WordPress Creating pages and navigation Adding an order form Creating a mobile app Services like DoorDash and Grubhub have taken the food ordering world by storm, but they can be expensive for small businesses. What if you want to create a website for your restaurant and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-food-ordering-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-food-ordering-website/AdviceTue, 14 Jan 2025 11:20:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Agents ChatGPT Google Gemini Microsoft Copilot Claude Jasper Meta AI Zapier Central Perplexity AI You.com Chatsonic Socratic Poe HuggingChat Ada Qodo Lyro AI DialogFlow Paradox Merlin A few years ago, AI chatbots were a nove...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/best-ai-chatbot/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/best-ai-chatbot/AdviceTue, 14 Jan 2025 08:44:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the Google Pay app  Access the Wallet section  Add PayPal to Wallet Log into PayPal Set payment defaults  Complete the setup Looking to streamline your payment methods? Integrating PayPal with Google Pay is a must for small business owners like you. It comb...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-paypal-to-google-pay/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-paypal-to-google-pay/AdviceMon, 13 Jan 2025 14:31:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Listen actively to customer complaints Respond with empathy and professionalism Identify the root cause of the complaint Offer immediate solutions and compensation Training staff to handle complaints Leveraging technology for complaint management Wondering how to manage custom...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-handle-customer-complaints-in-a-restaurant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-handle-customer-complaints-in-a-restaurant/IndustriesFri, 10 Jan 2025 14:08:22 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to accounting software, QuickBooks has long been a favorite for businesses small and large. With its user-friendly interface and powerful features, it simplifies financial management. But if you’ve narrowed it down to QuickBooks Premier and QuickBooks Enterprise, you might be asking y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quickbooks-premier-vs-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quickbooks-premier-vs-enterprise/AdviceFri, 10 Jan 2025 13:13:02 +0000<![CDATA[ High-level mapping SIPOC mapping Detailed process mapping Swimlane mapping Value stream mapping As you develop your process map-building skills, you’ll start to discover more ways to use them in different areas of your business. Having a strong understanding of the types of busin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/types-of-business-process-mapping/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/types-of-business-process-mapping/AdviceThu, 09 Jan 2025 14:48:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify the processes to analyze Collect data and map processes Evaluate and identify bottlenecks Propose and implement solutions Monitor results Continuously improve Business Process Analysis (BPA) is a methodical approach to examining and improving the processes that drive ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-analysis/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-analysis/AdviceThu, 09 Jan 2025 14:48:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Zendesk Zoho Desk Freshdesk Salesforce Service Cloud HubSpot Service Hub HappyFox Olark HelpCrunch Crisp Tidio Kustomer Your customer service solution ultimately defines the effectiveness of your agents and strategy. Intercom is a popular solution tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/intercom-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/intercom-alternatives/IndustriesThu, 09 Jan 2025 14:45:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Putting together process maps involves more than just drawing diagrams. Before you even get to the visualization phase, you need to do your background research and develop a plan for putting these diagrams on paper. That’s where process-mapping techniques come in, setting you up for success as you ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/process-mapping-techniques/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/process-mapping-techniques/AdviceThu, 09 Jan 2025 14:43:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Document the current workflow Identify pain points Gather customer feedback Define improvement goals Implement enhancements Train your team on updates Pilot test and refine changes Monitor and adjust performance A customer service process is a series of steps a business ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-service-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-service-process/IndustriesThu, 09 Jan 2025 14:41:49 +0000<![CDATA[ CoachAccountable TrueCoach Jotform Apps Coaching.com Nudge Coach Coach Catalyst Coaching Loft PT Distinction FitSW PocketSuite In our results-driven era, people are always trying to get more value out of their time, and one way to do that is by using apps. Coaching...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-coaches/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-coaches/AdviceWed, 08 Jan 2025 14:52:11 +0000<![CDATA[ If you've been exploring ERP solutions, you've probably come across Odoo. With its robust range of features, it's often praised for its ability to help businesses of all shapes and sizes streamline operations. But one burning question stops many in their tracksshould you go with Odoo Community or O...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/odoo-community-vs-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/odoo-community-vs-enterprise/AdviceWed, 08 Jan 2025 14:50:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Software as a service (SaaS) and enterprise software have many similarities, but when you’re looking to adopt a solution, it’s important to understand their differences. Generally speaking, the main difference between them is the intended user. SaaS is created for individuals and small to midsize c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-software-vs-saas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-software-vs-saas/AdviceWed, 08 Jan 2025 14:49:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Chances are you’re seeing more and more job opportunities offering telecommuting or remote work. But what’s the difference? While the terms telecommuting and remote work may appear interchangeable, it is worth exploring some slight differences between the two. What is telecommuting? First use...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telecommuting-vs-remote-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telecommuting-vs-remote-work/AdviceWed, 08 Jan 2025 14:48:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Typeform SurveyMonkey Google Forms Qualtrics Alchemer (formerly SurveyGizmo) Zoho Survey LimeSurvey SurveySparrow Microsoft Forms SmartSurvey is a UK-based survey platform that offers various logic options and question types, as well as customizable brandin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/alternatives-to-smartsurvey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/alternatives-to-smartsurvey/AdviceWed, 08 Jan 2025 14:42:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Follow-up questions are powerful communication tools that can enhance interactions across various personal and professional settings. They can delve deeper into conversations, build trust, and achieve better outcomes. Whether you’re conducting a job interview, improving customer service, or closing...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/follow-up-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/follow-up-questions/AdviceWed, 08 Jan 2025 11:07:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Once upon a time, someone promised us that computers would make our lives easier. We’d get much more work done in much less time, our jobs would be easier, and our workdays would be shorter. So what happened? Computers did make our lives easier in some ways. For example, the ability to copy, cut...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-code-vs-no-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-code-vs-no-code/AdviceTue, 07 Jan 2025 16:21:09 +0000<![CDATA[ If you're navigating the waters of enterprise software and trying to decide between Splunk Cloud and Splunk Enterprise, you're not alone. These two powerful platforms offer robust solutions for log analysis and data management, but they serve very different business needs. This guide will walk you ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/splunk-cloud-vs-splunk-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/splunk-cloud-vs-splunk-enterprise/AdviceTue, 07 Jan 2025 16:19:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Collection/intake form Review and clarify Prioritization Approval Assignment and execution Feedback and continuous improvement Managing tasks and projects across a team can often feel chaotic. Emails get lost, requests are vague, and priorities shift unpredictably. That’s wher...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-intake-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-intake-process/AdviceTue, 07 Jan 2025 16:17:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AI Agents Zendesk Sell HubSpot Chatbot Builder Intercom Tidio A great salesperson makes all the difference in the shopping experience. No matter the product or service you sell, employing helpful and knowledgeable sales reps is the best way to generate leads, enhance the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-bots-for-sale/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-bots-for-sale/AdviceTue, 07 Jan 2025 16:15:01 +0000<![CDATA[ The digital revolution has left no aspect of modern life untouched, and nowhere is that more apparent than in today’s business marketing landscape. Smart companies adopt innovative tools that help them stay competitive and connect with their target audience. These digital marketing tools simplify, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-marketing-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-marketing-tools/AdviceTue, 07 Jan 2025 16:07:32 +0000<![CDATA[ AI-powered support Omnichannel support In-person point-of-purchase support Phone support Email support Social media support Messaging and live chat support Chatbot customer service Self-service support Customer service is like a Swiss Army knife: the more tools you ha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-customer-service/IndustriesTue, 07 Jan 2025 15:59:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Performance management is an important practice in every industry, but in healthcare it is critical because lives are at stake. When healthcare workers (doctors, nurses, or support personnel) aren’t performing at their best, it will negatively impact patients through lower quality of care, higher c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-management-in-healthcare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-management-in-healthcare/IndustriesMon, 06 Jan 2025 19:29:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Managing business processes can feel like herding catsespecially when tools are disjointed, operations are manual, and teams are scattered across the globe. Enter Cloud BPM (Business Process Management), the game-changer for managers and executives looking to streamline workflows and boost efficien...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-bpm/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-bpm/AdviceMon, 06 Jan 2025 19:25:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Planning your candle business Making yourself visible online Securing funds Understanding legalities Marketing to your audience Manufacturing and materials Getting the right software Leveraging business systems Starting your journey Starting a candle business can be a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-candle-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-candle-business/AdviceMon, 06 Jan 2025 19:24:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Retail managers wear many hatsfrom managing staff schedules to ensuring compliance and tracking salesall while creating an engaging experience for customers. But with so many moving parts, keeping track of tasks in a busy retail environment is no easy feat. That’s where retail task management comes...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/retail-task-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/retail-task-management/AdviceMon, 06 Jan 2025 19:21:41 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to protecting sensitive customer data, businesses need more than just good intentionsWhen it comes to protecting sensitive customer data, compliance standards aren’t just a nice-to-havethey’re central to building trust and staying competitive. SOC 2 Trust Principles are at the heart o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/soc-2-trust-principles/https://www.jotform.com/blog/soc-2-trust-principles/AdviceMon, 06 Jan 2025 19:17:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer service builds loyalty and drives revenue by assisting customers throughout their journey. Customer service differs from customer experience, as service focuses on direct support while experience covers all brand interactions. Offering multiple support channels ensures accessib...]]>https://www.jotform.com/customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/customer-service/GuidesFri, 03 Jan 2025 08:58:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Welcome to the future of purchasing. Procurement processes have come a long way from paper trails, manual approvals, and endless phone calls. Enter e-procurementa game-changing technology that promises to elevate how businesses source, manage, and pay for goods and services.  But what exact...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/e-procurement/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/e-procurement/AdviceThu, 02 Jan 2025 14:18:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Zendesk Zoho Desk Intercom Salesforce Service Cloud HappyFox HubSpot Service Hub Front Help Scout LiveAgent Kayako Jira Service Management What is Freshdesk? Freshdesk is a cloud-based customer service and help desk platform. It lets users subm...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshdesk-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshdesk-alternatives/IndustriesThu, 02 Jan 2025 14:10:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Your customer feedback loop is made up of all the tactics and tools your company uses to encourage, collect, and respond to customer feedback. Admittedly, there’s plenty of data that confirms what you’ve probably already guessed: people love to vent when they’re frustrated, but when things are g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-feedback-loop/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-feedback-loop/IndustriesTue, 31 Dec 2024 11:23:04 +0000<![CDATA[ No matter the type of business you own, every task has its own detailed process. And as your company grows, so does the amount of input from managers, stakeholders, customers, and employees. That’s what makes mapping out these processes from start to finish, making it clear what is required and whe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/process-mapping/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/process-mapping/GuidesTue, 31 Dec 2024 10:55:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Lucidchart Kissflow Skillshare Udemy Online university courses Process maps are more than just organizational tools. When harnessed effectively, they could become the building blocks of your company’s growth. But that all depends on how well you use them and the best way to grow...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/process-mapping-training/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/process-mapping-training/AdviceMon, 30 Dec 2024 14:50:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Training up your team is one of the most time-consuming and challenging aspects of running a business. And when those employees are remote? Providing consistent, engaging training becomes even more difficult. Enter Coassemble. This virtual learning management system (LMS) lets you take control o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/coassemble-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/coassemble-pricing/AdviceMon, 30 Dec 2024 13:55:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Focus on appropriate music selection Think about the music flow Plan out logistics Give the audience background information Use Jotform to get organized So, you’re thinking of hosting a concert to share choral music with some lucky audience members. Whether you’re using it as a f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-program-a-choral-concert/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-program-a-choral-concert/AdviceFri, 27 Dec 2024 12:46:45 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re running a business, it’s critical to have insight into your resourceswhere they are, where they’re going, how they’re managed, when they require upkeep, and more. Asset management and asset inventory management both provide this insight, but they focus on different types of resources...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/asset-inventory-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/asset-inventory-management/AdviceFri, 27 Dec 2024 12:43:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Ask for no more than you need Put your screeners and big questions first Don’t give away the survey topic Include page breaks Don’t ask “leading” questions From political campaigns to market research, surveys have long been a go-to tool for understanding what people really think....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-screening-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-screening-questions/AdviceFri, 27 Dec 2024 12:39:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Lucidchart Mural Bitrix24 Kissflow Jotform Productivity and efficiency are fundamental to business growth. And what’s the best way to guarantee productivity? By building detailed process maps. But these workflows have evolved from simple pen and paper lists and whiteboard scribbl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/process-mapping-tools/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/process-mapping-tools/AdviceFri, 27 Dec 2024 12:34:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Buy life insurance leads Build a business platform and get your own leads Explore different marketing strategies Build your lead-generation strategy You don’t need us to tell you that your profits depend on a constant influx of qualified leads. And you definitely don’t need us to te...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-life-insurance-leads/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-life-insurance-leads/AdviceFri, 27 Dec 2024 12:09:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Determine your newsletter strategy Find the right email marketing tool Build your newsletter email list Create a signup form Place the signup form on your website Encourage signups Experiment to find the right headline Strategically design your newsletter Thoroughly test y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-newsletter/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-newsletter/AdviceThu, 26 Dec 2024 13:30:50 +0000<![CDATA[ The inventory management process is how you manage and track the inventory of your products, including what you acquire to produce or prepare them for sale. It’s a continuous process that doesn’t end until the inventory is sold, discounted, donated, or simply declared as a loss and carted away. For...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-process/AdviceThu, 26 Dec 2024 13:23:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Plan your jewelry business Develop a web and social media presence Fund your venture Get a grip on legal matters Practice marketing Focus on materials and manufacturing Use the right software Work out your business processes Of all the creative businesses you can start, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-jewelry-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-jewelry-business/AdviceWed, 25 Dec 2024 14:38:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Planning your consulting business Creating a web and social media presence Tending to legal matters Marketing your business Leveraging the right software Getting a handle on business processes You’ve put in the hard work to become an expert in your field and spent years establ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-consulting-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-consulting-business/AdviceWed, 25 Dec 2024 14:34:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand your business needs Analyze your current procurement process Set clear goals and KPIs Build a strong supplier base Optimize costs Implement risk management strategies Use strategic sourcing to drive innovation Integrate automation and technology Focus on sustain...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/procurement-strategy/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/procurement-strategy/AdviceTue, 24 Dec 2024 13:18:16 +0000<![CDATA[ With a mission to put larger bodies in leading roles and a lot of data to parse through, Broadway Bods needed a platform that was scalable and versatile. Which is why it turned to Jotform. Creating opportunities for plus-size actors In 2021, Grace Rosehill posted a question on her Instagram s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/case-study-broadway-bods/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/case-study-broadway-bods/Customer StoriesFri, 20 Dec 2024 10:43:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Digitize everything Use chatbots Use online forms The intake coordinator is such an important part of your team that the overall success of your business hinges on their performance. If they succeed, you succeed. That’s why business owners, health practitioners, and office managers ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-intake-coordinator-job-easier/https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-intake-coordinator-job-easier/IndustriesFri, 20 Dec 2024 07:58:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Fishbowl Basil Bookseller Software Booklog Jotform When you’re running a small bookstore or library, inventory management can become a time-consuming task. Luckily, there are plenty of software options that can reduce some of the demands and difficulties that come with tracking your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/book-inventory-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/book-inventory-software/AdviceThu, 19 Dec 2024 07:48:10 +0000<![CDATA[ No matter your business or industry, you need customers primarily repeat, loyal ones who consistently rave about your products or service. They’re how you make money, grow your business, and keep it thriving year after year. But since they aren’t always easy to attract especially as competitor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-pages-that-convert/https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-pages-that-convert/AdviceThu, 19 Dec 2024 07:41:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a form Pick your text editor Create a table Make your app There’s no shortage of note-taking apps out there, and there are many things to consider when picking one. They’re available as web apps and desktop apps. Some are free. Others can cost an arm and a leg. There are very...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-note-taking-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-note-taking-app/AdviceThu, 19 Dec 2024 07:39:16 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2022, there were over 115,576 schools and nearly 4,000 post-secondary institutions in the United States. From elementary schools to universities, there are so many places where students of any age can go to get an education. For many of these institutions, soliciting student feedback has been...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-feedback/IndustriesThu, 19 Dec 2024 07:37:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Gathering opinions, observations, and information from a target audience is a great way to learn more about them and how they think. Businesses need to know customer sentiments. Teachers need to see whether students are engaged. Political parties need information on how and why the public might vot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-are-online-surveys/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-are-online-surveys/AdviceThu, 19 Dec 2024 07:35:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Collaboration is fundamental to a successful business. When teams come together and combine their knowledge and experience, they can create innovative products, solve thorny customer problems, and achieve big things. For small companies, collaboration usually occurs naturally and is fairly strai...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaboration-systems/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaboration-systems/AdviceThu, 19 Dec 2024 07:33:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Communicate individual and team goals to everyone. Have an open-door policy. Offer coaching and mentorship. Use team-building exercises. Create a culture of collaboration. Recognize skills that require development. Provide support with the right tools. Working as part of a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-are-examples-of-effective-team-dynamics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-are-examples-of-effective-team-dynamics/AdviceThu, 19 Dec 2024 07:26:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Teams offers a digital education solution that can help schools encourage collaboration and learning. With a range of helpful features including virtual classroom support, digital learning coaches, videoconferencing, and messaging Teams offers a comprehensive platform tailored to the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-microsoft-teams-for-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-microsoft-teams-for-education/AdviceThu, 19 Dec 2024 07:24:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Teams is a powerful tool for collaboration and communication, with team channels and individual and group chats. Sometimes, though, you might want to clean up your chat history to keep your Teams interface clean and organized or to remove irrelevant information or mistaken communications....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-delete-a-chat-in-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-delete-a-chat-in-teams/AdviceThu, 19 Dec 2024 07:20:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Blended learning is a hybrid approach to teaching that combines face-to-face instruction with technology-assisted learning. This hybrid learning method has been around for a while, whether it involves students accessing tablets in the classroom or using a computer to complete an assignment at home....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-blended-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-blended-learning/IndustriesThu, 19 Dec 2024 07:16:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Understanding what customer sentiment is and how to track it is essential for the health of your business and your bottom line. When you focus on improving your customer sentiment score, you can achieve significant results, such as greater customer satisfaction, increased customer loyalty and re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-customer-sentiment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-customer-sentiment/IndustriesThu, 19 Dec 2024 07:00:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Running a business or leading an organization means understanding what your customers need and expect from you. You likely have a pretty good handle on that already but to truly understand your market or demographic, you need to dive deeper and get feedback directly from the source. Surveys are...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-email-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-email-examples/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 14:57:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Technology smartphones, cloud services, 3D printing has undoubtedly made an impact on our lives. We could see driverless cars on the road in the near future, and even space tourism is within our reach as civilian billionaires leave Earth and launch into the cosmos. Yet, even with all this tech...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-calendar-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-calendar-app/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 14:55:42 +0000<![CDATA[ HubSpot and Salesforce are well known across industries for their performance, functionality, and customization capabilities. Every day, these two software packages help businesses run projects, maintain and develop customer relationships, close deals, automate sales and marketing funnels, and esta...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hubspot-vs-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hubspot-vs-salesforce/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 14:52:25 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s hard to imagine any event that posed as grave a threat to both businesses and people as the COVID-19 pandemic. The quarantines and travel restrictions enacted to help prevent the spread of the deadly virus hit the travel industry especially hard. Thankfully, with travel restrictions now lif...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/travel-agency-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/travel-agency-management-software/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 14:50:04 +0000<![CDATA[ More than 150,000 companies worldwide use Salesforce, and many consider it an essential addition to their tech stacks. However, while Salesforce delivers a lot of benefits, there are some less pleasant Salesforce basics you’ll have to navigate, like its error messages. Salesforce error messages ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-error-messages/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-error-messages/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 14:45:51 +0000<![CDATA[ All hail the pub quiz! This fun and affordable form of entertainment is a staple of bars and pubs everywhere and a favorite of customers. What’s a pub quiz? Also known as trivia or a quiz night, a pub quiz is a lighthearted competition usually held in a bar, pub, or restaurant in which teams c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-a-pub-quiz/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-a-pub-quiz/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 14:42:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Since the pandemic, online shopping has skyrocketed in popularity. Consumers are buying practically everything digitally from basic necessities, to flat-screen TVs, to bulk-prepared ready meals. And all of this has left traditional forms of payment gathering dust. Even when buying products or s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-alipay-in-usa/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-alipay-in-usa/IndustriesWed, 18 Dec 2024 14:33:10 +0000<![CDATA[ As a project manager, keeping your team on track is your top priority. But organizing assignments, tracking deadlines, and managing tasks is a tall order. That’s why choosing the right project management software is an essential part of creating an effective project management process. Microsoft...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-project-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-project-management/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 14:27:18 +0000<![CDATA[ If you work in the nonprofit sector, you’ll know that every dollar matters and keeping proper track of that money matters even more. Traditional accounting tools can fall short when it comes to sector-specific oversight, reporting, and compliance. So protecting your finances with the help of sp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-accounting-software/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-accounting-software/NonprofitsWed, 18 Dec 2024 14:26:09 +0000<![CDATA[ When planning a marketing strategy, effective budgeting is essential. And one of the best returns on investment is through email marketing. For every $1 spent on email, marketers see average returns of $36, with 60% of consumers saying they make purchases through email marketing. So rather than ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailerlite-vs-mailchimp/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailerlite-vs-mailchimp/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 14:23:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Product Designer PitchPrint Jotform Allada T-shirt Designer for WooCommerce WooCommerce Dynamic Pricing and Discount Rules Zakeke Interactive Product Designer for WooCommerce Jetpack WooCommerce Product Filter Whether you specialize in creating niche band merch or design...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plugin-for-tshirt-designer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plugin-for-tshirt-designer/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 14:17:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Rooms full of filing cabinets and drawers of paper contracts are a thing of the past. The internet has made it a breeze to create, send, and sign contracts, saving time and money on contract management. It’s easier than ever to start reaping the benefits of this technology. Discover how to send ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/online-contract-signing/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/online-contract-signing/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 06:50:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Since its founding in 1999, Salesforce has become the default platform for running many business operations. With thousands of integrations, connections, and plug-ins, Salesforce can do just about anything, and the benefits of Salesforce are nearly endless. But even the best systems sometimes br...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-error-logs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-error-logs/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 06:41:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Let’s say you need to gather information about a large population, like the residents of a major city. It might be impractical not to mention expensive to survey every person in that population. That’s why researchers often select a smaller subset of the population, or sample, to represent the wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stratified-random-sampling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stratified-random-sampling/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 06:34:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Set project goals Gather project data Create a workflow diagram Get team member support Adopt the right software Have you ever been grocery shopping without a list? Despite going in with the best of intentions, you may forget certain necessities and instead overload on items that...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/project-management-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/project-management-workflow/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 06:28:55 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re considering a career as an online personal trainer, market growth statistics are on your side. The online fitness market is robust and growing, with a healthy compound annual growth rate of 26.72 percent expected from 2023 to 2030. Whether you’re already training clients in person and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-be-a-personal-trainer-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-be-a-personal-trainer-online/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 06:23:56 +0000<![CDATA[ The average person uses their mobile phone a lot. In fact, 70 percent of employees keep their cell phones within eyeshot while they’re at work and three quarters of Americans use their phones more often than other devices to check their email. As well as emailing on the go, employees also use t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/electronic-signature-on-phone/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/electronic-signature-on-phone/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 06:20:52 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re an aspiring personal trainer, you likely already know the importance of completing a certified personal trainer program and passing a certification exam. One of the best ways to practice and prepare for this exam is through a self-administered personal trainer quiz. Quizzes can help yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/personal-trainer-quiz/https://www.jotform.com/blog/personal-trainer-quiz/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 06:16:20 +0000<![CDATA[ A quality, easy-to-use website is essential to running a car rental business. It’s where customers go to request quotes, book vehicles, find out where to pick them up, and even add optional extras to make their experience with you better. Fortunately, there are many WordPress car rental plug-ins...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-car-rental-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-car-rental-plugin/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2024 06:07:50 +0000<![CDATA[ QR codes have made RSVPing to an event easier than ever. They give guests instant access to event details and registration forms, allowing them to sign up in a snap. While you can create a QR code for an Eventbrite registration page using a third-party solution, an advanced form builder like Jot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-for-eventbrite/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-for-eventbrite/AdviceTue, 17 Dec 2024 14:29:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Nitro PDF PDF24 Jotform Foxit PDF Editor DocHub PDF Expert pdfFiller Sejda PDF Editor PDF Architect PDF Studio There probably isn’t an internet user alive who hasn’t used Adobe technology in some form or another at some point. Even if you’ve never used Photoshop or...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adobe-acrobat-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adobe-acrobat-alternatives/AdviceTue, 17 Dec 2024 14:24:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Visme Canva Scanova QRStuff Blinq QRTiger Whether you’re promoting an event or launching an out-of-home advertising campaign, you can quickly and effectively convey a large amount of information to consumers with a QR code. There are two main types of QR codes stat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dynamic-qr-code-generators/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dynamic-qr-code-generators/AdviceTue, 17 Dec 2024 14:20:20 +0000<![CDATA[ You asked, and we answered. Jotform Apps now offers push notifications, making communication with your employees, customers, and communities easier than ever. Push notifications are a great way to extend your organization’s reach, and they don’t require SMS fees or email addresses. With push not...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-push-notifications-for-jotform-apps-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-push-notifications-for-jotform-apps-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 17 Dec 2024 13:08:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Insert a drawing of your signature Drag and drop an image of your signature Use Sign PDF with Jotform Sign Signing a document used to mean printing, signing, and scanning a hassle that’s more “paper age” than “digital age.” While the process has evolved with tools like Google Docs, ad...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-insert-signature-in-google-docs/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-insert-signature-in-google-docs/AdviceTue, 17 Dec 2024 11:55:00 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s nothing better than an efficient workflow that saves your organization time and money and helps you become more productive at least nothing work-related. 😏 When we reflect upon the past year, our products and features represent powerful (and very practical) upgrades that enable better w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-2024/https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-2024/ProductTue, 17 Dec 2024 11:22:00 +0000<![CDATA[ On the first Sunday of every month, Santa Barbara residents can look forward to shopping for colorful artisanal goods, handmade by women entrepreneurs of color. https://youtu.be/uKmbIKcy_lo That’s because Mujeres Makers Market, located in Santa Barbara, California, sets up a monthly pop-up ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-mujeres-makers-market/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-mujeres-makers-market/Customer StoriesTue, 17 Dec 2024 07:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The new year is nearly upon us. So that means it’s time to party, right? Not just yet. It’s always wise to assess the year that’s passed and prepare for the year to come before popping the champagne bottle. Year-end tasks don’t have to be difficult or stressful, though. Implementing a few tim...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/2025-planning-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/2025-planning-with-jotform/ProductTue, 17 Dec 2024 07:51:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Few art forms make as personal and lasting an impact as tattoos. For Ashley Roller of Ashley Roller Tattoo, her craft is a creative process that starts with another person’s dream. It’s brought to reality with Roller’s skill, forever adorning her clients’ skin. “Getting to take people’s inside d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-ashley-roller-tattoo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-ashley-roller-tattoo/Customer StoriesTue, 17 Dec 2024 07:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve had another eventful year here at Jotform! We hosted 23 live webinars lasting about 15 hours, and nearly 16,000 of you spent time participating in them with us. Didn’t make it to all 23 sessions? You can check out all of our webinar recordings on our YouTube channel at any time. Might we s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-webinars-2024/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-webinars-2024/ProductTue, 17 Dec 2024 07:45:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The past year brought exciting new product launches, platform updates, feature improvements, and more to Jotform Enterprise customers. As we reflect on 2024, we wanted to review the top enhancements that have expanded Jotform Enterprise’s capabilities this year and set you up for even greater achie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-platform-enhancements-2024/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-platform-enhancements-2024/EnterpriseTue, 17 Dec 2024 07:43:00 +0000<![CDATA[ How many laptops, desktops, and mobile phones does your company own? What’s the financial value of the plumbing and electrical work in your facility? When will you need to replace the heavy machinery in your factory? What’s the best price for a new building, and when’s the right time to buy it? The...]]>https://www.jotform.com/asset-management/https://www.jotform.com/asset-management/GuidesMon, 16 Dec 2024 14:39:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating a gym membership survey is a powerful way to gain insights into your members' needs and expectations. Whether you want to improve services, evaluate member satisfaction, or plan future offerings, the right questions can guide your efforts.  In this blog post, we’ll explore everythi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gym-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gym-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 13 Dec 2024 13:51:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Trello Asana monday.com Wrike Toggl RescueTime Slack Microsoft Teams Google Workspace Zoho Projects Dropbox Evernote OneNote BambooHR Gusto Managers have a lot of tasks and responsibilities competing for their attention, which can be overwhelming. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-managers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-managers/AdviceWed, 11 Dec 2024 14:06:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Square PayPal Stripe Mindbody Venmo for Business As a personal trainer, you know how important it is to keep your focus on your clients, not on wrestling with clunky payment systems. The best payment solutions are nearly invisible working seamlessly in the background and ensurin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-solutions-for-personal-trainer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-solutions-for-personal-trainer/Online PaymentWed, 11 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Centralize communication Integrate with your enterprise resource planning system Increase internal controls Managing invoices for goods and services is a basic workflow process handled by virtually every type of business. Whether you’re purchasing standard office supplies, paying fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/accounts-payable-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/accounts-payable-workflow/AdviceMon, 09 Dec 2024 13:23:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Quick Response (QR) codes are incredibly useful, particularly when it comes to customer engagement, digital signage, and e-commerce. They link to digestible information, like contact details or websites, that would otherwise be inaccessible or too long to fit on a sign.  But once you create...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/static-vs-dynamic-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/static-vs-dynamic-qr-code/AdviceFri, 06 Dec 2024 11:32:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Shopping Cart ThriveDesk ShopWP WP Shopify Wishlist Plus One Click Social Login Rebolt - Bundle Products Simple WordPress Post Feed Multi Vendor Marketplace Buy Button channel It’s one thing to have an online store. It’s quite another to have one with a bea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-in-for-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-in-for-shopify/AdviceFri, 06 Dec 2024 11:29:45 +0000<![CDATA[ IntakeQ Digital Intakes Jotform Smartsheet Typeform Every minute counts when you’re billing by the hour. So, how is your law firm managing daily systems, onboarding new clients, and organizing information to optimize billable hours? If your team is spending time on manual tasks l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/client-intake-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/client-intake-software/AdviceThu, 05 Dec 2024 06:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Wix Weebly Shopify WooCommerce Ecwid Need a simple shopping cart? A complete storefront solution for your existing website? Or maybe you’ve got a strong Instagram following and want to monetize with a new site? There are a lot of solutions and approaches out there. But finding th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-ecommerce-website-builder/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-ecommerce-website-builder/AdviceWed, 04 Dec 2024 14:28:28 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s such a pain to find out that a file you need to share or save exceeds the size limit of the platform you’re using. You might encounter this issue in Salesforce for actions like trying to add an attachment to a record. In this article, we’ll help you to prevent this issue by understanding the f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-file-size-limit/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-file-size-limit/AdviceWed, 04 Dec 2024 14:20:15 +0000<![CDATA[ In general, the goals of B2B and B2C marketing campaigns are the same both seek to identify and reach potential clients and convert them into customers. Many B2B marketing automation processes will parallel the processes in a B2C campaign. B2B marketing automation is the use of software and te...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-marketing-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-marketing-automation/AdviceWed, 04 Dec 2024 00:05:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Use Microsoft Word Use Adobe Acrobat Use Jotform Smart PDF Forms Use Dropbox Sign or Docusign Use Smallpdf Portable Document Format (PDF) files can be extremely useful when it comes to sharing information in its original format. You can’t edit these files without a specific progr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-pdf-editable/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-pdf-editable/AdviceTue, 03 Dec 2024 12:36:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Culture Amp Lattice Jotform 15Five Workleap Officevibe Reflektive SurveyMonkey Leapsome Qualtrics XM for Employee Experience Kudos Peakon Employee Voice Weekdone Trakstar Quantum Workplace Employee retention and satisfaction in the workplace are major c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-feedback-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-feedback-tools/AdviceMon, 02 Dec 2024 13:41:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the Wix editor Copy your website URL Use a QR code generator Customize your QR code (optional) Download the QR code When you want to share something with a friend like a website, address, or phone number they’ll likely ask you just to text them. People want things to be ea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-a-qr-code-for-wix-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-a-qr-code-for-wix-website/AdviceMon, 02 Dec 2024 13:30:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you a book lover, a literary fan, or someone who just enjoys a good challenge? Dive into this collection of 200 literature quiz questions that span genres, authors, famous works, and literary devices. These questions are perfect for trivia nights, classroom activities, or testing your knowledge...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/literature-quiz-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/literature-quiz-questions/AdviceFri, 29 Nov 2024 16:08:50 +0000<![CDATA[ In addition to being emotionally challenging, divorces can also be legally complicated, especially if there are children or many assets involved. One of the first steps in the process is filing a divorce petition. “A divorce petition is what officially kicks off the process of ending a marriage,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-a-divorce-petition/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-a-divorce-petition/AdviceFri, 29 Nov 2024 13:38:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Microsoft Teams. Either start a meeting or join an existing one. Click the Share screen on the meeting controls toolbar. Click on the screen you want to share. Screen sharing in Microsoft Teams is a powerful tool that enhances collaboration and communication, whether you’re pre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-share-screen-on-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-share-screen-on-teams/AdviceFri, 29 Nov 2024 13:31:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform loves a good success story. Take a look at our blog, and you’ll find plenty of Jotform users expressing admiration for our software. But we’re not the only ones who collect positive reviews from Jotform fans. Jotform is proud to announce we’re the winner of the TrustRadius 2025 Buyer’s C...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-wins-trustradius-buyers-choice-award/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-wins-trustradius-buyers-choice-award/ProductFri, 29 Nov 2024 13:27:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Looking to start engaging and fun conversations? "This or that" questions are a perfect choice. In this blog post, you’ll find the top 220 "This or that" questions, ranging from creative and quirky questions to challenging ones, suited for all occasions. How to play the "This or that" game? T...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/this-or-that-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/this-or-that-questions/AdviceThu, 28 Nov 2024 07:16:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Microsoft Teams and navigate to the chat. Compose your message. Click the + (More options) button. Select Schedule message. Choose the date and time. Confirm your selection by clicking on Continue. Then, click on the arrow icon (Send). The message will be sent at the cho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teams-schedule-message/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teams-schedule-message/AdviceWed, 27 Nov 2024 13:30:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever experienced the frustration of sending an invoice only to wait and then wait some more for payment? If your organization is slow to receive payment for invoices, or struggles itself to stay on top of incoming invoices, you might be searching for a solution. Making timely, accurat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/payment-automation/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/payment-automation/AdviceWed, 27 Nov 2024 13:27:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If there was a way for your insurance company to engage more frequently and meaningfully with your customers, would you seize the opportunity? There is a way, and it involves QR codes. Companies in nearly every industry are finding creative ways to take advantage of QR (quick-response) codes ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-insurance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-insurance/AdviceTue, 26 Nov 2024 12:44:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform ProfilePress AAWP wpDataTables Tourfic Themeisle Astra Brizy CheckView NitroPack OptinMonster Hostinger BlueHost Kinsta HostWP The holiday season is upon us, one of the busiest times of the year for shoppers, retailers, and delivery drivers. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-black-friday-deals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-black-friday-deals/AdviceMon, 25 Nov 2024 14:01:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Artificial intelligence technology is proliferating rapidly in business environments. AI agents are an increasingly used type of AI across industries. AI agents can make decisions on their own and act completely autonomously to achieve their goals. There are many different types of AI agen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/what-are-ai-agents/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/what-are-ai-agents/GuidesMon, 25 Nov 2024 13:14:24 +0000<![CDATA[ It's time to send out a form, but you've run into a dilemma: Two forms have the same name… and you're not sure which is correct. This common conundrum is easily avoidable when you take the time to rename your online forms. And renaming forms through a solution like Microsoft Forms is easy when y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-rename-a-form-in-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-rename-a-form-in-microsoft-forms/AdviceMon, 25 Nov 2024 10:38:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Gathering information and e-signatures for an important document? Using fillable PDF forms is the way to go. They’re quick, efficient, and reduce bottlenecks in the signing process. In fact, most businesses prefer them to traditional pen and paper. That said, they take a little getting used to i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-create-fillable-forms-in-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-create-fillable-forms-in-docusign/AdviceSat, 23 Nov 2024 11:15:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform IBM SPSS Statistics Plerdy Coupler.io Mockplus DronaHQ Appilix Snov.io Sender Mailmodo ControlHippo lemlist EngageBay Planly ProofHub It’s the last quarter of the year, the holidays are rapidly approaching, and maybe you’re thinking about sha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/black-friday-saas-deals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/black-friday-saas-deals/AdviceFri, 22 Nov 2024 13:31:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Prezi Video Miro Krisp Zoom Gusto eFileCabinet Did you know that 85 percent of managers believe teams with members working remotely is the way of the future? It’s not surprising given the rise of work-from-home roles in the job market, not to mention the mass t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-work-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-work-apps/AdviceFri, 22 Nov 2024 13:27:29 +0000<![CDATA[ A lot of time, effort, and money go into acquiring a new customer. It’s an expensive and time-consuming job from researching customer needs, likes, and dislikes to marketing to them through various mediums. And once a customer has purchased from you, you have to repeat the process to acquire an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/customer-retention/https://www.jotform.com/customer-retention/GuidesThu, 21 Nov 2024 10:51:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Calendly 2sync IFTTT Jotform Finicom Make Box Dropbox OneDrive Asana Jira CloudEagle Deepnote Tableau Slack Trello Zoom Figma Notion is a versatile software designed to help project managers improve productivity and enhance collaboration amo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-notion-integrations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-notion-integrations/AdviceWed, 20 Nov 2024 06:49:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Autonomous AI agents work independently, making decisions and completing tasks without human input. Key features include autonomy, adaptability, tool integration, and multi-sensory data processing. Industries use AI agents for automation, including healthcare, logistics, finance, and cu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/autonomous-ai-agents/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/autonomous-ai-agents/AdviceWed, 20 Nov 2024 06:29:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Enterprise, a leading provider of no-code forms and workflow automation, is now an approved vendor for public sector organizations in the UK, having obtained a G-Cloud 14 framework contract and a listing in the UK government’s Digital Marketplace. Jotform Enterprise is trusted by thousan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-is-approved-for-uk-government-use/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-is-approved-for-uk-government-use/EnterpriseTue, 19 Nov 2024 13:10:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Chatbots provide scripted responses to simple queries, mainly for customer support. AI assistants handle tasks, such as scheduling and retrieving information, using machine learning. Chatbots follow predefined paths, while AI assistants adapt and learn from interactions. AI assista...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-assistant-vs-chatbot/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-assistant-vs-chatbot/AdviceMon, 18 Nov 2024 14:39:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Open a new Google Form. Fill out the Title and Description. Type your matching question. Choose from Checkbox grid or Multiple choice grid. Type in the Row and Column options. Click More options. Select Limit to one response per column. Click Settings. Select Make this a q...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-matching-question-on-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-matching-question-on-google-forms/AdviceMon, 18 Nov 2024 13:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Since we launched Jotform Academy earlier this year, over 10,000 of you have checked out our video courses to enhance your Jotform knowledge. Collectively you’ve spent countless hours learning, shared well over 1,000 of your badges and certificates on social media, and provided thoughtful feedback ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-jotform-academy-course-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-jotform-academy-course-apps/ProductMon, 18 Nov 2024 09:55:00 +0000<![CDATA[ For travel company Root Adventures, exploring the world isn’t about checking off bucket list items. It’s about building community and creating meaningful experiences. Based in Denver, Colorado, Root Adventures crafts group trips that connect travelers with the natural world and promote personal ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-root-adventures/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-root-adventures/Customer StoriesMon, 18 Nov 2024 07:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Embracing technology and adopting innovative solutions can give organizations an edge in a competitive landscape. Deploying a custom app, for example, can help any organization streamline its processes and improve communication, collaboration, and productivity. Apps are also an excellent way to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-apps-can-be-your-secret-superpower/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-apps-can-be-your-secret-superpower/ProductMon, 18 Nov 2024 06:17:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The barrage of seemingly bad news and crises hitting us each day doom scrolling anyone? only reinforces the fact that the most important thing we can do is to help each other. And when we help someone through an act of kindness, both we and they feel better. That’s a big reason why GivingTuesd...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/make-the-most-of-givingtuesday-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/make-the-most-of-givingtuesday-with-jotform/IndustriesMon, 18 Nov 2024 06:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Ready to take your app to the next level? Jotform is proud to announce push notifications for Jotform Apps, a new way for you to immediately connect with users. Push notification capability was one of the most requested Jotform Apps features from our users, and for good reason. https://youtu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-push-notifications-for-jotform-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-push-notifications-for-jotform-apps/ProductMon, 18 Nov 2024 06:14:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to your SurveyMonkey account. Start a new survey from scratch, with a template, or by using AI. In the survey editor, go to the Design Survey tab. Add new questions to your survey. Hover over a question that you want to trigger a conditional flow. Select where you want to di...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveymonkey-conditional-logic/https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveymonkey-conditional-logic/AdviceSun, 17 Nov 2024 12:53:47 +0000<![CDATA[ In Slack, click on Automations, then select Apps. Search for the Zapier app and click on Add. On the Zapier integration page, click Add to Slack. Click Connect Slack. Click the App button and select Google Forms. Click the Trigger Event dropdown and choose your event. Connect yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-to-slack/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-to-slack/AdviceSun, 17 Nov 2024 10:27:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Microsoft Forms Add a title and description Create RSVP fields Add additional questions Preview and share your form Whether you’re organizing a business event or a big celebration, an RSVP form makes it easy to manage attendance and streamline planning. This article will ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-rsvp/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-rsvp/AdviceSat, 16 Nov 2024 13:02:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Many businesses rely on Microsoft Teams and Outlook to manage calendars, meetings, and team communication. The built-in integration between the two Microsoft tools keeps team members aligned and notified about important calls and information. But sometimes, technology doesn’t work the way it’s s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teams-calendar-not-syncing-with-outlook/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teams-calendar-not-syncing-with-outlook/AdviceFri, 15 Nov 2024 10:45:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Mobile apps have become an integral part of our lives. We use them to pay bills, shop, learn, communicate, and much more. This also holds true for healthcare. Patients expect to interact with healthcare organizations through mobile channels. However, navigating the complexities of app developmen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-app-development/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-app-development/IndustriesFri, 15 Nov 2024 10:39:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to Google Marketplace. Search for and install the Form to Notion plug-in. Create a Google Form. Select Form to Notion. Select Connect to Notion or Embed in Notion. Follow the prompts to complete your connection. When it comes to productivity software, few other tools have g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-to-notion/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-to-notion/AdviceThu, 14 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Has your organization recently switched to Microsoft 365? If you were already familiar with Google Forms, this may be a painful change, meaning that the forms you've spent hours creating are now unavailable in their original format. Whatever the reason for this switch, unfortunately there isn’t ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/convert-google-form-to-microsoft-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/convert-google-form-to-microsoft-form/AdviceThu, 14 Nov 2024 10:54:47 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve been looking for the ideal videoconferencing platform for your organization, you’ve likely discovered that there are a number of reliable videoconferencing tools to choose from. With so many options, including several that offer the same or similar features, it can be a challenge to decid...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-vs-webex/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-vs-webex/AdviceThu, 14 Nov 2024 07:42:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Past data review and analysis Demand forecasting Working with suppliers and vendors Employee participation Effective use of technology Strong marketing plan Whether you run a brick-and-mortar retail store, an e-commerce site, or both, you probably already have a good idea of h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/black-friday-inventory-checker/https://www.jotform.com/blog/black-friday-inventory-checker/AdviceWed, 13 Nov 2024 14:45:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Vagaro Jotform Mindbody My PT Hub Acuity Scheduling TrueCoach Picktime Setmore Appointy To maximize your productivity and profits as a personal trainer, you need to wisely manage your schedule. But that can be a challenge when you have to manage group classes, individ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/scheduling-apps-for-personal-trainers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/scheduling-apps-for-personal-trainers/AdviceWed, 13 Nov 2024 14:44:56 +0000<![CDATA[ As the saying goes, “You get what you pay for.” But when did you last ask yourself, “Am I getting what I paid for?” With the cost of so many things on the rise, we want to use our resources well, including the software we purchase to run our businesses. Learning the less-obvious features of Micr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-tips-and-tricks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-tips-and-tricks/AdviceTue, 12 Nov 2024 13:45:18 +0000<![CDATA[ AI assistants help with tasks like scheduling and answering questions but require human input. AI agents operate autonomously, learning from past interactions and making independent decisions. AI assistants focus on user interaction, while AI agents execute complex, goal-oriented tasks....]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-assistant-vs-agent/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/ai-assistant-vs-agent/AdviceMon, 11 Nov 2024 10:59:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Microsoft Forms. Create a new form or select an existing form. Click on Add new question. Select the Text button. Label this question “Time” or a title you prefer. Toggle on the Required option. Click outside the question box to finalize. If you use Microsoft Forms to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-time-field/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-time-field/AdviceSun, 10 Nov 2024 11:07:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Agentic AI enables autonomy by recognizing problems, remembering past interactions, and planning steps to complete tasks. Unlike generative AI, agentic AI takes initiative, optimizing workflows and executing tasks independently. There are four types of AI agents: generative information ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/agentic-ai/https://www.jotform.com/ai/agents/agentic-ai/AdviceFri, 08 Nov 2024 12:46:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Launched in November 2016 as part of the Microsoft 365 suite of software, Microsoft Teams is a communication and productivity tool used by millions. It helps you collaborate with others, share important information, and keep all your conversations organized. “Microsoft Teams is an all-in-one pla...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-microsoft-teams/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-microsoft-teams/GuidesFri, 08 Nov 2024 10:38:55 +0000<![CDATA[ AI is advancing rapidly, enabling autonomy but also posing risks like bias and misinformation. LLM guardrails ensure AI operates within ethical, legal, and operational boundaries. Guardrails include ethical (bias prevention), compliance (legal adherence), contextual (appropriate respons...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/llm-guardrails/https://www.jotform.com/ai/llm-guardrails/AdviceThu, 07 Nov 2024 11:16:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Exciting things are happening over here at Jotform! We’re excited to announce that G2 has named us the No.1 Online Form Builder in its 2024 Fall Report. At Jotform, one of our driving forces is to make form building and data collection easy for our customers, so industry accolades like this let ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-fall-2024-report/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-fall-2024-report/ProductThu, 07 Nov 2024 11:10:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Small inefficiencies in app navigation can add up, eating up valuable time and increasing irritation. Thankfully, keyboard shortcuts can make things a lot easier. Microsoft Teams, the powerful collaboration and meeting platform that’s part of the Microsoft 365 suite of business tools, offers many u...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teams-keyboard-shortcuts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teams-keyboard-shortcuts/AdviceWed, 06 Nov 2024 11:50:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Offer limited-time Black Friday deals Create an exclusive Black Friday product Consider offering flash sales and hourly deals Use a coupon spin wheel Sell mystery boxes Offer a Black Friday gift card special Run a Black Friday referral program Offer free shipping Reward yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-money-on-black-friday/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-money-on-black-friday/AdviceWed, 06 Nov 2024 11:44:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Onro Kosmo Track-POD Routific Onfleet Circuit GSMtasks Transporting medical supplies is an essential job. Hospitals need equipment, research facilities need specimens and samples, pharmacies need medications, and those are just a few examples. Ensuring the safe and quick tr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-courier-apps-for-drivers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-courier-apps-for-drivers/AdviceTue, 05 Nov 2024 13:49:59 +0000<![CDATA[ A few years ago, I was determined to start a meditation practice. I set a recurring morning reminder. I downloaded an app. But each time my calendar alert pinged at the designated time, I found myself silencing the alarm and resolving to do it later. I just couldn’t commit. Beginning an exercise...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-i-use-habit-stacking-to-build-better-habits-into-my-workday/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-i-use-habit-stacking-to-build-better-habits-into-my-workday/Latest ArticlesTue, 05 Nov 2024 11:08:05 +0000<![CDATA[ It goes without saying that providing a superior customer experience is good for business. What might be less obvious is how deeply connected the employee experience and customer experience are. When your employee experience is positive, it creates the conditions for a first-rate customer experienc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-experience-and-customer-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-experience-and-customer-experience/AdviceMon, 04 Nov 2024 12:53:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Click the Mic icon in the Teams meeting. Unmute by clicking on the icon again. Use a keyboard shortcut. Muting is now standard etiquette in virtual meetings, and Microsoft Teams meetings are no exception. Muting yourself keeps outside distractions from interrupting meetings, which i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-mute-microsoft-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-mute-microsoft-teams/AdviceMon, 04 Nov 2024 12:48:16 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that e-signature solutions help organizations of all sizes and industries run more efficiently. Being able to sign and share agreements and contracts in minutes from anywhere in the world streamlines processes, cuts costs, improves communication, and boosts productivity and profita...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/xodo-sign-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/xodo-sign-vs-docusign/AdviceSun, 03 Nov 2024 13:38:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Teams is one of the most popular internal communication platforms on the market. This digital solution offers a variety of helpful tools to help team members work together, stay connected, and support remote operations. But with so many options available for digital communication and c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-pros-and-cons/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-pros-and-cons/AdviceFri, 01 Nov 2024 11:55:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Wrike Jotform HubSpot Zoho Basecamp Asana Hootsuite Managing a campaign can be complicated, especially when it has lots of moving parts and deadlines.  The right campaign management tools can streamline workflows, enhance communication between your marketing and sal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/campaign-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/campaign-management-software/AdviceFri, 01 Nov 2024 11:14:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Use AI chatbots as virtual assistants Simplify complex concepts Get specific examples Summarize study materials Create quizzes AI tools have the potential to change how we approach learning. While much has been written about the ways AI can enable cheating, AI also has many poten...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-ai-for-studying/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-ai-for-studying/AdviceThu, 31 Oct 2024 11:43:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Shopify Wix Squarespace Weebly BigCommerce Square Online WooCommerce Easy Digital Downloads MemberPress Ecwid Big Cartel E-commerce can get complicated. You have to build and maintain an online store, manage customer orders, calculate costs, collect p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecommerce-solutions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecommerce-solutions/AdviceThu, 31 Oct 2024 11:38:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Data collection Booking management Customer feedback Payment collection Contactless check-in AI is revolutionizing numerous industries, and hospitality is no exception. The hospitality industry is an increasingly competitive environment, especially in the economy and mid-scale...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ai-in-hotel-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ai-in-hotel-management/AdviceWed, 30 Oct 2024 14:25:22 +0000<![CDATA[ eBay Jotform Apps Facebook Marketplace Poshmark OfferUp Mercari Craigslist Depop Chairish Vinted Reverb Are you looking to buy and sell items online? Perhaps you’re saving up for an upgrade, decluttering your home, or searching for a great deal on a premium item...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-apps-for-buying-and-selling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-apps-for-buying-and-selling/AdviceWed, 30 Oct 2024 14:21:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the meeting in Outlook. Remove the meeting link from the invite. Review your updated invite and save it. Allow the invite to refresh. Imagine this: Your video meeting started 15 minutes ago, and you’re still waiting for someone to join. They have the invite, but they’re textin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-remove-teams-meeting-from-outlook-invite/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-remove-teams-meeting-from-outlook-invite/AdviceWed, 30 Oct 2024 14:13:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Open your desired Teams channel Add the Forms app to a channel as a tab Create your survey Preview your survey Send the survey Surveys are a powerful tool for gathering feedback, making decisions, and gauging opinions within your team. Microsoft Teams is a widely used collaborati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-survey-in-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-survey-in-teams/AdviceFri, 25 Oct 2024 11:21:51 +0000<![CDATA[ GoFundMe Jotform Apps Kickstarter Indiegogo Fundly Charity Navigator Patreon Facebook Fundraisers Givebutter When someone needs financial support, they may turn to fundraising. Whether you need support for unexpected medical expenses, community projects, or bringing a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/fundraising-apps-for-individuals/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/fundraising-apps-for-individuals/IndustriesFri, 25 Oct 2024 10:22:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Custom invoices and quotes Progress invoicing for larger projects Income tracking Mobile invoice creation Expense tracking and categorization Photo receipts Management of recurring bills Easy-to-create reports Secure data storage Data syncing across devices Automatic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-quickbooks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-quickbooks/AdviceThu, 24 Oct 2024 15:36:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Log into Microsoft Teams. Choose the Calendar tab. Select New meeting. Fill in the details of the meeting. Click Send. With millions of meetings occurring every day, one thing organizations can’t do without is a reliable meeting scheduler. To address this need, many organizati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-microsoft-teams-meeting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-microsoft-teams-meeting/AdviceWed, 23 Oct 2024 19:40:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you struggling to stay organized at work? Are tasks falling through the cracks, causing you to miss deadlines and disappoint clients? It may be time to implement a workflow a sequential, step-by-step breakdown of project tasks from start to finish to get you back on track. By carefully man...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-marketing-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-marketing-workflow/AdviceWed, 23 Oct 2024 19:37:37 +0000<![CDATA[ We are thrilled to announce Workflows for Jotform Enterprise, our latest offering to help you streamline your tasks, processes, and payments. We have transformed Approvals into Jotform Workflows. Everything you love about Approvals is still here, with new features like integrations, payments, task ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-workflows-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-workflows-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 22 Oct 2024 12:37:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Planet Fitness entered the South African health club industry in 1995, founded by Manny Rivera, an American who married a South African citizen. Rivera saw how the industry worked in his adopted home and how it didn’t work and believed he could outperform his well-established competition. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/case-study-planet-fitness/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/case-study-planet-fitness/Customer StoriesTue, 22 Oct 2024 12:36:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform is the place to go when you want to create a crisp, clean form in a matter of minutes. But forms are almost always just a start. They’re one piece of an entire process you need to complete. They’re also just the start of what you can create in Jotform. For the rest of those processes,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/webinar-streamline-and-make-time-with-jotform-workflows/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/webinar-streamline-and-make-time-with-jotform-workflows/Latest ArticlesTue, 22 Oct 2024 12:26:30 +0000<![CDATA[ RAASM S.p.A. designs and manufactures fluid transfer equipment for myriad industries. It manufactures its products in a 220,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility in Italy and distributes them to more than 100 countries via 250 global distributors. Eric Dotson, manager of technical servic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-raasm-usa/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-raasm-usa/Customer StoriesTue, 22 Oct 2024 12:04:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Boo! 👻 Did we scare you? With Halloween just around the corner, it’s a great idea to look into how you can take advantage of spooky season for your organization or simply to have a gourd time! To set up a Halloween event, you’ll need something that can keep your information in order. While a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-halloween-spookier-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-halloween-spookier-with-jotform/AdviceTue, 22 Oct 2024 12:03:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Approvals has evolved…and is now Jotform Workflows. Don’t worry; Workflows still offers approvals. But as the name suggests, Workflows also includes new, more valuable features so you can automate entire processes. The result is a solution that fills the gap between traditional bus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/announcing-jotform-workflows/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/announcing-jotform-workflows/ProductTue, 22 Oct 2024 11:29:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Trello Slack Zoom Asana Salesforce monday.com GitHub Miro HubSpot Zoho CRM Zapier Adobe Creative Cloud ClickUp Wrike Microsoft Teams is more than just a chat app it’s a comprehensive hub for workplace collaboration, meetings, file sharing, t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-integration/Latest ArticlesMon, 21 Oct 2024 16:33:33 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s busy world, the number of responsibilities, projects, and tasks both at work and in our personal lives can be overwhelming. Doing what we can to stay organized is more important than ever. Whether you’re managing a team, running a small business, or just trying to keep your tasks in orde...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-organization/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-organization/AdviceMon, 21 Oct 2024 16:29:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Microsoft Forms. Click the Template gallery. Select a template. Click on the form’s title field to rename it. Customize your template’s design. Add new questions. Once you’re finished, click on Collect responses. Send your form. For a wide range of businesses, from ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-booking-form-in-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-booking-form-in-microsoft-forms/AdviceSun, 20 Oct 2024 10:34:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to the Microsoft Forms homepage. Click on the New Form button. Type in the title of your timesheet. Click on the Quick start with button, or lightning bolt icon. Click Add a new question. Click on the Style button. Click the Collect responses button. Share the timesheet. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-timesheet-in-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-timesheet-in-microsoft-forms/AdviceSat, 19 Oct 2024 14:39:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the TikTok app on your phone Go to your profile page and tap the three lines to access the Manage account section Switch your personal account to a TikTok business account Want to know how to add a link to your TikTok bio? You can make it happen if you have at least 1,000 follower...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-link-to-tiktok-bio/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-link-to-tiktok-bio/AdviceFri, 18 Oct 2024 16:20:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Data Interactive, a technology consulting firm specializing in business process automation, partners with Jotform Enterprise to provide clients with a comprehensive data-collection and automation solution. This collaboration has allowed Data Interactive to streamline its operations and offer enhanc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-data-interactive/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-data-interactive/Customer StoriesFri, 18 Oct 2024 11:22:23 +0000<![CDATA[ In your Teams calendar, select your meeting. Click Join. Toggle your camera on, and click Background filters. A background settings panel will open. Blur your background or select a new background image. Click Add new button to upload your own background image. Preview what your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-change-background-in-microsoft-teams-before-meeting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-change-background-in-microsoft-teams-before-meeting/Latest ArticlesFri, 18 Oct 2024 11:10:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Every year, more businesses are adopting conversational marketing tools and strategies to build relationships with customers, save customer service representatives time, and quickly meet questions and needs. A variety of software platforms have been introduced to fulfill these goals. Two of the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/drift-vs-hubspot/https://www.jotform.com/blog/drift-vs-hubspot/Latest ArticlesFri, 18 Oct 2024 10:54:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you wondering what the difference between Microsoft Teams and Skype is? Both are Microsoft-owned platforms that can support videoconferencing and online meetings and calls. When comparing Microsoft Teams vs Skype, the tool you choose will largely come down to the specific capabilities your b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-vs-skype/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-vs-skype/Latest ArticlesThu, 17 Oct 2024 08:10:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer satisfaction score (CSAT) Net Promoter Score® (NPS®) Customer effort score (CES) Customer churn rate (CCR)  Average resolution time (ART) Customer lifetime value (CLV) Measuring customer satisfaction key performance indicators (KPIs) in your business is imperativ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-satisfaction-kpi/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-satisfaction-kpi/IndustriesWed, 16 Oct 2024 11:47:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a group in Outlook Access the shared calendar in Outlook Add the shared calendar to Microsoft Teams Keeping everyone on a team in sync is difficult, especially in hybrid work environments. One way to overcome this is by sharing your calendar in Microsoft Teams. This transpare...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/shared-calendar-in-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/shared-calendar-in-teams/Latest ArticlesWed, 16 Oct 2024 11:39:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Just about every organization needs to gather data from target audiences. Businesses ask customers about what products and services they like most or how happy they are with the level of service provided. In education, school administrators ask students for course and teacher evaluations. In health...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/poll-vs-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/poll-vs-survey/Latest ArticlesTue, 15 Oct 2024 14:37:44 +0000<![CDATA[ If your company wants to attract and retain the best talent, it’s important to understand what employee experience and employee engagement mean and how they relate to one another. Positive employee experiences lead to highly engaged employees, who are in turn more likely to be productive team membe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-experience-vs-employee-engagement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-experience-vs-employee-engagement/Latest ArticlesMon, 14 Oct 2024 14:13:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Teams is one of the leading business collaboration platforms. Over 320 million people actively use it each month. It’s designed to foster team communication, whether over calls and video meetings or chat and text channels. If you’re considering adopting Teams for your organization, it’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-microsoft-teams-used-for/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-microsoft-teams-used-for/Latest ArticlesMon, 14 Oct 2024 14:06:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Staying productive can be challenging, especially with distractions lurking around every corner. Thankfully, productivity apps can help. These apps are designed to help nudge you out of distraction mode, bring clarity to your schedule, and set boundaries that help you focus. What is a productivi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-apps-for-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-apps-for-productivity/Latest ArticlesFri, 11 Oct 2024 14:33:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Click the Teams icon on the left. Select Join or create a new team. Select Create team. Name the team and provide a description if you’d like. Choose whether you want the team to be public or private. Add members. Select Add, then select Close. Microsoft Teams is a comprehe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-team-in-microsoft-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-team-in-microsoft-teams/AdviceFri, 11 Oct 2024 14:30:49 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re on the hunt for tools to level up your company’s customer service, your timing is good. Customer expectations are higher than ever and if you can meet them, you’re likely to net repeat sales from as many as 88 percent of your current customers. The need to excel in this area is clear,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hubspot-vs-intercom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hubspot-vs-intercom/AdviceThu, 10 Oct 2024 12:33:08 +0000<![CDATA[ RSVPs are essential for successful event planning, whether it’s a grand wedding or an intimate dinner party. Knowing who will attend helps hosts prepare adequately. Imagine planning a dinner for ten and ending up with twenty guests because half of them didn’t RSVP! The practice of RSVPing dates bac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/rsvp-meaning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/rsvp-meaning/AdviceThu, 10 Oct 2024 08:57:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Increase employee engagement Build a culture of recognition and reward success Create a seamless onboarding process Offer benefits and survey employees to find out if your current benefits package meets their needs Track employee wellness and mental health and help prevent burnout ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-retention-strategies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-retention-strategies/AdviceWed, 09 Oct 2024 10:32:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Create your workflow where you need multiple approvals. Configure the Task tab actions to display Yes and No. Navigate to the Form tab. Select No Form if this step won’t include a form. On the Recipients tab, add all of the contacts. On the Task Result Rule tab, select Consensus. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/nintex-multiple-approval-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/nintex-multiple-approval-workflow/AdviceWed, 09 Oct 2024 10:23:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Many organizations need to make the transition from inefficient paper forms to more efficient digital submissions, and Aish Detroit, a community-based nonprofit, was no different. The organization’s executive director, Simcha (Sam) Tolwin, has been a devotee of Salesforce since its early days. I...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-aish-detroit/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-aish-detroit/Customer StoriesTue, 08 Oct 2024 11:41:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Choosing the right video communication platform can be a challenge. With so many reliable videoconferencing tools available, how do you decide which one is best for your business? The ideal solution depends on several factors. First, consider how you’ll use the software, what your meeting capaci...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-vs-google-meet/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-vs-google-meet/AdviceTue, 08 Oct 2024 11:34:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Todoist Trello Slack Google Workspace Gusto Rippling Canva Hootsuite FreshBooks QuickBooks Wave Asana monday.com HubSpot Zoho CRM In today’s digital age, apps are a part of doing business, and there’s an app for just about every busin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-small-business/AdviceMon, 07 Oct 2024 14:28:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Open your Teams channel Choose the document library Access and manage files Add SharePoint pages to Teams (optional) Migrate content (optional) Working on a team project can be cumbersome if you’re shifting between Microsoft Teams and SharePoint to share files. In this post, we’l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-sharepoint-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-sharepoint-integration/AdviceMon, 07 Oct 2024 14:23:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Peter’s alarm went off at 6:30 a.m. He was already wide awake. He’d been staring at the ceiling for what felt like hours, his mouth dry and his stomach coiled with dread, watching his darkened room slowly fill with light. It was Wednesday. There was nothing about this particular day that was dif...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-freedom-is-the-biggest-perk-of-entrepreneurship/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-freedom-is-the-biggest-perk-of-entrepreneurship/BackstageMon, 07 Oct 2024 10:37:57 +0000<![CDATA[ For small businesses in search of the right accounting and bookkeeping software, it’s hard to go wrong with either Xero or QuickBooks at least for major tasks and processes. Both are popular platforms for individual entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small businesses. Both are cloud-based financial p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/xero-vs-quickbooks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/xero-vs-quickbooks/AdviceFri, 04 Oct 2024 11:23:29 +0000<![CDATA[ OneDrive OneNote Microsoft 365 Groups Microsoft Power Automate (formerly Flow) Microsoft SharePoint Online Microsoft Teams Microsoft To Do Microsoft Viva Engage (formerly Yammer) Does your company’s tech stack support collaboration? If you’re using Microsoft 365 or think...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-collaboration-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-collaboration-tools/AdviceFri, 04 Oct 2024 11:13:30 +0000<![CDATA[ In Salesforce, go to Salesforce Setup. Search for “Teams” and select Teams Integration. Provide the necessary access. In Microsoft Teams, go to the Admin Center. Add the Salesforce app. Sign into your Salesforce account from Teams. Microsoft Teams and Salesforce are two of the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-microsoft-teams-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-microsoft-teams-integration/AdviceThu, 03 Oct 2024 14:29:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Toggl Track Everhour Google Calendar Apple Calendar Sunsama Motion IFTTT (If This Then That) Shortcuts (Apple Shortcuts) Tiimo RoutineFlow Twos Yoodoo TimeTree Llama Life From the moment we wake up, we’re distracted by notifications. Pin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-time-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-time-management/AdviceWed, 02 Oct 2024 15:33:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Teams Calls for Slack Zapier Webhooks APIs In today’s digitally reliant workplace, most companies depend on multiple software platforms to manage team communication, tasks, and essential processes. It’s important for those different platforms to be able to communicate w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-slack-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-slack-integration/AdviceWed, 02 Oct 2024 15:25:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Focus on customer data privacy Artificial intelligence-powered tools Voice-driven experiences Video and voice call opportunities New applications for messaging tools Omnichannel experiences Conversational forms Conversational marketing is relatively new as far as marketing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversational-marketing-trends/https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversational-marketing-trends/AdviceTue, 01 Oct 2024 12:06:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Airtable Notion ClickUp Coda Trello Zapier Make (formerly Integromat) Microsoft Power Automate (formerly Flow) IFTTT In the 1970s, thought leaders predicted that evolving technology would lead to easier jobs and shorter workdays. Somehow, things have gon...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-automation-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-automation-software/AdviceMon, 30 Sep 2024 13:49:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Teams and navigate to the Calendar. Click the arrow beside the New Meeting button. Select Webinar. Add the webinar information in the Basic info section. Assign presenters in the Event group fields. Choose who can access the event in the Event Access section. Review the set...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teams-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teams-webinar/AdviceMon, 30 Sep 2024 13:45:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Website/app experience questions How easy or difficult was it to complete a specific task in our app? How would you rate your experience completing your recent purchase? Customer support questions How easy or difficult was it to contact live customer support? How quickly were you abl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-effort-score-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-effort-score-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 27 Sep 2024 11:30:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Government NEOGOV Caspio SimpliGov GovOS OpenGov Kintone Zoho Creator Airtable Quickbase Digital transformation is sweeping across all sectors, and the public sector is no exception. Digitizing and adapting government processes to today’s technology-driven ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/knack-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/knack-alternatives/IndustriesFri, 27 Sep 2024 11:26:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps ABC Trainerize My PT Hub PT Distinction TrueCoach FitSW Trainerfu Everfit SimplePractice Nudge Coach Personal trainers operate in a crowded marketplace. Standing apart can be the difference between your business thriving or fizzling out. One way traine...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-personal-trainers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-personal-trainers/AdviceWed, 25 Sep 2024 08:01:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Every business wants to provide unique benefits to customers as efficiently as possible. Nowadays, the ability to create custom tools that deliver those benefits is more readily available than ever. With interactive online app builders, organizations can create their own custom apps to empower thei...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-salesforce-omnistudio/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-salesforce-omnistudio/AdviceWed, 25 Sep 2024 07:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Teams is one of the most popular team collaboration and communication tools available. It’s a robust platform that allows for remote collaboration, calendar management, videoconferencing, and seamless integration with other Microsoft 365 products. Whether you’re coordinating a small te...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-pricing/AdviceTue, 24 Sep 2024 06:03:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Create standardized procedures Connect your systems Automate workflows A successful insurance company has a series of workflows that need to operate seamlessly for the company to deliver on its promises to customers. It doesn’t matter if you’re a broker, an agent, or a carrier, the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/insurance-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/insurance-workflow/AdviceMon, 23 Sep 2024 07:01:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Zoom for Google Workspace Copper CRM for Google Sheets Jotform Task, Project, Form and Rota Manager by Formatic G-Accon for Xero DocHub Kami AppSheet Yet Another Mail Merge for Gmail Zoho Invoice As the office begins to lose its sharply defined borders and workers ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-workspace-marketplace-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-workspace-marketplace-apps/AdviceFri, 20 Sep 2024 08:47:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with context. Use the right tools. Scale your efforts. Offer multichannel support. Provide real-time support. Stay ahead of conversational marketing trends. Customer service is essential to a business’s success. Poor customer service experiences can have a dramatically n...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversational-marketing-for-personalized-customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversational-marketing-for-personalized-customer-service/AdviceThu, 19 Sep 2024 07:01:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Install and activate the Jotform WordPress plug-in. Create your form in Jotform. Create a new post or page in WordPress. Add a Classic block in the WordPress editor. Select the Jotform logo from the Classic block editing toolbar. Select the form to use in the Select Form box. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversational-form-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversational-form-wordpress/AdviceWed, 18 Sep 2024 11:15:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Teams, a powerful messaging app, is a go-to tool for many businesses and organizations using the Microsoft suite of tools. With Microsoft Teams, staff can collaborate, hold real-time meetings, share files, and easily communicate. Features like group calling, synced calendars, apps, and mo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-breakout-rooms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-breakout-rooms/AdviceWed, 18 Sep 2024 11:09:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Despite the high-speed internet connections and Bloomberg terminals found on financial trading floors, the broader banking industry and retail banking in particular is incredibly labor intensive. Most interactions with the public take place in branches, employees approve loans manually, and there...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-in-banking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-in-banking/AdviceTue, 17 Sep 2024 07:15:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Contact your admin to update your access. If you are an admin, go to Permission Sets and click on the permission set. Click Object Settings, then click the object. Click the Edit button. Don’t forget to click Save. Getting an error message is never good, especially when the error...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-insufficient-privileges/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-insufficient-privileges/AdviceMon, 16 Sep 2024 13:29:57 +0000<![CDATA[ While videoconferencing was a relatively common feature of the workplace before the COVID-19 pandemic, organizations have since widely adopted it as hybrid and remote work has increased. Microsoft Teams and Zoom are two of the most well-known video conferencing options, each with a powerful set of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-vs-zoom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-vs-zoom/Latest ArticlesMon, 16 Sep 2024 13:26:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Click New step, then select the Start and wait for an approval action. Fill out the fields in the dialog box. To assign the approval action to multiple people, fill in the Assigned to field. Select who can approve it from the "Approval type" dropdown. Once complete, approval requests ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-automate-approval-workflow-multiple-approvers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-automate-approval-workflow-multiple-approvers/AdviceFri, 13 Sep 2024 10:28:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to the Object Manager tab. Select the object containing the lookup filters you want to check. Go to Fields & Relationships. Look for the field you’re having trouble with, and open the dropdown to edit it. Take a look at the filter criteria. Make any necessary changes. T...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-filter-validation-exception-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-filter-validation-exception-salesforce/AdviceFri, 13 Sep 2024 10:27:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Click the gear icon, then click Setup. Click Object Manager. Select the object for the record type. Click Record Types. Select the record type that contains the picklist. Click the Edit link. In the Default field, select None. Then click Save. Getting an error message is ne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-bad-value-for-restricted-picklist-field/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-bad-value-for-restricted-picklist-field/AdviceThu, 12 Sep 2024 15:55:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Conversational marketing is growing in popularity. It happens in real time, is personalized and scalable, and takes a multichannel approach. Conversational marketing can help you learn more about your target audience and create a customer feedback loop.  The main benefits of conversational...]]>https://www.jotform.com/conversational-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/conversational-marketing/GuidesWed, 11 Sep 2024 14:22:01 +0000<![CDATA[ More than one billion people worldwide live with impaired vision because they don’t have access to affordable glasses. This statistic didn’t sit right with Sarah Crowe, an ophthalmologist of 25 years, and founder of global vision care nonprofit OOXii. During a vision care service trip to the Sol...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-ooxii/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-ooxii/Customer StoriesTue, 10 Sep 2024 08:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform for Salesforce could be just the thing you need to streamline your data-collection processes and synchronize your workflows. But if you’re using Salesforce for the first time, it might be tough to know where to begin. To help you get started, we’ve compiled a list of helpful articles tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-synchronized-workflows-with-jotform-and-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-synchronized-workflows-with-jotform-and-salesforce/ProductTue, 10 Sep 2024 08:02:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform and Salesforce are both SaaS tools that help you get more done in less time. That’s one reason Jotform optimized its suite of products for the Salesforce AppExchange. Now users of Jotform and Salesforce can accomplish more than ever. There’s another similarity that can’t be overlooked e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-covermanager/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-covermanager/Customer StoriesTue, 10 Sep 2024 07:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Every year, the biggest names and industry leaders in tech gather in San Francisco to share innovations and shape the future at Dreamforce one of the world’s preeminent tech conferences. Jotform is thrilled to announce that we’re a proud participant and sponsor of Dreamforce 2024! Visit us at b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/come-see-us-at-dreamforce-2024/https://www.jotform.com/blog/come-see-us-at-dreamforce-2024/ProductTue, 10 Sep 2024 07:49:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Excited to see our new Jotform for Salesforce features in action? Check out the webinar recording below! Jotform and Jotform Enterprise users alike can take advantage of our new Salesforce integration features. In this session, we give an overview of each new feature, then provide a live demo sh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-for-salesforce-new-features-2024/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-for-salesforce-new-features-2024/ProductTue, 10 Sep 2024 07:47:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Foodlink is a regional nonprofit food bank in New York state and part of Feeding America, a network of 200 food banks across the United States. The organization distributes millions of pounds of food annually to food pantries and community meal programs, improving many thousands of people’s health ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-foodlink/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-foodlink/Customer StoriesTue, 10 Sep 2024 07:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Thousands of customers worldwide have used the Salesforce integration for Jotform to automate data intake processes and streamline workflows. Today, we’re taking the integration to the next level with the introduction of five new features for Salesforce + Jotform to help you save time and furthe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-features-for-salesforce-forms-2024/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-features-for-salesforce-forms-2024/ProductTue, 10 Sep 2024 06:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Government: best for governmental organizations that rely on forms for data collection and management Accela: best for states, counties, and large cities with a number of departments that need to coordinate with each other and share information AccessE11: best for municipalities tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-software/IndustriesMon, 09 Sep 2024 12:48:41 +0000<![CDATA[ What was your main reason for leaving? How satisfied were you with our service or product? Did any features not meet your expectations? Did our service or product help you meet your goals? How frequently did you use our service or product? Was cost a factor in your decision to leav...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-exit-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-exit-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 09 Sep 2024 12:13:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Government NEOGOV Caspio SimpliGov OpenGov Government files, data, and processes aren’t known for their simplicity. Many government organizations still rely on physical paperwork and manual, complex processes. A number of software platforms have attempted to tackle this p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/govos-competitors/https://www.jotform.com/blog/govos-competitors/IndustriesFri, 06 Sep 2024 11:44:35 +0000<![CDATA[ In the world of customer relationship management (CRM), Zendesk and Salesforce are two major contenders. Both platforms offer a wide range of features aimed at improving customer engagement, streamlining operations, and enhancing team collaboration. So which one should you choose? In this guide,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zendesk-vs-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zendesk-vs-salesforce/AdviceFri, 06 Sep 2024 11:40:35 +0000<![CDATA[ With the recent rise in remote work, companies are increasingly looking for the best tools to help scattered team members stay connected. Microsoft Teams has become one of the go-to tools for online communication in a digital workspace. One of the key features of Microsoft Teams is the chat func...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-chat-settings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-chat-settings/AdviceThu, 05 Sep 2024 13:28:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: best for organizations that use forms to communicate with customers Drift (now part of Salesloft): best for creating a seamless customer experience from marketing to sales to service Intercom: best for 24/7 AI-powered customer support LiveChat: best for integrating live chat wit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversational-marketing-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversational-marketing-tools/AdviceWed, 04 Sep 2024 14:02:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose a subscription form template or build your own form Customize your form with the drag-and-drop builder Install the Jotform plug-in for WordPress Embed the WordPress subscription form in your site Track submissions with Jotform Tables Integrate email tools for newsletters ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-subscription-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-subscription-form/AdviceWed, 04 Sep 2024 13:57:31 +0000<![CDATA[ What does it mean to “own” something? Merriam-Webster puts it like this: “Belonging to oneself or itself,” or “to have power or mastery over.” These definitions conjure a powerful image of control and responsibility  if you own a car, it’s yours to do with what you please, but it’s also yours to ca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-ownership-is-one-of-the-most-motivating-forces-there-is/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-ownership-is-one-of-the-most-motivating-forces-there-is/BackstageTue, 03 Sep 2024 12:43:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to the Home tab of the Salesforce Setup menu. Search for “Picklist” in the Quick Find box. Click on Picklist Value Sets. Click New. Add your label, description, and values. Click Save. To add a global value set to a picklist, go to the Object Manager tab. Select the object...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-global-picklist-in-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-global-picklist-in-salesforce/AdviceTue, 03 Sep 2024 11:46:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Did the job description and the information conveyed in the interviews align? Were the materials thorough and easy to understand? Did you receive clear information regarding your initial tasks and priorities? Did the instructional resources suit your learning style? How do you feel ne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-hire-onboarding-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-hire-onboarding-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 02 Sep 2024 11:16:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Make sure you successfully downloaded Object Clone from the AppExchange. Open your app from the App Launcher. Select the object you want to clone. Rename your duplicate object or keep the name the same in Object Clone. After making your selections, click Clone. Go to the Object Ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-clone-object/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-clone-object/AdviceMon, 02 Sep 2024 11:10:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Forms. Click Blank form to create a new form. Share the form. Check the number of responses in the Responses tab. To limit the responses, toggle off Accepting responses. Interactive step-by-step tutorial Google Forms is a helpful tool for gathering responses for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-limit-number-of-responses/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-limit-number-of-responses/AdviceMon, 02 Sep 2024 07:12:25 +0000<![CDATA[ In Microsoft Power Automate, click Create. Then, select Automated flow. Enter your flow name. Search for “forms” in the Choose your flow’s trigger field. Check the box next to When a new response is submitted. Click Create. Select the form you’d like to use. Click New step. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-an-automated-workflow-for-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-an-automated-workflow-for-microsoft-forms/AdviceSun, 01 Sep 2024 10:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Open your Google Form Enable response validation Choose the validation criteria Customize the error message Test your form Interactive step-by-step tutorial Companies that use marketing automation to nurture leads can see a staggering 451 percent increase in the number of qu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/response-validation-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/response-validation-google-forms/AdviceSun, 01 Sep 2024 08:45:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigate to the Setup page. In the Quick Find box, search for Roles and select it. Click Set Up Roles. Your new role will be located within the existing role hierarchy. Find the role above the new role, and click Add Role. Type in a label for the role. Select who the role repor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-roles/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-roles/AdviceFri, 30 Aug 2024 10:51:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Traditionally, organizations have generated leads by capturing website visitor data via contact forms, content download requests, and other website-related activities. However, the majority of website visitors as many as 96 percent according to one source aren’t ready to make a purchase. Usually,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversational-lead-generation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversational-lead-generation/AdviceThu, 29 Aug 2024 10:40:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Create your approval process and navigate to Approval Steps. Click New Approval Step to create Step 1. Choose Select Assigned Approver. Select Automatically assign to approver(s). The dropdown fields that appear in the box include options to select a specific user or a queue. Choo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-approval-process-multiple-approvers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-approval-process-multiple-approvers/AdviceThu, 29 Aug 2024 10:40:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform had quite the year in 2023. From empowering users with new integrations, features, and collaboration tools to publishing two informational e-books, we covered a lot of ground throughout the year. And according to our users, it definitely shows especially since we’re rated highly across mul...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-earns-400-plus-review-badges-2023/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-earns-400-plus-review-badges-2023/ProductThu, 29 Aug 2024 06:45:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Start by creating a custom text field in the object Create a flow that will update your custom text field Add an Update Records element to your flow Save your flow, give it a label, and activate it Don’t forget to update the new text field Being able to access the right data at t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-searchable-fields/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-searchable-fields/AdviceWed, 28 Aug 2024 12:40:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Qualtrics Sogolytics SurveyMonkey QuestionPro Alchemer, formerly known as SurveyGizmo, is an enterprise-grade survey tool that helps organizations gather data from their customers. Alchemer’s Survey product is focused on combining advanced features with ease of use. It...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/alchemer-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/alchemer-alternatives/AdviceWed, 28 Aug 2024 12:34:05 +0000<![CDATA[ The right software can play an integral role in the success of your business. With the right platform, you can streamline workflows, better store and access the data you need, facilitate collaboration across your teams, and create and review reports and analytics that help you make better-informed ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/servicenow-vs-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/servicenow-vs-salesforce/AdviceTue, 27 Aug 2024 10:24:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Customizable submission request forms Workflow automation Reporting Integration with other tools As businesses grow, so do their HR needs. When you have more employees, you have more paperwork, more questions, and more requests for assistance. Keeping track of everything can quic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-ticketing-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-ticketing-system/AdviceMon, 26 Aug 2024 10:48:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps CaringBridge Medisafe Medication Management DailyCaring Lotsa Helping Hands Eldercare Locator Pillboxie Caring Village Birdie YCare (eCare21) AARP Caregiving Caregivers play a vital role in society, yet they often don’t get enough support. In our in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-apps-for-caregivers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-apps-for-caregivers/AdviceMon, 26 Aug 2024 10:43:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to the Google Workspace Marketplace and search for “GPT for Google Forms.” Click the Install button. Open Google Forms and click Blank form. Click on the puzzle piece Add-ons button. Select the GPT add-on. Click the Open button. Upload a file from Google Drive or add a link t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/can-ai-make-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/can-ai-make-google-forms/AdviceSun, 25 Aug 2024 15:02:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Keyboard shortcuts Dashboard customization Enhanced search capabilities Workflow automation Install partner apps with AppExchange Salesforce has revolutionized the way businesses manage customer relationships. Its comprehensive suite of tools and features is designed to streamlin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-hacks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-hacks/AdviceFri, 23 Aug 2024 11:38:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Appy Pie BuildFire These days, Instacart is a household name. This popular grocery delivery app reaches more than 95 percent of U.S. households, has more than seven million monthly active customers, and has processed more than 900 million orders since it started in 2012. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/grocery-app-development-cost/https://www.jotform.com/blog/grocery-app-development-cost/AdviceFri, 23 Aug 2024 11:14:23 +0000<![CDATA[ With the advent of electronic signatures 20-plus years ago, document signing became quick, efficient, and secure. E-signatures added convenience and flexibility for a wide range of industries, from healthcare and financial services to education and beyond, and they delivered benefits such as cost a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/electronic-signature-audit-trail/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/electronic-signature-audit-trail/AdviceThu, 22 Aug 2024 15:05:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Kosmo DoorDash Uber Eats Instacart Grubhub Amazon Flex Shipt Roadie Curri In the gig economy, delivery apps have revolutionized what it means to run your own business. These apps connect drivers with customers who need someone to deliver all kinds of g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/delivery-app-for-drivers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/delivery-app-for-drivers/AdviceWed, 21 Aug 2024 14:31:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re in the process of launching a new app or are just in the brainstorming stages, you’ve probably done your research around how much it costs to develop an app. But that isn’t the only cost you need to be concerned with. While app development is a considerable up-front expense, app m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/app-maintenance-cost/https://www.jotform.com/blog/app-maintenance-cost/AdviceWed, 21 Aug 2024 14:27:46 +0000<![CDATA[ With our new Microsoft Teams integration for Jotform and Jotform Enterprise, you can automatically funnel submission data from your forms directly into your Teams environment, eliminating the need for manual data entry. In our webinar about this integration we show you how to Create Microsof...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-introducing-microsoft-teams-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-introducing-microsoft-teams-integration/EnterpriseTue, 20 Aug 2024 08:49:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform loves hearing from its users; no matter what you have to say about Jotform automation, we’re all ears. But of course, we tend to get excited about positive feedback. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that G2 has named Jotform No. 1 in the Online Form Builder category in its 2024 Summ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-summer-2024-report/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-summer-2024-report/ProductTue, 20 Aug 2024 08:49:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine that something urgent has come up at work and you need to handle it on your way to the office. You’ve got a latte in one hand and your mobile phone in the other. With only one hand to tackle this emergency, it can be challenging to do it effectively. At times like this, we’re thankf...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-for-microsoft-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-for-microsoft-teams/ProductTue, 20 Aug 2024 08:48:00 +0000<![CDATA[ With over 300 million users across one million different organizations, Microsoft Teams is one of the most popular business collaboration tools on the market today. Integrating natively with Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams unites instant messaging, email, scheduling, video conferencing, file mana...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise-for-microsoft-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise-for-microsoft-teams/EnterpriseTue, 20 Aug 2024 08:47:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Patients know they’re in good hands when they visit Highlands Sport and Spine, a clinic located in Denver, Colorado. At Highlands, clinicians focus on alleviating musculoskeletal pain and promoting injury rehabilitation through services like chiropractic care and acupuncture. https://youtu.be/T...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-highlands-sport-and-spine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-highlands-sport-and-spine/Customer StoriesTue, 20 Aug 2024 08:47:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re new to Jotform or want a refresher join us for one of our upcoming Jotform 101 sessions! A comprehensive overview of our platform, Jotform 101 is designed to give you the information you need to take advantage of everything Jotform has to offer. If you’re a brand-new user and not sur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotform-101-webinars/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotform-101-webinars/ProductTue, 20 Aug 2024 08:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever spent more time answering emails and discussing the thing you need to do, instead of actually doing the thing you need to do? When it came to scheduling interviews, overcommunication was quickly becoming an issue for Kaisercraft. Overcommunication leads to underproductivity ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/case-study-kaisercraft/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/case-study-kaisercraft/Customer StoriesTue, 20 Aug 2024 08:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you want to have more time for fundraising efforts? Do you wish you had fewer emails to write and could update reports auto-magically? We want that for you too. Join us to learn how to automate busywork so you can maximize your year-end giving efforts. We show you how to automate Campaig...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/webinar-how-to-maximize-fundraising/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/webinar-how-to-maximize-fundraising/EnterpriseTue, 20 Aug 2024 08:45:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Ready to choose a customer relationship management (CRM) platform that will help your business better manage customer relationships, streamline internal processes, and ultimately drive sales? Two CRM leaders you’ll quickly come across are Oracle and Salesforce. They offer similar functionality, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/oracle-vs-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/oracle-vs-salesforce/AdviceMon, 19 Aug 2024 12:59:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Formstack: Best for custom workflows Jotform: Best for intuitive form-building and extensive integrations Google Forms: Best for straightforward form creation with Google Workspace integration Wufoo: Best for accessible reporting features Typeform: Best for creating conversational for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dynamics-forms-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dynamics-forms-alternatives/AdviceFri, 16 Aug 2024 13:27:12 +0000<![CDATA[ NEOGOV Jotform Enterprise/Jotform Government Caspio SimpliGov GovOS Accela Salesforce Government Cloud OpenCities Running a government office requires software that is highly secure, adaptable, and functional. OpenGov is a popular solution for the niche requirements of g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/opengov-competitors/https://www.jotform.com/blog/opengov-competitors/IndustriesThu, 15 Aug 2024 08:07:46 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve conducted any kind of business through online channels in the last few years, whether you’ve accepted a job offer, signed a client contract, or confirmed receipt of products or services, you’ve probably had to submit an electronic signature. While e-signatures are frequently used, unde...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signature-waiver/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signature-waiver/AdviceWed, 14 Aug 2024 13:31:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps QuickBooks Online FreshBooks Xero Zoho Books Wave Sage Intacct Kashoo Pandle FreeAgent OneUp Keeping accurate financial records is key to understanding your business’s financial position and avoiding issues with your taxes. At its core, accounti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-accounting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-accounting/AdviceWed, 14 Aug 2024 13:10:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Today’s classroom looks a lot different from the one of just a few years ago.  Instead of textbooks and whiteboards, you’re more likely to see tablets and desktop computers, which have taken over as the primary learning tools. Something else you might not see: students!  Logging int...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-computing-in-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-computing-in-education/IndustriesTue, 13 Aug 2024 06:53:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Today’s business climate can be chaotic. Supply chains break, shipping options suddenly freeze due to accidents or weather, and even regular customers are happy to shift loyalties to save some money. With this type of uncertainty as the norm, companies and their leadership are eager to find tech...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/netsuite-vs-quickbooks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/netsuite-vs-quickbooks/AdviceMon, 12 Aug 2024 10:34:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Make and review flashcards Use class worksheets and problem sets Answer study guide questions Use other study aids Use the Feynman technique Many students often study for a test in the same way by rereading material, highlighting key passages, and reviewing notes. But research h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-quiz-yourself-for-a-test/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-quiz-yourself-for-a-test/AdviceMon, 12 Aug 2024 10:30:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Opinion poll Benchmark poll Entrance and exit polls Tracking poll Push poll Understanding the thoughts and opinions of a target audience is essential in any industry. From business to politics to education and beyond, organizations often rely on polls to learn what their audience...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-polls/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-polls/AdviceFri, 09 Aug 2024 08:52:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Slack Microsoft Teams Jotform Apps Zoom Google Workspace Asana Trello Basecamp monday.com Chanty Flock Ryver Twist Zoho Cliq Blink Employee communication fuels your business’s operations. It’s how your team runs processes, develops projects, shares k...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-communication-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-communication-apps/AdviceFri, 09 Aug 2024 08:32:24 +0000<![CDATA[ For business owners and freelancers, trying to choose the best accounting and bookkeeping software can be an overwhelming experience. Some come with daunting learning curves, while others are known for their intuitive design and layout. Some offer time tracking and clock-in features, while others d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshbooks-vs-quickbooks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshbooks-vs-quickbooks/AdviceThu, 08 Aug 2024 06:54:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Sortly Stockpile by Canvus Zoho Inventory Square for Retail inFlow Inventory Shopify Point of Sale QuickBooks Commerce Imagine running a business without knowing how much product you have available. Customers would be frustrated, theft would be easy, and cos...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-apps-for-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-apps-for-small-business/AdviceWed, 07 Aug 2024 06:42:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Only ask about sex and gender when it’s necessary for your research project  Let respondents know that you’ll keep their data confidential Let respondents know how you’ll protect their data  Use inclusive language and design  Ask about gender and sexual orientation sepa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-ask-gender-in-a-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-ask-gender-in-a-survey/AdviceWed, 07 Aug 2024 06:39:11 +0000<![CDATA[ In person By mail By fax Online Real estate, manufacturing, accounting, veterinary services whatever industry you operate in, you deal with contracts as you onboard new customers and partner with vendors. But how are these contracts usually signed? We walk through a few different m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-contracts-are-usually-signed/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-contracts-are-usually-signed/AdviceTue, 06 Aug 2024 07:06:15 +0000<![CDATA[ The Freedom Boat Club franchise revolutionized access to boats and oceanic recreation, offering dockside boat use service and training to its 90,000 members. Freedom Boat Club maintains more than 5,000 boats at over 400 locations worldwide, including 32 in Tampa, Florida, where Paul Cianci, directo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-freedom-boat-club/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-freedom-boat-club/Customer StoriesMon, 05 Aug 2024 15:49:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Expensify QuickBooks Online Zoho Expense SAP Concur Shoeboxed FreshBooks Tracking your business expenses and your profits is a key part of managing a successful business. Whether you’re starting your business from scratch or managing a successful business thr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-tracking-business-expenses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-tracking-business-expenses/AdviceMon, 05 Aug 2024 10:57:44 +0000<![CDATA[ QR codes in the tourism industry have made the travel experience easier and more convenient. Contactless check-ins, mobile payments, access to up-to-the minute travel information, interactive destination guides, special promotions on local attractions and events all this and more is available at y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-in-tourism-industry/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-in-tourism-industry/AdviceMon, 05 Aug 2024 10:48:28 +0000<![CDATA[ How likely are you to recommend our products/services? How satisfied are you with our products/services? How likely are you to continue using our products/services? How would you rate the quality of our products/services? What prompted you to buy our products/services? What part(s)...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-retention-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-retention-survey-questions/IndustriesFri, 02 Aug 2024 11:20:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Salesforce HubSpot TalentReef Zoho Recruit Recruiting candidates for open positions is no easy task: It requires looking for the perfect needle in a very large and unorganized haystack. Often, filling an open position takes as long as 42 days, a period of time when com...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-recruiting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-recruiting/AdviceFri, 02 Aug 2024 11:16:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you work in healthcare, real estate, nonprofits, or field service management, you can benefit from an e-signature solution. Being able to sign and share a document online helps streamline day-to-day operations, cut costs, save time, and boost productivity company-wide. But since so many ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/zoho-sign-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/zoho-sign-vs-docusign/AdviceThu, 01 Aug 2024 15:06:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Customers are the driving force behind a business’s success. That’s why finding the right method for gathering accurate feedback from them is so important effective feedback lets you anticipate and adjust to your target market’s wants and needs. This is where semantic differential scales come i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/semantic-differential-scale/https://www.jotform.com/blog/semantic-differential-scale/AdviceWed, 31 Jul 2024 12:58:02 +0000<![CDATA[ YNAB Jotform Apps PocketGuard Monarch Quicken Simplifi Goodbudget Honeydue It can be painful to check your bank account and realize that your spending has been out of control, you haven’t met your savings goals, or your debt hasn’t gotten any smaller. We all want to feel in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-apps-for-budgeting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-apps-for-budgeting/AdviceTue, 30 Jul 2024 11:15:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Number of FormsNumber of SubmissionsUse Cases446306,355Training department, human resources, flight operations, ground operations, safety and security, engineering, IT, and customer Service. Jazeera Airways is a leading low-cost carrier based in Kuwait. It is also the first non-government-ow...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-jazeera-airways/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-jazeera-airways/Customer StoriesTue, 30 Jul 2024 11:10:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify the issue Do your research Start writing your petition Gather support and collect signatures Engage with decision-makers Follow up with all stakeholders Whether you’re a student advocating for more extracurricular activities, a parent wanting your child to have health...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-petition-at-school/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-petition-at-school/IndustriesMon, 29 Jul 2024 14:25:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the Google Pay for Business app. Tap QR code. Ask your customer to scan the QR code. The customer can select their payment method and complete the transaction. Google Pay is one of the leading mobile payment services. It’s highly secure and easy to use. Google Pay can be used i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-pay-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-pay-qr-code/IndustriesMon, 29 Jul 2024 14:17:47 +0000<![CDATA[ QR codes have become ubiquitous since the technology was first invented in the 1990s. From auto manufacturing to air travel, restaurants to retail, Nike to Netflix, businesses use these information-packed little squares to enhance marketing, improve communication, provide quick access to informatio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-for-physical-therapists/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-for-physical-therapists/AdviceFri, 26 Jul 2024 11:11:53 +0000<![CDATA[ QuickBooks vs Quicken what’s the relationship between these two software programs? Are they built for the same purpose? Both platforms are tools for managing financial data, accounting, and bookkeeping, but are they really interchangeable with each other? Understanding the similarities and diff...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quicken-vs-quickbooks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quicken-vs-quickbooks/AdviceFri, 26 Jul 2024 11:04:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Set up your document Add the petition title and description Add the signature fields Customize the design Proofread and review Save the petition Distribute the petition Looking to initiate change in your organization, school, community, or somewhere else? One great way to s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-petition-form-on-microsoft-word/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-petition-form-on-microsoft-word/AdviceThu, 25 Jul 2024 14:21:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Sampling is a critical aspect of many kinds of research, especially when you’re working with large populations of people. It’s often too expensive to survey every member of a target group. Sampling allows you to select a subset of participants to represent the overall population. Cluster samplin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cluster-sampling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cluster-sampling/AdviceWed, 24 Jul 2024 13:01:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Credit Karma EveryDollar Expensify Goodbudget Honeydue PocketGuard Rocket Money Shoeboxed YNAB (You Need A Budget) If you’re trying to gain control of your spending and improve your financial health overall, there’s no better place to start than with the ri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-apps-for-tracking-spending/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-apps-for-tracking-spending/AdviceWed, 24 Jul 2024 12:56:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform is excited to announce that PDF Filler by Jotform is now available on the Google Workspace Marketplace. Users can transform PDF and Microsoft Word documents saved on Google Drive into shareable online forms that can be filled out from any device. The PDF Filler by Jotform converts docume...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pdf-filler-by-jotform-now-available-on-google-workspace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pdf-filler-by-jotform-now-available-on-google-workspace/ProductTue, 23 Jul 2024 08:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Educators, administrators, and lovers of learning: Watch our webinar to learn how to automate the routine tasks and processes that take time away from quality instruction. Pop quiz: What can you do to address learning gaps created by the pandemic, support social and emotional well-being, and pre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-automate-tasks-and-take-back-instructional-time/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-automate-tasks-and-take-back-instructional-time/EnterpriseTue, 23 Jul 2024 08:24:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Nestled just east of the Golden Gate Bridge lies the Port of Oakland. Spanning 20 miles of Bay Area coastline, the Port of Oakland operates one of the West Coast’s busiest seaports and the area’s third-largest airport, San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK). Some 11 million travel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-port-of-oakland/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-port-of-oakland/Customer StoriesTue, 23 Jul 2024 08:01:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Many government entities and educational institutions already use Jotform to help streamline their data collection and management needs. Jotform Government will offer customers a new level of security by implementing security controls and features required by StateRAMP. Discover the peace of mind t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-introducing-jotform-government/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-introducing-jotform-government/EnterpriseTue, 23 Jul 2024 07:36:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In the evolving digital landscape, government entities are adapting their processes to better serve and engage their communities online. Jotform Enterprise helps government agencies and government-funded educational institutions transform administrative processes by turning paper forms into automat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-government-entities-use-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-government-entities-use-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 23 Jul 2024 07:36:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Announcing Jotform Government, our latest offering for organizations that need powerful forms and automation as well as enhanced and independently audited security protocols to meet government standards. Jotform Government packs all the power, customizability, and flexibility of the Jotform Enterpr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-government/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-government/EnterpriseTue, 23 Jul 2024 07:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Sign in to your Jotform account and click the create form button. Give your form a title. Click the Add Form Element button and select fields. Drag and drop fields onto your form or click each element to add. Customize and design your form. Click the Publish button to share. Sel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/image-upload-form-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/image-upload-form-wordpress/AdviceMon, 22 Jul 2024 12:08:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Social media is a source of both connection and entertainment for around five billion users globally. By developing your own social media platform, you could create a new way for online audiences to interact with one another and find community. But how much does social media app development cost...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-app-development-cost/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-app-development-cost/AdviceMon, 22 Jul 2024 12:05:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to forms.office.com. Click Sign In if you have an account. Select the New Form option. Add a title for the new form. Click the + Add new button to add custom fields. Format the design and questions to your liking. Once you’ve built your form, click the Preview button. Then...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet-in-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet-in-microsoft-forms/AdviceSun, 21 Jul 2024 08:07:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to the Google Workspace Marketplace page for Form Ranger. Click the Install button. Open your Google Form and click on the puzzle piece button. Click on the Form Ranger option. Click Start to begin using Form Ranger. Find the question you’d like to populate with spreadsheet data...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-use-form-ranger-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-use-form-ranger-in-google-forms/AdviceSat, 20 Jul 2024 11:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Data protection and HIPAA compliance are critical to maintaining accountability and security in healthcare organizations. Healthcare audit trails, also known as audit logs, are helpful for keeping protected health information (PHI) safe and secure. Following HIPAA audit trail requirements and us...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-an-audit-trail-in-healthcare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-an-audit-trail-in-healthcare/IndustriesFri, 19 Jul 2024 12:05:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform SlicedInvoices Sprout Invoices GetPaid WooCommerce PDF Invoices and Packing Slips WP Simple Pay No matter what type of business you run, you likely need to send out invoices to your clients or partners. However, managing this time-consuming operational function isn’t a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-invoice-plug-ins/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-invoice-plug-ins/AdviceFri, 19 Jul 2024 12:02:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Time saved:Departments using Jotform Enterprise:Manual emails reduced:300+ hours every year 9: Building services, traffic, sustainability, procurement, event management, marketing, sales, exhibitor services, digital signage 94% (from 3,000 to 180 and falling) ExCeL London is an internationa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-excel-london/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-excel-london/Customer StoriesFri, 19 Jul 2024 11:57:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform FreshBooks GnuCash Kashoo NetSuite Quicken (Classic Business & Personal) Sage 50 Wave Accounting Xero Zoho Books If you’re looking for a way to manage your personal or business finances, chances are you’ve considered Intuit QuickBooks. However, it might...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quickbooks-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quickbooks-alternatives/AdviceThu, 18 Jul 2024 14:31:37 +0000<![CDATA[ For most businesses, the best way to engage with their customers is to go where they already are. Where are most consumers? According to recent studies, the average person spends over four hours and 37 minutes a day on their mobile phone. The conclusion you can draw from these facts: Businesses tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/progressive-web-app-development-cost/https://www.jotform.com/blog/progressive-web-app-development-cost/AdviceWed, 17 Jul 2024 14:27:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Focus@Will: best for personalized focus music Jotform Apps: best for creating your own personalized app to meet your needs Todoist: best for task list and project templates Forest: best for gamified focus sessions Habitica: best for gamified habit-building TickTick: best for task m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-apps-for-adhd/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-apps-for-adhd/AdviceWed, 17 Jul 2024 12:31:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Improperly disposing of PHI Accidentally sharing PHI via email or social media Sending emails containing PHI to the wrong address Sending physical mail to the wrong address Faxing sensitive patient information in error Losing control of unencrypted devices containing PHI Employe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/examples-of-unintentional-hipaa-violations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/examples-of-unintentional-hipaa-violations/IndustriesTue, 16 Jul 2024 13:43:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Getting takeout or ordering delivery is now more popular than dining inside a restaurant according to a 2023 survey. A 2022 survey found that for a third of restaurants, digital channels drive 50 percent or more of total sales. Restaurants could miss out on significant profits if they don’t tap int...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/food-delivery-app-development-cost/https://www.jotform.com/blog/food-delivery-app-development-cost/AdviceMon, 15 Jul 2024 13:39:36 +0000<![CDATA[ TimeClock Plus UKG Ready QuickBooks Time Clockify When I Work Deputy 7shifts Hubstaff TimeStation Jotform Apps Accurate time tracking is crucial to keeping both you and your employees happy. They expect timely payment for the hours they’ve worked, and you expect th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clock-in-apps-for-employees/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clock-in-apps-for-employees/AdviceFri, 12 Jul 2024 11:19:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Research your topic Create a targeted message for your audience Include a statement of purpose Create a clear call to action Use clear, concise language Use active voice Include relevant statistics and facts Edit your letter Direct your demands to the right people Gathe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-petition-letter/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-petition-letter/AdviceFri, 12 Jul 2024 06:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Typeform Wufoo If you’ve created online forms to collect job applications, newsletter signups, patient check-in data, or other data, then you may have used FormAssembly. Major organizations like Amazon, Dell, CVS Health, and Southwest Airlines use the platform, but FormAssembly...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/formassembly-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/formassembly-alternatives/AdviceThu, 11 Jul 2024 11:12:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Digital tools can help keep your nonprofit organization relevant in an ever-changing world. While face-to-face networking can still be an important method for generating support, people are depending on online resources more than ever to interact with organizations. QR codes can make it easier f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/qr-codes-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/qr-codes-for-nonprofits/IndustriesWed, 10 Jul 2024 13:52:43 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve stepped foot in a clinic, doctor’s office, or hospital in the past few years, you’ve probably encountered a self-service kiosk to take care of anything from checking in for an appointment to updating patient information or paying your copay. Self-service kiosks in healthcare settings h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pros-and-cons-of-self-service-kiosks-in-healthcare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pros-and-cons-of-self-service-kiosks-in-healthcare/IndustriesWed, 10 Jul 2024 13:28:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Docs is a powerful tool for collaboration, and it now includes a built-in feature to request electronic signatures directly from documents. This feature allows you to handle all document signing needs within Google Workspace. Using Google Docs’ built-in signature tool Google Docs’ buil...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/request-signature-google-docs/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/request-signature-google-docs/AdviceMon, 08 Jul 2024 13:26:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Today, smartphones are ubiquitous devices that help us complete all manner of daily tasks. From staying informed to managing money to booking restaurant reservations, there’s an app for everything. In 2022, there were more than 142.6 billion app downloads worldwide. Forty-nine percent of people ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ios-app-development-cost/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ios-app-development-cost/AdviceMon, 08 Jul 2024 11:46:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Keeping customers happy is a goal of every business, regardless of its industry or size. To achieve this goal, it’s important to know what your customers think of your products and services, what they value most, and what they’re willing to pay, among other things. How can you learn this informatio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 05 Jul 2024 12:02:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Every business requires leads: people who fit the demographic, psychographic, and behavioral qualities of the company’s ideal customer and show interest in purchasing its product or service. Once a company has leads, it can nurture them through various marketing and sales activities with the hope t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-generation-surveys/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-generation-surveys/AdviceThu, 04 Jul 2024 12:21:09 +0000<![CDATA[ With the right tools, every church has the potential to grow. In 2024, one of those tools is almost certainly an app. A useful, well-designed app can extend your reach and help develop the kind of warm, welcoming community you continuously strive to create. It can also help you, as a church lead...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-app-development-cost/https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-app-development-cost/AdviceWed, 03 Jul 2024 13:41:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Gusto QuickBooks Payroll RUN powered by ADP Paychex Flex OnPay Patriot Payroll Wave Payroll TriNet Managing payroll is a crucial aspect of running a small business, but it involves more than just calculating wages. Accurately tracking hours, managing tax deductions, and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/payroll-apps-for-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/payroll-apps-for-small-business/AdviceWed, 03 Jul 2024 13:37:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Back in his Y Combinator days, Sam Altman wrote a blog post about what he called “the post YC slump.” At the end of the accelerator’s three-month program, Altman estimated that around 25% of the participating startups would be on the trajectory to build a multi-billion dollar company. But only a fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-and-maintain-momentum-like-your-business-depends-on-it/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-and-maintain-momentum-like-your-business-depends-on-it/BackstageWed, 03 Jul 2024 10:21:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a PDF form using a Jotform template. Once the form is complete, click on the Publish tab. Click Quick Share. In the Share Form section, click the QR code icon. Click Download to get an auto-generated QR code. Download the code image. Businesses commonly use fillable PDF...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-for-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-for-pdf/AdviceTue, 02 Jul 2024 11:36:08 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 definitely made history, disrupting not only daily life, but the healthcare technology market, too. Suddenly the global population faced a highly contagious disease and the fallout that followed it. Every facet of mobile healthcare, including fitness, nutrition, me...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-app-development-cost/https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-app-development-cost/IndustriesMon, 01 Jul 2024 12:36:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Forms and click on the form with responses. Click on the Responses tab. Click Link to Sheets to connect your form to a Google Sheets spreadsheet. Select the Create a new spreadsheet option. Enter your spreadsheet name, and click Create. Edit your responses. Interac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-edit-responses-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-edit-responses-in-google-forms/AdviceFri, 28 Jun 2024 12:56:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Todoist Jotform TickTick Microsoft To Do OmniFocus Things 3 Google Tasks Notion Trello Apple Reminders To-do lists are a staple in every productive person’s routine. They help you keep track of the tasks you need to complete in a given time frame and help you compl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-to-do-list/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-to-do-list/AdviceThu, 27 Jun 2024 13:23:05 +0000<![CDATA[ According to a recent survey, employees spend 58 percent of their day communicating about work, searching for information, and chasing down status updates which can make it tough to get everything done. Automation can free up your schedule by cutting down on the time you spend generating reports, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-automate-with-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-automate-with-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseThu, 27 Jun 2024 07:55:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you ready to say goodbye to paperwork once and for all? With Jotform Enterprise, you can convert your existing paperwork into a streamlined online experience with Jotform Smart PDF Forms. In the third installment of our four-part Jotform Enterprise Starter Series, you’ll discover the endless...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ditch-the-paper-and-digitize-pdfs-with-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ditch-the-paper-and-digitize-pdfs-with-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseThu, 27 Jun 2024 07:55:22 +0000<![CDATA[ At Jotform Enterprise, our mission is to help teams work smarter, not harder. The advanced automation features in our forms boost completion rates and improve the quality of your data. This saves you time and effort, whether you’re gathering submissions from customers or streamlining your internal ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-smarter-faster-forms-with-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-smarter-faster-forms-with-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseThu, 27 Jun 2024 07:55:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Congratulations! We’re so excited you’ve taken the first step toward streamlining data collection by joining Jotform Enterprise. You’ve got your login, but you may be wondering exactly what Jotform Enterprise offers and how to get started with the platform. Jotform Enterprise provides a comprehe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/welcome-to-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/welcome-to-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseThu, 27 Jun 2024 07:54:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Email marketing is still one of the most effective ways to engage with your audience, drive conversions, and build lasting relationships. However, with the increasing competition in everyone’s inboxes, standing out requires more than generic emails. Featuring insights and tools from email market...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-supercharge-your-email-marketing-strategy-with-ai-and-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-supercharge-your-email-marketing-strategy-with-ai-and-automation/AdviceWed, 26 Jun 2024 15:22:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys are meant to help organizations gather relevant, accurate data so they can make informed business decisions. To get that data, though, you have to ask the right questions. That means avoiding leading questions that influence respondents to answer a certain way. Leading questions skew sur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/leading-questions-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/leading-questions-examples/AdviceWed, 26 Jun 2024 14:20:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you struggling to find the right survey topics for your next project? Look no further! This comprehensive guide provides a variety of ideas tailored for business, academic, and social research, helping you gather the insights you need to make informed decisions. Survey research is frequently...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-topics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-topics/AdviceWed, 26 Jun 2024 13:59:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting payments for your organization just got easier…and cheaper. We’re thrilled to announce Square ACH and Afterpay/Clearpay for Jotform Enterprise two new ways to collect payments at scale. Say hello to low fees, high-grade security, and buy now, pay later (BNPL) options. What is Squa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-square-ach-and-afterpay-clearpay-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-square-ach-and-afterpay-clearpay-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 25 Jun 2024 13:40:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Career Path Services is a nonprofit organization in Washington state focused on empowering individuals to access employment opportunities, achieve financial stability, and secure economic prosperity. Program analyst Christina Shaffer and business intelligence analyst and IT manager Jasmine Smith (c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-career-path-services/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-career-path-services/Customer StoriesTue, 25 Jun 2024 13:39:37 +0000<![CDATA[ When Daniel Mateo has a problem to solve, his first thought is, “Can I do this in Jotform?” As the assistant superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Mateo oversees Innovation and School Choice for the third largest school district in the United States. After he discovered Jotform Ent...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-miami-dade-county-public-schools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-miami-dade-county-public-schools/Customer StoriesTue, 25 Jun 2024 13:37:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: best for automatically adding new company leads, contacts, and accounts to Salesforce FormAssembly: best for organizations that want to customize forms with code Conga: best for accessing multiple products across the software suite Docusign: best for organizations that need to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-titan-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-titan-alternatives/AdviceMon, 24 Jun 2024 13:41:29 +0000<![CDATA[ If you collect payments through your forms, there’s one method your organization may be overlooking: It’s called ACH. As a consumer and/or business owner, you’re likely already familiar with ACH payments, though you might not recognize the acronym, which stands for Automated Clearing House, a U....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-ach-payments-through-square/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-ach-payments-through-square/IndustriesMon, 24 Jun 2024 07:35:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Buying now and paying later isn’t new, from lines of credit in the Bronze Age to credit cards today. But since credit cards appeared in the 1950s, the buy now, pay later business model has remained relatively unchanged. For many, that formula no longer works, especially as credit card interest r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-clearpay-payments-through-square/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-clearpay-payments-through-square/ProductMon, 24 Jun 2024 07:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Watch our webinar to get practical, actionable tips for automating your professional services business. From streamlining client intake and scheduling to enhancing team communication and data security, one platform can empower you to Automate routine emails and reporting Automate workfl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-automate-your-professional-services-operations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-automate-your-professional-services-operations/EnterpriseMon, 24 Jun 2024 07:15:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Want to create an order form or donation app but not quite sure how to get started? Looking for clarity on how to choose a payment gateway and add it to your form? Wondering how to account for taxes, shipping charges, and discounts? Check out “How to collect payments with Jotform,” where we answ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-how-to-collect-payments-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-how-to-collect-payments-with-jotform/ProductMon, 24 Jun 2024 05:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Buying now and paying later isn’t new, from lines of credit in the Bronze Age to credit cards today. But since credit cards appeared in the 1950s, the buy now, pay later business model has remained relatively unchanged. For many, that formula no longer makes sense, especially as credit card inte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-afterpay-payments-through-square/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-afterpay-payments-through-square/ProductSun, 23 Jun 2024 11:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ At Jotform, we work tirelessly to create the best products possible to help our users. This year, our hard work has clearly paid off we’ve won Top Rated Awards in 32 different categories on TrustRadius. This widely used B2B technology review platform hands out annual awards to companies that ha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-earns-2024-top-rated-awards-from-trustradius/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-earns-2024-top-rated-awards-from-trustradius/ProductSun, 23 Jun 2024 11:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The great outdoors only gets better when you have great company, and the nonprofit Women’s Wilderness strives to make that a reality for countless girls, women, and nonbinary individuals. Located in Boulder, Colorado, Women’s Wilderness has offered programs that combine outdoor activities like c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/case-study-womens-wilderness/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/case-study-womens-wilderness/Customer StoriesSun, 23 Jun 2024 11:08:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Open an existing form or create a new one. Click on the plus icon and select Multiple choice option. Fill out your multiple-choice question. In the Add option or add “Other” bullet, click the linked add “Other” text. Click the Add section button in the toolbar. Fill in the new sect...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-multiple-choice-with-comment/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-multiple-choice-with-comment/AdviceSat, 22 Jun 2024 05:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Purchase orders Vendor management Invoice approval Contract approvals Inventory management If you’re still manually completing business processes like purchase orders, invoice approvals, and contract approvals, then your business is missing out on valuable automation opportunitie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-automation/AdviceFri, 21 Jun 2024 08:51:16 +0000<![CDATA[ How does work actually get done in your organization? Maybe each team member can refer to clearly documented steps to accomplish their major objectives, or maybe your staff get daily emails that outline tasks to complete. Or perhaps everyone just shows up to work with a general idea of what need...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/what-is-workflow-management/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/what-is-workflow-management/AdviceThu, 20 Jun 2024 12:25:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine getting to your hotel after a long day of travel. You’re tired, but there’s a long line at the hotel check-in desk that puts your room out of reach for more than 15 minutes. Or worse, maybe you arrive after hours, and the clerk isn’t even at the desk. Both of these scenarios are likely to l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactless-check-in/https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactless-check-in/AdviceWed, 19 Jun 2024 13:12:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Automating a workflow can save you valuable time, removing some of the more repetitive tasks from your to-do list and making sure items don’t fall through the cracks. Technology like workflow automation platforms can make it easier to set up automated workflows, but sometimes you need coding knowle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-code-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-code-workflow/AdviceWed, 19 Jun 2024 13:11:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Answer refund requests promptly Keep it professional Explain your decision and offer an alternative Simplify the request process When you’re selling products and services, having to handle customer refund requests comes with the territory. Some people might ask for a refund politely...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-do-you-deal-with-a-customer-asking-for-refund/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-do-you-deal-with-a-customer-asking-for-refund/AdviceTue, 18 Jun 2024 13:11:05 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re looking for a form builder to create surveys, questionnaires, quizzes, and polls, then you’ve likely considered using Google Forms. There are plenty of reasons why users flock to this form builder but that doesn’t mean it’s going to be right for everyone. In this article, we break dow...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/pros-and-cons-of-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/pros-and-cons-of-google-forms/AdviceTue, 18 Jun 2024 07:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Asset Panda Maintenance Connection Limble CMMS UpKeep InvGate Assets Enterprise asset management (EAM) software helps organizations of all sizes buy, manage, and evaluate their physical assets, making it possible to keep tabs on everything from asset upkeep expenses to maintenanc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-asset-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-asset-management/AdviceMon, 17 Jun 2024 13:10:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Wrike Hive Microsoft Power BI Whatagraph Data reporting tools are yet another technological advancement developed to make the lives of business professionals easier. With the power of software tools like these, businesses can get detailed reports on their performance with...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/reporting-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/reporting-tools/AdviceMon, 17 Jun 2024 13:07:27 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever filled out an online form, you know that interruptions may prevent you from answering every question in one sitting. When making your own forms, allowing respondents to save their progress makes it easier for them to complete a form in their own time, which can help boost completion ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-microsoft-forms-save-progress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-microsoft-forms-save-progress/AdviceSun, 16 Jun 2024 06:57:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Open an existing form or create a new one from the homepage. In the form creator, select the plus icon in the toolbar. Change the type of question. Once you’ve added all your questions, share your form. View the responses by clicking the Responses button. Interactive step-by-step...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-feedback/AdviceSat, 15 Jun 2024 11:41:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Online education existed long before COVID-19, but the pandemic forced everyone to quickly adopt virtual classrooms and the technology has only improved since then. Because virtual classrooms deliver many benefits, they’ve become a more mainstream, established part of learning environments. Educat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-virtual-classroom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-virtual-classroom/IndustriesFri, 14 Jun 2024 12:21:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys are used in many organizations and educational institutions. While they’re often made for business purposes, such as measuring customer satisfaction or product usability, sometimes they’re simply done for entertainment’s sake or to learn more about friends and family members. Surveys can...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fun-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fun-survey/AdviceFri, 14 Jun 2024 06:18:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Pipedrive Agile CRM HubSpot Marketing Hub Privy Bitrix24 Sleeknote Prospective customers typically visit a business’s website before they make a buying decision. Some website visitors are looking for information on products and services, while others are lookin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-capture-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-capture-apps/AdviceThu, 13 Jun 2024 13:34:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to forms.office.com. Open the form you want to edit or create a new one. Add a new question by selecting the + Add New button. Select the More options dropdown. Change your question type to File upload. Enter a text prompt for respondents. Specify the number, size, and type o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-upload-file/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-upload-file/AdviceThu, 13 Jun 2024 11:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ By now you’ve probably seen, scanned, or skirted other articles on digital workflow automation. Everyone’s talking about what it is and how it can make your company more productive and efficient. But what does that really mean, and what practical steps would you take to get started? If you’re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-workflow-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-workflow-automation/AdviceWed, 12 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform PowerSchool Schoology Learning Blackboard Learn Skilljar ProProfs Moodle WizIQ Google Classroom TalentLMS Looop JoomLMS SkyPrep LMS ATutor Canvas LMS Docebo Learn LMS Today, the way people acquire knowledge is rapidly changing, as more and mo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/learning-management-system-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/learning-management-system-examples/IndustriesWed, 12 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve had the chance to travel to Paris, you likely paid a visit to the Louvre Museum, home to Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic painting, the Mona Lisa. Consult the museum’s Yelp page and you might be surprised to learn that many reviewers call the painting overrated. One even called it “a painting o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-mona-lisas-smile-says-about-historys-most-prolific-creators/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-mona-lisas-smile-says-about-historys-most-prolific-creators/BackstageTue, 11 Jun 2024 15:19:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Salesforce Zoho CRM HubSpot LeadSquared In the education sector, there’s no shortage of data. Education administrators need to collect, organize, manage, and analyze a wide range of information, from students’ contact information and vaccination status to their grades and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-education/AdviceTue, 11 Jun 2024 12:28:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Is there anything more frustrating than losing hours of work while using software? Sometimes, through no fault of your own, work you’re doing online may disappear into the ether. You may accidentally close the window, the internet connection may drop, or your device may run out of battery at an ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/does-google-forms-save-progress/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/does-google-forms-save-progress/AdviceTue, 11 Jun 2024 07:13:06 +0000<![CDATA[ WP Job Manager plug-in Jotform WordPress plug-in Simple Job Board WordPress plug-in Apply Online WordPress plug-in WP Job Openings WordPress plug-in Are you looking to accept job applications from candidates through your WordPress site? If so, you’ll need to create a job board. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-job-board-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-job-board-plugin/AdviceMon, 10 Jun 2024 12:16:01 +0000<![CDATA[ ClassDojo Remind Bloomz ParentSquare PowerSchool Schoology Seesaw TalkingPoints Klassly ParentLocker Effective communication between parents and teachers is incredibly important. It bridges the information gap between home and school, allowing teachers and parents to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-teachers-to-communicate-with-parents/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-teachers-to-communicate-with-parents/IndustriesMon, 10 Jun 2024 12:12:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to forms.google.com. Open an existing form or create a new form. Give your form a title and description. Change the first question type to Multiple choice grid or Linear scale. For Multiple choice grid, use the Rows or Columns sections. Customize your form’s design. Share you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-likert-scale/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-likert-scale/AdviceSun, 09 Jun 2024 07:01:54 +0000<![CDATA[ New technology allows businesses to automate their work processes in powerful and creative new ways. Though some people fear that automation means robots taking over the workplace, in practice, it works in tandem with human input and is widely applicable to all sorts of processes and industries. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/construction-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/construction-process/AdviceSun, 09 Jun 2024 06:24:52 +0000<![CDATA[ From Google Forms landing page, click on Blank form. Give your form a title and a description. Add questions by clicking on the + icon. To mark your question Required, toggle on the switch at the bottom right. (Optional) Upload a photo of the shirt you’re offering. Customize your f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-shirt-order-form-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-shirt-order-form-in-google-forms/AdviceSat, 08 Jun 2024 12:53:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a knowledge base. Create standard operating procedures (SOPs). Use a service request management platform. IT teams are tasked with some of the most important and mission-critical jobs in business today, but they’re also required to handle myriad help requests from users. Whethe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/service-request-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/service-request-management/AdviceSat, 08 Jun 2024 06:13:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Which position did you apply for? Describe the interview process. Did we answer your phone and email communications promptly? How well did you understand the requirements of the job? Was the information you received during the interview process How well prepared were the people who...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 07 Jun 2024 10:45:26 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve been researching the best learning management system (LMS) for your classroom, you’ve no doubt come across PowerSchool Schoology, a well-known tool in the space. In this article, we’ll cover how to use Schoology, and we’ll discuss the features, functions, and benefits of the platform. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-schoology/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-schoology/IndustriesFri, 07 Jun 2024 10:39:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Solo practice Group practice Partnership practices Locum Tenens Hospital-Based Employment What’s the best fit for your medical career? Understanding the types of medical practices is fundamental in charting your path in healthcare. Explore solo, group, partnership, locum tenens, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-medical-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-medical-practices/IndustriesThu, 06 Jun 2024 13:28:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Square Zoho Invoice Invoice Ninja Hiveage Electronic invoicing allows companies to speed up the billing process. Using the traditional invoicing method, a company sends a single document (usually a PDF), and the client pays the invoice with a credit card or check. That ap...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/e-invoicing-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/e-invoicing-software/AdviceThu, 06 Jun 2024 13:00:49 +0000<![CDATA[ According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), 264 million people across the globe live with depression, yet many adults who experience this condition don’t receive treatment. Depression isn’t just a feeling of sadness, it’s a medical condition that can be treated successf...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/depression-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/depression-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 05 Jun 2024 13:56:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Alex Tellez of Sterling Administration, an independent administrator for health savings and similar accounts, uses Jotform Enterprise to provide a simple solution to a complex problem: providing healthcare to seniors. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), falls are one of the l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-sterling-administration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-sterling-administration/Customer StoriesTue, 04 Jun 2024 13:22:12 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the best ways to evaluate the performance and effectiveness of your product or service is through usability testing and the system usability scale (SUS). This approach provides valuable feedback from people who are using your solution. They answer a series of 10 questions, and you can use th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/system-usability-scale/https://www.jotform.com/blog/system-usability-scale/AdviceTue, 04 Jun 2024 13:09:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Affiliates Manager Social Boost Pretty Links Easy Affiliate MonsterInsights AffiliateWP No one is an island, and the same can be said for websites. In today’s hypercompetitive online world, one of the best ways to increase traffic to your website is to link it to ot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-referral-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-referral-plugin/AdviceMon, 03 Jun 2024 14:59:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform EventMobi Regpack Handbid Wild Apricot 4EventDay Doubleknot RegFox Mobilize Personify If you’re in the nonprofit sector, you know what an important role events play in your work. From fundraisers to community mixers to board meetings, events often serve as ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-event-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-event-management-software/IndustriesMon, 03 Jun 2024 14:41:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Work has changed a lot since the advent of the information age, and the makeup of the workforce has evolved with it. In 2019, the number of knowledge workers worldwide passed 1 billion. Today’s most valuable companies don’t manufacture tangible products or mine resources they drive technological i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-vs-kanban/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-vs-kanban/AdviceSun, 02 Jun 2024 10:49:38 +0000<![CDATA[ When you want to create change in the environment around you such as increasing access to recycling services, preventing budget cuts for the arts programs at a local school, or creating a historical event marker at an important site gathering community support can prove the importance of your cau...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-petition-on-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-petition-on-google-forms/AdviceSat, 01 Jun 2024 13:34:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Determine your email’s purpose Craft your copy Include your CTA Write your email subject line Incorporate your branding Have your email ready to go When one of your audience members signs up for your email newsletter, a subscription, or another offer, you have a unique chance ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sign-up-email-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sign-up-email-examples/AdviceSat, 01 Jun 2024 10:35:46 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a therapist or other mental health professional, you’re familiar with client intake forms. An intake form for counseling helps therapists and counselors collect vital information about clients before they start working with them. If you’re a therapist, you can make the intake process...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-an-intake-form-for-counseling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-an-intake-form-for-counseling/IndustriesFri, 31 May 2024 16:09:22 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re starting a private medical practice, your main goal is to provide optimal patient care. Skill and experience have always been crucial for achieving this goal, of course. But technology has now become another critical requirement for success, thanks to stricter regulations and the incr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-tracking-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-tracking-system/IndustriesFri, 31 May 2024 16:00:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Digital education platforms help educators tailor the learning experience to the needs of their students. Moodle stands out as a learning management system (LMS) designed to provide educators, administrators, and learners with a robust, secure, and integrated system to create personalized learning ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/moodle-lms-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/moodle-lms-pricing/IndustriesThu, 30 May 2024 12:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Commit to early planning Decide on your destination Get buy-in from administrators Contact the site Arrange transportation Plan food options Recruit chaperones Prepare students for the trip Get permissions from parents Students love field trips especially since they ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/school-field-trip/https://www.jotform.com/blog/school-field-trip/IndustriesWed, 29 May 2024 12:13:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Data collection is at the heart of informed decision-making in any thriving business or organization. Whether your goal is to improve your current offerings, choose new products to launch, develop a marketing campaign, gauge customer satisfaction, increase customer retention, or grow your revenue, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ordinal-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ordinal-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 29 May 2024 12:04:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Exciting news for businesses that run on Jotform and PayPal: Our PayPal business integration now includes an option for subscription payments. In this webinar we’ve partnered with PayPal to tell you all about how Jotform and PayPal together can supercharge your online business including your su...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-how-to-use-jotform-paypal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-how-to-use-jotform-paypal/IndustriesTue, 28 May 2024 08:16:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether we need trash can liners and cleaning supplies, or something more personal like beauty supplies, vitamins, or a gym membership, much of what we order these days is through a subscription. Consumers widely accept (and even expect) to order items on a subscription basis. As a result, busin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-subscription-payments-with-paypal-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-subscription-payments-with-paypal-business/IndustriesTue, 28 May 2024 08:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As the online forms you built with Jotform collect submissions, Jotform Inbox stores your data automatically. You don’t have to give it a second thought. And in just a few clicks, Jotform Report Builder can turn your data into a presentation-ready report. While Jotform Inbox provides effortle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-uses-for-inbox-reports-and-analytics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-uses-for-inbox-reports-and-analytics/ProductTue, 28 May 2024 08:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The Santa Barbara Zoo uses Jotform for a host of internal and customer-facing tasks, from marketing support requests to its Zoo Camp waitlist. So when the Zoo welcomed a special new addition a baby giraffe the organization turned to Jotform for help. The Zoo reached out to its fans to decid...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-santa-barbara-zoo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-santa-barbara-zoo/Customer StoriesTue, 28 May 2024 06:55:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Collegiate athletes everywhere deserve to have a memorable championship experience, but organizing and managing an entire conference is no small feat. That’s why the athletic championship organization, Mountain West, needed to streamline its work. Located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Mountain ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-mountain-west-conference/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-mountain-west-conference/Customer StoriesTue, 28 May 2024 06:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Anyone in the education sector knows that it can be difficult to maintain comprehensive information about multiple students. Jotform offers a variety of ways to automate this work, as exemplified by the learning specialists at Flint Hill School in Oakton, Virginia. First founded in 1956, Flint H...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-flint-hill-school/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-flint-hill-school/Customer StoriesTue, 28 May 2024 06:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The following suggestions are for informational purposes only. For official IRS instructions on how to fill out a W-2 form, go to www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-w-2. Box A: Employee’s Social Security number Box B: Employer Identification Number (EIN) Box C: Name, address, and zip ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-a-w-2-form-for-an-employee/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-a-w-2-form-for-an-employee/AdviceMon, 27 May 2024 15:41:09 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/eT5Un4jqrio Jotform is thrilled to announce that Sign PDF with Jotform Sign is available on the Google Workspace marketplace. Now, our users have the power to create signable PDFs directly from Google Drive. How to set up Sign PDF with Jotform Sign for Google Workspace ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/sign-pdf-with-jotform-sign-now-available-on-google-workspace/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/sign-pdf-with-jotform-sign-now-available-on-google-workspace/ProductMon, 27 May 2024 15:38:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform SpeakOut! Email Petitions Civist Petitions can be a powerful way to bring about change. However, collecting signatures in person requires a lot of work. Staff or volunteers have to go out into the community to solicit support. That’s why many nonprofits and grassroots groups ha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/petition-plugin-for-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/petition-plugin-for-wordpress/AdviceMon, 27 May 2024 15:28:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Bevy Whova EventMobi Webex Events Accelevents Airmeet Bizzabo EventPilot SpotMe Wrike Eventbrite Trello Asana RingCentral Events Zoom Localist vFairs Planning Pod Luma Being an event planner means juggling a lot of tasks a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-apps-for-conferences/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-apps-for-conferences/AdviceMon, 27 May 2024 13:29:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Both procurement and supply chain management focus on how a company handles various goods. Each team has different responsibilities in the overall process of managing goods and services. To understand the differences between procurement vs supply chain management, you need to see how each area w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/supply-chain-vs-procurement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/supply-chain-vs-procurement/AdviceSun, 26 May 2024 08:29:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Airtable Asana monday.com Wrike There are plenty of challenges that come with managing a business, and the busier you get, the easier it is for you to overlook important tasks. Investing in a work operating system for your business can help make task management easier, bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-operating-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-operating-system/AdviceSat, 25 May 2024 07:59:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform WPForms plug-in Request a Quote plug-in Get a Quote Button for WooCommerce YITH Request a Quote for WooCommerce Many businesses offer products or services that can be customized to have different functionality or design. Businesses like transportation companies or financi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-quote-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-quote-plugin/AdviceFri, 24 May 2024 13:05:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Open your scanned PDF file in Adobe Acrobat. Select Tools and then Edit PDF. Click the text element and begin typing. Select File and then Save As. No matter what industry you work in whether it’s healthcare, real estate, field service management, or financial services there’s a g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-edit-a-scanned-pdf-document/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-edit-a-scanned-pdf-document/AdviceFri, 24 May 2024 12:56:49 +0000<![CDATA[ These days, we handle just about everything on our smartphones, but when it comes to banking, choosing the right companies to handle our money can be tricky. Forbes reported that in 2022 78 percent of adults in the United States preferred to do their banking digitally rather than in person, whic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-plaid-ach/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-plaid-ach/IndustriesThu, 23 May 2024 13:32:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Feeling overwhelmed by financial management tasks? The right software can act as a vessel that propels you through the tumultuous waters of accounting, payroll, and expense tracking. Aplos and QuickBooks are two financial software tools that can help you navigate the challenges of financial mana...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/aplos-vs-quickbooks/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/aplos-vs-quickbooks/IndustriesWed, 22 May 2024 10:22:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose a template or build a form from scratch. Click Create New Form or choose an existing form. Use the Add Element menu and PDF Designer. When your form is ready, click Send. Select Embed from the navigation bar. Click Generate. Under WordPress, click Copy Code. Go to your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-form-to-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-form-to-pdf/AdviceWed, 22 May 2024 10:17:51 +0000<![CDATA[ The Jotform Enterprise integration with PayPal Business has a new subscription payments feature. If your organization uses PayPal Pro, now is a great time to switch to PayPal Business to collect regular, online payments from donors or customers. Using the Jotform Enterprise integration with PayP...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-paypal-subscriptions-feature-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-paypal-subscriptions-feature-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 21 May 2024 10:13:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Data is the lifeblood of any modern organization. From inbound leads and client profiles to product usage stats and user activity logs, thousands of data points can flow through your organization on any given day. And yet, 87 percent of marketers report that data is their company’s most underutiliz...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-data-teams-love-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-data-teams-love-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 21 May 2024 10:11:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Watch our webinar to explore real-world examples of how Jotform Enterprise is saving organizations thousands of dollars annually. Hear firsthand how customers are leveraging Jotform Enterprise and the no-code movement to power their organizations and maximize talent. Do you Need to reduce...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-ways-organizations-save-with-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-ways-organizations-save-with-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 21 May 2024 10:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The quality of your survey questions can make or break the data you collect. Whether you’re using a survey to gather reactions to a new product or service, information about a particular demographic, or feedback after an event, you should make the survey questions as clear as possible. Just as y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ambigious-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ambigious-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 20 May 2024 12:53:33 +0000<![CDATA[ AxisCare started in 2013 as a scheduling solution but has since blossomed into a comprehensive home care software application. It not only addresses the unique needs of caregivers, but also scales to support the requirements of a large business. In the home care sector, managing appointments, st...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/axiscare-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/axiscare-pricing/IndustriesMon, 20 May 2024 12:49:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re a line manager or individual contributor, you’ve undoubtedly heard the term business process thrown around in meetings and emails. Chances are you have a pretty good idea of what the term refers to, but this guide will ensure you have a definitive, clear understanding of its meaning....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-business-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-business-process/AdviceSun, 19 May 2024 13:20:48 +0000<![CDATA[ An educational innovation in its own right, learning analytics is the use of educational data to identify trends and patterns about learners to optimize the learning experience. Measuring, collecting, analyzing, and reporting are all companion aspects to the field. Big data has been an important...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/learning-analytics-in-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/learning-analytics-in-education/IndustriesSat, 18 May 2024 13:19:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Online Forms HubSpot CRM WP-CRM System WP ERM Your customer relationship management (CRM) software plays a key role in helping you run your business. A quality CRM platform can help you engage with customers throughout your relationship with them, and it’s an efficient way t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-crm-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-crm-plugin/AdviceFri, 17 May 2024 13:03:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Asana Zapier Nintex Kissflow Whether you’re a business owner, marketer, salesperson, or office administrator, you have everyday tasks and processes to complete from scheduling appointments and advertising content on social media to submitting invoices and backing up impo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-app/AdviceFri, 17 May 2024 12:59:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you work in human resources, healthcare, or any other industry that requires contracts, you probably spend a significant amount of time creating and managing documents. But as we move away from the hassles of printing, signing, and scanning budgets, proposals, quotes, and other forms, you m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signnow-vs-adobe-sign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signnow-vs-adobe-sign/AdviceThu, 16 May 2024 11:52:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Business owners say that a lack of market research is one of the top reasons that businesses fail. It’s proof that while good ideas are powerful, they’re not enough to ensure the success of your startup. If you want your new business to thrive, then robust market research is a necessity. And an ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/market-research-questions-for-startups/https://www.jotform.com/blog/market-research-questions-for-startups/AdviceWed, 15 May 2024 11:16:56 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/1TZ3ZsYvn7A Jotform is excited to launch the new Jotform Mobile App Creator for Google Forms, accessible via the Google Workspace Marketplace. The Mobile App Creator not only brings the power of Jotform Apps and the App Builder to your Google Workspace but also works seamlessl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-mobile-app-creator-for-google-forms-now-available-on-google-workspace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-mobile-app-creator-for-google-forms-now-available-on-google-workspace/ProductTue, 14 May 2024 10:47:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Demystifying QR codes Helping library visitors find what they need Creating more interactive experiences  Gathering feedback and requests Reserving special-use rooms Community outreach efforts Chances are, your library still uses the Dewey decimal system to organize its c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-library/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-library/AdviceMon, 13 May 2024 11:52:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps TickTick Things 3 Habitica Way of Life Todoist Streaks Actions Forming new, healthy habits can be a struggle. It’s all too easy to fall back into bad habits, especially when you don’t have anyone to monitor your progress and keep you focused. Daily routin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-daily-routines/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-daily-routines/AdviceMon, 13 May 2024 11:44:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Research the industry Define team responsibilities Set specific deadlines Create a style guide Maintain quality with approvals Launch and adjust How often have you heard that content is king in online marketing? The message is clear: If you want to boost brand awareness and at...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-management-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-management-workflow/AdviceSun, 12 May 2024 14:48:27 +0000<![CDATA[ QR codes are everywhere these days. They’re used to share everything from contact information to website links to restaurant menus. Because they’re so versatile, people have come up with some creative ways to use them. Here are some examples of unique and interesting ways you can use QR codes. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-examples/AdviceFri, 10 May 2024 14:04:19 +0000<![CDATA[ You likely already know the essential role market research plays in helping your business or nonprofit succeed. Gathering insights about your audience, especially their pain points, desires, behavior, and motivations, is necessary for making critical business decisions. Market research can infor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/research-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/research-survey/AdviceFri, 10 May 2024 13:57:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Having access to quality healthcare is a priority for millions of people. A medical app can make giving care easier for the medical professional and getting care more convenient for the patient. There are many types of medical apps available, such as those that allow you to speak directly with a do...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-medical-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-medical-app/IndustriesThu, 09 May 2024 14:35:58 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2012, self-driving cars were still in the experimental phase, “Call Me Maybe” was at the top of the charts, and Kyle Horst, owner and operator of Kirksville Web Design, had just joined Jotform. Flash forward to now: You can request an Uber and get a self-driving car, “Call Me Maybe” is someho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-kirksville-web-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-kirksville-web-design/Customer StoriesThu, 09 May 2024 14:30:38 +0000<![CDATA[ A lot of information flows back and forth in an educational setting, thanks to registration forms, class tests, emotional aptitude surveys, and more. Administrators and teachers need a way to capture information from their students, whether it’s feedback on lessons or test answers.  However...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kid-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kid-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 08 May 2024 14:12:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform OptinMonster Thrive Themes Imagely SeedProd When you need a lightbox for your WordPress website, you’ve got options. But first, you need to know what a lightbox is. A lightbox is a window overlay web feature that covers part of the screen similar to a popup. The main ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lightbox-for-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lightbox-for-wordpress/AdviceWed, 08 May 2024 14:06:48 +0000<![CDATA[ In the fast-paced world of growing health and wellness practices, professionals often juggle multiple roles, including therapist, administrator, and entrepreneur. That’s where practice management software like ClinicSense can help. It’s tailored for health and wellness clinics and aims to streamlin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clinicsense-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clinicsense-pricing/IndustriesTue, 07 May 2024 13:19:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Keep surveys short  Offer respondents a mobile option Provide incentives Use a survey panel Send reminders Personalize surveys  Gamify your survey  Segment customers Ask one question at a time Ensure data privacy If you’re reading this article, you l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-increase-survey-response-rate/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-increase-survey-response-rate/AdviceMon, 06 May 2024 14:31:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Lab Coat Agents Marketing Center Jotform Propertybase magicplan Zillow Premier Agent IXACT Contact CINC To be successful, real estate agents need convenient ways to track their properties, customers, and sales information, even when they’re busy and on the go. At the same t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-agent-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-agent-app/AdviceMon, 06 May 2024 14:28:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Define the problem you’re trying to solve Design your research process Use software to collect data Convert data into an insightful report Take action based on your findings Market research is a valuable tool that can help businesses better understand their prospects and customer...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/market-research-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/market-research-process/AdviceSun, 05 May 2024 12:29:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a team charter Make time for team updates Be mindful of meeting frequency Use project management tools Centralize work requests Facilitate cross-team collaboration with technology No matter your role, one of the best ways to ensure successful project management is by im...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cross-teams-collaboration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cross-teams-collaboration/AdviceSat, 04 May 2024 10:25:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you work in academia or the political sphere, polling audiences with the right political survey questions can give you useful insights about public opinion. For example, academics often create political surveys to understand trends in public attitudes on specific issues, political partie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/political-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/political-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 03 May 2024 10:49:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Gather product information Update product location Update quantities Track items Businesses have been using scannable barcodes to manage inventory for decades. That’s primarily what the barcodes were designed to do. QR codes are another type of scannable code. Developed in the 19...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-inventory-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-inventory-management/AdviceFri, 03 May 2024 10:38:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Paychex Paylocity ADP Workforce Now BambooHR Functions of human resources (HR) professionals include planning, coordinating, and directing functions that impact the core of an organization: its people. From recruiting and talent management to benefits administrati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-app/AdviceThu, 02 May 2024 12:00:40 +0000<![CDATA[ If you work in real estate, you know how important a good e-signature solution is. With e-signature software like dotloop and Docusign, users can sign and share legally binding contracts, leasing agreements, and mortgage documents; meet and maintain compliance standards; and build workflows to clos...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dotloop-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dotloop-vs-docusign/AdviceWed, 01 May 2024 08:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Set up your WordPress site. Create a form in Jotform. Turn your form to a multistep form. Embed your form. Customize your form. Do your eyes glaze over when you see a long, boring online form? You’re not alone. Displaying all the fields on one page can overwhelm users and make it...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/multi-step-form-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/multi-step-form-wordpress/AdviceTue, 30 Apr 2024 08:36:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Grubhub Uber Eats Jotform Apps DoorDash delivery.com Instacart ChowNow The pandemic hit the restaurant industry hard, and both emerging and well-established restaurants closed as a result of lockdowns and other safety measures. But many restaurants pivoted and used food del...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/food-delivery-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/food-delivery-apps/AdviceMon, 29 Apr 2024 13:33:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Workflows monday.com Kissflow Visio Lucidchart WorkflowGen Do detailed workflows guide your company’s decisions and operations? Are those workflows as efficient as possible? Have you carefully designed them to streamline processes and maximize productivity and output? ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-design-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-design-software/AdviceSun, 28 Apr 2024 14:41:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Bloomberg Tax & Accounting Fixed Assets Accruent FAMIS 360 IBM Maximo Tracet AssetWIN Asset Panda As the name suggests, fixed assets are assets that organizations intend to keep for a while. These can include facilities and buildings, land, heavy equipment, plumbing, and m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fixed-asset-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fixed-asset-management-software/AdviceSat, 27 Apr 2024 14:23:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Sign up for Jotform Select a template Click Use Template Customize your form before creating a QR code Click the Publish tab Select Quick Share from the menu Scroll down to Share Form Click the QR code icon Share the QR code QR codes are an easy way to share basic inf...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-qr-code/AdviceFri, 26 Apr 2024 17:22:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Looking to boost your organization’s security? You’re in the right place! We’re thrilled to announce two-factor authentication for Jotform Enterprise. With this extra layer of security, you can safeguard user accounts and sensitive form submission data. What is two-factor authentication (2FA)...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-two-factor-authentication-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-two-factor-authentication-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseWed, 24 Apr 2024 13:11:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Minimize the number of steps Incorporate clear and helpful error messages Offer a guest checkout option Use exit intent popups Show a checkout progress bar Customize the checkout process Enhance the mobile checkout experience Allow multiple payment methods Prioritize secur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/checkout-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/checkout-process/AdviceWed, 24 Apr 2024 12:31:23 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re a part of a team that collaborates well, it’s easy to see what a difference it can make. When everyone works together to accomplish a task, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. The sense of camaraderie and achievement that strong collaboration fosters can push a team to go fu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-collaboration-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-collaboration-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 24 Apr 2024 12:25:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables offers more than your typical spreadsheet. But what does more mean? One answer is team productivity. Spreadsheets are notoriously tough for teams to manage. Data can easily be lost as multiple people make changes, and it’s often difficult to track what’s been altered. In fact, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-tables-features-for-team-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-tables-features-for-team-productivity/ProductTue, 23 Apr 2024 13:37:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Did you know that 90 percent of passwords can be cracked in fewer than six hours? Are you worried yet? If you are, you no longer need to be. Jotform is excited to announce two-factor authentication, effectively shutting the front door on any bad actor who wants access to your submission data....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-two-factor-authentication-for-your-jotform-account/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-two-factor-authentication-for-your-jotform-account/ProductTue, 23 Apr 2024 02:55:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Most organizations thrive based on their ability to collect and use data. Being able to view individual records and analyze data in aggregate is critical to uncovering trends and insights. In this article, we’ll explore how Jotform Enterprise customers leverage Jotform Tables and Inbox to Ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-teams-manage-data-with-jotform-enterprise-inbox-or-tables/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-teams-manage-data-with-jotform-enterprise-inbox-or-tables/EnterpriseTue, 23 Apr 2024 00:57:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Happy employees are productive, engaged employees. Yet, according to a 2023 Work in America Survey conducted by the American Psychological Association, 55 percent of workers either strongly or somewhat agree that their employer has a rosier view of the mental health in their workplace than they do....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mental-health-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mental-health-survey-questions/IndustriesMon, 22 Apr 2024 07:40:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Healthcare professionals are always on the lookout for more accessible and efficient ways to communicate with patients. Enter Updox, a comprehensive telehealth solution designed to bridge the gap between patients and providers. This platform is home to a robust ecosystem that streamlines the health...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/updox-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/updox-pricing/IndustriesMon, 22 Apr 2024 07:36:11 +0000<![CDATA[ You’re probably used to getting email alerts when someone fills out your forms, but did you know that you have immediate and automatic access to a database of all your form responses? You can also organize form submissions with color-coded tags in Jotform Inbox, set up digests so you can see s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-mastering-data-essentials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-mastering-data-essentials/ProductMon, 22 Apr 2024 06:47:00 +0000<![CDATA[ We released Jotform Tables in late 2020, the middle of the pandemic. No problem, right? The circumstances of the time (a hard right into remote work amid a growing need for collaborative software and flexible data management) made it even more important for users who were quickly becoming mo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-users-perfect-their-workflows-with-jotform-tables/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-users-perfect-their-workflows-with-jotform-tables/ProductMon, 22 Apr 2024 06:03:00 +0000<![CDATA[ You can’t go more than a mile without seeing a bike lane in San Francisco. No, really. In 2022, the city had over 460 miles of bikeway, according to the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency. https://youtu.be/nzd-jvnimcw But in cities like San Francisco, which has no shortage of ste...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-new-wheel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-new-wheel/Customer StoriesMon, 22 Apr 2024 02:47:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Business growth is a good thing, but for most organizations, growth brings challenges. Processes and structures that once worked often collapse under the strain of increased demand, making it necessary to rethink how things get done. Organizational systems usually need to evolve in tandem with team...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bpm-vs-rpa/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bpm-vs-rpa/AdviceSun, 21 Apr 2024 08:12:43 +0000<![CDATA[ The QR code solution The PayPal.me solution The add-on solution If you want to know how to add a PayPal payment option to Google Forms, the answer is that you can’t exactly. However, there are some workarounds that make it possible. In this post, we’ll cover some of these workaround...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/add-paypal-to-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/add-paypal-to-google-forms/AdviceSat, 20 Apr 2024 11:22:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Determine the type of consultant you want Search the market Interview and assess the consultants Business processes are essential for achieving organizational goals. Processes help turn raw materials physical components, knowledge, etc. into usable products and services. They also he...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-consultant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-consultant/AdviceSat, 20 Apr 2024 07:53:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Incorporating digital learning platforms in K–12 education has become increasingly important. These platforms aren’t just tools for delivering content; they’re comprehensive ecosystems that enrich the learning experience for students and educators alike. Among the leading contenders in this aren...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/schoology-vs-google-classroom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/schoology-vs-google-classroom/IndustriesFri, 19 Apr 2024 13:27:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Airmeet Canva Cvent Eventzilla Greenvelope Paperless Post RSVPify SignUpGenius Whova Whether you’re planning an event for 25 attendees or 2,500, you need the right tools to manage your event effectively. Many event planners and hosts turn to Evite, a popula...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/evite-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/evite-alternatives/AdviceFri, 19 Apr 2024 13:18:46 +0000<![CDATA[ UpMenu Jotform Apps Square Point of Sale 7shifts RoyalPOS MarginEdge InResto Reserve Waiterio Restaurant POS Upserve Inventory by Lightspeed Toast Tables Restoke HungerRush Hub OpenTable resOS Eat App Manager Many restaurant owners get into the busin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-restaurants/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-for-restaurants/AdviceThu, 18 Apr 2024 17:04:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Salesforce’s customer relationship management (CRM) system is an invaluable tool for many businesses looking to keep their data organized. To enhance this organization, many companies implement record types in Salesforce. But, while record types are valuable, many people often use them incorrectly ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/record-types-in-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/record-types-in-salesforce/AdviceWed, 17 Apr 2024 14:51:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with research Define your mission and vision Outline your programs and services Determine your organizational structure Conduct a market analysis Craft your marketing strategy Develop financial projections Write and refine Business plans aren’t only for startups an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-write-a-nonprofit-business-plan/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-write-a-nonprofit-business-plan/IndustriesWed, 17 Apr 2024 12:32:52 +0000<![CDATA[ E-signature solutions help create, track, and store legally binding documents, making them a must-have tool for all organizations. The right e-signature software helps streamline processes, enhance security measures, save time and money, and reduce waste all from one centralized platform. The o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signnow-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signnow-vs-docusign/AdviceTue, 16 Apr 2024 07:49:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you trying to pack your knowledge into an online course to sell? If so, you’re likely investigating platforms to help you set up your curriculum, connect with students, and market your course effectively. During your search, LearnWorlds and Thinkific may emerge as top options for sharing you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/learnworlds-vs-thinkific/https://www.jotform.com/blog/learnworlds-vs-thinkific/IndustriesMon, 15 Apr 2024 10:40:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Watch our webinar to learn marketing automation hacks that streamline campaigns and administrative tasks. Discover ways to keep your team and stakeholders connected and informed by Creating and sharing calendars based on campaign requests Automating routine reports and email updates Strea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-automations-your-marketing-team-needs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-automations-your-marketing-team-needs/EnterpriseMon, 15 Apr 2024 10:33:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Qualtrics SurveyMonkey Alchemer Typeform Qualaroo Sogolytics Medallia Retently Google Forms AskNicely is an online survey software that helps businesses collect feedback from customers using the Net Promoter Score® (NPS®) method. AskNicely has several usefu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/asknicely-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/asknicely-alternatives/IndustriesFri, 12 Apr 2024 12:00:11 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s competitive business landscape, the right customer relationship management (CRM) software isn’t just a tool. It’s a game changer that can revolutionize how you engage with customers, manage data, and drive sales. As you explore the many options for CRM solutions, two names NetSuite a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/netsuite-vs-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/netsuite-vs-salesforce/AdviceFri, 12 Apr 2024 11:14:29 +0000<![CDATA[ WebPT is a cloud-based platform for rehab therapy professionals. Born from the need for a more specialized approach to physical therapy management, it offers an array of features designed to streamline operations, enhance patient care, and optimize billing processes. WebPT offers a comprehensive...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webpt-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webpt-pricing/IndustriesThu, 11 Apr 2024 09:12:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Use a feedback survey to increase Google reviews Ask every customer for a review Target customers who spend more Harness the power of text messages Use personalization Share positive reviews on social media Do it the old fashioned way: verbally Put thought into your questions...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-google-reviews/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-google-reviews/IndustriesWed, 10 Apr 2024 11:17:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Businesses of every size need a way to manage their leads, contacts, accounts, and every other aspect of their customer base. That’s why customer relationship management (CRM) tools are such essential investments for modern business owners. While you’re searching for a CRM that fits your needs, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pipedrive-vs-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pipedrive-vs-salesforce/AdviceWed, 10 Apr 2024 08:42:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform OptinMonster SeedProd WP Mail SMTP Postie MailPoet Subscribe2 Comment Reply Email Notification WP Reroute Email Whether your WordPress website serves as your personal blog, an online store, your business’s online presence, or something else, email functionalit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-email-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-email-plugin/AdviceTue, 09 Apr 2024 14:33:17 +0000<![CDATA[ On a recent trip overseas, my wife and I found ourselves with three small children and no in-flight entertainment. We were more stressed than the kids. In fact, by the time the plane hit cruising altitude, they had already invented their own game. They were explorers jetting off to an unknown land....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-productivity-of-play-how-childlike-curiosity-fuels-innovation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-productivity-of-play-how-childlike-curiosity-fuels-innovation/BackstageMon, 08 Apr 2024 17:27:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Healthcare organizations have many complex moving parts. Providers face the challenge of managing patient data, providing telehealth services, and streamlining medical billing processes a masterful juggling act. CareCloud offers an integrated suite of solutions that address the multifaceted nee...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/carecloud-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/carecloud-pricing/IndustriesMon, 08 Apr 2024 13:17:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Healthcare providers are on a never-ending quest for systems that anticipate the needs of patients and providers. Salesforce Health Cloud is a platform seeks to redefine what it means to enhance patient care and provider efficiency. But what truly sets Salesforce Health Cloud apart in a sea of heal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-health-cloud-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-health-cloud-pricing/IndustriesMon, 08 Apr 2024 10:44:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Create sections for to organize the flow Add conditional logic Add links anywhere Create quizzes Lock in responses Shuffle the question order Restrict how many times people can fill out a form Keep track of respondents Give your respondents a record of their response Sh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-tips/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-tips/AdviceSun, 07 Apr 2024 13:37:39 +0000<![CDATA[ For many organizations, online forms are a crucial part of operations, allowing them to collect data, gather feedback on processes, and organize information that makes it more accessible. Online forms require an internet connection, but in some cases, you may need to collect data without interne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-offline/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-offline/AdviceSun, 07 Apr 2024 07:19:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Click on the Responses tab. Click on View results. Click on the three-dot menu button. Choose Print response. Choose Save as PDF from the printing options. Select the settings and click Save. Give the file a unique name or number when saving. Microsoft Forms is a simple too...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-to-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-to-pdf/AdviceSat, 06 Apr 2024 13:18:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Doodle Google Forms Engage by Digital Joy Poll Everywhere Polltab SurveyLegend SurveyMonkey SurveyPlanet ZingPoll Whether you need to gather customer reviews and opinions, collect data for future business decisions, or measure the appeal of proposed product...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/strawpoll-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/strawpoll-alternative/AdviceFri, 05 Apr 2024 09:09:37 +0000<![CDATA[ They allow respondents context-rich information The qualitative data can be a good source of marketing copy Detailed customer insights can help you improve your products They can uncover all-new information They increase a customer’s sense that their opinions really matter They can...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/advantage-of-open-ended-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/advantage-of-open-ended-questions/AdviceFri, 05 Apr 2024 09:06:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Remote healthcare is playing an increasingly important role in keeping patients engaged and healthy, and the right tools can help you create a remote experience your patients feel good about. These same tools can help you improve efficiency, which will free you up to spend more time focusing on eac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthie-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthie-pricing/IndustriesThu, 04 Apr 2024 09:03:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Ninja Forms HIPAAtizer Cognito Forms HIPAA Forms WordPress is the leading web content management system in the world and for good reason. It’s easy to use (even for beginners), comes with a lot of out-of-the-box functionality, has a robust ecosystem, and is affordable fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-forms-for-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-forms-for-wordpress/IndustriesWed, 03 Apr 2024 07:07:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Select the Responses tab. Click Link to Sheets. When you’ve made your selection, click Create. The spreadsheet will open in a new tab. Click the Share button. Add people by typing their names or email addresses. Interactive step-by-step tutorial Almost every software tool...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/share-google-forms-responses/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/share-google-forms-responses/AdviceTue, 02 Apr 2024 11:33:05 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve all likely heard the famous sentiment often attributed to Warren Buffet that “feedback is a gift.” It’s true that unless you know what employees, clients, customers, stakeholders, and others in your audience think about your meetings or events, you won’t have the necessary intel to improve up...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/meeting-feedback-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/meeting-feedback-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 01 Apr 2024 08:32:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform WooCommerce Shopify Ecwid WordPress is, at its core, a blogging tool. That’s how it got started anyway. But it’s also so much more than that. You can use WordPress to build a personal or business website, a blog, a community space, or just about any other online property....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-payment-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-payment-plugin/AdviceMon, 01 Apr 2024 08:29:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine that an accounts payable employee at your company needs to pay an invoice. How do they manage that task? They might Ask a manager for permission to pay it Confirm the amount with the department that incurred the charge Make a copy of the invoice and the check Do none of the abo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-vs-procedure/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-vs-procedure/AdviceSun, 31 Mar 2024 13:27:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Although low-code vs business process management (BPM) software is hardly a chicken-and-egg situation (BPM has been around since the early 2000s, while low-code platforms arrived in the 2010s), the two have a lot of similarities. While low-code is often considered more of a tool and BPM more of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-code-bpm/https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-code-bpm/AdviceSat, 30 Mar 2024 13:14:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Learn how to draw a tattoo design Get your bloodborne pathogens certification Improve fundamental skills and qualifications Get licensed in your state Market and advertise your services Schedule tattoo appointments Collect consent forms Payment and tips collection Continue...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-tattoo-artist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-tattoo-artist/AdviceFri, 29 Mar 2024 13:29:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a form Choose a template or start from scratch Edit the form Add quiz fields Configure question settings Add pages (optional) Design your quiz Set up notifications (optional) Configure general quiz settings Preview your quiz Publish your quiz Share your qui...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-quiz/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-quiz/AdviceFri, 29 Mar 2024 13:25:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Contest Gallery RafflePress Contests by Rewards Fuel Simple Giveaways WP Contest Creator Looking for a way to raise awareness about your business or drive more traffic to your site? Visit Carlsbad, the destination marketing organization for the city of Carlsbad, CA, ho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-contest-entry-plug-ins/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-contest-entry-plug-ins/AdviceThu, 28 Mar 2024 11:02:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Explore with us how technology is powering the future of healthcare. We’ll explore three real-world applications to highlight How data collection and automation are expanding options for receiving care Where AI and automation are making patient evaluations faster, easier, and more affordable...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-technology-powers-the-future-of-healthcare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-technology-powers-the-future-of-healthcare/EnterpriseThu, 28 Mar 2024 07:22:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Enterprise is revolutionizing the way that organizations think about data. Industries that have historically relied on paper forms and systems are shifting to digital solutions, and for good reason. More secure, easier to fill out, and faster to send, online forms are leaps and bounds ah...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-industries-are-being-transformed-by-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-industries-are-being-transformed-by-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseThu, 28 Mar 2024 07:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Callbell Shop WhatsMenu Quickzu WhatsOrder WhatsTarget OnWhats.App Spot Delivery DigiMenu WhatsForm When you’re building an e-commerce business, it’s important to give your customers convenient ways to order your products. TakeApp takes a unique approach to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/take-app-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/take-app-alternatives/AdviceWed, 27 Mar 2024 11:00:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Fill out the QR code generator form with your data type Customize the way your code looks Download the QR code Test your code Share your code and embed it Wix is a tried-and-true platform for building your own website. You can use it to run an e-commerce business, moderate fan pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-qr-code/AdviceWed, 27 Mar 2024 10:55:21 +0000<![CDATA[ There are probably as many uses for online forms as there are stars in the sky (well, maybe not quite that many). Even with so many forms and form needs some familiar patterns emerge when it comes to the kinds of forms that are most heavily used and the industries that use them. Let’s dig i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-uses-for-online-forms-across-type-and-industry/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-uses-for-online-forms-across-type-and-industry/ProductTue, 26 Mar 2024 13:13:40 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/Sq6p7on52o8 Jotform is proud to announce that our Form Builder is now available through the Google Workspace Marketplace. We’re always brainstorming ways to streamline our users’ work, and this is a great example: Now you can open Jotform’s Form Builder directly from your Goog...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-form-builder-now-available-on-google-workspace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-form-builder-now-available-on-google-workspace/ProductTue, 26 Mar 2024 13:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ We here at Jotform were thrilled to find out that we made it onto G2’s list of top software companies for 2024. This is no small feat since over 90 million users turn to G2 for software reviews each year. And not only did we make the list we’re also the only form builder named! On top of this n...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-on-g2-best-software-list-2024/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-on-g2-best-software-list-2024/ProductTue, 26 Mar 2024 13:11:40 +0000<![CDATA[ For most of us, keeping the lights on is as easy as paying the monthly electricity bill. For city governments, though, it can be a bit more complicated. With over 30 years of experience, Electrical Testing Ltd is a leading provider of highway electrical services in the UK, from electrical and st...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-electrical-testing-ltd/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-electrical-testing-ltd/Customer StoriesTue, 26 Mar 2024 13:11:20 +0000<![CDATA[ In the competitive world of jewelry retail, precision and attention to detail are paramount both in the jewelry itself and in the many operational steps that eventually place high-value merchandise into the hands of buyers. Yadav Diamonds and Jewelry, a family-owned Bay Area legacy business tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-yadav-diamonds-and-jewelry/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-yadav-diamonds-and-jewelry/Customer StoriesTue, 26 Mar 2024 13:10:50 +0000<![CDATA[ At Jotform, the Form Builder needs no introduction. But to unlock the full potential of its automation features, you have to get to know the Form Builder and all it’s capable of. For example, at Toronto’s Letterbox Doughnuts, advanced Form Builder features helped a side hustle go mainstream. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-form-builder/https://www.jotform.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-form-builder/ProductTue, 26 Mar 2024 13:09:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Visit the Google Forms website on your browser Sign in to your Google Account A new blank form will automatically appear Tap on any question to edit it If you’re looking to create a Google Form quickly and efficiently using your iPhone or iPad, you’re in the right place. This guide ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-google-form-on-iphone/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-google-form-on-iphone/AdviceMon, 25 Mar 2024 13:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Ninja Forms WPForms Jetpack Visual Form Builder Adding an online form to your WordPress website can help you expand its functionality. Whether you need to create a contact form, order form, or another type of form, using a WordPress plug-in can make this task easier. Ther...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-free-form-plugin-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-free-form-plugin-wordpress/AdviceMon, 25 Mar 2024 11:37:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Reports are essential for everything from keeping your stakeholders up to date to analyzing the success of your current business ventures and strategically planning your next efforts. Using report generation software makes it easier to gather data and produce the quality reports you need to support...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/report-generation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/report-generation/AdviceSun, 24 Mar 2024 18:25:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Build the form you’d like to create Access that form by clicking Forms on the left side Find and click on the form To access the form settings, click on Settings Look for the Save and Continue option and check that box You can change the text of the save-and-continue link Save y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gravity-forms-save-and-continue/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gravity-forms-save-and-continue/AdviceSun, 24 Mar 2024 12:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose a location Research the competition Set up the business Plan construction Spread the word Automate your system Do you like the idea of being a business owner? Are you still trying to choose the right niche for this new venture? Learning how to run a car wash is one opti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-a-car-wash/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-a-car-wash/AdviceSun, 24 Mar 2024 11:44:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Examine current processes Start with online forms Automate processes whenever possible Most adults have fond (or not so fond) memories of hauling their backpacks full of paper to and from school as children. While there may be some nostalgic comfort in thinking back to those times, the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-schools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-schools/IndustriesSat, 23 Mar 2024 18:18:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Determine your goal Select the giveaway item Choose a contest type Set clear and effective rules Collect entries Choose the winners Track your results People like free stuff. Grocery stores know it, which is why they offer food samples. Daytime television hosts know it, whi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-host-a-giveaway/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-host-a-giveaway/AdviceSat, 23 Mar 2024 18:13:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to your Linktree Admin section. Find your Linktree URL and click the Share button beside it. Choose My Linktree QR code from the options. Choose whether you want to download your QR code as a PNG or an SVG file. Linktree allows users to create a single link that pulls together al...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/linktree-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/linktree-qr-code/AdviceFri, 22 Mar 2024 13:41:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Create menus Promote daily specials and seasonal menus Offer online ordering and generate QR codes Explore more fun ideas By now, you’ve probably been to more than one restaurant that uses QR codes to let you access their menu. The popularity of these menus skyrocketed during the CO...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-menu/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-menu/AdviceWed, 20 Mar 2024 11:41:35 +0000<![CDATA[ In the era of sales automation, Salesforce has emerged as the world’s largest and most advanced cloud-based customer relationship management (CRM) platform, and businesses of every industry and size use it across the globe. It allows users to centralize customer data, streamline their sales proc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-glossary/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-glossary/AdviceWed, 20 Mar 2024 11:03:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Many practice management software solutions offer an array of features and benefits, making it difficult for practices to choose the best option for their needs. Amid the sea of choices, SimplePractice stands out as a robust and user-friendly platform designed to streamline administrative tasks ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/simple-practice-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/simple-practice-pricing/IndustriesTue, 19 Mar 2024 10:56:11 +0000<![CDATA[ EducateMe Moodle Canvas Google Classroom is one of the most popular digital education platforms available. It provides a streamlined, organized way for educators to share materials, manage assignments, and engage students. But there are some alternatives to consider as well. Google ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-classroom-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-classroom-alternatives/IndustriesMon, 18 Mar 2024 15:27:32 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever played trivia games, you know how entertaining and engaging they can be. Even if you can’t answer all of the questions, the group camaraderie and good-natured competition make this activity fun. Playing trivia games isn’t just a great way to have a good time with the gang, though....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/trivia-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/trivia-questions/AdviceMon, 18 Mar 2024 15:24:26 +0000<![CDATA[ For more than 40 years, Literacy Pittsburgh the largest literacy organization in the region has been improving lives through learning in the greater Pittsburgh area. Through personal tutoring and classroom instruction, Literacy Pittsburgh paves the way for a variety of adult learners to earn a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-literacy-pittsburgh/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-literacy-pittsburgh/Customer StoriesMon, 18 Mar 2024 13:57:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Every organization depends on business processes. The more seamless and efficient the processes, the more likely the organization is to succeed. But to be successful over the long term, it’s essential to keep refining processes. Enter continuous process improvement. Continuous process improvemen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/continuous-process-improvement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/continuous-process-improvement/AdviceSun, 17 Mar 2024 15:13:32 +0000<![CDATA[ The world runs on apps and not just the ones on our phones. Apps, short for software applications, are the building blocks that keep businesses productive and efficient. Businesses can use apps that are tailored to their specific needs to automate workflows and streamline communication. Trac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/outsystems-vs-kissflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/outsystems-vs-kissflow/AdviceSun, 17 Mar 2024 15:12:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Maintain your one-on-one meetings Strike a healthy balance of supervision and trust Document your processes Choose the right remote project management system Though COVID-19 affected every facet of our lives where we ate, when we saw family and friends, and how we celebrated milest...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-project-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-project-management/AdviceSat, 16 Mar 2024 15:10:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Business software packages first burst on the market with the introduction of Microsoft Office for Windows in November 1990, which offered Word 1.1, Excel 2.0, and PowerPoint 2.0 in a package that swiftly became the standard in every office using computers. Computer power has increased steadily ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-vs-erp/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-vs-erp/AdviceSat, 16 Mar 2024 15:09:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose a compelling email subject line  Personalize the email  Emphasize the value of customer feedback Offer an incentive Provide a deadline In a perfect world, once you’ve done the hard work of designing and delivering a survey to your audience, you can sit back and w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-survey-reminder-email/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-survey-reminder-email/AdviceFri, 15 Mar 2024 17:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Keeping appointments organized, making them easy to schedule, and following up with patients are all key parts of running a successful medical practice. But it’s easy to get so busy providing care that the operational part of the business gets neglected. Thankfully, there are many scheduling and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/acuity-scheduling-vs-simplepractice/https://www.jotform.com/blog/acuity-scheduling-vs-simplepractice/IndustriesFri, 15 Mar 2024 15:22:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Train your staff to onboard patients properly Streamline your onboarding paperwork with software tools Designate employees to help monitor and improve your onboarding If you’re going to a new doctor or switching healthcare systems, you likely don’t look forward to the onboarding proces...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-onboarding/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-onboarding/IndustriesFri, 15 Mar 2024 13:03:02 +0000<![CDATA[ How do you ship items that simply won’t fit in the mailbox or in a package? Think cars, boats, motorcycles, and even pets. The answer for many is CitizenShipper, a peer-to-peer shipping marketplace created for the modern gig economy. But hard-to-ship cargo comes with hard-to-fulfill requirements...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-citizenshipper/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-citizenshipper/Customer StoriesFri, 15 Mar 2024 08:30:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Business data collection and management Feedback and surveys Event registrations Employee onboarding Customer support Inventory management Project management In today’s fast-paced business world, speed and agility are no longer just competitive advantages they’re mandatory...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-automation/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-automation/AdviceFri, 15 Mar 2024 06:48:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Bonsai Zoho Wave QuickBooks Expensify Xero Invoice2go Sage Intacct NetSuite FreshBooks has a reputation for providing user-friendly accounting services for small business owners. Its range of features include time-tracking and automated invoicing tools, com...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshbooks-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshbooks-alternatives/AdviceThu, 14 Mar 2024 15:18:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Online Forms MotoPress Hotel Booking Hotel Booking WooCommerce Lodgify LiveChat Revyoos Ultimate FAQ Beds24 Envira Photo Gallery Hostaway When you’re running a vacation rental business, having a website can not only save you time and enhance your marketing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vacation-rental-plugin-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vacation-rental-plugin-wordpress/AdviceWed, 13 Mar 2024 13:12:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Being able to collect data from your forms is all well and good. It’s nice to see the responses to your form, and Google gives you some attractive charts to let you see how people responded at a glance. But what if you want to do a really deep dive into your data? Maybe you want to run your own ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-database/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-database/AdviceWed, 13 Mar 2024 11:12:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Forms is a useful tool for collecting data and sending out surveys. But more advanced users might need more robust reporting capabilities, more customization options, or more complex question flows than Google Forms offers. Below, we’ll take a look at some of the common problems users ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-problems/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-problems/AdviceTue, 12 Mar 2024 18:05:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever wondered which e-learning platform reigns supreme in the digital education arena? Canvas and Moodle, two of the most acclaimed contenders, are constantly evolving to meet the demands of the modern classroom. But which one truly fits your needs? Canvas, developed by Instructure, is ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/canvas-vs-moodle/https://www.jotform.com/blog/canvas-vs-moodle/IndustriesMon, 11 Mar 2024 14:03:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Eventbrite Patreon WordPress Firebase Google Analytics Calendly Salesforce Email Heatmaps Unsplash Zendesk Photoshop Square Ecwid Zapier Mailchimp is the most popular email marketing solution on the market. It’s also one of the most versatile...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-mailchimp-integrations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-mailchimp-integrations/AdviceMon, 11 Mar 2024 12:27:59 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re an educator who wants to improve your courses and your students’ learning experience, then you’re likely interested in implementing course evaluations to collect student insights and feedback. The data you gather from this process will help you identify and assess any gaps in teaching ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/course-evaluation-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/course-evaluation-examples/IndustriesFri, 08 Mar 2024 14:57:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Cash Gift cards Coupons  Vouchers Merchandise Sweepstakes Charitable donations Recognition-based incentives Partnerships White papers and other valuable content Point-based systems Getting reliable customer feedback is imperative for making informed decisio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-incentives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-incentives/AdviceFri, 08 Mar 2024 14:53:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Create an affiliate partnership Sell related products and services Place display ads Write sponsored content Create different tiers of content Ask for donations Blogging on WordPress is incredibly popular. There are more than 409 million people who read over 20 billion pages o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-money-with-wordpress-blog/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-money-with-wordpress-blog/AdviceThu, 07 Mar 2024 14:50:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Systematic sampling is a probability sampling method in which researchers select respondents from a larger population at a fixed interval beginning at a random starting point. Let’s say your company or nonprofit organization serves a large population, and you want to gather insights and feed...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-systematic-sampling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-systematic-sampling/AdviceWed, 06 Mar 2024 14:47:42 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re striving to enhance operational efficiency, boost customer satisfaction, increase sales, and stay ahead of the competition, you need the right tools for the job. For many companies, this means having a customer relationship management (CRM) solution to oversee all of their customer con...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-vs-sap/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-vs-sap/AdviceWed, 06 Mar 2024 14:42:55 +0000<![CDATA[ The American artist Edward Hopper painted many windows. In one of his paintings, which gained renewed notoriety during the pandemic, a woman sits on a bed in a near-empty room, peering out a window that looks out on the New York City skyline dotted with water towers. There’s a timeless quality to t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-controlled-daydreaming-can-be-a-powerful-tool-for-creativity-problem-solving-and-strategic-planning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-controlled-daydreaming-can-be-a-powerful-tool-for-creativity-problem-solving-and-strategic-planning/BackstageWed, 06 Mar 2024 10:40:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Import data straight from a website Automatically change cell color based on values Split unorganized data into separate columns Import an image from the web Create a slicer to view data in different ways Create a dropdown list Check how a formula works You may know your wa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-sheets-hacks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-sheets-hacks/AdviceTue, 05 Mar 2024 14:38:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Slides Haiku Deck Canva Piktochart Microsoft PowerPoint Prezi Visme A primary goal for educators is to create engaging learning experiences that help students retain information. One of the best ways to do that is to choose an effective presentation tool for teachers...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/presentation-tools-for-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/presentation-tools-for-teachers/IndustriesMon, 04 Mar 2024 14:11:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Health and wellness professionals are always on the lookout for platforms that can simplify administrative tasks while improving client care. Among the options, Healthie and Practice Better are two notable solutions that offer unique features for wellness coaches, nutritionists, dietitians, and oth...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthie-vs-practice-better/https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthie-vs-practice-better/IndustriesMon, 04 Mar 2024 14:04:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Decide on which tool to use Start building a form Begin collecting payments Set up notificaiton alerts Interactive step-by-step tutorial Google Docs and Google Drive are great tools for businesses, teams, and groups. They make it easy to collaborate with others by sharing docum...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-an-order-form-in-google-docs/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-an-order-form-in-google-docs/AdviceSun, 03 Mar 2024 13:29:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Forms is a convenient online survey creator that’s part of the Microsoft 365 suite of apps. With Microsoft Forms, you can easily build surveys and quizzes, then collect responses. You can export those responses to Microsoft Excel, making it easy to store and evaluate the data. Whether ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-maximum-responses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-maximum-responses/AdviceSun, 03 Mar 2024 11:44:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Eventbrite EventsAIR Ticket Tailor Eventleaf idloom.events RSVP Keeper Whova Incredevent Eventsize Partey.io Joy Guestboard Raklet As you’re planning an upcoming event, the right event registration and management platform can help to ensure that...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/rsvpify-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/rsvpify-alternatives/AdviceFri, 01 Mar 2024 18:09:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Every business needs efficient processes, but this need becomes even more pronounced in healthcare. That’s because efficiency improves the quality of care and how well physicians can engage with patients. Two major players that provide comprehensive solutions for practice management, electronic ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/carecloud-vs-athenahealth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/carecloud-vs-athenahealth/IndustriesFri, 01 Mar 2024 18:05:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Market research surveys Customer needs surveys Customer feedback surveys All businesses aim to meet unique customer needs. Whether those needs are functional, social, or emotional, businesses need to understand what those needs are early on to ensure they develop products and services ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/meet-customer-needs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/meet-customer-needs/IndustriesThu, 29 Feb 2024 14:35:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Class Dojo NetSupport School Jotform Impero Education Pro Hapara Netop Vision Faronics Insight LanSchool Lightspeed Classroom Management Moodle Blackboard Socrative Google Classroom Schoology Nearpod Effective classroom management is essential for en...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-management-software/IndustriesWed, 28 Feb 2024 14:28:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Want to know how your customers feel about your business’s products and services? Try post-purchase surveys. These surveys let companies tap into the minds of customers to find out what they love and where they think things could be better. Want to know how awesome your customer service is or wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/post-purchase-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/post-purchase-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 28 Feb 2024 14:24:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever thought, “I know someone who would love Jotform Enterprise”? If so, consider joining our all-new Jotform Reseller Program! Become a partner today to grow your revenue stream by bringing your customers success through powerful forms and seamless automation. “That sounds great and al...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-the-jotform-reseller-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-the-jotform-reseller-program/EnterpriseTue, 27 Feb 2024 08:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Form finaglers, Tables tinkerers, and workflow wizards, we have exciting news for you. The new Jotform Enterprise for Beginners e-book is available to download for free. Whether you’re brand-new to the platform, considering new ways to automate your work, or eager to take a deeper dive with your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise-for-beginners/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise-for-beginners/EnterpriseTue, 27 Feb 2024 08:09:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Physical spaces Digital spaces Lighting Distance Device Reception Few pieces of technology have had the kind of roller coaster ride in popularity that the QR code has. QR codes initially became popular as high-speed internet and smartphones came on the scene, but they exper...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/test-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/test-qr-code/AdviceMon, 26 Feb 2024 14:22:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Gusto QuickBooks RUN Powered by ADP Jotform Supporting your employees affects their workplace satisfaction and confidence in you as an employer. If employees feel supported, it makes it easier for them to complete their tasks. That means ensuring you have the fundamentals of your bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/payroll-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/payroll-automation/IndustriesMon, 26 Feb 2024 14:14:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Happy Property zInspector Home Inspector Pro iCloudFIS The Inspection Manager The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many industries the housing market perhaps chief among them. As real estate continues changing hands and more homeowners sell, buy, and relocate, the number of home i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/home-inspection-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/home-inspection-app/IndustriesMon, 26 Feb 2024 14:10:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Detroit is a city long known for its rich musical history and culture. From Motown to techno to hip-hop, the Motor City has birthed music icons and nurtured underground movements for generations, leaving an indelible mark on the global soundscape. https://youtu.be/_QUfZcnT4Qs But music is f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-red-panda/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-red-panda/Customer StoriesMon, 26 Feb 2024 08:47:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Changing the healthcare landscape is no small task, but Honor Health Network is up for the challenge. Serving over 8,000 patients every week, Honor Health Network is a home healthcare agency specializing in community engagement and top-tier patient care. Tasked with collecting and organizing hun...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-honor-health-network/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-honor-health-network/Customer StoriesMon, 26 Feb 2024 07:37:00 +0000<![CDATA[ W-4 form W-9 form W-8BEN 1040 Schedule SE (1040) Form 4868 Form 843 Every year, Americans all around the country scramble to identify, fill out, and submit the right tax forms for their specific life circumstances. As those life circumstances change over time an inevita...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/common-tax-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/common-tax-forms/AdviceFri, 23 Feb 2024 15:02:52 +0000<![CDATA[ As your organization grows, completing even the simplest tasks can get more complicated. If you’re getting to the point where different departments are following different workflows and stakeholders are confused about who’s in charge of what, then you need to implement an enterprise workflow manage...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-workflow-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-workflow-management/AdviceFri, 23 Feb 2024 14:58:45 +0000<![CDATA[ No matter what size or type of event you’re planning, you’ll most likely want to explore how event planning software can help ensure your event’s success. There are a number of tools available for your consideration. Two of the most popular are Whova and Eventbrite. Let’s look at the pros and co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/whova-vs-eventbrite/https://www.jotform.com/blog/whova-vs-eventbrite/AdviceWed, 21 Feb 2024 14:11:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Establish evaluation and selection guidelines Be clear about your expectations Personalize supplier plans Monitor and review ongoing relationships Digitize data-collection forms Organizing a supplier onboarding process is essential to building long-term business relationships and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/supplier-onboarding-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/supplier-onboarding-process/AdviceWed, 21 Feb 2024 14:06:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Terminator Process Decision Data Input Document Delay Sequence flow Process maps can help streamline workflows and improve efficiency in your organization. They’re effective because they assign visual cues to specific tasks, creating straightforward diagrams that guide y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-mapping-symbol/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-mapping-symbol/AdviceTue, 20 Feb 2024 16:06:23 +0000<![CDATA[ View summary of responses View responses by question View responses by individual View responses in a Google Sheet Interactive step-by-step tutorial You’ve gone to the trouble to build a Google Form for recipients to fill out, and you’ve sent it out to them. Now you want to see...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-see-responses-on-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-see-responses-on-google-forms/AdviceTue, 20 Feb 2024 12:38:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Calling all nonprofit heroes! Watch our webinar to learn how subtle tweaks to your forms can make a big impact. Discover ways to increase audience engagement from the first field to the exit screen. This don’t-miss webinar will be packed with tips and tricks to Design donation forms that com...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-increase-donor-engagement-with-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-increase-donor-engagement-with-forms/EnterpriseTue, 20 Feb 2024 12:38:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Use neutral language Avoid loaded terms Ask direct questions Provide balanced response options Randomize the order of responses Be sensitive to different cultures Has someone ever asked you a question that made you think you were supposed to answer in a specific way? Maybe a f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/unbiased-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/unbiased-survey-questions/AdviceTue, 20 Feb 2024 06:53:19 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the best ways to determine how your target audience feels about your company or organization is through quantitative research. Once you understand user opinions, attitudes, behaviors, preferences, and market trends, you can make informed decisions that help you improve your products, service...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quantitative-research-questions-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quantitative-research-questions-examples/AdviceFri, 16 Feb 2024 12:38:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to Jotform Form Builder. Click Create a Form. Go to the Build tab. Open the Form Elements. Go to the Settings tab. Customize the form’s settings. Go to the Publish tab. Click Quick Share and then the QR code icon. Click Download or Copy code to use the code. Th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-customer-service/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-customer-service/IndustriesFri, 16 Feb 2024 12:28:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Set specific goals for the audit Gather all content assets Decide which metrics to analyze Analyze the data Prioritize action items A solid content marketing strategy consists of more than consistently publishing new content. It includes updating and republishing a mix of older c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-audit/https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-audit/AdviceThu, 15 Feb 2024 08:33:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Procurement the processes of purchasing and managing the supplies you need to operate is fundamental for business growth. Whether you’re processing invoices, outsourcing labor, or buying office furniture, you’re practicing one of two forms of procurement: direct or indirect. And while both typ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-vs-indirect-procurement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-vs-indirect-procurement/AdviceWed, 14 Feb 2024 14:09:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Measure the current level of interdepartmental communication Take advantage of technology solutions, like company and employee apps Establish common goals Invest in team-building initiatives Prioritize cross-departmental meetings Encourage feedback Make collaboration across depa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/interdepartmental-communication/https://www.jotform.com/blog/interdepartmental-communication/AdviceWed, 14 Feb 2024 14:06:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand your audience and tailor your appeals accordingly Remember that presentation matters Pay attention to format and design Use the appropriate salutation and a personalized greeting Include information about your organization and mission Explain the current project, priorit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-write-a-donation-letter/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-write-a-donation-letter/IndustriesTue, 13 Feb 2024 10:44:36 +0000<![CDATA[ According to the latest census, there’s now a 61 percent chance that two people chosen at random in the U.S. will be from different racial or ethnic groups. Does your business understand the various cultural backgrounds and preferences of your customers? If not, you could be missing out on oppor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ethnicity-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ethnicity-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 12 Feb 2024 07:43:06 +0000<![CDATA[ To meet customer demands, stay competitive, and keep pace with changes in the market, teams need streamlined ways to share information. Cloud-based enterprise platforms have become central to achieving these goals. They provide a centralized, accessible, and scalable environment for teams to manage...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoho-vs-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoho-vs-salesforce/AdviceMon, 12 Feb 2024 07:33:40 +0000<![CDATA[ With so many options available, choosing the right healthcare technology platform can be daunting. AdvancedMD and CareCloud offer distinctive features and functionality tailored to modern healthcare needs.  This article will shed light on what sets these two platforms apart, guiding medical...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/advancedmd-vs-carecloud/https://www.jotform.com/blog/advancedmd-vs-carecloud/IndustriesFri, 09 Feb 2024 08:42:58 +0000<![CDATA[ PowerSchool Teachmint Focus Gradelink Skyward Aeries Alma Infinite Campus QuickSchools Jotform Although the COVID-19 pandemic drove more educational institutions to adopt student information systems (SIS), these systems are not a new technology. You might be surpri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/k-12-student-information-systems/https://www.jotform.com/blog/k-12-student-information-systems/IndustriesThu, 08 Feb 2024 14:06:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Closed-ended questions Open-ended questions Multiple-choice questions Dropdown selection questions Likert scale questions Understanding your audience is key to making the best decisions for your organization. A well-designed questionnaire can help you do just that. In this art...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-questionnaire/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-questionnaire/AdviceWed, 07 Feb 2024 14:28:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand the customer Create a customer success team Outline the communication protocols Establish success metrics Customers play a vital role in any business, no matter the industry. Whether you have a small mom-and-pop retail store or a multinational e-commerce business, keeping...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-success-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-success-process/IndustriesWed, 07 Feb 2024 13:37:22 +0000<![CDATA[ When I have a big decision to make, I often think about one of the most famous American poems: The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost. But not for the reason you might expect.  For a long time, I, like many people, believed that the poem was about the life-changing significance of a single deci...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-preserve-mental-energy-for-key-moments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-preserve-mental-energy-for-key-moments/BackstageWed, 07 Feb 2024 09:25:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Kahoot! Gimkit Quizlet Pear Deck Classcraft Duolingo Prodigy ChemCaper Breakout EDU Quizizz If making learning more interactive and engaging is a top priority for your classroom this year, then gamification is probably on your radar. There’s a host of gamification ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gamification-apps-for-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gamification-apps-for-education/IndustriesMon, 05 Feb 2024 13:37:36 +0000<![CDATA[ If someone has ever approached you to take a survey in a public place, it can be a little surprising. You may have been too busy to stop and answer questions, or maybe you were happy to lend your time to this ambush style of data collection. Whatever your experience, this type of survey is known as...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/intercept-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/intercept-survey/AdviceMon, 05 Feb 2024 13:36:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Use a form builder tool Make it easy to complete the form Include a call to action Make your form look great Incorporate social proof Strategically place your email newsletter signup form Test your strategies  If your business relies on email marketing, then continuous...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-newsletter-signup-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-newsletter-signup-form/AdviceFri, 02 Feb 2024 12:25:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Educators know that engaged students have better learning outcomes. Blooket and Gimkit are both tools that can engage students by transforming the traditional learning process into a game-like experience. What can these gamified teaching platforms do? Blooket offers a variety of quiz-based games...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/blooket-vs-gimkit/https://www.jotform.com/blog/blooket-vs-gimkit/IndustriesFri, 02 Feb 2024 12:18:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Streamline workflows Establish best practices Find opportunities for improvement Make knowledge-sharing easier Keep records of your process As your business grows, your expanding teams will deal with more complex organizational structures. These added responsibilities and project...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-process-mapping/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-process-mapping/AdviceWed, 31 Jan 2024 08:15:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Save time by running virtual viewings Centralize communication with a portal Use online payments to collect rent Automate processes with Jotform Managing a property portfolio is a complex and time-consuming job. But the right tools and systems can make it a lot easier. There’s a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/streamline-property-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/streamline-property-management/AdviceWed, 31 Jan 2024 08:08:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Education methods are rapidly evolving, and tools like Quizizz and Kahoot! are playing a significant role by offering dynamic, game-based alternatives to traditional teaching. But are these innovative teaching methods really beneficial? Game-based learning offers several advantages for students,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quizizz-vs-kahoot/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quizizz-vs-kahoot/IndustriesTue, 30 Jan 2024 08:22:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Clear workflow visualization Reduced waste Increased focus More efficiency Increased productivity More predictable workflows and delivery Better collaboration Less stress and burden on employees Kanban has a long history of improving workflows and sometimes even transfo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-kanban/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-kanban/AdviceMon, 29 Jan 2024 14:37:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Focus your search Find and get to know your niche Find out their “why” Have a straightforward onboarding process As consumers rely more and more on influencers and word of mouth to make their purchasing decisions, brand ambassadors have become central components of marketing strateg...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-ambassador-hiring/https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-ambassador-hiring/AdviceMon, 29 Jan 2024 08:37:16 +0000<![CDATA[ In the evolving landscape of education technology, interactive learning platforms like Blooket and Kahoot! have changed the classroom experience. These tools are redefining how students engage with and absorb information. To understand their impact, let’s delve into what these platforms do and how ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/blooket-vs-kahoot/https://www.jotform.com/blog/blooket-vs-kahoot/IndustriesFri, 26 Jan 2024 12:52:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Start by segmenting your audience Act quickly when customers fall off Determine what customer success looks like Make renewals easy The value of improving your subscription renewal rates If you’re running a subscription-based business, you’ve worked hard to acquire customers and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-renewal-rates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-renewal-rates/IndustriesFri, 26 Jan 2024 12:48:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Both platforms excel in messaging and group communication, but they differ in their target audiences and specific functionalities. Remind’s strength lies in its focus on education, making it ideal for academic contexts. GroupMe’s flexibility makes it a go-to for general group communications acros...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remind-vs-groupme/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remind-vs-groupme/IndustriesThu, 25 Jan 2024 10:33:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Appian Pega Platform Nintex Platform The key to long-lasting success in business is the ability to evolve. No matter what product or service a company provides, there will come a time when it needs to make changes to its processes. Enterprise business process management (BPM...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-bpm/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-bpm/AdviceWed, 24 Jan 2024 11:10:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Quizlet and Kahoot! give educators fun ways to engage students and improve classroom performance. Quizlet focuses on active learning through various study tools, and Kahoot! blends learning with the excitement of gaming. Both aim to transform traditional teaching methods. In this article, we’l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quizlet-vs-kahoot/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quizlet-vs-kahoot/IndustriesWed, 24 Jan 2024 11:09:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform is thrilled to kick off 2024 with an exciting announcement that’s bound to transform the way you approach form building: Jotform Academy!  What better way to start a new year than by resolving to increase your productivity? And what better way to increase productivity than by master...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-academy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-academy/ProductTue, 23 Jan 2024 07:37:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re amped about our Jotform Academy announcement and seeking even more opportunities to master Jotform fundamentals, check out our webinar series, Form Builder Basics. In this series of short, live webinars, we guide you through the process of creating efficient, effective, and engaging ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-webinar-series-form-builder-basics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-webinar-series-form-builder-basics/ProductTue, 23 Jan 2024 06:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Golf is a game of fine margins. It demands precision and power, skill and resilience. Mastering the sport requires patience, consistency, mental fortitude, knowledge of the rules, and respect for the game.  If these seem to be moral characteristics as much as the pathway to golf stardom, it...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/case-study-first-tee-greater-detroit/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/case-study-first-tee-greater-detroit/Customer StoriesTue, 23 Jan 2024 06:56:00 +0000<![CDATA[ OpenText Microsoft SharePoint OnBase by Hyland Box AODocs By some estimates, the amount of content the global community is generating doubles every three months. It’s no wonder organizations are stepping up their efforts to find better ways to manage it all. Enterprise content...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecm-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecm-tools/AdviceMon, 22 Jan 2024 15:03:35 +0000<![CDATA[ When you decide to take a vacation, you have to manage a lot of different details. You need to book a flight and find a time and a fare that work best for you. You have to plan to take off from work and let your bosses know how long you’ll be gone. And then comes the most fun part of planning: You ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/openproject-vs-redmine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/openproject-vs-redmine/AdviceFri, 19 Jan 2024 08:26:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Outline your marketing goals Gauge your audience Identify your brand ambassador types Outreach and onboarding Keep track of your goals and reach In the era of social media, audiences are relying more on honest, relatable content from influencers to learn about the products they’r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-ambassador-marketing-strategy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-ambassador-marketing-strategy/AdviceFri, 19 Jan 2024 08:22:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Not taking cybersecurity seriously can have major consequences: In 2022, each cybersecurity data breach cost an eye-popping $9.44 million on average.  And while a financial loss of that size can be devastating to many organizations, money isn’t the only issue. Companies also suffer a loss o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cybersecurity-questionnaires/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cybersecurity-questionnaires/AdviceThu, 18 Jan 2024 13:36:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Hacking your workflow is all the rage right now, and for good reason. With productivity-boosting tools like Jotform Enterprise, you can automate away routine tasks that once took ages to complete. From sending fewer emails to eliminating manual data entry and automating workflows, we’ve got you ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-hacks-from-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-hacks-from-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseWed, 17 Jan 2024 13:18:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to Jotform and open the Form Builder Choose Add Form Element Choose Image to add an image element Click on Choose a File Choose how you’ll add your image Adding photos to online forms can make them more effective. If you’re surveying customers, uploading photos of potentia...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-upload-a-photo-to-an-online-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-upload-a-photo-to-an-online-form/AdviceWed, 17 Jan 2024 07:56:24 +0000<![CDATA[ How would you rate your experience with our business today? How well did we cater to your needs? What do you like most about our product? How often do you use our product? How easy is it to navigate our website? How do you like our mobile experience? How did you learn about our ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/e-commerce-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/e-commerce-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 17 Jan 2024 07:53:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Business owners everywhere understand how crucial good customer service is, since a happy customer means a returning customer. But not every company has the resources to hire and train a dedicated customer experience team that’s where Horatio steps in. A customer experience outsourcing firm, Ho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-horatio/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-horatio/Customer StoriesWed, 17 Jan 2024 07:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Forms is a free web-based tool for creating and administering online surveys and other forms. It’s part of the larger suite of Google applications, which includes Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides, among other tools. The Google suite of tools is free to use for any Google personal account, as ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-superscript-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-superscript-in-google-forms/AdviceTue, 16 Jan 2024 08:26:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Everyone wants to stand out in the workplace, but many of us don’t know where to start. Whether you’re dealing with massive organizational charts, bureaucratic workflows, or pressure from wearing so many hats, it’s easy to feel like there’s nothing more you can contribute. But what if there was ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-jotform-to-get-ahead-at-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-jotform-to-get-ahead-at-work/ProductTue, 16 Jan 2024 08:08:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Define and implement specific processes Identify incident alerts Educate and train employees Maintain open communication Implement change processes Leverage automation Many industries use incident management for everything from worker safety to system maintenance.  It’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/incident-management-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/incident-management-process/AdviceTue, 16 Jan 2024 07:33:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Vendor selection tools Contract management tools Inventory tracking tools Procurement tools are digital solutions that help businesses navigate purchasing and procurement processes quickly and easily. These tools can be as simple as an online form for a single task or as complex as a d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-tools/AdviceMon, 15 Jan 2024 10:40:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Segment your customer data early on Start a dialogue Create a customer loyalty program Use your analytics Develop detailed buyer personas Whether you’re running a small business or a corporation, understanding your customers who they are and what motivates them is essential if ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-to-know-your-customers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-to-know-your-customers/AdviceMon, 15 Jan 2024 10:36:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Interactive step-by-step tutorial With Google Forms, you can build and share web-based surveys and quizzes, then collect and review your responses, making it ideal for business owners, educators, and others. Deleting invalid or duplicate responses can help you keep things organized and maintai...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-recover-deleted-responses-from-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-recover-deleted-responses-from-google-forms/AdviceSat, 13 Jan 2024 07:34:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Quality assurance (QA) is an important part of the software development process. It’s with QA that organizations can identify bugs in their software and fix them to create an optimal user experience. The quality assurance team works closely with the development team to test the software before l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qa-process-documentation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qa-process-documentation/AdviceFri, 12 Jan 2024 11:18:31 +0000<![CDATA[ From travel to hospitality and tech to retail, every industry struggles with turning one-time customers into long-term fans. Keeping your customers engaged and interested in your business for as long as possible is no easy task. It requires unique strategies, careful planning, and flawless execu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-retention-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-retention-management/IndustriesFri, 12 Jan 2024 11:12:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Learn how you can leverage technology to unlock employee potential and create meaningful organizational change. Discover how to automate the processes and paperwork that get in the way of meaningful work while making it easier to collaborate on organizational goals. Watch our webinar, HR Automat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-hr-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-hr-automation/EnterpriseThu, 11 Jan 2024 10:40:54 +0000<![CDATA[ A brand is one of the most important assets a company has. Though it’s largely intangible, a brand encompasses how people view a business, what they identify it with, and how they talk about it with other people. Beyond a cool logo, clever tagline, striking color palette, or unique voice, a brand s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/domain-authority-301-rebranding/https://www.jotform.com/blog/domain-authority-301-rebranding/AdviceThu, 11 Jan 2024 07:59:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Growing your business is a constant, multifaceted process. Sometimes you’re looking for ways to make your day-to-day operations more efficient; other times you’re developing new products to expand your company’s roster of offerings. Outside of these, the most essential way to spur growth is through...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-lead-magnet/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-lead-magnet/AdviceWed, 10 Jan 2024 11:55:36 +0000<![CDATA[ 5 whys Flowcharting Process baselining Value stream mapping Hypothesis testing Cause and effect analysis SIPOC analysis Thought showers Business process maps Launching a process improvement initiative can seem daunting if you’re new to the concept. Identifying the pro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-tools/AdviceWed, 10 Jan 2024 11:54:22 +0000<![CDATA[ HireHop Texada Equipment rental with Jotform Yo!Rent Booqable EZRentOut Point of Rental Renting out equipment can be a daunting process. Sorting through customer paperwork, keeping tabs on inventory spreadsheets, and maintaining calendars isn’t exactly fun for most people. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/equipment-rental-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/equipment-rental-software/AdviceTue, 09 Jan 2024 08:38:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Backdropped by picturesque desertscapes and swaying palm trees, Chandler, Arizona is an idyllic, vibrant, diverse community located just southeast of Phoenix. With a lively downtown and easy access to outdoor recreation, Chandler embodies an active lifestyle. In 2020, the city looked to Jotform ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/city-of-chandler-goes-paperless-with-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/city-of-chandler-goes-paperless-with-jotform-enterprise/Customer StoriesTue, 09 Jan 2024 07:36:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Forms and select the form Click the Responses tab You’ll now see simple pie charts representing the responses To share, click Copy and paste the images where you’d like them to appear Interactive step-by-step tutorial Data drives today’s world, whether in making hig...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-pie-chart-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-pie-chart-in-google-forms/AdviceMon, 08 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Does the employee know how to effectively prioritize tasks? Does the employee inspire others? How does the employee provide positive feedback to their direct reports? What would you say are the employee’s greatest strengths? How well does the employee handle constructive criticism and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/360-degree-feedback-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/360-degree-feedback-questions/AdviceFri, 05 Jan 2024 07:44:06 +0000<![CDATA[ The quality of your survey data depends on many factors and the people you choose to collect data from are a significant factor! If you’re questioning the wrong people in relation to your goals, the data you collect won’t be very useful. This is where purposive sampling comes in. Many researche...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/purposive-sampling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/purposive-sampling/AdviceFri, 05 Jan 2024 07:41:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Teachers are driven by a desire to help students succeed. Digital tools like Gimkit and Kahoot! help educators empower their students to excel. Both platforms make learning interactive, but they approach this goal in different ways. Gimkit vs Kahoot! Gimkit excels in allowing students to take...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gimkit-vs-kahoot/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gimkit-vs-kahoot/IndustriesThu, 04 Jan 2024 08:16:24 +0000<![CDATA[ In a letter to his fiancée Felice Bauer, Franz Kafka once wrote, “time is short, my strength is limited, the office is a horror, the apartment is noisy, and if a pleasant, straightforward life is not possible then one must try to wriggle through by subtle maneuvers.” One of Kafka’s strategies fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-art-of-meta-scheduling-why-planning-your-planning-is-the-future/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-art-of-meta-scheduling-why-planning-your-planning-is-the-future/BackstageWed, 03 Jan 2024 15:09:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Recently, I met a journalist friend for coffee. She was visibly stressed. I asked what was wrong and she told me she’d just interviewed a story subject. It was her dream assignment, to craft a profile of this person. But the interview didn’t go well. The interviewee had requested that the interv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-automation-enhances-the-human-touch/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-automation-enhances-the-human-touch/BackstageWed, 03 Jan 2024 09:42:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Jumping in without setting a strategy Trying to appeal to everyone Failing to connect your updated brand with employee behavior Implementing branding inconsistently Sticking with outdated designs Taking the cheapest route Changing too much or not enough Skipping over messagin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/rebranding-mistakes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/rebranding-mistakes/AdviceWed, 03 Jan 2024 08:27:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you sometimes feel there simply aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything done? From projects to meetings to correspondence, countless tasks demand a lot of your time. One way to take care of some of those tasks is to hire a virtual assistant. A virtual assistant can take many administrat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-assistant-interview-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-assistant-interview-questions/AdviceWed, 03 Jan 2024 08:26:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Sign in to your Google account and open Google Forms Double click on the form Click on the Responses tab Click on the Individual tab Scroll through each response Click on the trash can icon Click Yes The response will be permanently deleted Interactive step-by-step tutor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-delete-responses-on-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-delete-responses-on-google-forms/AdviceTue, 02 Jan 2024 10:16:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Making referrals a core growth strategy Focusing on referrals for small businesses Encouraging referrals Making sure your customers are happy Leveraging influencers and brand ambassadors Marketing has become something of a science; digital marketing is now a speciality taught in ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-referrals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-referrals/AdviceTue, 02 Jan 2024 08:23:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Revisit and revamp your goals Act on your data Optimize your customer-facing image Automate manual actions The best business decisions are the ones that spark change change that elevates company culture, impresses clients, and generates more revenue. In an age where the business...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-sales-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-sales-process/AdviceMon, 01 Jan 2024 10:57:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Ensure everyone sets goals appropriately Align employee goals with broader targets Review goal progress Encourage coaching and mentorship Support appraisal process and compensation outcomes Did you know that performance management costs some companies as much as $35 million per y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-management-objectives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-management-objectives/AdviceMon, 01 Jan 2024 10:56:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Put rooms and teams in convenient areas Use a standard setup for all of your exam rooms Use a more efficient communication method for staff Prioritize the right patient tasks Automate Send out patient surveys Going to a hospital or clinic can be a nerve-wracking experience. Pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-workflow/IndustriesFri, 29 Dec 2023 11:02:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a customer persona Start with current customers Learn from digital analytics Dial in your niche Focus on product benefits Ask for customer feedback Watch the competition Consider common pain points Keep it simple Use lead generation forms Investing time, mon...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-your-target-audience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-your-target-audience/AdviceFri, 29 Dec 2023 11:01:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new table Decide how many columns to include Fill rows with action items Establish how columns are filled Adjust your view Integrate your tools Share the kanban board with your team Like most things in our lives, when work is out of sight, it’s probably out of mind...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-kanban-board/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-kanban-board/AdviceThu, 28 Dec 2023 11:44:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Provide incentive to drive conversions Identify your offer Perfect your landing page copy Focus on the landing page design Decrease your page load time Include a clear call to action Build trust in your offer Create an easy-to-use form Improve your thank-you page Optimi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-optimize-a-landing-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-optimize-a-landing-page/AdviceWed, 27 Dec 2023 14:19:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Start by creating a real estate website Explore search engine optimization Make it easy to capture contact information for leads Hold open houses Use direct mail Host a seminar or webinar Use social media Pitch notable listings to media contacts Look for additional press o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-real-estate-leads/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-real-estate-leads/AdviceWed, 27 Dec 2023 14:18:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Teamwork Endorsement Facilities Costs and budgeting Tennis tournaments are globally popular among competitors and spectators alike. The major tournaments like Wimbledon and the U.S. Open obviously generate a lot of excitement, but local tournaments also can have a large following....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-a-tennis-tournament/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-a-tennis-tournament/AdviceTue, 26 Dec 2023 07:51:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Determine your objectives Pick a sample and formulate questions Choose your methods Consider your variables Plan to debrief  Think about what you expect when you eat at a restaurant a good dining experience, of course, but also a clean restaurant, the right ambiance, and an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ux-research-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ux-research-plan/AdviceMon, 25 Dec 2023 08:33:17 +0000<![CDATA[ eMaint CMMS Hippo CMMS FMX OfficeSpace UpKeep Quickbase Nexudus Managing a facility requires vigilance and a carefully thought-out strategy. Whether you’re managing a hospital, retail plaza, office building, or a combination of different types of buildings, it’s vital to ha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/facility-asset-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/facility-asset-management/AdviceMon, 25 Dec 2023 08:32:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Effective hiring practices are critical for every business. But connecting with the best candidates requires a lot of time and resources from HR. Everything your hiring team does to recruit, train, develop, and retain the workforce is part of your talent management process. Regardless of the siz...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/talent-management-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/talent-management-process/AdviceFri, 22 Dec 2023 11:06:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a church website Use social media Encourage social check-ins Send email newsletters Post sermons and videos online Hold educational workshops Post events on Meetup Send postcards in the mail Create a mobile app Encourage word-of-mouth referrals Send inspiratio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-marketing-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-marketing-ideas/AdviceFri, 22 Dec 2023 11:05:46 +0000<![CDATA[ When you meet with a patient during an appointment, do you have enough time to collect a sufficient amount of health history? In a busy medical clinic, it often feels like visits are too short for a complete evaluation. If that’s your experience, you might consider implementing an online health ass...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-health-assessment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-health-assessment/IndustriesThu, 21 Dec 2023 07:49:07 +0000<![CDATA[ As commerce moves online, digital transactions are becoming more and more common. But the term “digital transaction” isn’t limited to only financial exchanges. Digital transactions can also be exchanges of documents or data between people and organizations that occur automatically without the use o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-transactions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-transactions/AdviceWed, 20 Dec 2023 07:48:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Limit access to data Implement USB device management Retain access to user accounts Recognize and investigate red flags Revoke access for exiting employees One of the biggest threats to your company’s data isn’t hackers. It’s your own employees. More employees are stealing dat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-prevent-data-theft-by-employees/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-prevent-data-theft-by-employees/AdviceWed, 20 Dec 2023 07:47:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Flip (formerly Flipgrid) Google Forms Socrative Mentimeter As the field of education has moved more toward relying on education technology (or EdTech), institutions have encouraged teachers to increase their use of technology in the classroom. In keeping with this greater...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-assessment-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-assessment-tools/IndustriesTue, 19 Dec 2023 08:40:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine if your government employees had an extra 240 hours per year what could they accomplish with all that time? Most likely your answer wouldn’t have anything to do with pushing paper. In an ideal world, you’d have them apply those hours to imagining and implementing ways to better serve the p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-workflow-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-workflow-automation/EnterpriseMon, 18 Dec 2023 11:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Keep your audience in mind  Focus on the big picture  Use visuals to highlight main points Think about how you’re presenting hard data Choose the best type of chart for each main point Collecting the right data and managing it correctly are essential to a successful bus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-presentation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-presentation/AdviceMon, 18 Dec 2023 11:27:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose a theme that fits your website content Pick a recently updated theme Opt for a lightweight theme Consider a theme that requires minimal plug-ins Select a theme that provides installation support Don’t shy away from paid themes Be strategic about choosing whether or not t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-wordpress-theme/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-wordpress-theme/AdviceFri, 15 Dec 2023 11:58:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you work in the C-suite, finance, marketing, or human resources, there’s a good chance you use workflows daily. A good workflow (which is just a fancy word for a series of orchestrated, repeated steps to complete specific work tasks) reduces errors, cuts costs, creates audit trails, streaml...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-workflow/AdviceFri, 15 Dec 2023 11:55:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Did you know that the human brain’s memory capacity equates to 2.5 million gigabytes? With all that free space, why not give yourself the gift of knowledge? It’s the gift that keeps on giving and costs nothing but your time. Here are five opportunities to invest in yourself and expand your Jotform ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-boost-your-jotform-enterprise-skills/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-boost-your-jotform-enterprise-skills/EnterpriseThu, 14 Dec 2023 13:04:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Why was 2023 such an exciting year for Jotform Enterprise? In addition to improving and expanding our platform, 2023 was the year of you, our fabulous customers. Your feedback fuels our innovation, and we’re incredibly thankful for your business and cooperation. This year, we were proud to annou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-platform-updates-of-2023/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-platform-updates-of-2023/EnterpriseThu, 14 Dec 2023 13:01:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Design a spreadsheet to contain all inventory information Fill out the spreadsheet with your information Create a par inventory sheet Take inventory in person Create a consistent schedule for inventory management Delegate inventory duties to the same employees Keep track of when...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-inventory-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-inventory-management/AdviceThu, 14 Dec 2023 08:19:40 +0000<![CDATA[ In your government agency, does the term “paperwork” still refer to actual paper? If so, your employees are likely encountering some document-related challenges in their everyday work, such as difficulty finding the documents they need or finding space to store them. If these scenarios ring t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-document-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-document-management/AdviceWed, 13 Dec 2023 10:43:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform has introduced its new SensePass payment integration. This tool can increase checkout conversion rates by offering shoppers their preferred way to pay, with 100-plus payment options including mobile wallets like Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and Venmo; cryptocurrency; and stored credit car...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-sensepass-jotform-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-sensepass-jotform-integration/ProductTue, 12 Dec 2023 08:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As you might have already noticed, it’s been another exciting year here at Jotform. When it comes to webinars, our busy year has included 28 live sessions, adding up to over 15 hours. We’ve used these webinars to demo new features, share best practices for Enterprise users, cover Jotform fundame...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/our-top-5-webinars-from-2023/https://www.jotform.com/blog/our-top-5-webinars-from-2023/ProductTue, 12 Dec 2023 07:35:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If your resolutions include growing your small business and learning to manage it more smoothly, check out “Automation made easy: Practical tips for small businesses in 2024.” In this session we partner with Thrive by Shopventory to talk about leveling up your forms and inventory management proc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-automate-your-small-business-in-2024/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-automate-your-small-business-in-2024/ProductTue, 12 Dec 2023 07:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If Jotform had a theme for 2023 it would’ve been a year of learning: learning from you, from each other, and from our data. Along with launching innovative products and features, we focused on projects that increased the platform’s functionality and improved customer education. This year saw ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-2023/https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-2023/ProductTue, 12 Dec 2023 07:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As a world-renowned academic and athletic institution, the University of Michigan needs little introduction. With approximately 50,000 students from all 50 states and 135 countries, the Ann Arbor-based university is recognized as one of the top-ranked public colleges in the United States. https...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-university-of-michigan-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-university-of-michigan-jotform-enterprise/Customer StoriesTue, 12 Dec 2023 07:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Begin your preparation offline Get the technical aspect right Make the paperwork automatic Group therapy is an effective alternative to traditional therapy sessions. It allows therapists to reach more people while creating an environment where clients can receive support from others go...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-facilitate-a-group-therapy-session-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-facilitate-a-group-therapy-session-online/IndustriesMon, 11 Dec 2023 12:25:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Peer evaluations are powerful tools for improving team performance and boosting employee development. Employees often value feedback from colleagues more than managerial feedback, and they are often more likely to take action on peer feedback. To get the most from peer evaluations, you need to s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/peer-evaluation-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/peer-evaluation-questions/AdviceMon, 11 Dec 2023 12:24:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Sign in to your Google Workspace Create or open an existing quiz Click the Settings tab Locate the Chromebook settings heading Click the turn on locked mode option With Google Forms, you can create quizzes your students can access online. These quizzes are a valuable way to moni...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-form-locked-mode/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-form-locked-mode/AdviceSun, 10 Dec 2023 08:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the form you want to translate Right click anywhere on the form Choose Translate Select the language you want Click Translate Interactive step-by-step tutorial You might use Google Forms for your business in many ways, from creating surveys for your employees to creatin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-translate-a-google-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-translate-a-google-form/AdviceSat, 09 Dec 2023 08:22:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Employee wellness is linked to lower turnover rates, lower healthcare premiums, and higher employee performance. In one 2024 study, 74 percent of surveyed HR professionals said they’d increased the amount of well-being support available to employees in the last two years.  Employee wellness...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-wellness-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-wellness-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 08 Dec 2023 11:45:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Ensure you’re offering competitive compensation Offer benefits and perks Foster a positive work environment Provide recognition and appreciation Encourage career development Support work-life balance Maintain clear communication Implement flexible scheduling Seek regular feedback Organi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-employee-satisfaction/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-employee-satisfaction/AdviceFri, 08 Dec 2023 11:44:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Quizizz and Quizlet are two digital educational tools that can reshape how students learn in classrooms and study sessions.  Many users appreciate Quizizz for its real-time, gamified quizzes that enhance classroom engagement. Others value Quizlet for its advanced flashcard-based learning ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quizizz-vs-quizlet/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quizizz-vs-quizlet/IndustriesThu, 07 Dec 2023 07:34:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tithe.ly My Well Ministry DONATION by Software4Nonprofits easyTithe Givelify Qgiv Donately For many churches, donations and tithes have traditionally made up a significant portion of the funds that keep their operations afloat. But churchgoing habits and society...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-giving-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-giving-app/AdviceWed, 06 Dec 2023 11:06:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Write clear and concise form instructions Embed forms directly into your website Use an appropriate template and design Enable conditional logic, error handling, and validation Promote trust and security Try A/B testing Generating leads online is the start of any successful sales proc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-conversions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-conversions/AdviceWed, 06 Dec 2023 11:06:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine you’re a doctor performing critical surgery on a patient who’s just been in a terrible car accident. There’s internal bleeding, which could potentially be fatal and will require intensive surgery. The patient also has a broken toe, which can be quickly treated. Which procedure do you tackle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-eliminate-half-of-the-tasks-from-your-to-do-list-using-a-revamped-eisenhower-matrix/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-eliminate-half-of-the-tasks-from-your-to-do-list-using-a-revamped-eisenhower-matrix/BackstageTue, 05 Dec 2023 12:37:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Personally identifiable information (PII), protected health information (PHI), credit card numbers, bank account numbers, and more many businesses collect this data for a number of reasons. Regardless of what type of sensitive data your organization collects and why, it’s vital to have security...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-way-to-collect-sensitive-information/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-way-to-collect-sensitive-information/AdviceTue, 05 Dec 2023 08:25:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Provide resources to support families Encourage parents to share information Host regular parent-teacher conferences Hold events to address educational challenges Consider language and cultural barriers Accommodate parent schedules Employ simple-to-use tech tools Recommend home-learning ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/parent-engagement-strategies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/parent-engagement-strategies/IndustriesMon, 04 Dec 2023 11:55:52 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re doing research to help you decide between Jotform vs Formsite, you already know how important forms, surveys, and questionnaires are to a business. Hands down, tools like these are the best way to engage your customers and prospects as well as connect with your employees and other stakeho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-vs-formsite/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-vs-formsite/AdviceMon, 04 Dec 2023 11:46:41 +0000<![CDATA[ The world of online education has exploded with new tools over the past few years. Among the most popular platforms are Google Classroom and Canvas. But which is the right fit for your educational needs? Let’s dig into each platform to help you decide. Google Classroom vs Canvas: The basics G...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-classroom-vs-canvas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-classroom-vs-canvas/AdviceFri, 01 Dec 2023 11:15:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Click the Set Up tab and select the Object Manager Select the object you want to add Open the Fields & Relationships tab and select New Open the Data Type list, select Lookup Relationship Open the Related To dropdown and select a Contact Enter information for Lookup Field Al...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lookup-field-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lookup-field-salesforce/AdviceWed, 29 Nov 2023 12:19:18 +0000<![CDATA[ The traditional classroom setting is no longer the only place to impart knowledge. Online learning platforms have become powerful tools for educators, trainers, and organizations to teach students in any location. Among these platforms, LearnWorlds stands out as a game changer in online education. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/learnworlds-pricing-plans/https://www.jotform.com/blog/learnworlds-pricing-plans/IndustriesMon, 27 Nov 2023 11:14:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with the IRS Look to GuideStar for help Visit the nonprofit’s website Call them up One of the best tools for getting a snapshot of a nonprofit’s financial health is the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) Form 990. Whether you’re a potential donor, a journalist, or just someone k...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-find-form-990-for-a-nonprofit/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-find-form-990-for-a-nonprofit/IndustriesMon, 27 Nov 2023 08:33:54 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re an organization with a member base such as an association, nonprofit, fraternity or sorority, school, or foundation you understand how difficult it can be to manage member relationships. Communication, online payments and donations, event registrations, and more can all get overwhelming...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/wild-apricot-vs-memberplanet/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/wild-apricot-vs-memberplanet/IndustriesFri, 24 Nov 2023 09:11:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Salesforce is the global leader in CRM software, and its survey solutions and integrations have exploded in popularity as more organizations look for tools to gather data that flows directly into the platform. But given the abundance of options, how do you select the right Salesforce survey tool...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-surveys-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-surveys-pricing/AdviceThu, 23 Nov 2023 10:57:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform OptinMonster WPForms SeedProd Thrive Leads Newsletter Constant Contact Icegram Express Looking for ways to encourage audience engagement with your business? One of the best ways you can do that is by starting an email newsletter. This subscription-based market...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-newsletter-signup-plug-in/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-newsletter-signup-plug-in/AdviceWed, 22 Nov 2023 14:31:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigating the maze of customer relationship management (CRM) tool options can be challenging. After all, the platform you choose can make or break your customer engagement strategy. As you research CRM platforms, you’ll likely come across two market leaders: Salesforce and SugarCRM. But how do ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-vs-sugarcrm/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-vs-sugarcrm/AdviceWed, 22 Nov 2023 14:26:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Linktree Carrd hoo.be about.me Flowpage by Flowcode Hypage Taplink Many people think that building an online presence with tools like Instagram is a piece of cake. I mean, how hard can it be to upload a couple of pictures each day, right? But anybody who’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/link-in-bio-instagram-tool/https://www.jotform.com/blog/link-in-bio-instagram-tool/AdviceTue, 21 Nov 2023 11:13:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Stripe PayPal Square Salesforce is a powerhouse in the world of customer relationship management (CRM) software, boasting a substantial market share. The platform enables businesses of all sizes to optimize their sales processes, manage customer interactions, and drive growth. One of t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-payment-gateways/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-payment-gateways/AdviceTue, 21 Nov 2023 10:58:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Black Friday is a time-honored tradition in the United States. In 2022, Black Friday sales totaled a record $9.12 billion despite concerns about inflation. But the tradition is changing. Now more than ever, shoppers are eager to find deals online and avoid crowded brick-and-mortar stores. If ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-black-friday-sale-forms-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-black-friday-sale-forms-with-jotform/ProductMon, 20 Nov 2023 11:33:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Black Friday is the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season, and we’ve got some helpful tips on how you can manage and optimize your sales using Jotform. Since the pandemic, many consumers have migrated to online shopping. In fact 58 percent of shoppers intend to shop online on Black Fri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-optimize-your-site-for-black-friday/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-optimize-your-site-for-black-friday/ProductMon, 20 Nov 2023 11:21:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Taking part in parent-teacher conferences is an effective way to take an active role in your child’s academic life. These brief meetings a couple times a year allow you to get updates about your child’s progress in the classroom, build a relationship with their teacher, get insights into their skil...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/questions-to-ask-at-parent-teacher-conference/https://www.jotform.com/blog/questions-to-ask-at-parent-teacher-conference/IndustriesFri, 17 Nov 2023 08:24:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Ready to level up your branding? With the Advanced Form Designer from Jotform Enterprise, you can go beyond preset color themes to tailor your form aesthetics and match your brand. In this blog, you’ll learn how to leverage our in-depth, no-code designer to customize individual buttons, fine-tun...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/advanced-form-designer-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/advanced-form-designer-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseThu, 16 Nov 2023 13:14:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Widgets are wondrous superheroes of automation waiting to be called upon to save the day. There are hundreds of widgets available through the Form Builder, ensuring you always have the right tool for the job, as the saying goes. You can use them to manage inventory, support analytics, create a plet...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/widgets-to-power-your-forms-with-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/widgets-to-power-your-forms-with-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseThu, 16 Nov 2023 13:11:45 +0000<![CDATA[ In a win-win for Jotform users and Solutions Partners, Jotform is proud to announce a partnership with Fiverr and its Fiverr Certified program. Fiverr Certified is a unique freelance marketplace full of Jotform Solutions Partners who have a certified seal of approval from Jotform. Now more than ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-fiverr-certified-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-fiverr-certified-program/ProductThu, 16 Nov 2023 11:33:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Tabular reports Summary reports Matrix reports Joined reports Reports are powerful tools to help sales, marketing, and customer support managers understand current trends in their operations, including where efforts are successful and where they fall short. Traditionally, reports can ta...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-report-types/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-report-types/AdviceThu, 16 Nov 2023 08:16:50 +0000<![CDATA[ For member-driven organizations, engagement is paramount. Without it, members may lose touch and eventually may lose interest. That’s why many organizations employ software-driven solutions that help automate engagement and keep member relationships alive. WildApricot is a cloud-based, all-in-on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/wild-apricot-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/wild-apricot-pricing/IndustriesThu, 16 Nov 2023 08:09:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Cost factors hit a tipping point Student power peaks Bite-sized credentialing and micro-education rules A diversity explosion fuels the global campus Choose your own education A turn toward teaching emerges Immersive learning accelerates Tech lands on campus It’s no surp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/2024-higher-education-trends/https://www.jotform.com/blog/2024-higher-education-trends/AdviceThu, 16 Nov 2023 07:28:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Your “contact us” page is your business’s first line of communication with a potential lead or concerned customer. Learning how to create a “contact us” page starts with understanding the purpose of your page and what best practices make it most effective. Once you understand the purpose of crea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/contact-us-page-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/contact-us-page-examples/AdviceWed, 15 Nov 2023 14:57:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Forms and select the form you want to edit Click the Settings tab Click the Responses dropdown arrow Find the Limit to 1 response option and toggle it on Interactive step-by-step tutorial Event planning and management requires an artful touch and a grueling amount o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-event-registration-limit/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-event-registration-limit/AdviceWed, 15 Nov 2023 08:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating forms that include your logo, match your branding, and fit your overall vibe is more important than just aesthetics: A well-designed form can help better convey your message and build trust with your users. And it can be a lot of fun to play around with colors and themes. To learn more,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-how-to-design-your-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-how-to-design-your-forms/ProductTue, 14 Nov 2023 12:38:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When Jotform released Jotform for Beginners: Get More Done with Powerful Forms, an illustrated how-to e-book, our team was already at work on a second volume. Online forms may be our foundation, but they support an array of advanced automation tools everyone should know about. Without further ad...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-for-beginners-volume-2/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-for-beginners-volume-2/ProductTue, 14 Nov 2023 12:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ How do you tell a story with data? Vancouver-based technology firm iTOTEM looks to answer this question. iTOTEM collects, processes, and simplifies large pools of data to provide clients with useful, actionable insights from raw data sets. Tasked with deploying online forms for client data colle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/itotem-analytics-jotform-enterprise-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/itotem-analytics-jotform-enterprise-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 14 Nov 2023 07:04:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Let’s face it: Form fatigue is real. We’re bombarded with surveys, order forms, RSVPs, information requests, and much more on a constant basis. After a while, things can get repetitive. If your organization’s form is too long or it looks…well, blah, your audience is going to bounce midway throug...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-themes-to-target-your-audience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-themes-to-target-your-audience/ProductTue, 14 Nov 2023 06:56:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re a seasoned Jotform wizard or a new member of our community, I hope to shed some light on the many ways users like you are growing their businesses with Jotform Store Builder and tackling everyday challenges in creative ways. Let’s take a step back for a minute. Over the last fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-jotform-users-are-growing-their-businesses-with-jotform-store-builder/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-jotform-users-are-growing-their-businesses-with-jotform-store-builder/ProductTue, 14 Nov 2023 06:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Coast Househappy Keeping track of the last time you rotated your car’s tires or cleaned your home’s furnace can get tricky, and overlooking maintenance needs can lead to expensive repairs. Staying on top of your business’s maintenance needs becomes even more complex. An...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/maintenance-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/maintenance-apps/AdviceMon, 13 Nov 2023 10:37:43 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s digital age, the education sector is going through a significant transformation. Technology platforms designed to enhance the teaching and learning experience are driving this change. Google Classroom stands out as a trailblazer among these platforms. Whether you’re an educator, a stu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-classroom-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-classroom-pricing/IndustriesMon, 13 Nov 2023 08:39:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Access Google Forms Start a new form Add questions to your form Customize form appearance Share your form Analyze form submission data Have you ever needed to collect information from a group of people? Google Forms is one of the answers. This tool allows you to create custom ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-google-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-google-form/AdviceSat, 11 Nov 2023 08:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ For many companies, the most important function of a business website is to generate leads that means collecting contact information from site visitors so you can turn them into customers. If your site runs on WordPress, one way to grab the attention of site visitors and increase the chances th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-popup-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-popup-form/AdviceFri, 10 Nov 2023 08:24:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys are a great way for organizations to gather feedback from customers, employees, partners, and other stakeholders. With this information in hand, an organization is in a better position to make decisions about the future of the business. However, designing a survey is no easy task. Determ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualitative-vs-quantitative-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualitative-vs-quantitative-questions/AdviceFri, 10 Nov 2023 08:17:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Annual performance reviews are so last year. Today, companies are shunning infrequent employee meetings in favor of a continuous feedback model a system that significantly increases how often employees and managers exchange feedback. In this article, we’ll take a close look at what continuous fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/continuous-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/continuous-feedback/AdviceThu, 09 Nov 2023 14:39:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Trello Notion Jotform Airtable Asana Favro ClickUp Picking the right project management app early on in a project is crucial. Once you’ve settled into using a tool to manage your notes or to-do lists, you’re committed to it. For example, if most of your daily routines ar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-management-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-management-app/AdviceWed, 08 Nov 2023 14:25:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Local and national security risks Organizational silos Insufficient resources Skills gaps A change-averse culture In most industries, the shift to implementing digital technologies (also known as digital transformation) appears to be well underway. Spending on digital transformat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-digital-transformation-challenges/https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-digital-transformation-challenges/AdviceWed, 08 Nov 2023 14:18:05 +0000<![CDATA[ A few years back, on Mother’s Day morning, I decided to prepare breakfast in bed for my wife. I chose Eggs Benedict for the recipe. It required poaching eggs and whipping up a smooth hollandaise, neither of which I had ever attempted. As I whisked the sauce and eyed the boiling pot of water, I star...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cognitive-load-theory-why-your-brain-needs-a-desktop-cleanup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cognitive-load-theory-why-your-brain-needs-a-desktop-cleanup/BackstageTue, 07 Nov 2023 11:53:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Today’s businesses run on data, so finding ways to streamline collecting and managing that data is critical to success. Google Forms has emerged as a go-to solution for businesses, nonprofits, educators, and other professionals looking to administer surveys, gather feedback, or collect information....]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-autofill-a-google-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-autofill-a-google-form/AdviceTue, 07 Nov 2023 07:55:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Processing and managing records and documents are key elements of operating any government department. Departments need a defined, efficient, and accurate record management process to avoid lost data, operational errors, and other potential problems. Building a solid record management process all s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-record-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-record-management/AdviceTue, 07 Nov 2023 07:46:01 +0000<![CDATA[ As a healthcare provider, you know how important patient referrals are to your practice. Referrals help you grow your practice, and they help demonstrate that you’re providing quality care to your patients. However, tracking patient referrals can be a challenging and time-consuming task, especially...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-track-patient-referrals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-track-patient-referrals/IndustriesMon, 06 Nov 2023 06:53:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Increased searchability Greater transparency Automated workflows Reclaimed office space Minimized security risks Reliable backups Increased compliance Heightened productivity Following in the footsteps of the private sector, an increasing number of public sector organizations are st...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-electronic-records-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-electronic-records-management/AdviceMon, 06 Nov 2023 06:47:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigate to Settings and select Issues Click Create Custom Field Choose Advanced and select Multiple Users/Groups Once you’ve established your approvers, select Next Give custom field a name and description Select Update after confirming the locations Select Workflows Select ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jira-multiple-approvers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jira-multiple-approvers/AdviceSun, 05 Nov 2023 08:26:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Sign up for a Docusign developer account Enter the JavaScript editor Code Docusign JavaScript and create an envelope Use JavaScript as a template to modify your needs Utilize the EnvelopeViews: createRecipient endpoint Use JavaScript and HTML to customize document The majority...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-embed-docusign-in-website/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-embed-docusign-in-website/AdviceSat, 04 Nov 2023 12:20:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Visitors to your site don’t always know where to find all the important features you’ve laid out for them. Sometimes, you need to direct them where you want them to go. In those moments, it can be helpful to have a popup ready with useful information, links, and maybe even a special offer or two. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/popup-form-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/popup-form-examples/AdviceFri, 03 Nov 2023 10:43:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Workday Peakon Qualtrics Employee Experience Management SurveySparrow Leena AI WorkTango Quantum Workplace Paycor Paylocity UKG Pro Lattice Motivosity ClearCompany Officevibe Deel Employee engagement is one of the most important factors leadi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-pulse-survey-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-pulse-survey-tools/AdviceFri, 03 Nov 2023 10:32:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Forms, one of the most powerful free tools on the market for data collection, allows users to create customized surveys, quizzes, and forms with ease. It has become a go-to choice for educators, businesses, nonprofits, and other organizations to collect feedback and other critical informatio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-confirmation/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-confirmation/AdviceThu, 02 Nov 2023 10:37:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Facilitate transparency with the right technology Create a culture of transparency Use language carefully Provide an avenue for feedback Communicate through multiple channels Over the past several years, the United States has seen an uptick in civic engagement. People want to know what...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-transparency/https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-transparency/AdviceThu, 02 Nov 2023 07:52:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Trust and confidentiality are crucial elements that underpin the doctor-patient relationship. This trust forms the foundation for effective healthcare, enabling patients to disclose their medical history and symptoms freely, without fear of judgment or repercussions. To protect this essential bond,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-doctor-patient-privilege/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-doctor-patient-privilege/IndustriesWed, 01 Nov 2023 09:03:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Create clear guidelines for suggestions Promote the program Decide on incentives Consider your work culture The best employers strive to create a business where processes run smoothly, employees are engaged, and customers are happy. But this isn’t the result of one person’s efforts ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-suggestion-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-suggestion-program/AdviceWed, 01 Nov 2023 08:59:47 +0000<![CDATA[ How well do you understand the mission of the church? Do you feel the church is sensitive to the needs of members? How satisfied are you as a member of our church? What’s one thing we could do to better achieve our mission? What do you enjoy most about attending services here? Do y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-survey-questions/AdviceTue, 31 Oct 2023 06:33:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Starting your own business can be a fantastic way to create financial independence and establish a career that you enjoy. By establishing a home services business, you’ll be providing homeowners with skills and services they need. You’ll also naturally create repeat customers, since homeowners ofte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-home-service-business-to-start/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-home-service-business-to-start/AdviceMon, 30 Oct 2023 07:48:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Is your mobile phone always within reach? For most people, I’d be willing to bet the answer is yes. Even if you aren’t part of the millennial generation (who spend nearly a quarter of every day on their phones), you’re still likely using your phone fairly frequently to communicate with friend...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-government/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-government/AdviceMon, 30 Oct 2023 07:39:32 +0000<![CDATA[ During the fourth quarter of 2023 alone, data breaches exposed over 8 million data records worldwide. That’s definitely cause for concern if your organization wants to protect its data and its reputation. If you collect data using Google Forms, as many organizations do, it’s important to know w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/are-google-forms-secure/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/are-google-forms-secure/AdviceSat, 28 Oct 2023 08:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Insufficient infrastructure Digital skills gaps Internal resistance to change Digital transformation is underway in almost every industry, from food services and hospitality to media, manufacturing, and more. Even local governments are taking the plunge into digitizing manual processes i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/local-government-issues/https://www.jotform.com/blog/local-government-issues/AdviceFri, 27 Oct 2023 08:15:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Zenefits Zoho People Bullhorn Ascender HCM Employee Navigator Employee management software gives businesses a comprehensive system for managing employee data and performance. By automating routine processes like time-tracking, payroll, and new-hire onboarding, these tools...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-management-software/AdviceFri, 27 Oct 2023 07:56:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Research the hospice market Formulate a referral strategy Develop a marketing strategy Create clear financial projections Running a hospice business requires a lot of empathy, as patients are facing their final days. However, you also need capital, operational know-how, management skill...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-business-development-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-business-development-plan/AdviceThu, 26 Oct 2023 11:22:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Givelify Tithe.ly Donorbox RebelGive The church collection plate has been a trusted and reliable donation tool for decades. But in today’s digital age, it’s not enough. Churches need to modernize their donation collection methods to reach a wider and more diverse audience. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-giving-for-churches/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-giving-for-churches/AdviceThu, 26 Oct 2023 11:16:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Allowing citizens to book services and pay bills online, enabling field workers to interact digitally, managing and tracking government records electronically all of these scenarios are characteristic of a digital government. A digital government uses technology to facilitate operations and mee...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-transformation-in-local-government/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-transformation-in-local-government/AdviceWed, 25 Oct 2023 11:21:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Online stores are booming and for good reason. From a consumer perspective, online stores provide the utmost convenience. You can shop for almost anything without leaving your house and have your purchases delivered to your doorstep. From an entrepreneurial perspective, online stores offer acces...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-an-online-store/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-an-online-store/GuidesWed, 25 Oct 2023 10:43:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand who your audience loves already Find experts to solve problems Tap into your audience more directly Ask previous guests to recommend other guests Use a specialized service The podcast industry is massive there are more than 5 million podcasts around the world, and podcaster...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-podcast-guests/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-podcast-guests/AdviceTue, 24 Oct 2023 10:46:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Upload your email list as a CSV file Send the survey to your email list Track answers using Assign Forms Send your follow-up email Schedule recurring reminders You’ve done the hard work of putting together a survey now it’s time to focus on maximizing the number of responses you get. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-follow-up-email/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-follow-up-email/AdviceMon, 23 Oct 2023 08:36:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Salesforce HubSpot Zoho monday.com When it comes down to it, marketing is all about building relationships with your prospects and customers. In order to have a strong relationship with anyone you have to know important details about them, such as what they value, wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-marketing/AdviceFri, 20 Oct 2023 10:56:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting donations Collecting RSVPs for events or subscribers for newsletters Fielding surveys Recruiting volunteers For churches and religious institutions, digital solutions can make it a lot easier to carry out various administrative tasks. In fact, many of these organizations ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-for-churches/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-for-churches/AdviceFri, 20 Oct 2023 08:44:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Communication with family Getting timely help Treating patient with respect Emotional and spiritual support Help for pain and symptoms Training the family to care for the patient At its core, hospice care is focused on ensuring the comfort of patients in their final days. This care ex...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-cahps-hospice-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-cahps-hospice-survey/AdviceThu, 19 Oct 2023 14:49:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a form with Jotform Click on the Publish tab Click on the Quick Share option Click the QR code icon under Share Form Click on Download Embed the image of your QR code QR codes have been around for more than two decades, and although many speculated that they were a fad ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-on-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-on-website/AdviceWed, 18 Oct 2023 11:39:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Daniela Colagrande runs a food cart in Amsterdam, and she does everything herself well, almost everything. She gets help from Teresa, her hand-painted cargo bike, which serves as her food transport and point of sale. Colagrande’s business is as small as they come, but with Jotform Store Builder...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-store-builder-helped-a-food-cart-go-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-store-builder-helped-a-food-cart-go-online/Customer StoriesTue, 17 Oct 2023 15:12:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Tinley Park Public Library plays a vital role in enriching its community with dynamic resources, exceptional service, and reliable information in a comfortable, welcoming space. Over the years, the library’s ability to respond efficiently to the needs of its community has greatly improved, s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tinley-park-public-library-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tinley-park-public-library-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 17 Oct 2023 08:45:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you have more projects in your pipeline than you can handle? Are your colleagues champing at the bit to get their mitts on a Jotform Enterprise license? We have excellent news. Jotform Enterprise Professional Services, designed to help you streamline onboarding, speed implementations, and sec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise-professional-services/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise-professional-services/EnterpriseTue, 17 Oct 2023 08:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ A new way to maximize organizational transparency, System Logs for Jotform Enterprise expands on our Activity Log feature to provide even more admin oversight. At a glance, you can track all the integrations and outgoing emails from your Jotform Enterprise instance and teams. Let’s look at how y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-system-logs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-system-logs/EnterpriseTue, 17 Oct 2023 06:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform The Knot RSVPify Zola Joy Sending out wedding invites is an exciting task it means your big day is approaching! But that doesn’t mean you can sit back and relax (yet). Managing those incoming RSVPs is an important component of wedding planning getting it right can help ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-wedding-rsvp/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-wedding-rsvp/AdviceMon, 16 Oct 2023 13:01:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose a waiver form Customize the template to suit your needs Navigate to the Publish tab Select Download QR Code You’re no doubt familiar with waivers if you run a business or provide a service that potentially includes risks. A waiver is a well-established legal tool that provide...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-waiver/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-waiver/AdviceMon, 16 Oct 2023 11:30:35 +0000<![CDATA[ The real estate market is unpredictable to say the least. As a real estate agent, you know that when the market is hot, you don’t have time to look through files to find client details. And when things are slow, you want to be able to spend more time connecting with leads instead of searching for t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/crm-real-estate/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/crm-real-estate/AdviceFri, 13 Oct 2023 11:51:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Log into Salesforce, then select Setup Click the Object Manager tab, then select the object you want to add Click Fields & Relationships, then select New Select Address, then click Next Customize the field label and name, then click Next Select the field’s visibility and edit access D...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-custom-address-field/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-custom-address-field/AdviceFri, 13 Oct 2023 11:45:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Click on Setup, then type “DKIM Keys” Click on Create New Key Select the RSA key size Enter unique names Enter your domain name and domain match pattern Click Save Publish both the CNAME and alternate CNAME records to your domain’s DNS Click Activate Whether you’re sending weekly ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-dkim/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-dkim/AdviceThu, 12 Oct 2023 11:01:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Automation features Plenty of integrations Strong security features Multiple ways of sharing forms Ease of use Knowledge is power, as the saying goes, and that couldn’t be more true for small business owners. The more you know about your prospects and customers, the more effectively...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-challenges/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-challenges/AdviceThu, 12 Oct 2023 10:46:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Log into Salesforce Go to the user record Locate the user Edit the user Deactivate the user Save changes Verify the deactivation When using Salesforce, you can’t completely remove user records or delete them from the system. The platform was intentionally designed like this to protec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/delete-user-or-deactivate-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/delete-user-or-deactivate-salesforce/AdviceWed, 11 Oct 2023 08:39:12 +0000<![CDATA[ In the digital age, data is the lifeblood of every organization. In fact, some experts claim it’s more valuable than oil. However, even if an organization has all the data in the world, it won’t matter if it’s not in a usable format. That’s where data entry comes in. Data entry is the process of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automated-data-entry/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automated-data-entry/AdviceWed, 11 Oct 2023 08:33:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you need to make business decisions or conduct academic research, surveys remain the best way to collect feedback and gain insight. Customer satisfaction surveys, for example, can help you understand what makes customers tick, while employee engagement surveys can shed light on ways to incr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-accuracy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-accuracy/AdviceWed, 11 Oct 2023 08:27:35 +0000<![CDATA[ In the corner of my home office, there’s a small brown sofa. The cushions are sunken, evidence of countless nights laying down and staring at the ceiling while I dreamed up my company, Jotform. One of the legs is chipped, a reminder of when we hauled the sofa from our third-floor walk-up to a movin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-art-of-imperfection-how-wabi-sabi-can-enhance-work-and-life-balance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-art-of-imperfection-how-wabi-sabi-can-enhance-work-and-life-balance/BackstageTue, 10 Oct 2023 13:08:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Open your Salesforce CRM interface Select the Jotform for Salesforce app Click on Create Salesforce Form Assign the Salesforce objects you want Click Publish In any typical business transaction, it’s essential to get the details right if you want your prospective customers to trust tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-in-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-in-salesforce/AdviceTue, 10 Oct 2023 07:01:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigate to the Stripe website and click on the Start now button Select Nonprofit organization as your business type Input your nonprofit’s legal information Link your nonprofit’s bank account to your Stripe account Explore Stripe’s customization options Before launching your donation page,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-for-nonprofits/IndustriesMon, 09 Oct 2023 11:10:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Zapier WPForms Gravity Forms Brilliant Web-to-Lead for Salesforce Integration for WooCommerce and Salesforce Salesforce-WordPress integration tools ensure your customer data makes it safely from your web forms to your customer relationship management (CRM) system. However...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-wordpress/AdviceMon, 09 Oct 2023 08:55:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform UserZoom Qualtrics CoreXM Hotjar dscout When was the last time you evaluated the user experience (UX) of your website, app, or software product? If it’s been a while or if there are any perceived problems from your users’ point of view statistics show you could be at...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ux-survey-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ux-survey-tools/AdviceFri, 06 Oct 2023 10:30:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose your Salesforce payment gateway Install and configure the gateway Set up Salesforce objects Plug it into your website or app In the era of e-commerce, a strong digital strategy and outstanding customer experience reign supreme. Platforms like Salesforce empower users to drive lea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-payment-processing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-payment-processing/IndustriesFri, 06 Oct 2023 08:36:22 +0000<![CDATA[ When you think of the word “traditional” in reference to a workplace, what comes to mind? You’ll likely think of old-school ways of working, following processes that haven’t changed for decades. Unfortunately, government agencies tend to fit this description, especially when it comes to back-office...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/traditional-government-vs-digital-government/https://www.jotform.com/blog/traditional-government-vs-digital-government/AdviceThu, 05 Oct 2023 08:00:52 +0000<![CDATA[ All of your Jotform Enterprise questions, answered. We’re happy to introduce our new webinar series: Enterprise Ask Me Anything. Chat with our Enterprise product experts via Zoom chat and get all of your Enterprise related questions answered, live. Interested? Check out our first Enterprise Ask ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotform-enterprise-ask-me-anything-sessions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotform-enterprise-ask-me-anything-sessions/EnterpriseWed, 04 Oct 2023 11:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you ready to grow your business using the world’s most popular customer relationship management (CRM) platform? Before you can harness the power of Salesforce, it’s important to understand how it works. At its core, Salesforce uses a data model that consists of different object types to stor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/standard-objects-in-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/standard-objects-in-salesforce/AdviceWed, 04 Oct 2023 07:59:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Embed your donation form on your website Offer online payment options Make your page easily shareable Add photos and videos Tell your story Your fundraising page is the net you use to capture donors and convince them to support your cause. That’s why knowing how to create a fundraising...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-create-a-fundraising-page/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-create-a-fundraising-page/IndustriesWed, 04 Oct 2023 07:48:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Industry: Professional Services Company size: Small Use cases: Online forms, lead generation, event management, creative asset collection, and support requests About Falcon Events produces a wide range of hybrid experiences and provides end-to-end event streaming solutions, includin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/falcon-events-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/falcon-events-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 03 Oct 2023 08:24:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Industry: Professional Services/B2B Company size: Medium Use cases: Project design request forms, RMA processing and troubleshooting, lead generation and warehouse management About A company that has been widely recognized as the creator of and leader in architectural audio, Sonance...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sonance-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sonance-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 03 Oct 2023 08:17:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Dreamforce 2023 is officially in the books. And we’re happy to announce that Jotform’s first participation in the event went off without a hitch. Salesforce’s annual Dreamforce conference is a massive event attended by 50,000 professionals from around the world. Other recaps will tell you about ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dreamforce-2023-recap/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dreamforce-2023-recap/ProductTue, 03 Oct 2023 08:06:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Industry: Nonprofit Company size: Medium Use cases: Online forms, funding applications, collecting votes, membership applications About This nonprofit provides its community with a point of access to charities, social enterprises, volunteer organizations, and public social partnerships ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/uk-charity-fund-application-process-with-jotform-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/uk-charity-fund-application-process-with-jotform-salesforce/Customer StoriesTue, 03 Oct 2023 07:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re still celebrating the recent debut of Jotform for Salesforce. But with Jotform, there’s always more to come. Today we’re excited to tell you about our newest enhancement to your Jotform for Salesforce workflow Salesforce form templates. Accessible within your Salesforce workspace, just li...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-150-salesforce-form-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-150-salesforce-form-templates/ProductTue, 03 Oct 2023 07:13:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The year was 2019. And a popular presidential candidate had just fired a shot across the bow to all of us who work in the online form industry. See the video below. Trigger warning. https://youtu.be/YPmBq56_n-U Now, of course, Senator Sanders wasn’t referring to lead forms when he said t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-to-improve-lead-capture-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-to-improve-lead-capture-forms/ProductTue, 03 Oct 2023 06:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When hopeful home buyers fall just short of loan approval, mortgage professionals refer them to Uqual, a comprehensive loan readiness company that uses the latest technology and techniques to prepare clients for their next home loan opportunity. Since Uqual works with thousands of mortgage profe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/uqual-uses-jotform-salesforce-to-help-home-buyers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/uqual-uses-jotform-salesforce-to-help-home-buyers/Customer StoriesTue, 03 Oct 2023 06:39:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Scentsy, a digital retail business centered on fragrance products that are designed to enhance everyday life, provides an easy way for anyone to make a little extra cash from the comfort of their own home. Learning how to start selling Scentsy offers you the chance to make a career that fits around...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-selling-scentsy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-selling-scentsy/AdviceMon, 02 Oct 2023 12:25:20 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s world, excellent customer relationships are key to success. Salesforce is a powerful customer relationship management (CRM) platform that offers tools to manage sales, service, and marketing activities engaging customers at a deeper level. But figuring out how to realize its full pote...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-consulting-companies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-consulting-companies/AdviceMon, 02 Oct 2023 12:12:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new form Give a name, description and set a theme to your form Start creating questions Turn on response validation Enhance your questions Set up Google Forms to give students the codes Interactive step-by-step tutorial Educators are always looking for ways to en...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-an-escape-room-on-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-an-escape-room-on-google-forms/IndustriesMon, 02 Oct 2023 11:24:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to your Salesforce account and select Setup Find the Object Manager tab Click Create, then select Custom Object Enter a name for your custom object Provide the plural form of your custom object’s name Select the checkbox that says Launch New Custom Tab Wizard Click on Sa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-custom-object-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-custom-object-salesforce/AdviceFri, 29 Sep 2023 08:25:22 +0000<![CDATA[ The process of getting to know your clients should start before they ever even walk through your door or log on for their first appointment. By having them fill out a comprehensive psychology survey in advance of their first session, you’ll be able to gauge their needs, challenges, and opportunitie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/psychology-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/psychology-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 29 Sep 2023 08:19:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Build your relationship map Customize it Expand it Organize it Keep your map updated Managing customer relationships efficiently is a top priority for any organization. Salesforce, one of the leading customer relationship management (CRM) platforms, offers a robust set of tools to help...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-relationship-map/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-relationship-map/AdviceThu, 28 Sep 2023 08:49:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose from one of Jotform’s form templates Go to the Settings tab, then click Conditions Select the condition you need Fill out the fields Save the form Click on the Publish tab and then Platforms Search for and click on WordPress.org Click Copy Code On a WordPress Post p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/conditional-form-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/conditional-form-wordpress/AdviceWed, 27 Sep 2023 13:21:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Marketers, sales professionals, and other business leaders wish they could look into a crystal ball to see the thoughts, preferences, and needs of their customers. While this magic doesn’t exist, surveys can be the next best thing. By collecting feedback directly from customers through surveys, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-bias/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-bias/AdviceWed, 27 Sep 2023 13:19:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new form with Jotform Under Basic Elements, click Short Text Choose Create or Update a record Select an object from the list Map your form fields to the corresponding data fields Click Save Action, and Save Integration, then Finish Want to make a note for your sales t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/notes-object-in-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/notes-object-in-salesforce/AdviceWed, 27 Sep 2023 11:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Over the years, Salesforce has become an essential tool for businesses of all sizes to manage customer relationships. However, as companies continue to build out their Salesforce ecosystem with custom applications and integrations, it’s become more important than ever for teams to familiarize thems...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/application-lifecycle-management-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/application-lifecycle-management-salesforce/AdviceMon, 25 Sep 2023 11:42:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Put someone in charge Get your policies in order Open the brokerage account Prepare your website Have a plan for the stock Nonprofits often have many different revenue streams. Funds may come from cash donations, bequests, and fundraising events, to name a few. Nonprofits can also rece...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-stock-donation/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-stock-donation/IndustriesMon, 25 Sep 2023 11:41:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Lead conversion in Salesforce is an essential function in the workflow of many sales teams. Entering quality leads, qualifying them promptly, and converting them into contacts, accounts, and sales opportunities can all lead to better sales results and higher revenue. Lead conversion is a commonl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-conversion-in-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-conversion-in-salesforce/AdviceSat, 23 Sep 2023 11:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ DocuPhase SharePoint Confluence Box Keeping contracts, invoices, financial documents, legal documents, employee records, product documentation, and other essential records organized is a big task. Record management software can help you save time and streamline your processes. Qu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/record-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/record-management-software/AdviceFri, 22 Sep 2023 08:44:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Formstack SurveyMonkey Qualtrics Wootric SimpleSurvey Salesforce, a top customer relationship management (CRM) software platform, is an essential tool for many businesses. However, a key factor in managing customer relationships is collecting and analyzing feedback, which...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-survey-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-survey-tools/AdviceFri, 22 Sep 2023 08:40:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Leads are the key to unlocking your company’s sales potential. Without a way to capture leads in your customer relationship management (CRM) system, your team could lose out on potential revenue. If you use Salesforce as your CRM, effective Salesforce lead capture is an essential part of your opera...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-lead-capture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-lead-capture/AdviceThu, 21 Sep 2023 14:04:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Salesforce SAP Odoo Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Sage Intacct Acumatica Certinia ERP Cloud TallyPrime Brightpearl Epicor In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, staying agile is no longer just a strategy it’s a necessity. Enter NetSuite, a behem...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/netsuite-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/netsuite-alternatives/AdviceThu, 21 Sep 2023 12:38:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Create or open the parent object Select Add an Object dependent on, then choose Attachment object In the field mapping section, map the ParentID Map the remaining required fields Looking to upload files like documents, images, and videos to your Salesforce records? Salesforce Attach...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-attachment-object/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-attachment-object/AdviceWed, 20 Sep 2023 13:36:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Documents are the lifeblood of just about every organizational process, facilitating communication, recordkeeping, legal compliance, and so much more. But creating all those documents seamlessly and efficiently can be time-consuming. That’s where document generation comes in. Document generation...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-generation-in-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-generation-in-salesforce/AdviceWed, 20 Sep 2023 12:56:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform SurveySparrow Tally Forms SurveyMonkey Paperform Typeform Wufoo SmartSurvey Pollfish Alchemer If you have a website, you likely need forms order forms, contact forms, registration forms, and more. Data collection tools such as AidaForm are designed to m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/aidaform-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/aidaform-alternatives/AdviceTue, 19 Sep 2023 11:34:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting and organizing donor data is an essential but tedious aspect of nonprofit work. For many organizations that use Salesforce, this can mean hours of manual data entry that ultimately could result in misspellings and other errors. This is what makes a Salesforce donation management solution...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-donation-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-donation-management/IndustriesSat, 16 Sep 2023 11:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Digital transformation has been happening in the private sector for many years, with industries like retail, hospitality, and even healthcare using modern technology to improve processes and performance. In fact, 91 percent of businesses are engaged in some type of digital initiative.  Whil...]]>https://www.jotform.com/government-digital-transformation/https://www.jotform.com/government-digital-transformation/GuidesFri, 15 Sep 2023 08:12:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Companies of all sizes and across all industries trust Salesforce to help them run their businesses. From CRM tools to logistics management and more, the technology has evolved to become an all-encompassing business solution that employees and managers alike want to learn more about.  Sales...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-event/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-event/AdviceWed, 13 Sep 2023 07:36:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Donorbox Stripe Square Bloomerang Authorize.net Donately Qgiv Fundly Snowball Givebutter When you’re running a nonprofit, a quality, trusted payment processor is a must. After all, your payment processor plays a key role in your ability to receive online donations,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/alternatives-to-paypal-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/alternatives-to-paypal-for-nonprofits/IndustriesTue, 12 Sep 2023 08:39:03 +0000<![CDATA[ A sound process for tracking and nurturing leads and opportunities is crucial for driving sales growth. Luckily, Salesforce can help by providing businesses with the tools they need to effectively manage their sales pipeline from lead to closed deal. Without clarity on the distinction between a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-vs-opportunity-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-vs-opportunity-salesforce/AdviceMon, 11 Sep 2023 06:20:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Oral reading tests or other decoding skills assessments Observational notes on changes in behavior Tracking the frequency of certain behaviors Functional ability checklists A record of time spent on-task Formative assessments to track skills Special education students have uni...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/progress-monitoring-special-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/progress-monitoring-special-education/IndustriesMon, 11 Sep 2023 06:17:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer relationship management (CRM) software has been a boon for revenue growth and efficiency in every industry, but it’s only effective when you have clean and well-maintained databases. Managing duplicate records is critical to ensuring data accuracy and integrity, even in advanced platforms ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/duplicate-management-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/duplicate-management-salesforce/AdviceSun, 10 Sep 2023 08:30:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform HubSpot’s WordPress plug-in WPForms Formidable Forms Poll, Survey & Quiz Maker Plugin by Opinion Stage Poll Maker Gravity Forms Modal Survey Most people form their opinion of a website in the blink of an eye in under 0.05 seconds, in fact. That’s an alarming...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-poll-plug-in/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-poll-plug-in/AdviceFri, 08 Sep 2023 07:21:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Name Business name Federal tax classification Exemptions Address Taxpayer identification number Certification When you’re running a nonprofit, you need to complete many different types of forms. One of those forms may be the Form W-9, or the Request for Taxpayer Identificat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-does-a-nonprofit-fill-out-a-w9/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-does-a-nonprofit-fill-out-a-w9/IndustriesFri, 08 Sep 2023 07:12:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Click the Action dropdown, and select View in the OAuth-connected app Click Generate in the Initial Access Token Click Regenerate Select Click to reveal Register this initial access token In an era when information security is a massive priority for businesses, more companies are looki...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-authentication-token/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-authentication-token/AdviceThu, 07 Sep 2023 11:26:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Kudos to you if your company is planning a Net Promoter Score (NPS) survey to assess customer loyalty and engagement. Customer loyalty is crucial for sales, considering that personal recommendations are the top driver of consumer purchase decisions across every stage of the buying cycle. But now...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/whats-a-good-nps-score/https://www.jotform.com/blog/whats-a-good-nps-score/AdviceWed, 06 Sep 2023 08:39:29 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s competitive landscape, most companies can’t survive without some sort of sales automation technology particularly customer relationship management (CRM) software. The past few decades have seen an evolution in tech-supported sales, and Salesforce has emerged as the leading platform for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-pricing/AdviceWed, 06 Sep 2023 06:56:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Salesforce is the most robust and comprehensive sales, marketing, and operations based CRM solution available. The limits of what you can do with your customer data once it’s in Salesforce are bound only by your imagination and skill in navigating the ecosystem.  But no two organizations ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-for-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-for-salesforce/ProductTue, 05 Sep 2023 10:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As you can probably tell, we are very excited about launching Jotform for Salesforce. This new app has broad implications for automating your sales process. With Jotform for Salesforce you can easily build lead forms that sync directly to your Salesforce account, saving you time and giving you more...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-for-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-for-salesforce/ProductTue, 05 Sep 2023 10:29:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting data for Salesforce just got easier. We’re excited to announce that Jotform Enterprise is now available on the Salesforce AppExchange. You can build beautiful forms, e-signature documents, and powerful workflow automations within your Salesforce environment, all with the same user-fri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise-is-on-the-salesforce-appexchange/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise-is-on-the-salesforce-appexchange/EnterpriseTue, 05 Sep 2023 08:37:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Want to automate your routine financial business processes? What about streamlining your customer experience with automation and beautiful branding at every client touchpoint? Watch our webinar to learn how you can save hours of time and create customized client experiences with Jotform Enterpri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-ways-automation-helps-financial-services-firms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-ways-automation-helps-financial-services-firms/EnterpriseTue, 05 Sep 2023 08:35:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If data is an organization’s fuel, sales and marketing make up the engine that propels it forward. Yet, according to Salesforce, only 28 percent of a sales rep’s week is spent selling. Why? Too much manual work and time spent navigating systems to get things done. This struggle isn’t unique to s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-automate-with-salesforce-and-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-automate-with-salesforce-and-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 05 Sep 2023 08:34:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The countdown has begun for one of the most anticipated events of the year in the tech world Dreamforce 2023. This event sets the global stage for innovation, networking, and much more! Jotform is thrilled to announce that we’re a Dreamforce sponsor this year. With exciting activities lined up,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-is-at-dreamforce-2023/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-is-at-dreamforce-2023/ProductTue, 05 Sep 2023 07:38:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to your Salesforce account Navigate to the App Launcher Find the AppExchange in the App Launcher When Salesforce launched in 1999, it provided just one business solution: a cutting-edge customer relationship management (CRM) platform designed to help companies streamline their s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-access-appexchange-in-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-access-appexchange-in-salesforce/AdviceMon, 04 Sep 2023 08:22:39 +0000<![CDATA[ PayPal Givebutter Zeffy Stripe Helcim iATS Payments When was the last time you had cash on you? If you’re like most people who get this question, your answer is probably that you don’t carry it. For most people, cash now takes a backseat to its plastic counterpart. That’s why acc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-credit-card-processing/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-credit-card-processing/IndustriesMon, 04 Sep 2023 08:16:49 +0000<![CDATA[ At Dreamforce, Salesforce’s annual conference and meeting of the minds, you’ll hear the world’s most renowned business leaders and entertainers speak. You’ll also enjoy incredible musical acts, insightful sessions, and networking, as well as learn the newest AI developments. What is Dreamforce? ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-things-to-do-in-san-francisco/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-things-to-do-in-san-francisco/AdviceMon, 04 Sep 2023 07:14:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Extending Salesforce functionality Improving integration Enabling greater customization Creating a trusted marketplace Streamlining app discovery Building community Increasing scalability In 1999, when customer relationship management (CRM) software was still in its infancy, develope...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-the-purpose-of-appexchange-in-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-the-purpose-of-appexchange-in-salesforce/AdviceFri, 01 Sep 2023 07:27:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Standardized testing Formative assessments Summative assessment Interviews and focus groups Evaluation plays a critical role in every industry, company, and institution helping stakeholders determine how effective their current approach is in helping them achieve their desired goal. Ar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/evaluation-in-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/evaluation-in-education/IndustriesFri, 01 Sep 2023 07:25:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Qualaroo Formstack GetFeedback Qualtrics LimeSurvey Typeform ProProfs Survey Maker If you’re interested in increasing sales, gaining a loyal customer base, and keeping customers happy, customer feedback can make or break your success. Luckily, 83 percent of al...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survicate-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survicate-alternatives/AdviceThu, 31 Aug 2023 06:46:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Eventbrite Eventzilla Ticketbud Ticket Tailor Every nonprofit needs appropriate funding to work toward fulfilling its mission. If your nonprofit wants to fundraise through hosting events, you’ll need ticketing software to help you manage registration and donations efficie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-ticketing-software/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-ticketing-software/IndustriesTue, 29 Aug 2023 14:29:04 +0000<![CDATA[ On the northwest coast of Turkey, my extended family has an olive farm. I try to travel there at least once a year to take part in the harvest. To most people, the farm probably looks like rows of trees, occasional piles of rocks, and mountains in the background. On a material level, that pretty...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/deconstructing-the-genius-loci-how-spirit-of-place-influences-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/deconstructing-the-genius-loci-how-spirit-of-place-influences-productivity/BackstageTue, 29 Aug 2023 12:11:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve been exposed even a little to the sales and marketing components of a business, you’ve heard of Salesforce and for good reason. Salesforce helps companies increase metrics that are important for their profitability, like sales efficiency and customer engagement. Salesforce AppExchange...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-salesforce-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-salesforce-apps/AdviceTue, 29 Aug 2023 12:07:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a Zapier account Click the Make a Zap button Select Google Forms as your trigger app Select the trigger event Follow the on-screen instructions Select Salesforce as your “action app” Select the action event to perform in Salesforce Map the fields from your Google Form trigger Test...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-forms-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-forms-salesforce/AdviceTue, 29 Aug 2023 10:59:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a PayPal for nonprofits business account Log in to your PayPal nonprofit business account Click on Business Tools Click Get Started Create a Venmo account or log in to your existing Venmo account Build your charity profile Preview your profile Click Publish When your nonprofi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-set-up-venmo-for-nonprofit/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-set-up-venmo-for-nonprofit/IndustriesMon, 28 Aug 2023 07:35:06 +0000<![CDATA[ One to One Health discovered Jotform Enterprise when searching for a solution to support the Tennessee Valley Authority’s response to COVID-19. Since then, the organization has expanded its use of Jotform Enterprise across several processes and clients. Customer sinceIncrease in adherence rateFo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-one-to-one-health/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-one-to-one-health/Customer StoriesWed, 23 Aug 2023 07:26:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Vevox AhaSlides Paperform Socrative Kahoot! Classroom response systems are quickly becoming commonplace tools in education. These platforms allow teachers to engage their students in a number of interactive ways, often in real time. With the rapid rise of the edtech...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-response-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-response-system/IndustriesWed, 23 Aug 2023 06:53:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Review your permission settings and access rights Create the Microsoft Form Follow the instructions Consider investing in custom development Test the integration Regularly monitor the integration Ensure the integration complies with your local security and data privacy regulations Documen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-salesforce-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-salesforce-integration/AdviceTue, 22 Aug 2023 12:47:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Sad desk lunch. Chances are you’ve heard the phrase. It refers to the highly American phenomenon of eating lunch al desko day after day. Studies have found that 65% of Americans either eat at their desk or don’t break at all for lunch. It aligns with today’s overwhelming hustle culture, aka the bus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-take-that-productivity-hack-one-step-further/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-take-that-productivity-hack-one-step-further/BackstageTue, 22 Aug 2023 10:24:29 +0000<![CDATA[ United Way of Roanoke Valley (UWRV) has a vision to elevate 10,000 families to self-sufficiency by 2030. To do this, staff survey the community to identify needs and work with partner organizations to enhance access to childcare, healthcare, and education. UWRV’s database manager, Becky Dudley, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-united-way-roanoke-valley/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-united-way-roanoke-valley/Customer StoriesTue, 22 Aug 2023 08:25:29 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re excited to announce a new way to fundraise with Jotform: Donation Apps, featuring a powerful and user-friendly new app element, the Donation Box. A versatile and comprehensive mobile app solution, Donation Apps makes it easy for anyone to collect donations with a mobile app, no matter their i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-donation-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-donation-apps/ProductTue, 22 Aug 2023 07:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Nonprofits turn donations into action by fulfilling needs around the world. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce Jotform Donation Apps for Enterprise, a new, easy way to collect donations. There are many reasons to add a Jotform Donation App to your fundraising toolkit: The mobile properties o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-donation-apps-for-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-donation-apps-for-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 22 Aug 2023 07:07:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Sheets and create a new sheet Name your spreadsheet and list your inventory Add your current inventory numbers Go to the Tools menu and select Create a New Form Add the data fields you need to track Click on the three vertical dots to add a Response validation Manage...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-for-inventory/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-for-inventory/AdviceMon, 21 Aug 2023 09:06:48 +0000<![CDATA[ In the digital era, gathering feedback and conducting surveys have become essential aspects of market research, customer satisfaction analysis, and data collection. Online survey tools simplify the process, allowing businesses and individuals to create, distribute, and analyze surveys with ease. Tw...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveymonkey-vs-surveysparrow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveymonkey-vs-surveysparrow/Latest ArticlesMon, 21 Aug 2023 07:36:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new Gravity Form Click the field that you want to populate Select the Allow Field to be Populated Dynamically checkbox Enter the values you would like to use as a reference Online forms have made information-sharing and data collection more convenient than ever but what if...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dynamically-populate-gravity-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dynamically-populate-gravity-forms/AdviceSun, 20 Aug 2023 06:52:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Find your Google Form in Google Drive. Open the form. Click on Responses tab. Scroll down to see the summary analysis. Navigate to the Question tab below Responses. Navigate to the Individual tab. Interactive step-by-step tutorial Google Forms is a simple and effective fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-analytics/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-analytics/AdviceSat, 19 Aug 2023 14:21:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to the Jotform checklist maker page Log in or create a new account Click the Go to My Forms button Select Use Template Search for “checklist.” Select the template Once the form template loads, review each field Click the text box and edit Click each box and click the Properties button...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-digital-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-digital-checklist/AdviceFri, 18 Aug 2023 11:59:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with data Create easy interfaces Constant improvement The customer service experience is largely thought of as a concern of private businesses only. Companies have specific departments that deal with customer requests, technical support, and other consumer issues to ensure a posi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-service-in-the-public-sector/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-service-in-the-public-sector/AdviceFri, 18 Aug 2023 10:57:07 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re looking for a way to streamline your fundraising, check out Jotform Donation Apps. Whether you’re a nonprofit in the midst of giving season, a company doing an internal fundraiser for a local community, or an individual raising money to support your latest project, Donation Apps is here t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-introducing-jotform-donation-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-introducing-jotform-donation-apps/ProductThu, 17 Aug 2023 11:40:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand the legal requirements for your state Use the right tone Minimize confusion and questions Treat everyone fairly Pay attention to the date Offer contact information Letting an employee go usually isn’t a pleasant experience. In fact, it can be an emotional and overwh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/writing-a-termination-letter/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/writing-a-termination-letter/AdviceThu, 17 Aug 2023 07:06:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Meetings can be complicated; scheduling them shouldn’t be. That sentiment is especially true for government agencies, where meetings are required for everything from getting a driver’s license or passport to discussing new laws and creating new partnerships. But getting on someone’s calendar isn’t ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-scheduling-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/government-scheduling-software/AdviceWed, 16 Aug 2023 14:58:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the Form Builder Add an organization name and logo Add a title to your invitation and an event description Select the Add form element + button Choose the form fields you want your attendees to fill out Customize your invitation Select the Publish button Planning a baby shower c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-baby-shower-invitation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-baby-shower-invitation/AdviceWed, 16 Aug 2023 14:48:24 +0000<![CDATA[ I begin my day by plucking fistfuls of olives from their branches, knowing that each small oval fruit represents a source of oil and sustenance. I’m in my hometown in Turkey for the olive harvest. Together, with my family, we spend hours in the heat of the day, picking these stone fruits in batc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-should-build-more-awe-into-your-routine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-should-build-more-awe-into-your-routine/BackstageTue, 15 Aug 2023 16:14:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Going paperless is a goal for many organizations. Not only do paper-based processes cause a lot of unnecessary physical waste, but they also lead to a lot of wasted time. In fact, on average, employees who work in companies that use paper make 61 trips to the copier, fax machine, or printer every w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/eliminating-paper/https://www.jotform.com/blog/eliminating-paper/AdviceTue, 15 Aug 2023 13:16:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Enterprise GovPilot Zapier CivicTrack monday.com eScribe Almost every industry, from retail to hospitality, is in an era of digital transformation. The public sector is also going digital, with the goal of improving productivity for employees and enhancing services for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-digital-transformation-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-digital-transformation-tools/AdviceTue, 15 Aug 2023 13:06:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to Google Forms Select the embed option () from the Send Via toolbar Adjust the height and width Click the Copy button Go to your Wix site Select Embed Code Click on Embed HTML Click Enter Code to open the element Paste your embed code Select Update Learning how...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-google-form-in-wix/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-google-form-in-wix/AdviceTue, 15 Aug 2023 06:22:38 +0000<![CDATA[ In the risk-averse world of human resource management, many leaders search for ways to proactively improve day-to-day processes to be more productive and efficient at helping employees. The difficulty comes when these tactics run up against the natural levels of caution and security built into m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-hr/https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-hr/AdviceMon, 14 Aug 2023 07:15:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Drive and click the + New button Select Google Forms, then customize it to meet your needs Include a field in your form for the approver’s email address Make this field required by toggling on the Required button Click the three-dot icon and select Get add-ons Type “For...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-approval-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-approval-workflow/AdviceSat, 12 Aug 2023 14:24:33 +0000<![CDATA[ If you sell products, odds are worries about your inventory are lingering somewhere in the back of your mind. Sometimes though, the mundane tasks that keep track of the minutiae of your business deserve to be a bit more center stage. A 2020 study from research firm IHL Group jokingly asked, “Any...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-reorder-point/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-reorder-point/AdviceFri, 11 Aug 2023 06:33:52 +0000<![CDATA[ New hire onboarding processes Employee personal data Timesheets and scheduling Performance appraisals Time-off tracking Expenses Training records Human resources is a vital part of any organization. Whether you have two, 200, or 2,000 employees, you need to complete human r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-workflows/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-workflows/Latest ArticlesFri, 11 Aug 2023 06:30:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Student information Class, subject, and grade level Grades Comments/solutions Being a teacher has always been challenging and finding time to collect and manage student progress data can seem downright impossible. To tackle the challenge, some teachers use checklists to track assignmen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-progress-reports/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-progress-reports/IndustriesThu, 10 Aug 2023 06:26:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: best for building highly customizable feedback forms Poll Everywhere: best for gathering anonymous questions from students Ziplet: best for creating and collecting bell ringers and exit tickets Pear Deck Learning: best for integrating live feedback during presentations Format...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/feedback-tools-for-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/feedback-tools-for-teachers/IndustriesWed, 09 Aug 2023 07:19:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Would you like to spend less time on administrative paperwork and more time on student outcomes? Do you struggle with legacy tech systems and paper-based processes?   Join us for a webinar on Thursday, September 28, at 11 a.m. PT to learn how educators are saving hours of time and thou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-enterprise-edtech/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-enterprise-edtech/EnterpriseTue, 08 Aug 2023 17:33:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Anyone who’s ever embarked on the massive undertaking that is writing a book will tell you this: it’s not for the weak of heart. Your journey will involve copious amounts of coffee, endless nights of doubt, multiple drafts, tears, sweat, and blood. (Ok, this last one’s an exaggeration. But it ce...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-limitations-can-foster-innovation-and-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-limitations-can-foster-innovation-and-productivity/Latest ArticlesTue, 08 Aug 2023 12:07:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Online surveys have become an important tool for businesses and organizations to gather valuable insights and make data-driven decisions. With numerous options to consider, you might find it overwhelming to choose the right online survey tool to suit your needs. In this article, we compare two p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survicate-vs-surveymonkey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survicate-vs-surveymonkey/AdviceTue, 08 Aug 2023 06:34:12 +0000<![CDATA[ What do you most enjoy about the newsletter What do you least enjoy about the newsletter How satisfied are you with the newsletter’s overall layout What would you like to change about the newsletter What is your marital status, and do you have children What is your approximate annu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/newsletter-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/newsletter-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 07 Aug 2023 07:48:12 +0000<![CDATA[ How many hours do you work each week Which method of communication do parents use the most Do you agree or disagree with this statement Is this statement true or false for you What process within the school do you think could use some improvement How many lesson plans do you reuse ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teacher-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teacher-survey-questions/IndustriesMon, 07 Aug 2023 07:40:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to Google Forms Select Blank under Start a new form Add a title to your form Change the type of question Toggle on the Required switch in the bottom-right corner Click the Add question + symbol Repeat this process for each question Click the Send button Interactive s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/contact-us-google-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/contact-us-google-form/AdviceSun, 06 Aug 2023 06:44:50 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s world, we complete many digital interactions every day, ranging from basic text messaging to complex financial transactions. To maintain the security of this digital ecosystem and ensure everyone’s privacy, it’s crucial for technology companies, governments, and other organizations to es...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-for-digital-trust/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-for-digital-trust/EnterpriseFri, 04 Aug 2023 07:12:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Microsoft Forms Google Forms Poll Everywhere MicroPoll The classroom is no longer a place for one-way communication, where the teacher lectures the students without any engagement from their side. Instead, it’s now a place where students can communicate with their teacher a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-polling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-polling/IndustriesFri, 04 Aug 2023 06:46:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Forms and select the plus sign Add a title to your form Add your question and add Yes and No response options Make sure to toggle on the Required button Click the Add title and description button Move your new text box section above your first question Click Add sect...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-consent-form-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-consent-form-in-google-forms/AdviceThu, 03 Aug 2023 07:23:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new Google Form Click on the plus sign icon  Add your question in the Question field Click the dropdown menu to the right of the question field Select Checkbox grid Edit the table according to your needs Toggle on the option to Require a response in each row Cli...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/checkbox-grid-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/checkbox-grid-in-google-forms/AdviceThu, 03 Aug 2023 06:21:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Better conversion Higher student retention Personalized instruction Proactive approach Clearer understanding of correlation More transparency among stakeholders Longer-term relationships Data collection helps educational institutions gain a deeper understanding of their pro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-is-data-important-in-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-is-data-important-in-education/IndustriesThu, 03 Aug 2023 06:21:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Kahoot! Padlet Quizalize Flip Nearpod Plickers Socrative Gimkit Mentimeter Whether a student is in preschool or college or somewhere between, assessments are an important part of the learning process. Assessments give teachers a way to determine what studen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/assessment-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/assessment-apps/IndustriesWed, 02 Aug 2023 07:21:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Don’t remove elements that help people recognize your brand Don’t discount the emotional connection people have with your brand Don’t ignore your target market Don’t limit rebranding to visual elements Don’t oversell the magnitude of your rebranding Bad branding doesn’t just affect how...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/rebranding-fails/https://www.jotform.com/blog/rebranding-fails/AdviceWed, 02 Aug 2023 07:20:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Generate your payment link from your payment processor of choice Create or open your Microsoft Form Select Add new to generate a new question Choose the Text option Title your question Click on the three horizontal dots In the subtitle, insert your payment link Once your link...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-payment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-payment/IndustriesWed, 02 Aug 2023 06:57:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Create an intake and assessment form with Google Forms Link form submissions to a Google Sheet Establish the BMI calculator Interactive step-by-step tutorial In recent years, online form builders have become indispensable ways for dieticians and other health practitioners to save ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-for-bmi/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-for-bmi/AdviceWed, 02 Aug 2023 06:29:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Click New Form Click the Add new button, then select Choice Click the Insert, paste, or drag media button Select either the OneDrive, Upload, or Image Search tab Navigate to or search for your desired images Click the Open or Add button when finished Some people understand vis...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-multiple-choice-with-images/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-multiple-choice-with-images/AdviceWed, 02 Aug 2023 06:23:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new form or open an existing form Click the Collect Responses button Select the Embed icon Copy your embed code and paste it Adding an online form to your website, email, or social page allows users to directly interact with your brand without having to jump unnecessary hur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-microsoft-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-microsoft-form/AdviceTue, 01 Aug 2023 11:20:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify your audiences Link your internal and external marketing Get internal buy-in for the updated brand Start by documenting all of your relevant brand touchpoints Develop your rebrand story Set the schedule Rebranding takes a lot of work, so when the time finally comes to unveil ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/rebranding-rollout-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/rebranding-rollout-plan/AdviceTue, 01 Aug 2023 11:06:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Introduction:  In this interview, Jotform affiliate account manager Yaren Büyükdere talks with Çağrı Sarıgöz, founder of BizStack, LLC, a growth expert, a solopreneur, and an angel investor. They talked about the importance of automation for solopreneurs and how to become successful in affi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-solopreneur-interview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-solopreneur-interview/Customer StoriesTue, 01 Aug 2023 11:04:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Ask anyone about their hobbies and 9 times out of 10, you’ll hear: “I love to travel.” Travel is a global pastime and in the past decade, the travel industry has undergone a radical transformation, as repetitive tasks previously performed by humans  like searching, booking, and payments  are inc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-handle-repetitive-tasks-and-free-yourself-for-creative-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-handle-repetitive-tasks-and-free-yourself-for-creative-work/BackstageTue, 01 Aug 2023 10:41:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Online forms have streamlined the way people and organizations share and collect information in virtually every industry and use case. Thanks to digital tools like Microsoft Forms, people can easily participate in surveys, sign up for events, check in at their doctors’ offices, and so much more al...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-edit-response/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-edit-response/AdviceMon, 31 Jul 2023 11:40:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Coursera Udemy Skillshare When it comes to expanding your student body or giving your current students a versatile e-learning opportunity, choosing the best online learning platform is important. Online learning platforms offer different features and benefits, and choosing the right pl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-learning-platforms-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-learning-platforms-examples/IndustriesMon, 31 Jul 2023 07:43:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Conduct a website audit Track and survey your site visitor Optimize your top-performing pages Use software to create stunning forms While the saying “If you build it, they will come” applies to some scenarios, building a website isn’t one of them. Lead generation is complicated, strateg...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/website-lead-generation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/website-lead-generation/AdviceMon, 31 Jul 2023 07:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Netflix Instagram Facebook Uber New York City We live in a world surrounded by brands, and these days, they’re visible through far more than just logos and signage. Brand visual identity is a language that encompasses the aesthetics we associate with a company and its products, exp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-guideline-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-guideline-examples/AdviceFri, 28 Jul 2023 07:20:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform DonorsChoose 99Pledges BetterWorld RallyUp Fundly Kindful Classy SuperKind Raising funds for schools doesn’t have to be daunting. With the help of technology, it’s now easier than ever. Forget paper-based donation forms and counting cash by hand; online platfo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fundraising-platforms-for-schools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fundraising-platforms-for-schools/IndustriesFri, 28 Jul 2023 07:17:42 +0000<![CDATA[ A workflow is a system for accomplishing a particular goal, with steps that proceed in a particular order. Workflows appear in a wide range of contexts, from office work to manufacturing to a typical school day. In a publishing workflow, each piece of content may be different, but the steps you’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/publishing-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/publishing-workflow/AdviceThu, 27 Jul 2023 10:56:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Since its launch in 1999, Salesforce has established itself as a juggernaut of customer relationship management (CRM) and enterprise tools for the modern era. Now ranked in the top 150 of the Forbes 500 list, it’s a leader in software solutions for businesses all over the world. The success of S...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-builder-vs-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-builder-vs-workflow/AdviceWed, 26 Jul 2023 06:59:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Craft fair Sports day or field day School auction Shoe drive Raffles Parents’ night out Sell products Coupon books Cook-off Walk-a-thon Direct mail appeal Board game competition Talent show Holiday treat sale Battle of the bands Drive-in movie night ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/pta-fundraising-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/pta-fundraising-ideas/IndustriesWed, 26 Jul 2023 06:53:30 +0000<![CDATA[ The life of an entrepreneur can be tough. The life of a solopreneur, i.e. someone with a one-person business, can be even tougher. I know what that’s like. I was a solopreneur myself long before I started Jotform. Doing everything by yourself can be extremely stressful and mentally exhaust...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-empowered-a-new-generation-of-solopreneurs-and-it-can-empower-you-too/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-empowered-a-new-generation-of-solopreneurs-and-it-can-empower-you-too/AdviceTue, 25 Jul 2023 11:30:33 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re happy to announce Encrypted Forms 2.0 for Jotform Enterprise, a new way to add extra security and privacy to forms. A complete overhaul of our previous encrypted forms feature, Encrypted Forms 2.0 includes end-to-end encryption, a brand-new user interface, and a form-specific password syst...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-encrypted-forms-2-0-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-encrypted-forms-2-0-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 25 Jul 2023 07:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re happy to announce new customization features for Jotform Enterprise to help you enhance branding, improve security, and simplify the user experience within your organization. Customize your Enterprise login page, control integration usage, create server-wide sender emails, and more. With t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-enterprise-customizations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-enterprise-customizations/EnterpriseTue, 25 Jul 2023 07:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you use QuickBooks? And Jotform? How would you feel about using QuickBooks and Jotform together?  With Jotform’s new, native QuickBooks integration, you can do just that. Seamlessly create new customer accounts and invoices in QuickBooks, using your Jotform data. Whatever your business, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-quickbooks-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-quickbooks-integration/ProductMon, 24 Jul 2023 12:38:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Employee opinions can be your business’s greatest assets. Understanding your team’s needs and experiences allows you to make proactive changes to improve your workplace. This is why an anonymous survey for employees is such a valuable tool for any business. Employee surveys provide an outlet for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/anonymous-survey-for-employees/https://www.jotform.com/blog/anonymous-survey-for-employees/AdviceMon, 24 Jul 2023 12:00:40 +0000<![CDATA[ What’s your contact information What size animal do you want to adopt What are a few breeds you’d like to adopt What’s your living situation Are there any specific characteristics that you’re looking for in an animal Are you comfortable handling a pet that may potentially be destru...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adoption-form-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adoption-form-questions/AdviceMon, 24 Jul 2023 11:20:28 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s a growing demand for hospice care in the United States. Thanks to an increasing number of seniors, the hospice market is expected to grow 7–8 percent annually, making it the second-fastest growing healthcare segment nationwide. So if you’re considering starting a hospice facility of your ow...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-much-does-it-cost-to-start-a-hospice-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-much-does-it-cost-to-start-a-hospice-business/AdviceMon, 24 Jul 2023 11:18:31 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2022, the data of over 422 million individuals was impacted by data breaches.  This unfortunate reality doesn’t sway us. In fact, it’s what drives us to be focused (you might even say obsessive) about providing the highest level of security for your forms and accounts. Today, we’re pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-encrypted-forms-2-0/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-encrypted-forms-2-0/ProductMon, 24 Jul 2023 08:35:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In business, it’s all about the customer, which is why we’re excited to announce a new QuickBooks integration for Jotform Enterprise that lets you automatically create new customer accounts and invoices. Whether you’re connecting with prospective customers in the field, from your home office, or...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-quickbooks-integration-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-quickbooks-integration-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseMon, 24 Jul 2023 06:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform is excited to announce our new QuickBooks integration and share how it has improved our own internal workflow our finance department requested the QuickBooks automation and couldn’t be happier about the results. Using Jotform and QuickBooks together saves hours of time every week and reduc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotforms-quickbooks-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotforms-quickbooks-integration/ProductMon, 24 Jul 2023 06:36:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Keeping the data you collect protected and secure should be one of your top priorities. The people you collect data from trust that it will be safe in your hands. That trust is central in the relationship between you and your customers, clients, or participants. There’s also a reason why so many...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/security-protocols-jotform-follows/https://www.jotform.com/blog/security-protocols-jotform-follows/ProductMon, 24 Jul 2023 06:24:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Meeting agenda General updates CPlan of care One of the foundational components of a high-quality hospice experience is the interdisciplinary group or IDG, sometimes referred to as the interdisciplinary team (IDT). According to Part 418 of the Code of Federal Regulations, hospices mus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-idg-template/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-idg-template/AdviceFri, 21 Jul 2023 11:14:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you asked three project managers to define the distinction between project management vs task management, you’d almost certainly get three different answers. The debate over these two terms has sometimes been contentious, to say the least. That’s honestly not surprising, given how closely relate...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-management-vs-task-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-management-vs-task-management/AdviceFri, 21 Jul 2023 10:56:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Event registrations Inquiries Agreements and forms Newsletter subscriptions Testimonials Contact information In the highly competitive real estate market, it’s important to engage potential buyers and sellers with an easy, stress-free, and streamlined marketing process and to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-real-estate/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-real-estate/AdviceThu, 20 Jul 2023 07:07:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Forms and select Template Gallery In the Template Gallery, scroll down to the Event Registration template Update the form title and event description Edit each question to suit your event Toggle on the Required switch in the bottom right corner of each question Set up r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-google-form-for-registration/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-google-form-for-registration/AdviceThu, 20 Jul 2023 06:49:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Body Brave provides accessible eating disorder treatment and support while advancing community training and education. Body Brave’s program evaluation officer and dietitian, Jeannine Smith, PMDip-Dietetics, RD, and project coordinator, Krisztina Takacs, BSW, RSW, share how Jotform Enterprise helps ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-body-brave/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-body-brave/Customer StoriesWed, 19 Jul 2023 11:55:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Payment Care coordination Pain and symptom management Medical equipment Psychological and spiritual support Assisted living facilities exist on the spectrum between independent living communities and nursing homes. Residents of assisted living facilities don’t require 24-7 care, but th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-in-assisted-living/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-in-assisted-living/AdviceWed, 19 Jul 2023 11:51:17 +0000<![CDATA[ At Jotform we’re passionate about keeping your forms and form data safe and secure. We imagine you feel the same! If an extra level of security would ease your mind, check out Introducing Encrypted Forms 2.0. Our security options allow you to encrypt form submissions and add password protection ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-introducing-encrypted-forms-2-0/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-introducing-encrypted-forms-2-0/ProductTue, 18 Jul 2023 10:30:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Three prisoners appear before a parole board. They committed the same crime. They’re serving the same sentence. They’ve behaved more or less the same throughout their time incarcerated. The board grants just one of the prisoners parole. What’s the difference between the three cases? The time ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/decisions-decisions-why-automation-is-the-secret-to-clearer-better-decisions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/decisions-decisions-why-automation-is-the-secret-to-clearer-better-decisions/BackstageTue, 18 Jul 2023 10:20:01 +0000<![CDATA[ To access patient and staff forms To correctly identify patients To provide instructions for using medical equipment To share healthcare information To promote drug safety Over the last few years, QR code usage has exploded. They’re everywhere, from restaurants to stores to docto...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-in-healthcare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-in-healthcare/IndustriesTue, 18 Jul 2023 05:49:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Once a small family business, ACS Stainless Steel Fixings Ltd. is now the U.K.’s largest, most innovative manufacturer of structural building components, and still proudly family owned. Verbal agreements and paper-based processes served the company well for years, but as it grew, staff needed a mor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-acs-stainless-steel-fixings-ltd/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-acs-stainless-steel-fixings-ltd/Customer StoriesMon, 17 Jul 2023 13:06:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Juicy Parenting’s parenting guide Relevantly’s social media calendar Brian Tracy’s 14-step goal setting guide National Association of Women Sales Professionals’ (NAWSP) webinar Jotform’s COVID testing white paper Paychex free trial Every website needs landing pages those all-importan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-page-with-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-page-with-form/AdviceMon, 17 Jul 2023 06:45:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a survey schedule Segment your customer base Use an effective survey design tool Try A/B testing for survey questions Customize the content Many organizations use surveys to gather helpful insights from customers. But if you’re experiencing a high rate of incomplete surveys, you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-fatigue/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-fatigue/AdviceMon, 17 Jul 2023 06:39:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Tackling a dissertation can be a daunting task for doctoral students. They can be unsure of where to begin and often need help throughout the process. Depending on the subject matter, pitching and writing can take almost two years.    Done Dissertation bridges this gap by helping ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-done-dissertation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-done-dissertation/Customer StoriesFri, 14 Jul 2023 07:27:24 +0000<![CDATA[ The hotel industry is back and it’s booming. Demand for hotel rooms is surging, with global revenue per available room exceeding pre-pandemic levels as of January 2024. The competition is also heating up, with more than 2,700 new hotels around the world expected to start welcoming guests in 2024 a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hotel-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hotel-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 14 Jul 2023 07:12:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a business plan Establish a legal entity Acquire federal and state ID numbers Open a business banking account Obtain a hospice license Purchase business insurance Develop a marketing plan Hospices play a special role in our healthcare system, helping patients and the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-startup-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-startup-checklist/AdviceThu, 13 Jul 2023 06:22:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Decide on a set of document management rules Only convert documents you really need Involve your entire team in the process Retain old documents for reference Consider how you’ll handle paper documents going forward Communicate your switch to the new system How many sheets of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-document-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-document-management/AdviceWed, 12 Jul 2023 07:06:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Online Forms Ultimate Member RegistrationMagic Whether you’re offering a course online or in person, embedding a course registration form on your website can help encourage registrations and keep the process organized. If your website is built on WordPress, using a WordPress co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-course-registration-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-course-registration-plugin/AdviceWed, 12 Jul 2023 07:02:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Whatever the circumstances of your life, the understanding of type can make your perceptions clearer, your judgements sounder, and your life closer to your heart’s desire.  Isabel Briggs Myers, American writer “Having a deeper understanding of yourself gives you an advantage,” the host explai...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-understanding-personality-types-influences-your-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-understanding-personality-types-influences-your-productivity/Latest ArticlesTue, 11 Jul 2023 11:05:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Client management software Sales enablement software Response management and RFP platforms CPQ Template-based sales proposal software To make a sale, you have to deliver a compelling value proposition and show your dedication to solving customers’ problems. While making a strong ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-proposal-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-proposal-software/AdviceFri, 07 Jul 2023 08:25:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Bubble Trello Mailchimp Airtable Jotform Zapier Twilio No-code tools and apps are transforming the way product managers work. Prior to no-code platforms, product managers needed a technology and coding background to be able to perform some of their responsibilities, like buildi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-code-tools-for-product-managers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-code-tools-for-product-managers/AdviceFri, 07 Jul 2023 07:24:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Ninja Forms OpinionStage Quiz and Survey Master RafflePress Survey Maker WPForms YOP Poll WordPress’s vast library of plug-ins makes it a highly adaptable platform for website creation. Plug-ins allow users to add features to a WordPress site that WordPress doesn’t su...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-wordpress/AdviceThu, 06 Jul 2023 08:48:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Create user-friendly registration forms Show registrants their progress Collect online payments Accept mobile registrations Create a sense of urgency When you’re planning an event, attendance is probably one of your top concerns. Attendance can impact the success of your event, a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-event-registrations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-event-registrations/AdviceWed, 05 Jul 2023 07:08:45 +0000<![CDATA[ When a patient receives a terminal illness diagnosis, they may have the option to receive end-of-life care in different settings, such as Their home An assisted living community A nursing home A hospital A skilled nursing facility Independent hospice facilities Patients typic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-care-at-home-vs-hospital/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-care-at-home-vs-hospital/AdviceWed, 05 Jul 2023 07:05:18 +0000<![CDATA[ The world’s quietest room is in Redmond, Washington. It blocks out all noise. It’s an anechoic chamber, meaning that when you clap your hands, it creates no echo. It is completely silent. Or is it? “Most people find the absence of sound deafening, feel a sense of fullness in the ears, or some ri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-symbiosis-of-silence-how-quiet-time-spurs-creative-thought-and-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-symbiosis-of-silence-how-quiet-time-spurs-creative-thought-and-productivity/BackstageTue, 04 Jul 2023 09:52:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Select the right software Design the assessment Collect assessment data Analyze the data Share feedback and results If you’re a manager who’s noticed your team is struggling in areas like productivity, collaboration, or morale, it’s time to conduct a team assessment. But how do you car...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-assessment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-assessment/AdviceTue, 04 Jul 2023 07:33:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform WordPress plug-in WPCafe Five Star Restaurant Reviews Restaurant Menu by MotoPress The Events Calendar Bookly WPPizza WP Store Locator RestroPress WP Restaurant Price List No matter which restaurant website you go to, there’s about a 50/50 chance that someo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-restaurant-plug-ins/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-restaurant-plug-ins/AdviceTue, 04 Jul 2023 07:30:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Watch our webinar to learn how automation can streamline your year-end giving efforts for maximum impact. Removing the burden of administrative and routine tasks frees you to focus on meaningful, strategic work. Discover how nonprofits are leveraging no-code solutions to Automate communicati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/webinar-ways-to-automate-year-end-giving/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/webinar-ways-to-automate-year-end-giving/EnterpriseMon, 03 Jul 2023 07:54:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Why do you want to work for us Why are you leaving your current job How would you describe your perfect manager How do you juggle multiple projects simultaneously Which areas of knowledge are your strongest Regardless of your industry, you need responsible, intelligent people on your t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pre-screening-interview-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pre-screening-interview-questions/AdviceFri, 30 Jun 2023 07:25:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Check availability Solidify your message Prepare your audience Publish your new assets together Leverage the strengths of each profile A rebrand is a big task in today’s digital world. It’s not just about changing your logo and hanging up a new sign. Brands take form across websites, e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-announce-a-rebrand-on-social-media/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-announce-a-rebrand-on-social-media/AdviceFri, 30 Jun 2023 07:18:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Automate internal and external workflows Eliminate unnecessary meetings and tasks Create blocks of focus time Identify the tools your employees need Develop generous time-off packages Businesses are constantly challenged to do more with less. How can you beat last quarter’s sales numbe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workplace-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workplace-productivity/AdviceThu, 29 Jun 2023 06:50:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Most successful business leaders agree that a company’s most important asset is its people. Employees are what drives value in the company through their ideas, labor, interactions with customers, and more. But alongside people are the tools, technology, and services they use to perform their work. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sourcing-vs-procurement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sourcing-vs-procurement/AdviceWed, 28 Jun 2023 06:40:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Create your event check-in or registration form Go to the Publish tab Select Quick Share Click Share Options Select Download QR code Have you ever been looking forward to an event so much that you could hardly wait for the doors to open? It’s a great feeling and it’s one you wan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-for-check-in/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-for-check-in/AdviceWed, 28 Jun 2023 06:32:37 +0000<![CDATA[ During his MasterClass on storytelling, bestselling author David Sedaris shared his thoughts on imitation. He told a story about art school, and how he won a grant for his first short story. With the prize money, he was able to publish 30 or so copies of his first “book.” Sedaris said that years la...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-highly-successful-people-get-it-done/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-highly-successful-people-get-it-done/BackstageTue, 27 Jun 2023 09:55:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with the page design Include key elements for your waitlist landing page Perfect your CTA Create a signup form Add a thank you page A landing page is a key element of email marketing. Designed to convert leads, landing pages can help you build your email list, sell products and s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-waitlist-landing-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-waitlist-landing-page/AdviceTue, 27 Jun 2023 06:23:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Convert paper processes to digital Create a social media calendar Implement task tracking Automate human resources tasks Streamline expense management Implement invoice tracking Develop order tracking processes Sort your passwords Plan ahead for taxes Integrate your systems Organi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/organizing-a-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/organizing-a-small-business/AdviceMon, 26 Jun 2023 06:03:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Submit an application as instructed Employ sufficient personnel Document policies and procedures Prepare for the onsite survey Hospices deliver an invaluable service to both patients and their families they provide care and comfort for patients with terminal illnesses and help family m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-a-hospice-license/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-a-hospice-license/AdviceMon, 26 Jun 2023 05:52:47 +0000<![CDATA[ If you collect payments through your forms, there are two payment methods your organization may be overlooking: ACH & Afterpay. Jotform’s integration with Square offers an additional payment method ACH providing your forms payment flexibility that’s unavailable with some of the market ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-square-ach-and-afterpay/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-square-ach-and-afterpay/ProductSat, 24 Jun 2023 05:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Failure to appropriately individualize care plans Failure to provide services listed in a patient’s care plan Failure to properly train or manage aide staff Failure to adequately assess patients Failure to update assessments in a timely manner Hospice care facilities fulfill an essenti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-hospice-deficiencies-and-how-to-avoid-them/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-hospice-deficiencies-and-how-to-avoid-them/AdviceFri, 23 Jun 2023 06:32:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Content quality feedback Design and structure feedback Instructor feedback Outcome feedback Logistics feedback Learning experience feedback Learning environment feedback Technology feedback Professional development goals feedback Pre-training experience feedback Su...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/post-training-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/post-training-survey-questions/AdviceThu, 22 Jun 2023 05:24:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Set up your account Identify your target audience Buy equipment Start making videos Promote your videos and channel Offer a service YouTube is bursting with beauty vloggers earning incomes big enough to make even the most powdered face blush. The good news is there’s still plenty of r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-beauty-youtube-channel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-beauty-youtube-channel/AdviceWed, 21 Jun 2023 08:16:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you ready to get organized? We’re thrilled to announce the new Calendly widget for Jotform Enterprise, which allows for seamless scheduling and information collection all in one place. One of our most requested widgets to date, Calendly simplifies appointments and meetings by syncing calenda...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-calendly-widget-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-calendly-widget-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 20 Jun 2023 13:24:48 +0000<![CDATA[ The AI revolution is well underway, and this futuristic tidal wave of change is transforming the way we live, work, and play. Quite understandably, that has many of us concerned about its potential impact on the job market. Will AI steal our jobs? The answer is “yes”… unless you learn to s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/will-ai-steal-your-job-or-will-it-make-you-irreplaceable/https://www.jotform.com/ai/will-ai-steal-your-job-or-will-it-make-you-irreplaceable/BackstageTue, 20 Jun 2023 11:14:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Last month nearly 200K Jotform users received at least 10 form submissions. That means almost 2 million email notifications (at a minimum) went out to just those users when their forms were submitted. We all know that email fatigue is real, but so is the need for regular insight into your form s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotforms-digest-emails/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotforms-digest-emails/ProductTue, 20 Jun 2023 07:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Watch our webinar on to find out how no-code tools and digital process automation can enhance operations in a healthcare setting.  Hear firsthand from healthcare and automation experts as they share lessons learned and best practices. Attendees will come away with inspiration and practical ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-automation-strategies-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-automation-strategies-webinar/EnterpriseTue, 20 Jun 2023 07:27:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever made an appointment online, you’re probably familiar with the scheduling app Calendly. In fact, we know that many of you are familiar with Calendly because it’s one of our most popular widget requests of all time.  We have some exciting news: Our Calendly widget is here!&nbsp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-scheduling-with-jotform-calendly-widget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-scheduling-with-jotform-calendly-widget/ProductTue, 20 Jun 2023 06:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re excited to announce that one of Jotform’s core functions just got stronger thanks to our new Calendly widget. Now you can schedule meetings and appointments on your form with Calendly, and the event will automatically appear in your synced calendar. In Calendly’s survey of 1,000 knowledge ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-new-calendly-widget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-new-calendly-widget/ProductTue, 20 Jun 2023 05:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re used to having information at our fingertips the latest headlines, sports scores, and cultural talking points delivered to our phones and inboxes. Now you can give your team the same convenient access to form submission data with Digest Emails. If you’ve used the Daily Digest integration,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-digest-emails-for-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-digest-emails-for-enterprise/EnterpriseMon, 19 Jun 2023 11:14:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Employee workflows are key to managing a modern business. If you’re not yet using them, now is the time to start. And if you are using employee workflows, focus on improving them to increase employee productivity, help prevent errors, and contribute to project success. What is an employee workfl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-workflow/AdviceMon, 19 Jun 2023 08:14:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Founded in 1967, OrthoIllinois is one of northern Illinois's leading bone and joint specialists, delivering exceptional care and expertise from five locations. Bill Coller, business development manager at OrthoIllinois, markets the organization’s workers’ compensation and the occupational me...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-orthoillinois/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-orthoillinois/Customer StoriesMon, 19 Jun 2023 08:02:53 +0000<![CDATA[ What was the best part of your meal? Was the food served at the right temperature? How long did you have to wait to be seated? How quickly were you served your meal today? What is your favorite item on the menu? What is your least favorite item on the menu? What is currently mis...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/food-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/food-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 16 Jun 2023 06:59:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Many organizations use customer relationship management (CRM) software to gather, organize, and connect with their leads, prospects, and customers. However, the data within a CRM can be outdated, incorrect, or irrelevant. When that’s the case, sales and marketing outreach efforts are often a was...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-surveys/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-surveys/AdviceFri, 16 Jun 2023 06:56:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you looking for a better way to stay up to date with your form responses? Maybe getting an email every time someone fills out your form feels like too much, but turning off those notifications would make you feel disconnected from your form data.  If that sounds like you, Goldilocks, we...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-introducing-digest-emails/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-introducing-digest-emails/ProductThu, 15 Jun 2023 08:00:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Poor leadership Miscommunication and poor flow of information Lack of unity around goals Poor engagement among team members Lack of collaborative infrastructure Collaboration overload Imbalanced distribution of work Collaborative inertia Distrust and disrespect Lack of tools Build...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaboration-challenges/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaboration-challenges/AdviceThu, 15 Jun 2023 05:12:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Remote learning Institutional policies Research participation Alumni activities Admissions When many people hear the name Docusign, they immediately think of corporate dealmaking. But this electronic signature solution is useful in a multitude of settings, such as healthcare faci...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-for-education/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-for-education/AdviceWed, 14 Jun 2023 07:07:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify the workflow owner Design the workflow Implement the workflow using the right software Test the process Request feedback No matter your industry or role, your work is likely stressful enough without adding tedious, manual tasks to the daily grind. When you have strict deadline...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-checklist/AdviceWed, 14 Jun 2023 06:08:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to Google Forms Open a new form Click Settings at the top of the form Turn on the Make this a quiz setting Digitizing your classroom processes like your student assessments can save you time and help you keep your data organized. Platforms like Google Forms make these proce...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-assessment/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-assessment/IndustriesTue, 13 Jun 2023 12:29:03 +0000<![CDATA[ I was stuck. I was a couple years into founding my company, Jotform. We had grown from one employee (me) to four. We had thousands of loyal users. People appreciated how our online forms made their lives easier. It was a simple concept, but it seemed to have legs. I was gaining confidence that m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/analysis-paralysis-is-holding-you-back-heres-how-to-make-decisions-with-confidence/https://www.jotform.com/blog/analysis-paralysis-is-holding-you-back-heres-how-to-make-decisions-with-confidence/BackstageTue, 13 Jun 2023 09:37:58 +0000<![CDATA[ YMCA Colombia has nine associations nationwide and is part of the World Alliance of YMCAs, spanning 120 countries. It’s dedicated to empowering and developing leadership skills in young people by offering innovative and inclusive experiences. Juan Carlos Martínez Romo, bilingual and internationa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-ymca-colombia/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-ymca-colombia/Customer StoriesTue, 13 Jun 2023 08:23:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to Microsoft Forms Open the quiz or form you want to use Choose the three-dot ellipsis in Settings Choose time duration Enter the number of minutes Microsoft Forms is a web app that lets you build custom online forms, surveys, quizzes, and questionnaires. You can use these...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-quiz-timer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-quiz-timer/AdviceTue, 13 Jun 2023 06:57:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Training and development opportunities at work are highly beneficial to both employers and employees. From an organizational perspective, offering professional development helps you ensure your workforce acquires the skills and knowledge needed to continuously improve their performance. From an ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pre-training-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pre-training-survey-questions/AdviceTue, 13 Jun 2023 06:08:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Map how your customer data will flow into Build a cross-functional team Set clear goals Get approval from senior management If you ask any salesperson or marketer whether customer relationship management (CRM) is important, they’ll likely say “yes.” That’s in line with the fact that...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-strategy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-strategy/AdviceMon, 12 Jun 2023 07:21:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Hospice care is unique in the healthcare industry in that its purpose is not to cure but to simply relieve pain and discomfort for patients who are terminally ill. While these patients have a finite amount of time left with their loved ones, everyone involved in their final days of care wants them ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/medicare-hospice-regulations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/medicare-hospice-regulations/AdviceMon, 12 Jun 2023 07:18:53 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s OK if your online business is on a budget. Very few new companies can afford to invest thousands of dollars each month into paid ads. How can you attract new people to buy from you without constantly buying ads? The answer is simple: organic marketing. But what is organic marketing? The ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-organic-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-organic-marketing/AdviceFri, 09 Jun 2023 06:24:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Be clear about expectations Devise a project plan and schedule Track progress Meet regularly Implement a virtual workspace Anticipate problems Play to people’s strengths Use kanban boards Invest in software If you’re a project manager, your job isn’t easy. You have to juggle employ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-manage-a-project/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-manage-a-project/AdviceFri, 09 Jun 2023 06:18:39 +0000<![CDATA[ They call it the “waiting room” for a reason. Patients know that doctors’ offices come with the inconvenience of crowded foyers where we skim celebrity magazines and make fleeting eye contact with other patients as we watch the clock. Sure, it’s expected. But not everyone’s on board. First of al...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/doctors-office-waiting-room-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/doctors-office-waiting-room-survey/IndustriesFri, 09 Jun 2023 00:45:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Establish goals Create a plan Set standards and expectations Encourage creativity Build a culture of knowledge sharing Track results and celebrate teamwork Create a shared, organized workspace A strong collaboration strategy cultivates a strong, collaborative team. It’s the blueprint...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaboration-strategies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaboration-strategies/AdviceThu, 08 Jun 2023 05:26:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Drive Click the + New button Select Google Forms Give your form an appropriate title Modify the first question Click the dropdown menu for question type Slide the toggle button next to Required Click the + button Repeat this process to add questions Select t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-job-application/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-job-application/AdviceWed, 07 Jun 2023 11:00:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform OptinMonster Yoast SEO SeedProd Uncanny Automator FunnelKit Automations MonsterInsights Burst Statistics WP Rocket EWWW Image Optimizer WooCommerce Easy Digital Downloads Wordfence Security Akismet Pretty Links LiveChat WordPress is a website content m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-business/AdviceWed, 07 Jun 2023 07:17:41 +0000<![CDATA[ From a young age, Orville and Wilbur Wright were captivated by flying. In 1899, when they began experimenting with building the first airplane, other forms of transportation existed, including aircraft like gliders. But the brothers were determined to add power to the feat of flying. In 1903, Wilbu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ai/how-ai-powered-virtual-assistants-can-automate-repetitive-tasks-and-free-up-mental-energy/https://www.jotform.com/ai/how-ai-powered-virtual-assistants-can-automate-repetitive-tasks-and-free-up-mental-energy/BackstageTue, 06 Jun 2023 11:20:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to the Jotform Apps website Click the orange Get Started Now button Select Use Template In the Search in all templates field, type “food delivery Click the Food Delivery App template Click the green Use Template button Make adjustments Click Publish While remote work didn’t sudde...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-on-demand-delivery-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-on-demand-delivery-app/AdviceTue, 06 Jun 2023 06:20:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Zendesk Awesome Support LiveAgent Help Scout SupportCandy JS Help Desk Whether you run an e-commerce store, publish an informational blog, or manage your company’s website, you know the importance of making sure everything runs smoothly for your users and customers....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-support-ticket-plug-ins/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-support-ticket-plug-ins/AdviceMon, 05 Jun 2023 11:03:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Quizizz Brainscape Kahoot! ProProfs Quiz Maker StudyStack iSpring QuizMaker HubSpot Online learning tools are useful in both schools and workplaces to help students and employees gain the knowledge they need to succeed. While much of initial learning is passive (...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quizlet-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quizlet-alternatives/AdviceMon, 05 Jun 2023 10:40:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Todoist TickTick Whether you’re trying to establish new daily habits or need to keep track of your appointments and to-dos, a daily planning app offers a handy, modern solution. Daily planning apps can help you track all of your important daily information, ensuring you stay on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/daily-planning-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/daily-planning-apps/AdviceFri, 02 Jun 2023 07:33:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating an interactive campaign Making in-person processes contactless Directing people to your business Streamlining processes for employees Offering discounts and promotions QR codes are more than just fancy-looking square barcodes. They can enhance the user experience for cus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-application/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-application/AdviceFri, 02 Jun 2023 07:03:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Microsoft Forms Create a new form by selecting New Form Click Add new to generate a question field Select the Choice option and toggle on Multiple answers Add your checklist items Click Preview Share it with your clients by clicking Collect responses A checklist is an ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-checklist/AdviceThu, 01 Jun 2023 06:19:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Ask your network Reach out to business partners, vendors and other people Purchase a panel respondent list Consider in-person surveying at a location Post an online, audio, or print ad requesting survey participants Publish the survey on a website Surveys are an excellent way to gathe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/find-survey-participants/https://www.jotform.com/blog/find-survey-participants/AdviceThu, 01 Jun 2023 05:57:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Partner with other healthcare entities Train staff on making the intake process easier Tap into non-physician referral sources Hospice care is a sensitive subject because of its inherent finality. Everyone from family members to physicians to facility staff wants patients to live whate...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-increase-hospice-census/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-increase-hospice-census/AdviceWed, 31 May 2023 13:17:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Send feedback surveys Ask for qualitative feedback from attendees Check social media Don’t forget your sponsor’s KPIs So much work goes into every event you organize or host. Once the final guest leaves, it’s time to breathe a sigh of relief, right? Well, almost but not yet. The...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-evaluation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-evaluation/IndustriesWed, 31 May 2023 13:10:36 +0000<![CDATA[ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "SoftwareApplication", "name": "Jotform Apps", "image": "https://cdn.jotfor.ms/assets/img/logo2021/jotform_logo_icon400x400-dark.png", "url": "https://www.jotform.com/produ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/property-management-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/property-management-app/AdviceTue, 30 May 2023 15:49:55 +0000<![CDATA[ American author Jeffrey Zaslow once wrote, “You are your inbox.” He continued, “The makeup and tidiness of your inbox is a reflection of your habits, your mental health, and, yes, even the way Mom and Dad raised you.” If this were the case, then for a long time, this is what my inbox would have ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-tame-your-inbox-and-free-your-mind-for-your-most-creative-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-tame-your-inbox-and-free-your-mind-for-your-most-creative-work/BackstageTue, 30 May 2023 10:10:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Finding the best way to create electronic signatures can be difficult. Since so many programs have similar features, it’s important to figure out which ones you need. For instance, two popular options Signeasy and signNow are extremely similar, but there are some key differences between them that...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signeasy-vs-signnow/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signeasy-vs-signnow/AdviceMon, 29 May 2023 07:09:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Introduction: In this interview, Jotform affiliate account manager Yaren Büyükdere talks with LaShonda Brown, owner of Bootstrap Biz Advice, a YouTube channel that gives tips to businesses about how to automate their work. They talked about the importance of affiliate marketing for YouTubers and ho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-bootstrap-biz-interview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-bootstrap-biz-interview/Customer StoriesFri, 26 May 2023 14:34:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Lead generation forms Project proposals forms Order, appointment, and registration forms Customer feedback forms Employee and contractor feedback forms Regulatory compliance forms Job applications and exit interview forms Employee leave and other HR forms Are you startin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-forms/AdviceFri, 26 May 2023 08:08:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Did you know that you can use Jotform to create professional, customized PDFs? With Jotform’s PDF Editor, you can turn your Jotform data into clean documents that you can easily share both internally and externally. Orders can turn into branded receipts for your customers, and contracts can transfo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-transform-data-into-documents-with-pdf-editor/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-transform-data-into-documents-with-pdf-editor/ProductThu, 25 May 2023 08:09:19 +0000<![CDATA[ From your Gmail, open Google Drive. Select New. Hover over the arrow next to Google Forms in the dropdown. Select From a template. Select Customer Feedback form. Once you’ve customized the form, click Publish. Click Share. Enter the recipient’s email address. Select the bo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-embed-in-email/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-embed-in-email/AdviceThu, 25 May 2023 07:54:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Is it time to embrace the QR recruiter? Quick response (QR) codes make it easier than ever for human resources teams to share job openings, provide quick access to applications, and manage information from job seekers. Combined with Jotform’s wide variety of HR form templates, QR codes can help ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-recruiter/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-recruiter/AdviceWed, 24 May 2023 05:20:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Data plays a vital role in today’s world. We rely on it when we need to get something done or to understand issues like why groups behave in certain ways and tech companies continue to promise that better data analysis will change the world. Yet, for all our hope and trust in data, many organiza...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/manual-data-entry/https://www.jotform.com/blog/manual-data-entry/AdviceWed, 24 May 2023 05:17:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Remember the most infamous iceberg, which sunk what was then the world’s largest, most opulent cruise ship, The Titanic? According to survivor stories, the iceberg that sank the luxury cruiser stood anywhere from 50–100 feet above water. And while that sounds massive, typically only one-tenth of an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-cant-get-anything-done-and-what-to-do-about-it/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-cant-get-anything-done-and-what-to-do-about-it/BackstageTue, 23 May 2023 09:50:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Niall Doherty’s life changed forever when he quit his job to travel the world and earn a living online. The voyage changed the lives of others too, as it inspired him to start a business that helps others follow his career path. His company also supports girls’ education in rural Africa. Through it...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-ebiz-facts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-ebiz-facts/Customer StoriesTue, 23 May 2023 08:10:46 +0000<![CDATA[ The business world evolves at a rapid pace, though this sentiment hardly describes the pivots required of marketing teams over the past year. Faced with a global recession, the lingering effects of COVID-19, changing consumer habits, the rise of AI, and so much more, marketers have encountered nume...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-manager-mindset-2023-survey-results/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-manager-mindset-2023-survey-results/ProductMon, 22 May 2023 14:43:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Be open Set goals Be adaptable and create healthy boundaries Be authentic Prioritize healthy communication Define roles and responsibilities Centralize data and documents Use software like Jotform Teams Collaboration isn’t just about getting along with a diverse group of subject mat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-collaboration-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-collaboration-best-practices/AdviceFri, 19 May 2023 06:57:50 +0000<![CDATA[ How did you find us? What made you choose us as your real estate service provider? Are you currently working with another agent? How do you prefer to be contacted? Have you been doing any research of your own on home buying/selling? Have you ever purchased/sold property before? ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-survey-questions/AdviceThu, 18 May 2023 06:28:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Calendly When2Meet Chili Piper Setmore Acuity Scheduling OnceHub YCBM NeedToMeet Schedulicity TimeTap Vocus.io Doodle is a meeting and scheduling tool that’s been around since 2007. During that time, it’s saved people from dealing with countless back-...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/doodle-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/doodle-alternative/AdviceWed, 17 May 2023 06:54:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Watch our webinar to hear highlights from our latest white paper on how to cut costs and automate business processes with e-signatures. Learn about the benefits of going digital and managing all your document processes on a single platform. Explore the world of simple, seamless e-signing and doc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/webinar-cutting-costs-with-e-signatures/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/webinar-cutting-costs-with-e-signatures/ProductTue, 16 May 2023 11:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ What happens when three titans of the automation industry get together to discuss the future of automation and productivity? A conversation that you won’t want to miss. In this special podcast, we invited two entrepreneurial founders to take part in a panel discussion with Aytekin Tank Jotform’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-future-of-automation-with-the-founders-of-zapier-doist-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-future-of-automation-with-the-founders-of-zapier-doist-jotform/ProductTue, 16 May 2023 11:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ So much of your daily life can be put on hold. You can pause a TV show or playlist. You can delay your vacation or pizza delivery. But nobody can stop time. Automation helps you save your most precious resource time for the things that matter most to you. Minimize manual data entry, meeting...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-features-to-drive-enterprise-level-growth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-features-to-drive-enterprise-level-growth/EnterpriseTue, 16 May 2023 08:08:00 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no surprise that Jotform plays a key role in Automate Your Busywork, the new book from Jotform CEO Aytekin Tank. There are a plethora of ways Jotform can help automate your workflows. But automated workflows often depend on automation tools working together. That’s why Jotform boasts 130-pl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/saas-tools-to-automate-your-busywork/https://www.jotform.com/blog/saas-tools-to-automate-your-busywork/ProductTue, 16 May 2023 08:05:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Workflow automation. It’s a popular phrase because so many of us use software (usually of the no-code variety) to automate the manual tasks we have to get done. Jotform is passionate about workflow automation, and we’ve dedicated ourselves to building the kind of management solutions that make y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/save-time-with-jotform-automation-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/save-time-with-jotform-automation-features/ProductTue, 16 May 2023 07:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Peanut butter and jelly. Salt and pepper. San Francisco and fog. Some things are so tightly linked that it’s virtually impossible to talk about one without mentioning the other. Add one more pair to that list: Jotform and automation. There are endless ways Jotform can help you automate your proc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-power-of-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-power-of-automation/ProductTue, 16 May 2023 07:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ “Pick up the pace!” my trainer barked, turning up the resistance on my spin bike. It was a typical morning at the gym. Sweat glazed my brow as I willed myself to pedal harder. My legs and lungs began to burn from the effort. Eager for distraction, I thought about the book I was writing. Many of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-the-automation-flywheel-can-help-you-achieve-greater-peace-and-productivity-at-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-the-automation-flywheel-can-help-you-achieve-greater-peace-and-productivity-at-work/BackstageMon, 15 May 2023 11:36:55 +0000<![CDATA[ How does your nominee exemplify excellent teamwork? How has your nominee helped you succeed in your position? What are some positive behaviors of your nominee? In what ways has your nominee displayed initiative? What specific tasks or projects has your nominee completed? In what wa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-of-the-month-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-of-the-month-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 15 May 2023 10:34:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Your documents are important. That’s why selecting the right e-signature program for your business is vital to its success. Your decision may depend on key features or even your industry. Two key players in the e-signature market Sertifi and Docusign share many of the same functions. But under...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/sertifi-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/sertifi-vs-docusign/AdviceFri, 12 May 2023 06:53:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Prepare an online survey. Draft your survey invitation. Choose the right QR code software for your needs. Customize and share the QR code. Explain how to scan the QR code. Analyze the results of the QR code. Whether they’re for business, educational, or personal use, surveys a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-survey/AdviceFri, 12 May 2023 06:41:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Pay Apple Pay Samsung Pay PayPal App Zelle Venmo You’ve no doubt heard about NFC payment apps like Apple Pay. But as a merchant, you need to stay on top of your customers’ favorite payment methods and accommodate them as best you can. In case you aren’t aware of the oth...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/nfc-payment-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/nfc-payment-apps/IndustriesThu, 11 May 2023 08:15:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Open collaboration Closed collaboration Cross-functional collaboration Cross-cultural collaboration Document collaboration Virtual collaboration We may have dreaded group projects in school, but there’s no denying that collaboration delivers a lot of benefits especially in business. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-collaboration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-collaboration/AdviceWed, 10 May 2023 07:45:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Share forms by embedding them directly into a webpage Share forms using a QR code Set up form submission email notifications Make surveys easier to fill out with conditional logic Customize the form’s style to make it distinctive End the form submission period automatically Set...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-tips/AdviceWed, 10 May 2023 06:45:18 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s the end of a long day. You stop for groceries and snap at a shopper who cuts into the checkout line. Wait, your wallet is… still on your desk. You abandon the bananas and dish soap and head home feeling tired, scattered, and vaguely sad. You were so motivated this morning; caffeinated and r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/save-your-brain-for-the-big-stuff-why-you-need-to-automate-your-busywork-starting-today/https://www.jotform.com/blog/save-your-brain-for-the-big-stuff-why-you-need-to-automate-your-busywork-starting-today/BackstageTue, 09 May 2023 10:16:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Business leaders are like ship captains. If they’re not steering the company in the right direction, it isn’t likely to reach its desired destination. While many people believe they should be in leadership positions, only 10 percent of people are, in fact, naturally good at leading others, while...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/leadership-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/leadership-survey-questions/AdviceTue, 09 May 2023 06:39:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Choosing an e-signature program should be easy. But with so many options available, making a decision can be a headache. Your choice may even come down to a single difference. Two popular e-signature options Nintex eSign (formerly AssureSign) and Docusign share many similar features. However, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/assuresign-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/assuresign-vs-docusign/AdviceTue, 09 May 2023 06:26:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting digital signatures is a key way to streamline your business operations. Whether you’re processing contracts or you need clients to acknowledge quotes or estimates, digital signatures eliminate paper and improve your efficiency. There are many different platforms that help you capture ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-vs-adobe-sign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-vs-adobe-sign/AdviceMon, 08 May 2023 13:49:30 +0000<![CDATA[ E-signatures have transformed business. They make contract management much easier and faster, and they’re a more convenient solution for clients or customers. While many tools enable you to prepare contracts and collect electronic signatures, it’s important to find one that offers the functionality...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/airslate-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/airslate-vs-docusign/AdviceFri, 05 May 2023 06:37:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Enterprise CareSmartz360 Sumac Case Management Palliative Care & Hospice Software Axxess Hospice Hummingbird Running a hospice can be challenging at the best of times. Not only is it an emotionally taxing service to provide, but it also requires you to comply with com...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-documentation-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-documentation-tools/AdviceThu, 04 May 2023 06:20:25 +0000<![CDATA[ When your business is equipped to collect e-signatures, you can streamline your workflows and make preparing and processing documents from proposals and contracts to subscription renewal agreements so much easier. While many tools support e-signatures, it’s important to choose a tool that’s th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/conga-sign-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/conga-sign-vs-docusign/AdviceWed, 03 May 2023 06:44:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Formidable Forms Gravity Forms Ninja Forms WPForms makes the bold claim that it’s “the most powerful and user-friendly WordPress form builder.” But no single piece of software can be everything to everyone. There are always features that are important to you but unavailable ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wpforms-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wpforms-alternatives/AdviceWed, 03 May 2023 06:41:07 +0000<![CDATA[ “Here, man, let me help you with that.” My classmate Shaun reached over to my screen and quickly resolved a coding bug we’d spent hours trying to resolve. Our study group was all impressed. Not because Shaun wasn’t smart but because others had deemed him a lazy student. This was back in colle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-lazy-people-are-more-productive/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-lazy-people-are-more-productive/BackstageTue, 02 May 2023 11:42:29 +0000<![CDATA[ The next time you create a survey whether for market research or for your employees, students, or customers consider including a Likert scale. They’re simple to understand, user-friendly, and beneficial for both collecting and analyzing valuable data. While you’ve probably taken a Likert scale...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-point-likert-scale/https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-point-likert-scale/AdviceTue, 02 May 2023 07:40:55 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the most common questions business owners have when they’re shopping for an e-commerce platform is “How much does Shopify cost?” There isn’t a simple answer because Shopify has several plans, each offering a different set of features.  While you might be tempted to select a plan base...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-much-does-shopify-cost/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-much-does-shopify-cost/AdviceMon, 01 May 2023 07:36:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Click on Settings, then Plan Click on Deactivate store Select the reason for deactivation Enter your Shopify password. Click Deactivate now If you’ve been running a Shopify store and decide to close your business, you’ll need to work through a number of tasks one of those is canceling ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-cancel-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-cancel-shopify/AdviceMon, 01 May 2023 07:08:20 +0000<![CDATA[ The final frost of winter begins to thaw. The farmer consults weather maps, thinks about last year’s harvest, and gets to work. There’s no deliberating or procrastinating. It’s an annual process that the farmer has to complete  or nothing grows. For most knowledge workers, the path to getting th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-an-automation-first-mindset-can-eliminate-procrastination/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-an-automation-first-mindset-can-eliminate-procrastination/BackstageWed, 26 Apr 2023 10:05:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Online Forms RSVP and Event Management WPForms Event Tickets Registrations for the Events Calendar Events Manager The success of any event is determined by two things: the quality of the event itself and how well the logistics were handled. Even if you create the most ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-rsvp-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-rsvp-plugin/AdviceWed, 26 Apr 2023 07:09:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Most paid subscriptions range from $5 to $10 per month but some cost considerably more. Subscriptions that allow for QR code use tracking often come with higher price tags. For these, dynamic QR code costs can run as high as $35 per month. Quick response (QR) codes offer a way to share info...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-cost/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-cost/AdviceWed, 26 Apr 2023 07:07:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever seen an online ad that seems just a little too relevant? Almost like your phone or laptop is listening to you. Well, it is. Not in the literal sense of course, but almost all the organizations and services you interact with on a daily basis collect information about you. As an orga...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-for-customer-data-management-and-protection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-for-customer-data-management-and-protection/EnterpriseTue, 25 Apr 2023 07:30:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Watch our webinar to hear highlights from our latest white paper on data management trends and the benefits of creating a customer-centric data policy. Also, learn about how to protect customer privacy and comply with international data regulations. Explore the advantages of data stewardship and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-how-to-manage-customer-data-in-an-era-of-privacy-concerns/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-how-to-manage-customer-data-in-an-era-of-privacy-concerns/EnterpriseTue, 25 Apr 2023 07:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Gathering feedback from individuals with diverse experiences and perspectives can ensure more successful outcomes for organizations. We designed Jotform Approvals (later rebranded as Jotform Workflows) to help you automate workflows, avoid bottlenecks in decision-making, and minimize the need to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-group-approvals-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-group-approvals-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 25 Apr 2023 05:25:00 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re excited to announce that our Stripe payment integration is now compatible with Link, an accelerated checkout experience built by Stripe. Link automatically fills in a customer’s saved financial account details, enabling them to check out in seconds. Stripe is already one of Jotform’s most ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-one-click-checkout-with-link-by-stripe/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-one-click-checkout-with-link-by-stripe/IndustriesMon, 24 Apr 2023 08:36:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As Aytekin Tank, Jotform’s founder, has said, “Automation is (among other things) how so many Jotform users are cutting out repetitive tasks and redirecting their time into more creative and meaningful projects that positively impact their business.” It’s a simple formula. We focus our efforts o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-group-approvals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-group-approvals/ProductMon, 24 Apr 2023 08:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify what you want more insight into Choose the appropriate data-collection methods Use software to simplify the data-collection process Automate workflows to promote continuity and consistency Review your KPIs frequently If you want to run your business more effectively, it’s vita...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-data-collection/AdviceMon, 24 Apr 2023 07:56:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Planning your cookie business Seeking out advice and mentorship Creating a web and social media presence Funding your venture Taking care of legal matters Marketing your cookies Sourcing ingredients and equipment Choosing the best software Setting up your business processe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-cookie-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-cookie-business/AdviceMon, 24 Apr 2023 07:49:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Managing employee leave requests and approvals can be complicated for managers. “Trying to manually record, process, and approve time-off requests, notify all relevant members of staff, and ensure you have cover is a time-consuming and error-prone process,” writes Karen McCandless for The Ascent.&n...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/time-off-request-form-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/time-off-request-form-google-forms/AdviceSun, 23 Apr 2023 14:37:46 +0000<![CDATA[ FontStruct Jotform Coolors Canva If a customer sees your website, business cards, product packaging, and logo in different locations, would they recognize all of those elements as being part of your brand? Your brand is like the face of your business you want customers to recognize...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-brand-assets-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-brand-assets-online/AdviceFri, 21 Apr 2023 10:41:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Create the expense form Select Google Forms Add an appropriate name to your form Modify the blank first question Change the question type to Short paragraph Click the three-dot icon and select Response validation Select Number Toggle the Required option on Click the + butt...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-expense-tracker/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-expense-tracker/AdviceFri, 21 Apr 2023 08:02:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose the right software to collect submissions Establish the rules and regulations Promote your video submission form Video is a versatile medium that’s useful for so many purposes. When it comes to awards and promotional contests both the kind that confer prestige and those that awar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-video-submissions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-video-submissions/AdviceFri, 21 Apr 2023 07:54:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Time tracking Scheduling Proposal writing Customer data management Invoice tracking Expense management Project management Administrative tasks exist in every organization. They include everything from managing calendars and preparing documents and proposals to answering cal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/administrative-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/administrative-automation/AdviceThu, 20 Apr 2023 07:47:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a Webhook in Discord Click the Integrations tab Create your Google Form Open Google Drive, click the + New button Select Google Forms to create a new form Click the three-dot icon and select Get add-ons Search for “Document Studio” Click the Install button Click the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-to-discord/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-to-discord/AdviceThu, 20 Apr 2023 07:31:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Create your Microsoft Form Click New Form Click Collect Responses Click the link icon Click Copy link Go to your Facebook account and log in Create a new post by clicking Create Post Paste the link into the post Write a brief caption Click Post to share your form M...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-share-microsoft-forms-on-facebook/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-share-microsoft-forms-on-facebook/AdviceWed, 19 Apr 2023 06:57:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Today is a great day to quit your to-do list. We love an overflowing to-do list. It makes us feel empowered every time we tick an item off. Whether it’s a detailed list on your notes app or a tattered note stuck to your computer, it can make you feel like you’re owning the day. We’ve bee...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/to-do-lists-were-the-ultimate-productivity-weapon-what-happened/https://www.jotform.com/blog/to-do-lists-were-the-ultimate-productivity-weapon-what-happened/BackstageTue, 18 Apr 2023 10:19:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform WPForms Formidable Forms Ninja Forms Gravity Forms WS Form ARForms Happyforms Quform weForms FormCraft Fluent Forms Typeform Paperform Otter What do product ordering, event registration, lead generation, and customer feedback collection all h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-form-plugins-for-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-form-plugins-for-wordpress/AdviceTue, 18 Apr 2023 07:46:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Electronic signature solutions play a key role in the real estate industry. E-signatures allow real estate agents to complete deals faster. Plus, being able to digitally sign documents can make paperwork easier and less overwhelming for clients. That convenience can save clients time and may make t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-use-docusign-for-real-estate/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-use-docusign-for-real-estate/AdviceTue, 18 Apr 2023 05:40:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with clear goals Give your audience the option to not answer a question The shorter the question, the better Allow for the unexpected Take advantage of the free online tools available Most surveys don’t require a lot of thought to answer. Typically, respondents just select ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualitative-surveys/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualitative-surveys/AdviceMon, 17 Apr 2023 11:00:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Online Forms LearnDash Good LMS LifterLMS Masteriyo As an educator, it’s your job to ensure that students have the best chance at understanding and retaining course concepts. But with students’ decreasing attention spans and the increasing number of digital distractions, it...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-lms-wordpress-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-lms-wordpress-plugin/IndustriesMon, 17 Apr 2023 10:57:38 +0000<![CDATA[ You may know that Jotform has over 30 payment integration options that make it easy for you to sell your products, offer services, gather donations, and do anything else that requires collecting money.  We strive to make that process as easy as possible, both for you and your customers. Bec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-one-click-checkout-with-stripe-link-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-one-click-checkout-with-stripe-link-integration/IndustriesMon, 17 Apr 2023 08:37:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you have workflows that require feedback from multiple stakeholders at once? Or approval from any one person on a specific team? If so, check out Jotform Group Approvals. Group Approvals is a new feature of Jotform Approvals (later rebranded as Jotform Workflows) that simplifies team decision-ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-group-approvals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-group-approvals/ProductMon, 17 Apr 2023 08:32:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Sign in to Microsoft Forms Click New Form Click on Untitled Form Add a description for your poll Click + Add New Select the question type Type in your poll question Type in the predefined answers in the Option fields Click Preview Click the More Form Settings Click ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-poll-in-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-poll-in-microsoft-forms/AdviceSun, 16 Apr 2023 08:39:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Your small business needs an effective system for automating workflows. But a lack of coding experience often feels like a huge barrier to creating the solutions you need. Luckily, there are a variety of low-code automation tools that can help. These tools give you the advantage of a fully devel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-code-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-code-automation/AdviceFri, 14 Apr 2023 07:41:45 +0000<![CDATA[ The goal of any survey is to get the clearest possible response from the user. Survey input helps an organization get a better idea of its overall performance, the customer experience, the quality of its products or services, and more depending on the use case. If you’re looking for detailed fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/poor-to-excellent-scale/https://www.jotform.com/blog/poor-to-excellent-scale/AdviceWed, 12 Apr 2023 10:33:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Determine the purpose Choose an engaging angle Pick the right type of quiz Ask the right questions Quizzes weren’t fun when you had to take them in school. But online, they’re massively appealing. In fact, addictive social media quizzes helped BuzzFeed become the media juggernaut th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-quizzes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-quizzes/AdviceWed, 12 Apr 2023 08:42:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Here’s why you can’t get anything done (hint: it has nothing to do with effort) Shopping, cigarettes, alcohol, gambling, and drugs. These familiar addictions dominate headlines and can destroy lives. But over the past decade, many people have developed a more socially acceptable compulsi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-productivity-is-1-effort-and-99-battling-your-biology/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-productivity-is-1-effort-and-99-battling-your-biology/BackstageTue, 11 Apr 2023 11:24:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re a business owner, educational professional, or student, there’s a good chance you’ve completed (and possibly created) some type of survey in your life maybe after attending an event, completing a college course, leaving a workplace, or setting up your cable TV service. In just a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-a-likert-scale/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-a-likert-scale/GuidesTue, 11 Apr 2023 07:46:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Inefficient workflows are the scourge of businesses the world over. They waste time, rack up unnecessary costs, inhibit profitability, and contribute to poor customer experience. But you don’t have to put up with them. Automation, specifically digital process automation (DPA), is the solution. B...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-process-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-process-automation/AdviceMon, 10 Apr 2023 07:36:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Hiring new employees Onboarding and training Day-to-day operations Multistep workflows Offboarding Human resources departments aren’t usually known for being light on documentation. Whether it’s hiring, performance reviews, benefits enrollment, or another employment-related matte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-for-hr/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-for-hr/AdviceSat, 08 Apr 2023 08:07:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Online surveys Online focus groups Online interviews Online feedback sessions If you’re reading this, odds are you’re familiar with the core principle of market research: that to be successful, a business must cultivate a deep understanding of its audience and its competition. No matter...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-market-research/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-market-research/AdviceFri, 07 Apr 2023 08:11:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Clarify your goals Narrow down the target audience Figure out the details Hone the marketing strategy Build the photo-voting contest Promote the contest Hold a retrospective An image is worth a thousand words, as the saying goes. Images are among the most engaging types of online con...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-create-a-photo-voting-contest/https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-create-a-photo-voting-contest/IndustriesFri, 07 Apr 2023 08:06:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Edit an existing template Delete a template Share a template Create your own template If your business is like most, you probably tend to use certain documents over and over again as part of specific processes. For example, when you’re hiring a new employee, you may use the same emp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-use-templates-in-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-use-templates-in-docusign/AdviceFri, 07 Apr 2023 06:26:24 +0000<![CDATA[ In any industry, the information technology (IT) department is critical to an organization’s  success. IT staff troubleshoot computer and network issues, secure and store electronic data, train employees on new systems, install software and hardware, and configure phone systems, to name just a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/it-process-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/it-process-automation/AdviceThu, 06 Apr 2023 14:00:40 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s vital to understand the customer experience your website offers, and few methods are more effective at delivering insights than website surveys. Website surveys make it easy to find out what your online customers really think. In this guide, we’ll show you why website surveys are so importa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/website-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/website-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 05 Apr 2023 07:27:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Simple is always better Accommodate needs and questions Make it mobile Automate the process Getting people to come to events has always been tricky. People lead busy lives, and you have to demonstrate the value of your particular event to encourage them to spend time and money to at...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/registration-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/registration-process/AdviceWed, 05 Apr 2023 07:23:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine you’re standing at the bottom of a mountain. You have your climbing pack, your helmet, your crampons, and all of the other essentials for scaling to the summit. Do you: A) Charge blindly toward the top? Or B) Consult a map, a route description guidebook, the weather forecast, an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-your-busywork-protect-your-most-meaningful-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-your-busywork-protect-your-most-meaningful-work/BackstageTue, 04 Apr 2023 10:55:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Icebreakers Decision makers Retrospectives Openers Quizzes Feedback Image-based questions Word cloud Keeping an audience engaged online is no easy task. Whether you’re running a webinar, hosting a virtual event, or instructing a class, it can be difficult to make a personal conne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/poll-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/poll-questions/AdviceTue, 04 Apr 2023 05:04:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Be up front Make the process quick and painless Offer incentives Give them options Generating signups is key to creating and retaining a customer base. Online signup forms allow you to quickly collect contact information to stay in touch with people, update them about special events, or...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/signup-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/signup-process/AdviceMon, 03 Apr 2023 10:37:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you tried Jotform Cards? Cards are visually vibrant forms designed to maximize the user experience and minimize form abandonment. The single-question-per-page format of Cards is ideal for short, conversational forms like feedback, registration, bookings, and more. In “Increase response rate...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-jotform-cards/https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-jotform-cards/ProductMon, 03 Apr 2023 10:35:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Signing an agreement by hand is time-consuming. You have to print the document, sign it, scan it (to create a digital copy), and send it to the next person. Along the way, you may have to deal with printer errors, scanning difficulties, and more. Eliminate these hurdles with electronic signature...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-docusign-and-how-does-it-work/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-docusign-and-how-does-it-work/GuidesMon, 03 Apr 2023 07:23:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to Docusign Click Start Now Click Upload and select the file Add recipients and message sections, then click Sign Click Continue Select the recipient Select the page you want to add fields Use the Fields menu to click and drag Repeat steps 6–8 for all the recipient...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-add-fields-in-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-add-fields-in-docusign/AdviceMon, 03 Apr 2023 06:40:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Millions of users love Google Forms, one of the top form builders on the market, because of its simplicity, ease of access, and integration with the Google suite of tools. Users often choose Google Forms to create surveys, signup forms, and a wide variety of other types of web forms. However, this ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-offline/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-offline/AdviceSun, 02 Apr 2023 06:43:53 +0000<![CDATA[ As the founder of a new online store, you’ll want to make sure you’re operating a legitimate business. One point of confusion for many digital entrepreneurs involves licensing: Do you need a business license for an online store? The answer depends on a few things. In this article, we’ll help you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/do-you-need-a-business-license-for-an-online-store/https://www.jotform.com/blog/do-you-need-a-business-license-for-an-online-store/AdviceFri, 31 Mar 2023 08:21:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to the Publish tab in the Jotform Form Builder Select Quick Share Scroll down to Share Form Click the QR Code icon Collecting feedback from your clients and customers is one of the most important parts of your business. If you don’t have your finger on the pulse of what your cust...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/feedback-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/feedback-qr-code/AdviceFri, 31 Mar 2023 08:13:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform WPForms Formidable Forms Gravity Forms Most types of software have certain distinguishing features that make them more suitable for one type of user or another. For example, some software is great for enterprise use. Other software might be well suited for beginners working ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ninja-forms-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ninja-forms-alternatives/AdviceThu, 30 Mar 2023 06:11:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Asana Trello Teamwork Todoist In order to meet business goals, your team needs to get the work done. Simple, right? But scratch the surface and you’ll unearth a pretty complex  challenge: team management.     So, what makes a well-managed ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-task-management-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-task-management-apps/AdviceThu, 30 Mar 2023 06:08:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Candles Wall art Bath products Jewelry Tote bags and T-shirts Coasters Wreaths Scarves Digital products Printable items Gift baskets Selling items online can be a fun way to build a business or establish an additional source of income. And when you make those it...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/things-to-make-and-sell/https://www.jotform.com/blog/things-to-make-and-sell/AdviceWed, 29 Mar 2023 10:44:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Select the “more” menu Click the Get add-ons option Search for the Email Notifications Select the puzzle piece add-on icon and Email Notifications Click Create Email Notification Enter the sender’s name and email address Enter the email address associated with your project in As...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-to-asana/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-to-asana/AdviceWed, 29 Mar 2023 06:10:50 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re excited to announce our new e-book, Jotform for Beginners: Get More Done with Powerful Forms. You can download it now or get the Kindle version through Amazon.  Just like everything at Jotform, our e-book was produced 100-percent in-house. Even veteran Jotform users can learn somethin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-for-beginners-book/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-for-beginners-book/ProductTue, 28 Mar 2023 08:09:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Planning your bakery business Creating a web and social media presence Funding your venture Legal matters Marketing Software Business processes Starting a bakery business can be exciting and rewarding. However, it takes hard work, dedication, and passion to turn any big dre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-bakery-business-from-home/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-bakery-business-from-home/AdviceTue, 28 Mar 2023 06:44:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Set up a Cash App business account Identify your photo packages Decide how to sell your photos Process payments Deliver purchased photos Make the most of your photography business When you’re selling your work as a photographer, it’s important to make the checkout process as easy and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/sell-photo-packages-with-cash-app/https://www.jotform.com/photography/sell-photo-packages-with-cash-app/IndustriesTue, 28 Mar 2023 06:40:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Thank you for registering for our webinar, Three steps to safer, more sustainable field service operations. If you missed the live stream or want to revisit any portion of the webinar, you can watch it on YouTube. Use the links below to explore more free resources mentioned during the webinar ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-service-operations-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-service-operations-webinar/EnterpriseMon, 27 Mar 2023 07:27:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Our incredible community of Jotform Enterprise users often inspire new features by asking about ways to use the platform. Our success is grounded in your success, so we are constantly seeking better ways to streamline processes, enhance communication, and manage data. Let’s celebrate our shared suc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/favorite-features-of-jotform-enterprise-users/https://www.jotform.com/blog/favorite-features-of-jotform-enterprise-users/EnterpriseMon, 27 Mar 2023 06:16:18 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s digital world, it’s essential to have the right tools to support document sharing in your business. Whether you’re looking to facilitate employee collaboration or you want to provide a smooth e-signature process to reduce paper usage, both DocSend and Docusign can help. These popular ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docsend-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docsend-vs-docusign/AdviceMon, 27 Mar 2023 05:58:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Introduction stage Growth stage Maturity stage Decline stage When we talk about products, it’s usually when they’re already available for sale. But this view actually overlooks details about key processes that affect every product. We also miss out on important indicators of how success...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-life-cycle/https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-life-cycle/AdviceMon, 27 Mar 2023 05:56:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the specific form Click the dropdown arrow Select Section Insert a section title and description Online forms like employee onboarding forms and customer feedback surveys are invaluable tools for business owners. They’re affordable, convenient, and user-friendly, and they can...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-survey-sections-with-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-survey-sections-with-microsoft-forms/AdviceFri, 24 Mar 2023 07:13:14 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to managing complex projects, you need to be efficient. That’s where popular software solutions such as ClickUp and monday.com come in. They both have a variety of features that enable project managers to ensure their projects stay on track and on budget. If you’re considering impl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-vs-monday/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-vs-monday/AdviceFri, 24 Mar 2023 06:21:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Field service managers work in a variety of industry sectors, and they all require the same critical access to information to thrive. That’s why they trust Jotform Enterprise to keep them connected and informed about mission-critical systems spread across countries and continents. Here are just a f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-field-service-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-field-service-management/EnterpriseThu, 23 Mar 2023 10:47:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Anonymous feedback can be a valuable tool for organizations. By encouraging honesty, fairness, and privacy, anonymous feedback can help drive meaningful change and promote a culture of continuous improvement. Top 7 benefits of anonymous feedback More honest responses: When people know that s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-anonymous-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-anonymous-feedback/AdviceThu, 23 Mar 2023 07:51:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Gathering data online from your target audience isn’t always easy. Website visitors typically have an attention span of just eight seconds which is not a lot of time to pique their interest. So if you want to grab visitors’ attention and get them to share information with you, you need to use the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/popup-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/popup-forms/AdviceThu, 23 Mar 2023 07:47:10 +0000<![CDATA[ On your mobile device, go to the Microsoft Forms homepage Log in to your Microsoft 365 accoun Click the New Form button Add a title for your form Click the Add new button Choose a question type from the popup menu Enter a question and fill out the answer choices and other detail...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-mobile/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-mobile/AdviceThu, 23 Mar 2023 07:03:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the form or quiz you want to copy. Click the three dots in the top right corner. Select Make a Copy. Enter a name for your copy. Select a destination in your Drive and decide whether you want to share it with the same people. Click Enter. Interactive step-by-step tutorial...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-copy-a-google-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-copy-a-google-form/AdviceWed, 22 Mar 2023 07:20:10 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re starting to create a study or perform market research, then you’ll need to identify the population of interest early on in the process. Understanding and identifying the population of interest will inform everything from survey design to how you’ll find appropriate respondents. Plus, unde...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/population-of-interest/https://www.jotform.com/blog/population-of-interest/AdviceWed, 22 Mar 2023 06:22:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Create and customize your Google Form Get the embed code Add the form to your Squarespace website Google Forms are an effective way to collect user information. The tool is easy to use and offers a range of customization features to meet your needs. Google Forms are also easy to share. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-embed-a-google-form-in-squarespace/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-embed-a-google-form-in-squarespace/AdviceWed, 22 Mar 2023 05:54:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Introduction: In this interview, Jotform affiliate account manager Yaren Büyükdere talked with Andre Fisher, founder of the business automation services company Elevature about how a Jotform partnership has helped grow his business both in terms of revenue and in relationships with clients. The...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-elevature-interview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-elevature-interview/Customer StoriesTue, 21 Mar 2023 14:22:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Underground Printing is a national custom and digital printed apparel provider that offers screen printing and embroidery services to organizations of all sizes. Through the years, the company has maintained a focus on providing the best community and customer experience, in part, by having an unpa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/underground-printing-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/underground-printing-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 21 Mar 2023 07:27:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys can be powerful tools to better understand your market, customers, and employees. But a survey is only as good as the data it provides. If you have a poor survey response rate or the data is unclear, you might not get as much use out of the information as you had hoped. There’s a science...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-response-rate/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-response-rate/AdviceTue, 21 Mar 2023 07:23:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform involve.me SurveySparrow Upflowy WPForms Good marketers know that the way consumers respond to marketing efforts evolves over time. That’s why they stay in the know about consumer trends and marketing technology that can help them reach new and existing customers. One suc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/outgrow-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/outgrow-alternatives/AdviceTue, 21 Mar 2023 07:20:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Outgrow Driftrock Constant Contact Lead Gen & CRM Upflowy Marketing is a key function for any growing business. Without a continuous influx of new customers, your business will eventually stagnate and may even have to close up shop. This brings up an important face...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/growform-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/growform-alternatives/AdviceMon, 20 Mar 2023 07:14:55 +0000<![CDATA[ From social media magic tricks to no-code apps and Discord servers, Gen Z has grown up tech-savvy. But they aren’t children anymore. The oldest of this generational cohort, born in 1997, are turning 25 this year. They’ve graduated college and are settling into careers, where 80% want to work with g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cities-in-the-u-s-for-gen-z-techies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cities-in-the-u-s-for-gen-z-techies/AdviceFri, 17 Mar 2023 06:14:56 +0000<![CDATA[ It might be a lofty goal, but we want everyone to give Jotform a try. We believe every person can benefit from our no-code software and automation functionality. But to reach everyone, we must make Jotform accessible to everyone, including those who have a disability. That’s why we introduced Jo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-accessibility-week-2023/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-accessibility-week-2023/ProductThu, 16 Mar 2023 14:43:37 +0000<![CDATA[ In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, 47 percent of organizations saw a big increase in BYOD (bring your own device) practices as remote work became normalized and employees used their own devices to work from anywhere. So the question of how to take your business mobile is no longer one of if but ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-take-your-business-mobile-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-take-your-business-mobile-with-jotform/ProductThu, 16 Mar 2023 09:09:00 +0000<![CDATA[ I’d be lying if I said I thought curly fries were going to win Starch Madness 2023. Shaped like a pig’s tail, I always considered them more of a novelty fry barely something you’d eat at a circus or lower-tier fast food restaurant. But March is an unpredictable beast.  https://youtu.be...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/starch-madness-using-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/starch-madness-using-jotform/ProductThu, 16 Mar 2023 07:47:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Population and sample are two important terms in research. Having a thorough understanding of these terms is important if you want to conduct effective research and that’s especially true for new researchers. If you need a primer on population vs sample, this article covers everything you need to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/population-vs-sample/https://www.jotform.com/blog/population-vs-sample/AdviceThu, 16 Mar 2023 07:16:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Collect contest entries Gather customer feedback Guide customers to your website Engage with your customers Improve your customer service Facilitate more efficient returns Collect newsletter subscribers Conduct market research surveys Offer discounts and promotions On...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/retail-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/retail-qr-code/AdviceThu, 16 Mar 2023 07:09:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Use software Ask for feedback Provide training Digitize your onboarding paperwork Create a welcoming environment Nonprofits do a lot for our communities. They provide jobs, support local businesses, and strive to create a positive impact on society. Unfortunately, due to limit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-onboarding/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-onboarding/IndustriesWed, 15 Mar 2023 08:10:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand the need for a restaurant app Identify your market Figure out the features you need Determine the right software to build your restaurant app Share the restaurant app through multiple channels Mobile apps in the food and drink industry benefit both a restaurant and its...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-restaurant-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-restaurant-app/AdviceWed, 15 Mar 2023 08:03:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Know your audience Have clear marketing goals Refine your messaging Use a mix of marketing strategies Test new approaches Track key performance indicators Rework the strategy as needed The market for hospice services in the United States is set to grow over the next few yea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-market-a-hospice-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-market-a-hospice-program/AdviceTue, 14 Mar 2023 16:32:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Order your Cash Card Activate your Cash Card Enable Cash App direct deposit Set up a direct deposit Cash App is a mobile payment service that’s fast and easy to use. You can use Cash App for personal banking, but you can also opt to use the platform for business transactions with a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-enable-direct-deposit-on-cash-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-enable-direct-deposit-on-cash-app/IndustriesTue, 14 Mar 2023 16:18:05 +0000<![CDATA[ At Jotform we take accessibility seriously. We believe everyone should be able to benefit from Jotform’s workflow automation and data management tools. That’s why we recently took a step back from business as usual to spend a week learning about how we can optimize Jotform for everyone.  In...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-accessibility-features-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-accessibility-features-webinar/ProductTue, 14 Mar 2023 16:10:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Which benefits do you value most? Which tools are most vital for your work? What do you need to work from home? Which product features do you use most? What matters most to you when it comes to customer support? Which problems does our technology best solve? What are the biggest...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ranking-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ranking-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 13 Mar 2023 13:42:29 +0000<![CDATA[ As of April 2024, the total global number of social media users reached 5.07 billion, up from 4.2 billion in 2021. Put another way, more than half the world uses social media. It’s no wonder marketers in nearly every industry are using these channels to get to know their target audiences better. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 13 Mar 2023 13:05:55 +0000<![CDATA[ To acquire customers for your online store, there are two main strategies you can use: organic marketing and paid marketing. Both methods can create a flood of traffic, but the best approach for a particular store will depend on its specific needs and goals. In this article, we’ll compare organi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/organic-vs-paid-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/organic-vs-paid-marketing/AdviceThu, 09 Mar 2023 07:13:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Click the Create New Form button Click in the Name field and click on Edit Options Delete the existing names, and start adding your own Customize your timesheet form Click the Publish tab in the navigation bar Click the QR code icon Download an image of the QR code Even tho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-time-clock/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-time-clock/AdviceWed, 08 Mar 2023 07:16:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Remote work and a distributed workforce mean enterprise-level content management has never been more important. When your team isn’t all in one office, everyone needs easy and secure access to documents as well as a way to track the changes they make to them. SharePoint and DocuShare are two of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sharepoint-vs-docushare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sharepoint-vs-docushare/AdviceWed, 08 Mar 2023 07:14:24 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re excited to announce a new learning opportunity for Jotform Enterprise customers. Our customer success experts will be leading a series of 30-minute, biweekly webinars to help you make the most of the Enterprise platform. Join us for this Lunch and Learn series to learn new skills and op...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-the-jotform-enterprise-lunch-and-learn-series/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-the-jotform-enterprise-lunch-and-learn-series/EnterpriseWed, 08 Mar 2023 06:11:34 +0000<![CDATA[ The Google suite of apps is a must-have for just about any business. Collaboration tools like Google Docs, Google Meet, and Google Drive have become standard in workplaces ranging from small nonprofits to large corporations, and for good reason. Google apps are easy to use and designed with collabo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/g-suite-business-vs-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/g-suite-business-vs-enterprise/AdviceTue, 07 Mar 2023 07:04:45 +0000<![CDATA[ InCrowd ZoomRx FocusGroup MedSurvey M3 Global Research Medical survey portals that target physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals sometimes pay their respondents as much as $500 per survey. Doctors who participate in a paid medical survey also have the opportu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-survey/IndustriesTue, 07 Mar 2023 06:59:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Online Forms plug-in Booking Calendar Slider Revolution WoowGallery SEO Friendly Images Smush Pro Image Optimizer WP Fastest Cache WP Business Reviews Sunshine Photo Cart Easy Watermark WordPress As a wedding photographer, you’re likely focused on the creat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/best-wordpress-plugins-for-wedding-photographers/https://www.jotform.com/photography/best-wordpress-plugins-for-wedding-photographers/IndustriesMon, 06 Mar 2023 10:56:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the Google Form Click the Responses tab Toggle the Accepting Responses button Interactive step-by-step tutorial You send out forms hoping to collect responses, but what happens once you’ve reached your deadline or have enough responses and need to cut them off? Leaving a form...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-close-a-google-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-close-a-google-form/AdviceMon, 06 Mar 2023 10:32:26 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s no denying the convenience of technology in our everyday lives. We can shop, sign mortgage documents, work, and learn a new language all from the palm of our hand. Tech is prominent in professional settings, too, helping businesses automate processes, streamline workflows, and improve c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecrf-clinical-trials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecrf-clinical-trials/IndustriesFri, 03 Mar 2023 06:20:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Digital finance apps are making it easier than ever for consumers and businesses to transfer money almost instantly. And they’re catching on fast: According to a study by Cornerstone Advisors, more than 25 percent of Gen Z consumers and nearly 33 percent of millennials use a digital bank for their ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cash-app-for-business-vs-personal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cash-app-for-business-vs-personal/IndustriesThu, 02 Mar 2023 07:03:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Qualifio Qualtrics QuestionPro SurveyMonkey GetFeedback Sogolytics KwikSurveys is one of Europe’s largest online survey tools, and over three million people worldwide use it to create surveys, forms, and quizzes. Ideal for teams of all sizes, KwikSurveys is highly s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kwiksurvey-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kwiksurvey-alternatives/AdviceThu, 02 Mar 2023 06:59:39 +0000<![CDATA[ There are countless benefits to streamlining your business with an electronic document management system. Without manually printing, signing, and sending files, you not only make processes more efficient, but you also reduce the risk of human error. However, given the vast number of electronic s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-vs-foxit-esign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-vs-foxit-esign/AdviceWed, 01 Mar 2023 10:57:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Forms and create a new form If you’ve created a new form, add a title and description Add your ranking question in the question field Click on the dropdown menu, select the Multiple choice grid option Rows and columns will appear Click on the toggle button Click on t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-ranking/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-ranking/AdviceWed, 01 Mar 2023 05:49:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Last month we unveiled our latest Jotform Sign update: over 30 new integrations to help streamline workflows. If you’d like to learn more about how these integrations can smooth signature processes to save you time and money, check out “Streamline your workflows with 30+ Jotform Sign integrations.”...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/webinar-streamline-workflows-with-jotform-sign-integrations/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/webinar-streamline-workflows-with-jotform-sign-integrations/ProductTue, 28 Feb 2023 14:56:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Time travel with me for a moment: You just finished a stressful client meeting. Now it’s time for a break. You close your office door, lean back into your leather swivel chair, and light a cigarette. It’s casual Friday, so you’re sporting khakis and a crewneck sweater. The floppy disks piled pre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-waste-your-brain-on-busywork-3-things-you-need-to-do-instead/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-waste-your-brain-on-busywork-3-things-you-need-to-do-instead/BackstageTue, 28 Feb 2023 14:04:50 +0000<![CDATA[ How did one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters improve the accuracy and timeliness of its advertising campaigns? By using a template-based process and flexible integrations, powered by Jotform. Founded in 1878, the E.W. Scripps Company is one of the oldest diversified media companies ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-e-w-scripps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-e-w-scripps/Customer StoriesTue, 28 Feb 2023 09:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Every organization wants to give its employees the software features and flexibility they need to do their jobs efficiently. By doing so, the thinking goes, the organization’s bottom line will grow. The software that teams use to manage their workflows matters. To help inform your decision-makin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-jotform-enterprise-accelerates-company-growth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-jotform-enterprise-accelerates-company-growth/EnterpriseTue, 28 Feb 2023 08:37:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Successfully managing a restaurant comes with many challenges. After purchasing a chain of steak restaurants in London’s West End in 2003, restaurant organization ATFC, Ltd. expanded and developed several new restaurant brands throughout London. In total, it now employs about 500 staff and serves 1...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-popular-london-restaurant-brands-with-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-popular-london-restaurant-brands-with-jotform-enterprise/Customer StoriesTue, 28 Feb 2023 08:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re excited to bring our Enterprise customers a new mobile experience with the Jotform Enterprise Mobile app. Easily view and manage mobile forms, submission data, e-sign documents, and approvals from your mobile device. Platform admins can access the Admin Console to manage users, teams, and dat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise-mobile/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise-mobile/EnterpriseTue, 28 Feb 2023 06:56:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Watch our webinar to rethink your business processes and ways to make them more cost-effective. Whether you need inspiration for a fresh start or are looking for data to make the case for digitization and automation, we’ve got you covered. Learn How digitization creates savings in materia...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-cutting-costs-from-business-processes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-cutting-costs-from-business-processes/EnterpriseTue, 28 Feb 2023 06:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Watch our webinar, Introducing the Jotform Enterprise Mobile app to learn all about the features and functionality of our latest Enterprise mobile offering. See the app in action and get ideas for Collecting data in remote locations, on job sites, and from the road Streamlining access t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-enterprise-mobile/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-enterprise-mobile/EnterpriseTue, 28 Feb 2023 02:23:00 +0000<![CDATA[ QR codes, or “quick response” codes, are named for their ability to pull up information instantaneously when scanned. Though they’re similar to barcodes, they can hold more information. They originated in Japan in 1994, but it took almost two decades for them to become prominent in the United State...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-tracking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-tracking/AdviceFri, 24 Feb 2023 07:14:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Scoro Qwilr DocSend Proposify RFPIO ClientPoint iQuoteXpress PandaDoc Regardless of your industry, the sales process is complicated enough without having to worry about making quotations and tracking proposals as you try to close deals. Fortunately, quoting ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quoting-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quoting-apps/AdviceThu, 23 Feb 2023 15:01:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Build personal relationships with referring physicians Find an opportunity to talk to physicians in person Identify the best referral sources with data Clarify your value proposition Make the referral process easy and obstacle-free Streamline your internal processes Use hospice management ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-more-hospice-referrals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-more-hospice-referrals/AdviceThu, 23 Feb 2023 14:31:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform SurveyMonkey Typeform The popular online survey software SurveySparrow lets you create professional, beautiful surveys. The platform is full of features that make it easy to use and allow you to monitor and enhance the customer experience. It allows you to build surveys for jus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveysparrow-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveysparrow-alternatives/AdviceWed, 22 Feb 2023 07:58:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new spreadsheet Name a range of cells to create formulas to summarize results Add a new sheet in the spreadsheet Use the COUNTIF function With the new set of data, create a chart of your survey responses Interactive step-by-step tutorial Regardless of the industry y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-reports/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-reports/AdviceWed, 22 Feb 2023 06:14:25 +0000<![CDATA[ From customer relationship management (CRM) systems to email marketing platforms, digital workplace tools help streamline everyday processes, cut costs, and improve communication and collaboration. These automated solutions help businesses complete tasks more efficiently and securely than tradition...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-vs-rightsignature/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-vs-rightsignature/AdviceTue, 21 Feb 2023 07:42:09 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that the older population in the United States is growing. In 2019, people over 65 made up 16 percent of the population. In 2040, that segment is projected to jump to 21.6 percent.  At the same time, the incidences of cancer, dementia, cardiovascular disease, and kidney disea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-a-hospice-business/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-a-hospice-business/GuidesTue, 21 Feb 2023 06:57:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Bookly Bookings for WooCommerce Pro Booking Calendar Amelia Are you looking for an easy way to add a reservation system to your WordPress site? A WordPress booking plug-in could be the perfect solution. The right plug-in can turn any static WordPress site into a user-frie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-booking-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-booking-plugin/AdviceMon, 20 Feb 2023 12:44:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Upload the document Enter the recipient’s name and email address Select Email as your preferred delivery method Add the email subject and message Add a message by typing in the Email Message field Click Next Click the Preview button Select the yellow Send button Getting ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-send-a-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-send-a-docusign/AdviceSat, 18 Feb 2023 06:43:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Multiple-choice survey questions are some of the easiest for respondents to answer. Survey takers can quickly read the question and choose the best option for them. Multiple choice survey questions are also beneficial for survey creators for one thing, the responses are easier to analyze than thos...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/multiple-choice-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/multiple-choice-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 17 Feb 2023 07:06:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Data encryption FERPA protections HIPAA compliance GDPR compliance Data security is critically important for many organizations. Regardless of industry, businesses want to protect their own and their customers’ sensitive information by ensuring it doesn’t fall into the wrong hands. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-security/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-security/AdviceFri, 17 Feb 2023 05:44:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Many clinical trials use a questionnaire to collect information from participants in a given study. This questionnaire is known as a case report form, or CRF, and it contains participant data so researchers can categorize and analyze it during the next phase of the research process. Creating a p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-crf-in-clinical-trials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-crf-in-clinical-trials/IndustriesThu, 16 Feb 2023 12:52:20 +0000<![CDATA[ From a web browser, navigate to Google Contacts Click the Create contact button Choose the option Create a contact If you choose to add a single contact, simply add all the details Click Save Google Contacts is the most popular contact management app you’ve never heard of. If you use G...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-new-contact-in-google-contacts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-new-contact-in-google-contacts/AdviceThu, 16 Feb 2023 12:50:38 +0000<![CDATA[ If your organization depends on vendors to provide customers with products and services, it’s critical that you have a process in place to ensure your vendors are consistently delivering value. That’s where vendor performance management comes into play. The basics of vendor performance managemen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-performance-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-performance-management/AdviceWed, 15 Feb 2023 13:31:20 +0000<![CDATA[ With just one click, mobile payment apps like Venmo help users send and receive money quickly, safely, conveniently, and contact-free. From divvying up restaurant tabs to paying your half of the rent, Venmo makes splitting bills with friends and family easier than ever. But Venmo isn’t just for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-personal-vs-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-personal-vs-business/IndustriesWed, 15 Feb 2023 13:25:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Online Forms Easy Pricing Tables Advanced Shipment Tracking Beacon Web Analytics Return Refund and Exchange for WooCommerce Popup Builder Payment Plugins Hustle Many people aspire to start their own businesses. They want to make their own hours, be their own boss, and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-resellers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-resellers/AdviceTue, 14 Feb 2023 06:58:42 +0000<![CDATA[ To be legally binding, an agreement usually needs to be signed by all parties involved. Signatures confirm that all parties have seen, reviewed, and accepted all parts of a contract or agreement, establishing the document’s legality and preventing signers from claiming fraud in the future. These...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-a-wet-signature/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-a-wet-signature/AdviceTue, 14 Feb 2023 06:47:56 +0000<![CDATA[ In this interview, Jotform affiliate account manager Yaren Büyükdere talks with Collin Belt, founder of Belt Creative, a digital marketing agency that helps its clients get discovered online and land more customers. They talked about how to build a successful partnership with other brands and how B...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-belt-creative-interview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-belt-creative-interview/Customer StoriesTue, 14 Feb 2023 06:39:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to your Microsoft Forms account Click New Form In the Untitled form box, name the form Click + Add new to add a question Select Choice Type “Please select your preferred payment method” Type “Cash” in the Option 1 box and “Credit card” in the Option 2 box Click + Add o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-dropdown/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-dropdown/AdviceSat, 11 Feb 2023 05:53:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Forms in your mobile browser Sign in to your Google account Add a form title Add questions Creating online forms is one of many tasks you may want to accomplish when you don’t have access to your laptop. The question is, can you do that? It’s always easier to have a k...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-mobile/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-mobile/AdviceSat, 11 Feb 2023 05:40:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new blank Google form Type in the name you’d like to give your quiz Choose the format of your questions Add the questions you’d like to ask Add your answer options Simply click the + in the vertical box Repeat steps four through six After you've built your quiz, clic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/make-personality-quizzes/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/make-personality-quizzes/AdviceFri, 10 Feb 2023 07:12:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a form with the Jotform Form Builder Click the Publish tab Select Platforms Search for WordPress.com and click on it when it appears Click the green Copy Code button In your WordPress site’s post, add a Shortcode or Custom HTML block Paste your code to add your Jotform fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-form-to-database/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-form-to-database/AdviceFri, 10 Feb 2023 06:08:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Giving employee feedback is vital for the long-term success of every business. When organizations deliver employee feedback the right way, they provide constructive criticism that workers can use to grow. But if they carry out the process poorly, employee feedback can lead to a dramatic drop in emp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-feedback/AdviceFri, 10 Feb 2023 05:44:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Have a clear message Set up a volunteer onboarding process Offer online, flexible, and micro-volunteering opportunities Create a volunteer handbook Use social media Leverage your connections Tap into your community and beyond Assess volunteers’ skills Give them a game plan Show your app...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-find-volunteers-for-nonprofit/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-find-volunteers-for-nonprofit/IndustriesThu, 09 Feb 2023 07:23:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Sign up for Jotform if you haven't already Pick a content entry form template Drag and drop elements to customize your form Go to the Publish tab in the Jotform Form Builder Select Quick Share Scroll down to Share Form Click the QR Code icon Contests and prize giveaways are...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-contest/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-contest/AdviceThu, 09 Feb 2023 07:03:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Create buyer personas Use your data Ask your customers If you want to maximize the effectiveness of your marketing, it’s important to understand your audience. Knowing how to do customer research makes that possible. Customer research is the process of gathering information about your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-customer-research/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-customer-research/AdviceWed, 08 Feb 2023 11:03:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Clappia Appy Pie Bubble BuildFire Shoutem Bizness Apps GoodBarber Google AppSheet Caspio Not too long ago, business owners either needed to learn how to code or dole out a ton of cash to hire a team of developers if they wanted a new business app. This proces...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kintone-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kintone-alternative/AdviceWed, 08 Feb 2023 07:23:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Manual, antiquated processes like mailing physical documents for signatures or storing contracts in filing cabinets   are inefficient, lengthen sales cycles, and overburden workers. So how can you modernize these processes? With a proper e-signature solution. If you invest in an e-signatur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/qwilr-vs-pandadoc/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/qwilr-vs-pandadoc/AdviceTue, 07 Feb 2023 06:48:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Dropshipping Print on demand Third-party fulfillment centers Multilevel marketing Shopify provides business owners with a great opportunity to sell their products online. However, maintaining inventory and ensuring you always have everything you need on hand can be challenging. Some...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-on-shopify-without-inventory/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-on-shopify-without-inventory/AdviceTue, 07 Feb 2023 06:18:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Sign in to Microsoft Forms Open the form that you want to make public Click on Collect Responses Locate the Send and Collect Responses pane Choose the external users you would like to share the form Forms and questionnaires can give you valuable data, so you want to be sure that ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-microsoft-forms-public/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-microsoft-forms-public/AdviceTue, 07 Feb 2023 05:38:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Forms on Fire 123FormBuilder Mobile and online forms can help you modernize your business, streamline your work processes, and make a more professional impression on clients and customers. If you’re creating mobile forms, you may have considered using the mobile form builder Go...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/goformz-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/goformz-alternatives/AdviceMon, 06 Feb 2023 08:48:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Forms Create a new blank form Add poll questions Add response options Customize your poll Adjust settings Preview and share your Google Forms poll View responses Interactive step-by-step tutorial Google Forms is a versatile tool that you can use for a va...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-poll-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-poll-in-google-forms/AdviceMon, 06 Feb 2023 08:42:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Remember the days of printing documents and then delivering them by mail, fax, or even a messenger service when you needed a signature? Not only was that an expensive process paper, stamps, and couriers aren’t cheap but it was also an incredibly time-consuming and environmentally wasteful one. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/juro-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/juro-vs-docusign/AdviceThu, 02 Feb 2023 10:22:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to your Microsoft Forms account Click New Form In Untitled form, type in the name of your survey Click the green Add new button Click the dropdown menu and click Ranking Add text to the Question box Add your answers to the Option 1, 2, and 3 boxes Click Preview to see ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-ranking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-ranking/AdviceWed, 01 Feb 2023 08:50:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: best for comprehensive, no-code business management TrueContext (formerly ProntoForms): best for organizations with field service teams GoFormz: best for real-time reporting Zoho Forms: best for enabling UTM tracking on forms Formstack: best for automating workflows FastFi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gocanvas-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gocanvas-alternatives/AdviceWed, 01 Feb 2023 07:51:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a feedback form from a template or scratch Click the Publish button Click Embed then click the green Copy Code button In the Silex editor, click Add elements Click HTML Double-click the New HTML box, then paste the code Every website should include a few fundamental elements, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-user-feedback-form-on-silex/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-user-feedback-form-on-silex/AdviceWed, 01 Feb 2023 07:35:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Efficiently gathering electronic signatures is a key to keeping your business moving forward. Whether you’re completing sales contracts or gathering signatures for a real estate transaction, platforms like DocSend and PandaDoc can help. These tools work similarly, but there are some key features th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docsend-vs-pandadoc/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docsend-vs-pandadoc/AdviceTue, 31 Jan 2023 11:08:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Process Street ProcessMaker Paperform Formplus Kintone For organizations in any industry to stay competitive, they need automation. Relying on manual, tedious business processes will only result in less productivity and profitability. Mobile form automation software...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-com-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-com-alternatives/AdviceTue, 31 Jan 2023 08:24:53 +0000<![CDATA[ To ensure they’re operating in a secure, transparent manner, organizations often undergo various checks to make sure they’re complying with specific regulations and standards. These checks can assess how they handle cybersecurity, internal data controls, and financial disclosures. Cybersecurity com...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/soc-vs-sox/https://www.jotform.com/blog/soc-vs-sox/EnterpriseMon, 30 Jan 2023 06:27:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Watch our webinar to explore strategies for using technology to expand the impact of your nonprofit. Get highlights from our latest report on how nonprofit technology can provide new ways to Deepen trust with donors Save time and money  Improve transparency View the nonprofit tec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-using-technology-to-expand-impact/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-using-technology-to-expand-impact/EnterpriseFri, 27 Jan 2023 08:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ A new year often ushers in a renewed focus on personal and professional goals. But staying focused on your goals takes intentional effort, whether you’re trying to shed holiday pounds or manage a new strategic project. By automating tasks that don’t require your direct attention, you create more sp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/more-automation-in-2023-with-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/more-automation-in-2023-with-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseFri, 27 Jan 2023 08:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The Arbor Day Foundation is the largest nonprofit membership organization dedicated to planting trees, with more than 1 million members, supporters, and valued partners. As the organization celebrated 50 years and nearly 500 million trees planted, we reached out to web designer Rachel Fugate to lea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-arbor-day-foundation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-arbor-day-foundation/Customer StoriesFri, 27 Jan 2023 08:16:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you sell goods or services online? If you do, knowing the difference between a payment gateway vs a payment processor is vital. It’s easy to confuse the two terms, given the similarities between the two types of technology. In this article, we’ll look at the role each of them plays in the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-processor-vs-payment-gateway/https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-processor-vs-payment-gateway/IndustriesFri, 27 Jan 2023 07:48:11 +0000<![CDATA[ 256-bit SSL connection Form encryption PCI certification GDPR compliance HIPAA compliance Spam protection Privacy settings for forms Whether you own a small business or are part of a large corporation or a government organization, data security is of the utmost importance when you’re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/secure-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/secure-survey/AdviceFri, 27 Jan 2023 07:35:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to your Docusign account. Click Start Now. Click Sign a Document. Click Upload and select the PDF document. Under Add Recipients, then check the I’m the only signer box. Click Sign. Drag and drop your signature from the panel. Click Finish. Remember when we had to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-upload-a-document-to-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-upload-a-document-to-docusign/AdviceFri, 27 Jan 2023 07:02:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to Jotform Click on Create a Form and choose Create Signable Document From the Add Fields menu, add in all the signature fields Assign a signer role or name to each signature Click the Send tab to add in the email addresses and names of the signers Toggle the Signing Order ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/invoice-signature/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/invoice-signature/AdviceThu, 26 Jan 2023 07:04:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform SurveySparrow Qualtrics Leapsome Performance reviews can boost employee motivation, productivity, and self-confidence all of which can ultimately drive business forward. But the traditional one-on-one manager-employee performance review can be inefficient not to mention ne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/360-feedback-tool/https://www.jotform.com/blog/360-feedback-tool/AdviceThu, 26 Jan 2023 06:40:42 +0000<![CDATA[ The right donor management platform can completely transform a nonprofit’s fundraising results.  A good customer relationship management (CRM) system can help nonprofits communicate more effectively with their donors, increase conversion rates, and encourage regular donations, writes Stewar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/raisers-edge-vs-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/raisers-edge-vs-salesforce/IndustriesTue, 24 Jan 2023 15:25:06 +0000<![CDATA[ How familiar are you with the product? How frequently do you purchase the product? What do you like most and least about the product? What price would you expect to pay for the product if you bought it today? If you knew the price of the product was [price], would you be willing to bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pricing-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pricing-survey-questions/AdviceTue, 24 Jan 2023 15:11:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Years ago, Google created Docs as an answer to Microsoft Word. Docs gave you a lot of the same features as Word, but you also got the ability to collaborate with others in real time on your work, as well as access it from anywhere. At some point, Google created Forms as an add-on for its spreads...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-themes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-themes/AdviceTue, 24 Jan 2023 12:44:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Open up the three-dot menu Select Add branching Select the dropdown menu Skip to another question Skip to another section Skip to the end of the form Test the logic Microsoft Forms is a relatively simple form tool, but it does allow you add conditional logic to guide users ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-conditional-logic/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-conditional-logic/AdviceTue, 24 Jan 2023 12:23:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the email from Docusign Click the Review Document button Click the yellow Continue button Add the fields on the left to fill out the required information Once you enter all your information, click the yellow Finish button To share the signed document, enter Copy Recipient Info...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-sign-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-sign-docusign/AdviceTue, 24 Jan 2023 12:18:27 +0000<![CDATA[ A world of possibilities awaits you and your team in the year ahead. Setting clear productivity goals is a great way for your company to reach new heights. Jotform can help you automatically keep track of your quantitative goals, saving time in the process. But promoting physical and mental heal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-jotform-to-hit-2023-goals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-jotform-to-hit-2023-goals/ProductTue, 24 Jan 2023 08:05:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign, our e-signature solution that automates signature collection using your forms, launched in late 2022. And we’re excited to usher in a new year by announcing more than 30 workflow integrations you can now use for automated e-sign document delivery. The integrations available now cov...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/announcing-jotform-sign-integrations/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/announcing-jotform-sign-integrations/ProductTue, 24 Jan 2023 08:01:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Starting the new year means shaking off that holiday rust and jumping back into the work that needs to be tackled to accomplish your new goals. To help your team be as productive as possible right from the jump, we’re highlighting some of the fastest-growing workflow integrations within our plat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-fastest-growing-integrations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-fastest-growing-integrations/ProductTue, 24 Jan 2023 07:48:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to your Docusign account and select Templates Select the template Click the template actions dropdown, and select Edit Edit the template by customizing elements When you’re signing a contract or agreement whether you’re buying a home, applying for a business loan, or hiring ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-edit-a-docusign-document/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-edit-a-docusign-document/AdviceTue, 24 Jan 2023 07:30:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Create your Microsoft Form Click on Style Select one of the suggested styles and cover page designs Fill in the heading and description Your online forms are a reflection of your brand, and a form cover page is what makes the first impression. For Microsoft users, adding a customize...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cover-page-to-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cover-page-to-microsoft-forms/AdviceTue, 24 Jan 2023 06:45:13 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to electronic signature services, two popular options you’ll likely come across are PandaDoc and Adobe Sign. But how do they differ in terms of pricing and features, and more importantly, which one should you use for your business? PandaDoc vs Adobe Sign: Overview What is PandaD...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/pandadoc-vs-adobe-sign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/pandadoc-vs-adobe-sign/AdviceTue, 24 Jan 2023 06:40:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re collecting data for business or academic research, the first step is to identify the type of data you need to collect and what method you’ll use to do so. In general, there are two data types primary and secondary and you can gather both with a variety of effective collection metho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/primary-and-secondary-data-collection-methods/https://www.jotform.com/blog/primary-and-secondary-data-collection-methods/AdviceTue, 24 Jan 2023 06:20:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Few pairings are as synonymous with one another as bourbon and Kentucky. (A case could be made for Wisconsin and cheese, but Kentucky’s claim on bourbon likely wins out.) Given the legacy and hallowed history of flagship distilleries found on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, it can be tough to be the ne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-riff-distilling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-riff-distilling/Customer StoriesTue, 24 Jan 2023 05:55:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Last year was filled with many achievements at Jotform. We added millions of new users, had a couple of large-scale product launches, and received hundreds of customer reviews across several different review sites. According to Shopify, “Customers are 63% more likely to trust and buy from a comp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-receives-500-plus-badges-in-2022/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-receives-500-plus-badges-in-2022/ProductTue, 24 Jan 2023 05:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign Adobe Acrobat Sign PandaDoc Foxit eSign jSign Electronic signatures allow you to skip the clunky process of printing and mailing physical documents to be signed. And with e-signature apps, anyone can digitally sign documents and forms without having standalone softwa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-e-signature/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-e-signature/AdviceFri, 20 Jan 2023 10:58:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Research is the process of systematically collecting, documenting, and studying data about observable phenomena, like a specific topic, issue, or event. No matter your field of study whether it’s medicine, business, psychology, or anything else the goal of doing research is usually to investigate...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-research/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-research/AdviceFri, 20 Jan 2023 10:51:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a form from a template Go to the Publish tab Select Quick Share Scroll down to Share Form Click the QR code icon If you’ve ever been to a networking event, you’ve probably received a business card with a QR code on it. That QR code probably held all the ways that you could...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/booking-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/booking-qr-code/AdviceThu, 19 Jan 2023 07:31:51 +0000<![CDATA[ In the real estate industry whether you’re an agent, developer, broker, or appraiser you deal with a lot of paperwork, including purchase agreements, leases, home inspection reports, and deeds. Not only do you have to prepare and send these documents, but you also need to collect signatures for t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/authentisign-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/authentisign-vs-docusign/AdviceThu, 19 Jan 2023 07:09:52 +0000<![CDATA[ If you head to your nearest grocery store or retailer, you’ll find that almost every item on the shelves have something in common: They all have a barcode printed on the packaging. When you take your items to a checkout station, a store associate can scan the barcodes to get the exact details of ea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-vs-barcode/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-vs-barcode/AdviceWed, 18 Jan 2023 06:31:58 +0000<![CDATA[ In this interview, Jotform’s affiliate account manager Yaren Büyükdere talks with Alvin George, project manager of DNA Recruitment, about the importance of automation in business and how Jotform helps them cut costs and stay ahead of the competition. You can earn commissions while automating yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-dna-recruitment-interview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-dna-recruitment-interview/Customer StoriesTue, 17 Jan 2023 10:58:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Every business runs on processes. Whether it’s a bakery offering trendy cupcakes or a software development firm making social media apps, businesses need processes to keep things moving. When employees have a clear set of processes in place, they can effectively work on their tasks and help the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-process-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-process-management/AdviceTue, 17 Jan 2023 07:17:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Zibster Koalender The Choice Eliminator plug-in for Google Forms is a popular choice, and it’s easy to see why. Choice Eliminator lets you eliminate options from multiple choice, list, and checkbox questions. The plug-in is an effective way to create forms that remove options a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/choice-eliminator-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/choice-eliminator-alternative/AdviceMon, 16 Jan 2023 13:23:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether your sales team is new or old, small or large, you can always benefit from a little administrative assistance. By allowing you to create, sign, and share e-documents from one centralized platform, tools like Proposify and PandaDoc help sales teams streamline processes, automate workflows, r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/proposify-vs-pandadoc/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/proposify-vs-pandadoc/AdviceMon, 16 Jan 2023 13:07:28 +0000<![CDATA[ New year, new you. This year, apply that old adage to your business too! With the rush of the holidays now a memory, it’s time to start fresh: Reevaluate your selling strategy, refresh your connections, and reinvigorate your business. No matter how you’re looking to update or expand your busines...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-optimize-jotform-store-builder-with-mollie-and-activecampaign/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-optimize-jotform-store-builder-with-mollie-and-activecampaign/ProductFri, 13 Jan 2023 07:41:45 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a researcher who regularly collects data, you know how important it is to obtain the correct sample size and type for your studies. When performing market research for your industry or company, you may choose to use a variety of sampling types and different methods to enlist research part...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/river-sampling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/river-sampling/AdviceFri, 13 Jan 2023 07:29:24 +0000<![CDATA[ More than ever, e-signature solutions are critical to business success regardless of your industry. Most teams don’t have the bandwidth to print out proposals, contracts, and agreements and then send them via mail, fax, or courier service to prospective clients for their John Hancock. With the rig...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/proposify-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/proposify-vs-docusign/AdviceFri, 13 Jan 2023 07:18:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Interactive step-by-step tutorial What are Google Forms header images or banners? A Google Forms header image, also called a banner, is the image that appears at the top of a Google Form. It’s the first thing your form respondent sees when they open the form, so it’s pretty important. If yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-header-image-size/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-header-image-size/AdviceThu, 12 Jan 2023 08:21:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to Google Forms and create a new form Give it a title and a description Click on the question and change its type to Short answer Enter First Name as the question text Make the field required by toggling the Required setting on Copy the First Name field Click on the Add secti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-google-rsvp-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-google-rsvp-form/AdviceThu, 12 Jan 2023 06:47:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Businesses often use surveys to learn more about their customers but surveys can be equally helpful to educational institutions. Schools, daycares, and similar centers of learning can use surveys to learn more about their students in order to better serve and nurture them. In the pursuit of such k...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/parent-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/parent-survey-questions/AdviceThu, 12 Jan 2023 06:02:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Learn the difference between selling products and services Find your target audience Understand the time commitment Be clear about the results Figure out whether you can scale Prioritize the relationship Develop good onboarding and offboarding processes From massage therapy...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-a-service-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-a-service-online/AdviceWed, 11 Jan 2023 10:49:36 +0000<![CDATA[ In your Google Form, click the three vertical dots. Select Add-ons. Search for choice eliminator and choose Choice Eliminator Lite. Click the Install button. Interactive step-by-step tutorial When you use online forms to schedule appointments or sell products, you need to be su...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-choice-eliminator-to-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-choice-eliminator-to-google-forms/AdviceWed, 11 Jan 2023 10:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigate to Google Forms and create a new form Add headings, questions, answer options, and any images Click on Settings and turn on the Make this a quiz switch Adjust the quiz options Click on the Classwork tab, and Create button, then choose Assignment Click on the Drive button, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-a-google-form-to-google-classroom/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-a-google-form-to-google-classroom/IndustriesWed, 11 Jan 2023 08:51:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigate to your Google Forms homepage Select the form Click the purple Send button Next to Send via, you’ll see a few options. Click the third one (<>) Copy the code that appears under Embed HTML Paste the copied HTML code Interactive step-by-step tutorial Google...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/embed-a-google-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/embed-a-google-form/AdviceWed, 11 Jan 2023 08:41:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Feedback Button Broken Link Checker Hustle TablePress PushEngage ThirstyAffiliates Uncanny Automator Pretty Links Akismet Wordfence Landing Page Builder Popup Maker Editorial Calendar TinyPNG MonsterInsights AdRotate Calculated Fields Form Redirection ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plug-ins-for-marketers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plug-ins-for-marketers/AdviceWed, 11 Jan 2023 06:43:36 +0000<![CDATA[ In the wake of multiple crises in the past few years, entrepreneurs are now facing a new one: a human energy crisis. As it turns out, the workplace flexibility afforded by the pandemic came at a cost. As Kathleen Hogan, Microsoft’s Chief People Officer and EVP, writes, “Since the start of the pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-human-energy-crisis-strategies-for-preventing-burnout/https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-human-energy-crisis-strategies-for-preventing-burnout/BackstageTue, 10 Jan 2023 09:48:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: best for ready-to-use survey templates SurveyMonkey: best for industry-specific templates SurveyLegend: best for beautifully designed surveys Qualtrics: best for enterprise organizations with complex survey needs Alchemer: best for small teams looking for straightforward pric...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/questionpro-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/questionpro-alternatives/AdviceTue, 10 Jan 2023 06:57:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Regardless of your industry, if you’re a salesperson, you are focused on producing revenue. Your job is to be a brand ambassador, engage high-quality leads, close deals quickly, and nurture existing customer relationships to make money for your organization. Yet no matter how effective you are a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/qwilr-vs-proposify/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/qwilr-vs-proposify/AdviceTue, 10 Jan 2023 06:17:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Blackboard Learn Quizlet Canvas Quizizz Running a classroom has its challenges, so many educators turn to technology to keep their lessons engaging. Game-based learning platforms like Kahoot! are popular for making the school day more interactive with live quizzes, videos, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kahoot-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kahoot-alternatives/IndustriesMon, 09 Jan 2023 07:29:29 +0000<![CDATA[ With online forms, your customers can book appointments, buy products, sign up for events, and more. But how do you make sure you don’t double-book appointments or sell more products than you have in stock through your forms? You don’t want to have to manually monitor your form responses and keep c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/choice-eliminator-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/choice-eliminator-microsoft-forms/AdviceMon, 09 Jan 2023 06:14:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Keep your questions simple Don’t ask leading questions Have a clear idea of what success looks like Take advantage of existing tools to create your survey How do you turn audience feedback into hard data? The best way is through the use of quantitative surveys, which encourage your ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quantitative-surveys/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quantitative-surveys/AdviceFri, 06 Jan 2023 06:26:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Pick one of Jotform’s sign-in sheet templates Include the right fields to collect attendance data Generate a unique QR code for your form Display your QR code If you’ve ever thought about how you were going to keep attendance for an event, class, or employee workshop, you’ve likely ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-sign-in-sheet/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-sign-in-sheet/AdviceFri, 06 Jan 2023 06:13:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Though new technology can seem intimidating sometimes, it can also help you be more effective in your personal and professional life, especially when it comes to automating manual processes. Automating time-consuming, everyday tasks is typically safer, more efficient, and faster than performing the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-invoice/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-invoice/AdviceThu, 05 Jan 2023 06:37:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Registering guests for events Incorporating fans into the art Commissioning work Processing online orders Running contests Getting newsletter subscribers Artists bring beauty into the world through their work. Whether their medium is watercolor, multimedia, music, clay, or som...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-art/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-art/AdviceThu, 05 Jan 2023 06:08:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Business Directory Plugin Jotform Premium Chat Yellow Schedule HIPAA FORMS HIPAAtizer Comm100 Live Chat & Chatbot Jituzu Tools Wappointment KI Live Video Booking Calendar MJM Clinic LifePress WPBackItUp Backup Plugin Limit Login Attempts Reloaded ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plug-ins-for-counselors/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plug-ins-for-counselors/IndustriesWed, 04 Jan 2023 07:50:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Excellent document management is key to an organization’s ability to operate efficiently and effectively in the era of remote work. From storing and accessing files in the cloud to tracking changes and monitoring access, a content management solution is a must for any enterprise business. But wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/alfresco-vs-nuxeo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/alfresco-vs-nuxeo/AdviceWed, 04 Jan 2023 07:29:43 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the most influential leaders of our time, Nelson Mandela, was considered the father of Modern South Africa. And among his illuminary quotes is one that equates a great leader with a shepherd. In his autobiography, Mandela writes: “He stays behind the flock, letting the most nimble go out...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-focus-on-being-a-great-leader-focus-on-building-a-great-team/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-focus-on-being-a-great-leader-focus-on-building-a-great-team/BackstageTue, 03 Jan 2023 15:05:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating a to-do list using cards Organizing your lists and completing tasks Adding a to-do list to a card Using to-do lists to plan projects Assigning tasks to your team members Letting others add to your list Trello is one of the most versatile project management tools on th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/trello-to-do-list/https://www.jotform.com/blog/trello-to-do-list/AdviceTue, 03 Jan 2023 10:26:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Online Forms Book a Room WebLibrarian Library Bookshelves Mooberry Book Manager Multi-Author Libraries don’t always have the budgets for the latest technology especially smaller libraries in more rural areas. But having a digitized version of your library is essential to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plugins-for-librarians/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plugins-for-librarians/AdviceTue, 03 Jan 2023 07:19:37 +0000<![CDATA[ The code is too small or too blurry It’s not placed in a well-lit environment The code is dirty or damaged There’s too much glare from the sun or other light sources The image is too dark or has low contrast The code is too close to other objects or text The link address is inco...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-not-working/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-not-working/AdviceMon, 02 Jan 2023 07:28:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Today’s digital payments landscape continues to become more innovative and convenient. We’re now able to simply wave our phones around to make purchases it’s like magic! What’s really at play is technology, of course. Google Pay is one example of this type of technology, but sometimes consumers...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-google-pay-safe/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-google-pay-safe/IndustriesMon, 02 Jan 2023 06:58:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Select Appointment schedule Bookable appointment schedule Appointment duration General availability Scheduling window Adjusted availability Booked appointment settings Whether you’re scheduling meetings with coworkers or booking appointments with clients, the appointment sc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-appointment-slots-in-google-calendar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-appointment-slots-in-google-calendar/AdviceSat, 31 Dec 2022 06:55:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Learn everything you can about your consumer base Choose a niche that matters to you Evaluate your ideas Research product subcategories Differentiate how your business approaches the niche One of the keys to finding success in the world of e-commerce is identifying your target market ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-a-niche-market-for-your-online-store/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-a-niche-market-for-your-online-store/AdviceFri, 30 Dec 2022 07:20:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Online Forms Simply Schedule Appointments Appointment Hour Booking Yoast Local SEO plug-in MailPoet WordPress is a great content management system for dental practice websites. Not only can you find themes designed specifically for dentists, but you can also improve and c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plugins-for-dentists/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plugins-for-dentists/IndustriesFri, 30 Dec 2022 05:58:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer feedback is essential when making any product or marketing decision. You need to understand what your customers think to develop the best product or campaign. Focus groups and surveys are two of the most popular methods of obtaining feedback. Both are excellent ways of hearing directly ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/focus-groups-vs-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/focus-groups-vs-survey/AdviceThu, 29 Dec 2022 14:10:04 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re considering offering digital payment options to your customers, you may already be familiar with the differences between Google Pay vs Venmo. Google Pay is part of one of the world’s most well-known tech giants, while another giant, PayPal, has owned Venmo since 2013. Both Google Pay a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-pay-vs-venmo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-pay-vs-venmo/IndustriesThu, 29 Dec 2022 14:08:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Create your form using Gravity Forms’ drag-and-drop designer Click the Embed button Click the Copy Shortcode button Use the Add Shortcode button Check your work Gravity Forms is a powerful WordPress plug-in that allows you to create custom forms and add them to your website. You ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gravity-forms-short-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gravity-forms-short-code/AdviceThu, 29 Dec 2022 07:06:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform SurveyMonkey SurveyLegend Key Survey is a platform that allows you to collect, manage, and analyze survey feedback. The platform lets you create different question types and gives you custom design options. Conditional logic creates a tailored survey experience based on a respo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/key-survey-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/key-survey-alternatives/AdviceWed, 28 Dec 2022 08:09:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the Jotform wedding invitation template or create a new form from scratch Input the event information and details Add form and design elements Click the Publish tab to see options for sharing your form Planning a wedding is notoriously stressful, demanding attention to detail t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-wedding-invitations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-wedding-invitations/AdviceWed, 28 Dec 2022 06:24:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform SurveyMonkey QuestionPro Checkbox Survey is an online survey tool designed for companies that want to survey customers and/or employees. The tool is known for its beautiful and professional survey design, which encourages recipients to complete the surveys. Other essential f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/checkbox-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/checkbox-survey/AdviceTue, 27 Dec 2022 12:02:04 +0000<![CDATA[ In the business world, countless transactions and deals take place among business partners and others. To set out the terms of an agreement and reduce the chance of misunderstandings or even disputes, it’s useful to outline terms and expectations in writing. This is where a letter of agreement may ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/writing-a-letter-of-agreement/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/writing-a-letter-of-agreement/AdviceTue, 27 Dec 2022 11:08:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Using a project management tool like ClickUp and all the advanced features that come along with it is a great way to help your team stay organized. One of the most useful features, which ClickUp itself refers to as “the heart” of the platform, is the ClickUp hierarchy. Using the hierarchy, use...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-hierarchy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-hierarchy/AdviceTue, 27 Dec 2022 06:12:49 +0000<![CDATA[ In the Jotform Form Builder, you’ll see three different options: Build, Settings, and Publish. Click Publish. On the left panel, click Embed. Copy the HTML embed code. Go to your website builder and paste the code or paste the code into an app builder. Electronic signatures have bec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/embedded-signing/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/embedded-signing/AdviceMon, 26 Dec 2022 09:02:46 +0000<![CDATA[ As a business owner, you can’t escape the hype around payment apps. Recent research shows that 82 percent of Americans use digital payments, which is a clear reason to offer them as an option at checkout. But deciding which payment apps to offer is a little less cut and dried. Two popular choice...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-pay-vs-paypal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-pay-vs-paypal/IndustriesMon, 26 Dec 2022 08:53:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Convenience is all the rage. We shop for groceries, pay bills, book travel, and schedule doctor appointments from the palm of our hand saving time, paper, and sometimes even money. (The costs of gas and stamps add up, after all.) We also send, receive, and sign online forms from the comfort of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-vs-pandadoc/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-vs-pandadoc/AdviceFri, 23 Dec 2022 09:03:09 +0000<![CDATA[ E-signature solutions help us better engage with our customers and vendors, remove administrative burdens, streamline everyday processes, and ensure we remain compliant with regulations regardless of our business’s size or industry. By enabling users to create, sign, and share electronic documents...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-vs-signnow/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-vs-signnow/AdviceFri, 23 Dec 2022 08:33:19 +0000<![CDATA[ There are a lot of reasons to add forms to your WordPress website. Whether you’re creating a lead generation tool, asking your customers to fill out a survey, or collecting data about a new patient, forms can help you gather the data you need. Once you’ve set up a way to collect information, though...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-form-to-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-form-to-google-sheets/AdviceThu, 22 Dec 2022 12:37:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Keeping business projects on track is a full-time job, and there’s no shortage of project management solutions to help you do it effectively. ClickUp is one of the most highly rated, and it works well for both small businesses and enterprises (and everything in between). In this article, we’ll w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-pricing/AdviceThu, 22 Dec 2022 06:50:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Many organizations use surveys to get insight into their customers’ level of satisfaction with products and services. However, sometimes customers just don’t have the time to offer feedback, or they may not be fluent in the language of the survey. This is where a smiley face rating scale comes in.&...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/smiley-face-rating-scale/https://www.jotform.com/blog/smiley-face-rating-scale/AdviceWed, 21 Dec 2022 11:38:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Verify your website’s content management system (CMS) Choose your products or services Select an e-commerce platform Add a payment processor Determine your shipping strategy Creating a successful website takes a lot of work. You spend hours perfecting the content and design and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-an-online-store/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-an-online-store/AdviceWed, 21 Dec 2022 11:22:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Launching new products is part of being an entrepreneur. But what you launch and how you launch it are crucial. As an object lesson, let us revisit the 1985 release of New Coke, an event so bleak in the eyes of Coca-Cola fans that some actually call it Black Tuesday. The backstory is that the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/launching-a-new-product-read-this-first/https://www.jotform.com/blog/launching-a-new-product-read-this-first/BackstageTue, 20 Dec 2022 11:28:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform WebPT Elation Health EHR ChartLogic Carepatron Acuity Scheduling SimplePractice Whether you’re a physician, a therapist, or another kind of healthcare professional, you need an effective team to run an efficient, organized practice. And employees need practice manag...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-diary-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-diary-alternatives/IndustriesTue, 20 Dec 2022 06:59:23 +0000<![CDATA[ No matter what industry you work in, digital solutions ensure you work smarter, not harder. Software like customer relationship management (CRM) systems, email marketing tools, and scheduling apps help cut costs, streamline processes, reduce errors, and boost productivity company-wide. Electroni...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signeasy-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signeasy-vs-docusign/AdviceFri, 16 Dec 2022 07:44:49 +0000<![CDATA[ December is an excellent time to get caught up and plan for the new year. If you missed the opportunity to learn about new Jotform Enterprise products and features this year, here’s your chance.  Below are the best Jotform Enterprise product launches and enhancements of 2022, designed to im...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-enterprise-2022/https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-enterprise-2022/EnterpriseThu, 15 Dec 2022 14:10:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Until very recently, organizations had two options for implementing technology to improve workplace productivity: build it or buy it. But the recent explosion of low- and no-code solutions has created more affordable and efficient ways to solve a host of workplace challenges. And today’s decision-m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/2023-enterprise-trends-and-how-to-adapt/https://www.jotform.com/blog/2023-enterprise-trends-and-how-to-adapt/EnterpriseThu, 15 Dec 2022 14:09:16 +0000<![CDATA[ A long time ago  as in, before 2000  we used a device called a fax machine. The fax machine was what you turned to when you needed to send or receive a signature from someone outside of walking proximity. And while it’s true that using a fax is easier than hand-delivering the document, that doesn’t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-streamline-your-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-streamline-your-business/BackstageTue, 13 Dec 2022 13:51:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Hippopotamuses may eat a steady diet of watermelon and lettuce, but what they really crave is fame and admiration. Everyone knows that. You might have heard of Fiona, the Taylor Swift of hippos, who set the internet on fire when the Cincinnati Zoo introduced her to the world in 2017. There are c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-cincinnati-zoo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-cincinnati-zoo/Customer StoriesTue, 13 Dec 2022 11:02:57 +0000<![CDATA[ 2022 was an exciting year for Jotform, and we have the webinars to prove it. We hosted 31 live sessions this year, and you signed up to join us nearly 10,000 times! Included here are our top five webinars of the year in terms of registration and live attendance. These were your favorites, as wel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinars-from-2022/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinars-from-2022/ProductTue, 13 Dec 2022 11:01:30 +0000<![CDATA[ 2022 was the best year yet for Jotform, and it has a lot to do with the fact that you, our users, were at the center of everything we touched. 🤗 Every one of the accomplishments we’re highlighting here is tied directly to customer engagement in some way.  One of the cool things about lookin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-2022/https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-2022/ProductTue, 13 Dec 2022 10:59:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Here at Jotform, we’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: We couldn’t be more proud of our product. We’ve built everything at Jotform from the ground up internally (rather than outsourcing or acquiring products), so it’s especially humbling to know that 18 million users and counting have put th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-builds-new-products/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-builds-new-products/BackstageTue, 13 Dec 2022 10:58:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform’s affiliate account manager Yaren Büyükdere interviewed Hunter Donia, founder of Hair by Hunty, who offers workshops to help people in the beauty industry learn about how automation can help them manage their businesses better. Yaren and Hunter chatted about the benefits of automating busin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-hair-by-hunty-interview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-hair-by-hunty-interview/Customer StoriesFri, 09 Dec 2022 12:23:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Implement a data destruction policy Protect your network from malware Prioritize password security Encrypt your wireless network Educate your employees about data security best practices Use secure business software like Jotform No matter your industry healthcare, retail, automotive,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-can-an-organization-do-to-keep-its-data-safe/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-can-an-organization-do-to-keep-its-data-safe/AdviceFri, 09 Dec 2022 07:06:29 +0000<![CDATA[ For most business owners, making the decision to add a new payment method isn’t easy. A fair evaluation of a payment provider involves doing a lot of research and looking at both its benefits and drawbacks to determine whether it’s right for your business. In this article, we consider the pros a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pros-and-cons-of-google-pay/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pros-and-cons-of-google-pay/IndustriesFri, 09 Dec 2022 06:52:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Decide on the type of business you want to start Pick a name and create your brand identity Register your business Create a website Do you want to share your love of astrology with the world and make money doing it? Providing professional astrology services to clients could be the an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-money-using-astrology/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-money-using-astrology/AdviceThu, 08 Dec 2022 08:00:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Makes it easier for staff to deal with a large volume of applications Offers staff greater flexibility in where they work Makes filling out applications simpler for students Automates the time-consuming process of sending acceptances and denials Reduces your admissions department’s costs Ke...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enrollment-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enrollment-management-software/IndustriesThu, 08 Dec 2022 07:18:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Store Builder Etsy Amazon Handmade indieCart Facebook Marketplace Shopify If you have a talent for crafting handmade items, turning your skill into a business isn’t always an easy next step. There are a lot of things to consider, such as how to find a reliable site or ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/where-to-sell-handmade-items-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/where-to-sell-handmade-items-online/AdviceWed, 07 Dec 2022 08:10:06 +0000<![CDATA[ ActiveCampaign Jotform Ninja Forms Personizely Popupsmart Wishpond For the digital marketer looking to upgrade their website’s form and popup capabilities, a feature-rich form builder can help refine those elements and boost customer engagement. One such tool that caters speci...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digioh-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digioh-alternatives/AdviceWed, 07 Dec 2022 07:48:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Customize questions to get the information. Tailor the form design. Edit the layout for a better user experience. Access additional customization options. Interactive step-by-step tutorial Whether you’re creating an online form, survey, poll, or quiz, Google Forms is a great to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-customize-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-customize-google-forms/AdviceTue, 06 Dec 2022 12:51:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Updox CareCloud Jotform Curogram Accountable MedForward The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a federal law all healthcare institutions must comply with. It was created to regulate how protected health information (PHI) think patient names, addres...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/electronic-consent-software/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/electronic-consent-software/IndustriesTue, 06 Dec 2022 07:25:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Tutor LMS BadgeOS Jotform Online Forms WP Courseware LifterLMS WPSchoolPress Webba Booking Masteriyo LMS Bookly Educar BuddyPress Video Conferencing with BigBlueButton (BBB) Educators have always had a lot on their plate even before the pandemic. In addition...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plugins-for-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plugins-for-teachers/IndustriesMon, 05 Dec 2022 13:02:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Over the summer, Jotform opened its sixth office worldwide in Turkey’s largest city, Istanbul. It’s a sight to behold: Set among the trees of Belgrad Forest, our new digs have huge windows that showcase magnificent views, super fast Wi-Fi and ample space for Jotformers to do their best work. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-case-for-sometimes-working-in-person/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-case-for-sometimes-working-in-person/BackstageFri, 02 Dec 2022 14:09:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Every project has workflows that move tasks along and help employees stay within scope, budget, and timeline constraints. These workflows may differ between projects, but they all have specific tasks and assigned personnel to complete them. If you use a project management solution like ClickUp, you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-workflow/AdviceFri, 02 Dec 2022 07:12:01 +0000<![CDATA[ WP Simple Pay Jotform OptinMonster MonsterInsights All in One SEO UpdraftPlus Akismet PushEngage Constant Contact No matter what you sell or how long you’ve been in business, you need an impressive website to cultivate leads for your services. Websites help legitimize...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-service-providers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-service-providers/AdviceFri, 02 Dec 2022 06:34:25 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever had to overnight a contract to a vendor or hire a courier service to track down a client for their signature, you know firsthand how valuable e-signature platforms are for organizations. Faxing, mailing, or sending a document via courier to obtain a signature can be expensive and tim...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/dochub-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/dochub-vs-docusign/Latest ArticlesThu, 01 Dec 2022 08:28:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Interactive step-by-step tutorial If you’re looking to add a link to a Google Form, you may be wondering where the link element is located. When you create a new form, you’ll see a title field and a question field. When you click on these fields, you’ll see the options to add text elements, im...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-link-to-google-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-link-to-google-form/AdviceThu, 01 Dec 2022 08:15:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Soliloquy Storyform Easy Watermark Image Optimization For SEO Lazy Load Imsanity PREPOSTSEO BirchPress Scheduler picu Sliced Invoices Floating Social Bar Sunshine Photo Cart Modula Image Gallery WooCommerce Photography Jotform Online Forms Your photography websi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/wordpress-plugins-for-photographers/https://www.jotform.com/photography/wordpress-plugins-for-photographers/IndustriesThu, 01 Dec 2022 07:24:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with a template Prioritize communication Easily collect information Incorporate email Change your view ClickUp is known for its project management prowess, but that doesn’t mean that’s all it can do. A highly versatile and customizable platform, ClickUp can also help organization...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-as-crm/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-as-crm/AdviceThu, 01 Dec 2022 06:42:49 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s the holidays, which can mean big business for small businesses. Enter two new ways to entice customers and encourage even more purchases through Jotform: an Unbounce landing page integration and the ability to accept payments through Cash App. Below are two brief webinars focused on how you ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-attract-more-customers-this-holiday-season-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-attract-more-customers-this-holiday-season-webinar/ProductWed, 30 Nov 2022 07:22:27 +0000<![CDATA[ What does your nonprofit’s online donation page look like? If it’s poorly designed, hard to navigate, or just not optimized in general, you could be missing out on hundreds of thousands of dollars. Accepting online donations is now essential for nonprofits, but there’s good news it’s easy to creat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-create-a-donation-page/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-create-a-donation-page/IndustriesWed, 30 Nov 2022 06:08:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you feel your perspective is well represented at the company? Does the organization celebrate ideas and perspectives from diverse groups of people? Do you feel safe discussing diversity and inclusion initiatives at the organization? Does the organization prioritize diversity but not i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/diversity-and-inclusion-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/diversity-and-inclusion-questions/AdviceWed, 30 Nov 2022 05:47:25 +0000<![CDATA[ As each year winds down, it’s natural to reflect on the past 12 months and be optimistic about the clean slate ahead. But the current year’s not over yet, and you likely have end-of-year tasks to handle. Thankfully, you probably have parties to plan for or at least attend as well. Whether you’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-use-jotform-for-year-end-tasks-and-festivities/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-use-jotform-for-year-end-tasks-and-festivities/ProductTue, 29 Nov 2022 10:48:07 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re starting an online store that sells any type of tangible product, it’s important to calculate anticipated shipping costs and factor them into your store’s overhead expenses. Once you have an idea how much you’ll be paying for shipping, you can determine how much of these costs to pass o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-calculate-shipping-costs-for-online-stores/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-calculate-shipping-costs-for-online-stores/AdviceTue, 29 Nov 2022 08:00:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: Best for customized event forms SpotMe: Best for enterprises Whova: Best for all-in-one solutions EventPro: Best for modular solutions Splash: Best for event marketing Bizzabo: Best for B2B events Eventzilla: Best for on-brand events Cvent delivers integrated techn...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cvent-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cvent-alternatives/AdviceMon, 28 Nov 2022 15:55:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Using an e-signature tool not only eliminates the need for paper, but it also reduces costs, increases efficiency, and enables you to collect signatures from anywhere. If you’re reading this post, you may have narrowed your e-signature tool options down to Xodo Sign vs HelloSign (which is now known...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/eversign-vs-hellosign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/eversign-vs-hellosign/AdviceMon, 28 Nov 2022 15:07:24 +0000<![CDATA[ What do you like most about our product? Why did you choose us over our competitors? How easy is our product to use? What is the one thing you wish the product could do that it doesn’t already? What is the most difficult part of using our product? How did you first learn about our ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-experience-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-experience-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 25 Nov 2022 08:04:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Bigin (by Zoho CRM) Braze CompanyHub HubSpot Insightly Omnisend Salesmate Keap is a flexible customer relationship management (CRM) and sales and marketing automation platform you can use to manage leads, invoices, and your sales pipeline. But for a solution that handles such a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/keap-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/keap-alternatives/AdviceFri, 25 Nov 2022 07:36:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with a plan Create a presence Get funding (but only if you need to) Pay attention to legal matters Market your marketplace Understand dropshipping vs fulfillment Pick the best business software Mind your own business processes Dive in Earn money while you sleep....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-dropshipping-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-dropshipping-business/AdviceThu, 24 Nov 2022 08:17:59 +0000<![CDATA[ AffiliateWP Pretty Links Easy Affiliate Links ThirstyAffiliates MonsterInsights WP Notification Bars AdSanity Thrive Leads Affiliates Manager Jotform Feedback Button Affiliate marketing is quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing advertising models on the market...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plugins-for-affiliate-marketers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plugins-for-affiliate-marketers/Latest ArticlesThu, 24 Nov 2022 07:03:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Create your base table Create your basic form Edit your form Edit your form fields Customize your form’s performance Share your form Collect your responses Spreadsheets are integral to many business processes, whether you’re tracking invoices or managing your inventory. You...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-form-in-airtable/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-form-in-airtable/AdviceWed, 23 Nov 2022 13:55:56 +0000<![CDATA[ General website usability survey questions What did you like most about using the website? What frustrated you the most about using the website? Website design usability survey questions Were you able to find the buttons you were looking for on the website? Do you like the colors on ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/usability-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/usability-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 23 Nov 2022 07:46:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Event feedback form Order form Job application form Time off request form Work request form Customer feedback form Blank quiz Worksheet form Find a time form Whether you’re making online forms to gather information externally from customers and potential leads or inte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-templates-for-business/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-templates-for-business/AdviceWed, 23 Nov 2022 07:44:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the space, folder, or list Navigate to View -> Form Click the Add View button Customize the form To manage projects smoothly, you need input from multiple people. But how do you collect this information without having to catch stakeholders in the hallway or email them repeat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-form-in-clickup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-form-in-clickup/AdviceWed, 23 Nov 2022 07:12:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Shop for Good ShoppingGives Sales CountUp Donate Source Share The Love Easy Donation Verdn Givz Donation Driven Marketing DonateMate Tip Cup Crowd Control Pledge Manager Crowd Funding Give & Grow Donations EcoCart Climate Friendly Cart Sprout: Plan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-donation-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-donation-app/AdviceTue, 22 Nov 2022 12:23:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Podium Qwary Kimoby Both customers and employees have needs and desires that can significantly impact an organization’s direction. Businesses that don’t consider these needs are likely to deliver a poor customer experience and create a disconnected workforce. That’s why it...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-feedback-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-feedback-management/AdviceTue, 22 Nov 2022 10:59:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Pay, a versatile digital wallet, facilitates convenient, secure in-store and online payments for businesses and consumers. Key features include easy setup, user-friendly interface, robust security measures, and diverse payment options like contactless and peer-to-peer transactions. B...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-pay-for-business/https://www.jotform.com/google-pay-for-business/GuidesMon, 21 Nov 2022 13:03:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a question collection form Empower attendees with topics Simplify the signup Automate the automation Gather notes and prep for the next meeting People may have a lot of opinions about meetings, but most agree that they’re usually boring. A major cause of boredom is lack of en...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-questions-before-meeting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-questions-before-meeting/AdviceFri, 18 Nov 2022 10:30:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Telehealth continues to grow rapidly, as shown by the 63-fold increase in its use during the pandemic. This growth should come as no surprise, since telehealth has many benefits, like giving patients access to the best doctors regardless of their location, reducing unnecessary in-person visits, and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-trends-for-telehealth-visits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-trends-for-telehealth-visits/IndustriesFri, 18 Nov 2022 07:18:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys are an excellent way to get people to volunteer information they might not normally share. A business might survey prospects to get a deeper understanding of their needs and goals in order to improve its product offerings. Or it might survey employees to learn how engaged they are and wheth...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/open-ended-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/open-ended-survey-questions/AdviceThu, 17 Nov 2022 12:24:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform 123FormBuilder Airtable Gravity Forms Hive Teamscope Today’s business software applications can perform more and more crucial tasks simultaneously, and form builders are no exception. The popular form builder Upform, for example, offers team management tools, poll-crea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/upform-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/upform-alternatives/AdviceThu, 17 Nov 2022 11:59:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Asana Wrike Jotform Zoho Projects monday.com ProofHub is a project and team management platform that lets you create user workflows, manage time-tracking, create and oversee a document approval process, and more. The platform even includes options like team messaging and project ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/proofhub-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/proofhub-alternatives/AdviceWed, 16 Nov 2022 13:08:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform’s channel marketing manager Erman Ergun interviewed Gordon Hurd, founder of Big Man Tyrone, a business that makes custom web video messages and testimonials to help people to achieve goals, promote products, and make money online. Erman and Gordon chatted about the benefits of affiliate mar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-big-man-tyrone-interview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-big-man-tyrone-interview/Customer StoriesWed, 16 Nov 2022 12:20:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Add your company information and branding Include payment deadlines and penalty information Create a detailed review rubric Allocate labor appropriately Invoicing is a key part of business operations ensuring you get paid correctly for your products and services. Whether you’re inv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-an-invoice/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-an-invoice/IndustriesWed, 16 Nov 2022 07:30:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Make your team more successful with the latest user-friendly apps. It’s no secret: teamwork is critical to a company’s bottom line. When employees collaborate effectively, the benefits are multifold: more innovation, boosted employee engagement, and increased employee retention. The onset of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-leveraging-the-right-technology-can-boost-your-teams-collaboration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-leveraging-the-right-technology-can-boost-your-teams-collaboration/BackstageTue, 15 Nov 2022 10:40:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Teams has the power to transform and improve your organization’s collaboration by providing a new, streamlined way to accomplish goals. How do we know? From experience, of course. At Jotform, we use our own products long before we deem them fit for our valued users. In this case, we trus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-we-used-jotform-teams-for-jotformers-week/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-we-used-jotform-teams-for-jotformers-week/ProductTue, 15 Nov 2022 08:04:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Watch our webinar to learn about Jotform Teams, a new workspace for sharing forms, data, and more. Explore new Enterprise features and functionality to fuel your collaboration, including Team-level admin permissions to manage and optimize team dynamics Role-based access controls for enhanced...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-teams-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-teams-webinar/ProductTue, 15 Nov 2022 08:03:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Teams, collaborators, and organizers of chaos rejoice! Jotform Teams is here to transform how you use the Jotform Enterprise platform. Jotform Teams is a new shared online workspace where Enterprise users can create and organize Jotform assets (forms, tables, reports, documents, and apps) and sh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/teams/announcing-jotform-teams/https://www.jotform.com/teams/announcing-jotform-teams/EnterpriseTue, 15 Nov 2022 08:02:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Registering for events and services can be a painstaking process for users. Whether someone is signing up to go to a conference or filling out the forms to get a gym membership, the steps are often repetitive and time-consuming. Plus, there’s lots of room for error. It’s easy to lose a paper for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-registration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-registration/AdviceFri, 11 Nov 2022 11:38:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Enter the Shopify admin space Go to Settings Set up Shopify Payments Ensure Google Pay is activated If your business like so many others uses Shopify’s online store-building platform for e-commerce, you’ll want to add relevant payment options to your store so customers can pay you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-pay-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-pay-shopify/IndustriesFri, 11 Nov 2022 07:17:23 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re hoping to launch an e-commerce store, then finding quality products that are in demand will be key to your success. Stocking your store with in-demand products can help you bring in new customers and drive repeat sales. Whether you’re planning on running a dropshipping business using a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/high-demand-products-to-sell/https://www.jotform.com/blog/high-demand-products-to-sell/AdviceThu, 10 Nov 2022 13:04:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Select Add New from the plugins menu Search for Calculated Fields Form and click Install Now Click on Calculated Fields Form Click on Add Click on Settings Choose from the available Form Controls options There are many reasons you might want to add calculations to form on your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-forms-calculations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-forms-calculations/AdviceThu, 10 Nov 2022 11:40:14 +0000<![CDATA[ PayPal Stripe Venmo Square Authorize.net 2Checkout Braintree Clover PayJunction Elavon KIS Payments Adyen Payline Worldpay from FIS Global Cybersource Launching an e-commerce store can be exciting and financially rewarding. An e-commerce store can he...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-online-payment-processing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-online-payment-processing/IndustriesWed, 09 Nov 2022 12:13:37 +0000<![CDATA[ GivingTuesday is November 28, 2023, and the celebration is now over 10 years old. The ambitious cause that comes on the heels of all the Black Friday and Cyber Monday spend-a-thons brought in an astounding $3.1 billion from 37 million global donors in 2022 (the dollar amount was a 15 percent inc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-set-up-a-givingtuesday-donation-system-using-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-set-up-a-givingtuesday-donation-system-using-jotform/IndustriesWed, 09 Nov 2022 12:04:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Gravity Forms is definitely one of the most popular form tools for WordPress websites, but its pricing scheme is a bit different. Where most tools charge for usage or features, Gravity Forms charges for add-ons. Most of the Gravity Forms add-ons are what most tools consider integrations. For exa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gravity-forms-to-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gravity-forms-to-google-sheets/AdviceTue, 08 Nov 2022 11:37:12 +0000<![CDATA[ If your organization just signed up for Jotform Enterprise or added you to an existing account, congratulations! This blog post is designed to help you get started with our feature-rich, user-friendly form builder. Along with some inspiration for using Jotform Enterprise to minimize manual work, he...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-to-start-building-and-using-forms-with-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-to-start-building-and-using-forms-with-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 08 Nov 2022 11:15:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Install and activate the WPForms plug-in Click Verify Key Navigate to the Integrations tab and find the Constant Contact email provider Add a new account by clicking Add New Account Click WPForms and Add New to launch the WPForms builder Click the Create a Newsletter Signup Form button to u...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/opt-in-forms-in-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/opt-in-forms-in-wordpress/AdviceTue, 08 Nov 2022 08:08:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you recently signed up for Jotform’s Affiliate Program? Maybe you’re interested, but don’t know where to start or how successful you can be. Or perhaps you aren’t even sure what an “affiliate” and an “affiliate program” even are. Whether you’re newly curious about our affiliate program or a ve...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-affiliate-manager-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-affiliate-manager-webinar/ProductMon, 07 Nov 2022 12:34:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Business process reengineering (BPR) is a method of change management that began in the 1980s when the tech revolution was just beginning to reshape business procedures. Two university professors, Michael Hammer of MIT and Thomas Davenport of Babson College, are generally credited with coining t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-reengineering/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-reengineering/AdviceMon, 07 Nov 2022 07:33:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Apple Pay Samsung Pay Skrill Zelle Payoneer PayPal Many business owners choose to offer Google Pay as a payment method for their customers. It’s easy to use, has no transaction fees for business owners or consumers, and has 25 million users in the United States alone. However,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-pay-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-pay-alternatives/IndustriesFri, 04 Nov 2022 13:02:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Online Forms OptinMonster Wheel of Life Rank Math Tutor LMS Simply Schedule Appointments LifterLMS Wordfence Security According to Research and Markets, there are more than 128,000 professional health coaches in the United States who are helping clients set and s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-health-coaches/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-health-coaches/IndustriesFri, 04 Nov 2022 07:38:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Running a nonprofit is no easy task. Often, the staff at these organizations are trying to fulfill an important mission with a small budget. Many nonprofits rely heavily on donations from community members and others who feel compelled to support the great work an organization is doing. That’s w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/google-pay-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/google-pay-for-nonprofits/IndustriesFri, 04 Nov 2022 07:30:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Zentail Unleashed Twice Fishbowl Jotform Skubana, a popular e-commerce operations platform, is full of tools to support inventory and order management. It simplifies the process of running your business, and it can handle the demands of everything from e-commerce and wholesale to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/skubana-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/skubana-alternatives/AdviceThu, 03 Nov 2022 08:20:27 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the most important aspects of HIPAA is the provision that patients have a right to access their health records in a timely manner. Over the last two years, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) of the Department of Health and Humans Services has focused on violations of this provision, fining 41...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patients-right-to-access-under-hipaa-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patients-right-to-access-under-hipaa-webinar/ProductThu, 03 Nov 2022 08:18:12 +0000<![CDATA[ No fees Business-specific rewards Lots of flexibility Transaction details Wide compatibility Highly secure Today’s consumers are increasingly turning to digital wallets as their payment method of choice, in large part because they’re so easy to use. Google Pay, Apple Pay, PayP...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-google-pay/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-google-pay/IndustriesThu, 03 Nov 2022 07:50:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Where are you located? And what is your role/title? What are your expectations for this webinar? What is your current skill level regarding the webinar topic? What type of device will you be using to participate? Do you have any experience with our events? Do you have any questions...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 02 Nov 2022 11:25:51 +0000<![CDATA[ From any space, folder, or list, click the + Task button Enter the relevant task details or apply an appropriate task template Click the Create Task button Every project, regardless of size and complexity, is made up of smaller units of work called tasks. Whether it takes 10 minutes, 10 ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-task-in-clickup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-task-in-clickup/AdviceWed, 02 Nov 2022 11:12:14 +0000<![CDATA[ While we’re moving closer and closer to becoming a paper-free society, there are still many barriers to going fully digital. Government bureaucracies love their paperwork, tons of existing files aren’t digitized, and some people still feel uncomfortable without a hard copy. But step by step, we ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/adobe-sign-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/adobe-sign-vs-docusign/AdviceTue, 01 Nov 2022 06:48:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Forms is a powerful tool for gathering data in an educational setting, and it’s easy for both parents and students to use. Teachers and school administrators can use the intuitive drag-and-drop interface to create custom forms, surveys, quizzes, and polls that help them get the information t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-in-the-classroom/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-in-the-classroom/IndustriesMon, 31 Oct 2022 11:04:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Make sure that you have both a Jotform and a Klaviyo account Navigate to the Jotform + Klaviyo integration page on Zapier Confirm the action in Jotform that will trigger the automation Choose the resulting action Choose the data you want to send and then test and save the automation In...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/klaviyo-add-profile-to-list/https://www.jotform.com/blog/klaviyo-add-profile-to-list/AdviceMon, 31 Oct 2022 07:11:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Today’s project managers and team leaders are flocking to software solutions that make it easier to execute projects smoothly. But with hundreds of options available, there’s nothing easy about choosing the right tool. ClickUp is a popular choice, but there are a number of other options availabl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-vs-airtable/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-vs-airtable/AdviceMon, 31 Oct 2022 07:03:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Define roles and responsibilities Digitize contracts Make use of a contract dashboard Automate approval workflows Collect e-signatures Contracts govern virtually every transaction between businesses and their partners or customers. With such a high volume of contracts to negotiate, ove...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/automate-contracts/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/automate-contracts/AdviceFri, 28 Oct 2022 10:56:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Work with the supplier to fix customer issues Opt for flexibility Keep an eye on inventory Offer customer support Improve shipping offerings Have fraud prevention strategies in place Manufacturing products, managing storage, optimizing inventory levels, and figuring out shipping and d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-dropship-on-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-dropship-on-shopify/AdviceFri, 28 Oct 2022 10:45:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Click Components, then Contacts, and then Contacts again Click the New button Enter your name, email address, and other contact details Click the Save & Close button Select Menus, then Main Menu, and finally Add New Menu Item Type in what you’d like people to see in your site’s navigati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-contact-us-form-in-joomla/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-contact-us-form-in-joomla/AdviceFri, 28 Oct 2022 08:10:23 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to project management solutions, ClickUp and Jira are certainly well known in the market. But which one is the better pick? David Daniel, a strategy and performance coach who runs Everyday Design, says that in a battle of ClickUp vs Jira, neither solution is generally better it re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-vs-jira/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-vs-jira/AdviceThu, 27 Oct 2022 10:36:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform ClickUp DashClicks Formidable Forms Gravity Forms Picreel ProProfs Survey Maker WPForms When you’re collecting leads, you want to gather information from users as quickly and easily as possible so you start converting those leads into customers. Whether you’re encoura...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/getleadforms-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/getleadforms-alternatives/AdviceThu, 27 Oct 2022 07:15:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform CustomerSure Formidable Forms HubSpot InMoment LimeSurvey Mopinion Nicereply NICE Satmetrix Qualtrics SurveyMonkey SurveySensum Survicate Typeform UseResponse Surveys are the best way to find out what your customers want. Whether you need det...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-refiner-io-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-refiner-io-alternatives/AdviceWed, 26 Oct 2022 11:10:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Online Forms Easy Appointments KiviCare Medical Prescription Attachment Plugin Hospital Management System Appointment Hour Booking All In One Security (AIOS) Security and Firewall The right WordPress plug-in can transform your medical practice’s website. From turnin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plugins-for-doctors/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plugins-for-doctors/IndustriesWed, 26 Oct 2022 08:14:36 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a Microsoft user but haven’t quite mastered all the features of the Office 365 suite, you might be having trouble sharing a form with your recipients. Luckily, the process for getting your form into the right hands can be broken down into two main steps: choosing who to share your form wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-share-a-microsoft-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-share-a-microsoft-form/AdviceWed, 26 Oct 2022 06:23:01 +0000<![CDATA[ ClickUp Jotform monday.com Wrike Flowlu is a business management solution that encompasses customer relationship management, invoicing, collaboration, workflows, and more. It offers the ability to organize and monitor project workflows and tasks as well as to oversee projects and sa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/flowlu-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/flowlu-alternatives/AdviceTue, 25 Oct 2022 07:59:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Enterprise now offers a SOC 2 Type II compliant solution. This is great news for our Enterprise customers, who will be assured of the organizational controls Jotform has implemented to promote good IT governance and mitigate risks to information security. This post outlines why we chose to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/choosing-between-soc-2-and-iso-27001-compliance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/choosing-between-soc-2-and-iso-27001-compliance/EnterpriseMon, 24 Oct 2022 13:50:07 +0000<![CDATA[ In this interview, Jotform channel marketing manager Erman Ergün talks with Sarah Ahmad, founder of Desol Int., an agency focused on providing business process automation, application development, web development, lead generation, graphic design, website design, and chatbot development. Erman and S...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-desol-int-interview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-partner-desol-int-interview/Customer StoriesMon, 24 Oct 2022 12:10:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps WhatConverts Close 800response CallRail Invoca CallTrackingMetrics ActiveDEMAND CallAction CallFire Marchex Phonexa Ricochet360 800.com EngageBay Funnel Science Infinity Ringba Ringostat CallSource Convirza CrazyCall FluentStream LiveVox...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/call-tracking-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/call-tracking-software/AdviceFri, 21 Oct 2022 08:42:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Podcasts are a great way to share your thoughts, offer expertise, and interview interesting people with unique ideas. But how do you know whether your podcast is going in the right direction? It’s important to ask both your listeners and your guests for feedback and take their ideas into considerat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/podcast-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/podcast-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 21 Oct 2022 07:06:57 +0000<![CDATA[ HubSpot CRM Jotform Zoho CRM Pipedrive Copper Lead management is a core part of any well-oiled sales process. The more easily you can track and manage leads, the better your chances of converting them into new customers or clients. But handling leads isn’t always straightforwa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-management-software/AdviceThu, 20 Oct 2022 11:11:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform HubSpot Mailchimp Salesforce ActiveCampaign Constant Contact GetResponse Drip Pardot Omnisend Email marketing is an essential element of running a small business, but it also requires a lot of time. The right email automation tools will not only save you time, but...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-automation-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-automation-tools/AdviceWed, 19 Oct 2022 15:03:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Try the kanban method with Trello Analyze bottlenecks with Simul8 Map your value stream with Lucidchart Define value with AGENA3000 Strive for perfection with Domo Automate with Jotform In the 1950s, car manufacturer Toyota identified seven types of waste that were holding bac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-process-improvement-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-process-improvement-tools/AdviceWed, 19 Oct 2022 13:22:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigate to Google Forms and click the plus sign Click in the Untitled form header box and type a name In the Form description field, enter a simple description Click into the Untitled Question box Click in the dropdown menu to select the type of answer field To add another questio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-intake-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-intake-form/AdviceWed, 19 Oct 2022 05:56:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with guidelines and requirements from your funding source Design your application and plan how to gather information Establish clear guidelines Build a referral network Housing instability and the looming threat of eviction continue to plague renters across the United States. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-set-up-an-emergency-rental-assistance-program/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-set-up-an-emergency-rental-assistance-program/NonprofitsTue, 18 Oct 2022 15:17:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Kissflow Process Jotform Process Street ProcessMaker Nintex When you think of NASA, you likely think of satellites, rockets, and some of the world’s most brilliant mathematicians, engineers, and scientists launching astronauts into space. Yet, in 1999, the Mars Climate Orbiter...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-software/AdviceTue, 18 Oct 2022 07:31:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform’s momentum this year has been one for the books, hitting a milestone of employee growth with 500 teammates globally, surpassing 17 million users, and being named no. 1 in G2’s Fall Report for the seventh quarter in a row. Being recognized as the Online Form Builder leader feels especiall...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-fall-report-2022/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-fall-report-2022/ProductMon, 17 Oct 2022 11:55:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Quality over quantity Eliminate distractions Establish trust Simplify the process Use Jotform Prefill Digital forms provide opportunities for businesses to gather information from customers, employees, and other audiences. When collecting data, it’s essential to consider how conv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversion-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversion-forms/AdviceMon, 17 Oct 2022 11:11:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Save time Save money Increase productivity Reduce errors Streamline approvals Increase transparency Promote accountability Improve the customer experience and vendor relationships Manage multiple tasks easily Increase employee engagement Increase organizational effic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-workflow-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-workflow-automation/AdviceFri, 14 Oct 2022 07:29:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to the Widgets tab in the Form Elements section Search for Google Analytics Place the widget wherever you’d like in your form Enter your Google Analytics Tracking ID To save your changes, select the Update Widget button From restaurant menus and business cards to movie posters and r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/track-qr-code-google-analytics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/track-qr-code-google-analytics/AdviceFri, 14 Oct 2022 06:56:51 +0000<![CDATA[ This year Jotform sponsored INBOUND, a SaaS marketing, sales, and partnerships conference hosted by HubSpot. We sent 15 teammates to the event to run our booth, meet Jotform users in real life, educate attendees about our product offering, and get new ideas on how to optimize our marketing strat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inbound-takeaways-for-your-2023-marketing-strategy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inbound-takeaways-for-your-2023-marketing-strategy/BackstageThu, 13 Oct 2022 14:01:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Recruiting New-hire onboarding Employee training Performance management Employee offboarding Does your company have efficient, streamlined processes for hiring and managing employees? While each organization is unique, there are core human resources processes that most companies ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/human-resource-processes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/human-resource-processes/AdviceThu, 13 Oct 2022 13:45:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Communication is at the center of project management without it, confusion and ambiguity reign. That’s why, in addition to project management solutions like ClickUp, many companies employ communication platforms such as Slack. While both are useful solutions on their own, you can integrate them...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-slack/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-slack/AdviceThu, 13 Oct 2022 13:38:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Project management software can help organizations of all kinds reach their goals, stay within a specific scope, meet hard deadlines, and keep a close eye on expenses. While many project management tools are geared toward for-profit businesses, some can also help organizations in the nonprofit sect...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/clickup-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/clickup-for-nonprofits/IndustriesWed, 12 Oct 2022 08:04:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Mobile payment apps like Venmo make it easy to send money quickly and conveniently to your friends and family helping you split costs at happy hour, bachelor parties, week-long vacations, and everything in between. And if your friends and family happen to be your roommates, too, being able to divi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-vs-venmo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-vs-venmo/IndustriesWed, 12 Oct 2022 07:32:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re in real estate, healthcare, catering, or other service field, you probably require customer signatures on a regular basis. Documents like consent forms, business contracts, and non-disclosure agreements help provide protection for business owners and consumers alike but they usually...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-signature-in-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-signature-in-microsoft-forms/AdviceTue, 11 Oct 2022 13:35:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Forms improve the functionality and usability of websites. “Forms basically connect potential customers with your business,” writes Kate Shokurova, copywriter at web and mobile app development company Shakuro. “The better your web form design is, the more effective your website will be.” That...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gravity-forms-file-upload/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gravity-forms-file-upload/AdviceTue, 11 Oct 2022 10:52:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Clarify roles and assignments Share knowledge openly Upgrade your workflow software The rise of workflow automation has helped companies streamline their essential processes and save time. Employees can manage projects, assign roles, and complete tasks much more easily from a central h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-workflow/AdviceTue, 11 Oct 2022 10:34:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Create an online order form from scratch or by using a template Add the QR Code widget in the form builder Add your QR code settings Finalize the restaurant order form If you’re a restaurant owner or manager who wants to make the food ordering process easier for your customers, it’s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-ordering/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-ordering/AdviceMon, 10 Oct 2022 10:45:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Mailchimp for WordPress Jotform Online Forms Sprout Invoices Editorial Calendar Drip Yoast SEO Sucuri Security FooGallery If you’re a freelancer, you’re also a business owner, which means you need a place to display your products and services if you want to grow and scal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-freelancers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-freelancers/AdviceMon, 10 Oct 2022 10:19:57 +0000<![CDATA[ A key part of nonprofit work is getting to know your donors. Prospect research tools are invaluable in this regard and can help charities highlight their most important donors, increase conversions, and optimize their campaigns. DonorScape and WealthEngine are two of the biggest and best-known p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donorscape-vs-wealthengine/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donorscape-vs-wealthengine/IndustriesFri, 07 Oct 2022 07:06:57 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re serious about hitting your fundraising goals, you need to prioritize getting to know your donors. When you understand who they are, how likely they are to donate, and their capacity for donating, you can build personalized campaigns that deliver results. Few platforms are better for co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donorsearch-vs-wealthengine/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donorsearch-vs-wealthengine/IndustriesThu, 06 Oct 2022 05:49:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Videoconferencing tools are essential for any business today. The pandemic brought the need for reliable, capable videoconferencing solutions into sharp focus. While Zoom has rapidly grown in popularity as a result, it’s not the only videoconferencing app out there. Jitsi is another solution that y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jitsi-vs-zoom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jitsi-vs-zoom/AdviceWed, 05 Oct 2022 06:48:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Keep it short but strategic Get the timing right Emphasize design and functionality Create urgency Analyze the data Acquiring sales leads is an important part of running a successful business. However, qualifying those leads determining which ones are mostly likely to turn into sales ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-survey/AdviceWed, 05 Oct 2022 06:23:21 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re proud to announce that your feedback drove over a year of development and has resulted in a fully automated e-signature product that transforms your workflow. Jotform Sign is an easy-to-use e-signature solution that enables you to create documents and collect signatures for them. With Jotf...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/introducing-jotform-sign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/introducing-jotform-sign/ProductTue, 04 Oct 2022 09:51:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign is now the easiest way to digitize your paper-based signature processes, saving you money, time, and effort. Best of all, it integrates with the other Jotform tools you’ve come to know and love, so you can create automated signature workflows in a matter of minutes.  If you’re excit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/jotform-sign-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/jotform-sign-webinar/ProductTue, 04 Oct 2022 07:15:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign, our new e-signature solution, streamlines the often clunky process of gathering e-signatures by using Jotform’s array of automation tools, allowing you to get more done and save time. For those who simply want a smarter e-signature solution, Jotform Sign can be used as a standalone...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/jotform-sign-to-simplify-client-processes-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/jotform-sign-to-simplify-client-processes-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 04 Oct 2022 07:08:50 +0000<![CDATA[ E-signatures have many benefits: They save us time, they make it easier to review and sign documents, they’re more secure than written signatures, and they provide a much more sustainable alternative to paper. And e-signature tools come at a fraction of the cost of sending, collecting, and maint...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-makes-e-signatures-legally-binding/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-makes-e-signatures-legally-binding/ProductTue, 04 Oct 2022 07:07:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign is a big deal. This standalone e-signature solution is easy to use and enhanced by Jotform’s suite of automation tools. So as e-signatures meet automation, it’s time for our extensive lineup of automation tools to stand up and introduce themselves to Jotform’s newest innovation, Jot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/time-saving-jotform-automation-tools/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/time-saving-jotform-automation-tools/ProductTue, 04 Oct 2022 07:02:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign is here! Now you can connect the power of the Jotform Enterprise platform to a native e-signature solution to automate agreements at scale. What can I do with Jotform Sign? Jotform Sign allows you to collect legally binding e-signatures and seamlessly incorporate them into your e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-sign-for-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-sign-for-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 04 Oct 2022 07:00:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Maintaining optimal organizational efficiency requires an ongoing effort. By paying thoughtful, consistent attention to existing and emerging technologies, you can identify growth opportunities, promote productivity, and ensure customer experiences meet expectations. Investors and donors can als...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-jotform-sign-saves-time-and-money/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-jotform-sign-saves-time-and-money/EnterpriseTue, 04 Oct 2022 06:57:51 +0000<![CDATA[ From saving time to boosting engagement, automation features are a no-brainer for your company and your customers. Automation is everywhere, from your grocery store checkout counter to those confirmation emails when signing up for yet another newsletter. Automation is anytime technology does the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-automation-sells-your-products-for-you/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-automation-sells-your-products-for-you/BackstageTue, 04 Oct 2022 06:56:00 +0000<![CDATA[ WP ERP WPHRM Jotform Online Forms Business Manager WP-HR Manager Innovs HR From customer service and marketing to sales and IT, every department in every organization has specific roles and responsibilities. Each plays a part in keeping processes running smoothly and ultimatel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-human-resources/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-human-resources/AdviceFri, 30 Sep 2022 07:39:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Avoid overselling and overbooking Reduce inventory management costs Streamline inventory tracking Never forget to reorder stock When you’re just starting out selling products, it’s easy enough to keep up with stock in your garage or a small storage space using paper or a spreadsheet pro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-automation/AdviceFri, 30 Sep 2022 06:09:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Dropshipping is a common practice in the e-commerce world, especially for those who want to start an online store without incurring massive overhead costs. With dropshipping, entrepreneurs can start a business without any inventory or warehousing. They also won’t have to deal with the logistics of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-branded-dropshipping/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-branded-dropshipping/AdviceThu, 29 Sep 2022 06:33:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Workday Slack Asana When I Work Huddle Jotform Apps There’s no one right way to improve productivity in the workplace. What works well for one employee may not be helpful for another. That’s why it’s so important for organizations to recognize employees’ different needs when i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-management-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-management-apps/AdviceThu, 29 Sep 2022 05:59:13 +0000<![CDATA[ GiveWP OptinMonster Yoast SEO Charitable WP Simple Pay Smush Event Tickets Real Testimonials Donorbox Accept Donations with PayPal The Events Calendar Fuse Social Floating Sidebar Revive Old Posts Rank Math SEO Jotform Online Forms Compared to most organizations...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/wordpress-plug-ins-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/wordpress-plug-ins-for-nonprofits/IndustriesWed, 28 Sep 2022 06:52:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Set up a Cash App business account Add Cash App Pay to your checkout Collect Cash App payments through your forms instead Are you thinking of adding Cash App to your e-commerce store as a payment method? You’re not alone. With over 40 million people using Cash App from Square to send p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/link-ecommerce-to-cash-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/link-ecommerce-to-cash-app/IndustriesWed, 28 Sep 2022 06:44:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Entrepreneurs often hear cautionary tales of launching too soon  stories of products that hit the market with fatal flaws and/or seemed to have been doomed from the start. Of course, hindsight is 20/20. And while some products may indeed fail due to trigger-happy founders, there are instances when ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/when-perfect-is-the-wrong-target-for-your-product-launch/https://www.jotform.com/blog/when-perfect-is-the-wrong-target-for-your-product-launch/BackstageTue, 27 Sep 2022 13:54:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Forms and surveys are excellent ways to gather data. Whether you’re conducting a customer satisfaction survey, sending a quiz to students, or polling your extended family about event RSVPs, forms and surveys can help you get insight from many people at once and make important decisions based on the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-surveys-vs-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-surveys-vs-google-forms/AdviceTue, 27 Sep 2022 10:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In a world where distributed teams and hybrid or remote work are now the norm, being able to collect e-signatures to keep workflows moving is more vital than ever. Need to get student or parent permission for field trips or school enrollment? Have to onboard new employees and get them to sign se...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-our-new-box-sign-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-our-new-box-sign-integration/ProductTue, 27 Sep 2022 07:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Searching for “project management solutions” on Google returns over 3 billion (yes, billion!) results. Capterra, a software review site, lists over 1,300 solutions in its project management software category. Clearly, project management technology is a popular topic that’s not surprising given ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/asana-vs-clickup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/asana-vs-clickup/AdviceTue, 27 Sep 2022 06:18:19 +0000<![CDATA[ BigCommerce for WordPress WooCommerce WP Simple Pay OptinMonster All in One SEO ShopWP Agile Store Locator Cart recovery for WordPress Easy Digital Downloads WP EasyCart Envira eCommerce Product Catalog Quick and Easy FAQs MonsterInsights Jotform Shopping Cart T...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-e-commerce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-e-commerce/AdviceMon, 26 Sep 2022 10:57:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Asana and monday.com are both project management tools, but they work differently. Asana is a kanban workflow tool with deep functionality. And monday.com is more of a Swiss Army knife a versatile set of different tools. But that doesn’t mean we can’t compare the two. Either one can serve as th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/asana-vs-monday/https://www.jotform.com/blog/asana-vs-monday/AdviceMon, 26 Sep 2022 07:29:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Picking the right platform Finding the perfect balance Managing inventory Maintaining customer satisfaction There’s nothing quite like a used bookstore. Some of the best ones have odd layouts that invite you to get lost and discover something amazing. You could spend hours browsing, sif...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/brick-and-mortar-to-ecommerce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/brick-and-mortar-to-ecommerce/AdviceMon, 26 Sep 2022 06:43:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Food Menu MotoPress Restaurant Menu Jotform Shopping Cart Best Restaurant Menu by PriceListo Orderable GloriaFood RestroPress Food Store Food Online for WooCommerce WPPizza Five Star Restaurant Menu Restaurant Cafe Addon for Elementor Thanks to the recent sur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-online-ordering/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-plug-ins-for-online-ordering/AdviceFri, 23 Sep 2022 05:35:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Internal processes Contactless interactions Interactive marketing campaigns Quick response (QR) codes a type of barcode that can house a larger amount of data than the traditional version have become incredibly popular in recent years, with an increasing number of businesses recogniz...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/uses-for-qr-codes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/uses-for-qr-codes/AdviceFri, 23 Sep 2022 05:14:37 +0000<![CDATA[ With mobile payment apps, it’s easier than ever for customers to pay for products and services. For business owners and customers alike, these apps are easy, quick, and convenient to use. They’re also a more secure method than pulling out cash or a credit card to complete a transaction. But sinc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apple-pay-vs-google-pay/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apple-pay-vs-google-pay/IndustriesThu, 22 Sep 2022 14:13:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform ActiveCampaign GetResponse Keap SharpSpring Insightly Businesses of all sizes are increasingly relying on marketing automation to align their sales and marketing efforts. “Marketing automation forces teams into consistency,” says Andrea Lechner-Becker, chief marketing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/engagebay-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/engagebay-alternative/AdviceThu, 22 Sep 2022 13:44:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you use Shopify, WooCommerce, or another e-commerce platform to host your online store, you should offer your customers a range of payment methods. Multiple payment options increase customer loyalty and satisfaction, says Ilker Koksal, entrepreneur and author of Founder’s FAQ. “When a cu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cash-app-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cash-app-shopify/IndustriesWed, 21 Sep 2022 10:48:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Enterprise now offers System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Type II-compliant servers and we’ve received our first SOC 2 Type II report from our independent auditor, Auditwerx. Protecting your data is our primary concern, which is why we consistently maintain the highest global security ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-soc-2-type-ii-compliance-for-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-soc-2-type-ii-compliance-for-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 20 Sep 2022 07:59:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Three Rivers Park District in Minnesota serves 12.5 million visitors annually and promotes environmental stewardship through recreation and education. Park staff use Jotform Enterprise to track inspections of remote areas, streamline customer service, and improve employee collaboration. “We mana...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-three-rivers-park-district/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-three-rivers-park-district/Customer StoriesTue, 20 Sep 2022 07:59:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating the best products and experiences requires team collaboration. Gathering input from stakeholders and getting diverse perspectives up front can ensure your team’s efforts achieve the intended goal. And sharing resources and lessons learned with colleagues saves time and money. Here are s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-collaborate-with-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-collaborate-with-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 20 Sep 2022 07:59:14 +0000<![CDATA[ WooCommerce Jotform Shopping Cart Ecwid Ecommerce Shopping Cart WP EasyCart eCommerce Product Catalog Plugin WordPress Simple Shopping Cart Accept Stripe Payments Easy Digital Downloads BigCommerce for WordPress Abandoned Cart Lite for WooCommerce Digital Goods for WooCommerc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopping-cart-plug-in-for-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopping-cart-plug-in-for-wordpress/IndustriesTue, 20 Sep 2022 07:35:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Dropshipping A third-party logistics (3PL) company MLM (multi-level marketing) Print-on-demand products Affiliate model Digital products Starting an online store can be overwhelming. There’s so much to figure out business licenses, website builders, marketing strategies, and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-store-without-inventory/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-store-without-inventory/AdviceMon, 19 Sep 2022 10:26:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Google Forms Formstack ClickUp Typeform To find fresh, efficient ways to run your business, you need platforms that help you build solutions easily and quickly. Online form builders are one of these solutions, allowing you to customize user experiences without any coding...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/upflowy-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/upflowy-alternative/AdviceFri, 16 Sep 2022 05:54:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Some online store owners prefer to create, store, and ship their products themselves. However, for others, that process just isn’t viable or realistic. That’s where dropshipping comes in. This order fulfillment method can alleviate logistical issues, minimize overhead expenses, and streamline th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/what-is-dropshipping/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/what-is-dropshipping/AdviceThu, 15 Sep 2022 07:24:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys are a must for any business, regardless of industry. They help you collect valuable data from your customers that can improve your decision-making, product quality, customer service, and overall brand experience. And since they’re cost effective, convenient, and easy to create and administe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/peakon-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/peakon-survey/AdviceThu, 15 Sep 2022 07:18:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform OptinMonster Kartra Leads Slintel Kissflow Process Street GetResponse No matter your business size, industry, or budget, generating sales leads can be difficult. It’s a time-consuming, expensive, and downright frustrating process, especially if you don’t have the pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/heyflow-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/heyflow-alternatives/AdviceWed, 14 Sep 2022 07:38:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When you manage or own a business, you have a lot on your plate. You have to hire the right people and keep them motivated, and you have to be active and engaging on social media platforms to boost brand awareness. You also have to prioritize your current customers so they feel valued and appreciat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/book-like-a-boss-vs-calendly/https://www.jotform.com/blog/book-like-a-boss-vs-calendly/AdviceWed, 14 Sep 2022 06:09:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re looking to create a survey to measure how an audience truly feels about your product or service, consider including a Likert scale. By using a Likert scale essentially a rating scale that helps measure people’s opinions and overall satisfaction levels you’ll be able to collect better, m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-point-likert-scale/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-point-likert-scale/AdviceTue, 13 Sep 2022 07:16:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Companies of all sizes and industries use surveys to gather valuable feedback from their customers and employees. By providing intel about how and when to make product and service improvements, surveys help businesses boost brand reach, customer engagement, productivity, and, ultimately, profitabil...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/closed-ended-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/closed-ended-questions/AdviceTue, 13 Sep 2022 06:37:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Market research questions Product feedback questions Customer service feedback questions Brand recognition questions Customer story questions Lead capture business survey questions Customer effort questions Customer issue questions Competitive analysis questions Custome...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 12 Sep 2022 06:52:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Does it represent your values and those of your customers Is it a match for available domain names Are there alternate spellings of the business name Does it leave your options open Does it accurately reflect your product How does it compare to the names of your competitors What’s in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-name-your-online-store/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-name-your-online-store/AdviceMon, 12 Sep 2022 06:20:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Create an online form Add the QR Code widget in the form builder Click Add Form Elements, and search for “QR Code.”, then select the QR Code widget. Adjust the QR code settings Finalize your attendance form, and click Publish Tracking attendance is a necessary task that can take ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-attendance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-attendance/AdviceFri, 09 Sep 2022 11:02:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Mopinion Quiz and Survey Master Happyforms Ninja Forms Opinion Stage Formidable Forms Usersnap WPForms WordPress is one of the most popular tools for website content management. Not only is this open-source software convenient and easy to use, but there are more tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-feedback-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-feedback-plugin/AdviceFri, 09 Sep 2022 10:22:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re an entrepreneur or small business owner, self-promotion is how you boost brand awareness, increase your following, and make more money. But if you’re limited to one link in your social media profiles as is the case with popular platforms Instagram and TikTok how can you promote all...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/snipfeed-vs-linktree/https://www.jotform.com/blog/snipfeed-vs-linktree/AdviceThu, 08 Sep 2022 11:08:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Some students have a passion for reading, while others hate the idea of picking up a book. If you’re a teacher, you may feel overwhelmed at times when faced with the different reading levels in your classroom. While one student is still sounding out words, another is eager to share their thought...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-reading-log/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-reading-log/IndustriesThu, 08 Sep 2022 06:29:37 +0000<![CDATA[ When you hear the words “website builder,” there are probably a few solutions that come to mind, including Wix. Founded in 2006, this platform helps more than 200 million users around the world showcase their goods and services and build their online brand. With Wix, you can customize your site, au...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-contact-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-contact-form/AdviceThu, 08 Sep 2022 06:17:39 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the best ways to ensure the success of your WordPress e-commerce site is to offer an easy-to-use and secure payment processor. Stripe is a highly popular payment processor, and it makes accepting payments easy. If you want to use Stripe on your WordPress site, you can easily add it using ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adding-stripe-to-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adding-stripe-to-wordpress/IndustriesTue, 06 Sep 2022 14:18:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Dayforce Workday Zoho People Gusto ADP Workforce Now Zenefits BambooHR Namely is a popular HR, payroll, benefits, and talent management platform designed for medium-sized businesses. While it’s a comprehensive platform that helps streamline workflows and save you time, it’s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/namely-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/namely-alternatives/AdviceMon, 05 Sep 2022 11:30:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Udemy Coursera LearnWorlds Thinkific TalentLMS The DIY approach The events of 2020 forced many people to break free from the old ways of working. That reset helped people realize that digital work no longer requires a constant physical presence. It also helped a lot of people ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kajabi-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kajabi-alternatives/IndustriesMon, 05 Sep 2022 07:30:19 +0000<![CDATA[ ClickUp is a versatile project management and CRM tool, offering extensive customization and integration capabilities. It's feature set, including task assignment, time tracking, goal setting, and collaboration tools, is designed to accommodate the varied workflows of diverse teams. Compreh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-clickup/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-clickup/GuidesMon, 05 Sep 2022 06:38:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Head to the Google Form you want to receive notifications for. Click on Publish so that the responders can access your form. Once responses start coming in, click Responses. Click on the three-dot icon in the upper right. Click on Get email notifications for new responses. Intera...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-trigger-google-forms-email-notifications/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-trigger-google-forms-email-notifications/AdviceMon, 05 Sep 2022 06:36:00 +0000<![CDATA[ SharePoint OpenText eFileCabinet DocuPhase DocuWare Document management software helps businesses store, manage, and track documents, reducing paper consumption and making it easier for employees to work securely and effectively from anywhere in the world. There are several th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/docushare-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/docushare-alternatives/AdviceMon, 05 Sep 2022 06:16:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigate to Google Forms and create your form Click the Add question button Select Short answer In the question field, type in “Math CAPTCHA:” Click the three vertical dots and select Response validation Select Number and Equal to Type in the correct answer to the math problem ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-captcha-to-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-captcha-to-google-forms/AdviceSun, 04 Sep 2022 08:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Opinion Stage Typeform Aweform SurveyMonkey Quiz Maker Online Quiz Creator (from Easy LMS) Interact Outgrow Riddle FlexiQuiz iSpring Mentimeter Involve.me One of the best ways to get a concept to stick whether you’re trying to teach students or...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/proprofs-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/proprofs-alternatives/AdviceFri, 02 Sep 2022 08:47:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables Zapier Nintex UiPath Robots Automation Anywhere If you’re trying to go paperless and streamline repetitive tasks, you’ve probably heard about Microsoft Power Automate or maybe you already use it. It’s a low-code platform that enables you to build automated process...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-automate-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-automate-alternatives/AdviceFri, 02 Sep 2022 07:27:28 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to fundraising and donations, your nonprofit undoubtedly relies on forms. But you’re likely using forms in other areas of your organization as well, for things like volunteer applications, event RSVPs, expense approvals, and more. Are your forms maximized to receive the most donations...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-forms-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-forms-webinar/ProductFri, 02 Sep 2022 06:17:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Mendix Zoho Creator Claris FileMaker Pega Platform Neptune DXP Microsoft Power Apps Kintone Quickbase Kissflow It can be difficult to strike a balance between doing something right and doing something fast. Full-stack application development solution O...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/outsystems-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/outsystems-alternative/AdviceThu, 01 Sep 2022 15:09:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps HubSpot Sales Hub Zoho CRM Pipedrive Freshsales Streak EngageBay In the sales world, “ABC” isn’t about learning the alphabet: It’s short for the motivational phrase “Always be closing.” Famously uttered by Alec Baldwin’s character in the film Glengarry Glen Ross, “...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/close-competitors/https://www.jotform.com/blog/close-competitors/AdviceThu, 01 Sep 2022 11:46:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform HubSpot Sales Hub Pipedrive Copper Keap Ask any salesperson what their most valuable piece of software is, and chances are they’ll say their customer relationship management (CRM) solution. The ability to track and manage the entire sales journey from one platform is inva...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesmate-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesmate-alternatives/AdviceWed, 31 Aug 2022 16:29:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Thryv Keap Insightly Nimble Jotform As a small business owner, you have a lot on your plate. You have to create compelling marketing campaigns; manage finances, employees, inventory, and vendors; remain compliant with regulations; and strategize a growth plan usually with less mon...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vcita-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vcita-alternatives/AdviceWed, 31 Aug 2022 12:31:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Direct.me Jotform Apps Linktree Hypage Milkshake Feedlink LinkFolio More than ever, link-in-bio tools are a necessity, not a luxury, for business owners and influencers alike. If you can only list one URL on your Instagram or TikTok profile, for example, how do you decid...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/snipfeed-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/snipfeed-alternatives/AdviceTue, 30 Aug 2022 13:45:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Access the space in your website builder Copy and paste HTML code into that space Click the button to close out the code box and save your change You should then see a form If you’ve ever completed a survey, job application, product order, or event registration, you’ve filled out a form...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-html-form-with-submit-button/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-html-form-with-submit-button/AdviceTue, 30 Aug 2022 07:45:00 +0000<![CDATA[ DoorDash ChowNow Jotform Uber Eats Caviar Food delivery services may have been growing in popularity for many years now, but the pandemic really solidified these platforms as integral to a restaurant's success. Being able to offer customers convenient food ordering options and the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/grubhub-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/grubhub-alternative/AdviceMon, 29 Aug 2022 11:56:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The Admin Console is a powerful tool for managing your Jotform Enterprise account. Designed to give you everything you need in one central location, the Admin Console provides access to trend data, user information, support tickets, account settings, and more. Here’s a quick overview of the Admi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-admin-console/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-admin-console/EnterpriseMon, 29 Aug 2022 08:06:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Back to school is a busy time for administrators, educators, and students alike. From prepping classrooms and lesson plans to finalizing orientation materials and systems, there’s a lot to manage. In fact, less than half of a teacher’s typical 54-hour workweek is spent teaching. Here are three educ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tech-trends-for-educators/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tech-trends-for-educators/EnterpriseMon, 29 Aug 2022 08:04:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Educators frequently need to adopt new curricula to help students make sense of their world and learn how to contribute to it in meaningful ways. Problem-solving, critical thinking, and digital citizenship are some recent additions to an already jam-packed schedule. Teachers and administrators a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-no-code-elevates-educational-institutions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-no-code-elevates-educational-institutions/EnterpriseMon, 29 Aug 2022 08:00:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform ProProfs Survey Maker Qualaroo Retently InMoment If you’re serious about getting to know your customers and employees on a deeper level, you’ve probably heard about Qualtrics, the experience-management platform that helps you capture and act on insights gleaned from these...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualtrics-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualtrics-alternatives/AdviceMon, 29 Aug 2022 07:36:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In Jotform’s My Forms, and select Edit Form Click the Publish tab Click Embed Scroll down to the Lightbox option and select it You should see three options: Select Preview, Copy Code, Customize Click the Save Changes button and then Copy Code Thanks to heavy competition and the seemin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/exit-intent-popups/https://www.jotform.com/blog/exit-intent-popups/AdviceThu, 25 Aug 2022 11:12:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform’s Venmo integration Zelle PayPal Meta Pay with Messenger Payoneer Braintree Stripe XE Money Transfer Cash App Whether you need to shop for food, schedule a teeth cleaning, practice yoga, or learn a new language, there’s an app to make it easier, more convenien...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-alternatives/IndustriesThu, 25 Aug 2022 08:22:59 +0000<![CDATA[ PrestaShop Jotform Store Builder SamCart Volusion WooCommerce Wix eCommerce With inflation affecting the everyday costs of living including gas, food, and beyond it’s a good time for small businesses to consider transitioning to online storefronts. Online stores are convenie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecwid-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecwid-alternatives/AdviceThu, 25 Aug 2022 08:06:50 +0000<![CDATA[ BigCommerce Shopware ThriveCart AmeriCommerce Adobe Commerce Square Online Jotform Store Builder More than ever, having an online store isn’t a luxury it’s a necessity. It helps expand your reach, cut unnecessary overhead costs like rent, store furnishings, and utilities and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/volusion-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/volusion-alternatives/AdviceThu, 25 Aug 2022 06:47:17 +0000<![CDATA[ FlexBooker Jotform Calendly Bookafy BookSteam Acuity Scheduling If you ranked your most tedious, time-consuming workplace tasks, how high would you place “scheduling meetings” or “booking client appointments”? They’d probably be pretty high, especially considering how difficul...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/book-like-a-boss-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/book-like-a-boss-alternatives/AdviceWed, 24 Aug 2022 14:32:27 +0000<![CDATA[ AppyPie BigCommerce Shopify Miva Swiftic Jotform Store Builder Regardless of what you’re selling, it’s a good idea to sell online. Brick-and-mortar shops are expensive rent, utilities, and basic maintenance and upkeep quickly add up and they limit when, where, and to whom you c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mowico-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mowico-alternatives/AdviceWed, 24 Aug 2022 06:13:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform’s webinar program is here to give you everything you need to know about Jotform products and features, and get you thinking about best practices for your organization as a whole. Here are three recent webinars you can now watch on demand.  Snack break webinar: An introduction to J...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/september-2022-webinars/https://www.jotform.com/blog/september-2022-webinars/ProductTue, 23 Aug 2022 12:27:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Marketing jobs come in all shapes and sizes. Marketers work in brand, product, growth, PR, content, and event marketing, just to name a few. Yet with all the variety, the one thing these disciplines have in common is a need for effective tools that can not only perform certain tasks but also mea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-marketing-departments-use-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-marketing-departments-use-jotform/ProductTue, 23 Aug 2022 12:18:25 +0000<![CDATA[ At Jotform, we have a passion for making workflows run smoothly. That includes one of the most important workspaces in the world: the classroom. So it’s no surprise that Jotform has a comprehensive set of tools for teachers, students, administrators, parents, guardians, and more. And with the ne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/2022-back-to-school-toolkit/https://www.jotform.com/blog/2022-back-to-school-toolkit/IndustriesTue, 23 Aug 2022 12:10:45 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re thrilled that G2 has named Jotform No. 1 in the Online Form Builder category of its 2022 Summer Report. Jotform is consistently ranked highly among customers, a fact borne out by our seventh straight quarter leading the industry! Jotform is hyper-focused on providing valuable solutions for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-summer-2022-report/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-summer-2022-report/ProductTue, 23 Aug 2022 12:10:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Pretty much every company out there will tell you how much they believe in their product. And here at Jotform, it’s no different. We’re incredibly proud of how our form builder has become a highly versatile tool that 15 million-plus users depend on, enabling small businesses and global corporations...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-ways-the-jotform-team-uses-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-ways-the-jotform-team-uses-jotform/ProductTue, 23 Aug 2022 12:09:56 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re happy to announce that Jotform is one of the first apps available through Unbounce’s new Smart Builder, which features AI-powered functionality and conversion tracking. Unbounce, a leader in landing-page software, has offered a way to embed Jotform forms into your Unbounce landing page for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-jotform-into-the-new-unbounce-smart-builder/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-jotform-into-the-new-unbounce-smart-builder/ProductTue, 23 Aug 2022 12:09:42 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s hard to believe that just over a year ago Jotform Approvals (later rebranded as Jotform Workflows) was launched. We must be having fun because time is flying by! In that short time, over 200,000 of you have created approval workflows that help you onboard and manage employees; get internal ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/updates-to-jotform-approvals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/updates-to-jotform-approvals/ProductTue, 23 Aug 2022 12:09:18 +0000<![CDATA[ We know the feeling: You’ve assembled your questions and designed a great form now you’re ready to sit back and start receiving responses. But getting someone to fill out your form isn’t a forgone conclusion; there are mental hurdles your respondents need to overcome. For example, their time...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-form-performance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-form-performance/ProductTue, 23 Aug 2022 12:07:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Typeform Jotform SurveyMonkey WorkTango Formstack Cognito Forms Creating surveys and analyzing responses is critical to a successful business whether you need to conduct market research, collect employee feedback, or gauge how well your new customer service team is performing...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/emailmeform-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/emailmeform-alternatives/AdviceTue, 23 Aug 2022 06:46:30 +0000<![CDATA[ BigCommerce Sellfy Gumroad Payhip Lemon Squeezy Jotform Store Builder No matter your business size or industry, you need to have an online presence. Not only is an online store more convenient for your customers, but it’s beneficial for you, too. An online storefront provides ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/selz-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/selz-alternatives/AdviceTue, 23 Aug 2022 06:11:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Pipedrive HubSpot Close Zoho Today’s sales teams need so much more than a customer relationship management (CRM) system to compete in an increasingly competitive B2B market. That’s why teams are turning to sales tracking software that can go above and beyond a CRM, wri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/insightly-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/insightly-alternative/AdviceMon, 22 Aug 2022 06:33:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Get set up with a payment service provider Join the Apple Developer Program Gain approval to accept donations Implement Apple Pay in your app or website In the years since its release in 2014, Apple Pay has gained prominence slowly at first and then quickly. The pandemic fast-tracked a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/apple-pay-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/apple-pay-for-nonprofits/IndustriesThu, 18 Aug 2022 15:35:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Nimble Pipedrive Jotform Zendesk Sell Zoho CRM Streak CRMs Mautic Corteza Salesforce No two businesses are alike. Every business has its own culture and values. Each has different priorities, processes, and practices and different needs. Nutshell markets itself as...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/nutshell-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/nutshell-alternative/AdviceThu, 18 Aug 2022 15:14:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with segmentation Perfect your messaging Make the survey easily accessible Keep the survey brief and simple Provide incentives Use Jotform to streamline the process Surveys can be valuable additions to your marketing campaigns, and surveying your audience can help you better tai...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-ask-someone-to-take-a-survey-via-email/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-ask-someone-to-take-a-survey-via-email/AdviceThu, 18 Aug 2022 12:04:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: best for teams that integrate forms into their work Asana: best for team collaboration Hive: best for using different project layouts and creating project hierarchies Trello: best for working with kanban boards Jira: best for agile project management Flow: best for viewing...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickup-alternatives/AdviceThu, 18 Aug 2022 11:14:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform monday.com Saleshandy HubSpot Tracking sales and customers is a must for any business, but not every sales tracking and customer relationship management (CRM) system is the right fit for your business. What’s more, as much as 70 percent of CRM implementations result in ei...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesflare-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesflare-alternative/AdviceWed, 17 Aug 2022 11:06:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Kartra HubSpot Jotform Unbounce GetResponse Instapage ClickFunnels gives marketers the tools to build landing pages and sales pages without any coding knowledge. The company also provides a shopping cart, email and Facebook marketing automation, and a few other marketing tools...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickfunnel-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clickfunnel-alternative/AdviceTue, 16 Aug 2022 08:22:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Workday Zoho People Oracle ADP Workforce Now APS Payroll SAP SuccessFactors Human Capital Management (HCM) BambooHR can be an asset to your human resources management efforts, and the platform is known for its versatility. Built for small businesses, BambooHR manages everything f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bamboohr-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bamboohr-alternatives/AdviceTue, 16 Aug 2022 08:18:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Federal hospice regulators State hospice regulators Third-party hospice regulators Of all the subindustries of healthcare, the hospice field requires some of the most sensitive, nuanced conversations and care strategies. Terminally ill and end-of-life patients, as well as their friends...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-idg-documentation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospice-idg-documentation/IndustriesMon, 15 Aug 2022 11:17:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Hospice care involves very sensitive patient information and end-of-life situations, so the organizations that deliver this important service must be efficient and communicate clearly. In a hospice environment, patient care is a critical part of the staff’s day-to-day tasks and each member of a tea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/idg-hospice/https://www.jotform.com/blog/idg-hospice/IndustriesMon, 15 Aug 2022 11:10:55 +0000<![CDATA[ WPForms Jotform Report Builder and Jotform Tables Formidable Forms Gravity Forms, a forms plug-in for WordPress websites, lets you collect data from website visitors, prospective or current customers, and others. But the data you collect is only valuable if you can put it to use. Wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/alternative-to-gravityview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/alternative-to-gravityview/AdviceMon, 15 Aug 2022 10:20:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Build the form Create a new notification Click Settings, then Notifications Select the Add New button to add a new notification Enter the email settings,you’ll use the setting labeled Send To Click the Select a Field button Select Email Under the From Name and From Email fields, type in t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gravity-forms-notifications/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gravity-forms-notifications/AdviceMon, 15 Aug 2022 06:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Ecwid Square Online Shift4Shop Webflow Jotform Store Builder Online shopping continues to gain in popularity in fact, more than 2 billion people spent over $4.9 trillion on online goods and services in 2021. More than ever, customers want contactless, convenient shopping experienc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bigcommerce-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bigcommerce-alternatives/AdviceFri, 12 Aug 2022 07:02:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Officevibe Lattice Culture Amp Gallup Access People Element No doubt you know how important surveying your customers is to business success. Surveys are cost-effective, easy to create, convenient to take, and great for understanding the needs and wants of your current and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/peakon-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/peakon-alternatives/AdviceThu, 11 Aug 2022 07:20:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re a content creator (like an artist, writer, or musician) or a content manager (like a  producer, publisher, or distributor) handling copyright permissions for creative work can be a huge challenge. And no matter what kind of copyright holder you are, rights management has probabl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/rights-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/rights-management/AdviceThu, 11 Aug 2022 07:02:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Cultural work-from-home survey questions Logistical work-from-home survey questions Technological work-from-home survey questions Productivity work-from-home survey questions Working from home is becoming more commonplace in many industries, including tech, finance, consulting, and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 10 Aug 2022 11:30:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Focus on transactional tasks Gather the right information from the start Segment clients in multiple ways Invest in the right software Don’t forget to cross-sell and upsell The period right after you make a sale to a customer is a critical time. You have to ensure the customer knows ho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-client-onboarding/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-client-onboarding/AdviceWed, 10 Aug 2022 10:58:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Store Builder Shopify Jumpseller Shift4Shop (formerly 3dcart) SITE123 StoreHippo CoreCommerce Having your own business allows you to make your own hours and decisions, experience creative freedom, and choose who you work with. Most importantly, you get to do something y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/prestashop-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/prestashop-alternatives/AdviceTue, 09 Aug 2022 08:27:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Check your account type Make it optional for customers to have a PayPal account Verify your email address Link and verify your bank account The online payment platform PayPal boasts more than 400 million users around the world, so it makes sense that many online vendors offer it as ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-no-credit-card-option/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-no-credit-card-option/IndustriesTue, 09 Aug 2022 08:01:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Store Builder Squarespace WooCommerce Zyro PrestaShop Volusion No matter the age, size, or industry of your business, it needs to be online. Not only is online shopping more convenient for your customers, but it’s also more cost effective for you. You don’t have to worry ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/goodbarber-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/goodbarber-alternatives/AdviceMon, 08 Aug 2022 12:02:38 +0000<![CDATA[ As a business owner, you know that one of the most crucial areas to avoid friction is customer checkout. Anything that gives a customer pause before paying could result in a lost sale. This applies to both brick-and-mortar and online stores, but it’s especially challenging online. Unlike a physi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-square-accept-apple-pay/https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-square-accept-apple-pay/IndustriesMon, 08 Aug 2022 11:58:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re in tech or finance, marketing or consulting, or any other business, projects are a major part of your day-to-day work life. Whether they’re massive undertakings that take months (or years!) to complete or smaller ones your team can close within a few days, projects require you to jug...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-clickup-for-project-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-clickup-for-project-management/AdviceMon, 08 Aug 2022 10:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Apple Pay has been available in the U.S. since 2014, but it wasn’t always as popular as it is today. A lot has changed since then, including people’s perceptions of digital payment options, especially those powered by trusted brands like Apple. Also at play was the pandemic, which saw tons of Sq...]]>https://www.jotform.com/apple-pay-for-business/https://www.jotform.com/apple-pay-for-business/GuidesFri, 05 Aug 2022 07:59:04 +0000<![CDATA[ No technical expertise required Massive third-party app ecosystem All-day, everyday support Hundreds of themes Shopify payment gateway Mobile-friendly platform If you want to start an e-commerce business, plenty of platforms can help you set up and manage your online store. A leader i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/advantages-of-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/blog/advantages-of-shopify/AdviceFri, 05 Aug 2022 07:04:19 +0000<![CDATA[ As remote and hybrid work continue to be the norm for many companies, it’s more important than ever to have an entire toolkit you can rely on to effectively communicate with people who aren’t sitting next to you. Loom has established itself as one of the most essential tools in that toolkit, allowi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-add-video-to-your-forms-with-loom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-add-video-to-your-forms-with-loom/ProductThu, 04 Aug 2022 07:34:13 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever had to chase down a client or vendor for a signature whether you’re in real estate, law, or healthcare you’re probably thankful that people now trust and use electronic signature software. With e-signature software, you get Quick, cost-effective convenience for both you and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-vs-docusign/AdviceThu, 04 Aug 2022 07:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Download the Venmo app or go to Venmo’s website and click Get Venmo Select the Business option Click Get started Enter your phone number and click the Send code Receive the confirmation code Enter your legal name, email address, and the password Read the legal terms and conditions, click A...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-business-profile/https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-business-profile/IndustriesThu, 04 Aug 2022 06:18:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Know your niche Plan out your business Expand your talent roster Network as much as you can Build your client list This may come as a surprise, but nearly every business is connected in one way or another to a modeling agency. Think about it whether on a website landing page,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-modeling-agency/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-modeling-agency/AdviceWed, 03 Aug 2022 07:03:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Nifty ClickUp Zapier Process Street Asana If you want to improve the bottom line, you either bring in more revenue or reduce costs. One way to address the latter is to maximize productivity with technology like workflow apps software that automates certain tasks in ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-apps/AdviceWed, 03 Aug 2022 06:05:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Email Website Social media QR code SMS In-app distribution Digital workspaces Surveys are an excellent way to gather information in order to make smarter business decisions. “You can receive good, honest feedback via surveys,” says Mick Essex, growth marketing manager for POWR, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-distribution/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-distribution/AdviceTue, 02 Aug 2022 10:30:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Life is just easier with apps, isn’t it? From grocery shopping and depositing checks to signing documents and navigating traffic jams, apps give you fun, useful ways to knock items off your to-do list, no matter where you are in the world. And with popular mobile payment apps like Venmo and C...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-vs-cash-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-vs-cash-app/IndustriesTue, 02 Aug 2022 10:21:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to Microsoft Forms. Access the survey. Click on the three dots. Click on Settings. Check the box of each response. Microsoft Forms is a tool that can help you create surveys, quizzes, and polls so you can  quickly collect feedback for your business, whether you’re tr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-email-notification/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-email-notification/AdviceTue, 02 Aug 2022 07:37:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose the best data to share Tell a story Adhere to common design rules Create an additional report You’ve launched your survey. The results are in. Now it’s time to make sense of them. Creating a survey results presentation is one of the best ways to analyze your results and pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-results-presentation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-results-presentation/AdviceMon, 01 Aug 2022 13:49:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Microsoft Teams Wrike Trello Asana Jira monday.com Teamwork Quire Slack Odoo Axero Solutions CA Flowdock Ravetree Insightly Forecast Ayoa Keap Project Insight amoCRM When it comes to running a business, having a strong, effective project manage...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bitrix24-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bitrix24-alternatives/AdviceMon, 01 Aug 2022 13:15:01 +0000<![CDATA[ According to Great Place to Work, a happy workplace leads, on average, to triple the revenue growth, triple the stock performance, and 50 percent lower turnover. But what are the cultural drivers of workplace happiness? And does workplace happiness have the power to influence employee retention?&nb...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-enterprise-improves-employee-retention-and-growth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-enterprise-improves-employee-retention-and-growth/EnterpriseFri, 29 Jul 2022 12:10:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Have a clear subject line Be concise Include important information Use brand-appropriate voice, tone, and content Searching for a job can be an arduous and time-consuming process. According to the career site Zippia, job seekers have to submit an average of 21 to 80 applications to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/thank-you-for-applying-email/https://www.jotform.com/blog/thank-you-for-applying-email/AdviceFri, 29 Jul 2022 08:03:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Create your survey form Select your display option and copy the appropriate code Paste the code into your website Need to collect feedback from your customers or website visitors? A popup survey may be a good solution for you. A popup survey is a customer survey form that automatica...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pop-up-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pop-up-survey/AdviceFri, 29 Jul 2022 07:51:25 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re excited to announce the new Jotform Enterprise support ticketing system, designed to enhance your experience and speed response times. Thanks to your business, we’ve quickly outgrown our existing Enterprise customer success and technical support process. The new system incorporates your fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-the-new-jotform-enterprise-support-ticketing-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-the-new-jotform-enterprise-support-ticketing-system/EnterpriseThu, 28 Jul 2022 12:52:45 +0000<![CDATA[ The latest employment numbers are out in the U.S., and the economy added more jobs than expected in June. This, coupled with decreasing crude oil prices worldwide, is calming fears of a pending recession. However, inflation remains at a 40-year high, leaving room for overcorrection by the monetary ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-enterprise-helps-you-cut-costs-to-weather-recessions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-enterprise-helps-you-cut-costs-to-weather-recessions/EnterpriseThu, 28 Jul 2022 12:46:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform FileCenter Adobe Acrobat Pro DC Neat Docusign Going paperless is a great way to reduce clutter, improve organization, and streamline business systems in your office. If your team is still printing and filing paper documents, it’s time to invest in paperless office softwar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-office-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-office-software/AdviceThu, 28 Jul 2022 06:32:38 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve just built the perfect form. Or it’s almost perfect, but it would be so much better if your business had a fun and flashy logo you could add. Working with a graphic designer is a big commitment of both money and time for a small business, though, and you’re just getting started. That’s wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-see-jotforms-fiverr-widget-in-action/https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-see-jotforms-fiverr-widget-in-action/ProductWed, 27 Jul 2022 08:00:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: Best for creating auto-graded quizzes for students ClassMarker: Best for creating randomized tests to prevent cheating Factile: Best for increasing student engagement ProProfs Quiz Maker: Best for creating multimedia quizzes Kahoot!: Best for gamifying quizzes to keep student...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quiz-maker-for-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quiz-maker-for-teachers/IndustriesWed, 27 Jul 2022 06:49:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Ascend Strategy + Design is an award-winning growth marketing agency based in Valdosta, Georgia. Ascend’s mission is to provide the best strategies and tools to help clients reach their growth potential. We sat down with Anne Shenton, Ascend Strategy + Design’s CEO, to learn how Jotform is h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/simplify-appointment-scheduling-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/simplify-appointment-scheduling-with-jotform/Customer StoriesTue, 26 Jul 2022 12:53:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform is used by businesses across the globe in almost every major industry, and we’ve been delighted to feature a wide variety of user spotlights over the years. But this month’s showcase is a little different from any others we’ve done, and perhaps somewhat surprising. After all, who would c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/chris-guerra-connects-with-tiktok-followers-through-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/chris-guerra-connects-with-tiktok-followers-through-jotform/Customer StoriesTue, 26 Jul 2022 12:51:26 +0000<![CDATA[ When building forms, it’s kind of a given to include basic fields for information like names and phone numbers. But forms become more effective when they have the right widget(s) for getting the information you need. Widgets can add functionality that makes filling out forms easier and more intu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-new-widgets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-new-widgets/ProductTue, 26 Jul 2022 12:50:12 +0000<![CDATA[ In the seven months since we released Jotform Apps, we’ve been blown away by the imagination of our users, as you generate inspiring use cases for Jotform’s no-code app builder. In many cases, our app templates helped kick-start the creative process. We’re pleased to announce our template librar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-500-templates-for-jotform-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-500-templates-for-jotform-apps/ProductTue, 26 Jul 2022 12:48:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Click on the person icon Tap on Edit Profile, look for the Switch to a business account option Click on the green Change This Account button Accept the confirmation message Click on Linked Banks and follow the directions When you’re running a business, it’s important to have a se...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cash-app-business-account/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cash-app-business-account/IndustriesTue, 26 Jul 2022 11:01:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Complete guide to creating a survey Go to the Publish tab Click Embed Click the green Copy code button Paste the code into your web page To collect as many responses to a survey as possible, you have to share your survey widely. There are many ways to do that, such as on social media o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-survey-in-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-survey-in-website/AdviceTue, 26 Jul 2022 10:34:02 +0000<![CDATA[ When Instagram, the popular photo- and video-sharing platform, was founded in 2010, it racked up 1 million registered users by the end of that year. Now, it’s the fourth most popular social media platform in the world with a whopping 2 billion monthly active users. Instagram helps you stay conne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/beacons-vs-linktree/https://www.jotform.com/blog/beacons-vs-linktree/AdviceMon, 25 Jul 2022 06:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Make sure that you have both a Jotform and a Mailchimp account Navigate to the Jotform + Mailchimp integration page on Zapier Confirm the action in Mailchimp Choose the resulting action Choose the databand then test and save the automation Data is fuel for effective marketing campaigns...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-click-tracking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-click-tracking/AdviceFri, 22 Jul 2022 05:56:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Weebly websites are user-friendly and customizable, so they can be excellent tools for businesses. As you build out your email marketing efforts and start to design digital marketing campaigns, it’s important to gather signup information from your site visitors. Creating a signup form is one way to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-signup-form-in-weebly/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-signup-form-in-weebly/AdviceThu, 21 Jul 2022 12:14:52 +0000<![CDATA[ E-commerce platform Shopify has completely changed the landscape for online selling. Shopify was founded in 2006 by Tobias Lütke and Scott Lake, two entrepreneurs who wanted to set up an online snowboard store but struggled with the web platforms available. None had the functionality and feature...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-sell-on-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-sell-on-shopify/GuidesThu, 21 Jul 2022 10:26:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Find a cryptocurrency payment processor Generate a cryptocurrency wallet address Provide the wallet address to customers Use the Tap to Pay feature If you’re a savvy business owner, you may well have cryptocurrency on your radar, even if your business is already accepting payments t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apple-pay-cryptocurrency/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apple-pay-cryptocurrency/AdviceWed, 20 Jul 2022 07:43:44 +0000<![CDATA[ From ordering pizza to scheduling a parent-teacher conference, one of the best attributes of apps is how much easier they make everyday tasks, helping you quickly accomplish tasks and errands from your mobile device day or night. When it comes to sending and receiving money between family and frie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-charges/https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-charges/Online PaymentTue, 19 Jul 2022 15:08:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Shopping Cart WordPress Simple PayPal Shopping Cart Payment Button for PayPal Easy Accept Payments for PayPal PayPal Express Checkout Payment Gateway for WooCommerce Seamless Donations PayPal Plus for WooCommerce Easy PayPal Buy Now Button Quick PayPal Payments Donation...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-paypal-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-paypal-plugin/AdviceTue, 19 Jul 2022 14:38:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps: best for easily customizable app templates AppSheet: best for integration with Google Workspace tools Adalo: best for range of learning resources FlutterFlow: best for no-code app building with option for added code functionality SAP Build Apps (formerly AppGyver): best ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/buildfire-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/buildfire-alternatives/AdviceTue, 19 Jul 2022 12:56:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Accurate, organized data is essential in clinical trials to develop new medical treatments. If there’s any doubt about the validity of the data, the entire trial can fail. Collecting and maintaining clear data is important not only for good stewardship of money and resources, but it also has an ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-in-clinical-trials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-in-clinical-trials/AdviceMon, 18 Jul 2022 13:20:17 +0000<![CDATA[ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "SoftwareApplication", "name": "Jotform Apps", "image": "https://cdn.jotfor.ms/assets/img/logo2021/jotform_logo_icon400x400-dark.png", "url": "https://www.jotform.com/produ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/shorby-vs-linktree/https://www.jotform.com/blog/shorby-vs-linktree/AdviceMon, 18 Jul 2022 06:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s an undeniable feeling of satisfaction in running an efficient process. In business, processes are especially important, as they serve as the foundation of workflows, helping to accomplish nearly every type of task. For example, an approval workflow follows a set process to get feedback and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/runmyprocess-vs-kissflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/runmyprocess-vs-kissflow/AdviceFri, 15 Jul 2022 08:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Slack GitHub Placker Google Drive Read Me Notion + Trello 2-Way Sync Pomorello Card Aging Twitter Zapier There’s a lot of incredibly innovative software available today. In fact, it’s safe to say that all of the best modern software is incredibly innovat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/trello-power-ups/https://www.jotform.com/blog/trello-power-ups/AdviceFri, 15 Jul 2022 08:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Kissflow ProcessMaker Hive Integrify The global need for workflow management systems is on the rise. According to research by Grand View Research, the market for them will reach an astonishing value of $55.35 billion by 2028. By automating daily tasks, reducing repetit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-tools/AdviceThu, 14 Jul 2022 07:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Course creators may be familiar with Thinkific, as it’s one of the leading platforms for marketing and selling online courses. While the platform is packed with many great features, you’ll need to use a third-party application to embed a form on Thinkific. In this article, we’ll talk about why y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-a-form-thinkific/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-a-form-thinkific/AdviceThu, 14 Jul 2022 06:55:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Head to the form-building page in Google Forms. Click on the Responses tab. Click the three-dot icon. Select "Get email notifications for new responses". You’re now set up. Interactive step-by-step tutorial Google Forms got its start as an add-on to Google She...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/get-an-email-when-google-form-is-submitted/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/get-an-email-when-google-form-is-submitted/AdviceThu, 14 Jul 2022 06:49:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Interactive step-by-step tutorial Weebly websites are easy to design and customize, and they can be a practical way to launch an e-commerce business, service-based business, or other venture. While Weebly offers lots of features and options to customize your site, you can add even more functio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-a-google-form-to-weebly/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-a-google-form-to-weebly/AdviceThu, 14 Jul 2022 06:37:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The nice thing about the website builder Squarespace is that it’s chock-full of awesome features and convenient tools. It gives you almost everything you could ever want to build the website of your dreams. The problem with offering a huge assortment of tools, though, is that each individual too...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/upload-form-squarespace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/upload-form-squarespace/AdviceWed, 13 Jul 2022 13:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Poet Maya Angelou once said, “You can’t really know where you are going until you know where you have been.” That sentiment applies to our personal lives as well as to business. If you don’t know how you got to where you are in your career what mistakes you’ve made, lessons you’ve learned, and suc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-is-data-important-in-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-is-data-important-in-business/AdviceWed, 13 Jul 2022 13:51:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Back in the 80s, people used floppy disks to transfer data. One disk could store up to an impressive 2.88 MB and everyone wondered who would ever need more storage than that. Then Zip disks, CDs, DVDs, and eventually thumb drives and SD cards came along. Each one stored more and more data, maki...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-share-large-files/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-share-large-files/AdviceTue, 12 Jul 2022 12:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Acquiring new customers is crucial for any successful business, but it’s equally important to satisfy your existing customers so they keep coming back. Customer retention helps businesses increase profitability by lowering the cost of customer acquisition. A critical piece of the customer retent...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-customer-retention/https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-customer-retention/AdviceTue, 12 Jul 2022 11:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Take inventory Identify and evaluate your asset obstacles Designate a team member to manage assets Automate your asset management process According to the National Facilities Management & Technology Conference, 80 percent of employees spend roughly 30 minutes daily (or one full ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/asset-management-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/asset-management-process/AdviceTue, 12 Jul 2022 11:47:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Open your Google Form Add questions to your form Click on the question that you want to add a dropdown to Click the box Select Dropdown Click on Option 1 and type Click on Add Option Select Preview Click Send to share the form Interactive step-by-step tutorial Li...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/dropdown-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/dropdown-in-google-forms/AdviceTue, 12 Jul 2022 05:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to scheduling meetings with employees and booking appointments with clients, you need software you can trust to be efficient, affordable, and reliable. And, especially with clients, you need to avoid missed appointments and fill your available slots for maximum ROI. Luckily, two pl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/book-like-a-boss-vs-acuity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/book-like-a-boss-vs-acuity/AdviceMon, 11 Jul 2022 07:27:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Scalability Employee self-service Accrual and balance tracking On-demand reports Requests and approvals Management of other time-off requests Whether you own a small business or you’re running the HR department for a large organization a vacation and sick time tracker is a criti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vacation-and-sick-time-tracker/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vacation-and-sick-time-tracker/AdviceMon, 11 Jul 2022 06:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Regardless of your industry or the size of your business, IT asset management (ITAM) should be a critical component of your operations strategy. ITAM is about managing all of the hardware and software a company owns and uses to operate.  Why is ITAM important? It plays a key role in increas...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/it-asset-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/it-asset-management/AdviceFri, 08 Jul 2022 12:03:00 +0000<![CDATA[ BambooHR JazzHR Jotform Freshteam ApplicantStack The recruiting process can be incredibly time-consuming. Between posting job openings, screening resumes, communicating with candidates, and onboarding new employees, recruiting teams and HR professionals have to juggle a lot of re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruiting-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruiting-software/AdviceFri, 08 Jul 2022 07:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Today’s nonprofits have a ton of donation-related data to manage. That’s why having a donor and customer relationship management (CRM) platform is so important. CRM systems give charities a more complete picture of donors and can improve donation collection efforts, writes the team at Fundly: “K...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donorperfect-vs-etapestry/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donorperfect-vs-etapestry/IndustriesThu, 07 Jul 2022 06:45:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Almost everyone is aware of what a brand is. When someone mentions Disney, often the first thing that comes to mind is Mickey Mouse or the castle logo that appears at the beginning of every Disney film. The Disney brand also evokes thoughts of childhood and amusement parks. When thinking of Audi, y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-visual-identity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-visual-identity/AdviceThu, 07 Jul 2022 06:32:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Workspace Trello Jotform Airtable Notion Microsoft 365 HubSpot ClickUp Zoho is an all-in-one business tool that was first released as AdventNet in 1996. That means that Zoho has been around longer than Web 2.0, Google, and WiFi. In that time, it’s continued to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoho-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoho-alternatives/AdviceWed, 06 Jul 2022 12:37:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Understanding HIPAA compliance can be challenging, especially since medical providers usually don’t have a legal background. If you’ve done a search to learn about HIPAA compliance, you’ve probably found a variety of resources. But the wording can be confusing and complicated often leaving provide...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/who-does-hipaa-apply-to/https://www.jotform.com/blog/who-does-hipaa-apply-to/IndustriesWed, 06 Jul 2022 06:12:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Register with Venmo Tap the icon By tapping Scan code, you can scan another user’s Venmo QR code Tap Venmo me to display your unique QR code on your screen Tap Pay/Request on your Venmo home screen Tap either Request or Pay More than ever, customers want convenience in how the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/venmo-qr-code/AdviceTue, 05 Jul 2022 07:35:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign eversign Dropbox Sign (formerly known as HelloSign) Docusign Adobe Acrobat Sign OneSpan Sign SignRequest PandaDoc Lightico Signeasy As technology continues to evolve, using a pen to “put your John Hancock” on a piece of paper is becoming a thing of the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signnow-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signnow-alternatives/AdviceTue, 05 Jul 2022 07:06:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Linktree, the popular social media landing page tool, is a great way to share all the links that make up your web presence in one place. It also has some great tools for influencers and businesses. For example, it’s a great addition to your usual e-commerce channels for limited product releases and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-an-order-form-on-linktree/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-an-order-form-on-linktree/AdviceMon, 04 Jul 2022 14:34:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps SalesRabbit Geopointe Salesloft monday.com Pipedrive BIGContacts FunnelMaker Spiro Outreach Close The journey to making a purchase has certainly changed over the years. With so many product options at our fingertips (literally, thanks to the internet) and e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/spotio-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/spotio-alternatives/AdviceFri, 01 Jul 2022 06:40:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Luma Health DrChrono Jotform Epic Kareo Doctors, and the medical offices that support them, have been under tremendous pressure in the past couple of years. In addition to handling higher patient volumes, they have to deal with billing, legal compliance, and scheduling, which are...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-offices-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-offices-software/IndustriesFri, 01 Jul 2022 05:43:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Explore trends and strategies for leveraging technology to promote employee retention and organizational growth. Watch our webinar to get the highlights from our latest white paper on the benefits of building a connected culture. Gain insight into what workers expect from workplace technology ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-boost-hr-retention-and-growth-with-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-boost-hr-retention-and-growth-with-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseThu, 30 Jun 2022 14:04:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Securing top talent can be a challenge right now. Many workers are reconsidering their relationship with work, and some are pursuing entrepreneurial adventures as part of “The Great Resignation.” Plus, remote work can make it difficult to onboard new hires and gauge how they connect with existing t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hiring-the-right-people/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hiring-the-right-people/EnterpriseThu, 30 Jun 2022 14:03:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Conditional logic is an excellent tool for streamlining forms and automating data-collection. As the name suggests, conditional logic enables you to serve up questions, pages, or direct actions based on predefined conditions you choose. For example, you can use conditional logic to Direct em...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-conditional-logic-for-more-efficient-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-conditional-logic-for-more-efficient-forms/EnterpriseThu, 30 Jun 2022 14:01:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Upgrading your data management solution can be exciting. With some time and research, you can find a solution that both makes your data more useful to your organization and is secure enough to address regulatory and privacy concerns. Before you wander into the weeds of field mapping and data migrat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-for-finding-the-right-technology-partner/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-for-finding-the-right-technology-partner/EnterpriseThu, 30 Jun 2022 14:00:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Airbase PRM360 Onspring If you’re hoping to grow your business, it’s important to examine who you’re hiring, how you’re marketing, and, of course, your expenses vs your profits. You should also audit your relationships with your vendors, recommends global management ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-management-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-management-app/AdviceThu, 30 Jun 2022 07:12:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Auctions can be a fun way to raise money and awareness for a charitable cause, a school-related event, or other purpose. An online auction lets you reach a larger audience while enjoying the same benefits of an in-person auction. If you set it up correctly, an online auction can be easy and conv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-an-online-auction/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-an-online-auction/AdviceThu, 30 Jun 2022 06:33:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify your ideal customer Build an intuitive website Create content for search engines and people Use different channels to nurture leads Expand your reach If you want to run a successful Shopify business, you need a consistent influx of new customers. Fortunately, there are some pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-lead-generation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-lead-generation/AdviceWed, 29 Jun 2022 07:46:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform OptinMonster Sumo AdRoll Sleeknote If you want a prospect to take the next step toward becoming a customer, it’s important to capture their email address as soon as they engage with you. Having a prospect’s email address is incredibly valuable, as it lets your organization ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-capture-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-capture-tools/AdviceWed, 29 Jun 2022 06:19:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform’s new Cash App Pay integration (powered by Square) has the potential to open you up to a host of new customers, clients, or supporters, regardless of what kind of business or organization you manage. Since Cash App has 44 million monthly active users, chances are someone out there is hoping...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cash-app-pay-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cash-app-pay-webinar/ProductTue, 28 Jun 2022 08:18:39 +0000<![CDATA[ On August 1st Jotform will modify its pricing for the first time since 2015 in order to reflect the product and feature advancements made over the last seven years. But you can lock in 2015 prices…forever. As a token of our appreciation for being an existing Jotform user, the cost of your subscr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pricing-update-2022/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pricing-update-2022/ProductTue, 28 Jun 2022 08:18:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Adding a custom logo to your forms is a breeze with Jotform. In fact, we estimate one of every four Jotform users takes advantage of this valuable feature. But what if you don’t have a logo of your own? No worries Jotform and Fiverr have you covered. With our new Fiverr Logo Maker widget, yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fiverr-logo-maker-widget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fiverr-logo-maker-widget/ProductTue, 28 Jun 2022 08:16:48 +0000<![CDATA[ According to a survey of online U.S. shoppers by the Baymard Institute, 30 percent abandoned their carts because the checkout process was too long, didn’t offer the right payment method, or declined their credit card. Now think of that in the context of the millennial and Gen Z buyer. This huge, di...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/accept-cash-app-payments-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/accept-cash-app-payments-with-jotform/IndustriesTue, 28 Jun 2022 08:13:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform provides a way to communicate with customers, clients, and colleagues via online forms, but what if you could add one of the world’s most popular messaging apps, Messenger, to the equation? There’s no need to wonder any longer. With Jotform’s new Messenger Button widget, you can connect ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/add-messenger-and-whatsapp-chat-to-your-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/add-messenger-and-whatsapp-chat-to-your-forms/ProductTue, 28 Jun 2022 08:13:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Design consultations that work for you Incorporate free consultations into marketing strategies Direct your audience to your landing page Highlight the benefits of a consultation Prepare for your initial consultations Focus on closing Offering free consultations can be a valuable mar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-offer-a-free-consultation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-offer-a-free-consultation/AdviceTue, 28 Jun 2022 07:56:14 +0000<![CDATA[ ThriveMap Adaface Jotform eSkill Applied Criteria iMocha Skillsarena pymetrics Ever since the “Great Resignation” of 2021 when more than 38 million Americans quit their jobs in search of better pay, more flexibility, and better benefits it’s been harder than ever to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/candidate-assessment-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/candidate-assessment-tools/AdviceTue, 28 Jun 2022 06:08:36 +0000<![CDATA[ MedTrainer Healthicity HIPAA Ready RegPathway UptimeHealth Healthcare providers want to help their patients. This requires not only providing stellar healthcare services but also securing patients’ protected health information (PHI). HIPAA regulations provide the guidance healthc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-hipaa-one-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-hipaa-one-alternatives/IndustriesFri, 24 Jun 2022 08:26:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Klaviyo Drip Omnisend Constant Contact Email Shopify Email Nurturing your marketing leads through email is both a science and an art. On one hand, you have to ensure that you’re communicating with the right frequency, timing, and content; on the other, you need to craft engaging me...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-email-marketing-for-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-email-marketing-for-shopify/AdviceFri, 24 Jun 2022 06:14:12 +0000<![CDATA[ NavigateHCR Jotform Coverage Accountable Absolute for Healthcare Healthicity MedTrainer Compliancy Group HIPAA Ready CodySoft Healthcare compliance is a key factor in the successful operation of a medical practice. Without compliance procedures in place, a practi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-compliance-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-compliance-software/IndustriesThu, 23 Jun 2022 06:12:45 +0000<![CDATA[ If your WordPress blog or small business site has developed a strong following, you may want to build on that success with an online store. Whether you want to sell products, subscriptions, or services, you’ll need a way to set up an online store that includes order forms. Thanks to innovations ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-order-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-order-forms/AdviceWed, 22 Jun 2022 07:11:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Organizations all over the world practice performance management. Though the look and feel of this process have evolved over the years, the purpose of evaluating and improving employee performance remains the same. However, despite the popularity and global adoption of performance management, organ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/performance-management/https://www.jotform.com/performance-management/GuidesWed, 22 Jun 2022 06:09:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Flyers are an integral marketing tool used by businesses of all kinds, from small mom-and-pop shops to large enterprise organizations. Essentially a one-page piece of marketing collateral, a flyer can be either digital or printed. Flyers typically contain highly targeted information, like detail...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-flyers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-flyers/AdviceTue, 21 Jun 2022 06:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ At Jotform, we constantly look for ways to make your workflow more efficient so you can focus on the big picture. That’s why our industry-first partnership with Loom is such a natural fit. Loom is a dynamic screen recorder that allows you to record your screen or your webcam or both at the same...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/add-loom-videos-to-your-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/add-loom-videos-to-your-forms/ProductMon, 20 Jun 2022 15:01:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Define its purpose Customize it Keep your survey short Make sure it’s consistent Build your survey with software Administering a feedback survey to learn what people love (or think could use some improvement) about your business can provide extremely useful insights, no matter your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-a-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-a-survey/AdviceMon, 20 Jun 2022 14:10:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Start by creating a form in Microsoft Forms Click create in the left menu, and choose automated cloud flow Pick a name for your workflow Select your form from the dropdown list Use in Power Automate: get response details. Choose your form again, in the Choose an action box, click c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-microsoft-forms/AdviceMon, 20 Jun 2022 12:47:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Founded in 2009 and acquired by PayPal in 2012, Venmo is a mobile payment service enabling users to split bills and make payments with friends through its user-friendly app. Users can sign up by downloading the app or registering on the Venmo website, linking their bank account, debit card, or...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-accept-venmo-payments/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-accept-venmo-payments/GuidesFri, 17 Jun 2022 07:41:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Remember when you were growing up and your class would take a field trip somewhere, perhaps to a zoo or museum? Not only did you get to enjoy a fun, educational outing with your friends, but you also got to sing songs on a bus, eat lunch away from your boring cafeteria, spend money on silly souv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-permission-slips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-permission-slips/IndustriesFri, 17 Jun 2022 06:54:41 +0000<![CDATA[ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "SoftwareApplication", "name": "Jotform", "image": "https://cdn.jotfor.ms/assets/img/logo2021/jotform_logo_icon400x400-dark.png", "url": "https://www.jotform.com/", ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-documentation-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-documentation-software/AdviceFri, 17 Jun 2022 05:47:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Paychex ADP QuickBooks Payroll Square Payroll Zenefits BambooHR Gusto, a cloud-based payroll, human resources management, and benefits platform, makes it easy for small businesses to manage their HR and administrative processes. Gusto is a comprehensive platform that gives you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gusto-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gusto-alternatives/AdviceThu, 16 Jun 2022 11:54:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Docparser Zoho Forms EmailMeForm Manual data entry is both extremely time-consuming and frequently error-prone. But you can take care of both of those problems with data entry software. Data entry software lets you replace unorganized, hard-to-read handwritten forms with ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-entry-automation-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-entry-automation-software/AdviceThu, 16 Jun 2022 06:57:43 +0000<![CDATA[ How would you rate the brand name? How unique is the brand name? How well does the brand name describe the product? How trustworthy does the brand name sound to you? How easy is it to pronounce the brand name? How memorable is the brand name? Which of the following words do you ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-name-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-name-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 15 Jun 2022 06:11:42 +0000<![CDATA[ First impressions count in business. And nothing dampens the initial positivity of a new working relationship quicker than a clunky onboarding system. That’s why professional services businesses use intake forms to streamline the onboarding process and quickly gather the information they need fr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-intake-form-in-word/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-intake-form-in-word/AdviceWed, 15 Jun 2022 06:02:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Business processes often have many different steps that involve multiple people. For example, to request vacation time, an employee might have to fill out a form and send it to their manager. The manager then needs to approve or deny the vacation request, update the HR team, and send their response...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-approval-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-approval-workflow/AdviceTue, 14 Jun 2022 06:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ OptiMonk Yottaa Rapid inSITE PushOwl Web Push Notifications Gameball PushEngage Lucky Orange One of the best parts about using Shopify as your e-commerce platform is that it includes a massive ecosystem of third-party apps, many of which were designed specially for Shopify. B...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-shopify-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-shopify-apps/AdviceTue, 14 Jun 2022 05:58:41 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to mobile payment solutions, there seem to be an endless number of options. Contactless transactions both person-to-person and person-to-merchant are more popular and accessible than ever. Nearly all digital payment services at least the most popular ones are user-friendly, free, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-vs-venmo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-vs-venmo/IndustriesTue, 14 Jun 2022 05:53:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a class registration and payment form Schedule one-on-one sessions Collect payments for in-person classes https://youtu.be/c9PmG2W6WsA If you want to sell online yoga classes, there are plenty of software options available to you. But picking the right software is just th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-charge-for-online-yoga-classes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-charge-for-online-yoga-classes/AdviceMon, 13 Jun 2022 10:55:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Click Send to see the options Click the QR code icon Click Download and save the code You can then insert this QR code Quick response (QR) codes are similar to the barcodes you often see in a grocery or retail store. Unlike those types of barcodes, which you need a special device to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-microsoft-forms/AdviceSun, 12 Jun 2022 06:01:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Forms is a popular tool for creating forms, surveys, and polls. Microsoft initially created the tool to serve the needs of teachers, writes technology journalist Dave Johnson, but it’s just as powerful for individuals and businesses alike. You can use it to share templates, individual ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-reporting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-reporting/AdviceSun, 12 Jun 2022 05:47:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Why do you want to work for this company? Is there any reason you wouldn’t consider taking this role? Do you have the right work-life balance at this organization? What motivates you at work each day? Where do you see yourself in the next three years? How can we support your career...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 10 Jun 2022 06:20:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Survey questions about attendance logistics Survey questions about programming Survey questions about faith Survey questions about donations In business, serving your customers well means getting to know their requirements, challenges, values, and goals. This is also true for religi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/religion-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/religion-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 10 Jun 2022 06:12:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Word is an excellent option for editing and revising documents, since its “Track Changes” and comment features make it easy to highlight revisions and leave notes for others. But if your document includes photos or other images, leaving specific feedback on those elements gets a little mo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-annotate-a-picture-in-word/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-annotate-a-picture-in-word/IndustriesThu, 09 Jun 2022 11:22:46 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that the number of purchases made online is increasing. The total revenue from online retail shopping in the United States is projected to reach $1.3 trillion by 2025 which means if you’re a retailer who isn’t competing in the online shopping industry, you’re missing out. And sho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-selling-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-selling-app/AdviceThu, 09 Jun 2022 08:29:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Cultivating and nurturing relationships is crucial to running a successful business. As a business goes from solopreneurship to having one, five, and more employees, managing relationships becomes more complex. Without a stable way to manage customer relationships, a business will likely lose leads...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sendinblue-update-contact/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sendinblue-update-contact/AdviceWed, 08 Jun 2022 11:58:18 +0000<![CDATA[ More schools than ever are using cloud-based applications in the classroom. These tools are a fantastic way to improve the learning experience for both students and teachers. But with each platform requiring a different login, password management can become a real headache. The solution is to us...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/single-sign-on-for-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/single-sign-on-for-education/IndustriesMon, 06 Jun 2022 10:56:26 +0000<![CDATA[ No teacher has all the answers, especially when it comes to improving their performance. In that regard, teachers have almost as much to learn from their students as their students do from them. While regular appraisals by colleagues, principals, and superintendents can be helpful to identify ar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-survey-questions/IndustriesMon, 06 Jun 2022 10:15:40 +0000<![CDATA[ While performance reviews are often nerve-racking for employees, they can be incredibly insightful for managers, providing a deeper understanding of each employee and their overall job performance and skill development. And since they can deliver constructive feedback for both employees and manager...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-review-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-review-questions/AdviceFri, 03 Jun 2022 06:23:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Nonprofit organizations do important work for their communities, providing support, and resources to those who need help. However, the operational aspects of running a nonprofit can be challenging, which is why it’s vital to ask stakeholders for feedback in order to ensure your organization and its...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-survey-questions/IndustriesFri, 03 Jun 2022 06:13:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Use intuitive online ordering tools Make payment collection easy Promote online ordering Check your order form responses For many people, ordering takeout is one of the highlights of their day. After a long day of work, it’s rewarding to be able to get dinner from their favorite restaur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/facebook-food-ordering/https://www.jotform.com/blog/facebook-food-ordering/AdviceThu, 02 Jun 2022 06:05:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Typeform Cognito Forms Google Forms Paperform is a convenient online form builder that’s designed for small businesses. The platform can help you create clean, professional forms even if you don’t have a technology background. Its customizable templates make creating forms e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperform-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperform-alternatives/AdviceWed, 01 Jun 2022 11:47:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Integrate Jotform with Discord Integrate Slack with Discord Integrate Google Docs with Discord If you work in an office, you likely use more than one digital tool, which can make it hard to keep up with all the information critical to your job. Businesses need to ensure they’re comm...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-trigger-discord-messages-from-other-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-trigger-discord-messages-from-other-tools/AdviceWed, 01 Jun 2022 08:26:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Managing an organization’s technology stack can be challenging. In addition to looking for solutions that deliver a great user experience and play nicely with existing systems, you need to ensure that anything you implement complies with all the regulations applicable to the data you manage and the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-it-administrators-love-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-it-administrators-love-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 31 May 2022 13:50:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Let’s say you just joined a major enterprise as an IT administrator or a security professional, and you found out your company is already using Jotform. Great! You’ve joined a company of smart individuals who know that Jotform can automate their busywork. Jotform’s no-code form builder is incred...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-enterprise-improve-company-security/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-enterprise-improve-company-security/EnterpriseTue, 31 May 2022 13:41:25 +0000<![CDATA[ CiviLaw.Tech uses Jotform Enterprise to bridge the justice gap and save lives by helping people suffering from domestic abuse, sexual assault, and sexual harassment seek protection via the court system. When the courts requested help to streamline the protection order filing process, CiviLaw.Tec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-civilaw-tech/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-civilaw-tech/Customer StoriesTue, 31 May 2022 13:38:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Southwest Airlines founder Herb Kelleher reportedly used to say: “If you rest on your laurels, you’ll get a thorn in your butt!” It’s a cheeky way to capture his and his company’s commitment to never settling and to continually improving the customer experience. It’s a commitment that starts with l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-listening-to-our-users-inspired-us-to-develop-our-latest-product/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-listening-to-our-users-inspired-us-to-develop-our-latest-product/BackstageTue, 31 May 2022 12:06:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sogolytics (Formerly SoGoSurvey) Qualtrics SurveyMonkey Key Survey SurveyLab Typeform Google Forms HubSpot Communicating with customers is the cornerstone of your business. Part of that is providing effective customer service. If someone has a problem, you need to h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualaroo-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualaroo-alternatives/AdviceTue, 31 May 2022 11:16:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a dedicated project channel Share relevant information Ask colleagues for feedback directly Keep feedback organized Make final decisions transparent Slack is a powerful communication tool for collaborating on projects, sharing relevant data, and staying in touch with colle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-feedback-that-comes-in-via-slack/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-feedback-that-comes-in-via-slack/AdviceTue, 31 May 2022 10:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As we announce the launch of the brand-new Jotform Store Builder, we’re excited to let you know about the many different ways you can use to collect payments with your Jotform store.  As a primer, a payment gateway allows your business to take credit card or mobile payments online or in per...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-gateways-in-jotform-store-builder/https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-gateways-in-jotform-store-builder/IndustriesTue, 31 May 2022 07:56:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Put your best foot forward Optimize your layout for mobile and desktop Make purchasing easy, and don’t stop Engage via social media Stay up to date A well-run brick-and-mortar business can become an ingrained, trusted part of a community. Genuine, face-to-face connections are pow...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-to-create-a-mobile-store/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-to-create-a-mobile-store/IndustriesTue, 31 May 2022 07:55:41 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/r8ahBRM0a4I?list=PLPsiQt6a8YQkUckgFtgqXrLtq3IKxCB6Y Almost two-thirds of the Jotform Apps that Jotform users have created are for organizations that accept money for something. To better support your restaurants, stores, nonprofits, and other small businesses, we’ve designed J...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-store-builder-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-store-builder-webinar/IndustriesTue, 31 May 2022 07:54:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform is thrilled to introduce our Jotform Shopping Cart plug-in in conjunction with Jotform Store Builder. With this plug-in, you can swiftly embed your online store into your WordPress site and transform your website into an e-commerce marketplace.  Your store will operate in multiple f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-shopping-cart-plug-in/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-shopping-cart-plug-in/IndustriesTue, 31 May 2022 07:53:33 +0000<![CDATA[ It can be tough out there for organizations today. You have to deal with the challenges of an evolving work landscape. You need to recruit and retain talented workers. You have to navigate a once-in-a-century pandemic. And you have to determine the best way to provide easy and accessible tran...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-store-builder/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-store-builder/IndustriesTue, 31 May 2022 07:51:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Access the Google form Click the Send button Click the button to display Embed HTML Click the embed code, then click Copy Navigate to your course Materials page Click Add Materials Click Add Page Click the Switch to HTML View button Paste the embed code Click Create ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-google-form-to-schoology/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-google-form-to-schoology/AdviceMon, 30 May 2022 11:25:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Say you want some feedback on a presentation you gave, or maybe you’re looking to get a few RSVPs for your housewarming party. Creating an online form is a great way to gather responses. But what if you need to share those responses easily with others? If the form is business-related, you may...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/group-notification-for-form-submission/https://www.jotform.com/blog/group-notification-for-form-submission/AdviceFri, 27 May 2022 07:29:54 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s inevitable that employees will leave your organization. When they do, they obviously take their knowledge and skills with them, but they may also take your company data. Brian Schrader, president at legal information management company Business Intelligence Associates, explains that while s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/protecting-corporate-data-when-an-employee-leaves/https://www.jotform.com/blog/protecting-corporate-data-when-an-employee-leaves/AdviceFri, 27 May 2022 06:51:50 +0000<![CDATA[ The guest enters the restaurant, and the host shows them The host points out the QR code on the table and provides a brief explanation The guest scans the QR code The guest places their order through the menu app or with the server The guest uses the menu app to pay for their food ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactless-menu/https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactless-menu/AdviceThu, 26 May 2022 06:07:26 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to the paperless movement, it’s vital for governments to lead the way. The United Nations has described climate change as the defining crisis of our times, and paper manufacturing is a huge contributor to the emissions that cause it. Government offices can’t urge citizens and corporat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-government/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-government/AdviceThu, 26 May 2022 05:29:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Cap the number of survey respondents Set a survey deadline Close the collectors A survey is one of the most powerful tools you can use to collect consumer feedback, regardless of your business or industry. Surveys are a convenient, cost-effective, and objective way to help you gather i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-close-a-survey-on-surveymonkey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-close-a-survey-on-surveymonkey/AdviceWed, 25 May 2022 12:11:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Hogeschool van Amsterdam (Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences) provides technical training, educational programs, and access to many research opportunities. Using Jotform Enterprise, the institution has created custom experiences to welcome, admit, and manage students of its various programs a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-amsterdam-university-of-applied-sciences/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-study-amsterdam-university-of-applied-sciences/Customer StoriesTue, 24 May 2022 11:05:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Determine your niche and USP Decide on your business structure Write a business plan Find the right e-commerce platform Choose your business name and domain Create your team Make it official Find a supplier Develop your branding Build your website Launch your busines...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-clothing-store-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-clothing-store-online/AdviceMon, 23 May 2022 13:08:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigate to the Customize tab Click Add form to create, edit, and share your form Add a name, email address, or additional questions You can customize your form Preview the form by clicking View Form Click the Copy link button Whether your business is a small startup, a large ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-forms-in-asana/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-forms-in-asana/AdviceMon, 23 May 2022 12:24:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Decide what information you need from leads The balance between quantity vs quality Find the optimal lead generation form Stick the landing (page) Adapt your strategy based on analytics Sales leads have been the lifeblood of marketing since the days of door-to-door salesmen. But in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-capture-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-capture-page/AdviceFri, 20 May 2022 07:39:52 +0000<![CDATA[ We all do some form of task management every day. In fact, each time you come home and decide to do a load of laundry and leave the dishes for tomorrow, you’re managing your tasks. Formal task management is a basic concept expanded for use at scale. Done correctly, it can increase your productiv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/task-management/https://www.jotform.com/task-management/GuidesFri, 20 May 2022 06:26:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Log into the Shopify admin panel and go to Online Store and Themes Click Actions Click Edit languages Use the Search translations box Go to the Powered by Shopify box and delete the text If you have an “Opening Soon” page, you’ll need to repeat the previous step Click Save Click On...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-remove-powered-by-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-remove-powered-by-shopify/AdviceFri, 20 May 2022 05:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Think about the investment it will take Do market research Decide on your target countries Choose an online marketplace Plan for shipping challenges Choose the right payment processor Develop your international policies and prices Revise your marketing Focus on compliance Finis...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-internationally-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-internationally-online/AdviceThu, 19 May 2022 07:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re creating an e-commerce website, a smooth and easy checkout experience is a key factor in driving sales. WordPress is an excellent, versatile website-building platform to use for e-commerce, and it pairs easily with many payment gateways, including PayPal. If you choose to use PayPal to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-form-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-form-wordpress/AdviceWed, 18 May 2022 07:15:45 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever created or completed a survey or signup form, there’s a good chance you’ve encountered both checkboxes and radio buttons, as they’re both ways to make selections. And though they’re similar in some ways, they’re different in others including their appearance and their uses. Check...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/checkboxes-vs-radio-buttons/https://www.jotform.com/blog/checkboxes-vs-radio-buttons/AdviceWed, 18 May 2022 06:51:02 +0000<![CDATA[ “What makes you different from your competition?” In the widely popular show “Shark Tank,” aspiring entrepreneurs stand in front of a panel of investors, pitching their business models with the hope of landing funding for their ideas. The above question is almost always asked of them. Why you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-out-whether-your-business-idea-is-viable/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-out-whether-your-business-idea-is-viable/BackstageTue, 17 May 2022 10:38:17 +0000<![CDATA[ How satisfied were you with the workshop? Would you attend this workshop in the future? What was your level of satisfaction with each phase of the workshop? What did you think of the workshop speakers? What topics would you like to see covered in future workshops? After you’ve co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workshop-evaluation-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workshop-evaluation-questions/AdviceTue, 17 May 2022 06:02:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Send your survey via email Craft an interesting subject line Appeal to your respondents’ motivations Respect their time Use software to create your survey One of the best ways to collect valuable, insightful feedback about your business whether it’s internally from your employees or e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-ask-someone-to-fill-out-a-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-ask-someone-to-fill-out-a-survey/AdviceTue, 17 May 2022 05:54:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Directly edit a PDF with a PDF editor Use software like Jotform Sign to digitally add signature fields Convert and edit a PDF with Jotform Smart PDF Forms PDFs offer many advantages in the business world. They’re an effective way to protect your content and formatting, so you can send ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/edit-pdf-form-fields/https://www.jotform.com/blog/edit-pdf-form-fields/AdviceFri, 13 May 2022 07:51:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Process documentation, as the name suggests, is all about writing down the steps within a process. It can include visualizations, such as images and flowcharts, in addition to details about the departments, people, and resources involved in a process. Organizations often go to great lengths to d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/process-documentation/https://www.jotform.com/process-documentation/GuidesWed, 11 May 2022 06:47:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Regardless of the medical setting whether it’s a doctor’s office, hospital, or other healthcare facility capturing patient data is a critical part of the healthcare process. Patients typically fill out surveys and questionnaires to provide medical professionals with more background on their healt...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/health-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/health-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 11 May 2022 06:28:10 +0000<![CDATA[ CampMinder CampBrain Regpack UltraCamp CircuiTree Jotform It’s summertime, and kids have the chance to get outside and reconnect with friends they might’ve missed over the past two years. If you run a camp and you’re looking for reliable camp software, you may be familiar with...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/campwise-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/campwise-alternatives/IndustriesTue, 10 May 2022 06:43:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Create your form Generate a URL link for the form Turn that link into a QR code Display the code where attendees can see it Collect and manage your attendance data Interactive step-by-step tutorial Taking attendance is a necessary but time-consuming task, whether it’s for an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/qr-attendance-tracking-with-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/qr-attendance-tracking-with-google-forms/AdviceTue, 10 May 2022 05:37:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveying your email subscribers is an effective way to learn more about their preferences, giving you insights that can help you improve your marketing messages and product offerings. Through survey questions, you can gather data about your subscribers so you can engage with them more effectively....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/aweber-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/aweber-survey/AdviceTue, 10 May 2022 05:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ ApproveMe Jotform Sign WP Online Contract Gravity Forms Signature Formidable Forms Signature ARForms Signature Addon Digital Signatures for NEX-Forms Contact Form 7 Signature Addon You can do just about anything with the website platform WordPress. And once you get start...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/signature-plugin-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/signature-plugin-wordpress/AdviceMon, 09 May 2022 11:32:19 +0000<![CDATA[ WP Event Manager The Events Calendar Jotform WooCommerce Event Manager Event Monster When you’re planning an event, you need an event website that’s professional, engaging, and offers a nice user experience. WordPress websites provide all of those features and more, making the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-registration-plugin-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-registration-plugin-wordpress/AdviceMon, 09 May 2022 11:17:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Anytime you provide a product or service, you need feedback from your customers to determine how successfully you or your organization met their needs. This data is invaluable for organizations that want to continually improve their customer experience. Using customer satisfaction email surveys is ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-satisfaction-survey-email-template/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-satisfaction-survey-email-template/IndustriesFri, 06 May 2022 11:54:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Set a standard level of stock Maintain safety stock Monitor supplier lead times Forecast demand cycles Pay attention to consumer trends Use inventory management tools Nobody wants to see the words “out of stock” when they’ve found the perfect item online. It’s disappointing for c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-avoid-stockouts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-avoid-stockouts/AdviceFri, 06 May 2022 08:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ To allow your website visitors to register for events, webinars, monthly newsletters, and much more, you need a registration form. If you want to create a registration form without a plug-in, you’ll have to use a solution beyond just your WordPress theme. We’ll discuss why you might want to incl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-registration-form-in-wordpress-without-a-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-registration-form-in-wordpress-without-a-plugin/AdviceThu, 05 May 2022 12:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ UpdraftPlus Jotform Online Forms Constant Contact Envira Gallery Sucuri Security Catch Infinite Scroll WPForms Cloudflare If you own a WordPress website, you’ve probably heard of Jetpack. This popular WordPress tool adds multiple features to your site all with a single ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jetpack-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jetpack-alternatives/AdviceWed, 04 May 2022 13:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Landing pages are an essential part of generating leads for your organization, but if you’re sticking with a basic landing page design, important opportunities are passing you by. One way to get more out of a landing page is to add a survey to it. Surveys serve multiple purposes and ensure you get ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-page-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-page-survey/AdviceWed, 04 May 2022 13:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you conducted any business remotely in the past couple of years, you became familiar with video-conferencing software. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, these tools were mostly used for special circumstances, like geographically dispersed companies facilitating cross-country conversations. But once ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-pro-vs-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-pro-vs-business/AdviceWed, 04 May 2022 12:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Blackboard Learn TalentLMS Jotform Seesaw Moodle Google Classroom Canvas by Instructure D2L Brightspace ProProfs LMS NEO Even before COVID-19 revolutionized the education system, cloud-based learning management software (LMS) like Schoology helped provide a more ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/schoology-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/schoology-alternatives/IndustriesWed, 04 May 2022 12:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Templafy eFileCabinet Alfresco SharePoint M-Files As businesses move toward having more distributed workforces, having a way to store, track, and access your documents remotely has never been more important. DocuWare is one of the leaders in this space. The platform places an ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/docuware-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/docuware-alternatives/AdviceTue, 03 May 2022 14:00:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to customer relationship management (CRM) tools, the options are endless, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic drastically changed how goods are sold and purchased. CRM systems are designed to help businesses track and store valuable data, automate processes, view detailed analyt...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pipedrive-web-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pipedrive-web-forms/AdviceMon, 02 May 2022 12:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Creately Jotform Draft Stormboard Quire No matter your industry, you have to consistently improve your communication skills to better work with others. In today’s workplaces, that means excelling in digital communication. Digital communication tools put collaborators on the sa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/visual-collaboration-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/visual-collaboration-tools/AdviceThu, 28 Apr 2022 13:37:56 +0000<![CDATA[ After managing event registration and student onboarding with a single Jotform account, Pasadena City College upgraded to Jotform Enterprise to create a campus-wide data solution for all staff. Pasadena City College is renowned for its Pathways First Year Experience program that supports up to 6...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-powers-pasadena-city-college/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-powers-pasadena-city-college/Customer StoriesThu, 28 Apr 2022 13:24:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Weddings are a time to celebrate love and family, but they can also be a time of great stress especially if you’re the one planning the big event. Whether you’re coordinating your own wedding or you plan weddings professionally, you know how difficult it can be to get on-time RSVPs from guests. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wedding-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wedding-qr-code/AdviceThu, 28 Apr 2022 13:09:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Launching a new product or service can be an exciting venture for an organization. Newness breeds excitement unless that excitement isn’t matched by the market you hope to serve. That’s why it’s a good idea to do your due diligence and conduct market research before committing to an expansive (and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/concept-testing-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/concept-testing-survey-questions/AdviceThu, 28 Apr 2022 12:34:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Learn all the features and functionality of Jotform Enterprise in just 25 minutes! This video tutorial covers everything you need to know, from logging in and building your first form to managing users from the Admin Console. https://youtu.be/tI6Amwg-ito Create a digital workspace that enc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/become-a-jotform-enterprise-expert/https://www.jotform.com/blog/become-a-jotform-enterprise-expert/EnterpriseThu, 28 Apr 2022 11:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As Jotform’s products continue to evolve, we thought it would be helpful to provide an overview of products designed to support work in mobile environments. Here’s a quick rundown of Jotform White-Labeled Apps, Jotform Apps, and Jotform Mobile Forms. Jotform White-Labeled App What is Jotform ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-mobile-forms-enterprise-mobile-overview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-mobile-forms-enterprise-mobile-overview/EnterpriseThu, 28 Apr 2022 11:01:46 +0000<![CDATA[ FreshBooks Jotform QuickBooks Wave Financial Xero Sage 50cloud For small business owners, keeping careful track of finances is critical. Beyond profit, your priorities are to make sure you cover expenses and process payroll in a timely manner. Whether you’re just starting out ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bookkeeping-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bookkeeping-software/AdviceWed, 27 Apr 2022 07:23:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a Google form Set up the scheduling fields Eliminate choices for time slots Interactive step-by-step tutorial When a client or customer needs to schedule an appointment with you, it’s easier to let them choose an available time slot, as opposed to sending endless emails bac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-for-scheduling/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-for-scheduling/AdviceWed, 27 Apr 2022 07:22:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Log into your Constant Contact account Click on the Campaigns tab Click the Create button Select the Survey Pages option Click on the survey name field Click the Survey Page Settings option Edit the Survey Page Title Edit the Survey Page Description Edit your survey expira...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/constant-contact-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/constant-contact-survey/AdviceWed, 27 Apr 2022 06:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Zendesk Integrify Jira Service Management Solarwinds Web Help Desk Tracking, handling, and then evaluating management requests can be a challenge, especially when you’re working with a large team and multiple request sources. Effective request management is essential for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/request-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/request-management-software/AdviceWed, 27 Apr 2022 06:39:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Promoting your brand through social media takes a lot more than just pressing the right buttons on your platforms of choice. It takes a thorough understanding of third-party apps that can bring your social media engagement to a new level of functionality. Some of the most helpful third-party app...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactinbio-vs-linktree/https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactinbio-vs-linktree/AdviceWed, 27 Apr 2022 06:35:00 +0000<![CDATA[ To stay competitive, organizations have to regularly adjust how they run and maintain their businesses. With these changes come innovations in payments and payment processing, which are integral to the day-to-day operations of every sales-based organization. Although Stripe started offering busi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-tutorial/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-tutorial/IndustriesTue, 26 Apr 2022 11:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Data is important at Jotform. We help more than 15 million users accumulate digital stacks of information every day. But what about data that has served its purpose and is no longer needed? It could be a good idea to tidy up your virtual workspace. The human brain responds well to an orderly wor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-auto-delete-submissions-feature/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-auto-delete-submissions-feature/ProductTue, 26 Apr 2022 11:02:56 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re very excited about the new integrations we’re announcing this month, and we hope you are too! If you’re interested in finding out more about any or all of them, we’ve hosted a series of integrations snack break webinars throughout May. In the below sessions you’ll learn everything you need ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/may-snack-break-webinars-and-more/https://www.jotform.com/blog/may-snack-break-webinars-and-more/ProductTue, 26 Apr 2022 11:02:38 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to work, the “p-word” (of course we mean productivity) is the gold standard. With today’s distributed workforces and the need to help knowledge workers get work done faster, software and tools that improve productivity are everywhere. If you look across the landscape of producti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-clickup-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-clickup-integration/ProductTue, 26 Apr 2022 10:47:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform’s Apple Pay & Google Pay feature puts both mobile wallets on center stage, spotlight included. This tool is now available as a standalone form element that combines the power of Apple and Google into one package. Apple Pay and Google Pay were already options when you chose certain pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/announcing-apple-pay-and-google-pay-package/https://www.jotform.com/announcing-apple-pay-and-google-pay-package/IndustriesTue, 26 Apr 2022 10:40:13 +0000<![CDATA[ A well-designed survey sets the foundation you need to collect accurate responses and gain actionable insights. But a survey is only as good as the questions it asks. Poorly written, vague, or confusing questions can impact the quality of the answers a survey receives. Designing an effective sur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-good-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-good-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 25 Apr 2022 12:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform QuickBooks Commerce Extensiv Order Management (formerly known as Skubana) Zoho Inventory ShipStation HubSpot OrderMS There often comes an exciting yet stressful time when sales for a small business increase to the point where it can no longer manually handle invento...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/order-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/order-management-software/AdviceMon, 25 Apr 2022 11:29:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform has come a long way since our founder and CEO, Aytekin Tank, established the company in 2006. From our start as a basic form building service with only a few employees, we’ve grown to become a powerful automation tool that recently surpassed 20 million users all while remaining fully boots...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/interview-aytekin-tank-automate-your-busywork/https://www.jotform.com/blog/interview-aytekin-tank-automate-your-busywork/BackstageSun, 24 Apr 2022 07:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Forms HubSpot Wufoo Typeform Jotform Whether you’re planning a party or collecting product orders for your business, a great online form builder can help you collect the information you need. There is no shortage of great online form-building tools available that make any ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/forms-on-fire-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/forms-on-fire-alternatives/AdviceFri, 22 Apr 2022 11:28:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Community engagement is one of the most important aspects of any membership-based organization. But you can’t depend on event attendance and enrollment numbers to paint a full picture of your community. Gauging member satisfaction by soliciting feedback is vital to maintaining current numbers an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/membership-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/membership-survey-questions/AdviceThu, 21 Apr 2022 08:24:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Mailchimp Brevo (formerly known as Sendinblue) Constant Contact MailerLite Sender HubSpot Mailchimp may be ubiquitous, well known, and easy to use, but it’s just one of many email marketing services out there. Create your own mobile app and integrate it with these email ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-apps/AdviceThu, 21 Apr 2022 07:39:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Maps Scavenger hunt Artwork information Artist information Virtual tours Feedback Exhibit information Social media Quizzes Extra reading material Event registration Contests Audio tours Surveys Museums often showcase the past and focus on physical media...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-museum/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-museum/AdviceThu, 21 Apr 2022 06:31:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Last month we announced a new integration with Asana that's so seamless you don’t even need to leave Asana to add forms to your workflow. Both Jotform and Asana are designed to streamline your workflows. Now you can take advantage of Jotform’s clean, stylish forms and Asana’s task management option...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/updated-jotform-asana-integration-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/updated-jotform-asana-integration-webinar/ProductTue, 19 Apr 2022 15:53:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Prefilling forms is a great way to help make your clients’ lives easier. It saves them from having to fill in information more than once and gives them a customized experience. Plus, it simplifies and clarifies the form. But there’s another very important reason to prefill forms: People make mis...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-lock-form-fields-with-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-lock-form-fields-with-data/AdviceTue, 19 Apr 2022 13:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Contact forms are the most effective way to collect inquiries and customer information on your WordPress website, but sometimes, you’ll want to add a WordPress contact form without a plug-in. In this article, we’ll explain why you might prefer embedding a contact form without a plug-in and how t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-contact-form-without-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-contact-form-without-plugin/AdviceTue, 19 Apr 2022 07:46:17 +0000<![CDATA[ The trend is undeniable more and more customers use mobile wallets and electronic payments instead of credit cards or cash. According to a recent survey conducted by Mastercard, 79 percent of users globally prefer contactless payments like tap cards or mobile wallets such as Google Pay or Apple Pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-google-pay-in-store/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-google-pay-in-store/AdviceMon, 18 Apr 2022 11:08:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Work is more complicated and moving at a faster pace than ever. If you’re trying to improve productivity in your team or organization, a number of strategies can make life easier for you and your employees and they’re incredibly easy to implement. But which one is right for your organization? ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-vs-agile/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-vs-agile/AdviceFri, 15 Apr 2022 10:52:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Donorbox Jotform Seamless Donations WPForms GiveWP Whether you’re running a nonprofit or crowdfunding for an important cause, your WordPress site can be a valuable way to collect donations. Thanks to WordPress donation plug-ins, you can easily incorporate a donation form into you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/wordpress-donation-plugins/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/wordpress-donation-plugins/IndustriesFri, 15 Apr 2022 06:55:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Launching a website requires making three essential decisions at once: where to host your site, where to purchase a domain, and which content management system (CMS) to use. Your CMS is incredibly important because you’ll use it every day to manage and make changes to your website. Both Squar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/squarespace-vs-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/squarespace-vs-wordpress/AdviceThu, 14 Apr 2022 07:08:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Patient intake Patient discharge Patient transfers Hospital pharmacy Medication processing Medical documentation Emergency room care Hospitals have been under enormous strain in the past couple of years. Dealing with waves of COVID-19 patients has tested the efficiency of ho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospital-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hospital-workflow/IndustriesThu, 14 Apr 2022 06:46:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Sensors activate supermarket doors, travelers collect their boarding passes from computer kiosks, and e-commerce customers discuss order issues with chatbots. These are just a few of the thousands of examples of automation in everyday life. Automation revolutionized the manufacturing and industr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/task-automation/https://www.jotform.com/task-automation/GuidesTue, 12 Apr 2022 10:18:25 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re reading this article, you’ve probably come to a crossroads in your goal to get your team to work more efficiently. Maybe you’ve researched different workflow methodologies and management strategies. Maybe your peers have highly recommended kanban and scrum. Maybe you have two factions in ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-vs-scrum/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-vs-scrum/AdviceMon, 11 Apr 2022 08:40:44 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/qATBILf8gVE?list=PLPsiQt6a8YQkUckgFtgqXrLtq3IKxCB6Y If you want to get people interested in and excited about whatever it is that you’re offering, a landing page is a crucial part of your marketing strategy. Landing pages strike a balance between sharing the basics about you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-on-optimizing-landing-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-on-optimizing-landing-page/AdviceFri, 08 Apr 2022 12:26:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Brand and personalize your NPS survey email Update your email list to remove inactive contacts Ensure your NPS survey email works on mobile phones Don’t annoy your customers Keep it simple and short Test your NPS survey email When it comes to measuring your customers’ satisfac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/nps-survey-email/https://www.jotform.com/blog/nps-survey-email/AdviceFri, 08 Apr 2022 06:31:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the form in Google Forms. Click Settings, then Responses. Toggle all options to the off position. Click the Send button. Choose how you’d like to share your Google Form. Click on the Responses tab to see feedback. Interactive step-by-step tutorial One of the most pop...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-google-form-public/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-a-google-form-public/AdviceFri, 08 Apr 2022 06:05:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Sign into your Google account. Open the form. Click on the three-dot icon and choose Get Add-ons. Search for the formLimiter add-on and install it. Click Allow. Click Done. Close the add-ons window. Click on the dropdown menu and choose date and time. Click Set. Click S...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-time-limit/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-time-limit/AdviceThu, 07 Apr 2022 12:55:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new form Name your new survey and add a description Customize your form Add sections Add questions Preview your form Share your survey Getting the right feedback when you need it can keep your organization moving forward. And surveys can serve all kinds of purposes...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-survey-in-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-survey-in-microsoft-forms/AdviceThu, 07 Apr 2022 11:31:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to the Forms page Click the Overview button Scroll down to JavaScript snippet Copy the universal tracking snippet and paste it into your website’s HTML If you’ve ever filled out a form like a product survey, newsletter signup, or event registration directly on a business’s website,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailerlite-embedded-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailerlite-embedded-form/AdviceThu, 07 Apr 2022 11:14:55 +0000<![CDATA[ For the sixth quarter in a row, G2 has named Jotform number 1 in the Online Form Builder category of its 2022 Spring Report. Users, entrepreneurs, and businesses have once again propelled Jotform to the top of the category because of reviews like this.   It is NOT just a form build...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-spring-report-2022/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-spring-report-2022/ProductWed, 06 Apr 2022 14:53:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform File Upload Types by WPForms WordPress File Upload WP Extra File Types If you have a WordPress website for your business, you probably run into situations where it would be helpful to give site visitors a way to upload files. You might want to allow visitors to upload fil...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-file-upload-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-file-upload-plugin/AdviceWed, 06 Apr 2022 07:31:41 +0000<![CDATA[ WordPress is a very flexible tool, thanks to tons of plug-ins and the ability to create your own. When most people look for a way to add something to their WordPress page, they start by looking at the plug-ins or searching for tools made just for WordPress. Small teams looking to make a few extr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-contact-form-in-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-contact-form-in-wordpress/AdviceTue, 05 Apr 2022 14:39:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Our new Auto-Delete Submissions feature allows you to automatically delete submission data after a certain period of time for either individual forms or all forms in your account. Whether you’re concerned about data security or just trying to eliminate redundancy, this feature can save you the time...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-auto-delete-submissions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/snack-break-webinar-auto-delete-submissions/ProductTue, 05 Apr 2022 13:44:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Trello Energage Peakon Snapchat Yammer Slack Employee apps can serve a multitude of purposes like connecting team members, improving internal communication, ensuring projects are on track, fostering inclusivity, making information more accessible, and more. Whateve...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-employee-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-employee-apps/AdviceTue, 05 Apr 2022 08:28:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform OptinMonster Yoast Rank Math SEO All in One SEO WP-Optimize W3 Total Cache WP Rocket Jetpack CAOS Mouseflow MonsterInsights Askimet UpdraftPlus 99 Robots WooCommerce Sucuri SeedProd MemberPress RafflePress In most cases, your W...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plugins/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wordpress-plugins/AdviceFri, 01 Apr 2022 00:37:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Collect and manage your tax information in an easier way Reduce income tax with specific strategies and deductions Save money with professional help Fine-tune payroll management Stay as organized as possible Use tax software as a backup Leverage available tax credits Keep tra...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-tax-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-tax-tips/AdviceThu, 31 Mar 2022 13:57:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Neve Astra OceanWP Divi GeneratePress When it comes to picking a WordPress theme, photographers are likely to prioritize site design above all else. However, while a photographer’s online portfolio should look good and site design matters, it’s even more important for the site...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-themes-for-photographer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-themes-for-photographer/AdviceThu, 31 Mar 2022 11:25:19 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve attended any of our Jotform webinars, you know that we only ask a few things when you register: your name, your company, your email, and whether you have any questions for our presenters. We also generally close our sessions with some questions from the live audience. Have you ever won...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-faq/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-faq/AdviceWed, 30 Mar 2022 16:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Box Google Drive OneDrive Egnyte Spreadsheets Google Sheets Airtable MySQL SQLite PostgreSQL Evernote Google Contacts No person is an island. People work best when they collaborate. Fortunately, there are more and more tools that help us do that. Even bett...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/integrations-for-managing-collected-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/integrations-for-managing-collected-data/AdviceWed, 30 Mar 2022 11:42:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a Google Form Click on Responses Click on the Google Sheet Icon Click Create Interactive step-by-step tutorial Even before COVID-19 turned the classroom experience on its head, teachers were exploring new digital media to use with their students. Now that students have r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-grade-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-grade-google-forms/IndustriesWed, 30 Mar 2022 10:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to Google Forms and create a new form Click on Settings and toggle on the Make this a quiz switch Go back to the Questions tab to add your quiz questions Add an answer key to each question Add an answer explanation (optional) Interactive step-by-step tutorial It’s officia...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-an-answer-key-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-an-answer-key-in-google-forms/IndustriesWed, 30 Mar 2022 10:34:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Sign into your Google account Create a copy of it by clicking the three dots and selecting Make a Copy Click on the Settings tab Click on the Send button Click on the link icon and copy the form’s link Go to your Seesaw account and the “Post Student Work” page Use the Link butto...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-a-google-form-to-seesaw/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-a-google-form-to-seesaw/IndustriesWed, 30 Mar 2022 10:31:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform White-Labeled Apps combines all the practical functionality of Jotform Mobile Forms with the customization benefits of Enterprise. Now you can publish a completely white-labeled native iOS or Android app to the App Store or Google Play store with a Jotform White-Labeled App. Take advanta...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-the-jotform-white-labeled-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-the-jotform-white-labeled-app/EnterpriseTue, 29 Mar 2022 07:35:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Since its debut, Jotform Mobile Forms has allowed you to conduct business remotely by enabling the vital work of filling out forms on any device. Additionally, Jotform’s mobile app allowed field service managers, healthcare and first aid professionals, utilities workers, and more to collect data of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-mobile-for-teams-on-the-go/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-mobile-for-teams-on-the-go/EnterpriseTue, 29 Mar 2022 07:10:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Since its debut, Jotform Mobile Forms has allowed field service management companies to conduct business remotely on mobile devices, including collecting data both online and offline. In 2017, the Boston Consulting Group estimated that 70 percent of B2B queries would be made on smartphones by 20...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-mobile-field-service-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-mobile-field-service-management/EnterpriseTue, 29 Mar 2022 07:05:33 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re out in the field, the last thing you want to do is deal with an unwieldy clipboard, binder, or notebook to chronicle the data you’re collecting. Whether you’re gathering intake forms, taking an on-the-ground survey, reporting incidents, or performing a safety inspection, you’re worki...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-features-to-help-with-field-service-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-features-to-help-with-field-service-management/EnterpriseTue, 29 Mar 2022 07:04:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer service often gets a bad rap, despite its good intentions. Most of us can recall an experience with customer service that resulted in more frustration than anything else due to long wait times, under-prepared staff, automated responses, or other issues. Here at Jotform, our products are...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-dedicated-customer-support-in-real-time/https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-dedicated-customer-support-in-real-time/EnterpriseTue, 29 Mar 2022 06:59:37 +0000<![CDATA[ White-labeled products are everywhere, but they’re difficult to identify. That’s the point, after all. A white-labeled product or service is created by one company and sold to another, which then places its own logo on the merchandise. This is a proven, efficient way for businesses to sell goods...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-white-label-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-white-label-with-jotform/EnterpriseTue, 29 Mar 2022 06:58:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Design thoughtfully Offer helpful features Spread the word Choose software you can trust When it comes to connecting with a congregation, one of the most important and innovative things churches can do is create a great app. According to one survey, 33 percent of churchgoers found t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-church-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-church-app/AdviceMon, 28 Mar 2022 13:28:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Embed a survey with Jotform Embed a survey with Google Forms Embed a survey with SurveyMonkey Email surveys are an excellent addition to any email marketing strategy. Feedback surveys can help you monitor customer satisfaction, while questionnaires can collect information about consume...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-survey-in-email/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-survey-in-email/AdviceThu, 24 Mar 2022 08:39:53 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm Zoho Pipedrive Keap Insightly HubSpot monday.com Zendesk Sell Streak CRM for Gmail ClickUp When you’re building a successful sales team, you don’t just need customer relationship management (CRM) software to get the job done. You need a method of tracking a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshworks-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshworks-alternative/AdviceThu, 24 Mar 2022 06:22:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to meeting your customers’ needs, surveys are a powerful tool you can use throughout your business growth strategy. The possibilities are virtually endless: You can survey customers about desired new features, to gather feedback after they interact with members of your team, or even t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveys-and-email-marketing-to-gain-insights-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveys-and-email-marketing-to-gain-insights-webinar/ProductWed, 23 Mar 2022 15:00:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Forms is a versatile and easy-to-learn tool. A lot of people use it just because it’s another great free Google product. But it does have some limitations. When Google first introduced Forms, it was one of the only tools around, and no one had firmly established yet what people needed fro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-limit-date-options/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-limit-date-options/Latest ArticlesWed, 23 Mar 2022 07:31:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Though you may not have used cryptocurrency (yet), you’ve probably heard the term before it’s a form of digital payment you can trade for online goods and services for profit. Specifically, it’s an online system that enables secure payments using tokens as its currency.  There are nearly 1...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/nft-requests/https://www.jotform.com/blog/nft-requests/AdviceTue, 22 Mar 2022 06:35:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Interactive step-by-step tutorial Google Forms is a great tool with an extremely low barrier to entry. Anyone with a Google account can get started and create a basic form in minutes. And a few minutes after that, they’ll start to discover its limitations. One of those limitations is a lack...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-columns/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-columns/AdviceMon, 21 Mar 2022 14:22:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Preparation Creation Completion Evaluation Decision-making Nearly every company works with forms in some capacity, whether internally or externally. It’s a time-tested way to easily collect information from employees, customers, suppliers, and other parties. When people see forms...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/forms-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/forms-management/AdviceMon, 21 Mar 2022 05:42:55 +0000<![CDATA[ The Events Calendar Jotform GiveWP Church Content Sermon Manager Slider Revolution Event Tickets Yoast Local SEO Faithlife Reftagger Prayer Engine As the world continues to go digital especially since COVID-19 made social distancing a thing it’s interesting to wa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-church-plug-in/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-church-plug-in/AdviceThu, 17 Mar 2022 10:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you wish you could publish your own fully white-labeled app to support individuals on the go? Watch our webinar to learn about our latest product, Jotform Enterprise Mobile to See the features of Jotform Enterprise Mobile Learn about the various publishing options Explore use cases to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-white-labeled-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-white-labeled-app/EnterpriseThu, 17 Mar 2022 08:41:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Formstack is an industrial-strength productivity tool geared toward large businesses and enterprises. It currently has three main offerings: Forms, Documents, and Sign. You may think that comparing Formstack to Jotform is unfair because Formstack seems to offer much more. But if you dig a bit de...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-vs-formstack/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-vs-formstack/AdviceThu, 17 Mar 2022 07:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether in business, education, or personal scenarios, asking questions is a great way to gain more insight from your target audience. If you want to know how your customers feel about your business or what your students want to learn about most in the next unit, asking your audience questions usin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-vs-surveymonkey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-vs-surveymonkey/AdviceThu, 17 Mar 2022 06:38:00 +0000<![CDATA[ E-checks Credit and debit cards Mobile payments Recurring billing Email invoicing Cryptocurrency If you have a new business venture or are collecting donations for a good cause, you need to know all your options for receiving payments and that includes knowing how to collect ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-money-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-money-online/AdviceWed, 16 Mar 2022 10:50:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Copper HubSpot Keap Insightly Customer relationship management (CRM) software is the MVP of sales tools. Forget sales intelligence, enablement, or analytics tools. If a rep could only choose one tool to use, they’d pick their CRM system without thinking twice. Who can ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pipedrive-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pipedrive-alternatives/AdviceWed, 16 Mar 2022 06:49:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform GoCanvas Zoho Forms Bitrix24 TrueContext (formerly ProntoForms) Fulcrum ProcessMaker Online forms clearly help with tasks that require a lot of data input like gathering contact information, tallying votes, and creating orders, for example. But the best way to real...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-automation-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-automation-software/AdviceFri, 11 Mar 2022 06:57:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Over the course of a week, medical providers likely see countless patients, each with unique health conditions and concerns. A clear understanding of each patient’s health history and symptoms is needed to deliver the highest quality of care, which is why having a detailed patient history is so imp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-take-patient-history/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-take-patient-history/AdviceFri, 11 Mar 2022 05:48:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Our communities are more than just the places where we live. They’re where we work, learn, spend time with friends, play with our kids, and walk our dogs. If you’re interested in learning more about a community, the people in it, and what they think about it, a community survey is a great way to ga...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/community-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/community-survey-questions/AdviceTue, 08 Mar 2022 07:35:50 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re delighted to announce the new Auto-Delete Submissions feature to help you protect sensitive information and enhance the way you maintain submission data collected with Jotform Enterprise. You can now get the same functionality of the Auto-Delete Submissions app within the native Jotform En...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/auto-delete-submissions-feature-for-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/auto-delete-submissions-feature-for-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 08 Mar 2022 04:53:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Prefill 2.0 is here! Hello, faster form submissions and goodbye, barriers to completion. There are many new ways to use Prefill to make the most of your Jotform Enterprise experience. Integrate with Airtable, monday.com, and Pipedrive to seamlessly transfer submission data. Take advantage of new...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-prefill-2-0-for-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-prefill-2-0-for-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 08 Mar 2022 04:32:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Eventbrite Eventzilla Ticketbud HubSpot WildApricot RSVPify Eventleaf Have you ever felt nervous while organizing an event? I sure have. I kept wondering if I reached out to enough people. Who RSVPd? What if nobody showed up at all? Thankfully, event registrat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-registration-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-registration-software/AdviceSun, 06 Mar 2022 14:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems for websites, and it’s a pretty secure platform. But it’s also an open-source tool that anybody can change and alter to meet their needs. If you have a default installation of WordPress with only reputable plugins that’s hosted on a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/secure-forms-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/secure-forms-wordpress/AdviceSat, 05 Mar 2022 08:22:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Workflows Catalytic Fluix nTask Smartsheet When we hear the word automation, we may picture a Jetsons-like office devoid of humans and filled with shiny robots working with perfect precision. But automation isn’t in the far-off future it’s happening now. In 2018, McKi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-automation-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-automation-software/Latest ArticlesThu, 03 Mar 2022 14:53:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Is your email list looking a little short? Are you getting thousands of visits to your website yet only a few hundred people receive your emails? An email opt-in form could be exactly what you need.  Using an email opt-in form is one of the easiest ways to boost email signups on your site a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-email-opt-in-form-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-email-opt-in-form-with-jotform/AdviceThu, 03 Mar 2022 10:59:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you feel like you can’t get through a day without hearing about “no-code”? You’re certainly not alone: These days the terms “no-code” and “low-code” seem to be everywhere you turn, and that’s probably not going to change anytime soon. According to Gartner, low-code developments will make up m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-no-code-low-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-no-code-low-code/ProductWed, 02 Mar 2022 13:18:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Airtable is a great business tool. You can use it to perform amazing feats that elevate your team’s productivity to new heights. You can even use it to plan a party. Actually, that sounds great let’s throw a party. First, we’ll need to invite people. One of the best ways to handle RSVPs whethe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-prefill-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-prefill-form/AdviceWed, 02 Mar 2022 12:14:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform’s Embed Form plug-in Quiz and Survey Master Quiz Maker Quiz Cat HD Quiz Thrive Quiz Builder Quizzes are valuable tools for teachers, marketing departments, and more. Not only can quizzes be fun, but they can also encourage social sharing, generate increased website tra...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quiz-plugins-for-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quiz-plugins-for-wordpress/AdviceWed, 02 Mar 2022 06:46:25 +0000<![CDATA[ His team have gone home for the night. With no one left to manage, he finally sits at his desk and shakes the mouse to revive his monitor. Suddenly, his Outlook Calendar pings a notification; then a second, a third, a fourth, a fifth… It’s catching up to remind him of the series of tasks and mee...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-is-more-about-mind-management-than-time-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-is-more-about-mind-management-than-time-management/BackstageTue, 01 Mar 2022 10:05:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Many business processes require forms, surveys, polls, and quizzes. From onboarding new employees or learning about your customers’ experiences to surveying what your colleagues want for lunch, there’s an unlimited number of use cases for forms.  Online forms can make the workplace more eff...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-vs-powerapps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-vs-powerapps/AdviceTue, 01 Mar 2022 08:03:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Often, trends fade away pretty quickly. They’re here one day, only to be gone the next, leaving you wondering why you spent so much money and time on such silly activities, hairstyles, or clothes. The same is true for many digital marketing trends ever-evolving changes in software and tech alte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailerlite-vs-activecampaign/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailerlite-vs-activecampaign/AdviceTue, 01 Mar 2022 06:54:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Software integrations are like buffet offerings they let you choose from a variety of products without committing to just one. Since no software is perfect for every business (no matter how impressive it is), integrations help you add additional capabilities while keeping different parts of your o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailerlite-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailerlite-shopify/AdviceMon, 28 Feb 2022 11:38:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Sometimes, you have to make unplanned business decisions on the fly. No matter how well-thought-out your business processes are, you’ll always need to leave a little wiggle room for the unexpected. In those cases, traditional business process management (BPM) doesn’t cut it. In this article, we’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-bpm/https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-bpm/AdviceMon, 28 Feb 2022 11:30:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Start by adding a question Choose Response validation Select the Matches option Type in the password for the form exactly Don’t forget to require a response Restrict access to the rest of the document Interactive step-by-step tutorial Setting up a password to limit access...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/password-protect-google-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/password-protect-google-form/AdviceMon, 28 Feb 2022 10:52:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether it’s a mega-corporation like Walmart or a government department like Health and Human Services, most organizations use surveys to gather feedback from customers and employees or to conduct market research. However, the effectiveness of these surveys is as varied as the organizations they co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-question/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-question/AdviceMon, 28 Feb 2022 07:40:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Multilingual capabilities Branching logic Anonymous submissions Customized thank-you messages External user accessibility Collecting reliable data is essential to every industry. From tech to education, retail to hospitality, data helps organizations make better decisions. Conduc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-features/AdviceSun, 27 Feb 2022 10:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Neve Astra Airi Sydney Hestia You might be surprised to hear that our roundup of the best free WordPress themes for businesses isn’t based on design or appearance. Instead, we focused on speed, the most important factor for site performance. Speed influences everything from how man...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-free-wordpress-themes-for-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-free-wordpress-themes-for-business/AdviceFri, 25 Feb 2022 11:06:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Interactive step-by-step tutorial There are a few reasons why you may want to add a Google Form to a Facebook page. Say you create a fan page for a band you like. When the page increases in popularity, you decide to create an official fan club with newsletters, exclusive content, and other sub...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/add-google-form-to-facebook-page/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/add-google-form-to-facebook-page/AdviceFri, 25 Feb 2022 06:41:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In her TED Talk “Why some of us don’t have one true calling,” Emilie Wapnick explores what it means to be a generalist in a society that values specialists.  She recognized certain traits in herself and others, like having many varied interests and a tendency to try out different careers. B...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-membership-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-membership-website/AdviceFri, 25 Feb 2022 06:04:39 +0000<![CDATA[ If you need to gather data, one of the best ways to do it is with online forms, surveys, polls, and quizzes. Using an online form-building tool, you can create custom forms with different types of questions, such as multiple choice, rating scale, or open-ended text. Two leading form builders are...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-vs-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-vs-google-forms/AdviceThu, 24 Feb 2022 13:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Click the three dots in the bottom right of the questions, select More settings for question. Click Add branching. On the Branching options page, add in your branching logic. Add additional branches to the form on any question by repeating steps 1 and 2. Once you have completed adding t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-branching/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-forms-branching/AdviceThu, 24 Feb 2022 12:29:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Relying on gut feelings to make decisions in life isn’t always unreasonable. For example, should you take that job offer or not? What your gut tells you is probably important. However, many decisions benefit from an evaluation of factual information or data. Take these situations: In business s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-microsoft-forms/GuidesThu, 24 Feb 2022 12:25:00 +0000<![CDATA[ QuickBooks Online Square Shopify RUN Powered by ADPm Expensify Evernote Zoom Most of us use mobile apps regularly in our daily lives, whether we’re really conscious of that or not. Anytime you unlock your smartphone and tap an icon, you’re usually taken to an app whether y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/corporate-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/corporate-app/AdviceThu, 24 Feb 2022 12:13:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Interactive step-by-step tutorial Google Forms is a convenient way to collect information, whether it’s for an application, new client intake, or nearly anything else. With Google Forms, you can create a customized form that others can complete digitally, making for a streamlined workflow and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-upload-button-in-google-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-add-upload-button-in-google-form/AdviceThu, 24 Feb 2022 11:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ You hear the alarm go off and within seconds, you’re scrambling for your phone. You open one eye just enough to press snooze and notice it’s still dark outside. Your legs feel heavy and your headaches from the brutal sound of the alarm. Not today, you think. I don’t want to go to work toda...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/understand-why-youre-helpful-to-feel-enthused-by-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/understand-why-youre-helpful-to-feel-enthused-by-work/BackstageThu, 24 Feb 2022 07:29:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new form by clicking the New button You can change the title by clicking on it. Click Add question button to add questions. Click Preview button to see what the form will look like for users. Once you've collected daha with your form, the Responses tab offers quick visualiza...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-microsoft-forms-to-collect-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-microsoft-forms-to-collect-data/AdviceThu, 24 Feb 2022 06:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Login to your Microsoft account Click "New Quiz" Click "Title" and "Description" fields to give the quiz a name and to add instructions Click "Add New" to create a new question Microsoft Forms is a versatile tool for gathering information in a wide range of settings. While business...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-quiz-in-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-quiz-in-microsoft-forms/AdviceThu, 24 Feb 2022 06:27:00 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the biggest bottlenecks in getting requests approved aside from the approver being absent is missing information. Ideally, you want to give your approvers all the resources they need to say “yea” or “nay” and keep your workflow moving. For efficiency’s sake, that includes request for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-prefill-2-0-in-approval-workflows/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-prefill-2-0-in-approval-workflows/ProductTue, 22 Feb 2022 10:25:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables helps you streamline your workflow by automatically feeding your submitted form data into a ready-made project management workspace. Among other things, Jotform Tables lets you assign and update tasks, collaborate with your team on assignments, and visualize your project data. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/prefill-2-0-for-jotform-tables/https://www.jotform.com/blog/prefill-2-0-for-jotform-tables/ProductTue, 22 Feb 2022 10:25:11 +0000<![CDATA[ With Jotform’s Thank You page, clients and customers receive a subtle, powerful message: Their time and submitted information are valued. This simple gesture positively affects your relationship with those who matter most to your organization. But the best way to say thank you is to make your fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/prefill-2-0-in-thank-you-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/prefill-2-0-in-thank-you-page/ProductTue, 22 Feb 2022 10:24:54 +0000<![CDATA[ We are honored, humbled, and overjoyed to announce that Jotform has won a Golden Kitty Award in the WTF category, plus received a nomination in the No Code category. If that sentence sounds like something out of a weird dream, worry not. You’re awake. The Golden Kitty Awards are Product Hunt’s a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-wins-golden-kitty-award-2021/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-wins-golden-kitty-award-2021/ProductTue, 22 Feb 2022 10:24:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Since last summer, Jotform Prefill has saved form users countless hours by providing form creators with a number of ways to pre-populate data before sending out their forms. It might be an overstatement to say Prefill is saving lives, but it’s absolutely no exaggeration to claim it’s saving the wor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-prefill-2-0-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-prefill-2-0-webinar/ProductTue, 22 Feb 2022 10:23:57 +0000<![CDATA[ The phrase “two is better than one” is familiar to most. But in some cases, the expression doesn’t quite hold up. Especially when it comes to simplifying your work. Take the case of Jotform and Asana: Both are powerful tools for streamlining workflows. But they get even better when they work tog...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-jotform-within-asana-flow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-jotform-within-asana-flow/ProductTue, 22 Feb 2022 10:23:27 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that many people don’t look forward to filling out forms. In fact, studies show that when customers receive a form with fields like name, email, or phone number prefilled, they’re more likely to complete the rest of the form. Prefilling your forms improves the experience for yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pre-populate-forms-with-airtable-monday-com-or-pipedrive-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pre-populate-forms-with-airtable-monday-com-or-pipedrive-data/ProductTue, 22 Feb 2022 10:22:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Fulfillment by Amazon Jotform ShipBob Oracle NetSuite Fishbowl Inventory Building a business is all about developing strong customer relationships early. Those first impressions set the tone for your business and showcase your attention to detail and customer service. One way ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/order-fulfillment-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/order-fulfillment-software/AdviceTue, 22 Feb 2022 07:47:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re creating a course registration form, asking for customer feedback, or quizzing students on the latest lesson, an online form builder makes tasks more manageable. You can gather information from multiple people simultaneously and quickly organize and analyze the data to glean insights...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-vs-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-vs-microsoft-forms/AdviceMon, 21 Feb 2022 14:01:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Analytics and statistics and compliments from your friends and family may give you an idea how well your website is doing. But if you really want to know what people think, you should ask them. There are a number of ways to communicate with visitors to your website, like forums and chat popups...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-contact-page-on-squarespace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-contact-page-on-squarespace/AdviceMon, 21 Feb 2022 07:25:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Sign into Microsoft Forms Click + New Form. Add a title for your form of up to 90 characters. Click + Add New to add a question to the form. Select the type of question you want to use. Choose a Theme Click Share to share your form through a link or QR code or by email. Mi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-microsoft-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-microsoft-form/AdviceSun, 20 Feb 2022 08:04:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting site visitor information Answering FAQs Collecting orders and payments Automating your pick list Collecting customer information Processing refunds and returns Your team members have to complete a ton of tasks for your business to see predictable, steady results. To ke...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecommerce-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecommerce-automation/AdviceFri, 18 Feb 2022 07:31:53 +0000<![CDATA[ The intake process is a routine part of business. Intake processes vary depending on your line of business like when a medical office accepts a new patient, a lawyer evaluates the needs of a prospective client, or an insurance company makes its initial assessment of the coverage needs when a custo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/intake-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/intake-process/AdviceThu, 17 Feb 2022 14:37:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Store Builder ShipStation Klaviyo Missinglettr & Buffer Yotpo The idea of automating a portion of your workload sounds freeing. Imagine all those tasks that you have to perform regularly to run your business suddenly disappearing from your to-do list, taken over by software tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecommerce-automation-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecommerce-automation-tools/AdviceThu, 17 Feb 2022 06:51:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Atlassian’s Jira monday.com Most project managers aren’t satisfied with the systems they have in place to manage their team’s tasks. If you’re struggling to implement an effective system of enterprise task management to increase your team’s productivity, the following list of t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-task-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-task-management/AdviceWed, 16 Feb 2022 11:51:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Infor EAM IFS EAM Asset Panda GoCodes Freshservice Saxo Group Portfolio Manager Organizations in any industry, from manufacturing and construction to healthcare, can optimize the value of each of their assets through asset management. To do so, they need to operate and maintai...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/asset-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/asset-management-software/AdviceWed, 16 Feb 2022 08:20:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Envoy Visitors iLobby Jotform Greetly Sign In App The world is slowly returning to normal, but COVID-19 and social distancing measures continue to loom over daily life especially in brick-and-mortar businesses. Companies are striving to keep their guests and employees safe by im...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/visitor-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/visitor-management-software/AdviceWed, 16 Feb 2022 07:54:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Salesforce Maps SPOTIO Skynamo Repsly Over the past couple decades, sales has evolved from the era of face-to-face outreach and shifted to more digital, inbound methods. As the process moves online, the practice of “inside sales” those acquired by email, phone, or int...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesrabbit-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesrabbit-alternatives/AdviceTue, 15 Feb 2022 13:13:00 +0000<![CDATA[ No matter what type of business you run, your ability to drive sales and revenue depends in part on collecting the email addresses of your potential customers. Just collecting their email address isn’t enough, though. You also need explicit permission to send them marketing communications. For t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-opt-in-form-in-mailchimp/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-opt-in-form-in-mailchimp/AdviceTue, 15 Feb 2022 08:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Plan and prioritize a to-do list Work to a personalized schedule Minimize distractions Avoid multitasking Automate your workflow Are you struggling to take control of your work? Do you find time getting away from you? If you’d rather end each workday satisfied with what you’ve ac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-be-more-productive-at-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-be-more-productive-at-work/AdviceTue, 15 Feb 2022 08:03:57 +0000<![CDATA[ “Building a successful business requires many different things to work well. Culture is, however, the pulse that influences every one of those things.” – Adii Pienaar, founder of Conversio. A strong company culture is something almost every business leader aspires to achieve, but only a few get ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-our-conversational-habits-are-the-key-ingredients-for-a-strong-company-culture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-our-conversational-habits-are-the-key-ingredients-for-a-strong-company-culture/BackstageTue, 15 Feb 2022 07:09:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Even before the cultural and professional reset COVID-19 brought on, many in business were beginning to adopt a different attitude toward effective sales methods. The past year accelerated this even further, making processes even more nimble, more remote, and more digitally driven. As we came ou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/sales-process/https://www.jotform.com/sales-process/Latest ArticlesMon, 14 Feb 2022 10:27:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Finding the right employees for your business is a key element of its success, and carefully crafting your job application form can help narrow down potential candidates. But it’s important to put thought into your application form, not only to ensure that it collects the candidate information that...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/illegal-job-application-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/illegal-job-application-questions/AdviceMon, 14 Feb 2022 07:40:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Link out Use peer-to-peer payment Use Google Workspace add-ons Forms have evolved a lot over the years. In the past, we created forms with checkboxes that required pens and pencils to complete, but now we’re developing complex web pages with a variety of answer options.  As for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/accepting-payment-on-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/accepting-payment-on-google-forms/AdviceFri, 11 Feb 2022 16:08:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Build a basic storefront with Google Forms. Create a spreadsheet from your data. Email totals to users with an automation tool or add-on. Interactive step-by-step tutorial Need a form? With Google Forms, you can create one in minutes. But what if you want to run calculations on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-calculated-fields/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-calculated-fields/AdviceFri, 11 Feb 2022 15:39:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In 1899, economist and sociologist, Thorstein Veblen wrote: “Conspicuous abstention from labor…becomes the conventional mark of superior pecuniary achievement.” In other words, the less you work, the wealthier you must be. It makes sense. The poor can’t afford the luxury of leisure time; th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-workload-transparency-can-eradicate-a-busy-work-culture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-workload-transparency-can-eradicate-a-busy-work-culture/BackstageFri, 11 Feb 2022 06:27:26 +0000<![CDATA[ TurboTax H&R Block TaxAct TaxSlayer Credit Karma Tax Jotform Every year, tax season in the U.S. sends workers and accountants into a weeks-long frenzy. Between February and April, taxpayers scramble to deliver accurate and timely reports to the IRS, hoping to avoid any iss...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-tax-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-tax-software/AdviceFri, 11 Feb 2022 06:15:14 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to business events such as conferences, event planners have 101 responsibilities related to speaker outreach, vendor management, venue coordination, and more. But a key area where some planners drop the ball is event registration. It may seem like a simple, straightforward task, but w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-registration-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-registration-questions/AdviceFri, 11 Feb 2022 05:22:20 +0000<![CDATA[ SimplePractice TheraNest Jotform Power Diary vcita What’s worse than going to the doctor? Going to the doctor and having to fill out heaps and heaps of paperwork in a cold, uncomfortable waiting room before the doctor even examines you. Fortunately, patient intake software li...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/intakeq-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/intakeq-alternative/AdviceFri, 11 Feb 2022 04:48:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re building a website, one of the first decisions to make is actually a bundle of three decisions: where to host your site, where to purchase your domain, and which content management system (CMS) to use. Your choice of CMS is incredibly important. It’s the technology you’ll use to exec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-vs-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-vs-wordpress/AdviceThu, 10 Feb 2022 07:37:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Market research should be a critical part of every organization’s business strategy. It enables businesses to learn more about their target audience, what they look for in a product or service, what’s important to them, and how they want to engage with a business.  When you’re conducting ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-in-market-research/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-in-market-research/AdviceThu, 10 Feb 2022 07:20:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Download repo’s tarball/zip and extract it to your WordPress plug-ins folder Enter your WordPress Administrator panel (http://my-wordpress.url/wp-admin). Click Activate Plugin under the Plugins section. Go to the post/page on your WordPress site where you’d like to embed your store. C...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-shopping-cart-to-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-shopping-cart-to-website/AdviceWed, 09 Feb 2022 15:27:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Here at Jotform our multiple product teams work hard to create innovative new products and features to help you make the most of your forms and form data. These teams create big things pretty regularly like last year's Jotform Apps and Jotform Approvals but between the big releases is a steady fl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/innovations-in-jotform-tables-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/innovations-in-jotform-tables-webinar/AdviceWed, 09 Feb 2022 15:10:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Airtable Jotform Carrd Zapier Bubble Webflow Mailchimp Shopify If your business isn’t using no-code tools yet, you could be missing out on countless opportunities to streamline your workflows, save time, and get the results that your business needs to thrive. No-code ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-code-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-code-tools/AdviceWed, 09 Feb 2022 10:16:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Is your organization making the most of its talent? Watch our webinar to discover how Jotform Enterprise and workflow automation free up more time for your team to make an impact. Explore ways to streamline complex processes. Discover the full potential of Jotform Enterprise to make your organiz...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-organizational-efficiency-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-organizational-efficiency-webinar/EnterpriseMon, 07 Feb 2022 15:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Optimize resources Forecast accurately Ensure compliance Prevent theft and loss Prolong the life of each asset Asset management enables organizations to maximize the value of their assets throughout the different stages of the asset lifecycle. It helps organizations reduce redund...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-asset-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-asset-management/AdviceMon, 07 Feb 2022 11:41:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Odyssey Charter Schools has long been at the forefront of technology, with most of its lesson planning online since the early 2000s. The organization started using Jotform Enterprise in February 2021 to help manage two significant processes: registration and orientation. The benefits have led staff...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/odyssey-charter-schools-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/odyssey-charter-schools-jotform-enterprise/Customer StoriesMon, 07 Feb 2022 08:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ LinkedIn Recruiter indeed Job Search Calendly ZipRecruiter Acquiring talent to run a business is just as important as having a good product and a solid business model. Recruitment may be even more important, since it’s impossible to sustain a successful business without the right peo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruiting-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruiting-app/AdviceMon, 07 Feb 2022 08:38:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Automating key business processes, like the order management process, is an important step to putting your company on a level playing field in the e-commerce space. Whether you’ve already started down the path toward automation or you’ve just now made the decision to shift away from manual order ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/order-management-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/order-management-process/AdviceFri, 04 Feb 2022 12:11:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Todoist TickTick Asana Spike At any given time, employees are juggling a multitude of tasks. Whether it’s managing clients, troubleshooting issues, or launching a new product or service, they have a lot of different things to keep track of. Using a task list app can si...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-list-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-list-app/AdviceFri, 04 Feb 2022 11:22:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Brand refresh is the activities to change the identity of a company. There are many reasons to do this, including targeting new audiences and keeping up with the visual trends. Brand refresh should begin after conducting proper research on the market and audience cannot be conducted without se...]]>https://www.jotform.com/brand-refresh/https://www.jotform.com/brand-refresh/GuidesFri, 04 Feb 2022 07:26:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign Docusign PandaDoc signNow eversign Dropbox Sign (formerly known as HelloSign) Signeasy SignWell, formerly Docsketch, is an electronic signature tool that helps streamline the process of signing legally binding documents. SignWell is a secure platform that works...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signwell-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signwell-alternatives/AdviceThu, 03 Feb 2022 14:35:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Linktree Taplink bio.fm Smart.bio by Tailwind Lnk.Bio Hypage SleekBio by Appsumo Flowpage by Flowcode hoo.be There was a time maybe just 15 years ago when you needed a computer if you wanted to access the internet. And there was a time about 10 year...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/carrd-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/carrd-alternatives/AdviceThu, 03 Feb 2022 14:29:00 +0000<![CDATA[ “More for less” is the mantra of today’s economy, challenging businesses to produce more goods or provide more services with lower overhead. While they are always churning out exciting new products, industries, or innovations, by and large, companies generate more profit by cutting costs. In other ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/lean-management/https://www.jotform.com/lean-management/GuidesThu, 03 Feb 2022 12:37:50 +0000<![CDATA[ How much time does your staff spend on administrative tasks that don’t directly impact your business or customers? According to Templafy, the average office worker sends 40 emails a day. Assuming an eight-hour day, that’s one email every 12 minutes. Imagine how much more productive your emplo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-master-class-organizational-efficiency/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-master-class-organizational-efficiency/EnterpriseThu, 03 Feb 2022 11:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ More than 500,000 new businesses opened over the course of last year alone, even in the midst of the pandemic, according to data from Yelp. To stand out among an ever-expanding entrepreneurial market, you need to be organized, attain and retain core customers, operate efficiently, and build your br...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vcita-vs-acuity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vcita-vs-acuity/AdviceThu, 03 Feb 2022 10:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps: best for easily creating customizable apps from scratch or from templates Zoho Creator: best for building internal app tools for web, iOS, and Android Pega Platform: best for creating enterprise-grade low-code apps Bubble: best for collaborating on apps in real time Nint...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/appian-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/appian-alternatives/AdviceThu, 03 Feb 2022 10:26:40 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s business world, organizations complete all kinds of operations using a set of sequential actions. These processes are the heartbeat of a company, ensuring every aspect of every department runs smoothly. Because processes typically require the participation of many people, teams, and d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/process-improvement/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/process-improvement/GuidesThu, 03 Feb 2022 08:22:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Josh sat down at his desk holding a hot cup of coffee. “Are you sure you want to drink that?” Harriet asked. “It’s 6:00 pm, that would keep me up all night.” “That’s exactly the plan, my friend. Tonight’s going to be a late one. And the same goes for the rest of the week.” “Deadline?” “...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-maintain-team-morale-during-the-busiest-of-work-weeks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-maintain-team-morale-during-the-busiest-of-work-weeks/BackstageWed, 02 Feb 2022 11:51:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Expensify Rydoo Jotform Zoho Expense SAP Concur Owning a business is hard enough without stressing over every cent that comes and goes.  It’s even harder if your company has unclear spending policies, incomplete accounting data, or manual workflow processes that are tedious ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/expense-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/expense-management-software/AdviceTue, 01 Feb 2022 12:25:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Over time, changes in consumer design preferences and in your business can spur you to update your brand. However, once your team decides it’s time to update, it’s important to pause and determine how deep the changes need to go. A brand refresh isn’t as intense as a rebrand and generally involv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-refresh-vs-rebrand/https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-refresh-vs-rebrand/AdviceTue, 01 Feb 2022 08:18:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Enterprise FreshBooks Xero NetSuite Wave Sage 50cloud Accounting Zoho Books AccountEdge Pro Microsoft Dynamics 365 AccountingSuite QuickBooks is widely known as the market leader for accounting and financial software solutions. But sometimes, it’s not the one-size...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quickbooks-enterprise-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quickbooks-enterprise-alternatives/AdviceTue, 01 Feb 2022 04:11:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Filmfreeway World Film Communities Networks (WFCN) Festhome Submittable Shift72 Shortfilmdepot Click for festivals MoviBeta Docfilmdepot FilmFest Platform Whether you’re new to managing film festivals or consider yourself an industry veteran, handling submissions is no ea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/film-festival-submission-sites/https://www.jotform.com/blog/film-festival-submission-sites/AdviceMon, 31 Jan 2022 08:25:46 +0000<![CDATA[ InMoment Qualtrics CustomerXM Adobe Experience Manager Jotform The phrase “the customer is always right” highlights the power dynamic between buyer and seller. Today, that emphasis on the customer has never been stronger, as more and more businesses are implementing customer experie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/getfeedback-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/getfeedback-alternatives/IndustriesMon, 31 Jan 2022 06:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Google Forms Qualtrics Google Classroom Canvas LMS Moodle Teachable  OpenLearning Podia Zoom Class Collaborate Webex Lumio Hapara Classroomscreen Finalsite Enrollment Teachmint PowerSchool Enrollment Being a teacher can be incre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-best-software-for-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-best-software-for-teachers/IndustriesFri, 28 Jan 2022 15:50:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Among the days of the conventional work week, there’s one superstar: Friday. At Jotform, Friday has the usual feel-good vibes, but it’s also special for a reason all our own. That’s when we hold our demo days. Every Friday, Jotformers share weekly progress with their teammates. Demo day has chan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-look-at-jotforms-demo-day/https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-look-at-jotforms-demo-day/BackstageFri, 28 Jan 2022 13:41:27 +0000<![CDATA[ If you compare Formidable Forms vs Gravity Forms to see which one is the greatest WordPress form tool of all time, which would come out on top? Let’s see, shall we? We’ll start by looking at what each tool has to say for itself. According to Gravity Forms, its tool is “the most powerful solution...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/formidable-forms-vs-gravity-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/formidable-forms-vs-gravity-forms/AdviceFri, 28 Jan 2022 10:48:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Linktree Taplink bio.fm Smart.bio by Tailwind Lnk.Bio Hypage SleekBio by AppSumo Flowpage by Flowcode hoo.be about.me Carrd iLink Hype Link Litelink Creating a website is super easy, thanks to tools like Wix and WordPress. But sometimes,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-one-page-website-builders/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-one-page-website-builders/AdviceThu, 27 Jan 2022 18:57:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Looking to learn how to create a budget app? This guide will walk you through the steps to create a budget app from scratch. You’ll discover the necessary features, security measures, and design tips to build a user-friendly and effective tool for financial management. Get ready to turn your app...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-budget-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-budget-app/AdviceThu, 27 Jan 2022 10:48:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Blackbaud Education Management Solutions Jotform PowerSchool SIS Gradelink SIS Ellucian Banner FACTS Student Information System Infinite Campus The COVID-19 pandemic has posed a historic challenge to schools everywhere, prompting them to have to re-engineer almost every asp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-management-systems/https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-management-systems/IndustriesWed, 26 Jan 2022 17:21:43 +0000<![CDATA[ On December 13, 2021, President Biden signed an executive order, Transforming Federal Customer Experience and Service Delivery to Rebuild Trust in Government, which directs federal agencies to put people at the center of everything the government does.  It’s daunting to think of “everything...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-government-customer-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-government-customer-experience/EnterpriseWed, 26 Jan 2022 17:11:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Lack of internal communication Procurement bypass Difficulty tracking contracts Poor supplier relationships Lack of technology Once viewed as purely an administrative function, procurement is being recognized more and more as an integral component of organizational performance o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-challenges/https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-challenges/AdviceWed, 26 Jan 2022 14:58:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Zendesk Jotform SolarWinds Service Desk Jira Service Management Freshservice SysAid Spiceworks BMC Remedy ServiceNow IT Service Management TOPdesk Many modern organizations are heavily dependent on IT services, so finding the right IT service management (ITSM) tool...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/itsm-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/itsm-tools/AdviceTue, 25 Jan 2022 15:30:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps: best for creating highly customizable apps from scratch or templates AppSheet: best for using AI to help build apps Bubble: best for collaborating on apps in real time SAP Build Apps (formerly AppGyver): best for building no-code enterprise-grade apps Clappia: best for b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/glide-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/glide-alternatives/AdviceTue, 25 Jan 2022 10:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ PayFast is one of the most trusted online payment processing platforms in South Africa, used by more than 80,000 businesses, large and small. That’s why we’re excited to announce that Jotform now fully integrates with PayFast, allowing users to seamlessly accept payments directly through their J...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-payfast-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-payfast-integration/IndustriesTue, 25 Jan 2022 07:36:50 +0000<![CDATA[ One billion is an enormous number. At Jotform, that awesome sum now intersects with the foundation of our success. That’s because we’re celebrating 1 billion online form submissions by Jotform users. One billion sheets of paper would stand roughly 72 miles high, tall enough to reach the boundary...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/one-billion-submissions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/one-billion-submissions/BackstageTue, 25 Jan 2022 07:36:29 +0000<![CDATA[ The 21st century has seen lots of technological innovations, but at least one aspect of the business world has remained the same the value of email. As smartphones and social media have seemingly taken over, email marketing has remained powerful, delivering an ROI of $42 for every dollar spent. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-mailerlite-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-mailerlite-integration/ProductTue, 25 Jan 2022 07:35:56 +0000<![CDATA[ As we enter our third year of the COVID-19 pandemic (something none of us imagined we would ever say), there’s no denying that Zoom fatigue and burnout has set in for millions of employees. Despite a record 3.9 percent increase in wages for firms in 2022, an unprecedented number of people are volun...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/brie-grazing-boards-user-spotlight/https://www.jotform.com/blog/brie-grazing-boards-user-spotlight/Customer StoriesTue, 25 Jan 2022 07:35:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Our new Workflows elements enhance your workflow and improve sustainability. Picture it: Your growing nonprofit has business partners, and each new partner you onboard needs to print, sign, and scan an agreement form and send it back to you. Your organization then has to print, sign, scan, an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/approve-and-sign-approval-report-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/approve-and-sign-approval-report-features/ProductTue, 25 Jan 2022 07:34:17 +0000<![CDATA[ With the launch of Jotform Tables in 2020, Jotform provided a new team collaboration workspace to help you manage your data-collection or ad hoc tasks. Since then we’ve been listening to your feedback and implementing tweaks to make Jotform Tables better so the work you do is better in kind. As ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-assign-feature/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-assign-feature/ProductTue, 25 Jan 2022 07:33:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Lead generation is essential to any successful inbound marketing strategy. To improve lead generation and overall marketing optimization efforts, many marketers rely on online forms to collect customer information. However, collecting an abundance of customer data and lead information is cumbers...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-lead-generation-with-the-hubspot-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-lead-generation-with-the-hubspot-integration/AdviceTue, 25 Jan 2022 04:23:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer retention is key to the success of most businesses. By focusing on establishing a strong and consistent customer base, you can maximize profitability and minimize the need to spend countless hours on acquiring new customers. To evaluate whether lost customers are leading to lost revenue...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-calculate-customer-churn/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-calculate-customer-churn/AdviceMon, 24 Jan 2022 14:56:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Campsite.bio Linktree Jotform Apps Leadpages Link in Profile Linkin.bio by Later Milkshake Pallyy Shorby Tap-Bio With their focus on images and video, social media platforms are some of the most effective marketing tools you can use to promote your products and ser...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactinbio-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactinbio-alternatives/AdviceMon, 24 Jan 2022 11:14:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Data must have one heck of a publicist: Whether the latest security breach, the constantly evolving nature of personal data collection, or new rules about how it can be used, data seems to always be in the news. Over the past several years, this constant publicity has made us acutely aware that nea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-data-security/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-data-security/AdviceFri, 21 Jan 2022 16:53:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Project time management means making sure you complete all processes involved in a project on time and in the most efficient way possible. It’s a balance between the resources you have available (like time) and the various deadlines you have to meet. To successfully manage time, project manager...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-time-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-time-management/AdviceFri, 21 Jan 2022 10:51:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand your current policies Choose PO software Design purchase forms Create a PO process workflow Define roles and access Implement and test the system Measure performance If your business uses purchase orders (POs), you should have a PO system. There are many benefits of having...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/po-system-for-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/po-system-for-small-business/AdviceThu, 20 Jan 2022 08:59:06 +0000<![CDATA[ * The content on this web page was compiled in part from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Census and IBM’s 2022 Cost of a Data Breach Report and is provided for informational purposes only. Healthcare records breaches don’t necessarily come just fr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/us-states-with-the-most-hacking-of-healthcare-records/https://www.jotform.com/blog/us-states-with-the-most-hacking-of-healthcare-records/IndustriesThu, 20 Jan 2022 07:31:00 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s a reason behavioral health practitioners swear by electronic health record (EHR) software like TherapyNotes and TheraNest: They’re lifesavers. According to an article in Risk Management and Healthcare Policy, some of the benefits of using an EHR system include improving practice quality,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/therapynotes-vs-theranest/https://www.jotform.com/blog/therapynotes-vs-theranest/IndustriesWed, 19 Jan 2022 12:17:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When a customer places an order, they want a click-it-and-forget-it kind of transaction, which requires a robust order processing system. With such a system, companies can ensure their customers get what they need, when they need it, without any friction. E-commerce is built on this principle a qu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/order-processing/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/order-processing/AdviceTue, 18 Jan 2022 11:26:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Create-a-complete-plan-and-timeline before-you-start Prioritize (and reprioritize) as necessary Revisit and re-evaluate project timelines as you go Be specific about how you want team members to spend their time Keep your scheduling flexible Keep track of workloads across projects ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-manage-multiple-projects/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-manage-multiple-projects/AdviceMon, 17 Jan 2022 14:46:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you looking for a way to let your customers add PDFs, JPGs, or other types of files when they submit a form on your website? File upload forms are handy tools for any website, but they aren’t always the easiest to create especially if you’re a small business owner with limited coding experi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-file-upload-form-in-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-file-upload-form-in-wordpress/AdviceMon, 17 Jan 2022 13:21:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Get social Get personal Set and track goals Provide audiovisual tutorials Get pushy (but not too pushy) Use an app builder The COVID-19 pandemic has done a number on us, affecting the way we work, eat, socialize, parent, shop and exercise. In fact, more than 20 percent of fit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-workout-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-workout-app/AdviceFri, 14 Jan 2022 07:39:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Each year, millions of people give generously to their local communities, whether by volunteering their time and services or by donating food, money, or clothing. In fact, GivingTuesday the global generosity movement that encourages people to commit selfless acts on the Tuesday following Thanksgiv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-write-a-waiver-for-volunteer-work/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-write-a-waiver-for-volunteer-work/AdviceThu, 13 Jan 2022 14:05:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re a professional event planner or an event-planning enthusiast, you probably know that forms are vital to hosting a successful event, as they help you stay organized by gathering essential information from guests. One of the easiest ways to bundle together numerous event forms is to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-event-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-event-app/AdviceThu, 13 Jan 2022 12:15:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Qualtrics SurveyMonkey Sogolytics (Formerly SoGoSurvey) SurveyLab LimeSurvey Responster Google Forms Formidable Forms Typeform At its core, SurveyLegend is a survey tool, but it has so many features now that it’s evolved into an all-in-one form tool. If ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveylegend-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveylegend-alternatives/AdviceThu, 13 Jan 2022 08:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ BambooHR Zoho People RUN Powered by ADP Zenefits When I Work Gusto Homebase There are plenty of options when it comes to human resources management (HRM) software. However, many of the leaders in the market focus more on enterprise organizations, often offering more complex...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hrm-software-for-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hrm-software-for-small-business/AdviceWed, 12 Jan 2022 13:00:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Zenefits Paychex Payroll Services Gusto QuickBooks Payroll Square Payroll Ceridian Dayforce ADP is a market-leading human resource management system, especially when it comes to payroll functionality. It’s an excellent choice for medium to large businesses that have plans to g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adp-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adp-alternatives/Latest ArticlesWed, 12 Jan 2022 08:27:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Box Confluence (by Atlassian) Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) Huddle Igloo Software Source (by IC Thrive) SharePoint is a Goliath in the document management space. More than 85 percent of Fortune 500 companies, including Toyota, Hershey, REI, and more, use SharePoint in so...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sharepoint-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sharepoint-alternatives/AdviceTue, 11 Jan 2022 14:33:25 +0000<![CDATA[ In the year 1999, a simple yet revolutionary software altered the way music was consumed everywhere. Within a few short years, Napster, a cataloguing system that allowed people to share music and see each other’s music collection, changed the way we experienced music forever. Before then, people...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-no-code-movement-helps-you-seize-valuable-learning-opportunities/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-no-code-movement-helps-you-seize-valuable-learning-opportunities/BackstageTue, 11 Jan 2022 09:55:03 +0000<![CDATA[ React Native: best for building cross-platform mobile apps using JavaScript Jotform Apps: best for easily creating custom apps from scratch or templates Bubble: best for collaborating on app development with project branches and merges Mendix: best for using AI tools to build a low-code ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/appgyver-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/appgyver-alternatives/AdviceTue, 11 Jan 2022 08:12:33 +0000<![CDATA[ As a business owner, you know that a customer focus is key to your success. Customers hold all the power through both their wallets and their referrals. So if you want your business to grow, you must make and keep them happy. How? By making their lives easier. You can have the greatest, most va...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/solutionreach-vs-demandforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/solutionreach-vs-demandforce/AdviceTue, 11 Jan 2022 07:17:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in more demand for food delivery, and restaurant owners either had to use one of the existing online food ordering apps or create their own to respond to that demand. While food delivery apps like Uber Eats, GrubHub, and DoorDash have their benefits, developing your o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-food-ordering-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-food-ordering-app/AdviceMon, 10 Jan 2022 10:58:35 +0000<![CDATA[ When COVID-19 began spreading in March 2020, many businesses across the country shut their doors, some for good. Most private medical practices and dental offices only saw emergency patients during this time. But now, you may be wondering how your dental practice can attract and retain patients ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lighthouse-360-vs-solutionreach/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lighthouse-360-vs-solutionreach/AdviceMon, 10 Jan 2022 07:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As a business owner and entrepreneur, you know that leveraging social media is an important marketing technique that can help you build your business. Plus, with so many people active on social media, your social profiles are a natural place to connect with your customers and start conversations wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-whatsapp-link-to-linktree/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-whatsapp-link-to-linktree/AdviceSun, 09 Jan 2022 14:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re interested in building an app, you might turn to a no-code solution like Bubble or Thunkable. Platforms like these are known to make building apps quick, easy, and affordable. But even if you only want to build a simple app or one for your own use, don’t sell these platforms short. The...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/thunkable-vs-bubble/https://www.jotform.com/blog/thunkable-vs-bubble/AdviceFri, 07 Jan 2022 12:09:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Most people think of marketing as a business strategy designed to get new customers through the door to make a purchase. While a lot of marketing is focused on new customer acquisition, there’s also a subset that caters to existing customers. Customer retention marketing is all about appealing t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-retention-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-retention-marketing/IndustriesFri, 07 Jan 2022 10:34:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Dropbox Box Jotform Google One Laptops break down. We lose track of external hard drives. Our local data sometimes ends up corrupted. These are the downsides to storing files and other data locally on our devices. Many people are beginning to realize that cloud storage is a lot m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-upload-files/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-upload-files/AdviceFri, 07 Jan 2022 10:07:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Reducing the cost of customer acquisition Increasing the value of each sale Gaining insight into your customers Building referrals and loyalty Reducing customer churn Implementing customer retention strategies takes time and resources, so why should your business prioritize it? T...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-customer-retention/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-customer-retention/IndustriesThu, 06 Jan 2022 14:07:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Airtable Quickbase Knack AppSheet Appy Pie Ninox Bubble Glide Bravo Studio As the popularity of apps for businesses of all types, sizes, and industries continues to grow, so will the need to be able to develop them. And since software developers aren’t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/caspio-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/caspio-alternatives/AdviceThu, 06 Jan 2022 13:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Automation tools are the holy grail for productivity masters. They’re like macros but for the whole internet. You’ll never find a single tool that will do everything you want. But if you can get multiple tools to work together, you can build the productivity system of your dreams. In this ar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ifttt-vs-zapier-vs-microsoft-power-automate/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ifttt-vs-zapier-vs-microsoft-power-automate/AdviceThu, 06 Jan 2022 12:52:00 +0000<![CDATA[ monday.com Jira Miro ClickUp Scrum Mate Agile Task Board Shortcut Wrike Agile methodology is a structured approach to project management that originated from software engineering. There are two key agile methodology frameworks teams can use for project management: kanban...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sprint-planning-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sprint-planning-tools/AdviceThu, 06 Jan 2022 11:40:27 +0000<![CDATA[ It doesn’t cost anything to make broadcast quality video, all you need is talent. In an interview with The Guardian back in 2012, producer and director, Michael Rosenblum, spoke about how the shrinking costs throughout the media industry were creating a wealth of opportunity: “The tools out t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/more-creative-solutions-without-writing-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/more-creative-solutions-without-writing-code/BackstageThu, 06 Jan 2022 08:53:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Google Forms and create a new form. Click on Settings. Toggle to Make this a quiz. Toggle to Collect email addresses and Limit to one response. Click on the Questions tab to add your questions. Click on Answer Key to add in answers and point values. Click Send to share your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-quiz-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-quiz-in-google-forms/AdviceThu, 06 Jan 2022 07:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Scour your email list Talk to your customers directly Check your social media channels It’s safe to say that all B2C brands can benefit from finding brand ambassadors with engaged social media audiences it’s a reliable strategy for increasing sales. A mountain of research has confi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-brand-ambassadors/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-brand-ambassadors/AdviceWed, 05 Jan 2022 13:40:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Most people are tech-savvy You can save trees Remote teams mean less overhead It’s more secure You can save money on expendable supplies You get faster and simpler communication It shows people you run a forward-thinking business There’s less mail-handling labor There’s le...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-workflow/AdviceWed, 05 Jan 2022 12:14:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Forms have become an integral part of websites. For starters, they encourage users to interact with your business. “Forms not only make your life easier, but they improve the user experience when implemented correctly,” writes the team at the Technology Therapy Group.  Forms also provide...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wpforms-vs-gravity-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wpforms-vs-gravity-forms/AdviceWed, 05 Jan 2022 12:05:00 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s hard to own a business of any size without hearing about the benefits of using QuickBooks. QuickBooks is arguably the most well-known platform for financial management, complete with tools for accounting, inventory, payroll, expense management, budgeting, tax filing, invoicing, bank account tr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quickbooks-online-vs-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quickbooks-online-vs-enterprise/AdviceWed, 05 Jan 2022 11:11:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new form and add question Navigate to the Settings panel. Uncheck Record Name under Who can fill out this form heading. Sometimes it’s important for survey respondents to be anonymous, which is when the anonymous survey feature in Microsoft Forms comes in handy. Microsoft Fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-anonymous-survey-in-microsoft-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-anonymous-survey-in-microsoft-forms/AdviceTue, 04 Jan 2022 12:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ While it seems unthinkable today, before the 15th century, people didn’t have easy access to written knowledge. In fact, the first method of printing came about in Europe in 1440 from German craftsman and inventor, Johannes Gutenberg. According to Britannica, his “printing press was considere...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/with-no-code-a-new-kind-of-citizen-developer-emerges/https://www.jotform.com/blog/with-no-code-a-new-kind-of-citizen-developer-emerges/BackstageTue, 04 Jan 2022 08:45:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Now more than ever, businesses and consumers rely on mobile platforms and experiences to conduct business. Consider these three telling facts from TechCrunch: The app industry experienced a record 218 billion downloads and $143 billion in global consumer spending in 2020. Consumers spent 3.5...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-power-enterprise-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-power-enterprise-business/EnterpriseTue, 04 Jan 2022 08:41:21 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re excited to announce that Jotform Enterprise now includes Jotform Apps, a new no-code app builder with the potential to enhance productivity and security across your organization. With Jotform Apps, you can create secure, on-brand, powerful user experiences. Give employees and customers eas...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-apps-for-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-apps-for-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 04 Jan 2022 06:19:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Discover how One to One Health uses Jotform Enterprise to help companies successfully meet COVID-19 regulations, track vaccination status, and keep businesses moving forward with compassionate care. One to One Health is a workplace healthcare provider delivering primary and acute care to employe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-one-to-one-health-spotlight/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-one-to-one-health-spotlight/Customer StoriesTue, 04 Jan 2022 05:54:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re providing a digital service or selling physical products, your customers expect you to offer consistent quality. You can do this with an effective quality assurance process for all the procedures and systems related to delivering your services or products. Automating the quality a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quality-assurance-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quality-assurance-automation/AdviceMon, 03 Jan 2022 14:25:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Your brand not only represents your business’s identity and purpose it also has intrinsic value. Brands like Apple, Amazon, and Google have values in the hundreds of billions of dollars, based in part on how widely recognizable and respected they are.  While your company may never reach th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/outdated-brands/https://www.jotform.com/blog/outdated-brands/AdviceMon, 03 Jan 2022 10:47:09 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to selling your products or services, a testimonial page is one of the most powerful components you can include on your website. Of course, persuasive copy and detailed use cases have their place, but nothing encourages people to check out your brand more than happy customers singing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-testimonial-page-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-testimonial-page-design/AdviceFri, 31 Dec 2021 07:21:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Engagedly BambooHR Zoho People Kissflow HR Taking a proactive approach to evaluating and measuring employee performance has a direct impact on a company’s overall results. Supporting employees’ individual growth and development boosts the bottom line by making the workforce...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-management-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-management-system/AdviceThu, 30 Dec 2021 14:16:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Some of the first personal computers available to the world were nothing like what we have access to today. Instead, they looked something like this: a text-only interface with no user-friendly drag-and-drop option, and used mainly by universities for research. Think of a glorified typewriter...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-democratizing-software-means-for-non-techies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-democratizing-software-means-for-non-techies/BackstageThu, 30 Dec 2021 10:46:05 +0000<![CDATA[ A well-conceived marketing plan is essential to driving sales, but don’t get lulled into thinking that conceiving and executing the plan are all that matter. Comprehensively tracking the marketing plan after launch is crucial to maximizing your results. As the business adage goes, you can only m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-track-marketing-campaigns/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-track-marketing-campaigns/AdviceThu, 30 Dec 2021 10:40:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Open your sheet and select the cells you want to lock Open the Data menu, and select Protected Sheets and Ranges in the dropdown menu In the Protected Sheets and Ranges pane, enter a description for the actions you’re prohibiting Click the Set Permissions button Click the Restrict who...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-lock-cells-in-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-lock-cells-in-google-sheets/AdviceThu, 30 Dec 2021 07:29:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Everyone updates their appearance from time to time, whether to keep up with current trends, announce a change, or recover from a setback. Sometimes, brands need to do the same thing, which is why you periodically hear about your favorite companies unveiling new logos or creating new taglines. R...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-goes-into-rebranding/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-goes-into-rebranding/AdviceThu, 30 Dec 2021 06:37:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a new Google Form or open an existing one. Click Add section to create a new section. Customize your new section. Click the three-dot icon and select Go to section based on answer. Set which sections will display for each parent question-answer option. Click the eye icon to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/conditional-questions-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/conditional-questions-google-forms/AdviceWed, 29 Dec 2021 13:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Brand ambassadors are a great way to draw positive attention to your business. They’re a team of influencers, reviewers, or maybe just loyal customers who have good things to say about your product. Their task is to spread brand awareness using their own networks and social media. When you’re se...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-ambassador-interview-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-ambassador-interview-questions/AdviceWed, 29 Dec 2021 11:43:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Grab attention above the fold Use a header and subheader Grab attention with imagery Make a single call to action Pave the way with color Remember the three qualities to convey Whether you’re a freelancer or an established business, there are a few key principles to follow whe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-landing-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-landing-page/AdviceWed, 29 Dec 2021 10:40:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Some employees, such as sales or customer-support field staff, have to travel from one place to another during the ordinary course of their work. And that usually means they need a car to get their jobs done. If you’re the boss, you can’t expect them to drive their own cars and bring you receipt...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-does-mileage-reimbursement-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-does-mileage-reimbursement-work/AdviceWed, 29 Dec 2021 07:55:05 +0000<![CDATA[ SignRequest is one of several document signing services. One interesting thing that distinguishes it from the competition is the company’s dedication to the environment. SignRequest promises that for every license purchased, one tree will be planted. This is a nice gesture and it’s in line with...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signrequest-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signrequest-pricing/AdviceWed, 29 Dec 2021 07:43:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Build a website Invest in business software Create digital workflows Invest in marketing Establish a referral program Maintain contact with customers If you have an established local presence for your accounting business, have you thought about the benefits of moving these ser...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/offer-online-tax-preparation-to-my-client/https://www.jotform.com/blog/offer-online-tax-preparation-to-my-client/AdviceTue, 28 Dec 2021 13:45:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Unity is strength. . . when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.Mattie Stepanek, American poet I have a cousin who is my opposite in every sense of the word. Where he enjoys dancing, I enjoy a relaxing few hours with a good book. While he is en...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-power-of-no-code-making-collaboration-seamless/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-power-of-no-code-making-collaboration-seamless/BackstageTue, 28 Dec 2021 11:37:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Collect borrower data online for prequalification Digitize loan packets Streamline borrower communication Make signatures electronic The concept of the loan borrowing capital or other resources and paying it back over time has been around for thousands of years.  The forma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/loan-origination-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/loan-origination-process/AdviceTue, 28 Dec 2021 08:54:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Set clear goals at the executive level Ensure the executive team is modeling goals Invest in performance management training Tie-performance-management-to-organization design Use a solution like Jotform It’s no secret that performance management is an important component of a suc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-performance-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-performance-management/AdviceTue, 28 Dec 2021 07:12:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Tableau Public R SAS Apache Spark RapidMiner Data analytics play a crucial role in the success of forward-thinking, proactive organizations. Leaders need to understand data to make the right decisions for their companies and get the insights they need to ensure future growth. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-analytics-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-analytics-tools/AdviceMon, 27 Dec 2021 15:00:16 +0000<![CDATA[ G2, the world’s largest peer-to-peer review and tech marketplace has named Jotform number 1 in the Online Form Builder category of its 2022 Winter Report. This is the fifth quarter in a row that users, entrepreneurs and businesses have propelled Jotform to the top of the category. G2 releases...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-winter-report-2022/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-g2-winter-report-2022/ProductMon, 27 Dec 2021 14:44:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Improve data collection Ask for feedback Build relationships Be transparent Overdeliver whenever possible One of the major goals for businesses of every size is to increase customer retention. Providing a positive experience for your customers ensures they keep coming back to you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-customer-retention/https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-customer-retention/IndustriesMon, 27 Dec 2021 14:29:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Add a multiple-choice grid Set up rows and columns Configure multiple-choice grid Google Forms options/settings Adding a checkbox grid in Google Forms Use a more intuitive and comprehensive solution: Jotform Interactive step-by-step tutorial People like Google Forms because ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/multiple-choice-grid-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/multiple-choice-grid-google-forms/AdviceMon, 27 Dec 2021 06:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic has sent shockwaves through our working lives, and its impact is showing up in new ways like how workers are reevaluating their lifestyles. In 2018, the number of job seekers who were moving for work dipped to an all-time low. But by October 2020, Upwork estimated that 14 to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/moving-expense-reimbursement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/moving-expense-reimbursement/AdviceFri, 24 Dec 2021 11:35:02 +0000<![CDATA[ No matter what business you’re in, the goal of any sales transaction should always be for both buyer and seller to leave each interaction happy and satisfied.  But to carry out sales effectively, businesses have to build and maintain effective processes. That’s where invoices and purchase o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-vs-invoice/https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-vs-invoice/AdviceFri, 24 Dec 2021 10:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ “Workflow” the sequence of steps to complete a process is a buzzword that’s popping up in business conversations and prompting many people to rethink their organizational systems and tasks. If you feel like there’s never enough time in the day or your team isn’t hitting their goals, it might be t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/office-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/office-workflow/AdviceFri, 24 Dec 2021 06:46:18 +0000<![CDATA[ In a symphony orchestra, perfect harmony is king. Even as the conductor steps away from the podium, each musician understands their role perfectly, and each works together to create the most beautiful music imaginable. Quiet chorale playing isn’t in competition with solo playing. It’s an ensembl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-formula-for-great-company-culture-no-code-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-formula-for-great-company-culture-no-code-software/BackstageThu, 23 Dec 2021 09:31:12 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re planning to invest in document management software, you’ve already taken a big step toward achieving a more organized business with more efficient workflows. The next move is to choose the right solution. There are lots of great software tools available to help you organize, store, and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-document-management-solution/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-document-management-solution/AdviceThu, 23 Dec 2021 07:36:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you looking for ways to connect with people who need your tax services? One way to build relationships is by offering people opportunities to learn something new. Holding free tax webinars is a great way to provide current and potential clients with useful information while demonstrating your e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-tax-webinars/https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-tax-webinars/AdviceThu, 23 Dec 2021 07:24:44 +0000<![CDATA[ The world of corporate management is loaded with jargon, acronyms, and specialized terminology. Some terms are downright opaque, while others are confusing because they sound more similar than they actually are. Two such terms are “business process reengineering” and “continuous improvement,” wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-reengineering-vs-continuous-improvement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-reengineering-vs-continuous-improvement/AdviceThu, 23 Dec 2021 06:38:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Save time Save money Standardize workflow Support customers Maintain compliance Improve records Improve efficiency Minimize errors Spur future growth How much time does your team spend on manual, repetitive tasks? Not only do these activities decrease productivity, but you’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-automation-benefits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-automation-benefits/AdviceWed, 22 Dec 2021 14:56:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Good project management is essential to the success of any business. From the project planning phase of a new initiative or campaign to the completion of a project and the evaluation of your success, your team will need to effectively balance multiple priorities, deadlines, and responsibilities. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wrike-vs-trello/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wrike-vs-trello/AdviceWed, 22 Dec 2021 14:52:00 +0000<![CDATA[ iManage Worldox NetDocuments MyCase LogicalDOC How many hours do you waste looking through paper case files each week? Probably too many. According to the 2020 State of U.S. Small Law Firms survey, which asked more than 400 solo and small firm lawyers about their biggest challeng...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/legal-document-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/legal-document-management-software/AdviceWed, 22 Dec 2021 08:41:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Appcues HoneyBook Pendo Messagely WalkMe Nickelled The right customer onboarding software helps you streamline your processes and improve the overall experience. Without the proper tools, your customer onboarding process may be inconsistent and arduous but software hel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-onboarding-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-onboarding-software/AdviceWed, 22 Dec 2021 08:39:55 +0000<![CDATA[ You weren’t alive back then, but there was a time when you couldn’t buy pre-made packages of pancakes. In fact, the country’s first ready-mix pancake product debuted back in 1889 in Missouri. But before then, you’d have to make them from scratch. Not such a bad deal if you have plenty of time to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-no-code-allows-your-business-to-evolve/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-no-code-allows-your-business-to-evolve/BackstageTue, 21 Dec 2021 09:19:09 +0000<![CDATA[ The last thing people want to think about at the start of a new year is paying their taxes. That’s why, more often than not, the annual deadline creeps up on people. And then they stay up all night struggling to finish them on April 14. Business owners who manage complex income and expense situa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/are-employee-reimbursements-taxable/https://www.jotform.com/blog/are-employee-reimbursements-taxable/AdviceTue, 21 Dec 2021 08:44:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Isaac Newton said it best for every action, there’s an equal and opposite reaction. In your business, it’s your job to make sure these actions and reactions work together to help you accomplish your goals. That’s definitely the case when it comes to a purchase requisition vs a purchase order. I...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-requisition-vs-purchase-order/https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-requisition-vs-purchase-order/AdviceTue, 21 Dec 2021 07:20:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you work in marketing, the events industry, or for a charity or in any other field, for that matter few tools are more useful than a calendar. Unfortunately, most calendars are set to be private or visible only to people within an organization.  But it’s not really effective or ef...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-calendar-to-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-calendar-to-wordpress/AdviceMon, 20 Dec 2021 14:43:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Workflows Negotiatus Free-Procurement Project ProcurementExpress.com ProcureDesk Proqura Pipefy Procurify Fraxion Precoro While running your business, you’ve no doubt realized that the more goals you reach, the more growing pains you experience. Those pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-software/AdviceMon, 20 Dec 2021 14:16:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: Best for customization eLogger: Best for manufacturers Everlance: Best for drivers of any distance eRIS-LOG: Best for sharing images and videos LogBook: Best for simplicity ValGenesis eLog: Best for life sciences Zip ShiftBookg: Best for restaurants and hospitality I...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/electronic-logbook-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/electronic-logbook-software/AdviceFri, 17 Dec 2021 13:59:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Enterprise customers, ever wanted to build an app but didn’t have the technical expertise or resources to make it happen? Then this webinar is for you! Jotform Apps provides a brand-new way for you to create mobile data hubs for internal and external audiences with no coding required. An...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-for-enterprise-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-for-enterprise-webinar/EnterpriseFri, 17 Dec 2021 12:46:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Carrd lets you build beautiful, responsive, one-page websites that can be used for just about anything, from sharing a portfolio to collecting contact information. While Carrd offers a free plan, its paid Pro plans open up a whole world of options to you. For example, this plan allows you to embed ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-jotform-to-carrd/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-jotform-to-carrd/AdviceFri, 17 Dec 2021 11:27:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Say you have this burning business idea that keeps you up at night. You’ve contemplated possible co-founders and how you’d advertise. You’ve dreamt through each action needed to take, jotting down ideas onto napkins. You’re restless and agitated to get started. But you have the following e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-should-launch-a-no-code-startup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-should-launch-a-no-code-startup/BackstageThu, 16 Dec 2021 11:49:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Consider premade templates Ask the right questions Consider the design In this age of the internet, when social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram make billions of dollars on data collection alone, information is power. The more data you have for your business, the more you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-survey-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-survey-app/AdviceThu, 16 Dec 2021 07:37:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Start by collating product data Upload products manually Upload a CSV List products with Jotform There’s never been a better time to list your products for sale online. Whether you’re a retail veteran or novice or you just sell the occasional product on the side listing those p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-list-your-products-on-your-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-list-your-products-on-your-website/AdviceWed, 15 Dec 2021 11:39:27 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re preparing your taxes, you might need to fill out Form 8962. Completing this form online is convenient for many reasons, but you’ll need to know how to best access and edit this PDF. Luckily, there’s a simple way to do it. Why IRS Form 8962 is important If you paid health insurance...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fill-out-form-8962-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fill-out-form-8962-online/AdviceTue, 14 Dec 2021 11:05:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Here at Jotform, we take our widgets seriously. Why else would we have created hundreds of them for our intrepid form builders and app builders to choose from? Odds are, many users will never even know about most of our widgets, and that’s alright some are ultra-specific for that one-in-a-thous...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/image-gallery-whatsapp-button-openstreetmap-widgets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/image-gallery-whatsapp-button-openstreetmap-widgets/ProductTue, 14 Dec 2021 10:47:54 +0000<![CDATA[ At Jotform, we’re aware of the recently disclosed critical vulnerability related to the Log4j utility (CVE-2021-44228), a common Java library, and since its disclosure, we have worked around the clock to ensure our environment and our customers’ data remain secure. Since Jotform’s source code do...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-statement-on-log4j-vulnerability/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-statement-on-log4j-vulnerability/EnterpriseTue, 14 Dec 2021 10:39:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Distractions, they’re everywhere. The constant hum of FOMO is like some endless background music we’ve learned to live with. Even as you read this, it’s likely you have a minimum of three other tabs open and a slew of notifications popping up on the side of your screen. For this reason, whene...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/when-building-your-no-code-startup-be-deliberate/https://www.jotform.com/blog/when-building-your-no-code-startup-be-deliberate/BackstageTue, 14 Dec 2021 10:21:03 +0000<![CDATA[ The pandemic has impacted each industry differently, with health and fitness professionals facing a particularly difficult challenge. After regional health orders put a stop to in-person training, how could fitness centers retain their clientele? Somehow, they had to maintain the connection they ha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-ewyn-studios-user-spotlight/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-ewyn-studios-user-spotlight/Customer StoriesTue, 14 Dec 2021 08:01:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Let’s be honest, as important as year-end evaluations are for career development and future planning, they can be a black hole of administrative work. They involve rummaging through the notes you’ve taken over the year, giving/taking feedback, filling out forms, sharing them over email, printing...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-end-evaluations-with-jotform-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-end-evaluations-with-jotform-apps/ProductTue, 14 Dec 2021 08:00:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps is a no-code app builder that’s easy to use while being powerful enough to create useful, custom apps. In short, it can quickly launch any business into the rapidly expanding mobile market. That alone is worth recognition. But with Jotform Apps, there’s more to the story. This new a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-300-templates-for-jotform-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-300-templates-for-jotform-apps/ProductTue, 14 Dec 2021 08:00:09 +0000<![CDATA[ ’Tis the season for gratitude, reflection, and celebration. At Jotform, 2021 has been a whirlwind of productivity and excitement with our company’s full-on rebrand, countless product and feature launches, and explosive growth. But we couldn’t have done it without our 13 million users and dedi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-2021/https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-2021/BackstageTue, 14 Dec 2021 07:59:32 +0000<![CDATA[ By now, you probably know just how versatile WordPress is as a content management system for websites. There are so many plug-ins you can add to it that there’s not much it can’t do. What a lot of people don’t know, though, is that you aren’t just limited to WordPress plug-ins. There are tons of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/add-event-calendar-to-wordpress-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/add-event-calendar-to-wordpress-page/AdviceTue, 14 Dec 2021 07:55:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Your website is one of the most important sales tools for your business. It’s not just a place to share contact information and display your previous work; it’s where you should be selling yourself, your services, and the results you can deliver. In encouraging potential clients or customers to cho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-list-services-on-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-list-services-on-website/AdviceMon, 13 Dec 2021 15:58:19 +0000<![CDATA[ An efficient purchasing process is essential to smooth business operations. Companies need equipment and materials to run effectively employee computers and keyboards, the raw materials necessary for making products, the printer paper that helps you take care of basic office tasks, and so much mor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/purchase-requisition/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/purchase-requisition/AdviceMon, 13 Dec 2021 15:47:31 +0000<![CDATA[ The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) set forth exacting, stringent requirements for the healthcare industry. Every day, hundreds of thousands of healthcare professionals must maintain strict compliance with HIPAA or risk severe consequences. The law’s requirements cover b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/therapynotes-vs-simplepractice/https://www.jotform.com/blog/therapynotes-vs-simplepractice/IndustriesMon, 13 Dec 2021 14:39:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The use of signatures as a legally binding way of saying “I approve” has been around for millenia. Fortunately, there are a number of tools that are bringing this ancient practice into the digital age. Docusign and SignRequest are two such tools. They each have the same core purpose, but they...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signrequest-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/signrequest-vs-docusign/AdviceMon, 13 Dec 2021 12:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to managing your practice whether you’re a therapist, psychologist, counselor, or other healthcare practitioner choosing the right software solution can be a tough decision. After ensuring the software complies with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) require...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/simplepractice-vs-theranest/https://www.jotform.com/blog/simplepractice-vs-theranest/AdviceMon, 13 Dec 2021 07:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Before leaving the house, you probably check your pockets. You need your keys, wallet, and phone to stay connected, secure, and prepared while you’re out. Always knowing where these essentials are can save time if you’re in a hurry. After all, everyone knows the feeling of frantically digging under...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-a-vlookup-in-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-a-vlookup-in-google-sheets/AdviceSun, 12 Dec 2021 14:23:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Appcues UserGuiding Interaction Studio (formerly Evergage) Whatfix Intercom Userpilot Dubsado Userflow is popular onboarding software that focuses on getting customers to use a product quickly. It’s a great fit for technology and software-as-a-service (SaaS) organizat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/userflow-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/userflow-alternatives/AdviceSat, 11 Dec 2021 10:29:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Notion Trello Slack Coda Airtable IFTTT Zapier Make (Formerly Integromat) WordPress Wix Weebly AppGyver Bubble Glide The term “no-code” has been blowing up lately. But what does it mean exactly? “No-code” refers to software that nontechnic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-code-startups/https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-code-startups/AdviceFri, 10 Dec 2021 13:57:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Quixy Kintone Ninox TrackVia Airtable Betty Blocks Knack Nintex Caspio Getting your car fixed can be expensive. The parts you need might be pricey, but it’s often the costs of the mechanic’s labor that really add up. Building an app for your busines...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/filemaker-pro-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/filemaker-pro-alternatives/AdviceFri, 10 Dec 2021 13:03:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform MaintainX Limble CMMS UpKeep Fiix When you first started your small business, you might have been able to manage your maintenance work orders with a basic Excel spreadsheet or maybe even with handwritten records. But as your business grows, any equipment or facilities down...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-order-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-order-software/AdviceFri, 10 Dec 2021 12:23:08 +0000<![CDATA[ BigMarker Eventzilla Zoom Hubb Hopin Run The World vFairs Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, companies all over the world have had to cancel in-person meetings and conferences. But many have come to realize that the pros of large-scale virtual events sometimes outweigh t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-event-platform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-event-platform/AdviceFri, 10 Dec 2021 11:37:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Event planning is a notoriously stressful business.  The profession attracts well-organized people, but for even moderately sized events, planners have to rely on an array of subcontractors to do their jobs well. And the number of variables they have to negotiate can be maddening. What happ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-planning-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-planning-questions/AdviceThu, 09 Dec 2021 14:41:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity and are able to turn both to their advantage.Victor Kiam Many years ago I visited a museum on one of my trips throughout Europe. Impressive artwork surrounded me, but one painting ca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-no-code-opens-new-doors/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-no-code-opens-new-doors/BackstageThu, 09 Dec 2021 11:27:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Both App Inventor and Thunkable are no-code tools that create apps. Their approaches to building apps have a lot in common. However, they really are different animals. App Inventor is a free, open-source tool created for education, and two of its original creators built Thunkable which is a com...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/thunkable-vs-app-inventor/https://www.jotform.com/blog/thunkable-vs-app-inventor/AdviceThu, 09 Dec 2021 10:35:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: Best for payment integrations Qgiv: Best for ease of use 360MatchPro: Best for donation matching DonorPerfect: Best for customer support Bloomerang: Best for donor retention GiveWP: Best for donor retention Fundly: Best for crowd-funding Givebutter: Best for small or...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/fundraising-software/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/fundraising-software/IndustriesThu, 09 Dec 2021 07:29:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Kissflow iCIMS Talent Cloud BambooHR Zoho People While the human resources (HR) team often works behind the scenes, their work is critical to your business’s overall success. Without effective tools, HR activities end up sliding down the priority list, often resulting in po...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-management-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-management-tools/AdviceWed, 08 Dec 2021 12:02:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Gravity Forms WPForms Formidable Forms Contact Form 7 The contact form is one of the most important parts of any website. It brings in leads, builds email lists, and helps you maintain contact with existing customers. But creating a great looking form from scratch isn’t e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/contact-form-plugin-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/contact-form-plugin-wordpress/AdviceWed, 08 Dec 2021 11:28:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Docusign is more than just an e-signature collector it’s a complete contract life cycle management tool. Docusign uses some of the most powerful and advanced technology available to help you negotiate terms, analyze agreements, and accept payments. It even offers notary services. You might expe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-pricing-plan/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-pricing-plan/AdviceWed, 08 Dec 2021 05:22:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps: Best for overall usage ContactInBio: Best for customization Shorby: Best for messenger app shortcuts bio.fm: Best for content variety Lnk.Bio: Best for security Tap Bio: Best for engagement EverLink: Best for password protection Campsite.bio: Best for pricing pl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/linktree-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/linktree-alternatives/AdviceTue, 07 Dec 2021 13:58:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps HubSpot’s meeting scheduler Setmore Square Appointments Calendly Doodle Bookafy If you’re a small business owner with a busy schedule or you simply want to bring a little more organization to your work day consider using appointment scheduling apps for some of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-appointment-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-appointment-apps/AdviceTue, 07 Dec 2021 13:07:56 +0000<![CDATA[ $40,000  $60,000 The price tag to develop a simple app $4,000  $10,000 The cost for a modern, professional website $800  $2000 The price for logo design . . . If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur with the desire to build your own business from the ground up, running the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bootstrapping-your-own-startup-with-no-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bootstrapping-your-own-startup-with-no-code/BackstageTue, 07 Dec 2021 09:54:00 +0000<![CDATA[ A strong digital presence is an essential marketing tool for Realtors. Sure, billboards and park benches still have their place. But with more people searching for properties online than ever before, people need to find you there if you want them to find you at all. Not any website will do, thou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-property-listing-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-property-listing-website/AdviceTue, 07 Dec 2021 07:59:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps AppMachine Caspio Appy Pie TrackVia Gappsy Glide Airtable Kintone Appstylo Ninox Quickbase Adalo Stacker Bravo Studio GoodBarber Whether you want to create an app to establish strong, loyal relationships with your customer base, build...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/appsheet-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/appsheet-alternatives/AdviceTue, 07 Dec 2021 06:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Though maintaining good health is often cited as one of the most important things in life, it’s usually one of the most overlooked too. With work obligations, kids’ sports, vacation plans, weddings, and social events constantly filling our schedules, getting to the doctor or dentist is usually the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-telemedicine-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-telemedicine-app/IndustriesMon, 06 Dec 2021 12:35:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Although the idea of taking a quiz may bring up memories of annoying pop quizzes back in high school, consider this: Thanks to social media and sites like BuzzFeed, online quizzes are enormously popular and a great way to engage students, potential customers, and really any audience. So why not har...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-your-own-quiz-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-your-own-quiz-app/AdviceMon, 06 Dec 2021 12:17:50 +0000<![CDATA[ If you run a nonprofit, you know that consistently collecting donations is imperative to supporting your organization’s mission, increasing your impact, and magnifying the good work you do in the community. One of the best ways to make the donation process as easy and frictionless as possible is th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-collect-donations-with-carrd/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-collect-donations-with-carrd/IndustriesMon, 06 Dec 2021 11:55:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Embrace automation and go digital Digitize all paper Develop new procedures Invest in the right software Law firms traditionally work with large volumes of paper documents, but it’s time to move past the paper. Embracing a paperless office model can save you time, physical resources,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-law-offices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-law-offices/AdviceFri, 03 Dec 2021 10:23:49 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a customer-facing business, such as a restaurant, a florist, or a physical therapy provider, a good way to grow your business is with photos of current customers enjoying your products or services. But if you’re interested in this approach, the first thing you need to think about isn’t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-permission-to-use-a-photo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-permission-to-use-a-photo/IndustriesThu, 02 Dec 2021 10:44:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Last Tuesday I ran into an old acquaintance, Meg, a fast-talking barista who had always been a friendly face pre-pandemic times. “How is work treating you these days?” I asked. “It’s not,” she laughed in response. “I lost my job because of Covid.” I was alarmed to hear how the employment she’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/can-no-code-reduce-economic-inequality/https://www.jotform.com/blog/can-no-code-reduce-economic-inequality/BackstageThu, 02 Dec 2021 09:03:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Define your current status, problems, goals Research potential solutions Choose the best-fit solution Test the solution Integrate it into your business It’s no secret that high-quality customer service is key to business success. Customers expect companies to both understand and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-service-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-service-automation/IndustriesThu, 02 Dec 2021 07:34:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Leverage social monitoring Start a poll Post a survey Engage through Instagram Stories Use autoresponders Initiate conversations Take advantage of live interaction Using social media accounts for feedback Customer feedback can help you monitor your business, assess your ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-customer-feedback-using-social-media/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-customer-feedback-using-social-media/IndustriesWed, 01 Dec 2021 11:25:53 +0000<![CDATA[ The PDF is a versatile and popular file format. Phil Ydens, vice president of engineering for Adobe Document Cloud, estimates there may be as many as 2.5 trillion PDF documents in existence.  But the file format isn’t without its share of issues. Perhaps the biggest drawback of PDF document...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/submit-pdf-form-to-database/https://www.jotform.com/blog/submit-pdf-form-to-database/AdviceWed, 01 Dec 2021 08:52:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify future needs and goals Choose effective lead generation strategies Maintain communication with potential hires Establish a solid online reputation Automate recruiting systems A streamlined recruitment pipeline ensures you always have access to qualified candidates when i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-pipeline/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-pipeline/AdviceWed, 01 Dec 2021 07:53:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Create an offboarding checklist for HR Provide the employee with an offboarding to-do list Complete an employee exit interview Automate the offboarding process Employee turnover is an unavoidable part of running a business. Even companies with excellent recruiting and hiring practice...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/offboarding-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/offboarding-process/AdviceTue, 30 Nov 2021 13:00:41 +0000<![CDATA[ If you build it, they will come. That famous line (or misquote) from the 1989 film Field of Dreams has always haunted me  pun very much intended. But by no means, just me. Like all good things, the quote has been overused, parodied, made into countless internet memes, and even sparked crit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-momentum-with-no-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-momentum-with-no-code/BackstageTue, 30 Nov 2021 09:37:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Bloomerang DonorPerfect Jotform NeonCRM Kindful OneCause Salesforce Donately DonorSnap Donorbox Blackbaud is an important tool for nonprofits. It’s the leading fundraising and donor management software for nonprofit organizations, serving users in over 100 countrie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/blackbaud-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/blackbaud-alternative/IndustriesTue, 30 Nov 2021 07:09:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Much to the disappointment of many of its fans, Caldera Forms is going the way of the dodo. Those who aren’t fans will probably respond to Caldera’s demise with a half-hearted shrug. Whether you love Caldera or not, the face of WordPress form plug-ins is changing. Caldera Forms is migrating over...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/caldera-forms-vs-ninja-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/caldera-forms-vs-ninja-forms/AdviceTue, 30 Nov 2021 05:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Effective human resource management requires a lot of administrative and strategic tasks. These tasks can be time-consuming and cumbersome if your human resource management team does them manually, taking them away from pressing initiatives. A manual approach can also result in inaccurate data entr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hrms-vs-hris/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hrms-vs-hris/AdviceMon, 29 Nov 2021 14:04:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Overview of Stripe vs Authorize.net How do Stripe and Authorize.net work? Products and services Pricing, fees, and transaction costs Account setup Payment methods User experience Integration, customization, and flexibility Customer support When you run an online busin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-vs-authorize-net/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-vs-authorize-net/IndustriesMon, 29 Nov 2021 07:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ A customer relationship management (CRM) tool can amplify your business and interactions with customers. But how do you know if your company is ready to take the leap? And if you already have a CRM, how do you know you’re getting maximum value from your investment?  In this webinar, Forbes ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/secrets-of-crms-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/secrets-of-crms-webinar/AdviceFri, 26 Nov 2021 11:35:26 +0000<![CDATA[ When you last clicked or tapped an online offer, what was the first detail that caught your eye after the page loaded? Besides noticing bright colors and a sleek, intuitive design, you most likely watched a short video. And that makes sense: Technology conglomerate Cisco estimates that videos will ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-video-landing-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-video-landing-page/AdviceFri, 26 Nov 2021 07:38:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Going to a restaurant you’ve never been to before can be daunting. You’re excited, but you want to be sure to order the right dish which makes the first glance at the menu a little intimidating.  You should adopt a similar mindset when selecting a print area on your Google Sheets document....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-print-area-in-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-print-area-in-google-sheets/AdviceFri, 26 Nov 2021 05:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ $30 million That’s the number Forbes highest-earning YouTube star made in 2020. 40 million That’s the number of his subscribers. 9 His actual age. . . . There’s no denying that Ryan Kaji is one of the leading child influencers on the planet. According to Forbes, his i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/will-the-next-million-dollar-company-be-a-no-code-app-built-by-a-5-year-old/https://www.jotform.com/blog/will-the-next-million-dollar-company-be-a-no-code-app-built-by-a-5-year-old/BackstageThu, 25 Nov 2021 13:13:29 +0000<![CDATA[ PayPal is one of the most popular and powerful payment providers in the world. It’s the default choice for many business owners, but that doesn’t mean it’s obvious which of the company’s payment solutions is right for you. PayPal offers three core payment options: Standard Checkout, Express Chec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-review/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-review/AdviceThu, 25 Nov 2021 11:41:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Evaluate Map Apply Automate Monitor Is your business running at peak efficiency? When your business processes are streamlined and effective, you save time and money. On the other hand, if those processes are tedious and difficult, employees have difficulty completing their assigned...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-optimization/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-optimization/AdviceThu, 25 Nov 2021 10:45:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Wufoo is a general-purpose form-building tool from SurveyMonkey. While SurveyMonkey is a form-building tool that’s built with businesses in mind, Wufoo is meant for anyone who wants to build a form not just businesses. Google Forms is another general-purpose form-building tool. It’s probably no...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/wufoo-vs-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/wufoo-vs-google-forms/AdviceThu, 25 Nov 2021 05:25:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Data drives organizations and whether you’re a small business, an enterprise, or something in between, managing data across departments is tricky. That’s where database management platforms (DMPs) come in. A DMP helps you manipulate data through automation. Better performing platforms deploy a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/caspio-vs-quickbase/https://www.jotform.com/blog/caspio-vs-quickbase/AdviceWed, 24 Nov 2021 14:34:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Send Anywhere FileTransfer.io SendGB Hightail Jumpshare Zippyshare WeSendit Smash Transferring large files isn’t always a walk in the park. While many people pay for additional space with a cloud storage plan to store and share files, not everyone wants to commit to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wetransfer-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wetransfer-alternatives/AdviceWed, 24 Nov 2021 12:11:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In running your business, you constantly face choices who to hire, who to promote, how to maintain growth, and what systems to use to make your workflows run smoothly. Two of the leaders in that last category are the project management platforms Smartsheet and Wrike.  Each platform is good...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wrike-vs-smartsheet/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wrike-vs-smartsheet/AdviceWed, 24 Nov 2021 11:25:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In any business, there are bound to be time-consuming tasks. But these tasks also tend to be tedious, and performing them repeatedly can get dull. Workplace automation can solve this issue and deliver many benefits for your office. Understanding workplace automation and productivity Workplace...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workplace-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workplace-automation/AdviceWed, 24 Nov 2021 11:19:30 +0000<![CDATA[ OnSpot Social Jotform Clearbit Sumo Copper GoFormz Do you meet with dozens of people each month who could potentially work with your organization or buy from your business? If so, you need an organized email list so you can reach out to various leads and provide updates to com...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-collection-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-collection-apps/AdviceWed, 24 Nov 2021 07:27:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform ClickUp PlanStreet Flowlu QuickBooks Time Trello Throughout the day, your employees complete dozens of tasks, from working on major projects to making small improvements that streamline processes. As a manager, you might feel like it’s nearly impossible to keep up with...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-task-tracker/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-task-tracker/AdviceTue, 23 Nov 2021 07:29:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps AppyPie Zoho Creator BuildFire Swiftic Appery.io Not knowing how to code shouldn’t stop you from creating an intuitive and useful app for your customer base. That’s what the democratization of technology is all about. These days, there’s a move toward making technolo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/drag-and-drop-app-builder/https://www.jotform.com/blog/drag-and-drop-app-builder/AdviceTue, 23 Nov 2021 05:56:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Many consumers spend more time on their phones than on desktop computers. This is why mobile apps are becoming an important marketing tool and sales channel for businesses of all sizes.  However, developing a mobile app is no easy task. It requires strategic direction, a lot of resources, a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pwa-vs-native/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pwa-vs-native/AdviceMon, 22 Nov 2021 14:59:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Click on Start a new form Create your form by adding the questions and answers Click on the Settings tab Make sure to uncheck Limit to 1 response, as this will require a Google sign-in. Before you make your form publicly available, you can get a sneak peek by using the eye icon Tes...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-anonymous-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-anonymous-survey/AdviceMon, 22 Nov 2021 14:19:34 +0000<![CDATA[ HelloSign was an e-signature solution that Dropbox considered so good, the company purchased it for almost a quarter billion dollars in 2019. The HelloSign acquisition was part of Dropbox’s ongoing efforts to focus on enterprise-level businesses. HelloSign have also changed its name to Dropbox Sign...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-pricing/AdviceMon, 22 Nov 2021 13:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Acuity Scheduling Calendly Sign In Scheduling (formerly 10to8) Setmore Square Appointments HubSpot Meeting Scheduler https://youtu.be/hKldEMAJj14 One of the most time-consuming parts of running a small business is scheduling appointments. In many cases, booking an appoint...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-scheduling-app-for-small-businesses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-scheduling-app-for-small-businesses/AdviceMon, 22 Nov 2021 13:16:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Salesforce Kissflow Airtable Kintone When it comes to streamlining operations whether you’re creating workflows, synthesizing data, or automating processes you need software you can trust. Apps can do repetitive tasks so you don’t have to, freeing up time and money for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quickbase-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quickbase-alternative/AdviceMon, 22 Nov 2021 08:01:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps: Best for creating custom apps from scratch or a template Caspio: Best for creating apps and widgets to embed on a website Lumavate: Best for storing large amounts of data in an app Quickbase: Best for creating apps with a large team Kintone: Best for simple, transparent ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adalo-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adalo-alternatives/AdviceSun, 21 Nov 2021 13:13:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps: best for creating easily customizable apps from scratch or templates Adalo: best for easily publishing apps across platforms Appy Pie: best for using generative AI to help build apps and websites Bubble: best for real-time app-building collaboration Kissflow: best for bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/thunkable-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/thunkable-alternatives/AdviceSat, 20 Nov 2021 10:24:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Since the advent of the smartphone, nearly everyone owns a reasonably good camera, but there’s much more to becoming a serious photographer than having the equipment.  Sure, some people simply have a better eye for what makes a good photo, but those extraordinary photos of influencers on In...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/post-processing-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/post-processing-photography/AdviceFri, 19 Nov 2021 10:28:46 +0000<![CDATA[ If your office is full of filing cabinets and paper forms, then paper processes are likely slowing down your business. Digitizing your processes can streamline your workflow, and it’s much more convenient than dealing with paper copies of forms and documents. If you’re not yet convinced that goi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paper-processes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paper-processes/AdviceFri, 19 Nov 2021 07:28:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Figure out why customers leave Focus on profitable customers Make it easy to get in touch Improve the onboarding process Create a user community Aim to surprise and delight Ask for feedback Customer churn refers to the number of customers that leave your business during a s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/reduce-churn/https://www.jotform.com/blog/reduce-churn/AdviceThu, 18 Nov 2021 11:52:34 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to organization, everyone has their preferences. You might arrange the books on your shelves by color or genre, or you might stack the tasks on your to-do list based on priority.  Getting organized in business saves time and establishes systems that benefit your workflow and p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sort-in-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sort-in-google-sheets/AdviceThu, 18 Nov 2021 11:13:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps Flowfinity BiznessApps Forms on Fire ClickUp Webflow GoodBarber AppInstitute AppGyver Appenate Ninox Bubble BuildFire Bravo Studio Andromo Today, a whopping 4.66 billion people have access to the internet through smartphones and computer...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/appypie-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/appypie-alternatives/AdviceWed, 17 Nov 2021 12:24:59 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/ZYRHGJ1eIdw As the COVID-19 pandemic took hold in early 2020, it demanded healthcare providers consolidate resources and set up clear lines of communication. The testing established to carefully collect information and track the disease’s spread became particularly vital. W...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-covid-19-test-requests/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-covid-19-test-requests/IndustriesWed, 17 Nov 2021 10:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Know your why Use online forms for registration Create and manage an online repository Automate workflows Create quizzes to test knowledge Generate reports Every employee needs efficient and effective training for your business to run smoothly. Implementing and executing such a t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/training-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/training-automation/AdviceWed, 17 Nov 2021 07:35:07 +0000<![CDATA[ In 1988, Microsoft’s Paul Maritz wrote an email to a colleague urging him to test a new operating system on the company’s own internal network. The subject line? “Eating our own dog food. Dogfooding, as it’s now known, doesn’t mean stealing Fluffy’s meal (though one apocryphal story does have th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/eat-your-own-dog-food/https://www.jotform.com/blog/eat-your-own-dog-food/BackstageTue, 16 Nov 2021 10:14:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine an opportunity to condense a full day’s work into a few hours. Would you take advantage? It’s no stretch to assume that you would. Michael Nacario of Burger King New Zealand already has. His method? Jotform Apps. First, Nacario decided to ditch paper forms and create custom online for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-burger-king-new-zealand/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-burger-king-new-zealand/Customer StoriesTue, 16 Nov 2021 07:14:00 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that app adoption has been growing in the B2B space for several years. That growth has largely mirrored the pace of a workforce that is more comfortable with digital solutions and almost always has their smartphone handy. It’s been estimated that a staggering 70% of all B2B queries w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-helps-your-business-go-mobile/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-helps-your-business-go-mobile/ProductTue, 16 Nov 2021 07:14:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform’s workplace team is vital to our company’s success. They provide whatever’s needed to keep each and every employee doing their best work. They facilitate the hardware, software, and employee training needs of hundreds of employees. They organize and facilitate company events. They ensure...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/apps/announcing-jotform-apps/https://www.jotform.com/products/apps/announcing-jotform-apps/ProductTue, 16 Nov 2021 07:13:00 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s never been a better time to create an app for your business. With Jotform Apps, any Jotform user can build an app that includes bundled forms, links, tables, social profiles, widgets, and more in just a matter of minutes all without needing to write a single line of code. This means you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-for-creating-a-no-code-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-for-creating-a-no-code-app/ProductTue, 16 Nov 2021 05:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Scheduling format Scheduling policies and practices Integrating automation Multistep processes Other helpful software features Automating workflows in your veterinary clinic is crucial. It allows you to focus on the most important aspect of your business caring for the animals t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/veterinary-appointment-scheduling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/veterinary-appointment-scheduling/AdviceTue, 16 Nov 2021 05:33:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Periodic conversations between employees and managers which are an opportunity for management to hear from and evaluate employees have largely replaced the venerable annual review. The annual performance review was an HR mainstay, beginning with the mass industrial employment of the past and cont...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-review-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-review-examples/AdviceMon, 15 Nov 2021 13:35:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Alexandria Koha Jotform Mandarin SirsiDynix Symphony Managing a library comes with unique challenges, and librarians are always looking for ways to be more efficient and improve their processes. Library management software makes it easy to manage library databases and records, an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/library-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/library-management-software/AdviceMon, 15 Nov 2021 12:03:15 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/Kj1B_Dj6aVQ While many people have switched to digital communication, some companies are still using outdated systems that rely on paper invoices and printed documentation.  If you’re still printing bills and mailing them to your customers, you’re likely feeling the fr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-invoicing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-invoicing/AdviceMon, 15 Nov 2021 12:01:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps provides a brand-new way to create mobile data hubs, absolutely no coding required. Are you an HR manager collecting onboarding documentation? Check. A school administrator building a portal for parents? Check. A health clinic managing patient intake and progress reports? An event coor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-apps-webinar/AdviceMon, 15 Nov 2021 10:36:00 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/Ae5-shAAU-s You’ve promised customers that your product or service offers specific ways to help them save time and improve efficiency for their team. They understand the benefits you’re promising and have purchased your offering.  Now that they’ve taken the leap, how c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-to-value/https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-to-value/AdviceFri, 12 Nov 2021 07:50:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Store Builder Constant Contact ConvertKit OptinMonster Drip Brevo (formerly known as Sendinblue) Outbrain Google My Business Auto Publish Zapier Hootsuite Mention Buffer Tailwind Freshsales Pipedrive Small business marketing automation is mor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-marketing-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-marketing-automation/AdviceFri, 12 Nov 2021 07:40:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Asana Toggl Todoist Business monday.com Slack ProofHub Replicon Guru Trello If you’re a manager or business owner who feels like you could use some help getting your team organized, it’s probably a good idea to take action. According to a recent survey of business...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-management-software/AdviceFri, 12 Nov 2021 07:05:46 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve put in the time and effort to create an event, and it’s exciting to see the registrations coming through. As you approach the day of the event, you may be wondering what you can do to increase the number of people who show. Even if people were excited about the event when they registere...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-reminder-email-for-an-event/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-reminder-email-for-an-event/AdviceThu, 11 Nov 2021 12:43:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Show your work every chance you get Network on the gallery circuit Stay current on social media Master the business of being an artist Anyone who wants to earn a living as an artist will naturally wonder how they can get commissioned to create something and get paid for it. There’s ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-art-commissions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-art-commissions/AdviceThu, 11 Nov 2021 06:43:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to docs.google.com/forms Select a template Make a form Add the necessary fields Customize the form Test your form Start sending Interactive step-by-step tutorial Gone are the days of tediously editing forms line by line in word processors or merging and unmerging un...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-purchase-order/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-form-purchase-order/AdviceThu, 11 Nov 2021 06:07:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Donately DonorSearch Classy CharityEngine Double the Donation Donorbox Jotform One of the most challenging parts of running a successful nonprofit is fundraising. People start charity organizations to do good in the world, but accomplishing that mission is contingent upon d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donation-tools-to-raise-money/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donation-tools-to-raise-money/NonprofitsWed, 10 Nov 2021 11:56:41 +0000<![CDATA[ BoldLeads Cloud Attract Jotform Structurely AreaPulse Propertybase ShowingTime Showcase IDX Zumper Wise Agent Both large and small real estate agencies face new challenges. Real estate apps like Zillow and Redfin empower buyers and sellers while offering vastly ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-software/AdviceWed, 10 Nov 2021 08:49:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Assign the responsibility to office staff Consider the patient experience Avoid open-ended questions Ask for immediate payment Offer payment options Maintain open communication As a medical provider, you want to focus on the daily tasks and activities that matter most: support...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collecting-copays-and-deductibles-from-patients/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collecting-copays-and-deductibles-from-patients/HealthcareTue, 09 Nov 2021 13:00:08 +0000<![CDATA[ When my kids were smaller, I thought the key to their happiness lay in buying them toys with a specific purpose.  A toy car to be moved around on our walkway. A small truck that could be pushed to the top of a ramp. However, my kids spent only a handful of minutes playing with these “...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-no-code-revolution-means/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-no-code-revolution-means/BackstageTue, 09 Nov 2021 11:10:26 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the most notable benefits of technology in business is that it allows you to automate your workflows. The more you leverage automation, the better you can optimize profit margins. Automation helps employees step away from busy work and achieve higher productivity levels. https://youtu.be...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-automation/AdviceTue, 09 Nov 2021 10:41:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: Best for overall use HubSpot CRM: Best for pricing Neon CRM: Best for training resources Kindful: Best for productivity (tied with Salesforce) Blackbaud CRM: Best for large nonprofits DonorPerfect: Best for user-friendliness Bloomerang: Best for implementation support ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/crm-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/crm-for-nonprofits/IndustriesTue, 09 Nov 2021 08:26:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform SurveyMonkey Typeform Google Forms Sogolytics (Formerly SoGoSurvey) Zoho Survey Collecting data from a group of people can be a powerful way to gain insights about a target demographic. Whether you’re looking for feedback or need information about their interests, the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-tools-for-research/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-tools-for-research/AdviceMon, 08 Nov 2021 13:24:15 +0000<![CDATA[ One-on-ones Project-based reviews Continuous-feedback 360-degree reviews Quarterly check-ins Annual performance review three words that can strike fear into the heart of any employee and conjure a big eye roll from managers.  That’s for good reason, because the tradition...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/alternatives-to-performance-reviews/https://www.jotform.com/blog/alternatives-to-performance-reviews/AdviceMon, 08 Nov 2021 10:51:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform OptinMonster Thrive Leads Convert Pro Gravity Forms Are you looking for a reliable and effective WordPress lead generation plug-in? You should be. Whether you sell B2B, B2C, or any other way, you have to capture the leads that land on your website.  “Capturing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-lead-generation-plugin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-lead-generation-plugin/AdviceFri, 05 Nov 2021 14:49:04 +0000<![CDATA[ For the modern workforce, computer programming has been a game changer, but it’s something few understand. Programming, through code, can build automation and workflow tools to streamline your business but not everyone wants to learn how to code or pay someone else to do it.  Database mana...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/caspio-vs-knack/https://www.jotform.com/blog/caspio-vs-knack/AdviceFri, 05 Nov 2021 08:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating a PDF from scratch can be a time-consuming and challenging process. Adobe Acrobat is a solid tool for the job, but it’s also bare-bones. Acrobat gives you complete control over every aspect of document creation. And it’s easy to get bogged down in all of the details. It’s like building ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-pdf-creation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-pdf-creation/AdviceFri, 05 Nov 2021 07:26:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Chances are you’ve seen or heard the phrase “the future of work.”  While the phrase gained popularity in the mid-2010s, the idea has been around for centuries. According to Gartner, the future of work is defined as “changes in how work will get done over the next decade, influenced by techn...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/future-of-work-through-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/future-of-work-through-data-collection/AdviceWed, 03 Nov 2021 13:51:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Kisi: best for automating employee access to physical spaces Workable: best for automating recruitment and hiring Jotform: best for automating approvals Zapier: best for creating integrations between third-party programs Intruder: best for continuous cybersecurity threat monitoring ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/office-automation-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/office-automation-software/AdviceWed, 03 Nov 2021 12:07:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Formal email reminder template Short email reminder template Appointment confirmation email template Casual email reminder template Fun email reminder template Beauty appointment email reminder template Fun dental appointment email reminder template Warm email reminder templa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/appointment-reminder-email-template/https://www.jotform.com/blog/appointment-reminder-email-template/AdviceWed, 03 Nov 2021 12:03:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Magpi Teamscope Smartsheet Jotform For centuries, gold was the most valuable material on the planet. At the turn of the 20th century, oil and its by-products, gasoline included, quickly took over the world. But today, our most precious resource no longer comes from the ground. Instea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fulcrum-app-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fulcrum-app-alternatives/AdviceWed, 03 Nov 2021 10:45:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Everybody loves meetings, right? Who doesn’t want to interrupt their productive flow to head to a conference room or log on to Zoom? Sarcasm aside, some meetings are crucial. This is especially true if you work remotely or are self-employed. One of the biggest challenges with meetings is schedul...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/calendly-vs-google-calendar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/calendly-vs-google-calendar/AdviceWed, 03 Nov 2021 10:38:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand the why Create different types of bar charts Customize your chart Publish your results When you start collecting data, there’s a sense of excitement and unpredictability in the air. The results of your research are yet unknown but will reveal more and more insights as you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-bar-chart-in-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-bar-chart-in-google-sheets/AdviceWed, 03 Nov 2021 08:41:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Typeform is a form creation tool that focuses on delivering beautiful, elegant forms. The goal behind that focus is to make forms more appealing and lead more people to fill them out.  Google Forms, on the other hand, is a spartan but highly functional form creation tool. It makes form cre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/typeform-vs-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/typeform-vs-google-forms/AdviceTue, 02 Nov 2021 13:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ More and more businesses are considering developing a mobile app as another marketing tool and sales channel. With consumers spending a lot of time on their smartphones, it makes business sense to have a solid presence there, staying top of mind for your target audience.  While mobile-optim...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/advantages-of-mobile-apps-for-businesses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/advantages-of-mobile-apps-for-businesses/AdviceTue, 02 Nov 2021 12:49:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Back in 1998, while much of the world was preparing to welcome the new millenium, organizations were grappling with an epic task. Because computer programs were designed to abbreviate years in two digits, the dawn of 2000 meant that systems would incorrectly interpret the year as 1900 instead, r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/organizational-development/https://www.jotform.com/blog/organizational-development/BackstageTue, 02 Nov 2021 11:31:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Data collection is a step-by-step process. There’s a design phase, where you brainstorm the research you’d like to carry out and project the results you expect to see. There’s data gathering, where you conduct field research or experiments to obtain your data. And finally, there’s the process of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-pie-chart-in-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-pie-chart-in-google-sheets/AdviceTue, 02 Nov 2021 08:24:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Create your form Click the three dots in the upper right corner and select Print Select Save as PDF from the Destination dropdown Save Print or share through email or online (optional) If you use digital forms to collect data, there may be times when you want to share form respon...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-save-a-google-form-as-a-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-save-a-google-form-as-a-pdf/AdviceTue, 02 Nov 2021 07:36:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: Best for affordable, no-code fundraising forms and apps Fundly: Best for crowdfunding Donorbox: Best for managing recurring donations Donately: Best for simple, quick set-up Snowball: Best for text-to-give and event donations Qgiv: Best for great customization options O...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/online-fundraising-platforms-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/online-fundraising-platforms-for-nonprofits/IndustriesTue, 02 Nov 2021 07:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Progressive web apps (PWAs) have been a game-changer in the mobile app field, particularly for small businesses that want to reach their customers through a mobile app without investing considerable resources.  Delivered to customers on their mobile device via an internet browser, such as G...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-progressive-web-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-progressive-web-apps/AdviceMon, 01 Nov 2021 12:39:26 +0000<![CDATA[ AngularJs Apache Cordova PWA Builder Vue Super PWA Polymer Progressive web apps (PWAs) have changed the game for small businesses, making it more affordable for them to create an app for their target customers. PWAs have an intuitive user experience on desktop, and on mobile, the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-pwa-app-builder/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-pwa-app-builder/AdviceMon, 01 Nov 2021 11:19:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Across industries, businesses are finding that websites are no longer enough. Their customers spend a lot of time on their smartphones, and if businesses want to reach them, they have to go where their customers are. Even if a business’s website is responsive and works well on mobile devices, it of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-create-an-app-without-coding/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-create-an-app-without-coding/GuidesMon, 01 Nov 2021 10:28:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever been on a flight that lasts more than a couple of hours? That’s when airlines spring for a few amenities maybe you get better snacks or a meal, more legroom, and a selection of new movies to choose from.   Having screens on the back of plane seats is a great perk for a l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gantt-chart-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gantt-chart-google-sheets/AdviceSat, 30 Oct 2021 08:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Decide on your workshop topic Plan and create the content Choose the right platform Decide whether you’ll charge for your workshop or offer it for free Promote your workshop Collect registrations/applications Get contact information Schedule the workshop Accept payments ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-workshop/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-workshop/AdviceFri, 29 Oct 2021 16:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Interviews Observation Focus groups A/B testing Surveys Let’s say you’re going on a road trip. You’ve packed your snacks and your bags, and you have podcasts at the ready. All that’s left to do is plug your destination into the GPS.  The nice thing about GPS technology is t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-research-methods/https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-research-methods/AdviceFri, 29 Oct 2021 11:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve used SurveyMonkey enough, you’ve probably explored everything it has to offer. And why wouldn’t you? It’s a great tool that does its job very well. But the thing is, SurveyMonkey is designed to primarily create surveys. It says as much with its name. So if you want to create forms that...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-signature-in-surveymonkey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-signature-in-surveymonkey/AdviceFri, 29 Oct 2021 11:17:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As businesses navigate the “new normal” created by COVID-19, it’s no surprise there have been drastic changes in the work landscape. But there are undeniable benefits to these changes, for both employees and employers. Many offices quickly moved workers home to mitigate the spread of the virus. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-remote-workers-toolkit/https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-remote-workers-toolkit/AdviceFri, 29 Oct 2021 11:08:00 +0000<![CDATA[ PerfectServe Telmediq Jotform Change Healthcare Relatient RXNT How is your medical practice doing when it comes to communicating with patients? Improving communication can lead to greater patient satisfaction and higher patient retention rates and that can improve your practi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-communication-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-communication-software/AdviceThu, 28 Oct 2021 15:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ You can never underestimate the power of being on the same page with others especially when you’re a project manager overseeing a budget or a business owner charging for goods and services. Miscommunication between you and your clients, especially when it comes to money, sometimes stems from co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-pro-forma-invoice/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-pro-forma-invoice/AdviceThu, 28 Oct 2021 14:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Build up your alumni database Provide different ways for alumni to support the school Set up a mentorship or alumni speaker program Tap into school pride https://youtu.be/vC1DIfWT2nc Your alumni can help your school in countless ways. The people who graduate from your school or ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-engage-your-alumni/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-engage-your-alumni/IndustriesThu, 28 Oct 2021 08:34:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Research grants and funding opportunities Organize funding information and supporting documents Invest in software to track grant applications Submit applications to grantors Use the funding received as outlined in the application Track and evaluate the success of the project Submit financ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/grant-management/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/grant-management/IndustriesWed, 27 Oct 2021 13:55:31 +0000<![CDATA[ These days there are almost as many ways to market your product as there are seeds on an “everything” bagel. In addition to the many types of marketing activities out there like out-of-home advertising, social media campaigns, and email marketing are countless approaches to those campaigns, and j...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-get-return-on-marketing-investment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-get-return-on-marketing-investment/AdviceWed, 27 Oct 2021 06:06:32 +0000<![CDATA[ We don’t always see things in black and white. You may have really liked the latest summer beach read, but you didn’t love it. And you may dislike black olives on your pizza but not as much as you loathe anchovies. When someone asks you to share your opinion on anything from pizza toppings to bo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-linear-scale/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-linear-scale/AdviceTue, 26 Oct 2021 13:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Bizzabo Cvent Jotform Fonteva Tripleseat Events are powerful drivers for organizations of all sizes and in all industries. Those in niche B2B fields can host conferences with elite keynote speakers and in-depth discussions about market trends. Small nonprofits can fundraise for 5...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-management-software/AdviceTue, 26 Oct 2021 10:41:05 +0000<![CDATA[ The healthcare industry never sleeps, and employees often juggle inventory management, back-to-back appointments, stacks of paperwork, and complicated industry regulations on a daily basis. The only way to stay ahead of these ongoing demands is to design effective systems for your medical office...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-office-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-office-workflow/IndustriesTue, 26 Oct 2021 07:45:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Having to maintain an internet connection can sometimes make it difficult to collect survey responses from your target market. Whether you’re doing field surveys or market research, offline surveys are a great solution that allow you to move around untethered and gather important data from responde...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/offline-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/offline-survey/AdviceMon, 25 Oct 2021 12:49:47 +0000<![CDATA[ An indispensable part of any organization, human resources plays an essential role in the company’s overall success. Whether in a small business or a large enterprise, HR professionals manage important functions like recruiting, hiring, and training. If you don’t already have one, starting an HR de...]]>https://www.jotform.com/human-resource-management/https://www.jotform.com/human-resource-management/GuidesMon, 25 Oct 2021 12:33:27 +0000<![CDATA[ With the increasing democratization of technology, tasks that have historically been limited to experts due to their complexity or required skill level such as web form coding or advanced graphic design are now easily accessible to all. In “No-code tools for maximizing data impact,” Jotform jo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-no-code-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-no-code-tools/AdviceFri, 22 Oct 2021 12:30:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Recruiting in the digital world is different from the hiring process of years past. Whether you’re bringing on a few employees or hiring at scale, it can be challenging to keep up with stacks of resumes and select qualified candidates. Your HR team has limited hours in the day to post job openin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-automation/AdviceFri, 22 Oct 2021 11:30:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Procurement managers are the in-house experts for vendor selection, negotiation, and management. Arguably, their most critical skill is the ability to quickly become experts on behalf of any business department that needs their help. That’s because procurement staff are responsible for finding s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-workflow/AdviceFri, 22 Oct 2021 07:33:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Klara TigerConnect Backline HealthEngage WELL Qliq Healthcare messaging apps offer healthcare providers and patients a convenient communication channel. When a provider chooses an app, it’s important not only to consider typical features and performance but also whether the ap...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/secure-healthcare-messaging/https://www.jotform.com/blog/secure-healthcare-messaging/AdviceThu, 21 Oct 2021 13:03:27 +0000<![CDATA[ When you need to collect information from your users or customers, whether it’s through a survey, registration form, or other tool, you want the process to be as simple as possible for them. So it’s important to think critically about the best format to use especially if you’re asking for a lot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/step-by-step-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/step-by-step-form/ProductThu, 21 Oct 2021 11:13:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Marketo Engage SharpSpring HubSpot Keap ActiveCampaign Autopilot LiveSession Automation has transformed the marketing industry, and Pardot by Salesforce is one of the more popular marketing automation software programs. While Pardot offers many benefits, it might...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pardot-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pardot-alternatives/AdviceThu, 21 Oct 2021 08:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re planning an event, you only get one chance to make a good first impression.  Even before guests arrive at your party or fundraiser, it’s a good idea to be aware of how you present yourself. You need to provide everyone with all the information they need but you also want the in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-invitation-maker/https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-invitation-maker/AdviceWed, 20 Oct 2021 12:52:09 +0000<![CDATA[ A great customer service experience is a hot topic of conversation when I’m with my friends. It’s not because our lives are so boring that something as routine as customer service is exciting to us it’s because a truly outstanding customer service experience is so rare, so unusual, that when it do...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-service-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-service-survey-questions/IndustriesWed, 20 Oct 2021 12:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Writing bad content is easy. Anyone can bang out a 500-word blog post. Creating high-quality, value-packed content is something else entirely. It takes time, effort, and a lot of resources to create great content. And if you want to create great content again and again, it requires establishing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-creation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-creation/AdviceTue, 19 Oct 2021 12:43:29 +0000<![CDATA[ When people think of coding, there’s a tendency to assume that it’s incredibly difficult to master. It’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that anyone who codes can speak a language others can’t.  HTML coding and inserting code into your online forms isn’t as hard as you might think...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-form-in-html-and-send-it-to-email/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-form-in-html-and-send-it-to-email/AdviceTue, 19 Oct 2021 06:41:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Airtable is a fantastic tool for collaborating on all sorts of projects. It can get your whole team on the same page, keeping your projects organized and on track. But what if you want to share information with someone who doesn’t use Airtable? For example, let’s say you manage a graphic design ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-airtable/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-airtable/AdviceTue, 19 Oct 2021 06:14:00 +0000<![CDATA[ How well does your business collaborate remotely? Whether you’re a business owner or a manager, maintaining communication and cohesion in a remote team can be a challenge. Not only do you need to share information with employees, but you also need an effective system for listening to their feedback...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-collaboration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-collaboration/AdviceMon, 18 Oct 2021 13:55:55 +0000<![CDATA[ At some point or another, every business has to create forms. Whether you’re gathering feedback from customers or setting up the office potluck, forms likely play a part in your daily operations. Form-building solutions can make things a lot easier for you, but with so many options available to cho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/surveymonkey-vs-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/surveymonkey-vs-google-forms/AdviceMon, 18 Oct 2021 12:52:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Pick a template. Enter all the necessary information. Edit and proofread the quote. Send the quote to the client. Follow up. Let’s say you’ve done everything right in your business created great products and services, launched a solid website, driven high-quality traffic to your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-quotation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-quotation/AdviceMon, 18 Oct 2021 10:22:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Microsoft Excel Online Apple Numbers OpenOffice Calc Zoho Sheets Coda Spreadsheets are one of the most widely used software applications for organizing and sorting data. Whether you want to record lists, manage tasks, coordinate projects, or analyze data, spreadsheet f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/alternative-to-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/alternative-to-google-sheets/AdviceSat, 16 Oct 2021 07:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The PDF, also called the Portable Document Format, originated with Adobe and has become one of the most widely used file types. In running your business, you likely encounter contracts, documents, brochures, and more, all sent as PDF files. To open a PDF, you don’t necessarily need to have a cer...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-on-a-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-on-a-pdf/AdviceFri, 15 Oct 2021 07:28:40 +0000<![CDATA[ If you want to build a log cabin, you start with the basics: land, an address, and basic building materials. A website is no different it needs a place to live, a way for people to find it, and basic building blocks to bring it to life. WordPress is the world’s best-known provider of these webs...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-wordpress/GuidesThu, 14 Oct 2021 10:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In your hometown, there are probably things only the locals know about like a secret menu item at a popular restaurant or a shortcut off a main road. Gaining this firsthand knowledge comes with experience and familiarity. You may feel the same way about your business knowing what makes it tick...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-web-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-web-forms/AdviceThu, 14 Oct 2021 08:06:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you know the best way to get the most die-hard, loyal followers to your blog? Make them feel special. They aren’t just your readers. They aren’t even just your fans. They’re your community. Community is a word people casually throw around a lot nowadays, so it’s lost a lot of its meaning. A c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/blog-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/blog-survey/AdviceThu, 14 Oct 2021 07:36:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify your cause and audience Select a name for your petition Write a compelling statement for your petition Determine which marketing channels you’ll use to reach your audience Create a strategy to promote your petition in each channel Design a logo for your campaign Pick a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-start-an-online-petition/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-start-an-online-petition/NonprofitsThu, 14 Oct 2021 07:18:05 +0000<![CDATA[ The popularity of appointment scheduling software continues to grow as more businesses recognize how valuable these tools are to their onsite and remote teams. And they’re not the only ones who see the value of this software customers appreciate the convenience of mobile or online appointment sche...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/acuity-vs-calendly/https://www.jotform.com/blog/acuity-vs-calendly/AdviceThu, 14 Oct 2021 06:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Governments, businesses, and individuals often seek out public opinion and for good reason. When you understand public perception about an issue, a person, or a cause, you can create a more compelling message to encourage or dispel those perceptions. But how is public opinion measured? Since th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-is-public-opinion-measured/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-is-public-opinion-measured/AdviceWed, 13 Oct 2021 12:07:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Let’s say you have a long-running hobby of knitting scarves for your friends in the wintertime. Every time you give one away, your family and friends say you should try to sell them. Now, that might’ve been hard to do 10 years ago, but with the rise in e-commerce and the ever-increasing number of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-developers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-developers/AdviceWed, 13 Oct 2021 06:38:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Despite making nearly $150 billion in ad revenue in 2020, Google expends hardly any resources improving its advertising product. Why? Because it doesn’t have to. Instead, Google’s engineers focus on improving the product that nearly all of us use virtually every day  its search engine. By cre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-your-users-matter/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-your-users-matter/BackstageTue, 12 Oct 2021 12:47:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting survey data is a great way to understand what your customers think about your products or gain insights into the issues they face. You can use survey data internally to make strategic decisions or externally for your content marketing efforts. But your data is only relevant if it’s accur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-design/AdviceTue, 12 Oct 2021 12:33:24 +0000<![CDATA[ We spend a lot of time waiting. We wait in traffic. We wait for our food to arrive. We even wait in line to ride a rollercoaster.  Often, what’s more frustrating than the waiting itself is not knowing how much longer we’ll have to wait. No one can predict the future, which is why no one can...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/progress-bar-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/progress-bar-design/AdviceTue, 12 Oct 2021 11:30:01 +0000<![CDATA[ It takes money to make money, right? That’s how the old saying goes, but it shouldn’t apply to employees earning wages.  Freelancers and business owners can write off many of the purchases and expenditures they accrue in the course of working. These write-offs count against their total taxa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/expense-reimbursement/https://www.jotform.com/expense-reimbursement/GuidesTue, 12 Oct 2021 07:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ HR professionals take note: People who feel motivated by the employee performance review process at their organizations represent only 14 percent of the workforce. If it’s been a while since you’ve taken a good look at your current system, chances are it’s not working as well as you think.  ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-review-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-review-process/AdviceTue, 12 Oct 2021 07:39:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Business budgets don’t have to be all work and no play they’re not just about buying office supplies and paying for dull training sessions. In fact, many situations call for spending some of your budget on fun. In fact, you can show your appreciation to employees with a special outing or a comp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/meals-and-entertainment-expenses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/meals-and-entertainment-expenses/AdviceTue, 12 Oct 2021 06:06:04 +0000<![CDATA[ The direct-to-consumer sales model blends producer, marketer, and retailer into a single entity, the D2C brand. It bypasses traditional brick-and-mortar retailers and online superstores (at least, at first; many D2C brands end up on store shelves after building a loyal consumer base). It makes s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-to-consumer-for-fmcg/https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-to-consumer-for-fmcg/AdviceMon, 11 Oct 2021 08:49:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Mailchimp Jotform Spacio Dotloop Ortto MeetEdgar Agent Legend Open Home Pro Zurple ReboGateway Real estate agents have to handle many complicated tasks, often all at once. They have to manage diverse real estate marketing tactics, such as social media and lead gene...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-automation/AdviceFri, 08 Oct 2021 14:17:05 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the great benefits of technology is the way it simplifies mundane tasks. For example, going to the doctor’s office in the pre-internet age meant grabbing a pen in a waiting room and filling out tons of forms before you could go into your appointment. But now, you can fill out your forms o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-do-i-email-a-fillable-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-do-i-email-a-fillable-pdf/AdviceFri, 08 Oct 2021 07:08:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Purchase orders are the documents proving the demand of purchasing a product. They are mostly used when large quantities of a product is involved. It is important to ensure a smooth purchase process for both parties, buyers and sellers. Purchase orders are similar to invoices but they diffe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/purchase-order/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/purchase-order/GuidesFri, 08 Oct 2021 06:47:21 +0000<![CDATA[ HubSpot CRM Zoho CRM Jotform Salesforce Insightly monday.com If you want to maximize staff efficiency, provide top-quality customer service, and nurture your client leads, investing in client management software may be a wise choice.  This type of platform, also referr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/client-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/client-management-software/AdviceThu, 07 Oct 2021 14:25:51 +0000<![CDATA[ SurveyMonkey is one of the most well-known products on the market for collecting feedback from customers and employees. It’s an appealing option for small businesses because its most basic tools are easy and free to use but the free plan does have limits. If you’re not getting exactly what you nee...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveymonkey-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveymonkey-pricing/AdviceThu, 07 Oct 2021 11:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Survey data can provide insight into customer viewpoints or help you make internal decisions with employee input. In just a few hours, you can send out a survey and get a variety of data on various topics. It’s no wonder that companies of all sizes are looking for survey solutions. But which survey...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualtrics-vs-surveymonkey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualtrics-vs-surveymonkey/AdviceThu, 07 Oct 2021 10:47:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Click on a column header to select that column Hold down the Shift key and click the headers Hold down the Control key as you click each column header Right-click within one of the selected columns Choose Hide columns X–X from the dropdown menu One of the major benefits of spreadsheets...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hide-columns-in-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hide-columns-in-google-sheets/AdviceThu, 07 Oct 2021 10:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Pipedrive: Best for visual workflows Zoho CRM: Best for small businesses Insightly: Best for customization options HubSpot CRM: Best for ease of use Freshsales CRM: Best for growing sales teams SugarCRM: Best for ease of setup Microsoft Dynamics 365: Best for those already using...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-alternative/AdviceThu, 07 Oct 2021 08:43:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Improving your job performance and reducing stress at work are goals that many of us share. It turns out, you can achieve both of them by getting organized on the job, and that often starts with cleaning up your calendar. According to a recent survey, these two goals were among the eight most po...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/calendly-vs-doodle/https://www.jotform.com/blog/calendly-vs-doodle/AdviceThu, 07 Oct 2021 06:35:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform SurveyMonkey Google Forms Typeform Zoho Survey One of the best ways to find out what your customers want is to have them fill out a survey.  Surveying customers helps you understand what drives customer satisfaction, explains Scott Tousley, senior team lead of user ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bucket-io-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bucket-io-alternative/AdviceWed, 06 Oct 2021 13:49:29 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a freelancer or a project manager, a time tracker is one of your most important tools. Time trackers like Harvest and Toggl help freelancers account for their time so they know how much they’ll get paid. And they help project managers plan for a project’s costs and resource requirements. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/harvest-vs-toggl/https://www.jotform.com/blog/harvest-vs-toggl/AdviceWed, 06 Oct 2021 11:16:00 +0000<![CDATA[ With the ongoing shift to remote work and work-from-home (WFH) environments, digital calendars have become even more popular. They’re one of many digital tools like Zoom and GoToMeeting people are using to stay organized and productive. There’s a long list of calendar apps that can potentially...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/scheduleonce-vs-calendly/https://www.jotform.com/blog/scheduleonce-vs-calendly/AdviceWed, 06 Oct 2021 06:50:30 +0000<![CDATA[ If the doctors, nurses, and front-office staff at your medical practice are drowning in paperwork, healthcare automation could be a pivotal tool to improve productivity. Taking care of administrative tasks is vital to the smooth running of a clinic or hospital, but it can be time-consuming. And ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-automation/HealthcareWed, 06 Oct 2021 06:20:30 +0000<![CDATA[ MenuDrive Jotform Store Builder Toast ChowNow Upserve GloriaFood CAKE Restolabs Square iMenu360 Dining habits are changing. Pressured by growing demand for expanded dining options, restaurants have been adding pickup, carryout, and delivery services to meet cust...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-ordering-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-ordering-system/AdviceTue, 05 Oct 2021 14:52:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Getting ready to send out an online survey? A welcome screen is the first page people will see when they open it. Welcome screens for online forms can contain anything you think survey participants should know whether  through a brief written introduction or introductory video and provide in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/welcome-screen/https://www.jotform.com/blog/welcome-screen/AdviceTue, 05 Oct 2021 08:33:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys have been around since 3800 BCE, when the ancient Babylonians developed the first census. Since then, surveys have evolved into one of the most effective ways to conduct research and gather feedback or responses, especially in the digital era. Google Forms is one of the most popular free...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-forms-dynamic-fields/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-forms-dynamic-fields/AdviceTue, 05 Oct 2021 08:14:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2008, Pepsi hired the now-defunct Arnell Group to redesign its iconic red, white, and blue logo. The agency flattened and tilted Pepsi’s 3D globe to rest on its side, and replaced the bold font with lowercase, sans-serif text. The total price tag? Over a million dollars. Seven figures may sou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-spend-a-fortune-on-a-fancy-branding-agency/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-spend-a-fortune-on-a-fancy-branding-agency/BackstageMon, 04 Oct 2021 11:25:05 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2021, you can visit a number of websites that will automatically generate a logo for you in a matter of minutes. That, of course, isn’t how we do things at Jotform. We wanted to create a new identity for ourselves, using our own internal design team, based on how our product and users have ev...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-rebranded-whats-changed/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-rebranded-whats-changed/ProductMon, 04 Oct 2021 07:00:15 +0000<![CDATA[ When I founded Jotform in 2006, I did so with the simple goal of making it easy to create and customize online forms. I remember how excited I was when our first user signed up! So it’s remarkable to look back on the last 15 years and see how this brand has grown and how our 10 million users...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotforms-new-look-powerful-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotforms-new-look-powerful-forms/ProductMon, 04 Oct 2021 06:59:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Decide the date and location Pick a theme Make it a fundraising event Create a sign-up sheet and confirm attendance Manage what guests bring Consider dietary restrictions Package leftover food Label and return dishes Thank the participants Have you ever been to a terrible potluck? ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-organize-a-potluck/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-organize-a-potluck/NonprofitsFri, 01 Oct 2021 15:01:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Waitlist management is an essential part of many businesses. Doctors use waitlists to book and manage appointments. Event managers need waitlists to manage attendees and fill last-minute cancellations. Restaurants rely on them to handle party bookings and reservations. An unruly appointment book...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/waitlist-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/waitlist-management/AdviceThu, 30 Sep 2021 18:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Log into your Calendly account Connect your Zoom account Create or edit your Calendly event type Set Zoom as the event type location Every professional can agree: 2020 was the year of Zoom. In April of last year, 300 million people were using Zoom each day, up from only 10 million in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/calendly-zoom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/calendly-zoom/AdviceThu, 30 Sep 2021 15:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ E-procurement solutions and systems Online marketplaces Social and civic responsibility Eco-friendly and carbon-neutral procurement systems Supply chain diversity In 2021, the pandemic and significant political and social upheavals in the U.S. and around the world sent many procu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-trends/https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-trends/AdviceThu, 30 Sep 2021 14:04:00 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s not uncommon in a math class for the teacher to require students to “show their work.” Requesting a quote for services is basically asking for the same thing. A good quote details why a service or product will cost the amount in the bid. It doesn’t matter if the transaction is B2C or B2B g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-request-a-quote/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-request-a-quote/AdviceWed, 29 Sep 2021 17:58:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Course evaluation Event RSVP Party invitation Event registration Request for leave Customer feedback survey Job application Almost everyone who’s used Google products for word processing or spreadsheets knows about Google Forms by now. It’s Google’s dead-simple solution to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-survey-template/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-survey-template/AdviceWed, 29 Sep 2021 15:01:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Resolver Diligent Jotform TrackMyRisks nTask Qualys Essential ERM There’s an element of risk to running any business, but with risk management software, you can minimize potential threats. Software can help you not only identify risks, but also decide which ones are accepta...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/risk-management-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/risk-management-tools/AdviceWed, 29 Sep 2021 14:45:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Did you know that 59 percent of consumers say marketing emails influence their purchase decision? Or that 50 percent of consumers make purchases from marketing emails at least once per month? These are telling stats that indicate the importance of email marketing. https://youtu.be/kycNG4S2Rjc ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-funnel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-funnel/AdviceWed, 29 Sep 2021 14:31:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re a dentist, fitness trainer, or photographer, you probably agree that one of the most annoying aspects of your job is dealing with administrative tasks like scheduling. Your skills and talents are better suited for helping your clients, so you need a way to let others easily book time...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-online-booking-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-online-booking-system/AdviceWed, 29 Sep 2021 13:38:35 +0000<![CDATA[ The party is underway. You’ve invited friends, colleagues, and a few intriguing strangers. But instead of welcoming your guests at the door, everyone has to climb in through a window and immediately join the conversation. There are no warm greetings. No time for people to catch their breath, or bru...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wannabe-entrepreneur-to-successful-founder/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wannabe-entrepreneur-to-successful-founder/BackstageTue, 28 Sep 2021 10:09:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Restaurant evaluation survey Market research survey no. 1 Market research survey no. 2 Market research survey no. 3 Straw poll Surveys are a great method for collecting information. You can use them to gather insights about how current customers feel about your products and service...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-dashboard/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-dashboard/AdviceMon, 27 Sep 2021 13:26:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose a location Determine and line up the resources you’ll need Identify and recruit sponsors Open registration Accept donations Promote your event Communicate with participants leading up to race day Follow up with participants after the race Hosting a 5K run for your charity or ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-organize-a-5k/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-organize-a-5k/IndustriesMon, 27 Sep 2021 12:20:29 +0000<![CDATA[ At some point in their startup journey, every founder has to choose whether to pursue outside funding or to bootstrap their venture. With pros and cons on each side of the balance sheet, it’s not always an easy decision  especially in a world that glorifies venture capital. We watch breathlessly as...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-dark-side-of-vc-funding/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-dark-side-of-vc-funding/BackstageMon, 27 Sep 2021 11:13:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Maintaining connectivity is crucial to a team’s success, especially as more businesses are transitioning to long-term or permanent remote work models.  Working remotely has traditionally meant that employees don’t get much face time with each other, but many companies have responded to that...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-meet-vs-zoom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-meet-vs-zoom/AdviceFri, 24 Sep 2021 07:33:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Morgan Stanley has been doing business for about 85 years. Wells Fargo has been protecting people’s assets since the stagecoach days 168 years ago. And Citibank has been looking after your money for 208 years. Online payment processor Stripe launched publicly in 2011. That was the year when ever...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-stripe-safe/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-stripe-safe/AdviceFri, 24 Sep 2021 05:58:02 +0000<![CDATA[ If there’s any area of your business or organization you want to improve customer retention, marketing initiatives, increased sales, new product development, etc. getting into the hearts and minds of your current customers and your desired audience is key.  And while there are many ways to gat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/questionnaire-method-of-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/questionnaire-method-of-data-collection/AdviceThu, 23 Sep 2021 14:09:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Intern with an experienced wedding planner Work in the service industry Assess whether your personality suits the profession Focus on building relationships Consider the work-life balance of wedding planning Create an online presence Join an industry association Try working f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-wedding-planner/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-wedding-planner/AdviceThu, 23 Sep 2021 10:54:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Business owners often struggle when it comes to collecting leads. Making cold calls, creating signup forms, and wading through a sea of customer information is a lot of work.  Services like Mailchimp emerged to enable companies to automate lead generation. From their Mailchimp account, busi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailchimp-signup-form-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailchimp-signup-form-wordpress/AdviceWed, 22 Sep 2021 16:12:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Your company is only as good as the processes you rely on. Like cascading dominoes, even the smallest detail of your processes can drastically affect your products and bottom line. Just think of all the multimillion dollar enterprises that have recalled products. That faulty result is the consequen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-order-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-order-process/AdviceWed, 22 Sep 2021 08:48:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever seen an item you wanted but couldn’t immediately afford? Maybe you found a great deal on the last day of a sale, but your paycheck wouldn’t hit your account until the next week. If so, you may be the kind of customer buy now, pay later (BNPL) service providers are looking for.  ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-buy-now-pay-later-sites/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-buy-now-pay-later-sites/AdviceWed, 22 Sep 2021 07:23:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables Contractors Software Group products Sage 100 Contractor Fieldwire Spectrum Procore Stack Autodesk Build Buildertrend PlanGrid Build Construction project management (CPM) is a specific type of project management for overseeing construction on resident...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/construction-project-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/construction-project-management-software/AdviceTue, 21 Sep 2021 14:54:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Google Forms LimeSurvey Paperform SurveyLab Microsoft Forms Typeform Zoho Forms There are few decisions more important to your business than figuring out how to manage communication. Strong internal communication can result in smoother collaboration and faster...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/formsite-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/formsite-alternatives/AdviceTue, 21 Sep 2021 10:38:05 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to keeping your nonprofit thriving in uncertain times, Jotform has you covered with form templates, built-in management tools, a nonprofit discount, and more. In this session we focus on practical ways Jotform can help you navigate giving season with ease. We look at form templates...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/upcoming-free-webinars-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/upcoming-free-webinars-for-nonprofits/AdviceTue, 21 Sep 2021 07:25:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Is JotForm your go-to tool? Do you refer it to your friends, colleagues, and clients? Do you get good traffic on your website and social channels? Could your audience benefit from JotForm’s productivity solutions? If so, the JotForm Affiliate Program is perfect for you. Become a JotFor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotform-affiliate-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotform-affiliate-program/ProductMon, 20 Sep 2021 10:38:48 +0000<![CDATA[ The very first iPhone was released in June 2007 and eventually sold more than 6 million units, changing the smartphone landscape forever. But it wasn’t until the App Store launched a year later that the potential of what you could do on your smartphone really came into focus. Productivity softwa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-tables-action-buttons/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-tables-action-buttons/ProductMon, 20 Sep 2021 10:36:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Calling all JotForm Tables users, and the Tables curious! Action Buttons are a new Tables feature that allow you to send form data with just one click. They’re about to make your life easier, your workflows more integrated, and your Tables more powerful than ever. Add buttons to your table to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/action-buttons-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/action-buttons-webinar/ProductMon, 20 Sep 2021 10:34:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Based on extensive JotForm user research, JotForm Tables was built to help you collect, organize, and manage your form data; collaborate with peers on tasks; and perform the calculations of a traditional spreadsheet.  Since its launch, we’ve developed free table templates that can be a star...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-300-table-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-300-table-templates/ProductMon, 20 Sep 2021 10:34:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Streamlined data collection enables Reach to gain high reader signups during the biggest sports story of the year As a leading U.K. publisher, Reach is responsible for a vast collection of digital and print brands that create engaging content, including The Mirror, Express, and Daily Star. A...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/uk-publisher-reach-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/uk-publisher-reach-case-study/Customer StoriesMon, 20 Sep 2021 10:29:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify the workflow Gather information Use the right software Keep it simple and focused Monitor the workflow process A workflow is a collection of processes that typically includes multiple people or departments and several steps that each depend on the action that comes before them...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/documenting-workflows/https://www.jotform.com/blog/documenting-workflows/AdviceFri, 17 Sep 2021 13:30:15 +0000<![CDATA[ The future of work is closer than you think. As businesses prepare for post-pandemic operations, they’re actively seeking ways to retain the best parts of both office work and remote work. How exactly this shakes out will be unique to each business, but there are some overarching themes to the t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/future-of-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/future-of-work/AdviceFri, 17 Sep 2021 10:35:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Of the many institutions drastically affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, schools perhaps had to reorganize themselves the most. Shifting from in-person attendance to Zoom classes and back again has flipped education on its head and it may take quite a while to return to normal.  Despite thi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-open-house/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-open-house/EducationFri, 17 Sep 2021 07:39:04 +0000<![CDATA[ When there’s a new baby in the house, everyone feels stressed if the little one is fussy or uncomfortable. How do you soothe an upset infant? Baby massage is a popular option when parents want natural or alternative solutions to help their children stay calm. As a massage therapist, you can supp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/organizing-baby-massage-sessions-and-classes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/organizing-baby-massage-sessions-and-classes/AdviceThu, 16 Sep 2021 13:06:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Digital forms Feedback reports Video tools Delivering a quality education for students starts with the teacher. A teacher’s job usually includes a three-part process: planning lessons, presenting the lessons, and following through to make sure students understand and retain the curricu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-evaluate-teachers-performance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-evaluate-teachers-performance/EducationThu, 16 Sep 2021 10:36:56 +0000<![CDATA[ The customer satisfaction (CSAT) score is a way to measure customer satisfaction.  It’s important to find out how satisfied your customers are. But if you don’t have a way to measure the results, it’s hard to say whether or not your customers are actually happy or not. The CSAT ranks cus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-satisfaction-score/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-satisfaction-score/IndustriesThu, 16 Sep 2021 08:29:43 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve successfully captured a customer’s attention and nurtured them through the sales process. Their interest in your product has translated to a purchase.  So what happens next? Do you leave them to figure out the ins and outs of your product or welcome them with a tailored experience th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/customer-onboarding/https://www.jotform.com/customer-onboarding/GuidesWed, 15 Sep 2021 11:50:04 +0000<![CDATA[ HubSpot CRM Salesforce Zoho CRM Freshsales Suite Agile CRM Pipedrive JotForm Tables Insightly Zapier Nimble A customer relationship management (CRM) system can help your small business nurture leads, close sales, and provide excellent customer service to existing c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-for-small-businesses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-for-small-businesses/AdviceWed, 15 Sep 2021 11:28:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Automate repetitive tasks Assign one owner to each task Visualize your workflow Don’t try to replace project management with task management Your entire team should use the same software Our productivity is under attack. The assailant is repetitive tasks that don’t require critic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-management-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-management-tips/AdviceWed, 15 Sep 2021 08:18:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Thryv DaySmart Appointments (formerly known as AppointmentPlus) Jobber Wix Bookings HoneyBook Apptoto FlexBooker Schedulicity Bookedin How much time do you waste each day sending emails to schedule calls and meetings?  Service-based businesses that ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/acuity-scheduling-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/acuity-scheduling-alternatives/AdviceTue, 14 Sep 2021 15:28:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Monica Jotform Streak Cloze HubSpot Zoho CRM Airtable Your business’s customer relationship management (CRM) platform is your tried-and-trusted marketing and customer acquisition tool. But many business owners are increasingly turning to personal CRM systems as well.  ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/personal-crm-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/personal-crm-software/AdviceTue, 14 Sep 2021 15:24:34 +0000<![CDATA[ The three most important things you need to start a restaurant are passion, the ability to accept criticism, and a rock-solid plan. The tech industry is full of dreamers. People fresh out of college with little or no experience have created major startups like Google and Facebook. They forged th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-business-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-business-plan/AdviceTue, 14 Sep 2021 07:24:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Kareo Jotform Epic ChartLogic RXNT WebPT Power Diary Healthcare providers, including small, single-practice clinics and larger operations, all face significant amounts of administrative work. This work can be time-consuming and take staff away from focusing on patients.&nbs...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-practice-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-practice-management-software/IndustriesMon, 13 Sep 2021 12:28:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Buffer Sprout Social Airtable Loomly Hootsuite monday.com Zoho Social Kontentino SocialPilot For years, CoSchedule has been a go-to tool for developing social media marketing campaigns. The service helps to automate social media posts across multiple platforms. Its dr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/coschedule-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/coschedule-alternatives/AdviceMon, 13 Sep 2021 11:20:56 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2013 a device started to show up wherever people needed to collect payments. It was simple, easy to use, and just plain cool. It was a credit card reader you could plug into the headphone jack on your phone. The Square payment system had arrived. This simple little device allowed business own...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-payments-review/https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-payments-review/AdviceMon, 13 Sep 2021 10:46:15 +0000<![CDATA[ In recent years, new technology has led to a renaissance in automation trends in every industry. However, the impacts of COVID-19 namely, the increase in remote work and the general disruption to the labor market have spurred a new wave of innovation. In its 2021 State of Business Automation r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-trends/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-trends/AdviceFri, 10 Sep 2021 12:02:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Giving and receiving feedback in the classroom creates an optimal learning experience for both students and teachers. Students need feedback about their performance and skills to continue to learn and grow, while teachers can use feedback to improve their lesson plans and curricula. Save 50% on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-feedback/EducationFri, 10 Sep 2021 06:23:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Precoro Jotform Procurify Shortlist Zoho Creator Airtable Every day, the world buys nearly 2 billion Coca-Colas. Imagine the vendor network required to achieve this. For instance, the Coca-Cola Company works with 225 bottling partners around the world and that represents just...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-management-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-management-tools/AdviceThu, 09 Sep 2021 11:41:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Children logging into Zoom classes. Teachers posting homework on an online learning platform. Parents dusting off their old laptops so their third-graders can learn fractions.  All of these situations became commonplace in 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic forced so many to fuse education an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-edtech/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-edtech/EducationThu, 09 Sep 2021 08:02:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Unlike remote work, which many companies had to institute quickly and then tweak as time went on, businesses have more of an opportunity to prepare for the next big shift in work: the hybrid working model. Generally speaking, this is a work model with many different interpretations (explore nine...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hybrid-working-model/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hybrid-working-model/AdviceThu, 09 Sep 2021 05:22:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Use an add-on Install Formfacade from the Google Marketplace Click the Add-ons menu Click on the gear Select the Fonts tab Interactive step-by-step tutorial Google Forms is a simple tool. It was originally designed to be an add-on for Google Sheets, but in 2016, it graduated...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-change-font-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-change-font-in-google-forms/AdviceWed, 08 Sep 2021 13:13:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Collaboration is an essential element of a cohesive, productive work environment. The goal of collaboration is to align everyone in a shared vision to accomplish goals together. Effective collaboration not only improves communication, but it also boosts overall results. As more companies shift t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-collaboration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-collaboration/AdviceWed, 08 Sep 2021 12:53:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Technology plays an increasingly important role in the classroom, with many educators turning to teacher apps to assist with daily workflows and lesson planning. While face-to-face learning will always be an integral part of a quality education, these digital tools help optimize the learning proces...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teacher-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teacher-apps/IndustriesWed, 08 Sep 2021 12:48:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Organizing teams and consistently completing tasks on time throughout an organization cross-functionally is one of the most daunting tasks that managers face, but it’s also one that’s much more achievable with a task management dashboard. Unfortunately, most managers aren’t currently using one o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-management-dashboard/https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-management-dashboard/AdviceWed, 08 Sep 2021 07:17:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Regular safety inspections are often legally mandated by workplace safety regulations, but they are also an excellent way to reinforce a culture of safe work practices. Safety inspections are opportunities to train staff about safety awareness and encourage a team approach to minimize workplace haz...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-safety-inspection-report/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-safety-inspection-report/AdviceTue, 07 Sep 2021 12:22:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Direct-to-consumer (D2C) disruption refers to quick changes in retail markets caused by brands selling straight to their customers, without an intermediary. The phenomenon relies on simultaneous disruptions in e-commerce, logistics, and consumer habits themselves all of which are part of the broad...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/d2c-disruption/https://www.jotform.com/blog/d2c-disruption/AdviceTue, 07 Sep 2021 07:42:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Since the Mad Men era of work some 50-odd years ago, more women have joined the workforce, more workers are supporting fewer children, and the demand for skills has radically shifted. It seems the only constant in business truly is change. Now, as we cautiously look toward a post-pandemic future...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/post-pandemic-workplace-trends/https://www.jotform.com/blog/post-pandemic-workplace-trends/AdviceTue, 07 Sep 2021 05:48:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Document management increases efficiency, reduces security risks, and saves time and money. Effective document management involves understanding workflows, compliance needs, system integration, and secure storage. Document management has evolved from paper-based systems to more advanced el...]]>https://www.jotform.com/document-management/https://www.jotform.com/document-management/GuidesMon, 06 Sep 2021 14:14:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Healthcare providers must safeguard patient information and ensure it remains private. When providers store, transmit, or collect health information, they have to follow specific regulatory standards to prevent unauthorized access to patient files. Many business owners wonder, does HIPAA apply t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-hipaa-apply-to-employers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-hipaa-apply-to-employers/IndustriesMon, 06 Sep 2021 13:08:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Copper Freshsales HubSpot Sales Pipeline Management Keap Pipedrive Pipefy Measuring more than 5,400 miles, the West-East Gas Pipeline in China is the world’s longest physical pipeline. Though your sales pipeline isn’t that long, it may sometimes seem like it is. That’s where s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-pipeline-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-pipeline-software/AdviceMon, 06 Sep 2021 13:05:43 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm’s latest feature, Prefill, is obviously useful from the start, but its value will increase the more creative you get with it. This is especially true when you consider how it will interact with some of JotForm’s other tools like Tables, Approvals, and widgets. For example, let’s say you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automatically-fill-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automatically-fill-form/ProductFri, 03 Sep 2021 13:42:29 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re teaching remotely, it takes a bit of creativity to engage students in the digital environment. Students want to see bright colors, interactive features, and exciting graphics rather than watch a boring lecture. Why not learn how to make a Bitmoji classroom to create a fun online envi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-bitmoji-classroom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-bitmoji-classroom/IndustriesFri, 03 Sep 2021 06:24:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Not all tasks are equal. Some are vital building blocks of your goals, while others drain mental energy. Many, however, are simply time-consuming, eating away at your most precious resources and your bottom line. The solution to this dilemma is automation. Setting up tasks to run in the backgro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tasks-that-can-be-automated/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tasks-that-can-be-automated/AdviceThu, 02 Sep 2021 12:08:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Agorapulse Zoho Social Sprout Social SocialOomph Buffer eclincher Sendible If your small business is looking to harness the power of social media content marketing, you’ll probably keep seeing one name over and over Hootsuite and with good reason.  As a social med...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hootsuite-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hootsuite-alternatives/AdviceThu, 02 Sep 2021 11:22:57 +0000<![CDATA[ At its core, every company is a carefully built series of interlocking parts that come in all shapes and sizes.  Sometimes, a small business is made up of one person working out of a garage and managing inventory, sales, and shipping with the goal of expanding reach. On the opposite end, a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-design/AdviceThu, 02 Sep 2021 07:03:04 +0000<![CDATA[ In many ways, Dolly Parton’s 1980 hit “9 to 5” defined pre-pandemic work in the United States from long daily commutes to crowded offices and the proverbial corporate ladder. Fast-forward 40 years to March 2020 and the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. Suddenly, those 9-to-5 offices sat empty...]]>https://www.jotform.com/post-pandemic-workplace/https://www.jotform.com/post-pandemic-workplace/GuidesWed, 01 Sep 2021 07:42:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Automation in education is transforming classrooms across the country. The more educational institutions implement automation software, the more streamlined and effective the learning process becomes. For example, automation saves time and vast quantities of paper. There’s no longer any need for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-in-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automation-in-education/IndustriesWed, 01 Sep 2021 05:49:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Effective teachers don’t just deliver quality educational opportunities they also diligently track student progress to measure results. Tracking progress benefits both students and teachers. Students can see how they’re doing in various subjects, and teachers can see which of their teaching approa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-progress-tracking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-progress-tracking/IndustriesWed, 01 Sep 2021 05:42:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Otus Google Classroom Show My Homework Common Sense Education edshelf Nearpod Teacherly Wizer EDpuzzle LessonUp Lesson Planet Blendspace Tailor-ED LearnZillion OER Commons Gooru Kiddom Schoology BetterLesson PowerSchool Smiths...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teacher-websites/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teacher-websites/EducationTue, 31 Aug 2021 16:18:06 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re looking to grow your business and build your customer base, you might be tempted to reach out to an international audience. Selling overseas means you can reach even more potential customers, and when done well, it can be a real boost to your business. But selling overseas isn’t withou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-international-payments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-international-payments/AdviceTue, 31 Aug 2021 15:12:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Planbook Planboard iDoceo Google Classroom Common Curriculum OnCourse Standards Planner PlanbookEdu Teachers.io Evernote Core Learning Exchange Creating lesson plans is an essential step in providing an outstanding educational experience to your stude...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-online-lesson-planner/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-online-lesson-planner/EducationTue, 31 Aug 2021 13:42:25 +0000<![CDATA[ While the priority of every school is to offer the highest quality education to students, administrative responsibilities demand a lot of time and energy behind the scenes. Teachers and administrators have to juggle the demands of lesson planning and data tracking, and that often means dealing with...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automated-school/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automated-school/EducationTue, 31 Aug 2021 07:59:07 +0000<![CDATA[ As teachers look for new ways to engage students, mobile devices and digital tools are becoming part of the classroom experience. Digital education tools can help teachers automate workflows and plan lessons, and support the unique needs of each student. Many of these digital tools also use QR c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-in-classroom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-in-classroom/IndustriesMon, 30 Aug 2021 11:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform GIMP Pixlr Inkscape Canva Google Workspace Microsoft Office 365 Grammarly Zotero Zoom JSTOR Mint LastPass Evernote Todoist Toggl Quizlet Cold Turkey Libby Kindle Cloud Reader Whether you’re paying your own way through colle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-software-for-students/https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-software-for-students/IndustriesMon, 30 Aug 2021 08:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to Google Forms Create/choose form and click send Copy form link Paste the copied link in the QR code generator platform Create the QR code Download and save Interactive step-by-step tutorial Many industries from education and real estate to healthcare and field servi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-qr-code-for-a-google-form/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-create-a-qr-code-for-a-google-form/AdviceFri, 27 Aug 2021 10:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Henry Ford’s pioneering production system is world famous for revolutionizing the assembly line and mass production, but few outside of manufacturing know about Toyota’s influence on modern day productivity and management practices. Long before Toyota became the global automotive titan it is tod...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-principles/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-principles/AdviceFri, 27 Aug 2021 08:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ At the end of every business process is a desired result. You design each process with that result in mind and try to reach it as efficiently as possible.  However, even if you succeed, that efficiency only lasts for so long. As market conditions change, customer demands shift, technology e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/six-sigma-process-improvement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/six-sigma-process-improvement/AdviceFri, 27 Aug 2021 08:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ A sales pipeline is a visual tool that helps teams better understand their deals in progress and what they need to do to close them. It illustrates the evolution of the brand-customer relationship over time through a series of stages. https://youtu.be/WjG5N4eoli4 Each stage includes an esti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stages-of-a-sales-pipeline/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stages-of-a-sales-pipeline/AdviceFri, 27 Aug 2021 07:26:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Hootsuite Agorapulse Sendible eclincher MeetEdgar MavSocial Zoho Social Oktopost SocialFlow Buffer Tailwind Sprout Social is a popular social media management tool. Features like their Smart Inbox and valuable social media insights can help you hone your marketi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sprout-social-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sprout-social-alternatives/AdviceThu, 26 Aug 2021 12:43:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Zapier Jotform IFTTT Microsoft Power Automate Insightly CRM RoboTask Xero Eventbot If you find yourself or your staff spending significant time on mundane tasks like data entry or sending emails, then it’s time to consider task automation tools for your business. By auto...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-automation-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-automation-tools/AdviceThu, 26 Aug 2021 07:58:54 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/cm8GGiaj5f8 When you’ve made a great new hire, it can be hard to tell who’s more excited you or your new employee. To keep up the excitement of moving a candidate from prospect to employee, it’s important to provide a seamless and comfortable orientation process so they feel ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/orientation-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/orientation-process/AdviceThu, 26 Aug 2021 06:52:19 +0000<![CDATA[ 4 easy ways to effectively analyze your sales pipeline 1. Figure out your deal stages 2. Measure the health of each stage and prioritize opportunities 3. Analyze your successes and failures 4. Review A small mom-and-pop shop may know all of their customers by name and be able to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/analyze-your-sales-pipeline/https://www.jotform.com/blog/analyze-your-sales-pipeline/AdviceWed, 25 Aug 2021 11:34:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever subscribed to a mailing list only to get spammed with messages? Receiving too many messages and offers likely sent you looking for the unsubscribe link. Unfortunately, the same thing can happen with your customers if you constantly bug them for referrals. Businesses know referrals ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-referral-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-referral-program/AdviceWed, 25 Aug 2021 07:09:00 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s a fact of business that vendors come and go. But a flexible vendor management strategy lasts forever. A strategy, by definition, is always changing, and the key to efficiency and profitability in business is the ability to adapt strategies as needed. That doesn’t necessarily mean a complete...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-management-strategy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-management-strategy/AdviceWed, 25 Aug 2021 06:51:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Usually, when people think of the procurement process, negative thoughts come to mind: time-intensive forms, uncertainty around procedures, and complex negotiations. Procurement also typically involves pulling and managing data from multiple sources, such as spreadsheets that track contract renewal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/procurement-process/https://www.jotform.com/procurement-process/GuidesTue, 24 Aug 2021 21:52:51 +0000<![CDATA[ In 1992, Alec Baldwin helped add the phrase “Always be closing” to the American lexicon, thanks to his turn in the film Glengarry Glen Ross, which featured four Chicago salesmen desperate to save their jobs. For sales reps to close, they need customers. But before there are customers, there are ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/defining-and-identifying-sales-prospects/https://www.jotform.com/blog/defining-and-identifying-sales-prospects/AdviceTue, 24 Aug 2021 13:49:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Wild Apricot Hivebrite Jotform GrowthZone memberplanet Handling all the administrative tasks for a nonprofit association or club can be exhausting, particularly if you’re not using the right tools. Managing your organization with spreadsheets or paper files involves time-consuming ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/membership-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/membership-management-software/NonprofitsTue, 24 Aug 2021 12:39:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Things change fast in technology, but in the past few years that change has accelerated.  Gone are the days when employees sat at their desks and used one desktop or laptop computer to do their work. Today’s workforce is connected in multiple ways and empowered with incredible flexibility. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/jotform-mobile-data-collection-report/https://www.jotform.com/jotform-mobile-data-collection-report/GuidesTue, 24 Aug 2021 00:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ With JotForm Inbox 2.0 it’s easier than ever to search, filter, and sort your form submissions, and to collaborate with colleagues on any responses you receive. Whatever your workflow and no matter who needs to be in the loop, Inbox 2.0 provides one place to manage all communication about your form...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-inbox-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-inbox-webinar/ProductMon, 23 Aug 2021 10:21:30 +0000<![CDATA[ For over 15 years, JotForm has been known for its ability to organize information, processes, and people. We believe that having the tools to work seamlessly and collaboratively is essential for every business and team. That’s why we’ve made it a point to incorporate collaboration features in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-has-become-more-collaborative-over-the-years/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-has-become-more-collaborative-over-the-years/BackstageMon, 23 Aug 2021 09:20:20 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to administering forms or surveys, there’s typically one stakeholder or owner. But behind the scenes, the data-collection workflow often involves multiple stakeholders who have different levels of involvement with the submissions that flow in. Previously, when users needed to share...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-inbox-2-0/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-inbox-2-0/ProductMon, 23 Aug 2021 09:10:56 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Students are hitting the books, and you’re doing your best to educate in a way that keeps their attention. They’re pouring over homework assignments, and you’re evaluating what they’ve learned. They’re balancing their education with extracurriculars, as are...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-classroom-management-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-classroom-management-webinar/IndustriesFri, 20 Aug 2021 15:40:09 +0000<![CDATA[ athenahealth’s electronic health records (EHR) Jotform’s HIPAA-friendly online forms Remote monitoring devices Zoho’s customer relationship management system Data management solutions In 1851, Dr. Carl Reinhold August Wunderlich was trying to determine what the average temperatur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-tools-in-healthcare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-tools-in-healthcare/HealthcareFri, 20 Aug 2021 13:39:56 +0000<![CDATA[ To grow a strong business from a good idea, startups need connections, investment backing, or both. But many don’t know where to begin. They find it challenging to craft a compelling pitch and get the attention of investors.  That’s where U.K.-based company Inkwell comes in. Enter its fl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-pitch-user-spotlight/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-pitch-user-spotlight/Customer StoriesFri, 20 Aug 2021 12:26:53 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/lvQeiGbip-Y It’s rare to meet anyone who likes golf just a little. Golfers are typically all in with their love of the sport. Who can fault them? Golf courses are serene, and you play the game at a relaxed pace with companions. There’s ample time for private conversations i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-a-golf-tournament/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-a-golf-tournament/AdviceFri, 20 Aug 2021 07:14:08 +0000<![CDATA[ While your business may have an established customer base, it’s important to constantly look for new customers. Generating sales leads is essential to securing new customers, and there are multiple strategies you can use to acquire those leads.  How to generate sales leads If you need to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-generate-sales-leads/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-generate-sales-leads/AdviceFri, 20 Aug 2021 06:37:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Chances are, you’ve put careful thought into your employee onboarding process for new hires, but it’s equally important to address your employee offboarding process.  An employee’s departure can be difficult, but having a checklist and a plan in place ensures that by the time your employee’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/offboarding-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/offboarding-checklist/AdviceThu, 19 Aug 2021 12:44:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Data is an invaluable resource. If you’re a data analyst or someone who works frequently with data, you may find it easy to appreciate complex data without much help. But this isn’t the case for everyone. Often, different groups need help understanding the data presented to them and some have t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/explain-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/explain-data/AdviceThu, 19 Aug 2021 12:10:54 +0000<![CDATA[ With so many businesses setting their sights on just getting through the pandemic, the idea of investing in innovation might seem a little impractical. But as Bill Gates has written, global innovation will be the key to stopping Covid-19. What’s more, innovation will be the key to surviving for man...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/your-innovation-muscle/https://www.jotform.com/blog/your-innovation-muscle/BackstageThu, 19 Aug 2021 07:46:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Connect your to-do list and calendar Streamline repetitive tasks Take it to the cloud Embrace the possibilities of robotic process automation In business, you don’t have to do everything yourself. You have access to a variety of resources from your own team to local chambers of com...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-tasks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-tasks/AdviceThu, 19 Aug 2021 07:25:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Merchant accounts let businesses accept credit card payments. Stripe also lets businesses accept credit card payments. So, what exactly is the difference? The short answer A merchant account is a type of business banking account. It allows a business to accept credit card payments electronica...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-merchant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-merchant/IndustriesWed, 18 Aug 2021 13:15:47 +0000<![CDATA[ No one likes to repeat themselves. Repetition is even less welcome in the office, where almost 70 percent of employees feel like they’re always working on repetitive tasks.  Even worse, completing tedious tasks leaves little room for employee creativity. When lower-order concerns zap your m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-repetitive-tasks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automate-repetitive-tasks/AdviceWed, 18 Aug 2021 11:45:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Reinforce basic knowledge Ask your team what they need Plan it out Train your team Implement automation Practice and improve Leverage Jotform for the B2B sales process With business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce sales reaching $2.19 trillion in 2020, it’s clear sales drive t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-sales-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-sales-process/AdviceWed, 18 Aug 2021 10:52:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether it’s for a seasonal campaign or a years-long rebranding initiative, a marketing campaign works best when there’s diligent, intentional, and thorough planning involved.  Marketing planning is an essential and multistep process that an organization must undertake if it wants its initi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-planning-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-planning-templates/AdviceTue, 17 Aug 2021 16:28:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Fanbooster MeetEdgar Hootsuite Sprinklr Loomly Zoho Social Sprout Social As more marketers realize the importance of participating in social networks, interacting with influencers, and leveraging multiple social media channels, they also see the amount of time it takes to e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/buffer-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/buffer-alternatives/AdviceTue, 17 Aug 2021 14:40:17 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm was excited to discover that popular review site, G2, named us number 1 in the Online Form Builder category of its 2021 Summer Report. Each quarter, G2 releases a report of highly ranked business software and services that showcase reviews from hundreds of real G2 users. And for three...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/g2-summer-2021-online-form-builder-report/https://www.jotform.com/blog/g2-summer-2021-online-form-builder-report/ProductTue, 17 Aug 2021 11:18:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Perfectionism is a trait that sounds like it should be positive  who doesn’t like things to be perfect? It brings to mind exacting order, flawless execution, something done over and over again until it shines. And that’s great, if you’re talking about practicing a speech or nailing a recipe. But...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/beating-perfectionism/https://www.jotform.com/blog/beating-perfectionism/BackstageTue, 17 Aug 2021 09:34:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Nonprofit organizations across the country perform good works like caring for shelter animals, transporting dialysis patients, tutoring underprivileged children, and more. Some 63 million Americans volunteer in their communities each year. Yet most volunteer programs wouldn’t exist without the fina...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit-fundraising/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit-fundraising/GuidesMon, 16 Aug 2021 12:59:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Communicate with leads and customers Track sales activities Generate and manage leads Finalize contracts and proposals For some, the phrase “sales process automation” sounds like an oxymoron. How can impersonal, mechanical procedures handle such a trust-driven relationship? But under...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-process-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-process-automation/AdviceMon, 16 Aug 2021 12:31:04 +0000<![CDATA[ In cities around the world, we’re beginning to return to the office, enjoy public parks, and resume eating at restaurants and going to entertainment venues. Though there’s still work to be done in many countries, day to day life is beginning to get back to “normal” for many of us. This return to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-facilitates-vaccination-efforts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-facilitates-vaccination-efforts/HealthcareMon, 16 Aug 2021 08:19:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Administrators, faculty, and staff: No matter your role in education, your students recently started the academic year. That means it’s your time to shine, and JotForm Enterprise is here to make you a star. After all, what other single tool allows you to easily and securely create exams for student...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-school-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-school-webinar/EnterpriseFri, 13 Aug 2021 14:14:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Decide what kind of talent show you want to have Choose a date Create an organizing committee and subcommittees Secure the venue Recruit the talent and hold auditions Promote your talent show Enjoy the show! Whether they’re at state fairs and high schools or on prime-time n...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-organize-a-talent-show/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-organize-a-talent-show/AdviceFri, 13 Aug 2021 11:45:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Successful project managers are always focused on ensuring that their teams complete projects on schedule and within budget, but this is much harder to do than most people realize. Complex projects often end up taking longer and costing more than what was originally planned.  There’s a lot ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/change-control-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/change-control-process/AdviceFri, 13 Aug 2021 07:06:08 +0000<![CDATA[ 7shifts Jolt ZoomShift Humanity Push When I Work Sling Harri Restaurant Ops Schedulefly Whether it’s employees swapping shifts or managers creating events, restaurants are constantly creating and rearranging their employee schedules. That’s why it’s so important fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-scheduling-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-scheduling-software/AdviceThu, 12 Aug 2021 11:39:56 +0000<![CDATA[ As a business leader, staying competitive is always at the forefront of your mind. If competitors outpace you, you could lose market share and customers and say goodbye to your bottom line. How do you avoid this undesirable chain of events? Well, one factor that underpins your competitive edge ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-kaizen/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-kaizen/AdviceThu, 12 Aug 2021 10:35:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Your business has crucial IT needs. For example, it relies on computer systems and technology to manage internal processes and fulfill customer-facing activities. So the more coordinated your IT team or department is, the more productive and efficient your organization will be. Automating your I...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/it-workflow-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/it-workflow-automation/AdviceThu, 12 Aug 2021 08:05:52 +0000<![CDATA[ As COVID-19 descended on the United States in 2020, health authorities and businesses developed a number of tools and techniques to help minimize its spread. From social distancing to temperature checks, they tried to develop simple processes that prevented coronavirus from spreading from person to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/usa-states-used-jotform-to-screen-covid-19/https://www.jotform.com/blog/usa-states-used-jotform-to-screen-covid-19/IndustriesThu, 12 Aug 2021 07:33:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Smartwaiver WaiverSign CleverWaiver WaiverForever WaiverFile Wherewolf Waiver Electronic There’s risk involved in almost any kind of business, but some businesses definitely face more risks than others. That said, even if you don’t sell adventure services like sk...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/online-waiver-software/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/online-waiver-software/AdviceWed, 11 Aug 2021 07:13:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Goal setting: Goal setting involves defining specific objectives for employees to achieve. Managers then use these goals to assess employees' performance. Feedback from colleagues: Feedback from colleagues is constructive input from coworkers to improve performance and professional growth. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-evaluation-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-evaluation-process/AdviceWed, 11 Aug 2021 05:52:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Sharing customer testimonials is one of the most powerful ways to market your business. They help you connect with customers, earn their trust, build customer loyalty, and even explain the benefits of your products and services.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5xxyCb1SDg Maria ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-ask-for-testimonials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-ask-for-testimonials/IndustriesTue, 10 Aug 2021 18:30:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you know how your customers feel about your company? What about your products and service offerings or the support they get from your team? If you’re not keeping track of customer satisfaction, you’re missing out on prime opportunities to increase revenue and business growth. Maybe you think ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/customer-satisfaction/https://www.jotform.com/customer-satisfaction/GuidesTue, 10 Aug 2021 15:09:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Docusign Dropbox Sign (formerly known as HelloSign) Adobe Acrobat/PDF Jotform Electronic signatures have gone from being a convenience to a necessity as more and more people start their own businesses and work remotely. E-signatures are also important for businesses that have paper-...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-create-an-electronic-signature/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-create-an-electronic-signature/AdviceTue, 10 Aug 2021 05:45:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Now that we’ve entered a new phase of the pandemic, you may know someone who has recently left their job. Some traded working in a high profile role for a great company and now have a ton of new options that fit the lifestyle they want (remote work, wellness reimbursements, etc.). Others ditched a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/great-resignation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/great-resignation/AdviceTue, 10 Aug 2021 04:55:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Upserve MarketMan Toast MarginEdge Oracle MICROS xtraCHEF by Toast Restaurant365 Lavu TouchBistro Any establishment that serves food and drink can benefit from restaurant inventory software. These tools are essential for helping restaurant owners streamline food order...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-inventory-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-inventory-software/AdviceMon, 09 Aug 2021 14:45:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Pick a website builder Set up hosting and a domain name Create a professional-looking design Add your order form Connect a payment platform Create your call to action https://youtu.be/_p1j7At41nU The future of selling is online. When COVID-19 restrictions closed many brick-and-mo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-website-with-online-ordering/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-website-with-online-ordering/AdviceMon, 09 Aug 2021 13:53:41 +0000<![CDATA[ There are many tools that can help nonprofits succeed. All-in-one donation management platforms are the most effective software for helping nonprofits reach their goals. With the right platform at their disposal, nonprofit organizations don’t have to spend more on ancillary tools. Little Green L...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/little-green-light-vs-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/little-green-light-vs-salesforce/AdviceMon, 09 Aug 2021 13:39:15 +0000<![CDATA[ How much time is your team wasting on repetitive tasks? If you aren’t leveraging automation, your business is likely leaving money on the table. It’s easy to get trapped in the same manual processes you’ve been using for years. But if you want to help your business grow, you need to incorporate...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/manual-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/manual-process/AdviceFri, 06 Aug 2021 07:27:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Nonprofits are no stranger to massive data sets. Whether it’s information on donors, donations, or fundraising campaigns, there’s a lot to keep track of, and it’s often more than a couple of spreadsheets can handle. That’s why many nonprofits turn to donor management platforms to help. Tools lik...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donorperfect-vs-raisers-edge/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donorperfect-vs-raisers-edge/AdviceFri, 06 Aug 2021 05:12:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Neve Astra OceanWP Divi GeneratePress The single most important function of your business’s website is to generate leads that eventually become paying customers.  If you’re building a website with WordPress, one of the most popular web builders on the market, you’ll need ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-generation-wordpress-theme/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-generation-wordpress-theme/AdviceFri, 06 Aug 2021 04:55:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Optimized workflows guide your team and lead to consistent results. While it takes time to implement new workflows, it’s worth the effort. These systems not only improve productivity, but they also reduce the risk of redundant effort and human error. A workflow is a predefined sequence of tasks ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/accounting-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/accounting-workflow/AdviceThu, 05 Aug 2021 12:46:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Evaluate your current processes Prioritize projects and goals Design effective workflows Leverage automation Analyze and strategize Improving workflow efficiency is one of the best ways a company can find cost savings and improve the bottom line. But where do you begin? To understan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-efficiency/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-efficiency/AdviceThu, 05 Aug 2021 12:04:32 +0000<![CDATA[ To find the top talent in today’s rapidly changing job market, you need cutting-edge tools and techniques. One of the best ways to find reliable talent is with small, niche job boards. Creating your own with JotForm is easy and doesn’t require any coding knowledge. Here’s how to do it. Creating ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-job-board/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-job-board/AdviceThu, 05 Aug 2021 10:35:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Every entrepreneur knows that there’s no such thing as a chaos-free startup. Just as you need wind to sail, founders need movement and innovation to push their businesses forward. Without it, they risk stagnation. Unfortunately for the control freaks among us, this constant disruption to the sta...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/manage-chaos/https://www.jotform.com/blog/manage-chaos/BackstageThu, 05 Aug 2021 09:39:23 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re searching for a customer relationship management (CRM) system for your nonprofit, there are two major players to choose between: Blackbaud and Salesforce. Blackbaud is a technology and software company specifically focused on helping nonprofits. It offers a dedicated enterprise CRM pro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/blackbaud-vs-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/blackbaud-vs-salesforce/AdviceThu, 05 Aug 2021 08:43:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Your website is not only a critical part of your business, it’s also an extension of who you are. It shows the world what you’re offering, and it tells a story. Your website’s aesthetic is specific to your brand. So when you add tools and extensions to your website, it’s important that they matc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-product-catalog-without-e-commerce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-product-catalog-without-e-commerce/AdviceWed, 04 Aug 2021 07:25:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Determining if the request is in scope or out of scope Gathering data Initiating the change request approval workflow Communicating approvals Change is inevitable, especially when you’re running a business. Whether changes are initiated in-house or through a client, they can fund...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/change-request-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/change-request-process/AdviceWed, 04 Aug 2021 07:24:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys  Interviews Observation Document review and secondary data collection  Whether you want to improve your company’s services, identify potential new products, understand buyer motivations, increase customer satisfaction, or plan your next marketing campaign, data col...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quantitative-data-collection-methods/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quantitative-data-collection-methods/AdviceTue, 03 Aug 2021 12:38:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Define what you want from a workflow Choose an ERP tool Transfer relevant data to your ERP system Map out your workflow When enterprise resource planning (ERP) software first appeared in the late 1990s, it transformed the way businesses use technology to run essential tasks in accou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/erp-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/erp-workflow/AdviceTue, 03 Aug 2021 12:12:37 +0000<![CDATA[ What is free, but priceless? It can’t be owned, but can be used. And once it’s lost, you can never get it back. The answer is time. Time is the most valuable thing we have, and unfortunately, it is a finite resource. Of course, that doesn’t stop Silicon Valley from trying to disrupt it. They spe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/myth-of-time-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/myth-of-time-management/BackstageTue, 03 Aug 2021 09:13:18 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s almost no part of running a business that doesn’t involve vendors landlords, utilities, inventory suppliers, caterers, consultants, and software providers the list is endless. It doesn’t matter what or who your vendors are. What counts is how you manage them every day because when ven...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-management-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-management-best-practices/AdviceTue, 03 Aug 2021 08:56:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform PDF Editor HotDocs PandaDoc Templafy Gavel (formerly known as Documate) Conga Woodpecker Document automation software dramatically saves time and reduces errors by auto-populating new documents and streamlining document workflows. https://youtu.be/aU6MJynb9SQ ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-automation-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-automation-software/AdviceMon, 02 Aug 2021 14:47:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Email marketing is ever-changing. And in our new normal, it’s never been more important to stay up to speed with trends and learn how best to reach both remote and in-person audiences. In this webinar, we’ve partnered with renowned Forbes small business columnist Gene Marks and email marketing i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-webinar/AdviceMon, 02 Aug 2021 11:48:21 +0000<![CDATA[ One-on-one interviews Open-ended surveys and questionnaires Focus groups Observation Case studies Data collection is an important tool for understanding the behavior and motivations of your audience. It helps you gather intel on the kinds of products, services, and initiatives th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualitative-data-collection-methods/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualitative-data-collection-methods/AdviceMon, 02 Aug 2021 08:57:11 +0000<![CDATA[ A team of reliable, skilled employees is key to the success of your business. To make sure you have a solid team, you need to not only support current staff members but also invest in an effective talent acquisition process. Because employee turnover is inevitable in every business, you need a s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/talent-acquisition-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/talent-acquisition-process/AdviceFri, 30 Jul 2021 15:03:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Jira Redmine Freshservice GitHub JotForm Zoho Desk Bug tracking is a central responsibility of any help desk or IT department, and it’s important to stay on top of issues so the IT team can promptly resolve them. But managing the bug tracking workflow isn’t always easy, and po...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/issue-tracking-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/issue-tracking-system/AdviceFri, 30 Jul 2021 12:11:58 +0000<![CDATA[ BMC Control-M SMA OpCon Atgen A2 Jotform Relay by Puppet ActiveBatch The very nature of IT makes it difficult to efficiently manage an IT business or department. Every business needs to balance tools, technology, different locations, and more and that takes time and resources...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/it-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/it-automation/AdviceFri, 30 Jul 2021 07:55:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Each business has a responsibility to ensure that the workplace is safe for everyone onsite, with protocols to reduce the risk of injury and accident. Even if you’re proactive with adequate safety measures, you can’t eliminate the possibility of an injury. It’s crucial for you to be prepared for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/incident-reporting-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/incident-reporting-process/AdviceThu, 29 Jul 2021 15:12:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Building a beautiful and functional website requires careful planning and preparation. Depending on the size and type of website, it can take anywhere from a few days to several months. So it’s important to create a web design workflow that facilitates the process. Elliot Olsen, web designer and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-design-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-design-workflow/AdviceThu, 29 Jul 2021 14:30:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever gone to a noticeably disorganized coffee shop? Sometimes they call out your order by name; other times it’s by item. Sometimes they bring your food to the table, and other times you have to get it yourself. It makes you wonder because they do it every day why their process isn’t ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-management-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/case-management-process/AdviceThu, 29 Jul 2021 12:59:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Being a natural genius is overrated. This isn’t to say I don’t value the contributions of great men and women. But hear me out: I’d much rather be a cultivated learner  someone who reads because of their curiosity, rather than because I was born with some supreme innate knowledge. Even Alb...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/acquiring-wisdom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/acquiring-wisdom/BackstageThu, 29 Jul 2021 10:40:32 +0000<![CDATA[ The impact Google has as a company is immeasurable. The tech giant has completely changed the way we communicate and access information. The brand is so ingrained in culture that if you want to know the answer to something, someone will tell you to “Google it.” There aren’t very many companies t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-google-sheets/GuidesWed, 28 Jul 2021 11:43:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether it’s at the DMV, during school registration, or at the doctor’s office, almost everyone has had to fill out a stack of paperwork with all the usual information like name, address, and phone number. The thing is, you’ll often find yourself filling out that basic information over and over...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-prefill/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-prefill/AdviceTue, 27 Jul 2021 18:47:46 +0000<![CDATA[ We were all seated around a long oval table, my colleagues and I listening intently as our supervisor rambled on in a lengthy monologue. We’d just spent the past two hours watching him enthusiastically brief us on a new project. There was just one problem. Not once did he stop and ask for our...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-of-open-mindedness/https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-of-open-mindedness/BackstageTue, 27 Jul 2021 10:48:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine you have an interested buyer for your product. They cruise your attractive website, pick out the amazing product they want, and go to your checkout. Then, when it comes time for the big moment, they abandon your cart. Why? For many customers especially outside the U.S. where credit c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-stripe-checkout-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-stripe-checkout-integration/IndustriesMon, 26 Jul 2021 09:39:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Businesses thrive when they make it easy for their customers to pay them. And it doesn’t get much easier than automatically receiving subscription payments after a customer enters their information only once. That’s why we’re happy to announce an improved recurring payments experience using JotF...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improvements-to-square-subscription-payments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improvements-to-square-subscription-payments/IndustriesMon, 26 Jul 2021 08:23:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you ever get questions about whether you accept Apple Pay as a payment method on your order forms? If you’ve felt some anxiety responding to this question, worry no longer: Your business can answer with an emphatic yes. Apple Pay, a digital wallet and credit card alternative that simplifie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/accept-payments-using-apple-pay/https://www.jotform.com/blog/accept-payments-using-apple-pay/IndustriesMon, 26 Jul 2021 08:00:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Prior to the pandemic, those who used smartphones the most were spending four hours and 30 minutes per day on their mobile devices, and there’s a good chance that usage has climbed even higher since. With people spending so much time on smartphones, it’s a good bet that they want to use them to pay...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/accept-payments-using-google-pay/https://www.jotform.com/blog/accept-payments-using-google-pay/IndustriesMon, 26 Jul 2021 07:46:48 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm’s new Stripe Checkout integration makes streamlining the payment collection process a breeze  no matter what you’re selling or who you’re selling to. In "Explore the Stripe Checkout difference" we share everything you need to know about JotForm and Stripe Checkout. Check it out belo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-checkout-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-checkout-webinar/IndustriesMon, 26 Jul 2021 07:14:37 +0000<![CDATA[ As the founder and CEO of JotForm, I’ve fielded many questions from users over the past 15 years. These questions range from company-focused to product-focused to everything in between. One question that comes up often is, “Why doesn’t JotForm charge transaction fees on payments?” Today, I...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-jotform-doesnt-charge-transaction-fees-on-payments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-jotform-doesnt-charge-transaction-fees-on-payments/ProductMon, 26 Jul 2021 07:14:19 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s 2021, and the maker economy is booming. Tools like JotForm are democratizing software development, making it easier than ever to get your business up and running. From contract generation to e-commerce, our no-code drag-and-drop tool helps millions of users every day.  In our free webi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/no-code-business-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/no-code-business-webinar/ProductWed, 21 Jul 2021 18:59:15 +0000<![CDATA[ A variety of companies use kanban to make sure they know what to work on and how long to work on it. Though each company may adopt different aspects of kanban, one thing they all do is divide work into stages represented in columns on a kanban board. Usually, tasks are listed via kanban cards that ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-formula/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-formula/AdviceSat, 17 Jul 2021 11:18:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Lean management has completely changed the business world over the last 30 years. In fact, it’s now so ingrained in business culture that we’re not fully aware when a particular process stems from the lean methodology. At its core, lean eliminates waste to maximize value for customers. Much of t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-thinking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-thinking/AdviceWed, 14 Jul 2021 11:39:17 +0000<![CDATA[ The perfect employee onboarding process prepares each new hire to succeed, starting from their first day on the job. That’s why there’s such a strong correlation between a welcoming, well-considered onboarding process and employee retention. Many businesses rush their onboarding process, cutting...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-onboarding-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-onboarding-process/AdviceWed, 14 Jul 2021 07:20:36 +0000<![CDATA[ The lean methodology has transformed business, design, engineering, and manufacturing organizations around the world. And they all have an automaker to thank for it. Back in the 1950s, before it became known around the world as an automotive giant, Toyota was on the verge of bankruptcy, producin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-waste/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-waste/AdviceTue, 13 Jul 2021 16:07:47 +0000<![CDATA[ For as long as there have been jobs, there’s been the office. The idea of a central work location is ingrained in cultures around the world. People wake up, make coffee, eat breakfast, and commute to their place of work. Offices are where company cultures are nurtured and where employees work to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/return-to-office-guidelines/https://www.jotform.com/return-to-office-guidelines/GuidesTue, 13 Jul 2021 08:05:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Process-improvement interview questions help your organization gain a better understanding of the role employees play in optimizing elements of the business. Process improvement should never be a top-down initiative that doesn’t involve the employees who actually participate in the processes. In...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-interview-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-interview-questions/AdviceMon, 12 Jul 2021 15:00:41 +0000<![CDATA[ The speed of work is always increasing, but it’s not just because of advances in technology and machinery. The way people work together is changing as well, thanks to advanced efficiency and improved collective productivity. For decades, one of the primary ways to improve workflows has been adop...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-pillars/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-pillars/AdviceMon, 12 Jul 2021 12:06:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Constant workflow bottlenecks, wasted resources, lack of ROI, and frustrated employees make it challenging for any organization to reach its business goals. That’s why it’s important to use a process-improvement methodology to ensure you’re removing obstacles and streamlining workflows to make y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/practical-process-improvement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/practical-process-improvement/AdviceFri, 09 Jul 2021 13:15:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Over the past year, the COVID-19 pandemic has been an equalizer. There isn’t a single person the virus hasn’t affected in some way. It has disrupted everyone’s day-to-day routines. We haven’t seen our friends in a year, and leaving our homes has required masking up. But in the United States, all...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/return-to-work-strategy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/return-to-work-strategy/AdviceFri, 09 Jul 2021 12:51:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Map out the existing process Analyze where the issues lie Redesign the process Create a process improvement implementation team Implement the new process Monitor and adjust the process as needed A bad process results in workflow bottlenecks, missed deadlines, incomplete data, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-process-improvement-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-process-improvement-plan/AdviceFri, 09 Jul 2021 05:37:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Forming Storming Norming Performing When the Agile Manifesto was published in 2001, it addressed the limitations of traditional manufacturing and workflow philosophies, quickly making it one of the most popular approaches to software development. Even as the agile framework chang...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-workflow/AdviceThu, 08 Jul 2021 08:53:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose priorities carefully Enhance the delivery of patient care Improve patient flow Create a common language Prioritize process KPIs Celebrate early impact Focus on the data Process improvement is the practice of identifying, analyzing, and improving on an organization’s ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-in-healthcare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-in-healthcare/IndustriesThu, 08 Jul 2021 08:26:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Rome wasn’t built in a day. That’s just one of the many truisms concocted by the English playwright John Heywood. While it wasn’t his only one  you’re probably also familiar with his other work, such as “Out of sight out of mind” and “Better late than never”  it does have particular resonance wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/first-step-to-success/https://www.jotform.com/blog/first-step-to-success/BackstageThu, 08 Jul 2021 07:46:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Your organization should never conduct business process improvement in a bubble. Instead, it’s crucial to gain vital information and insight by looking outside your company to peers, partners, and even competitors to see how they optimize processes to achieve business goals.  Jotform Workfl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-improvement-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-improvement-examples/AdviceThu, 08 Jul 2021 06:03:42 +0000<![CDATA[ If your organization is dealing with frustrated employees and customers, bottlenecks in workflows, and ineffective use of resources, it’s time to begin process improvement efforts.  However, if your employees are working on multiple projects with tight deadlines, it can be difficult to add ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-teams/AdviceWed, 07 Jul 2021 08:50:27 +0000<![CDATA[ In any endeavor, you’re more likely to succeed when you consult with those who are most impacted by your decisions. In your business, when you involve employee feedback in your decision-making, you make your team feel included and more engaged, leading to higher profits and a happier workplace. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/return-to-office-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/return-to-office-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 07 Jul 2021 07:55:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Decide what progress looks like Determine how you’ll collect and use data Make a visual plan Hold regular check-ins Invest in project tracking software When your business undertakes a project, effective project tracking is essential to its success. The more transparent you can make...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-progress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-progress/AdviceTue, 06 Jul 2021 15:46:28 +0000<![CDATA[ State your plans Be sympathetic Open up a dialogue Lay out your expectations Create a filing system Create a seamless transition Even in a digital format, there’s something classic about a letter. Unlike an email about donuts in the breakroom, letters signal a certain formality. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/return-to-office-announcement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/return-to-office-announcement/AdviceTue, 06 Jul 2021 14:52:44 +0000<![CDATA[ As entrepreneurs, we tend to look outside of our companies to reinvigorate our talent pool. In the past year, however, recruiting trends have started to shift. According to a recent LinkedIn survey of over 1,500 talent professionals, internal mobility has increased nearly 20% year over year. Half o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/retain-employees/https://www.jotform.com/blog/retain-employees/BackstageTue, 06 Jul 2021 08:41:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Being in charge of planning a vacation Bible school (VBS) is an important responsibility. These summer events provide opportunities for children in the congregation to have fun, strengthen their faith, and make new friends. Most vacation Bible schools are week-long events, with plenty of activit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-plan-a-successful-vacation-bible-school/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-plan-a-successful-vacation-bible-school/AdviceTue, 06 Jul 2021 07:44:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Is your organization struggling to be productive and efficient? If your customers aren’t getting results and your employees are frustrated because they can’t achieve their targets, something may be wrong with your company’s processes. Process improvement is the practice of optimizing performance...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-goals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/process-improvement-goals/AdviceMon, 05 Jul 2021 14:03:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform PandaDoc Better Proposals Prospero Proposify HoneyBook QuoteWerks Proposals are an important element of any small business. The goal of these persuasive sales documents is to sell the benefits of working with your company, set you apart from the competition, demonst...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/proposal-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/proposal-management-software/AdviceMon, 05 Jul 2021 12:56:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Make a plan Sanitize your office Establish communication Prepare to adapt Develop a tracking system Get organized Lists are everywhere. Besides being a popular way to rank Friends characters or the best baseball players, they’re also a great way to stay organized. Making a lis...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/return-to-office-after-covid-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/return-to-office-after-covid-checklist/AdviceMon, 05 Jul 2021 12:50:05 +0000<![CDATA[ GraceSoft Easy InnKeeping ThinkReservations Using Jotform to take hotel reservations Sirvoy Hotelogix Cloudbeds Book It Now Little Hotelier Everyone loves a good vacation, and since interstate travel will be getting back to normal this summer, it’s time for hotels to pre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/reservation-management-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/reservation-management-system/AdviceFri, 02 Jul 2021 08:34:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Open-ended questions Closed-ended questions Nominal questions Benchmarkable questions Multiple-choice questions Yes or no questions Dropdown questions Image choice questions Click map questions Constant sum survey questions Rating scales Slider questions Likert...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-question-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-question-examples/AdviceThu, 01 Jul 2021 12:38:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Discipline. Persistence. Motivation. Creativity. As an entrepreneur, these are important  some might even argue, indispensable  traits to possess. But having high emotional intelligence is the difference between being able to start a business, and being able to make a business last. This may ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/strategic-agility/https://www.jotform.com/blog/strategic-agility/BackstageThu, 01 Jul 2021 10:29:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Mailchimp Jotform Trello Slack Asana Hootsuite Buffer WordPress Calendar Wix Canva Salesforce HubSpot Dropbox Gusto SEMrush LinkedIn Zapier PayPal When you’re bootstrapping your startup, you want to get a positive return on ever...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-tools/AdviceWed, 30 Jun 2021 12:16:07 +0000<![CDATA[ The human resources department plays a critical role in ensuring employees are engaged, fulfilled, and performing to the best of their abilities. No matter the organization’s industry or size, a dedicated human resources staffer or department is key to ensuring its employees often called a busines...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/importance-of-human-resource-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/importance-of-human-resource-management/Latest ArticlesWed, 30 Jun 2021 08:33:17 +0000<![CDATA[ I’m recovering from an addiction. I bet you have it, too. It might not seem nefarious. You might not even know you have it. It’s not as pervasive as coffee or even cell phones. But over time, if not addressed, it could put your business in jeopardy, and you likely won’t even realize until it’s t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-prioritization/https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-prioritization/BackstageTue, 29 Jun 2021 08:43:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Both Dropbox and OneDrive are well-known, secure, and reliable cloud storage solutions. There isn’t much of a difference between the two, so making an informed decision about which one to use can be a challenge. Overview Dropbox is the original cloud-based file storage and sharing app. Other ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-vs-onedrive/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-vs-onedrive/AdviceTue, 29 Jun 2021 07:47:31 +0000<![CDATA[ In the field of HR, you may have heard discussions about human capital management vs human resource management. While these concepts are similar and overlap in many ways, it’s important to understand the distinctions.  When you know the difference between the two approaches, you can select ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/human-capital-management-vs-human-resource-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/human-capital-management-vs-human-resource-management/AdviceTue, 29 Jun 2021 07:43:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Revisit your policies Work together Consider out-of-the-box ideas Encourage employees and stay positive Make allowances when necessary Track judiciously Cross-train to prepare for absences Create a clear request template Automate the time-off request process Revisit and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-employee-time-off-requests/https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-employee-time-off-requests/AdviceMon, 28 Jun 2021 14:51:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Tracking habits allows people to see how they can improve in different areas, including their spending. The same concept applies to your business. Tracking expenses is one of the keys to good budget management and profit growth. When you don’t track expenses correctly, you can underestimate or o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-record-a-reimbursement-in-quickbooks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-record-a-reimbursement-in-quickbooks/AdviceMon, 28 Jun 2021 13:13:21 +0000<![CDATA[ As your business grows, the simple bookkeeping system you started with eventually becomes  more elaborate. You start to need a greater understanding of financial standards and complex mathematical functions, as well as how to manage numerous stakeholders throughout financial processes. For ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/financial-process-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/financial-process-automation/AdviceMon, 28 Jun 2021 12:32:41 +0000<![CDATA[ OpenWater Jotform SurveyMonkey Apply Award Force Submittable Zengine AwardSpring Blackbaud Award Management Foundant Evalato Scholarship management software is a software as a service (SaaS) solution that helps education and scholarship organizations streamline and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/scholarship-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/scholarship-management-software/AdviceFri, 25 Jun 2021 14:22:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Eventzilla ePly Eventbrite Socio Cvent Eventleaf GTR RSVPify There are many benefits to holding a conference. For starters, it’s a great way to bring together industry professionals to share ideas and network not to mention, it’s a great promo for your compan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/conference-registration-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/conference-registration-software/Latest ArticlesFri, 25 Jun 2021 12:13:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose a platform Make an initial donation to support your relief fund Decide who’s eligible to receive relief funds Determine and document the application process Create an online application for requesting funds Promote your relief fund Begin the review process Notify recipients and awa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-set-up-a-relief-fund/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-set-up-a-relief-fund/AdviceFri, 25 Jun 2021 11:18:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you putting off transitioning to paperless document management? Here are some statistics that might surprise you:  On average, employees spend 50 percent of their time on document creation.   As part of their daily work, employees may spend as much as 18 minutes trying to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-management-benefits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-management-benefits/AdviceThu, 24 Jun 2021 11:38:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Recently, my company JotForm rounded the one-year-mark since beginning to work remotely. During our weekly video conference, I gave the team a walking tour of our updated San Francisco headquarters. It was a fun way to shake up our virtual meetings, but my real objective was to reconnect employees ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-goal-setting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-goal-setting/BackstageThu, 24 Jun 2021 09:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ There are several approaches to human resource management. How do you know which one is right for your organization? It depends on the needs of your business and employees and the short-term and long-term goals you want to achieve.  You can set the right course for your company’s future by ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/traditional-vs-strategic-human-resource-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/traditional-vs-strategic-human-resource-management/AdviceThu, 24 Jun 2021 08:06:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Adobe Audience Manager Cloudera Lotame Mapp Acquire Oracle DMP Panoply SAS Data Management Snowflake Data management software tools, also known as data management platforms (DMPs), help organizations better manage and use their data. For many businesses, DMPs are essenti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-data-management-software-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-data-management-software-tools/AdviceThu, 24 Jun 2021 07:23:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Businesses create, collect, and use data every day. They’re inundated with it customer names and addresses, number of visitors per day, page views on a website, clock-in times, monthly spend, and so on.  But the amount of data makes it impossible for a human to review and use it as is. To ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/data-filtering/https://www.jotform.com/data-filtering/GuidesWed, 23 Jun 2021 11:59:14 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s unlikely that the world will ever return exactly to the way it was before COVID, but as more people get vaccinated, most of us are embracing the reopening of restaurants, theaters, sports stadiums, and more.  As a result, many businesses are beginning to plan for a return to the workpl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/return-to-office-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/return-to-office-webinar/ProductWed, 23 Jun 2021 07:45:58 +0000<![CDATA[ If your company is just starting out or trying to cut costs, you probably don’t want to spend a ton of money on job postings. A recent study shows that during the coronavirus pandemic, nearly 66 percent of the companies surveyed listed hiring as one of the budget cuts they decided to make. Payin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/where-can-i-post-a-job-listing-for-free/https://www.jotform.com/blog/where-can-i-post-a-job-listing-for-free/AdviceWed, 23 Jun 2021 05:08:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Deepak Chopra may be best known as a self-help guru, but he’s also a successful entrepreneur who claims to have built a multi-million dollar brand using only the power of his mind. In a seminar at Kellogg School of Management, Chopra told his audience that great leaders are those that can find wisd...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/order-from-chaos/https://www.jotform.com/blog/order-from-chaos/BackstageTue, 22 Jun 2021 13:49:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Retailers know that customers love a good deal. A well-timed sale can get customers to flock to the store and spend their hard-earned money.  The only thing customers may value more than an enticing “buy one, get one” (BOGO) offer is convenience. In fact, a 2020 report by the National Retai...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-click-and-collect/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-click-and-collect/AdviceTue, 22 Jun 2021 12:42:03 +0000<![CDATA[ The tech industry is overflowing with acronyms like NAS, BaaS, IaaS, SaaS, IPS, DMS, and ECM. Trying to make sense of it all can be difficult. But investing in technology isn’t cheap, which is why it’s essential for you to have a good understanding of exactly what type of tech solution you need an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-content-management-vs-document-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-content-management-vs-document-management/AdviceTue, 22 Jun 2021 10:41:06 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/ml74vDwz7FU Summer camps are popular for children of all ages, promising fun educational activities and unique experiences through in-person gatherings. Unfortunately, when the COVID-19 pandemic spread in the summer of 2020, organizations quickly canceled group events. Now ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-summer-camp/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-summer-camp/Latest ArticlesTue, 22 Jun 2021 06:59:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Question fatigue we’ve all been there. You’re buying something from your favorite company or registering for next semester’s courses or doing an annual emergency contact list update for work, and there are just so many questions. And they’re all required? Forget it. You don’t really need that jack...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-prefill-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-prefill-webinar/ProductMon, 21 Jun 2021 08:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re communicating with prospective customers or existing customers, what’s important is making their experience and interactions with your organization as valuable as possible. That’s why so many companies house their customer details in their Salesforce account. Founded in 1999, Sale...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-prefill-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-prefill-salesforce/ProductMon, 21 Jun 2021 07:41:45 +0000<![CDATA[ With more than 110,000 customers using its powerful and easy-to-use tools, HubSpot is a leader in customer relationship management (CRM) software. HubSpot’s CRM helps you manage all of your customer details as well as content, marketing, and sales workflows in one centralized place. Today, we’re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-prefill-hubspot/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crm-prefill-hubspot/ProductMon, 21 Jun 2021 07:41:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Picture it: You’ve rolled out the first of many forms you’ll use to collect very important client data for your business, but sadly you’re not getting the response rate you hoped for. Sure, certain factors can get in the way of a higher response rate (length, design, form type, etc.); that’s whe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/announcing-jotform-prefill/https://www.jotform.com/announcing-jotform-prefill/GuidesMon, 21 Jun 2021 07:41:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Calling all students! We’re excited to announce that JotForm has launched a free Student Survey Program that provides you with unlimited submissions to JotForm surveys. Oftentimes survey software is pricey, making it difficult to conduct research and surveys. Instead, students tend to go the ine...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-free-student-survey-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-free-student-survey-program/IndustriesMon, 21 Jun 2021 07:25:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Select a theme Recruit artists to exhibit Convey exhibition terms to artists Choose the work to exhibit Choose live or online Have an opening however you can Setting up an art exhibition is always an administrative and logistical challenge, but at least in normal times you get to rela...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-an-art-exhibition/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-an-art-exhibition/AdviceFri, 18 Jun 2021 17:48:44 +0000<![CDATA[ If you run a charity, chances are you’re often looking for creative ways to fundraise. Asking for donations isn’t easy, but holding events, offering services, and using online donation tools can help your organization come up with the extra money you need to keep supporting your cause.  Jot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/charity-fundraising-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/charity-fundraising-ideas/NonprofitsFri, 18 Jun 2021 06:06:53 +0000<![CDATA[ From recruiting and hiring, to onboarding and training, to payroll and benefits administration, a human resources department plays a vital role in any organization. It supports employers and employees, ensuring they have access to the systems, processes, resources, and policies they need to do thei...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-hrms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-hrms/AdviceFri, 18 Jun 2021 04:57:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Does your human resource department take a reactive approach or a proactive approach to its activities? If you find that HR is always trying to keep up with the demands of your business, it’s likely you aren’t practicing strategic human resource management.  https://youtu.be/MH4danTOVmE ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/strategic-human-resource-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/strategic-human-resource-management/AdviceThu, 17 Jun 2021 10:52:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Roadmap Planner Aha!  ProductPlan Roadmunk airfocus Like the actual maps we use to navigate the world we live in, product roadmaps have undergone some significant upgrades and technical improvements over the years. Think about it getting from point A to point B is infinitely ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-roadmap-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-roadmap-software/AdviceThu, 17 Jun 2021 07:16:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Evaluation Process Compliance Contracts and SLAs  Vendor ratings Contingency plans Periodic reviews As a business owner, you’re no stranger to policies. You likely have insurance policies, workplace policies, and health and safety policies. The word “policy” is a fancy-soun...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-powerful-vendor-management-policies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-powerful-vendor-management-policies/AdviceThu, 17 Jun 2021 05:14:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Marketing strategies that work for a traditional retail brand may fizzle when applied to direct-to-consumer (D2C) advertising. When it comes to making actual sales, traditional business-to-consumer (B2C) brands rely on retailers. So instead of creating sales-driven ads, B2C companies tend to focus ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-to-consumer-advertising/https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-to-consumer-advertising/AdviceWed, 16 Jun 2021 11:09:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Analytics Hootsuite Analytics Sprout Social Socialbakers Meta Business Suite (Formerly Facebook Business Suite) Twitter Analytics Instagram Insights Rival IQ Talkwalker quintly When developing and improving on the social media strategy for your business, you have c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-analytics-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-analytics-tools/AdviceWed, 16 Jun 2021 10:10:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand and analyze company objectives Review the current environment Forecast future demand Identify gaps within the business Develop a human resource action plan Put the plan into play Monitor and adjust the plan as necessary A common thread in all businesses regardle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/human-resource-planning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/human-resource-planning/AdviceWed, 16 Jun 2021 07:30:58 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s a painting that resides in Moscow at the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts. Oil on burlap, the scene shows workers on a vineyard in Arles, France, the river running alongside reflecting the evening sun. The original buyer paid 400 Belgian francs in 1890, about $2000 in today’s currency. Painte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/chase-value-not-money/https://www.jotform.com/blog/chase-value-not-money/BackstageTue, 15 Jun 2021 10:13:03 +0000<![CDATA[ All marketing is competitive, but traditional retail marketing is competitive in a very particular way. Products typically stand on shelves surrounded by dozens of competitors. Meanwhile, the retailer itself pushes a particular brand identity and often its own competing white-label products. It’s ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-to-consumer-marketing-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-to-consumer-marketing-tips/AdviceTue, 15 Jun 2021 05:52:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Human resource management adds value to any organization, regardless of the number of employees or the industry. Before deciding on an HR strategy or approach, it’s important to figure out the role HR should play in the business. Organizations can begin by identifying the goals they want to achieve...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/transactional-hr/https://www.jotform.com/blog/transactional-hr/AdviceTue, 15 Jun 2021 05:05:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Design an attendance request form Use liability waivers Require self-declaration forms Maintain health and safety precautions The COVID-19 pandemic forced most schools to shift to online learning, affecting students across the spectrum, from kindergarten through college. Now that vaccin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-allow-students-to-attend-college-games/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-allow-students-to-attend-college-games/IndustriesMon, 14 Jun 2021 15:49:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign In Scheduling (formerly 10to8) Appointedd TimeTrade booxi Square FlexBooker Appointy As life returns to normal now that the pandemic is over, retail stores are returning to their pre-pandemic business models. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean everyone i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/retail-scheduling-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/retail-scheduling-software/AdviceMon, 14 Jun 2021 15:27:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Data is the new oil, according to mathematician Clive Humby, and collecting it in person is incredibly valuable to businesses of all sizes from a brick-and-mortar store that wants to sign up customers to its email newsletter at checkout to a B2B SaaS company that wants feedback from potential cust...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kiosk-app-for-offline-pdfs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kiosk-app-for-offline-pdfs/AdviceMon, 14 Jun 2021 13:07:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Determine costs Conduct market research Choose a business entity and register your business Take care of required permits and related legalities Choose your niche/specialty Launch and build your online presence Market, market, market! Maybe you’re one of those people whose pies, cake...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-bakery/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-bakery/AdviceFri, 11 Jun 2021 15:33:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Recruitment and hiring Onboarding and ongoing training and development Managing employee and employer relationships Creating a rewarding company culture Overseeing disciplinary action Employee training Employee engagement Performance management Policy development Change...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/functions-of-human-resource-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/functions-of-human-resource-management/AdviceFri, 11 Jun 2021 11:45:50 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s common for people to use the terms procurement and purchasing interchangeably, but there are distinct differences in these processes. How do you know if you need procurement vs purchasing for your business or organization? Consider these goals of each process to understand the differences and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-vs-purchasing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/procurement-vs-purchasing/AdviceFri, 11 Jun 2021 10:58:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Picture this: Everything’s going well at your organization. Colleagues are getting along with each other. Teams are hitting their goals. Employees feel inspired by leadership. And communication is direct and clear.  That’s the scenario most businesses want for the workplace, but small issue...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/human-resource-risk-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/human-resource-risk-management/AdviceThu, 10 Jun 2021 20:05:32 +0000<![CDATA[ The enterprise content management industry has been growing steadily over the past several years and is expected to hit over $32 billion in revenue by 2027. But what is enterprise content management, and do you need it? Let’s take a closer look at the concept and how it can help solve some common o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-content-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-content-management/AdviceThu, 10 Jun 2021 19:47:41 +0000<![CDATA[ As the summer sun blazed overhead, a family of ants were busy hauling corn to their nest. The weather was mild enough now, but they knew that the long, desolate winter would be here soon. Nearby, a grasshopper lounged in the shade, idly plucking at his fiddle while he watched the ants toil. Thei...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/discipline-over-motivation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/discipline-over-motivation/BackstageThu, 10 Jun 2021 09:20:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Create expense categories Ask employees for input Set the rules Create dynamic forms Set up a reimbursement approval process Teach the policy Approving reimbursements with Jotform All may be fair in love and war but what about expense reimbursement? When workers spend their...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/expense-reimbursement-policy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/expense-reimbursement-policy/AdviceThu, 10 Jun 2021 06:14:44 +0000<![CDATA[ What role does your human resources department play in creating value from employees? Does it take a reactionary role and simply provide administrative support on request, or does it proactively look for ways to improve productivity and performance and add more value to the business?  Human...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/human-capital-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/human-capital-management/AdviceWed, 09 Jun 2021 08:40:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Put together a purchase requisition Collaborate with your team Place your order Double-check your work Automate with JotForm In business, the purchase order process works a bit like a food delivery app: Specify what you want, place menu items in the cart, and place the order all...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-a-purchase-order/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-a-purchase-order/AdviceWed, 09 Jun 2021 08:34:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Adobe Acrobat Pro Document Cloud (DC) Kofax OmniPage Ultimate Abbyy FineReader Readiris Rossum Converting paper documents into digital assets a process referred to as document capture is becoming a priority for businesses these days.  Multiple factors are driving this t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-capture-solutions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-capture-solutions/AdviceWed, 09 Jun 2021 07:00:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Paperwork, even in electronic form, is a fundamental part of healthcare and healthcare economics. Medical records are essential for tracking the treatments and medications a patient has received and what doctors and hospitals can bill for. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tf4Y7Srr6s As medi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-an-encounter-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-an-encounter-form/IndustriesTue, 08 Jun 2021 12:24:02 +0000<![CDATA[ When I was a teenager, my father would unfailingly surprise me with a Kodak disposable camera on special occasions. Jittery with anticipation, I would rip open the cardboard box and stick the camera in my pocket, ready at the drop of a hat to immortalize the day’s events on film. Once the film was ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-better-long-term-decisions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-better-long-term-decisions/BackstageTue, 08 Jun 2021 11:12:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Asana Trello Jira Slack Managing a team can be a big challenge, and when you’re also balancing multiple projects and priorities, it becomes an even greater challenge. It’s easy for workloads to get unbalanced and overburden an employee, leading to missed project deadlines...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workload-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workload-management/AdviceTue, 08 Jun 2021 09:39:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Time is a precious resource. Yet somehow even when we’re frantically searching for an invoice, a W2 form, a receipt, or some other document we overlook how much time we waste as a result of disorganization. If you don’t have a good system for tracking and organizing important documents, chances a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/personal-document-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/personal-document-management-software/AdviceTue, 08 Jun 2021 05:54:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Testimonials are an excellent way to leverage social proof in your sales process, increase trust, and improve website conversions. They deserve pride of place on your site. Achieving all of that is pretty straightforward with a good testimonial page  especially if you’re using WordPress. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-a-testimonial-page-on-wordpress-com/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-a-testimonial-page-on-wordpress-com/AdviceMon, 07 Jun 2021 17:26:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Online shopping and e-commerce have become a big part of how people buy products. Whether you need to get groceries or a new rug for your home, it’s likely you’ll first shop at an online retailer. Each time you place these orders, you get an email confirming the retailer has received your request, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-orders-vs-purchase-orders/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-orders-vs-purchase-orders/AdviceMon, 07 Jun 2021 13:33:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Even in a world where we carry around supercomputers more powerful than the first desktops, our connection to paper remains strong. Nowhere is this more apparent than in repetitive business processes that require employees to use multiple versions of the same forms employee reimbursements, for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/expense-reimbursement-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/expense-reimbursement-software/AdviceMon, 07 Jun 2021 13:01:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Rules regarding masks and social distancing are slowly becoming less restrictive. Many businesses are following recent CDC guidelines that suggest fully vaccinated people can start removing their masks indoors. These changes are key to businesses regaining some normalcy this summer, but many busine...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-it-against-hipaa-to-ask-about-covid-vaccinations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-it-against-hipaa-to-ask-about-covid-vaccinations/IndustriesFri, 04 Jun 2021 19:08:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Determine your budget and assemble your team Structure timeline around nonnegotiable deadlines Allow for “buffer time” Reassess at the halfway point Create a “day-of” timeline Event planning is a subset of project planning that requires organization, business knowledge, people sk...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-planning-timeline/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-planning-timeline/AdviceFri, 04 Jun 2021 13:35:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Create an opt-in page Avoid these common opt-in mistakes Segment your email marketing list Design autoresponders and newsletters Consider the frequency Keep it simple It doesn’t matter what industry your small business is in; email marketing can be an effective way to build st...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-tips-for-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-tips-for-small-business/AdviceFri, 04 Jun 2021 07:33:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Nurses are typically the first ones to assess patients. As soon as a patient comes into the clinic or hospital, a nurse evaluates their condition. But to accurately treat and triage patients, nurses need to ensure that they’ve covered every area in their assessment.    For instanc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-a-head-to-toe-assessment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-a-head-to-toe-assessment/IndustriesThu, 03 Jun 2021 13:23:12 +0000<![CDATA[ In Greek mythology, Narcissus the hunter fell in love with his own reflection. Realizing his love could never materialize, he met the tragic end of taking his own life. The myth and the namesake psychological disorder, narcissism, tell the risk of becoming too fixated on oneself. These days, it see...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/engaging-virtual-meetings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/engaging-virtual-meetings/BackstageThu, 03 Jun 2021 12:44:09 +0000<![CDATA[ As more companies move critical information into digital formats, big data management has become crucial.  Big data comes from multiple sources, and that stream of data is too large to be processed and digested using traditional methods. Instead, this data needs to be stored and analyzed by...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/big-data-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/big-data-management/AdviceThu, 03 Jun 2021 07:21:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether your job responsibilities are evolving or you want to apply for a promotion or a new role, remote learning can help you to develop specialized skills. Luckily, there are plenty of online educational platforms, including videos, webinars, downloadable learning materials, and more to help you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-learning-platforms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-learning-platforms/IndustriesWed, 02 Jun 2021 18:39:11 +0000<![CDATA[ The business process model and notation (BPMN) system offers a graphic representation of your internal business processes. It shows, in flowchart form, the sequence of steps in a business process from start to finish, providing a visual aid for decision-making, collaboration, and optimization. T...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bpmn-diagram/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bpmn-diagram/AdviceWed, 02 Jun 2021 11:19:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Focus on optimizing content for social media platforms Change the chart type Include social share buttons Track and monitor performance Over 3 billion people worldwide use social media, and that’s an important statistic to consider. Social media is one of the leading ways that peopl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-content-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-content-marketing/AdviceWed, 02 Jun 2021 07:06:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Paperform Google Forms Typeform Wufoo Jotform is the most feature-rich form builder around, but maybe you’re wondering if there are alternatives that better suit your needs. Let’s look at a few and then do a comparison to help you decide. A look into Jotform Before we walk t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-alternatives/AdviceTue, 01 Jun 2021 15:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Scholarships play a significant role in funding higher education. In the 2019–2020 school year, 58 percent of U.S. families relied on scholarships to help pay college costs, according to Sallie Mae.  While reliance on scholarships is high, demand is even higher. Scholarships and grants cove...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-start-a-scholarship-fund/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-start-a-scholarship-fund/AdviceTue, 01 Jun 2021 13:49:46 +0000<![CDATA[ In the last decade, social media has grown from a way for friends and acquaintances around the world to keep in touch to an essential function for brands of all shapes and sizes. Whether you’re a single team member telling the story of a well-established company, a member of a multidepartmental ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-make-a-social-media-calendar/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-make-a-social-media-calendar/GuidesTue, 01 Jun 2021 10:47:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you value stability in your workplace? Do you expect to settle into a comfortable routine, and climb the ranks of seniority on a predictable upward trajectory? If so, you should not work at Netflix. Netflix’s company values are laid bare for all to see thanks to its famous culture deck, which...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/develop-core-company-values/https://www.jotform.com/blog/develop-core-company-values/BackstageTue, 01 Jun 2021 07:50:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Every business starts with an idea. Typically, an individual or a group of people will identify a need, come up with a solution or product that didn’t exist before, and put a plan into action to make the idea a reality. The scale of this process can sometimes be overwhelming, which is why most peop...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-process/AdviceMon, 31 May 2021 13:33:39 +0000<![CDATA[ A good project management communication plan can be the difference between success and a return to the drawing board. That’s not just because communication is the key to great collaboration, but because the process of developing a plan clarifies objectives, reveals disconnections, and ensures that ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-management-communication-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-management-communication-plan/AdviceMon, 31 May 2021 11:10:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Mailchimp HubSpot Salsa ActiveCampaign Marketo Engage Constant Contact SendPulse Keap Salesforce Marketing Cloud Successfully keeping a nonprofit running often depends on effective marketing. Encompassing everything from fundraising to donor management, non...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/marketing-automation-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/marketing-automation-for-nonprofits/IndustriesFri, 28 May 2021 13:47:31 +0000<![CDATA[ An online presence is no longer negotiable for small businesses: To compete in today’s digital economy, you must have a website. Your website and social media presence ensure that both current and potential customers can find you. They also add to your relevance in your field. The question has n...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-content-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-content-marketing/AdviceFri, 28 May 2021 12:29:03 +0000<![CDATA[ When your employees are working remotely, ongoing communication and feedback are critical to the success of each individual employee and the team as a whole. Do you have an effective system in place for providing employee feedback? In the past, giving feedback was probably something you did in p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-feedback/AdviceFri, 28 May 2021 07:05:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Money makes the world go ‘round, as they say, and ultimately every company’s goal is to turn a profit. But are helping to hit financial targets really enough to motivate employees to do their best work? Many experts agree that employees need more than metric-based targets to truly feel a sense o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/non-monetary-employee-motivation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/non-monetary-employee-motivation/BackstageThu, 27 May 2021 14:50:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Design the overall strategy Select a digital tool Maintain communication with leads and clients Choosing a real estate agent is a personal decision, which is why many homeowners are hesitant to sign a service contract during the first meeting. How do agents build trust so homeowners wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-funnel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-funnel/AdviceThu, 27 May 2021 13:49:26 +0000<![CDATA[ If your human resources department is still gathering most documents on paper and processing them manually, it may be time for an upgrade. Taking your HR processes paperless can save time, streamline workflows, and even cut down on the number of filing cabinets in your office.  There are ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-hr/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-hr/AdviceThu, 27 May 2021 07:40:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer onboarding is one of the most important touchpoints in a SaaS business. When onboarding is successful, organizations educate their customers on how to effectively use their product so they can quickly see value and achieve specific goals. Without this foundation, customers won’t know the i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/saas-onboarding-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/saas-onboarding-checklist/AdviceWed, 26 May 2021 12:53:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Asana Squarespace Hootsuite Dakota Design Company Campaign Monitor The customer welcome email is your first touchpoint with a customer after they’ve purchased your product or service. A welcome email is also a powerful communication strategy, yielding four times more opens and five...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/welcome-email-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/welcome-email-examples/AdviceWed, 26 May 2021 12:38:56 +0000<![CDATA[ The European Union is often caricatured for its vast and slow-moving regulatory processes, but European regulators have, in less than three years, put into force two sets of groundbreaking regulations, PSD2 and GDPR, which combine to address the core of the contemporary online economy. The EU sh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/psd2-gdpr/https://www.jotform.com/blog/psd2-gdpr/Online PaymentWed, 26 May 2021 09:00:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever received any type of medical treatment at a hospital, chances are you’re familiar with the concept of informed consent. The basic idea is simple: Before a patient receives treatment, it’s the ethical and legal responsibility of the provider to outline any risks and possible outcomes....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-informed-consent-in-counseling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-informed-consent-in-counseling/AdviceWed, 26 May 2021 07:17:26 +0000<![CDATA[ “Sounds good,” I wrote to a colleague, then hit send. She had been updating me on the roll-out of a new app at JotForm and I wanted to quickly reply before hopping on another Zoom call. It wasn’t until later that day when the colleague and I spoke on the phone, I realized my brief email had crea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/perfect-email-writing-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/perfect-email-writing-tips/BackstageTue, 25 May 2021 15:36:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Uncertainty isn’t always a bad thing in business. For example, your company may expect to make several purchases from a vendor over a period of time without knowing the quantity of items or the delivery date. It may seem odd for a company to sign a contract for future purchases without knowing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/blanket-purchase-order/https://www.jotform.com/blog/blanket-purchase-order/AdviceTue, 25 May 2021 14:59:51 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s nothing like listening to a quality podcast to hype yourself up and get into a productive groove. But did you know there are a whopping 30 million podcast episodes and counting available you can tune into? For those who love options, this level of variety is empowering and exciting. But ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-podcast-suggestions-from-the-jotform-marketing-team/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-podcast-suggestions-from-the-jotform-marketing-team/BackstageTue, 25 May 2021 10:42:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine a child running their first lemonade stand in their front yard. They purchase the lemons and sugar needed to satisfy their customers and (hopefully) collect a tidy profit by the time supplies run out. But say a tech billionaire sees the lemonade stand and decides to order enough lemonade...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-financing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-financing/AdviceTue, 25 May 2021 07:42:54 +0000<![CDATA[ IT managers are constantly thinking about how to automate business practices so that productivity can flourish, while keeping an eye on new tasks and technologies that can drive enterprise innovation. The pandemic forced cyclical businesses to rethink their processes as a matter of survival and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/key-jotform-enterprise-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/key-jotform-enterprise-features/EnterpriseMon, 24 May 2021 08:24:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Using JotForm for data collection helps the Spanish university achieve scalable and sustainable results across departments Universidad Francisco de Vitoria (UFV) is a private university located in metropolitan Madrid, Spain, with a student body of more than 12,000 undergraduate and graduate stud...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/universidad-francisco-de-vitorias-uses-jotform-for-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/universidad-francisco-de-vitorias-uses-jotform-for-productivity/Customer StoriesMon, 24 May 2021 07:25:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Work as we knew it ground to a halt in 2020. After the World Health Organization declared that COVID-19 had become a global pandemic, businesses and organizations that weren’t used to remote work needed to rethink their operations. What started as a temporary mandate for nonessential business...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-jotform-enterprise-help-you-return-to-the-office/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-jotform-enterprise-help-you-return-to-the-office/EnterpriseMon, 24 May 2021 05:35:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Accessing the information or tools you need to get work done shouldn’t be like pulling teeth. But sharing online forms and any incoming data with colleagues in your company can get complicated when multiple people have their own JotForm accounts and various coworkers need some level of access to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adding-colleagues-to-jotform-account-for-cooperation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adding-colleagues-to-jotform-account-for-cooperation/EnterpriseMon, 24 May 2021 05:31:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Set the ground rules Create a tracker Promote the event Start collecting pledges Celebrate everyone’s success If you work in education, you probably know how important it is to encourage your students to read. In fact, a recent study of 4,000 students across the United States sho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/read-a-thon-fundraiser/https://www.jotform.com/blog/read-a-thon-fundraiser/AdviceFri, 21 May 2021 15:33:16 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the ironies of business management is that you can’t make money without spending it. That’s why every organization has necessary expenses ranging from salaries and interest payments to conferences and travel costs. https://youtu.be/Hq1LGx-GnMc But when it comes to the expense approv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/expense-approval-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/expense-approval-process/AdviceFri, 21 May 2021 12:47:05 +0000<![CDATA[ No one likes spending hours doing mundane, repetitive tasks or data entry even if it’s their job. Aside from being boring, it also costs companies a lot in productivity. Fortunately, automated project management solutions can streamline or even eliminate these tasks.  Automation shifts man...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automated-project-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automated-project-management/AdviceFri, 21 May 2021 10:43:44 +0000<![CDATA[ There are two sides to the creative process. You can create an amazing product, but if you don’t put it out into the world, you’ll never know what others think about it. The more feedback you get, the more you’ll be able to fine-tune your operations. And, ultimately, the more successful you and yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/user-ux-research/https://www.jotform.com/user-ux-research/GuidesThu, 20 May 2021 13:08:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Customize forms and fields Map the workflow Track approvals When your business has efficient financial management systems in place, there’s an undeniable impact on the company’s overall success. Businesses both large and small must have cash flow management strategies; it all starts wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/budget-approval-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/budget-approval-process/AdviceThu, 20 May 2021 11:59:40 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re in sales, you might want to invest a few minutes in rethinking the term “sales funnel.”  The toughest grind in sales is generating leads. Leads are too precious to simply drop into a metaphorical funnel and hope to close a sale when they come out the bottom. High-performing sales ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/progressive-profiling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/progressive-profiling/AdviceThu, 20 May 2021 11:29:30 +0000<![CDATA[ When asked what words of advice he had for aspiring writers, the author Junot Díaz offered this:  Read more than you write, live more than you read. In just one short sentence, Díaz captured a crucial truth about the line between creating and consuming. It’s hard to dispute that a writer...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/creator-not-a-consumer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/creator-not-a-consumer/BackstageThu, 20 May 2021 08:42:18 +0000<![CDATA[ pCloud MEGA SpiderOak Koofr Tresorit No feature is more important than security when choosing a new cloud storage service. It’s no mystery why: You’re entrusting your personal privacy and critical assets to the service. But how do you find the most secure solution on the market, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/secure-cloud-storage/https://www.jotform.com/blog/secure-cloud-storage/AdviceWed, 19 May 2021 14:25:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Standard purchase order (PO) Planned purchase order (PPO) Blanket purchase order (BPO) Contract purchase orders (CPO) If your business works with vendors and almost all businesses do the success of your collaboration depends on your industry knowledge. One way to boost your ven...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-purchase-order/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-purchase-order/AdviceWed, 19 May 2021 12:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Believe it or not, automation doesn’t always involve factories and robots. It’s something you can implement in businesses of every type and size, often in processes you’d never imagine. Chances are, you’ve already experienced automation in your daily life but may not realize it. Think about ever...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-automation/AdviceWed, 19 May 2021 10:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ What is JotForm Enterprise? How is it different from other JotForm plans? Is it a good fit for my organization?  If these questions keep you up at night, consider this your melatonin: First, take some deep breaths and drink a warm glass of milk; next, watch “The complete guide to JotForm En...]]>https://www.jotform.com/enterprise/webinar-the-complete-guide-to-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/enterprise/webinar-the-complete-guide-to-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseTue, 18 May 2021 12:42:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Even though the COVID-19 pandemic has slowed travel around the world, business owners haven’t forgotten the impact of travel on their bottom line. Before the pandemic, businesses took in up to $12.50 of profit for every dollar spent on travel. It’s no surprise that many are eager to travel again e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/travel-and-expense-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/travel-and-expense-management/AdviceTue, 18 May 2021 11:32:01 +0000<![CDATA[ According to Intuit, American workers have an average of 11 to 15 days of paid time off available each year. Unfortunately, as much as 70 percent of these employees don’t use all their vacation days, if any. But paid time off (PTO) is vital for employees to live balanced and healthy lives. Worki...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/leave-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/leave-management/AdviceTue, 18 May 2021 10:52:40 +0000<![CDATA[ At 6:45 on a Sunday morning in October, hundreds of New Yorkers waited in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The line wrapped around the block but was still fewer than expected, the cold rain separating the casual fans from the die-hard loyalists. They weren’t in line for concert tickets, for the latest iPhon...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-show-your-customer-obsession/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-show-your-customer-obsession/BackstageTue, 18 May 2021 08:48:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Be friendly and always carry business cards Market to people who’ll likely need your services Send a tax postcard to the people Send emails Campaign for early fillers and late fillers Don’t overlook bulletin boards Work on your website Use the social media platform Focus o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tax-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tax-marketing/AdviceMon, 17 May 2021 14:22:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Doctors and scientists agree that the COVID-19 vaccine is critical in helping the world move past the pandemic. As countries around the world roll out vaccine programs to the public, governments and vaccine providers need to address a variety of administrative challenges: maintaining patient privac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-and-covid-vaccine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-and-covid-vaccine/IndustriesMon, 17 May 2021 13:23:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Town halls have been around for a very long time. In fact, the very first town hall in the United States took place in Dorchester, Massachusetts, in 1633, where residents met weekly to discuss and decide on local affairs. The practice spread throughout New England and the rest of the country, and s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-town-hall-meeting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-town-hall-meeting/AdviceMon, 17 May 2021 12:45:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Workflows Kissflow Trainual Pipefy monday.com Laserfiche Process Street Strong administrative and review processes are the foundation of good business practices. Even before the advent of digital workflow productivity tools, proper organization and task management w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/proworkflow-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/proworkflow-alternative/AdviceFri, 14 May 2021 10:55:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The word “research” can mean different things to different people. In terms of education, it can refer to anything from a sixth grader taking a poll to see if their fellow students like the cafeteria food to a tenured academic conducting an empirical study that will inform a published paper. Res...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-surveys-in-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-surveys-in-education/ProductFri, 14 May 2021 10:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Limiting the number of tasks your team is working on is an essential part of project management. While a resourceful team may be able to handle a large workload, bottlenecks will inevitably occur. Without a way to track and prioritize tasks, you may find it takes far longer than you think to detang...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-work-in-progress-limits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-work-in-progress-limits/AdviceThu, 13 May 2021 12:52:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis has long been a popular business tool. Ask any company owner or manager if they know what a SWOT analysis is, and many will not only answer yes but tell you how they’ve used it.  A SWOT analysis is a type of gap analysis....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/swot-analysis-vs-gap-analysis/https://www.jotform.com/blog/swot-analysis-vs-gap-analysis/AdviceThu, 13 May 2021 11:41:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As states begin to ease more coronavirus-related restrictions and nonessential businesses continue to reopen, many companies need to focus on conducting employee health screenings so their employees can safely return to work. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides reliable, up-t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-health-screening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-health-screening/IndustriesWed, 12 May 2021 12:43:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Focus on the purpose Create an intake system Prioritize information privacy Coordinate intake assessments in advance Automate intake forms The intake process is a critical step toward forming a solid relationship between a therapist and client. Meeting with a client for the first...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/intake-assessment-counseling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/intake-assessment-counseling/AdviceWed, 12 May 2021 11:38:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you attended our webinar, Introducing JotForm Approvals (later rebranded as Jotform Workflows), you know there are so many ways to customize your approval workflows that we couldn’t fit them all into one session. If you’re eager for more Approvals resources, check out “Advanced JotForm Approvals...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/approvals/advanced-jotform-approvals-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/products/approvals/advanced-jotform-approvals-webinar/ProductTue, 11 May 2021 12:51:58 +0000<![CDATA[ In 1973, Vernon Hill had an idea: Why not start a bank that’s as convenient as a retail store? The thing is, Hill wasn’t a banker. Though he’d worked part-time at one while studying at Wharton, his experience was mostly in real estate; specifically, scouting locations at which to develop new McD...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/beginners-mind-shoshin/https://www.jotform.com/blog/beginners-mind-shoshin/BackstageTue, 11 May 2021 08:56:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Define your objectives Design your campaign Build your mobile database Send marketing messages Measure the success of your efforts Test and learn Keep keywords simple Maintain clarity for customers Offer incentives With half of the world’s internet traffic originating from ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-marketing-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-marketing-automation/AdviceTue, 11 May 2021 08:52:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Appeal to your applicants Know what you’re looking for Be consistent Conduct thorough interviews Take advantage of Jotform Workflows Adding to your team Hiring new employees for your company is always exciting. It means you’re growing and you have space in your budget to bring...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hiring-approval-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hiring-approval-process/AdviceMon, 10 May 2021 12:59:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine two Olympic swimmers racing each other down the cordoned-off lanes of a massive indoor swimming pool. While you watch, you can see each swimmer working on the same task, moving in almost the exact same way as their opponent. They both want to get through the water as fast as possible to rea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-swimlanes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-swimlanes/AdviceMon, 10 May 2021 12:39:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Even superheroes need funds just look at Batman and Iron Man. So it should come as no surprise that nonprofit organizations and educational institutions on a mission to change the world rely on committed and generous donors. While fundraisers nourish relationships with existing donors who haven...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/prospect-research/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/prospect-research/AdviceFri, 07 May 2021 15:24:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Social media’s increasing popularity over the past 15 years has created many new channels for digital marketing. Since so many people have adopted smartphones and other internet-connected devices over the same time frame, social media and mobile marketing have essentially grown up together.  ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-marketing-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-marketing-automation/AdviceFri, 07 May 2021 12:05:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Check your blind spots Assign detailed responsibilities Choose an automation tool Make it your own Continue to optimize The world runs on contracts. Purchases, jobs, vendor agreements, sales, trades, mergers all are possible because two or more parties agreed to a contract. N...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/contract-approval-process/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/contract-approval-process/AdviceFri, 07 May 2021 12:03:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Check for competency Make sure their capacity matches your needs Ensure the supplier controls its supply chain Focus on quality of service, not price Establish performance indicators A product is only ever as good as its supplier. Incompetent, uncooperative vendors can quickly ru...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-quickly-evaluate-a-supplier/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-quickly-evaluate-a-supplier/AdviceThu, 06 May 2021 13:00:21 +0000<![CDATA[ A successful project or enterprise relies on organized workflows and approval processes. You can accomplish both with workflow applications that simplify, unify, and automate the tasks that organize mountains of company data. These software programs offer an easy-to-understand interface for your pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-application/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-application/AdviceThu, 06 May 2021 12:27:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Rote and repetitive tasks may be easy to complete, but they eat up time and drain mental energy. That’s why industry-leading online retailers automate recurring tasks, like those required to process and fulfill orders. Streamlining basic e-commerce business functions stabilizes operations, protects...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecommerce-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ecommerce-workflow/AdviceThu, 06 May 2021 12:20:58 +0000<![CDATA[ One day, a man set out to sell his wares at the market with his horse and donkey in tow. Despite having two beasts of burden, the man had piled and packed all of his wares onto the back of the donkey. The road was long and after some time, the donkey, his back breaking under such heavy cargo, turne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workday-overload/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workday-overload/BackstageThu, 06 May 2021 10:12:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Clarify all stakeholders Create a visual workflow Include resources Refine over time In 1996, Bill Gates wrote that “Content is King.” Over two decades later, he’s still right. People around the world consume more content than ever, in the form of TV shows and movies, articles and b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-approval-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-approval-workflow/AdviceWed, 05 May 2021 14:36:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Workflows ProofHub monday.com Wrike Gain Integrify According to the McKinsey Global Institute, emails take up as much as 12 hours of an employee’s week. As this represents more than a quarter of the time they spend working, you would be hard pressed to find professiona...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-software/AdviceWed, 05 May 2021 13:07:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Formalize evaluation principles Optimize grant applications for your needs Create a detailed review rubric Allocate labor appropriately The grant review process is daunting for foundations of every size, but it doesn’t have to be. Regardless of how effective your organization’s proc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/grant-review-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/grant-review-process/AdviceWed, 05 May 2021 12:15:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether or not you’re good at math, numbers will always factor into your business goals. When you’re first starting out, you may be able to use your high school algebra skills to stay on top of your business expenses. But if you want to keep it running long term, you’ll have to upgrade not just ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-track-business-expenses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-track-business-expenses/AdviceTue, 04 May 2021 14:01:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Just like people, no organization is an island. No matter what your business does, you probably work with others to achieve your goals. Besides your clients and other stakeholders, your most vital partners will be vendors. While you focus on business operations, vendors take care of anything fro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-approval-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vendor-approval-process/AdviceTue, 04 May 2021 10:33:21 +0000<![CDATA[ If there’s one thing to learn from poring over the daily rituals of history’s greatest artists, it’s that creativity is elusive, even for the best of us. Long stretches of unproductivity, agitation, even full mental breakdowns are par for the course; the hope being that in between all the anxiety a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/expertise-vs-creativity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/expertise-vs-creativity/BackstageTue, 04 May 2021 10:08:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Workflows Filestage Aproove Cflow Asana WebProof Kissflow TrackVia Knack Zapier Businesses that haven’t implemented approval software into their workflows are missing the benefits of moving content and administrative reviews to a centralized platform. Thank...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-donkey-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-donkey-alternative/AdviceMon, 03 May 2021 15:10:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Marketing automation is the use of technology to perform common, repetitive tasks in marketing campaigns. These tasks can include anything from printing form letters with personalized greetings or sending mass email campaigns to developing algorithms that target a specific audience on social media ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/marketing-automation/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/marketing-automation/GuidesMon, 03 May 2021 12:04:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Intuit Field Service Management HouseCall Pro Jobber Field Service Lightning Jotform Organizations with contractors, technicians, and delivery specialists can benefit from field service management software. Whether communicating with employees, tracking sales, or regulating custo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-service-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-service-management-software/AdviceFri, 30 Apr 2021 16:00:18 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve just discovered the kanban technique, then welcome! If you’ve recently learned kanban and want a toehold on practical application, then you’re reading the right post. If you’ve been using kanban for a while but would like to know about more applications for this amazing technique, you’ll ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-board-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-board-examples/AdviceFri, 30 Apr 2021 15:31:36 +0000<![CDATA[ The CMS-1500 form, also known as the professional paper claim form, is the standard claim form healthcare professionals use to bill Medicare, Medicaid, and other insurance providers. The Uniform Claim Task Force introduced the form in the 1980s in an effort to standardize claims nationally, writes ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-a-cms-1500-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-a-cms-1500-form/IndustriesFri, 30 Apr 2021 11:32:59 +0000<![CDATA[ The PDF is one of the most common and popular file formats in the world. It offers several benefits over other formats, like Word or PowerPoint, says Preshit Deorukhkar at Readdle. PDFs are portable, secure, easy to create, and universally compatible. The only downside to PDFs is that it can be ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-submit-a-pdf-form-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-submit-a-pdf-form-online/AdviceFri, 30 Apr 2021 07:03:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Ready for a peek behind the curtain? As a marketing communications manager for JotForm, a lot of my job revolves around coordinating our marketing efforts and staying organized with our team’s various projects. No surprise there.  What may be surprising is how often I find myself relying...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-to-stay-organized/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-to-stay-organized/ProductFri, 30 Apr 2021 05:50:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Collaboration the practice of working together toward a shared goal is crucial for successful teamwork. Through collaboration, teams of all sizes can share ideas and develop innovative solutions. A collaborative workspace is an environment designed to encourage that sharing and development. Wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-collaborative-workspace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-collaborative-workspace/AdviceThu, 29 Apr 2021 13:58:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Back in 2007, Tim Ferriss caused a stir when he released his debut book, The 4 Hour Workweek: Escape 9–5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich. Ferriss admitted off the bat that “the goal was never to be idle,” but rather, to reframe the way we think about work  specifically, to let go of the idea ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ideal-work-week/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ideal-work-week/BackstageThu, 29 Apr 2021 13:02:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Too often, projects get bogged down when the teams working on them become overwhelmed by a too-heavy workload. This happens for a variety of reasons, but how an organization assigns and prioritizes work plays a pivotal role. Management may misjudge the amount of work a team can handle or waste a pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-pull-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-pull-system/AdviceWed, 28 Apr 2021 12:46:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Seeing is believing especially when you’re promoting your business. Because the brain processes video 60,000 times faster than it does text, videos are one of the most powerful tools you can leverage to attract and engage clients. It’s no wonder video marketing is the top content marketing stra...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-testimonial/https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-testimonial/AdviceWed, 28 Apr 2021 12:22:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose the data you want to graph Create the chart Change the chart type Enhance data visuals Customize your x-y graph Share the chart Numbers are important for understanding markets, customers, and performance, but let’s face it staring at a data sheet isn’t necessarily exci...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-an-x-y-graph-in-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-an-x-y-graph-in-google-sheets/AdviceWed, 28 Apr 2021 11:48:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Hair dryers that scorch your strands. Expensive workflow software. Tights that rip the first time you wear them. These are what you might call “boring” problems. While many aspiring founders want to create splashy products built on emerging technologies like blockchain, AI, NFT, or GPT-3, innovatio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/boring-problems/https://www.jotform.com/blog/boring-problems/BackstageTue, 27 Apr 2021 09:59:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Keeping track of submitted requests can be exhausting, especially when you need to gauge where they are in your organization’s approval process and move them along. Creating an organized list of all the submitted requests made through an online form allows you to get a better understanding of wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/manage-and-track-requests-with-jotform-tables/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/manage-and-track-requests-with-jotform-tables/ProductTue, 27 Apr 2021 07:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Picture this: One of the most high-profile customers for your small business needs an updated report interface to track a metric that’s central to their business success. Your account representative scopes out the request in a document to her VP, who in turn sends a priority note to your organizati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-use-jotform-approvals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-use-jotform-approvals/ProductTue, 27 Apr 2021 07:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Waiting for someone to approve or deny a request can be frustrating, especially when you need a decision now. But for decision-makers who are constantly on the go, finding time to read emails or hop on a computer can be a challenge, especially when their days are filled with back-to-back meeting...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/approve-requests-with-jotform-mobile-forms/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/approve-requests-with-jotform-mobile-forms/ProductTue, 27 Apr 2021 06:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Human resources (HR) teams have quite the process-oriented workload, from coordinating new hires to approving business expenses to investigating workplace incidents. But now, there’s a tool that will change everything. Say hello to Joform Workflows a product that helps HR teams quickly automate...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-templates-for-hr-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-templates-for-hr-teams/ProductTue, 27 Apr 2021 06:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Work smarter with adaptable workflows that streamline complex processes and help you get more done faster. Automate tasks, streamline approvals, receive payments, and more. Explore Jotform Workflows! What do HR administrators, IT directors, procurement and finance managers, event managers, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/approvals/announcing-jotform-approvals/https://www.jotform.com/products/approvals/announcing-jotform-approvals/GuidesTue, 27 Apr 2021 01:22:00 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/HDk8HQIhsPs When it comes to software that improves your workflows, Zapier’s in a unique position. It basically functions as the connective tissue between the high powered apps you use everyday. Put simply, Zapier automates triggers and actions (cause and effect function...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-jotform-actions-in-zapier/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-new-jotform-actions-in-zapier/ProductSun, 25 Apr 2021 08:37:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Founded in 1924, Pasadena City College (just down the street from the Rose Bowl Stadium) was one of the first junior colleges in the entire Southwest United States. Today, it enrolls over 29,000 new and returning students every semester, offering a wide variety of science, math, liberal arts, music...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pasadena-city-college-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pasadena-city-college-case-study/Customer StoriesSun, 25 Apr 2021 07:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Though it feels like technology has dramatically shifted working life, the way many workers clock in and out is still straight out of the 19th century. After Willard Legrand Bundy invented the employee time clock in the 1880s, the practice of mechanically tracking worker hours didn’t change sign...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/timesheet-approval-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/timesheet-approval-process/AdviceFri, 23 Apr 2021 13:14:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Workflows admation Gain Screendragon Cflow Think about everything your organization has ever done: the projects your team has completed, the milestones you’ve achieved, the daily tasks everyone takes care of to keep everything running. None of it would be possible without...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-workflow-software-platforms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-workflow-software-platforms/AdviceFri, 23 Apr 2021 11:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Sharing forms as PDF documents is a great way to replace traditional paper-based forms. They can be shared digitally and don’t require physical storage. But PDFs aren’t just a digital replacement for physical documents. They’re a hybrid between real-world documents and digital technology. So PDF...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pdf-form-conditional-logic/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pdf-form-conditional-logic/AdviceFri, 23 Apr 2021 11:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ A little transparency can make a big difference. Apart from getting everyone on the same page, sharing information submitted through JotForm’s online forms can allow people to hold each other accountable and have faith in the processes that keep your organization running. As a powerful, yet f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-display-jotform-submissions-on-your-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-display-jotform-submissions-on-your-website/AdviceThu, 22 Apr 2021 13:09:36 +0000<![CDATA[ I don’t know about you, but I haven’t exactly been the kindest to myself this past year. Under duress, my default mode of perfectionism goes into overdrive. Did I say the wrong thing in that Zoom meeting? Did I offer the right feedback to that employee? Was that email too curt or overly ca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/self-compassions-for-entrepreneurs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/self-compassions-for-entrepreneurs/BackstageThu, 22 Apr 2021 10:48:37 +0000<![CDATA[ An employer wouldn’t usually be happy to hear that an employee is looking for a new job, but there are some situations in which an employer might actually want to help with the job hunting process. Employers who’ve hired temporary staff, work with contractors, or know that they’ll be downsizing mig...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/can-employers-help-employees-find-another-job/https://www.jotform.com/blog/can-employers-help-employees-find-another-job/AdviceThu, 22 Apr 2021 10:46:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Is your healthcare practice losing money because of missed appointments? A no-show or last-minute cancellation might seem like a minor disruption to your daily workflow, but these issues add up and ultimately cut into your bottom line. Some medical providers assume that missed appointments are u...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-remind-patients-of-appointments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-remind-patients-of-appointments/IndustriesWed, 21 Apr 2021 14:18:55 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/ZlovvJ_QhD0 In a time when professional (and personal) life is increasingly shaped by the digital systems that surround us, how do we make sense of it all and even come out ahead?  This is what we address in Momentum, JotForm’s brand-new podcast, where we discuss how ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-momentum-podcast-by-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-momentum-podcast-by-jotform/BackstageWed, 21 Apr 2021 12:38:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Time is your most valuable asset, which is why accurate timesheets are so important to your company’s success. However, forgetting to turn in timesheets is such a common problem for employees that entire web pages are devoted to timesheet reminder memes that managers use to gently prod their employ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/timesheet-reminder-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/timesheet-reminder-process/AdviceTue, 20 Apr 2021 16:12:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Retailers awaiting the return of customers to their stores may soon see a semblance of normalcy.  In a McKinsey survey conducted in February 2021, 59 percent of respondents had shopped for nonnecessities over the previous two weeks, and 25 percent had visited a shopping mall. These numbers ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/appointment-shopping-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/appointment-shopping-system/AdviceTue, 20 Apr 2021 16:11:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Map out the steps Create purchase categories Assign team members Automate Test the system You’ve probably heard a friend joke about contributing to the economy with the swipe of a credit card. While they were overestimating their individual influence, the strength of the economy ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/purchase-order-workflow/AdviceTue, 20 Apr 2021 15:43:30 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve probably heard our big news: JotForm Approvals (later rebranded as Jotform Workflows) is here! We’re very excited about this new product and can’t wait for you to start creating your approval workflows. To see it in action, check out our webinar, Introducing JotForm Approvals. In addition...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotform-approvals-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotform-approvals-webinar/ProductTue, 20 Apr 2021 10:29:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Figuring out the best way to collect payments is critical to your business. Your customers should be able to pay quickly and without glitches. Choosing the right payment service for your business is key to ensuring a smooth customer experience. Stripe and Square are two of the most popular payme...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-vs-square/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-vs-square/IndustriesMon, 19 Apr 2021 13:36:05 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/8Rzg_z2tc4c When the COVID-19 pandemic forced nations into lockdown, isolating consumers from stores and the brands that fill them, some manufacturers quickly opened online channels that allowed them to bypass physical shops altogether. Heinz U.K. started its first self-man...]]>https://www.jotform.com/direct-to-consumer/https://www.jotform.com/direct-to-consumer/GuidesMon, 19 Apr 2021 11:01:26 +0000<![CDATA[ The marketing funnel describes the stages of the buyer’s journey, from discovering a need to purchasing your product to solve their problem. Understanding the funnel will help you clarify your marketing tactics at every step. This is crucial in business-to-business (B2B) marketing, where each stage...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-marketing-funnel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-marketing-funnel/AdviceFri, 16 Apr 2021 12:59:55 +0000<![CDATA[ E-commerce is booming. In 2019, global online sales amounted to more than $3.5 trillion, and experts expect this to nearly double by 2023. Online shopping has gained popularity in small European markets due to the COVID-19 pandemic, altering consumer behavior in the process.  For U.S.-based...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-sepa/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-sepa/IndustriesFri, 16 Apr 2021 11:48:55 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that the global health community has had to change their methods for treating patients in the pandemic era. For inpatients and outpatients alike, circumstances dictated new ways of interacting, such as touchless data collection as well as remote appointments, screenings, assessments,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/health-industry-use-jotform-and-zoom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/health-industry-use-jotform-and-zoom/IndustriesThu, 15 Apr 2021 19:34:55 +0000<![CDATA[ BambooHR Performance Management Engagedly Zoho People HRweb AssessTEAMs Zenefits Lattice Performance appraisals are essential for engaging employees and helping them improve. If companies don’t provide effective reviews, employees may look for work elsewhere.  A sur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-appraisal-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-appraisal-system/AdviceThu, 15 Apr 2021 12:40:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Humans are hard-wired for “togetherness.” Millions of years ago, when making it through a single day was considered a feat, people relied on one another for survival. Tribe members shared food and other resources, cared for one another’s young, and if it came to it, they worked together to fight...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-seeking-approval/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-seeking-approval/BackstageThu, 15 Apr 2021 07:35:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a time-off request form Build the approval flow Approve or deny requests Track form submissions and approvals Work-life balance is essential for overall workplace satisfaction, and it has an undeniable impact on your business’s success. Many companies offer paid time off (PTO...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vacation-approval-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vacation-approval-process/AdviceWed, 14 Apr 2021 19:09:59 +0000<![CDATA[ When searching online, a whopping 95 percent of people look at the first page of search results only. If the content you worked so hard to produce appears on the second or third page, few people will ever read it. In fact, even appearing on the first page doesn’t guarantee success, as the top three...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/seo-and-content-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/seo-and-content-marketing/AdviceWed, 14 Apr 2021 13:25:44 +0000<![CDATA[ By now, every business owner knows that being on the web is a necessity. Customers look online when seeking new places to shop and new services to try. Online shopping has become part of commerce, regardless if the customer purchases from your website or checks out your website before visiting your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-web-hosting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-web-hosting/AdviceWed, 14 Apr 2021 11:01:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Maya Angelou once said, “If you don’t know where you’ve come from, you don’t know where you’re going.” That statement can apply to many different things, but it's especially pertinent when it comes to marketing. https://youtu.be/GQ2Io5_yGY0 Many people marketers included think that having...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-plan-timeline/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-plan-timeline/AdviceTue, 13 Apr 2021 15:35:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Skipping rocks across a pond creates ripples. You initiate the motion by tossing the rock, and as it darts across the water, circles from each spot where the rock hit the water reveal themselves. We can all probably agree that there’s something satisfying about seeing the results of something we’ve...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-keep-track-of-clients-information/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-keep-track-of-clients-information/AdviceTue, 13 Apr 2021 15:35:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Ever since COVID-19 shut down the country in the spring of 2020, people haven’t been attending many events. With experts warning that big events could spread the virus, most governments have suspended large-scale functions. However, there’s one type of event that can actually prevent the spread of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vaccine-event/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vaccine-event/HealthcareTue, 13 Apr 2021 15:33:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Joshua Fields Millburn was 28 when everything changed. Before, he’d had a three-bedroom house stuffed with designer clothes, and a phalanx of luxury cars parked in the driveway. He paid for these things with the six-figure salary he pulled in at his job coordinating hundreds of employees at a telec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/minimalism-in-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/minimalism-in-business/BackstageTue, 13 Apr 2021 08:39:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Every freelancer asks the question, “How much should I charge?” You’ll see it come up frequently in forums and Facebook groups, but it doesn’t always get a good answer. But answering this question is extremely important if you provide tax preparation services. As someone who handles money for a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-much-to-charge-for-tax-preparation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-much-to-charge-for-tax-preparation/AdviceMon, 12 Apr 2021 14:34:00 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm’s not a furniture company. You probably already knew that. But we do love a good table joke. That’s why we went all in on our April Fools’ Day joke this year, announcing to the world that JotForm Tables the new spreadsheet/database hybrid product for teams we launched in the fall was a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/april-fools-day-advertising/https://www.jotform.com/blog/april-fools-day-advertising/BackstageMon, 12 Apr 2021 14:33:17 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever sold anything on eBay, you know the importance of customer feedback. A color-coded star rating and positive reviews can boost your reputation and drive new business. On average, eBay customers leave feedback for an estimated 20 to 30 percent of successful purchase experiences. But...]]>https://www.jotform.com/customer-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/customer-feedback/GuidesMon, 12 Apr 2021 13:55:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Bizplan Upmetrics BizPlanBuilder Enloop GoSmallBiz LivePlan Writing a business plan is fundamental to starting a new business, and business plans are a must-have if you’re approaching banks or other investors for funding, explains Alyssa Gregory, founder of Small Biz Bonfire. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-plan-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-plan-software/Latest ArticlesFri, 09 Apr 2021 06:29:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Concept testing is the process of determining whether there’s a market for a new product or service. The significance of getting concept testing right can’t be overstated, as introducing new products and services is a fraught enterprise. According to McKinsey & Company, only 50 percent of ne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/concept-testing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/concept-testing/AdviceFri, 09 Apr 2021 06:23:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Include realistic monthly and annual goals Pinpoint the important hard and soft deadlines Identify your audience for each campaign Keep an updated account of your finances What is a fundraising calendar? A fundraising calendar keeps track of important steps and dates for a fundraisin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/fundraising-calendar/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/fundraising-calendar/IndustriesFri, 09 Apr 2021 06:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re a graphic designer, freelance writer, plumber, electrician, construction company, or any other kind of independent contractor or service provider, you need a way to create and share professionally designed job estimates with your potential clients and customers. https://youtu.be/...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/job-estimate/https://www.jotform.com/blog/job-estimate/AdviceThu, 08 Apr 2021 17:20:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Work has never been more complex than it is right now. In many organizations, there are more tasks to complete than there is time to do them. Speed and efficiency define work in this information age, and the biggest challenge isn’t reaching goals it’s managing workflow. Workflow management soft...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kissflow-vs-pipefy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kissflow-vs-pipefy/AdviceThu, 08 Apr 2021 17:19:41 +0000<![CDATA[ People love their pets like family members, but that doesn’t mean Fido and Boots have the same confidentiality rights as people under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), which sets strict confidentiality requirements for the protected health information (PHI) of human p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-hipaa-apply-to-animals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-hipaa-apply-to-animals/AdviceThu, 08 Apr 2021 12:59:13 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever sat in on a management meeting, you might have seen a myriad of different methods to display and manage the often-overwhelming cascade of data involved in a single project, let alone an entire company. While many of those methods are effective, few offer the simplicity and cohesiv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/visual-management-board/https://www.jotform.com/blog/visual-management-board/AdviceWed, 07 Apr 2021 15:11:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Approval workflows are vital processes for companies. They play a role in everything from paying invoices to launching new products and marketing campaigns. Following approval workflow protocols ensures an organization protects its funds, resources, reputation, and even its standing with the law. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-matrix/https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-matrix/AdviceWed, 07 Apr 2021 14:43:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Understanding the critical functions and capabilities of an approval workflow will give you a deeper appreciation for the world of efficient task management but it won’t necessarily help you put the concept into practice. A manual approval workflow can be a significant undertaking. For example,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-workflow-software-pillar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/approval-workflow-software-pillar/Latest ArticlesWed, 07 Apr 2021 13:51:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Everything in the world created by humans exists because someone said “yes.” The processes that keep our society running smoothly operate on the same principle. When it comes to an idea, it’s natural to focus on the actions needed to bring it to life. But beyond the brainstorming and labor, most...]]>https://www.jotform.com/approval-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/approval-workflow/GuidesWed, 07 Apr 2021 12:36:53 +0000<![CDATA[ A document approval workflow is essential for daily business. After all, someone has to approve bill payments, supply orders, and invoices, and do so often. A document approval workflow establishes how you move documents to the people who need to approve or reject them and lays out the order for th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-approval-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-approval-workflow/AdviceTue, 06 Apr 2021 19:29:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Define the scope early in the process Decide how you’ll display the board for your team Build your kanban board If it's digital, input the same information to the platform Use the holistic view for a system of efficiency metrics Many of the most efficient companies in the world use a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/value-stream-kanban/https://www.jotform.com/blog/value-stream-kanban/AdviceTue, 06 Apr 2021 19:26:12 +0000<![CDATA[ The business world is an interconnected network of organizations. In many ways, the valuable products and services businesses provide to customers and each other are what keep industries going. And paying invoices on time is foundational for these relationships. That’s why invoice approval wor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/invoice-approval-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/invoice-approval-workflow/AdviceTue, 06 Apr 2021 19:21:34 +0000<![CDATA[ In the past year, as companies around the globe rapidly transitioned to remote-only or hybrid work situations, many entrepreneurs have faced the challenge of defining or maintaining their corporate culture  the unique way that each organization goes about doing things. Without the usual touchstone ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-company-culture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-company-culture/BackstageTue, 06 Apr 2021 12:17:11 +0000<![CDATA[ In a fast-paced business environment, an organization may be juggling so many types of projects that employees have to dedicate part of the workday solely to figuring out how to get it all done. Workflow management software is the number one tool in your arsenal for keeping projects and everyday...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kissflow-vs-process-st/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kissflow-vs-process-st/AdviceMon, 05 Apr 2021 15:03:36 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve been shopping online more than usual lately, you’re not alone. People around the world spent almost $4 trillion on online orders in 2020, and the estimated value of global e-commerce is expected to reach nearly $10 trillion by 2027. It’s so simple: See something you like, click to buy,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-postepay-payments-using-a-mollie-account/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-postepay-payments-using-a-mollie-account/AdviceMon, 05 Apr 2021 15:01:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Every creative marketing project should start with a structured outline of the project’s objectives, messaging, and audience. From branding to social media and email to content marketing, every aspect of a marketing campaign can benefit from a strategic and carefully documented creative brief. I...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-creative-brief/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-creative-brief/AdviceFri, 02 Apr 2021 14:32:07 +0000<![CDATA[ ThinkWave Schoology Jotform QuickSchools Rediker Software Technology has the power to save people time and improve their work processes. In education, one key example is the online gradebook. With digital grading systems, teachers can quickly enter grades, saving time that they c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-gradebook/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-gradebook/IndustriesFri, 02 Apr 2021 14:29:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Contact information Employment Graduate school Engagement Overall satisfaction Graduate feedback is an essential resource for college and university administrators, and alumni surveys are a great way to gather that feedback. When you’re building an alumni survey, you first need t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/questions-to-ask-alumni/https://www.jotform.com/blog/questions-to-ask-alumni/IndustriesThu, 01 Apr 2021 14:22:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Some students learn better in a classroom or training course by working independently, while others require individualized attention. This is just one of the many differences between students. Because students’ needs vary widely, many schools find it helpful to implement academic tracking systems. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/academic-tracking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/academic-tracking/IndustriesThu, 01 Apr 2021 14:12:39 +0000<![CDATA[ A strong customer focus Superb customer service Speedy response time A responsive website Enticing product photography and descriptions The ability to change course Compared with a brick-and-mortar operation, setting up an online business seems easy. But according to some sources, abo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/common-traits-of-successful-online-businesses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/common-traits-of-successful-online-businesses/AdviceThu, 01 Apr 2021 14:05:25 +0000<![CDATA[ When the FDA first approved COVID-19 vaccines for distribution, state health departments were suddenly thrust into a logistical nightmare. Some experts, like Dr. Anthony Fauci, initially speculated that to achieve herd immunity, around 60–70 percent of the population would need to be vaccinated. No...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/phase-finder-tool-for-health-departments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/phase-finder-tool-for-health-departments/IndustriesThu, 01 Apr 2021 12:23:53 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2005, the writer David Foster Wallace opened his now-famous commencement address at Kenyon College with a short parable: There are these two young fish swimming along, and they happen to meet an older fish swimming the other way, who nods at them and says, ‘Morning, boys, how’s the water?’ An...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-mental-model-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-mental-model-examples/BackstageThu, 01 Apr 2021 08:18:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Develop your idea Gather applications Collect video submissions Get the word out Collect reservations and payments Set up the proper technology We may be living through challenging times, but one of the best ways to move forward is by fostering creativity. Film festivals have b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-film-festival/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-film-festival/AdviceWed, 31 Mar 2021 11:04:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Set clear expectations Be flexible Keep virtual meetings as brief as possible Communicate and listen to employees continuously Enable and encourage collaboration Celebrate success While COVID-19 has affected just about everyone in one way or another, for many people, one of the bigges...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-employee-engagement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-employee-engagement/AdviceWed, 31 Mar 2021 11:00:12 +0000<![CDATA[ A social media business profile can be a powerful way to connect with your ideal customers. But it can be frustrating to publish information online only to find that your conversion and engagement stats are dropping. A key challenge in social media marketing is figuring out how to create content th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-times-to-post-on-social-media/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-times-to-post-on-social-media/AdviceWed, 31 Mar 2021 07:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Detail the project and what your organization needs Write an executive summary Include vendor qualifications and the project budget Be transparent about the selection process Provide timelines Format for readability Have the expertise Detail the job but not how to do it A request fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-request-for-proposal/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-request-for-proposal/AdviceTue, 30 Mar 2021 19:18:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Include all employees in coaching programs Take a collaborative approach to employee coaching Establish mutual trust Identify employee weaknesses Set clear goals that define success Create an action plan Give and receive regular feedback Reward big and small achievements Do you want...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-coaching/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-coaching/AdviceTue, 30 Mar 2021 19:08:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Parent-teacher conferences have been an important part of educating generations of K–12 students. Successful conferences require both parties to listen respectfully to what each has to say, and they’re a proven way to help students. A parent-teacher conference is a breeze when the student is doi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-conduct-a-parent-teacher-conference/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-conduct-a-parent-teacher-conference/IndustriesTue, 30 Mar 2021 18:59:48 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2004, Google’s new email service sent ripples across the tech world, not only for its advanced features, but because the April 1st launch date felt like a prank  and the playful press release only fanned those flames. But Gmail was real. Signups were by invitation only until 2007 (a tactic th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/find-new-business-opportunities/https://www.jotform.com/blog/find-new-business-opportunities/BackstageTue, 30 Mar 2021 09:45:30 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s almost April, and that means the U.S. tax season is approaching. 😱 Everyone is getting a bit of breathing room this year, because the deadline for filing has been extended to May 17, but that’s just one extra month. Though tax filing has a bad rap among businesses and entrepreneurs for b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tax-templates-to-simplify-tax-season/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tax-templates-to-simplify-tax-season/ProductTue, 30 Mar 2021 07:09:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you love the idea of selling branded products, but don’t want to go through the process of product development and manufacturing? White labeling, also known as private labeling, is an option to consider if you’d like to shortcut the system. So what is white labeling? White labeling is when a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-white-labeling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-white-labeling/AdviceMon, 29 Mar 2021 16:02:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Word of mouth is an unbeatable way to promote a business. Few things are more convincing than a recommendation from a trusted friend or family member. In fact, 50 percent of consumers prefer word-of-mouth marketing compared to all other sources when making a buying decision. Word of mouth is als...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/referral-tracking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/referral-tracking/AdviceMon, 29 Mar 2021 15:57:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AppSheet zInspector Property Inspection Manager Happy Inspector Buildium Inspect & Cloud Property inspection software and home inspection apps help home inspectors increase their productivity through automation and streamlined workflows, reducing the time they s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inspection-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inspection-app/IndustriesMon, 29 Mar 2021 14:49:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Selling or taking orders for products online can be a huge boon for your business, but not having enough stock on hand to fulfill incoming orders can be really problematic. Along with being embarrassing and potentially costly, enabling people to place orders for items that you can’t deliver can ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hide-sold-out-products/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hide-sold-out-products/IndustriesMon, 29 Mar 2021 06:56:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s marketing landscape, there’s no shortage of data available to help you make informed business decisions and there’s a long list of data-collection tools to make your intelligence gathering more streamlined and effective. Collecting and analyzing customer data can help you create more...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-classification/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-classification/AdviceFri, 26 Mar 2021 20:47:12 +0000<![CDATA[ In the expanding gig economy, employers are increasingly outsourcing work to independent contractors, freelancers, and gig workers. Unlike traditional working relationships, where there’s an established salary and potentially contractual terms, freelancers such as those who create content, develop...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-bid-proposal/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-bid-proposal/AdviceFri, 26 Mar 2021 20:35:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Often, when we’re building our forms and surveys, we’re preoccupied with including the right fields and questions, crafting the best phrasing, getting the design of the form just right, and making tweaks to ensure we get the most submissions possible. One often overlooked item is the thank you p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-new-thank-you-page-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-new-thank-you-page-features/ProductFri, 26 Mar 2021 19:51:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Like it or not, appointments are necessary. While the process of scheduling appointments can be tedious and vexing at times, appointments allow you to create a fair, structured, and orderly scheduling system that offers some level of predictability for everyone. Online appointment forms that ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-schedule-follow-up-appointments-and-reminders/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-schedule-follow-up-appointments-and-reminders/IndustriesFri, 26 Mar 2021 19:38:04 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s been just over a year(!) since the pandemic forced tens of millions of people to desert their offices and work from home. But even though arms are getting jabbed with vaccines across the country, a full return to the office doesn’t look like it’s on the horizon. A recent article in TechRepu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-trivia-night-using-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-trivia-night-using-jotform/ProductFri, 26 Mar 2021 07:30:32 +0000<![CDATA[ A lot more goes into marketing and sales than simply generating leads and closing deals. Much of the work revolves around nurturing leads toward conversion. Because marketing generates leads through channels like online ads, organic search, and social media, sales teams are responsible for build...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/maximizing-lead-value/https://www.jotform.com/blog/maximizing-lead-value/AdviceThu, 25 Mar 2021 19:31:14 +0000<![CDATA[ How much is employee turnover cutting into your bottom line? While it might be difficult to change an employee’s mind when they are quitting, you still have a unique opportunity to understand why the person is leaving. The exit interview process helps you identify potential weak points in your o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/exit-interview-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/exit-interview-process/AdviceThu, 25 Mar 2021 19:16:02 +0000<![CDATA[ How has your nonprofit changed in 2020? It has likely changed in a number of ways, as the COVID-19 pandemic has altered practices for organizations across industries. The ongoing health concerns continue to impact both for-profit and nonprofit organizations. With the uncertainty of COVID-19, peo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-screening/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-screening/IndustriesThu, 25 Mar 2021 19:06:25 +0000<![CDATA[ There was a time when collecting money from customers in different European countries was a real struggle. For example, if your business was based in France, accepting payments from customers in Germany, Belgium, or Spain meant finding a way to convert deutsche marks, Belgian francs, or Spanish ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-mollie-payments-via-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-mollie-payments-via-jotform/IndustriesThu, 25 Mar 2021 08:48:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Follow new guidelines for open houses Be ready with research and answers Create a ready-to-buy vibe Make it an enjoyable experience Follow up on all house showings Some houses are so spectacular in terms of their floor plan, curb appeal, and upgrades that they practically sell them...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/house-showing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/house-showing/IndustriesWed, 24 Mar 2021 10:43:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Copyrights can be extremely valuable the recent number of famous musicians who’ve sold the copyrights to their work for huge sums makes that pretty clear. Perhaps most notable among these is Bob Dylan. He sold the rights to some of his very earliest songs for $100 in 1962, but he didn’t sell an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-give-permission-for-copyright/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-give-permission-for-copyright/AdviceWed, 24 Mar 2021 10:39:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Import the Excel file Upload the Excel file to Google Drive Open the Excel file in Google Drive When the electronic spreadsheet debuted in the late 70s, it was considered the first-ever “killer app” which is another way of saying the concept was so revolutionary, one could justify purch...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-convert-excel-to-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-convert-excel-to-google-sheets/AdviceTue, 23 Mar 2021 15:54:45 +0000<![CDATA[ How would you like to honor the memory of a loved one after they are gone? The internet offers a variety of options for memorializing a family member. And digital tools provide a place where family and friends can share photos, memories, and stories. Understanding the online memorial tribute ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-memorial-tributes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-memorial-tributes/AdviceTue, 23 Mar 2021 15:02:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Putting on a successful event requires a considerable amount of work. Even after you’ve reserved the venue and paid the deposit, vetted and chosen the speakers, gotten your carefully selected sponsors on board, and planned the agenda down to the last detail, you still have work to do. You have t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-marketing-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-marketing-plan/AdviceTue, 23 Mar 2021 11:03:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Companies say they want customer feedback, but knowing how to get it and use it effectively is another story. Creating a poll, for example, is just one customer feedback tactic. On its own, it doesn’t necessarily have a lot of power. But as part of a wider, robust customer feedback strategy, it ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-feedback-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-feedback-examples/IndustriesMon, 22 Mar 2021 14:25:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Provide patient education Upgrade your systems Create easy feedback loops Improve patient follow-ups Protect patient confidentiality Be transparent about visit expectations Focus on communication Patient satisfaction is more than a metric to impress hospital directors. This...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-satisfaction/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-satisfaction/IndustriesMon, 22 Mar 2021 13:46:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Cflow Clio TAP Workflow Automation and TeamConnect MyCase Any law firm’s or corporate legal department’s day-to-day administrative processes involves significant document preparation and workflows that are heavily deadline driven. But document preparation often becomes re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/legal-workflow-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/legal-workflow-software/AdviceMon, 22 Mar 2021 13:44:10 +0000<![CDATA[ The philosopher Aristotle theorized in the fourth century that humans experience 14 primary emotions. While modern research has since found the spectrum of human emotion is far broader than the Greek philosopher once thought, I’m convinced entrepreneurs have their own spectrum. To be direct, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/turn-negative-into-positive-emotions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/turn-negative-into-positive-emotions/BackstageMon, 22 Mar 2021 06:57:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Box Dropbox Google Drive iCloud MEGA pCloud Sync Tresorit Proton Drive Zoho WorkDrive Icedrive IDrive Koofr OneDrive Internxt In your daily work, you’ve probably already seen evidence of the data explosion a monumental increase in the amount of data...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-storage-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-storage-apps/AdviceFri, 19 Mar 2021 12:21:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a simple online application Automate submissions of supporting documents Create a systematic review process Create a scoring rubric Set guidelines for evaluating applications Reviewing scholarship applications is a daunting task. When hundreds of applicants submit applicat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-review-a-scholarship-application/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-review-a-scholarship-application/IndustriesFri, 19 Mar 2021 12:19:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re scheduling vaccines, inking an intricate tattoo over several sessions, or anything in between, JotForm’s Form Builder includes an Appointment field that makes it easy to create appointments and send reminders. This tool is completely free to all users, and you can create appointments...]]>https://www.jotform.com/managing-appointments-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/managing-appointments-webinar/ProductFri, 19 Mar 2021 11:57:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Create the box concept Produce a sample box Arrange packaging and shipping options Build subscription forms Develop a promotional plan Begin accepting subscriptions Repeat customers, assured income, and money in the bank each month sounds like every business owner’s dream, right? But...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-subscription-box/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-subscription-box/IndustriesFri, 19 Mar 2021 09:18:14 +0000<![CDATA[ As you brainstorm and design your business operations, you’re probably thinking about how to address any problems that might arise along the way. There are issues you can anticipate for example, if you work at a post office, some mail might inevitably get misplaced or lost. But what about probl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/incident-reporting-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/incident-reporting-software/AdviceThu, 18 Mar 2021 16:25:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Apps HouseCall Pro Jobber RazorSync Service Fusion Frontu (formerly Tasker) Mobile field service apps are essential for any business with employees who work remotely on job sites or in customers’ homes. These apps offer businesses a number of benefits. According to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-service-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-service-apps/AdviceThu, 18 Mar 2021 13:11:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Performance management and performance appraisal might sound like interchangeable HR jargon, but the two terms refer to two distinct ways to assess and improve employee performance. Performance appraisal which many people considered progressive when it first emerged has been around since the e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-management-vs-performance-appraisal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-management-vs-performance-appraisal/AdviceThu, 18 Mar 2021 12:59:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Nonprofits often host fundraising events to generate awareness for their campaigns, and it helps to use some of today’s digital tools to set them up. These tools can help you create an efficient, low-cost event planning process and a memorable experience for donors and volunteers. Digital signup...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/signup-com-vs-signupgenius/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/signup-com-vs-signupgenius/IndustriesThu, 18 Mar 2021 11:03:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Inform the patient Share information with the receiving doctor Document patient referrals Manage the patient referral process Patient referral is a common and important medical practice. Sometimes, a patient’s condition is outside a doctor’s area of expertise, and the doctor needs to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-refer-a-patient-to-another-doctor/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-refer-a-patient-to-another-doctor/IndustriesWed, 17 Mar 2021 20:00:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Zonka Feedback FastField Fulcrum Magpi In the current paradigm of big tech, e-commerce, and digital marketing, data has emerged as one of the most valuable assets in the world. Though collecting and analyzing metadata offers deeper insight into buying behavior and ad targ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-tools/AdviceWed, 17 Mar 2021 19:51:39 +0000<![CDATA[ When an architect starts planning a skyscraper, the project progresses in stages. There’s location scouting, brainstorming, and drawing blueprints. These blueprints are two dimensional, outlining the specifics of the building and what it will contain. Eventually, the architect needs to turn the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-pivot-table-in-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-pivot-table-in-google-sheets/AdviceWed, 17 Mar 2021 10:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Size Ingredients Skill level Time frame Charging for additional services If you’re a baker, chances are you got into the industry to share your love of sweet treats and the joy they bring to others. The added happiness a beautiful cake can bring to a couple on their wedding day or a to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-price-cake/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-price-cake/AdviceTue, 16 Mar 2021 19:41:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Can’t go to the clinic because of COVID-19? There may be an app for that. In fact, in 2017, consumers had access to more than 318,000 healthcare apps. With a global pandemic changing the way patients receive care, healthcare apps are quickly filling in the gaps so patients can still get important h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-app-hipaa-compliance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-app-hipaa-compliance/IndustriesTue, 16 Mar 2021 19:31:57 +0000<![CDATA[ As common as they are in our lives, smartphones are still a fairly new invention. And everything that came after them in the business world has revolutionized the way payments are processed, gathered, and requested. Two of the giants in this world are PayPal and Square. Think of them as large-sc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-vs-paypal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-vs-paypal/IndustriesTue, 16 Mar 2021 18:56:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys are an important part of getting the customer feedback that’s critical to long-term business success which is why so many businesses send them out. With so many surveys flooding user inboxes, it’s important that yours is one people actually want to fill out. Survey logic makes that poss...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-logic/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-logic/AdviceMon, 15 Mar 2021 14:13:42 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re starting a new job or have recently changed positions, your employer may ask you to fill out a W-4 form. This form identifies your tax withholdings, which will factor into whether you receive a tax refund or owe taxes at the end of each tax year. You need to fill out this form each tim...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-w-4-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-w-4-online/AdviceMon, 15 Mar 2021 13:56:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Document automation simplifies creating documents like contracts and invoices, improving efficiency. It streamlines document creation, leading to significant time savings, reduced human errors, enhanced customer service, and the assurance of having up-to-date and compliant documents. Docu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-document-automation/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-document-automation/GuidesMon, 15 Mar 2021 13:05:11 +0000<![CDATA[ One warm spring day in 1955, Emma Gatewood put on her Keds tennis shoes, stuffed a change of clothes and a few other things into a homemade denim backpack and told her children and grandchildren that she was going for a walk. The next time her family heard from her, she had walked 800 miles of the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/30-minute-walk-benefits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/30-minute-walk-benefits/BackstageMon, 15 Mar 2021 06:39:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand the tiered system for vaccine distribution Communicate with patients Use automated forms Systematize vaccine screening & appointment booking Use a HIPAA-friendly solution for COVID-19 vaccines People of all ages are anxiously waiting their turn to get one of the COVID-19 vac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vaccination-eligibility/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vaccination-eligibility/IndustriesFri, 12 Mar 2021 11:24:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify a few key buyers Gather quantitative and qualitative data Find a format you like Train your sales and marketing team to use personas Running a business effectively means reaching the people who will actually buy your products or services. Unfortunately, there are many wa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/buyer-persona/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/buyer-persona/AdviceFri, 12 Mar 2021 11:21:42 +0000<![CDATA[ General knowledge Lesson plan Delivery of information Response to students Teaching environment Educators likely stress at the mere thought of someone observing their teaching, but it’s an important part of their professional development. New teachers especially may spend hours p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teacher-observing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teacher-observing/IndustriesFri, 12 Mar 2021 11:18:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Awareness Consideration Decision Retention Marketers have long used the marketing funnel to describe the journey prospects take as they move from browsers to customers and hopefully repeat customers. The funnel encourages marketers to focus on the needs of prospects or customers at...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-funnel-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-funnel-automation/AdviceThu, 11 Mar 2021 18:34:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Make no mistake, the Dutch are a force to be reckoned with. From its golden age in the 17th century to more recent times, the Netherlands has been a key financial, trading, and cultural hub in Europe. While it may be dwarfed literally and figuratively by other countries in Europe, the Nethe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-ideal-payments-via-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-ideal-payments-via-jotform/IndustriesThu, 11 Mar 2021 12:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Take proper measures to protect data Double up your security Think about your blind spots Embed in your website Reduce your exposure Secure information When you open a checking or savings account, you expect the bank to follow some basic rules. You have no doubt the bank will protect ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-privacy-policy-to-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-privacy-policy-to-website/AdviceThu, 11 Mar 2021 11:13:20 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to preserving history and learning from it, we can’t rely solely on statistics, public records, diaries, and other written sources if we want to get a full picture of a specific time period. Oral history can often fill in the gaps left by written records, adding depth and dimension to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-conduct-an-oral-history-interview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-conduct-an-oral-history-interview/AdviceWed, 10 Mar 2021 12:27:13 +0000<![CDATA[ If you work as an independent contractor or freelancer, you need to fill out a W-9 form for each of your clients for tax filing purposes. Printing and scanning each form can get a little cumbersome, but filling out the form online can save you time. Similarly, if you have a business and you subc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-a-w9-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-fill-out-a-w9-online/AdviceTue, 09 Mar 2021 16:54:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Performance appraisal is a corporate procedure with a long history and a reputation as a process neither employers nor employees look forward to. But it’s an indispensable tool, as employers have both the right and the responsibility to assess their employees to identify who’s doing well, who’s tr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-conduct-a-performance-appraisal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-conduct-a-performance-appraisal/AdviceTue, 09 Mar 2021 16:49:48 +0000<![CDATA[ In theory, a large enterprise should have well-oiled processes in place for every kind of workflow, work itself should be segmented and easy to navigate, and collaboration between individuals and teams should be second nature. Too often, though, that isn’t the case. We’ve all heard examples of s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/enterprise/solving-enterprise-problems-with-jotform-inbox/https://www.jotform.com/enterprise/solving-enterprise-problems-with-jotform-inbox/EnterpriseTue, 09 Mar 2021 12:13:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Improving the patient experience improves lives, protects your business, and even makes employees happier. Every day, healthcare organizations are under more pressure to focus on their patient experience. These include external pressures that affect licensing and credibility, clinical pressures tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-the-patient-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-the-patient-experience/IndustriesMon, 08 Mar 2021 16:16:29 +0000<![CDATA[ TIBCO Sisense Tableau Databricks ThoughtSpot Qlik Sense Redash Metabase KNIME Analytics GoodData Data analysis is the process of curating, organizing, and presenting data in a meaningful way. Today’s businesses collect several terabytes of data each year if not ea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-analysis-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-analysis-tools/AdviceMon, 08 Mar 2021 16:13:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Making a sale is a long game that requires many steps over many days, weeks, or months sometimes even years. To make the sales process as efficient as possible, it’s important to have a system in place that organizes all of your information. Lead tracking is the process sales and marketing team...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-lead-tracking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-lead-tracking/AdviceMon, 08 Mar 2021 13:56:08 +0000<![CDATA[ For years people the world over have been using spreadsheets to keep track of projects and manage budgets, and as an overall reference point for team workflow. While spreadsheets are excellent at helping us manage numerical data at scale, they often flounder when it comes to expanding their scope t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/enterprise/jotform-tables-for-enterprises/https://www.jotform.com/enterprise/jotform-tables-for-enterprises/EnterpriseMon, 08 Mar 2021 13:36:27 +0000<![CDATA[ One of my most cherished summer traditions is taking off from my company, JotForm, and spending a week outdoors picking olives on my family’s farm in Turkey. I consider this time away from screens and spreadsheets critically important to my wellbeing, and clearing my mind of the day-to-day often cr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/reading-for-pleasure/https://www.jotform.com/blog/reading-for-pleasure/BackstageMon, 08 Mar 2021 08:39:13 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/XcuL-FXFhlo The pandemic has turned the business world upside down. But surprisingly, one aspect that hasn’t seemed to change is hiring it’s still challenging to find the right candidates. Before the pandemic, the economic boom made it difficult to find available workers. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-hiring-event/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-hiring-event/AdviceFri, 05 Mar 2021 11:53:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Slack Zoom Jotform Nectar Fond The Go Game Blink Let’s Roam The COVID-19 pandemic has made remote work both more necessary and more popular. In fact, you may find yourself managing a fully remote team for the first time. There are plenty of challenges that come along ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-work-culture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-work-culture/AdviceFri, 05 Mar 2021 11:50:33 +0000<![CDATA[ In the healthcare field, informed consent is many things: It’s a legal doctrine, an ethical obligation, and a standard of care. According to oral maxillofacial surgeon Mughda Patwardhan, D.D.S., M.D., informed consent is a practice more than anything. “Informed consent is basically where the hea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-informed-consent/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-informed-consent/GuidesFri, 05 Mar 2021 11:43:58 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a small business owner or solopreneur who doesn’t feel 100-percent confident writing a marketing plan, you may have decided to skip that step altogether and jump right into implementation. You try to do all the marketing you can to get traction in your business now, rather than later. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-goals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-goals/AdviceThu, 04 Mar 2021 11:31:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Document creation Document storage Document sharing and delivery Document archival or deletion With enterprises constantly creating new documents, tracking and organizing them all can be a struggle. Eighty-two percent of employees say poorly managed information negatively impacts th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-life-cycle/https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-life-cycle/AdviceThu, 04 Mar 2021 11:29:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Salesforce is one of the most popular customer relationship management (CRM) platforms available today. It’s popular because it boasts a wide range of useful features. In fact, you’d be hard-pressed to identify any gaps in functionality in Salesforce’s products, and if you could find a gap, one of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-professional-vs-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-professional-vs-enterprise/AdviceThu, 04 Mar 2021 11:27:18 +0000<![CDATA[ I was having an uneventful afternoon, so, like I often do, I reached for my phone. After 20 minutes on Twitter and a few more reading the news, I wasn’t bored anymore  but I didn’t exactly feel good, either. It was like someone had hijacked my body. My jaw was clenched, my shoulders tense, an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-mental-health/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-mental-health/BackstageThu, 04 Mar 2021 09:18:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Slack Jotform Zoom Zendesk Asana Google Suite If your team is struggling to communicate effectively, the tools you’re using might be to blame. In a 2018 survey on internal communication, 54 percent of respondents reported that using internal technologies that weren’t appropria...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/internal-communication-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/internal-communication-tools/AdviceWed, 03 Mar 2021 13:02:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Businesses are always looking for ways to make things a little easier. In challenging economic conditions, business owners and company executives often focus on reducing operating costs wherever possible. This is why, now more than ever, automated lead generation is becoming a crucial strategy t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automated-lead-generation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automated-lead-generation/AdviceWed, 03 Mar 2021 12:40:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Always over deliver Focus on customer success Keep track of customer satisfaction metrics Customer satisfaction and retention are closely connected business terms that have a significant impact on the bottom line, but each has a distinct definition. Customer satisfaction is a measur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-satisfaction-and-retention/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-satisfaction-and-retention/IndustriesWed, 03 Mar 2021 12:35:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Every trip to the grocery store brings with it a need to pick up some essentials. You wouldn’t want to leave without buying everything you need for the week ahead. Otherwise, you might find yourself scrounging for meals and frantically having to make a second trip. No one likes to feel disorgani...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-calendar-in-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-calendar-in-google-sheets/AdviceWed, 03 Mar 2021 12:23:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The first thing participants should see when they open a survey is a survey introduction. It’s a crucial piece of the survey puzzle, providing information about the survey topic, who’s conducting the survey, the goal of the research, and any other pertinent details that may encourage people to part...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-introduction/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-introduction/AdviceTue, 02 Mar 2021 13:53:23 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve all heard the saying “time is money.” However, when it comes to doctors, their time has a greater impact than the money they bring in. The amount of time physicians devote to patient care directly impacts the quality of care they provide. After all, doctors who spend more time learning abo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-reduce-paperwork-for-doctors/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-reduce-paperwork-for-doctors/IndustriesTue, 02 Mar 2021 13:50:36 +0000<![CDATA[ People have an average of 70,000 thoughts a day. Some of these thoughts will naturally be about the businesses, products, and services they use. For business owners, finding out what their customers are thinking is vital to improving performance and boosting sales. That’s where customer feedback pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-time-customer-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-time-customer-feedback/IndustriesTue, 02 Mar 2021 13:47:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Good communication is the foundation of a strong care coordination, but there are plenty of pressures and structural issues within the healthcare system that can make it difficult to communicate effectively with patients. Insurance companies have scaled back the amount they’ll reimburse for medi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-care-coordination/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-care-coordination/IndustriesMon, 01 Mar 2021 10:54:27 +0000<![CDATA[ When you think of word processors, what’s the first one that comes to mind? Microsoft Word, the longtime standby that’s been around decades, is probably what pops into your head. Word is the old guard, the place where papers, projects, and outlines are written, and the model on which other word pro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-fillable-form-in-word/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-fillable-form-in-word/AdviceMon, 01 Mar 2021 10:37:37 +0000<![CDATA[ If an alien descended to Earth and found herself, somehow, in the self-help section of a bookstore, she might deduce that we’ve clearly got an obsession with happiness. Among the titles that might catch her eye: The Art of Happiness. The Happiness Project. The How of Happiness. Authentic Happine...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pursuit-of-happiness/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pursuit-of-happiness/BackstageMon, 01 Mar 2021 08:32:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Simplify your menus Add breadcrumbs Optimize your images Use Scalable Vector Graphics Sharpen your calls to action Add recommendations An organization’s website is usually the first, and most important, way that potential customers interact with that business. Successful companies try...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/website-design-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/website-design-ideas/AdviceFri, 26 Feb 2021 11:44:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Define your goals Curate who you follow Leverage your following on other platforms Optimize your bio Host a room Get onstage Apply to start a club Did you know that Clubhouse has 2 million weekly average users? Many people who use the app spend hours on it either actively hosting...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-grow-online-presence-on-clubhouse/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-grow-online-presence-on-clubhouse/AdviceFri, 26 Feb 2021 11:07:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Advertise across multiple channels Plan an optimum times Prepare the home for the open house Use technology to collect, track, and qualify Follow best practices during the open house Encourage visitors to stay awhile Don’t stress New real estate agents face a steep learning cur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-an-open-house/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-an-open-house/IndustriesFri, 26 Feb 2021 11:04:59 +0000<![CDATA[ For many of us, working in a physical office is a distant memory. Without coworkers surrounding us each day, we’ve turned to new ways to stay connected. Virtual meeting rooms, digital collaboration software, messaging apps, and employee monitoring software simulate the familiar office setting that ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-workspace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-workspace/AdviceThu, 25 Feb 2021 14:49:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify your target demographic Identify your unique selling proposition Set up your fitness website Integrate forms into your website Build an email list Establish a social media presence Create quality fitness videos Focus on long-term efforts It’s no surprise we’re s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-fitness-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-fitness-business/AdviceThu, 25 Feb 2021 14:29:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you just starting your career as a photographer, or have you been doing it for a while? No matter what stage you’re at in your career, it’s always good to have an additional source of income, especially if it’s from doing something you love. Some photographers go into the stock photography busi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-make-money-with-stock-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-make-money-with-stock-photography/IndustriesThu, 25 Feb 2021 14:04:47 +0000<![CDATA[ The day is cool and sunny in Rio de Janeiro as Miguel Durán mounts his swimming block in the Summer Olympics men’s 400m freestyle heat. He slaps his thighs twice to loosen up as he bends over, placing his feet and hands on their marks. As the announcer directs the swimmers to get ready, Miguel begi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-self-regulation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-self-regulation/BackstageThu, 25 Feb 2021 07:20:56 +0000<![CDATA[ What do Nike, Tesla, your hairdresser, and your local grocery store have in common? They all use vendors. That’s right: Whether a global enterprise or a one-person show, every business relies on vendors to get the job done.  From your internet provider or coffee supplier to an HR consult...]]>https://www.jotform.com/vendor-management/https://www.jotform.com/vendor-management/GuidesWed, 24 Feb 2021 13:56:33 +0000<![CDATA[ If you work for an organization that measures customer success or happiness, you’ve likely heard of the customer satisfaction (CSAT) and Net Promoter Score (NPS) metrics. Both can provide valuable insights into how your customers feel about your company and the products and services you offer. W...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/csat-vs-nps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/csat-vs-nps/IndustriesWed, 24 Feb 2021 11:55:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: best for streamlining all processes that require forms CampSite: best for streamlining enrollment and operations management Sawyer Tools: best all-in-one camp management tool Regpack: best for registration and communication ACTIVE Network’s Camp & Class Manager: best for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/summer-camp-registration-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/summer-camp-registration-software/IndustriesWed, 24 Feb 2021 11:26:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Think outside the box Do some manual work Download from Jotform Arrange your data Customize your file Make lead generation easy When you’re growing your business, people are your most valuable resource. If all goes well, the number of people you bring into your business as contacts, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-download-leads-from-facebook/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-download-leads-from-facebook/AdviceTue, 23 Feb 2021 14:53:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you passionate about helping other people with health and wellness? If you find fulfillment in supporting clients through nutrition and holistic remedies, then you might want to consider becoming a holistic health coach. People are frustrated by poor results from medications, a complicated h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-holistic-health-coach/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-holistic-health-coach/IndustriesTue, 23 Feb 2021 12:28:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Adobe PDF compressor PDF2Go Adobe Acrobat Pro PDF Architect PDF files are super handy. Short for portable document format, PDFs are one of the most popular file types because they can be shared across multiple platforms. But it becomes more difficult to share them the larger the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-compress-a-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-compress-a-pdf/AdviceTue, 23 Feb 2021 11:58:33 +0000<![CDATA[ The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, commonly known as HIPAA, established rules governing healthcare in the United States. Congress enacted HIPAA in 1996 when people still referred to the internet as the World Wide Web and Amazon only sold books making it one of the nation’s e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-pharmacy-rules/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-pharmacy-rules/IndustriesMon, 22 Feb 2021 12:56:54 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve been researching document automation, you’ve probably come across the term document assembly. People often use these two terms interchangeably. However, there’s a growing difference between them and the types of software they describe. In this post, we explain what these terms have tra...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-automation-vs-document-assembly/https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-automation-vs-document-assembly/AdviceMon, 22 Feb 2021 12:21:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Shopify Wix Squarespace Bonanza Etsy Facebook Marketplace Are you fed up with Amazon and eBay? Or are you just looking to expand your horizons and your revenue by investigating where else you can sell your stuff online? Whatever the reason, the good news (and perhaps also t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-the-best-platform-to-sell-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-the-best-platform-to-sell-online/AdviceMon, 22 Feb 2021 12:06:29 +0000<![CDATA[ In September 2018, aka the Before times, organizational psychologist Adam Grant tweeted: Work-life balance sets an unrealistic expectation of keeping different roles in steady equilibrium. Instead, strive for a work-life rhythm. Each week has a repeating pattern of beats  job, family, friends, h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/entrepreneur-work-life-balance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/entrepreneur-work-life-balance/BackstageMon, 22 Feb 2021 08:48:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Every day we depend on digital connectivity to interact with our family, friends, and coworkers. Never has that connectivity been more important than now. The lines between our personal and work lives have blurred. We increasingly rely on the same digital solutions to manage work documents that we ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-onedrive-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-onedrive-integration/ProductMon, 22 Feb 2021 06:57:26 +0000<![CDATA[ The beginning of the end is in sight. After trying to get ahead of the novel coronavirus for nearly a year, we finally reached a turning point at the end of 2020, when newly developed vaccines were approved for widespread use. As countries race to secure available COVID-19 vaccines, governmen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-organize-your-vaccine-distribution-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-organize-your-vaccine-distribution-with-jotform/IndustriesMon, 22 Feb 2021 06:53:40 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that attracting new leads and nurturing them over time can turn curious visitors into some of your biggest supporters. But trying to stay on top of all the interactions that your team has with leads, prospects, clients, customers, or supporters can be excruciating and time-consumi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-as-crm-tool/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-as-crm-tool/ProductMon, 22 Feb 2021 06:47:57 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s a simple premise: You’ll likely sell more when you make the buying experience easy for your customers. That’s why JotForm is thrilled to announce an integration with Mollie, one of the fastest growing payment processors in Europe. With this integration, you can sell goods or services throug...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-mollie-payments-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-mollie-payments-integration/IndustriesMon, 22 Feb 2021 06:46:54 +0000<![CDATA[ When the COVID-19 pandemic hit last year, JotForm wanted to provide as much support as possible to our healthcare, government, and nonprofit users who were fighting on the front lines. So our team created the Coronavirus Responder Program (or CRP, for short). The CRP provides free, unlimited ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-look-at-our-coronavirus-responder-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-look-at-our-coronavirus-responder-program/Customer StoriesMon, 22 Feb 2021 06:44:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Despite market fluctuations, you’ve arrived at the point where your startup is ready to launch. Now you need to let the business world know loud and clear it’s go time. But in order to make an impact, you need to convince media outlets that you have something worthwhile to say to their audience...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-pitch-journalists/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-pitch-journalists/AdviceFri, 19 Feb 2021 12:36:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Be sure the value of your offer is clear Reduce the appearance of risk Make the offer feel rare and urgent Keep your page simple Optimize your forms Your landing page exists to get visitors to take a specific action, whether it’s signing up for an email newsletter, requesting more inf...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-page-conversion-rates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-page-conversion-rates/AdviceFri, 19 Feb 2021 12:34:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Strategic roadmap template Portfolio roadmap template Feature roadmap template Release roadmap template As the name implies, product roadmaps serve as guides to successfully bring an idea from concept to market. But unlike normal maps (or GPS systems), product roadmaps aren’t innatel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-roadmap-template/https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-roadmap-template/AdviceFri, 19 Feb 2021 12:31:14 +0000<![CDATA[ A facilities manager wears many hats and manages many different moving parts. Keeping a property in good condition involves more than just dealing with tenants. It also involves managing equipment, buildings, and budgets.  Facility management requires a manager who can be proactive as well ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/facility-management-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/facility-management-checklist/AdviceThu, 18 Feb 2021 13:38:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Now that so many people are working from home, and meetings have moved from the conference room to the computer screen, paperless meetings are no longer just a noble goal. In this brave new world of video meetings, passing out papers isn’t even an option. That’s something we can all celebrate. F...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-meetings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-meetings/AdviceThu, 18 Feb 2021 12:34:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Know your strategy Decide what to highlight Use stories, epics, initiatives, and themes Use familiar graphic elements Keep it simple When you’re en route to a new destination, it helps to visualize the turns up ahead. The same is true for product development. If you can visualize your ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-roadmap-visualization/https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-roadmap-visualization/AdviceThu, 18 Feb 2021 12:21:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Every year, millions of people wake up on January 1 with a slate of New Year’s resolutions. This, they say, will be the year I launch the next Google/write a book/land a magazine cover. These are admirable goals, certainly. But the unfortunate reality is that 80 percent of those resolutions will...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/set-ambitious-goals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/set-ambitious-goals/BackstageThu, 18 Feb 2021 08:13:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Know what you want to do Decide on a business model Develop an e-commerce process Manage the inventory and logistics process Know local guidelines and regulations Alert your customers and prospects Get started The pandemic has made it difficult for some small businesses to maintain a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-business-at-home/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-business-at-home/AdviceWed, 17 Feb 2021 13:23:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you know how to fulfill your roles and responsibilities? Do you feel comfortable using company technology? What topics would you like to learn about? How long do you expect training sessions to last? How do you rate the quality of the instructor? Was the training volume appropri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/training-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/training-survey-questions/IndustriesWed, 17 Feb 2021 13:19:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Online merchants face many questions as they develop their sites and checkout processes. One of the biggest choices to consider is whether to use a hosted vs a non-hosted payment gateway on the checkout page. Why is this so important? The way your online store accepts payment has an impact on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hosted-vs-non-hosted/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hosted-vs-non-hosted/IndustriesWed, 17 Feb 2021 12:39:43 +0000<![CDATA[ With COVID-19 vaccines finally becoming more widely available, healthcare organizations and governments have another daunting task ahead of them: Distributing the precious vaccine doses to an eager public in an organized, efficient, and secure manner. This process requires a sophisticated data-c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/webinar/managing-vaccine-distribution/https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/webinar/managing-vaccine-distribution/IndustriesWed, 17 Feb 2021 12:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform SurveyMonkey Survicate SurveyLab FeatureOS (formerly Hellonext) HubSpot UseResponse If it seems like there’s a software solution available for every business activity, that’s because there is. Customer satisfaction software is no exception. How do you conduct ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-survey-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-survey-tools/AdviceWed, 17 Feb 2021 08:35:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Now more than ever, people are in need of some serious entertainment aside from mindlessly scrolling their Netflix queue. Catching a theater performance is certainly one cultural experience that many of us have missed during the coronavirus pandemic. But if you’ve been dreaming of the day you c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-tickets-for-your-zoom-theater/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-tickets-for-your-zoom-theater/IndustriesTue, 16 Feb 2021 13:40:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer service satisfaction (CSS) Net Promoter Score® (NPS®) Customer churn The time to resolve customer complaints Online reviews A happy customer tends to be a long-term customer who contributes positively to the bottom line. In fact, 84 percent of companies that make an effo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-satisfaction-metrics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-satisfaction-metrics/IndustriesTue, 16 Feb 2021 10:19:14 +0000<![CDATA[ As COVID-19 vaccine distribution gains momentum, healthcare providers need to implement systems to manage associated administrative tasks. One critical task is obtaining vaccination consent before administering each dose. These consent forms ensure that each patient reviews and understands certain ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vaccination-consent/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vaccination-consent/IndustriesMon, 15 Feb 2021 13:56:06 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re planning to host a webinar, you have to manage a lot of moving parts. Internally, you’re putting together all of the details, slides, and information you want to touch on during your event. And externally, you’re reaching out to stakeholders or anyone who might want to register for the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-webinar/IndustriesMon, 15 Feb 2021 13:25:57 +0000<![CDATA[ What can healthcare organizations do to boost their finances? Improving your practice’s patient flow is a proven way to increase revenue and patient satisfaction. By building a seamless patient flow, you’ll be able to get patients in and out quickly, allowing you to treat more people. Let’s go thro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-flow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-flow/IndustriesMon, 15 Feb 2021 12:17:51 +0000<![CDATA[ The other night, I was on a Zoom call with Chris, an old friend from my days as an early developer at a large Internet media company in New York City. We spent nearly an hour reminiscing about the good old days. Something I’ve been doing more and more throughout the course of this pandemic. W...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-code-not-no-coders/https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-code-not-no-coders/BackstageMon, 15 Feb 2021 06:53:25 +0000<![CDATA[ There are nearly 1,000 manufacturers of medical devices in the United States today. These companies make money by bringing new products to market. But before they can sell a new type of insulin pump or popularize the next generation of cochlear implants, they need to prove that their latest inventi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/informed-consent-in-research/https://www.jotform.com/blog/informed-consent-in-research/IndustriesFri, 12 Feb 2021 14:41:19 +0000<![CDATA[ A 3D bar chart gone wrong A pie chart that should have been a bar chart A continuous line chart used to show discrete data A misleading geography visual A confusing graphic Even when we have the best intentions in communicating data through visuals, they don’t always turn out the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bad-data-visualization/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bad-data-visualization/AdviceFri, 12 Feb 2021 14:26:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Much like children today are a barometer for what society will be like tomorrow, leads in a brand’s sales pipeline are the best hope for sales in the future. And, just as kids require nurturing, businesses must nurture their leads as they grow and develop into qualified prospects who will hopefully...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-pipeline-metrics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sales-pipeline-metrics/AdviceFri, 12 Feb 2021 14:05:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Translating information into visuals, a technique known as data visualization, is helpful for making sense of any data set. But the practice isn’t just about taking a few data points and matching them with an appealing visual. You need context and a story to drive your visualization. It’s the on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-data-visualization/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-data-visualization/AdviceThu, 11 Feb 2021 16:05:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Team members move on to new jobs and opportunities seeing them come and go is  part of running a business but departing employees can provide you with valuable information and insights into your business operations.  To conduct an effective exit interview, you need to ask the right q...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/exit-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/exit-survey-questions/AdviceThu, 11 Feb 2021 15:41:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you still mailing, scanning, and filing paper documents when you onboard new employees? There’s an alternative that’s quicker and more secure: paperless onboarding. A good paperless onboarding system will store all documents online in a single location, making it easier to find the right file a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-onboarding/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-onboarding/AdviceThu, 11 Feb 2021 15:31:32 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2004, Charles Duhigg was working as a reporter in Baghdad when he heard that an army major, while reviewing footage of recent riots in the city of Kufa, had observed an interesting pattern: Violence usually came after a crowd had gathered in a plaza or open space. Along with the crowds came spec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mind-training/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mind-training/BackstageThu, 11 Feb 2021 14:07:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Bar chart Pie chart Table summary Smile indicator Donut chart Multiple visualizations When you’re looking for key insights to help you make business decisions, you can’t go wrong with surveys. You can send them via email or embed them on your website to customers to gauge how ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-report-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-report-examples/AdviceWed, 10 Feb 2021 14:32:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Healthcare providers are determined to do all they can to help their patients, but providing exceptional care comes with many challenges like understanding your patients well enough to tailor your recommendations to their needs. To provide tailored care, physicians need to know as much as they ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-demographics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-demographics/IndustriesTue, 09 Feb 2021 12:28:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Medscape Prevention TaskForce VisualDx Skyscape Medical Library epocrates PEPID Lexicomp DynaMed UpToDate MDCalc Healthcare employees are always on the move. From checking on patients to conferring with other staff, providers are often away from their desks. Being ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-apps/IndustriesTue, 09 Feb 2021 12:26:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Low-code and no-code platforms have significantly lowered the barriers to designing websites, databases, and complex automated workflows.Just 10–15 years ago, building a website was a complicated task that usually involved fighting with Dreamweaver. Today, those with little to no coding knowledg...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-code-development-platforms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-code-development-platforms/AdviceMon, 08 Feb 2021 13:36:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Since mid December 2020, U.S. citizens have been receiving vaccinations for COVID-19 based on recommendations established by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).  While each state has its own plan for who’s next in line for a vaccine and how they’ll get it, the CDC recommends healthcare p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-vaccination-requests/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-vaccination-requests/IndustriesMon, 08 Feb 2021 13:14:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Patient screening Health questionnaires Patient registration Patient consent Schedule management Combined forms Healthcare providers are rolling out the new COVID-19 vaccine, but delivering millions of doses in such a short time is a massive undertaking. Vaccination scheduling is a cr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vaccination-screening-scheduling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vaccination-screening-scheduling/IndustriesMon, 08 Feb 2021 13:13:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Horoscopes, the Enneagram, Myers-Briggs, the alignment system: Never before have there been so many ways to categorize our personalities. Particularly in a time when so much is out of our control, it can be nice to feel like there’s a sense of order binding us together. While founders share many...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/entrepreneur-types/https://www.jotform.com/blog/entrepreneur-types/BackstageMon, 08 Feb 2021 12:17:31 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re excited to announce the new Assignee feature in Jotform Tables! The Assignee column makes it easy to quickly assign tasks to any of the existing collaborators on your project and to invite other members of your organization to collaborate. You can enable multiple assignees for any task and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-assignee-feature-and-mailerlite-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-assignee-feature-and-mailerlite-integration/EnterpriseSun, 07 Feb 2021 18:26:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Here’s the thing about nonprofits even though their goal is to serve a certain constituency, they still have operational tasks to manage. People have assigned roles in nonprofits just as they would in a for-profit company, and given the areas where nonprofits often work, the margin for error is sl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-for-nonprofits/IndustriesSat, 06 Feb 2021 14:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Authorize.Net PayPal Braintree Stripe Payline Venmo Skrill Square PayJunction The high level of security required to handle financial information online makes in-house payment processing cost-prohibitive for most internet sellers. Luckily, there’s a better way for sel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/list-of-payment-gateways/https://www.jotform.com/blog/list-of-payment-gateways/IndustriesFri, 05 Feb 2021 15:36:53 +0000<![CDATA[ In the good old days, if your brand wanted help with project or data management, you might have considered hiring someone with a degree in management or business to do the job. But today, there are ample options in the form of software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions to help with project management...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/smartsheet-vs-airtable/https://www.jotform.com/blog/smartsheet-vs-airtable/AdviceFri, 05 Feb 2021 15:23:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Most companies face significant challenges when it comes to storing and accessing documents, and there are many reasons why: Some documents are in hard copy form, others in digital file formats, and some are stored in both formats. Digital documents are often stored in multiple locations on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-document-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-document-management/AdviceFri, 05 Feb 2021 14:47:02 +0000<![CDATA[ No brand can function without data or a means to track and analyze that data to optimize performance. Many companies start with spreadsheets and then move on to databases as they grow. But they’re increasingly using both simultaneously. Airtable is a popular spreadsheet-database hybrid tool tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-to-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-to-google-sheets/Latest ArticlesThu, 04 Feb 2021 12:24:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Trello Basecamp Wrike Jotform Teamwork Hive How you approach project management can determine your organization’s success. It doesn’t matter if your business is large or small implementing the right tools to support team management is essential. Whether you’re creating a w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-planning-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-planning-tools/Latest ArticlesThu, 04 Feb 2021 12:22:48 +0000<![CDATA[ A liability waiver is an important document that protects small businesses from legal and liability issues. A well-written waiver serves as a legally binding agreement between the business and the participant. It’s important to note that a liability waiver isn’t a substitute for carrying general...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-liability-waiver/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-liability-waiver/AdviceThu, 04 Feb 2021 12:20:29 +0000<![CDATA[ In the workplace, there are various sources of potential external stressors: conflicts with colleagues; difficult bosses; unhealthy company cultures; non-ideal work conditions (like that kitchen table turned home office that you’re currently sharing with your spouse). Less obvious are the stress...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-self-sabotage/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-self-sabotage/BackstageThu, 04 Feb 2021 09:54:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Sales pipelines also known as customer relationship management (CRM) systems for sales are an essential tool for every type of company, entrepreneur, and service provider to organize and systemize leads, conduct outreach, and close deals. What is a sales pipeline? A sales pipeline is a syst...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/sales-pipeline/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/sales-pipeline/GuidesWed, 03 Feb 2021 12:33:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Most people know about the online payment company PayPal. It has been around since the late 1990s, when it first got famous by helping people accept payments for eBay purchases. It did such a good job at it that eBay bought PayPal for $1.5 billion in 2002. In 2015, PayPal and eBay started going ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-commerce-platform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-commerce-platform/IndustriesWed, 03 Feb 2021 12:25:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Business owners know how important it is to manage the financial health of their business. A balance sheet gives small business owners an excellent way to stay on top of their financial statements, review their total assets, adjust their budgets, and better understand their overall financial positi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-balance-sheet/https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-balance-sheet/AdviceWed, 03 Feb 2021 12:23:43 +0000<![CDATA[ formLimiter Choice Eliminator 3 Booking Calendar Doc Appender Dynamic Fields Certify’em Google Analytics QR Code Generator Form Notifications Form Approvals Form Publisher Payable Forms Form to Chatbot Snip Formfacade Form Ranger If you’re already...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-add-ons/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-add-ons/AdviceTue, 02 Feb 2021 14:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Simplify and streamline Enhance efficiency with additional tools Be available, but set boundaries Add new digital learning experiences Continue working on professional development goals The learning environment across the board from elementary school to higher education institutions l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/creating-a-virtual-learning-environment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/creating-a-virtual-learning-environment/IndustriesTue, 02 Feb 2021 12:05:47 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve likely heard of Mailchimp. The marketing platform that does a little bit of everything is everywhere these days. You can use it to level up your marketing practices, send out mass emails, and build forms to send within these emails. That last feature is what we’re going to focus on namel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-signup-form-mailchimp/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-signup-form-mailchimp/AdviceTue, 02 Feb 2021 12:03:56 +0000<![CDATA[ As technology advances, developers continue to create online solutions for traditionally in-person tasks. We can send messages with the push of a button. Instead of developing film, we can take digital pictures with our phones. And instead of handling transactions in person, we can pay and busines...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-payment-gateway-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-payment-gateway-wordpress/IndustriesTue, 02 Feb 2021 12:01:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with an introduction Use visualizations Focus on key facts first Categorize results Summarize your findings Integrate company branding Conducting a survey is a great way to gather insights from your target demographic. But you’ll limit the effectiveness of the results if...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-survey-report/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-survey-report/AdviceMon, 01 Feb 2021 13:57:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Interactive step-by-step tutorial WordPress has quickly become everyone’s favorite content management platform. Since its creation in 2013, WordPress has grown into a platform where more than 409 million people regularly view over 20 billion pages each month. With so many organizations usin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/embed-google-form-in-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/embed-google-form-in-wordpress/AdviceMon, 01 Feb 2021 13:54:16 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve done any type of data categorizing in the past five years, you’ve probably encountered Airtable. The spreadsheet-database hybrid has gained a huge following since its launch in 2013. Airtable offers an easy-to-learn interface where you can store information, work through processes, and co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-review/https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-review/AdviceMon, 01 Feb 2021 13:53:05 +0000<![CDATA[ I remember the morning clearly. As I was talking through JotForm’s quarterly enterprise strategy with a few colleagues, something wasn’t clicking. Even through the screen, I could see: These people were tired. And not just bodily. A few months earlier, I’d implemented a work-from-home policy....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/boost-employee-morale-motivation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/boost-employee-morale-motivation/BackstageMon, 01 Feb 2021 10:45:03 +0000<![CDATA[ You recently came up with a great idea for a new product or app, and you’re certain it’s going to change the way people work and live. The problem is, you’re not sure how to turn this million-dollar concept into something tangible. That’s where a product roadmap comes in. Similar to a paper map ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-a-product-roadmap/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-a-product-roadmap/GuidesFri, 29 Jan 2021 17:20:07 +0000<![CDATA[ In 1905, in St. Paul, Minnesota, a surgeon named Cornelius Williams prepared to perform surgery on the diseased right ear of a patient. The surgeon had previously discussed his plan with the patient, named Anna Mohr, and she agreed to it. But as Williams was anesthetizing her, he noticed that her l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/exceptions-to-informed-consent/https://www.jotform.com/blog/exceptions-to-informed-consent/IndustriesFri, 29 Jan 2021 13:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Snap Schedule Paycor Scheduling Google Calendar When I Work Sling Managing employee schedules can be a hassle, even if you have just a few employees. As your team grows and you have to consider the different availability and time-off needs of numerous employees, manual...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-scheduling-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-scheduling-software/AdviceFri, 29 Jan 2021 13:17:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Product or market gap analysis HR/recruitment/skills gap analysis Needs gap analysis Performance gap analysis Healthcare gap analysis There are so many aspects to running a business. There are also endless challenges, obstacles, and things that can go wrong. Often, these prevent the bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-gap-analysis/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-gap-analysis/AdviceFri, 29 Jan 2021 13:10:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Every business activity has a goal. Running a social marketing campaign? The goal is high engagement. Launching a new product? The goal is hitting the sales target. Requesting customer feedback? The goal is getting feedback that leads to meaningful change. Customer feedback is a double-edged swo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-customer-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-customer-feedback/IndustriesThu, 28 Jan 2021 12:46:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Most people in a professional workplace have gone through the job interview process. It usually goes something like this: You apply for a job and go through a series of interviews where people ask you about your skills and experience, and then the company decides whether to bring you onboard. Th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-interview-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-interview-questions/AdviceThu, 28 Jan 2021 12:42:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Education is essential to the prosperity of any society. It helps inform our youth and provides them with the knowledge and skills they need to face the world as adults. But the educational journey is a long one, and there are many challenges students must deal with along the way such as strugglin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/education-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/education-data-collection/IndustriesThu, 28 Jan 2021 11:23:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Hotjar UserZoom Unbounce SurveyMonkey Jotform Imagine you’re going camping for the first time. You won’t pack the same way you would for a beach getaway at an all-inclusive resort. After all, camping requires certain items other adventures don’t like a pot, some food and water, a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-research-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-research-tools/AdviceWed, 27 Jan 2021 12:02:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Improve organizational transparency Minimize manual labor Evaluate status and performance Optimize business goals Strategize important decisions Essential tools for real-time reporting Making good business decisions begins with using accurate data. It’s important to have curre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-time-reporting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-time-reporting/AdviceWed, 27 Jan 2021 11:07:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Airtable is one of the most popular apps for workplace collaboration. Many industries worldwide use it. For example, WeWork, which provides coworking space, uses the platform as a way to track customer feedback, while Tesla uses it to track vehicle inventory. Even magazines like Time, Money, and Fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-pricing/AdviceWed, 27 Jan 2021 10:52:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Have a skill to sell? You’re in luck. In a December 2020 survey, 92 percent of respondents said they’d learned a new skill over the last year the most popular were baking and cooking, arts and crafts, and fitness. The desire to improve ourselves, build our marketable skills, or just have some m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-charge-for-online-zoom-classes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-charge-for-online-zoom-classes/IndustriesTue, 26 Jan 2021 12:59:07 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re building a business, you do a lot of work behind the scenes. You have to create a business structure, design your operations, and find the applications and platforms that will help everything run smoothly. When your users come to you, they’re probably not thinking about how the final...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-paypal-payment-on-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-paypal-payment-on-website/IndustriesTue, 26 Jan 2021 12:57:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Doctors have always recognized why data collection is so important in healthcare. But a lot about data collection has changed the amount of it, the electronic health record (EHR) systems required to collect and manage it, and the constant vigilance necessary to comply with strict patient confident...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/importance-of-data-collection-in-healthcare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/importance-of-data-collection-in-healthcare/IndustriesTue, 26 Jan 2021 12:57:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Create forms for your functions Integrate with Jotform Pair QR codes for fast transactions Build trust with your users Stay on the cutting edge Connect with customers Take your phone out of your pocket and look at the screen. Think about all the different apps on that single p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-qr-code/Online PaymentMon, 25 Jan 2021 13:15:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Digital communication has its own set of rules. Among them is the expectation for instant feedback whether via an email to a coworker, a chat message to a company’s customer service department, or in this case, a simpler way to buy and sell items. QR codes are perhaps one of the most visible in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-qr-code-payment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-qr-code-payment/Online PaymentMon, 25 Jan 2021 12:36:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As 2020 came to an end, 145 employees of a single Costco store in Washington state tested positive for COVID-19 at the same time. This outbreak led some experts to wonder whether ordinary businesses could become the next superspreaders of COVID-19. What steps can organizations take to stop COVID-19...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/accepting-covid-19-self-declaration-without-contact/https://www.jotform.com/blog/accepting-covid-19-self-declaration-without-contact/HealthcareMon, 25 Jan 2021 12:02:30 +0000<![CDATA[ As a team collaboration tool, JotForm Tables offers a wide variety of options that enable you to control how the information you collect through your form is shared and who can access it. But what if you want to share that information with teams throughout your organization, a large group of ext...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embeddable-online-databases-jotform-tables/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embeddable-online-databases-jotform-tables/ProductMon, 25 Jan 2021 03:05:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In the age of COVID-19, going to the doctor, dentist, or any business isn’t much fun. There’s a heightened need for safety and with good reason. But patients and customers still need to check in, and professionals still need to take appointments. That’s why the ability to fill out forms on the go ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/touchless-kiosk-for-mobile-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/touchless-kiosk-for-mobile-forms/ProductMon, 25 Jan 2021 02:03:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic is far from over, though relief is on the horizon. The toll on businesses has been significant, but as more vaccinations are distributed and the latest series of lockdowns starts to lift, local businesses will do what they always do they’ll rally. As onsite services cautio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactless-screening-for-covid-19/https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactless-screening-for-covid-19/IndustriesMon, 25 Jan 2021 01:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ With a new year comes renewed hope for even better days ahead. As many countries ramp up efforts to stop the novel coronavirus from spreading and roll out mass COVID-19 vaccination programs, we’re reminded that every minute counts when someone’s health is on the line. While forms play a key r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-health-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-health-app/IndustriesSat, 23 Jan 2021 01:48:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Park County, Montana, is a rural area in the United States with a population just shy of 16,000. Despite its rustic charm, Park County struggles with the COVID-19 pandemic just like the rest of the world. When the pandemic hit, Park County’s Health Department was short-staffed and still using pe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/park-county-montana-user-spotlight/https://www.jotform.com/blog/park-county-montana-user-spotlight/Customer StoriesSat, 23 Jan 2021 01:06:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to business process management (BPM) software, there’s a lot to like with Laserfiche. You can streamline workflows and create reports to measure success and employee workloads with Laserfiche. You can also convert your paper files into digital formats to create a centralized system fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/laserfiche-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/laserfiche-alternatives/AdviceFri, 22 Jan 2021 16:19:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Collaborate and manage your data Increase your day-to-day productivity Make informed, smart decisions Adjust to your needs Integrate all of your platforms All of your business in one place So much of running a successful business depends on simply having your ducks in a row. You would...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-basics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-basics/AdviceFri, 22 Jan 2021 15:21:12 +0000<![CDATA[ E-tail is the new retail, with e-commerce driving 45 percent of overall retail growth in the United States and more than 2 billion digital shoppers making purchases around the world in 2020. Since the first recorded online retail purchase in 1994, it’s become easier, more convenient, and safer f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-sell-online/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-sell-online/GuidesFri, 22 Jan 2021 14:29:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Net Promoter Score® Customer satisfaction scores Churn rate Customer Effort Score Everyone likes to think that their business delivers a great service to customers and offers a product people shout about. Few actually do, though. Luck isn’t what separates the companies that get this ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/measuring-customer-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/measuring-customer-experience/AdviceThu, 21 Jan 2021 16:39:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Create and refine buyer personas Define the customer journey Match each type of content Map existing content and look for gaps Content marketing is one of the most powerful strategies a brand can use to drive traffic and generate leads. But that’s only possible with a meticulously pl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-map/https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-map/AdviceThu, 21 Jan 2021 16:16:54 +0000<![CDATA[ With the rise of e-commerce over the past several decades, there has also been an increase in the number of online payment systems that allow users to complete transactions digitally and maintain the security of their information.  PayPal was the original online payment processor, but many ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-square-payments-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-square-payments-online/AdviceWed, 20 Jan 2021 12:10:50 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a manager or team lead, handling employee performance issues is the toughest part of your job. The reasons for performance issues vary. Part of the difficulty in managing them lies in the delicate balance of ensuring work meets a certain standard, while giving the employee a fair chance t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-conduct-a-performance-review/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-conduct-a-performance-review/AdviceWed, 20 Jan 2021 11:55:42 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to technology, there are some universal truths. Smartphones have taken over how we communicate and access the internet. And GPS devices have changed the way we travel and navigate our daily lives. Both of these advancements are utilities things we use as shortcuts to make our lives e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-airtable/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-airtable/GuidesTue, 19 Jan 2021 13:48:47 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve explored what Airtable is and discussed some of its functions. Now it’s time to dive into how Airtable can help your business. The best way to do this is to look at how other companies have adapted Airtable’s software for their operations. If you know how other businesses are using Airtabl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/who-benefits-from-airtable/https://www.jotform.com/blog/who-benefits-from-airtable/Latest ArticlesTue, 19 Jan 2021 13:48:47 +0000<![CDATA[ The new JotForm Enterprise Activity Log provides account admins a full window into their organization’s form usage. Through a single dashboard, you can monitor the login history of all users, the forms they’ve created, any modifications to forms, deletions, form purges, and edited or deleted submis...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-feature-activity-log/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-enterprise-feature-activity-log/EnterpriseTue, 19 Jan 2021 07:02:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Workpuls Jotform Teramind Hubstaff PActivTrak DeskTime Time Doctor Harvard Business School reported on a recent study that found at least 16 percent of Americans who are working from home will continue to do so once the COVID-19 pandemic subsides. Many workers report increa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-employee-monitoring/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-employee-monitoring/AdviceMon, 18 Jan 2021 14:31:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Management by objectives (MBO): The management by objectives method is an approach that focuses on improving an organization’s performance across the board by articulating clear objectives for the business. 360 degree feedback: The 360 degree feedback method is designed to get feedback from a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/modern-method-of-performance-appraisal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/modern-method-of-performance-appraisal/AdviceMon, 18 Jan 2021 13:36:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Use language that builds trust Recognize organic team dynamics Be OK with being wrong Emphasize receptivity Read the room When communication breaks down at work, teams are less effective. Projects may fall apart altogether. In fact, the estimated annual financial costs of failed commun...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/communication-skills-in-the-workplace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/communication-skills-in-the-workplace/AdviceFri, 15 Jan 2021 14:34:58 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve bought eyeglasses from Warby Parker, shoes from Allbirds, or grooming products from Dollar Shave Club, you’ve helped push the direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales model to the forefront of today’s economy. Brands like these are disrupting retail by eliminating the retailer. Rather than selli...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-to-consumer-trends/https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-to-consumer-trends/AdviceFri, 15 Jan 2021 14:24:24 +0000<![CDATA[ HubSpot Marketing Hub CoSchedule Ion DivvyHQ Upland Kapost A recent global business survey found that 91 percent of respondents value content marketing but only 77 percent have a content marketing strategy. That’s a significant disconnect, because producing good content requires ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-content-marketing-platforms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-content-marketing-platforms/AdviceThu, 14 Jan 2021 16:42:50 +0000<![CDATA[ The telephone changed the way we communicate at work so did the fax machine, the personal computer, and, of course, the internet. However, for a long time, advancements in communication technology had little impact on where we work. In 2019, nearly a quarter of U.S. employees worked from home a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/technology-and-workplace-communication/https://www.jotform.com/blog/technology-and-workplace-communication/AdviceThu, 14 Jan 2021 16:40:55 +0000<![CDATA[ People usually decide to start their own business because they’re really good at the key skill that business requires, like a chef deciding to open their own restaurant instead of just working at one. But they quickly realize that running a business requires them to have or learn skills entire...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/e-contract/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/e-contract/AdviceWed, 13 Jan 2021 10:49:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Assess the project scope Identify timing and pricing Include all the necessary estimate components Leverage the right online tools Focus the estimate on the value and benefitsy Complete the estimate Schedule a follow-up If your small business focuses on service delivery, one way you ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-an-estimate/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-an-estimate/AdviceWed, 13 Jan 2021 10:46:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Your ideal candidate strides confidently into the room wearing a neatly pressed suit, offers a firm handshake, and tells you everything you want to hear. You ask a few generic questions, snag some talking points from their resume, and decide that they’re a perfect fit or are they? Within the fi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/questions-to-ask-a-job-applicant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/questions-to-ask-a-job-applicant/AdviceTue, 12 Jan 2021 14:17:31 +0000<![CDATA[ The past 25 years have seen an explosion of new billing and payment options. “Gone are the days of mailing invoices and waiting for checks to arrive in the mail,” says David Blane of BrandGrow, a firm specializing in digital marketing. “Today’s electronic payment systems offer convenience, security...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-payments-via-email-with-square/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-payments-via-email-with-square/IndustriesTue, 12 Jan 2021 12:35:30 +0000<![CDATA[ “Open banking” sounds a lot like online banking to most people, and unless you’re in the payment services business in Europe, the acronym PSD2 is probably a mystery. Nonetheless, the two terms are closely related. The European Union initiated the second Payment Services Directive (PSD2) to stand...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/psd2-open-banking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/psd2-open-banking/IndustriesMon, 11 Jan 2021 13:30:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Decide what you want to accomplish Get to know your audience Come up with content ideas Create a content calendar Determine how you’ll distribute content Choose what to measure In business-to-business (B2B) companies, content marketing is no longer a luxury it’s a necessity. Accordi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-content-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-content-marketing/AdviceMon, 11 Jan 2021 13:07:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Raffles have been effective for fundraising and generating enthusiasm since biblical times. The Old Testament notes that Moses used a lottery to distribute the land west of the Jordan River. The Hun Dynasty, circa 1000 BC, developed a lottery game in which players picked numbers 1–80 to fund public...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-raffle-tickets-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-raffle-tickets-online/AdviceFri, 08 Jan 2021 19:41:04 +0000<![CDATA[ As a photographer, you thrive on the art of capturing moments in a single frame. Do you feel like your creativity flourishes when a camera is in hand but have a hard time keeping up with the administrative requirements of running a business? Not only do you need to build systems for marketing and b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-price-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-price-photography/AdviceFri, 08 Jan 2021 12:01:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2009, the phrase “There’s an app for that” became so pervasive in techie culture that Apple trademarked it. The tagline represented the idea that our smartphones could fulfill our every need.  In 2020, we’ve expanded past single apps. Technology has reached a point where an idea is no lo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/proptech/https://www.jotform.com/blog/proptech/AdviceFri, 08 Jan 2021 11:38:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Create many feedback opportunities Craft feedback questions carefully Get personal Pay attention to all feedback Categorize and assign feedback Centralize and digitize the process Follow up on feedback Want to hear something shocking? Ninety-one percent of customers who hav...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-feedback-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-feedback-management/IndustriesThu, 07 Jan 2021 14:19:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Update the way you use your space Rethink employee interactions Minimize high-touch surfaces Create a plan for screening guests Integrate face masks Update your liability waiver When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, “theme parks were one of the first places to shut down,” recalls Brad Kissl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/theme-parks-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/theme-parks-reopening/AdviceThu, 07 Jan 2021 13:40:35 +0000<![CDATA[ If you want to quickly calculate how much revenue your service-based business made this month, you can easily whip out your smartphone calculator. But if you need to calculate, sort, and filter a lot of data, spreadsheets are your best bet. Filtering is specifically useful for narrowing down a larg...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-filtering-search-box-for-your-excel-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-filtering-search-box-for-your-excel-data/AdviceThu, 07 Jan 2021 13:19:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Emoji polls Polling apps Polly Simple Poll SurveyMonkey Form builders Your Slack workspace keeps you connected to your team, and chances are pretty good it’s your go-to communication platform for updates. But have you considered using it for polls?  Polls are a valuabl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-a-poll-in-slack/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-a-poll-in-slack/AdviceWed, 06 Jan 2021 19:02:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Human resources management is necessary for business success. Organized HR processes and systems are essential for hiring, training, and complying with labor laws. Many of these activities have traditionally been done manually, but technology now offers many opportunities for HR process automation....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-process-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hr-process-automation/AdviceWed, 06 Jan 2021 18:40:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform monday.com Trello MeisterTask Basecamp Asana As your business grows, it can become increasingly difficult to juggle project tasks and maintain communication with stakeholders. If you’re spending too many hours managing daily workflows, it may be time to automate some o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/task-management-software/AdviceWed, 06 Jan 2021 18:11:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Teachers are the lifeblood of our education system. They help mold our youth into knowledgeable individuals who are ready to take the next step in their lives, whether that’s advancing into higher education or moving into the workforce. However, for teaching to be effective, students must do the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/attendance-tracking-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/attendance-tracking-software/IndustriesTue, 05 Jan 2021 14:03:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Get experience Learn the lingo Take initiative Don’t be afraid to go for it Know the tools and how to use them Make a good impression How did you break into your career? Maybe you followed a traditional path by going to college and majoring in what you wanted to do for a living. Or ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-into-ux-research/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-into-ux-research/AdviceTue, 05 Jan 2021 13:55:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Europe has rewritten its laws governing online commerce in an effort to protect against fraud and encourage the development of new online fintech products. The European Banking Authority has been revising the Payment Services Directive for the last seven years, and the final phase of implementat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/psd2-timeline/https://www.jotform.com/blog/psd2-timeline/IndustriesMon, 04 Jan 2021 13:35:15 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re selling products online, you can find ways to increase your success by examining your sales funnel and identifying potential areas for improvement. What’s causing customers to abandon their carts? How can you give customers a great experience and boost the average transaction amount? ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-paypal-offer-buy-now-pay-later-for-customers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-paypal-offer-buy-now-pay-later-for-customers/IndustriesMon, 04 Jan 2021 13:25:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Save time Avoid errors Earn more with fixed-fee services Improve your client experience Retain firm knowledge As rewarding as the legal profession can be, it also has some drawbacks one is the inordinate amount of time you spend doing paperwork. Drafting contracts, retainer agre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/legal-document-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/legal-document-automation/AdviceMon, 04 Jan 2021 12:51:27 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to legal contracts, the verbiage you use is critical a few wrong (or missing) words can make enforcing the contract very difficult. But before you dig too deep into the language, you first need to be sure you’re using the most appropriate legal document. When it comes to protectin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/confidentiality-agreement-vs-nda/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/confidentiality-agreement-vs-nda/AdviceMon, 04 Jan 2021 08:28:49 +0000<![CDATA[ After you strip away the jargon and technicalities, the concept of marketing is ultimately about forming emotional connections with your customers. Social media marketing is no different you’re trying to create content and use various platforms to connect with potential and existing customers. And...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-qr-code/AdviceMon, 04 Jan 2021 07:39:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Web apps have proliferated in the last 10–15 years. If you’re reviewing tools for your business, you could find yourself signing up for 20 or more websites in a day. Modern frameworks, tools, and practices that make web design and development faster and easier have contributed to the abundance o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-payments-review/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-payments-review/IndustriesMon, 04 Jan 2021 07:26:19 +0000<![CDATA[ SWOT analysis PERT Nadler-Tushman congruence model Fishbone diagram McKinsey 7-S model Burke-Litwin Change model Tables, charts, and spreadsheets There’s no right way to conduct a gap analysis. At its core, a gap analysis assesses where a company is today, where it wants to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gap-analysis-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gap-analysis-tools/AdviceThu, 31 Dec 2020 15:10:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Log time in blocks on signup sheets. Ask volunteers to self report. Keep a management record. Use volunteer-tracking software. Volunteers are some of the most important members of a nonprofit. They keep valuable processes and services on track for both the organization and the commu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-tracking/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-tracking/IndustriesThu, 31 Dec 2020 14:19:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever been to a store or website and noticed an image of random black and white dots in a square? The words “Scan me” may be printed somewhere nearby. If so, then you’ve laid eyes on one of the millions of QR codes used by businesses. A QR code, short for “Quick Response Code,” is an ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-a-qr-code/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-a-qr-code/GuidesThu, 31 Dec 2020 10:22:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Communicate with the new hire Gather employee new hire information Collect supplemental forms Follow through with employee feedback Structured onboarding is a critical step in setting up new employees for success. Now that many employers are shifting to remote workforces, it’s essential...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-onboarding/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-onboarding/AdviceThu, 31 Dec 2020 08:06:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Real-time collaboration and communication Tools for generating new business More efficient workflows Easier goal setting and tracking Present your data your way Better time management and enhanced productivity A more holistic approach to your business Data-driven decision making Better c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-benefits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-benefits/AdviceThu, 31 Dec 2020 07:53:23 +0000<![CDATA[ A lot of people and companies need an easy way to sync files across devices and share large files with others. They also want to back up their work in case something happens to their primary device. One way to do both is to use a service like Dropbox, which can provide cloud-based storage and bac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-dropbox/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-dropbox/GuidesWed, 30 Dec 2020 18:39:52 +0000<![CDATA[ People say that perception is reality. Whether you buy into that or not, how your target audience and existing customers perceive your brand really does have a huge impact on the success of your business. Create an online brand survey in minutes with JotForm's free no-code survey templates. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/brand-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 30 Dec 2020 18:27:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re a statistician, marketer, or business owner, demographics help you segment people into groups so that you can learn more about them and their habits. Demographics include a number of identifying factors and characteristics age, race, sex, employment, education, income, birth rates, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/demographic-data-filtering/https://www.jotform.com/blog/demographic-data-filtering/AdviceWed, 30 Dec 2020 15:52:59 +0000<![CDATA[ For companies with a global reach and multilingual customer base, language can be a major barrier to operations. To move potential customers who are browsing your site further down the sales funnel, it’s important to make them feel comfortable and welcome when they reach out for more information. O...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-contact-forms-in-other-languages/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-contact-forms-in-other-languages/AdviceWed, 30 Dec 2020 14:32:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Form abandonment can be a costly issue for any business or nonprofit. Fortunately, it’s an issue that’s relatively easy to fix. If you reduce form abandonment, you could see increased sales, donations, or sales leads. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQRIHkL6PeQ Understanding form abandonmen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-abandonment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-abandonment/AdviceWed, 30 Dec 2020 07:35:25 +0000<![CDATA[ How many times have you signed up for new software, bought a product, or paid for a service only to be confused or annoyed by how much you still don’t know after getting your first “welcome” email? If it’s happening to you, there’s a good chance it’s happening to the buyers of your products and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-onboarding-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-onboarding-process/AdviceWed, 30 Dec 2020 07:20:59 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/kMl-3rvi90w Take a peek at any corporate calendar, and your head will probably spin from the number of meetings scheduled in a single day. A lot of us trudge through our days, bouncing between appointments, but not everyone is as efficient as an executive assistant when it com...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/calendly-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/calendly-pricing/AdviceTue, 29 Dec 2020 20:56:40 +0000<![CDATA[ If you want time-strapped leaders to make use of your organizational data, it’s time to get familiar with data visualization. MIT neuroscientists have found that the brain can process images in as little as 13 milliseconds, so even the busiest executives will have time for a quick glance at your in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-data-visualization/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-data-visualization/GuidesTue, 29 Dec 2020 20:11:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Have clear goals in mind Focus on ongoing improvement Leverage technology for the performance review process Design a plan of action Communicate and build trust As HR professionals know, performance management plays a critical role in the development of a company’s talent, beginning wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/360-performance-review/https://www.jotform.com/blog/360-performance-review/AdviceMon, 28 Dec 2020 18:02:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Collaboration at work is great, isn’t it? Teams acting in sync. Optimized workflow. Everyone on top of their tasks! But as with anything else, there are also challenges. And one of the toughest of them revolves around data. In this information age, data is the top driver of business. And for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-dropdown-in-excel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-dropdown-in-excel/AdviceFri, 25 Dec 2020 14:58:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Getting things done can feel like a huge struggle, but it’s worth asking yourself how much of that struggle is because you don’t even know what to do. This is where a to-do list comes in.  These lists create order from chaos, with prioritized, actionable steps. The best part? When you co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-to-do-list-in-airtable/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-to-do-list-in-airtable/AdviceFri, 25 Dec 2020 14:40:39 +0000<![CDATA[ If you work with spreadsheets or forms, then you’re probably a big fan of the checkbox. A checkbox is a handy tool that makes it much easier to enter and process information with two opposing values. In formula speak, this is known as a true-false value. An acquisition team can use a checkbox...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-insert-checkbox-in-excel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-insert-checkbox-in-excel/AdviceThu, 24 Dec 2020 13:33:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Log in to your Google account and open a new Google Form Click on the Settings tab Under Responses, toggle on “Collect email addresses.” Click the Responses tab. Click Link to Sheets to store collected email addresses in a Google Sheet Interactive step-by-step tutorial Googl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-collect-email-address/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/google-forms-collect-email-address/AdviceThu, 24 Dec 2020 13:28:23 +0000<![CDATA[ You likely remember a time before location services and GPS trackers helped us get from Point A to Point B. Going on a road trip meant bringing a map, a Sharpie, and some intuition or risking being stranded in a field in the middle of nowhere. Business is no different. Before you can begin a pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-project-budget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-project-budget/AdviceWed, 23 Dec 2020 17:17:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Buy now, pay later (BNPL) is becoming more popular, thanks to the seismic shift the retail industry has experienced over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic.  As a result of movement restrictions and lockdowns, changes in consumers’ financial circumstances, and new regulations retailers hav...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/offer-payment-plan-to-customers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/offer-payment-plan-to-customers/IndustriesTue, 22 Dec 2020 17:45:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables Airtable Microsoft Lists Google Tables Notion Coda Smartsheet ClickUp https://youtu.be/ydnn5u0AL_o The year 2020 changed so many things for so many people. One of the biggest changes was the need for people to work from home in unprecedented numbers. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-spreadsheet-database-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-spreadsheet-database-software/AdviceTue, 22 Dec 2020 17:21:33 +0000<![CDATA[ As any good manager knows, your team is only as functional as the time and effort you put into helping them achieve their goals. You can hire the most competent employees on the market, but if you don’t give them proper instructions and guidance about how to do their jobs, they may get overwhelmed ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-manage-team-tasks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-manage-team-tasks/AdviceMon, 21 Dec 2020 11:55:11 +0000<![CDATA[ This year’s company holiday parties just won’t be the same, thanks to COVID-19. Traditions like the in-person office holiday party are neither realistic nor safe during the pandemic. But you don’t have to start the new year without a few fond memories of holiday festivities if you take these compan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-holiday-party/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-holiday-party/AdviceMon, 21 Dec 2020 10:28:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Dext (formerly Receipt Bank) Fyle Mint Expensify If you’re running a small business, everything has to be precise. A misplaced comma or decimal point can drastically affect the decisions you make in all aspects of your workflow. It’s important to keep regular and meticulo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-expense-tracking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-expense-tracking/AdviceFri, 18 Dec 2020 15:32:54 +0000<![CDATA[ The days of flipping through the classified ads looking for a job are long over. Most corporate jobs today are posted online, and with digital workspaces becoming the norm, companies want to keep the hiring process as virtual as possible. Unemployment is nearly at an all-time high, and companies...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-management-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-management-system/AdviceFri, 18 Dec 2020 15:06:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer satisfaction is the key to a sustainable, successful business that will thrive today, tomorrow, and long into the future. To ensure you’re delivering the best customer experience possible, you have to know what your customers expect, what they do and don’t like, and what you can do to k...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-experience-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-experience-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 18 Dec 2020 14:59:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the Foxit Reader in your PC, then click the File menu > Open > Computer > Browse then select the PDF file you wish to sign. Click PDF Sign in the toolbar at the top. Click the green + icon in the toolbar. A dialog box with five options will open: Draw Signature allows you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/add-signature-to-pdf-in-foxit-reader/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/add-signature-to-pdf-in-foxit-reader/AdviceFri, 18 Dec 2020 11:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Spreadsheets hold a lot of power. While we spend more time than we’d care to admit calculating simple restaurant tips with our smartphones, spreadsheets can crunch complex formulas and huge data sets instantly. Even companies that use expensive software for their financials likely have employees wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-filter-data-in-google-sheets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-filter-data-in-google-sheets/AdviceThu, 17 Dec 2020 15:49:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Project management can be a complex and challenging process, given that projects often involve multiple staff members, teams, and outsourced suppliers, all trying to work together within a set budget and schedule to achieve a specific goal. So it should come as no surprise that projects sometime...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-planning-activities/https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-planning-activities/AdviceThu, 17 Dec 2020 15:36:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you ready to turn your website visitors into promising leads? A landing page can help you do just that. In this post, we’ll talk about what a landing page is and the best practices for designing one. If you want to create an amazing landing page, keep reading. What is a landing page? The ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-design-a-landing-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-design-a-landing-page/AdviceThu, 17 Dec 2020 06:00:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Self-reliance has always been a key feature of agriculture. Farmers and their families have long understood the importance of their work and their ability to get produce to market. The American food supply depends on this self-reliance. COVID-19, however, has revealed a weakness in this system. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/agricultural-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/agricultural-marketing/GuidesWed, 16 Dec 2020 20:03:11 +0000<![CDATA[ What Zoom is and how it works Zoom is a cloud-based web conferencing platform that allows people to meet virtually by video or audio. Zoom’s key features include collaboration tools like screen sharing, a live chat function, and recording functionality, with the ability to host one-on-one meetin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-for-nonprofits/IndustriesWed, 16 Dec 2020 12:08:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Working with a spreadsheet can feel like combing through the ultimate haystack, with so many needles to find. Sometimes, locating a particular piece of data is critical, but trying to extract it from the mass of rows and columns is just too big an ask. That is, until you discover the lookup feat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-lookup-in-excel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-lookup-in-excel/AdviceTue, 15 Dec 2020 16:49:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Great project resource planning is a key factor in successful project performance. Just as a car needs fuel to run, a project depends on resources to get to the finish line. Project resources include all the staff, equipment, budget, and even time necessary to execute a project. Yet the most val...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-resource-planning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-resource-planning/AdviceTue, 15 Dec 2020 15:54:49 +0000<![CDATA[ HIPAA Vault: Best for multiple compliance solutions EnGuard: Best for small or medium-sized healthcare organizations Jotform: Best for emailing online forms MailHippo: Best for using your existing email address Hushmail: Best for solo therapy practices Aspida Mail: Best for simple ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-email-for-therapists/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-email-for-therapists/IndustriesMon, 14 Dec 2020 12:51:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you want to gather information from customers, employees, or anyone else, you should consider conducting an online survey. Online surveys make it simple to collect insights and analyze data in real time. This feedback helps you learn what others think about your product, service, or business as ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-conduct-a-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-conduct-a-survey/AdviceMon, 14 Dec 2020 12:49:00 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s hard to imagine that this year started out relatively normal. We went into the office regularly. Work travel was still a thing. In-person conferences at destination cities carried on as usual. Heck, you could even see your colleagues for face-to-face happy hours. We know the rest. But for a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-2020-stats/https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-in-review-jotform-2020-stats/ProductMon, 14 Dec 2020 09:13:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Data collection is what drives us to continuously improve upon our product. But almost as important is data connection. For your small to medium-sized business or startup workflow to be efficient, your collected data needs to connect to the software and apps you use every day. That connection happe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/integrations-and-widgets-for-holidays/https://www.jotform.com/blog/integrations-and-widgets-for-holidays/ProductMon, 14 Dec 2020 08:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s nothing quite like the few weeks leading up to the new year. Bright lights and banners adorn main thoroughfares. Large Douglas firs fake and real are erected. Stores are filled with holiday music, elaborate holiday displays, and awe-inspiring, winter-themed decor to get everyone into t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-for-virtual-holiday-gatherings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-for-virtual-holiday-gatherings/ProductMon, 14 Dec 2020 07:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The end of the year typically brings reflection, celebration...and trepidation. Why? Because performance reviews are just around the corner. Real talk despite their clear importance, employee evaluations and performance reviews are generally...not fun. Toss in a once in a lifetime pandemic (plus r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-end-evaluations-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-end-evaluations-with-jotform/ProductMon, 14 Dec 2020 01:48:00 +0000<![CDATA[ 2020 has been all about expecting the unexpected and rolling with the punches. For the past nine months, the COVID-19 pandemic has upended our lives, reshaping everything from the way organizations are run to how work is done. One-on-one meetings, working lunches, and lectures in the office h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-organize-a-trade-show/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-organize-a-trade-show/Customer StoriesMon, 14 Dec 2020 01:45:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As any fiscal year draws to a close, businesses of all shapes and sizes would be tallying their inventory. This data will serve as a benchmark to inform their stock requirements for the year ahead, which makes it a crucial tool for businesses to ensure they’ll have enough supply to meet projected d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-end-inventory-management-with-jotform-tables/https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-end-inventory-management-with-jotform-tables/ProductMon, 14 Dec 2020 01:35:00 +0000<![CDATA[ 2020 has been a year filled with life lessons. We’ve learned how to adapt to unprecedented events and navigate a whole new way of working and living. We as a society have struggled, but there’s still a lot to be grateful for. At JotForm, we’re grateful for our amazing 8 million+ users. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-end-letter-from-ceo-2020/https://www.jotform.com/blog/year-end-letter-from-ceo-2020/BackstageMon, 14 Dec 2020 01:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: Arming your business regardless of its size with a secure online payment processor is not only a smart choice these days, it’s a must in the COVID-19 era. Before the move toward contactless payments and online-only shopping, this option might have ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-paypal-pay-in-4-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-paypal-pay-in-4-integration/IndustriesMon, 14 Dec 2020 00:57:00 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve just finished your new promotional video, put the final touches on that e-book, or completed the first draft of your PowerPoint presentation. But when you try to email the file to your team, you get a message saying the file is too large. This scenario is all too familiar. Sending larg...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/send-large-files/https://www.jotform.com/blog/send-large-files/AdviceThu, 10 Dec 2020 14:48:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Property management companies and real estate agencies that offer property management services want to create the best experience for new tenants. Accomplishing this goal means attracting the best possible tenants as well as ensuring  the move-in and move-out process is smooth for everyone. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/property-management-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/property-management-checklist/AdviceThu, 10 Dec 2020 14:33:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Peer-to-peer fundraising Webinars or online talks Virtual fun run, bike-a-thon, hike Online auction Virtual tours Virtual happy hour or coffee date Virtual cooking lessons Swear jar fundraiser Online gala dinner or party Online quiz party Email campaign Product fundraising Social med...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/virtual-fundraising-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/virtual-fundraising-ideas/IndustriesThu, 10 Dec 2020 14:25:37 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/mW86vD-n62E Your applicant pool is about to fill up with a lot of fish. Nearly three in 10 young adults ages 16 to 24 in the U.S. were not in school or working as of June 2020, and the overall unemployment rate as of July 1 was 11.1 percent. That’s a lot of people who will b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/applicant-pool/https://www.jotform.com/blog/applicant-pool/AdviceWed, 09 Dec 2020 14:37:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Functional errors Syntax errors Logic errors Calculation errors Unit-level bugs System-level integration bugs Out of bounds bugs Coming up with a brilliant software solution takes lots of testing and tweaking. Throughout this process, you’re bound to come across error messages ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-software-bug/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-software-bug/AdviceWed, 09 Dec 2020 14:30:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Legal contracts aren’t for the faint of heart. Unless you’re a lawyer, you probably don’t feel confident creating an agreement that would hold up in court. Yet if you’re a small business owner, you probably don’t have the budget to hire a lawyer every time you need help with a legal matter, like wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-a-nondisclosure-agreement/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-a-nondisclosure-agreement/GuidesWed, 09 Dec 2020 14:22:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Forms, part of the Google Workspace suite, offers seamless data collection and integration with tools like Gmail, Google Sheets, and Google Drive. Covering form creation, customization, add-ons usage, and alternatives like Jotform, the guide serves as a comprehensive resource for maximi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-use-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-use-google-forms/GuidesWed, 09 Dec 2020 13:14:00 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/vXY2v_CKZSk For business owners, nonprofit directors, and community group leaders, the process of writing a business plan or creating a marketing plan can seem intimidating. They may know the ins and outs of what they do every day and have fantastic ideas on how to grow and ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-plan-vs-business-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-plan-vs-business-plan/AdviceTue, 08 Dec 2020 17:45:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Outline the project scope Break down the project into smaller tasks Define what each task involves Develop a workflow Enter the timeline into project management software Share the timeline and get feedback Every manager wants to start a project on the right foot. When you thin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-planning-timeline/https://www.jotform.com/blog/project-planning-timeline/AdviceTue, 08 Dec 2020 17:26:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Excel JotForm Tables Airtable Smartsheet Pitchly Caspio Kintone If you’re playing a game of word association, and someone mentions a searchable database, your mind probably jumps to a platform like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets. But there are many more options ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/searchable-database/https://www.jotform.com/blog/searchable-database/AdviceMon, 07 Dec 2020 20:26:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform LinkTrust Everflow AnyTrack CAKE Voluum Post Affiliate Pro As consumers experience ad fatigue and grow more concerned about virtual privacy, digital marketing is undergoing a serious shift. Enter the world of affiliate marketing. Affiliate marketing is a strategy...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/affiliate-tracking-platforms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/affiliate-tracking-platforms/AdviceMon, 07 Dec 2020 20:22:01 +0000<![CDATA[ In dating, ghosting is poor etiquette the same is true when it comes to hiring. But an astonishing 61 percent of candidates have reported that a recruiter simply stopped communicating with them essentially disappeared even after an interview. Between social media and word of mouth, it’s not j...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-reject-a-job-applicant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-reject-a-job-applicant/AdviceFri, 04 Dec 2020 17:28:23 +0000<![CDATA[ When a company decides to embark on a project, one of the first things team leaders must do is create a project plan. Sounds simple, right? Actually, developing a strong project plan can be quick and easy, but it can also be a complex and drawn-out process. It really depends on the nature of the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/importance-of-project-planning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/importance-of-project-planning/AdviceFri, 04 Dec 2020 17:15:57 +0000<![CDATA[ BambooHR Zoho Recruit Jotform Workable UKG (formerly Kronos Workforce Ready) There’s a good reason why 98.8 percent of Fortune 500 companies use an applicant tracking system (ATS) it saves a lot of money. Even small companies can see significant savings if they use an ATS. Accor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/applicant-tracking-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/applicant-tracking-software/AdviceThu, 03 Dec 2020 15:37:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Nearly 75 percent of Americans use social media regularly, so it’s easy to see why these online platforms are an important part of your business strategy. Not only can you use social media to maintain contact with people who already love your brand, but it’s a great tool for connecting with new cus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-for-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-for-small-business/AdviceThu, 03 Dec 2020 15:28:29 +0000<![CDATA[ The need for businesses to engage with and effectively nurture isolated customers along all touchpoints has never been greater. In recent years, perhaps no company has responded to this need better than ActiveCampaign. ActiveCampaign provides a robust email marketing and CRM solution that helps ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/activecampaign-email-marketing-automation-recipes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/activecampaign-email-marketing-automation-recipes/AdviceThu, 03 Dec 2020 08:14:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Many people have heard of dashboards, and they’ve heard of reports. The two might seem mutually exclusive: One is a visual representation of data, and the other is data. But when you ask, “What is a dashboard report?” the answer may show that the two have more in common than you thought. A dashb...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-dashboard-report/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-dashboard-report/AdviceWed, 02 Dec 2020 14:50:11 +0000<![CDATA[ A pandemic, shell-shocked markets, and a bitter U.S. presidential election: 2020 is playing by its own set of rules. Marketers in the B2B space can’t stick with business as usual when business itself has become so unusual. Granted, some things never change one of them being that a personal touc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-marketing-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-marketing-ideas/AdviceWed, 02 Dec 2020 14:30:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Besides COVID-19, something else went viral this year: a renewed sense of community. People worldwide are searching for ways to help one another. In a year of big questions, nonprofit organizations can leverage the end-of-year giving season to appeal to donors’ deepened sense of charity. But ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/year-end-giving-campaign-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/year-end-giving-campaign-ideas/IndustriesTue, 01 Dec 2020 15:00:57 +0000<![CDATA[ In healthcare, informed consent isn’t optional. The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services require it. The Joint Commission, which accredits and certifies hospitals, does as well. The American Medical Association’s Code of Medical Ethics says that “informed consent to medical treatment is ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/who-is-responsible-for-obtaining-informed-consent/https://www.jotform.com/blog/who-is-responsible-for-obtaining-informed-consent/IndustriesMon, 30 Nov 2020 20:09:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Play games; win prizes! This is true both for the contestants and whoever’s running the show. Over the years, you’ve probably seen plenty of product giveaways or contest promotions on social media. And you’ve probably participated in a few yourself. In 2012, AirAsia famously offered a full free ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-an-online-contest/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-an-online-contest/AdviceMon, 30 Nov 2020 19:46:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Lead generation is a nonnegotiable part of every successful marketing plan and the key to a thriving business. After all, if you’re not consistently generating interest in your products and services, and getting new prospects onboard, you won’t have a business for long. While there are many ways...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-a-webinar-to-collect-emails/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-a-webinar-to-collect-emails/AdviceMon, 30 Nov 2020 19:39:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Ever since people have gone out into the field, either for work or academic research, being able to report back on their findings has been critical. This method of gathering data and noting observations, known as field reporting, helps companies, research bodies, and other organizations understand ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/field-reporting/https://www.jotform.com/field-reporting/GuidesMon, 30 Nov 2020 12:31:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform SurveyMonkey Google Forms Drift Intercom Slack Zoom GoToMeeting Zendesk HubSpot CRM Service Hub https://youtu.be/Y08FQZDR6rc From chatting with prospects and customers on the phone to gathering feedback after each support interaction, great communicat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-communication-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-communication-tools/AdviceFri, 27 Nov 2020 15:23:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Most small business owners have at least heard of nondisclosure agreements (NDAs), and many have used one during the course of their business. In this age of prolific information sharing, an NDA is an important legal document that’s widely used across all industries. Still, some business owners ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/is-a-non-disclosure-agreement-legally-binding/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/is-a-non-disclosure-agreement-legally-binding/AdviceFri, 27 Nov 2020 14:47:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Ever had the feeling something in your life isn’t living up to your expectations that there’s a gap between where you are and where you should be? Don’t worry; that’s a very human experience. And believe it or not, it extends to the world of business too. Gap analysis is the process of ide...]]>https://www.jotform.com/gap-analysis/https://www.jotform.com/gap-analysis/GuidesFri, 27 Nov 2020 11:48:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, more people than ever are working from home. While videoconferencing over Zoom and other online meeting applications gives teams a better way to connect than conference calls, it still lacks much of the spontaneity of in-person meetings, where team memb...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-team-icebreakers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-team-icebreakers/AdviceThu, 26 Nov 2020 15:22:41 +0000<![CDATA[ While in-person church services and activities remain essential for strengthening a congregation, the power of connecting through an online community has become increasingly evident. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many believers faced challenges worshiping due to church closures and gathering restri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-website-builder/https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-website-builder/AdviceThu, 26 Nov 2020 14:45:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Dashboards provide a quick, easy way to view the data you need to make decisions. Seeing important metrics in one place gives you an immediate overview of the health of a single project or your entire business, and that’s why so many companies turn to dashboards. Like the gauges on your car, a d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-a-dashboard/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-a-dashboard/AdviceThu, 26 Nov 2020 14:38:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Every development team strives for a perfect software solution, free of bugs and errors. But even the most carefully designed solutions are bound to have logic errors, unit-level bugs, and other types of software issues. The key to a great solution is a reporting workflow that allows you to effi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bug-report/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bug-report/AdviceWed, 25 Nov 2020 14:48:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform ZoomInfo Aventri Lusha SurveyLab WhatConverts NetLine Landingi Finding and winning new customers drives small business revenue, and capturing relevant information from prospective customers is the first step in the sales process. While your company may have a highl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-capture-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-capture-software/AdviceWed, 25 Nov 2020 14:40:28 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re hiring for several positions at once and inundated with resumes, it can be difficult to keep track of everything where you are in the hiring process, who you’ve contacted, and what the next steps are for each candidate. An applicant tracking system (ATS) can help. Essentially, an AT...]]>https://www.jotform.com/applicant-tracking-system/https://www.jotform.com/applicant-tracking-system/GuidesWed, 25 Nov 2020 14:25:53 +0000<![CDATA[ From the end of World War II to the 1970s, organizations filled approximately 90 percent of job openings internally either by promoting employees or by giving them the ability to make lateral moves within the company. Today, that number is only 33 percent at most, says Peter Cappelli, a professor ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-marketing/AdviceTue, 24 Nov 2020 16:14:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Collaboration is the key to any successful organization. It ensures that your team shares ideas, brainstorms, reviews work, and makes decisions effectively. What tools can you use to harness the power of collaboration and lay the foundation for a more productive and engaged team? If you’re up to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-collaboration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-collaboration/AdviceTue, 24 Nov 2020 15:33:45 +0000<![CDATA[ When COVID-19 forced cities into hasty lockdowns, many healthcare providers struggled with the overnight switch from onsite to digital services. “That weekend was hell for a lot of people,” recalls Dr. Marlene Maheu, founder and executive director of the Telebehavioral Health Institute. Most psy...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telepsychology/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telepsychology/IndustriesTue, 24 Nov 2020 15:13:48 +0000<![CDATA[ The type of person who launches a company or aspires to a leadership role in a big organization typically believes they can do whatever they set their mind to. Under the daily crush of work, this often manifests as them doing everything. That sounds commendable, except that it’s impossible to re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-delegate-tasks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-delegate-tasks/AdviceMon, 23 Nov 2020 19:08:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Create your online ticket form Launch an event registration page Set up and integrate online payment capabilities Promote your event online and in person Bring it all together with Jotform Store Builder It takes a Herculean effort to organize a great event, and the last thing you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-tickets-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-tickets-online/AdviceFri, 20 Nov 2020 15:16:40 +0000<![CDATA[ As a church leader, your focus is on ministering to the congregation and inspiring people to improve their lives through principles you teach from the pulpit. While the priority should remain on the messages you share in each service, it’s also important to track church attendance. Tracking atte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/track-church-attendance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/track-church-attendance/AdviceFri, 20 Nov 2020 15:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to adopt a remote work structure, at least for the time being. That also affects the hiring process. Businesses are increasingly turning to remote recruiting as a result. If your business needs to hire new employees, adopting a remote recruitment ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-recruitment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-recruitment/AdviceFri, 20 Nov 2020 15:02:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Happy National Entrepreneurship Month! To celebrate, we’ve highlighted five JotForm users who have not only built a business from scratch, but continuously inspire their communities with ingenuity, persistence, and passion. Read on to learn about their entrepreneurial stories as well as how t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/businesses-to-celebrate-in-national-entrepreneurship-month/https://www.jotform.com/blog/businesses-to-celebrate-in-national-entrepreneurship-month/Customer StoriesFri, 20 Nov 2020 14:48:00 +0000<![CDATA[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TyXhAyYiyfE Course evaluation questionnaires are one of the most common and effective ways for instructors and schools to gather feedback. The questions themselves are by far the most important part of your questionnaire. The quality and usefulness of the fee...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/course-evaluation-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/course-evaluation-questions/IndustriesThu, 19 Nov 2020 16:55:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Determine your goals Consult with your legal team Choose a worthy prize Set clear eligibility rules Launch the contest Collect applications online Choose the winners Celebrate with your audience https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TMUBVCi-nw Shows like American Idol, Americ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-singing-competition/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-singing-competition/AdviceThu, 19 Nov 2020 14:52:20 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm Tables Jira Redmine Bugzilla BugHerd ReQtest DebugMe Usersnap Regardless of how well you’ve developed your software, bugs are unavoidable. Sometimes the bugs are small annoyances; other times they can bring your solution to a screeching halt. To keep your cust...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bug-tracking-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bug-tracking-tools/AdviceThu, 19 Nov 2020 13:51:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Client consultations are full of opportunity for your business. A thorough consultation can help you identify the right products and services for each client, build valuable client relationships, and even upsell services. The perfect client consultation will do all of this well, but conducting a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/client-consultation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/client-consultation/AdviceThu, 19 Nov 2020 13:40:46 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s business world, information is often more valuable than cash. That’s because certain information has the power to provide a competitive edge and positively impact the bottom line for years to come. So it’s not surprising that business owners want to protect that information with a nondis...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/does-an-nda-extend-to-confidential-private-messages/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/does-an-nda-extend-to-confidential-private-messages/AdviceWed, 18 Nov 2020 16:53:05 +0000<![CDATA[ As a manager, you’ve worked hard to hire and onboard employees who should essentially be the best of the best. For many managers, though, the transition to remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic has made it difficult to stay in the know about each employee’s day-to-day workload and trust that the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-monitoring/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-monitoring/AdviceWed, 18 Nov 2020 16:18:20 +0000<![CDATA[ There are two main topics of conversation at most nonprofits the mission the organization  was founded to accomplish and where to find the money to accomplish that mission. Financially healthy nonprofits have a mix of income sources, from individual donors, fees for services (such as opera...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-write-a-grant-proposal-for-nonprofit/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-write-a-grant-proposal-for-nonprofit/IndustriesWed, 18 Nov 2020 16:03:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether your business is big or small or you’re selling in-store, online, or both if you have inventory, you need to track it. What’s the best way to do that? An inventory spreadsheet. Similar to a budget spreadsheet, an inventory spreadsheet tracks the products that go out and what you need t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-an-inventory-spreadsheet/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-an-inventory-spreadsheet/AdviceWed, 18 Nov 2020 14:10:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Videoconferencing platforms like Zoom, which became very prominent during the pandemic, continue to play a vital role in how businesses conduct virtual events today. Between December 2019 and March 2020, the number of daily meeting participants on Zoom grew from 10 million to 300 million. If you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-payment-gateways-and-methods/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-payment-gateways-and-methods/AdviceWed, 18 Nov 2020 08:02:17 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/rcGWeXUfuLM We’re months into the pandemic, and the world is still reeling from how much daily life has changed. Every day, people have to modify their routines or, in some cases, completely change them. One segment of the population that’s been heavily impacted is gym members...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gym-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gym-reopening/AdviceTue, 17 Nov 2020 20:45:37 +0000<![CDATA[ The customer retention conversation always includes the cliché that it’s cheaper to get your existing customers to make another purchase than to find a new customer. But what if we look at customer retention from a slightly different angle? It’s a whole lot easier to set up customer retention tools...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-customer-retention-for-ecommerce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-customer-retention-for-ecommerce/AdviceMon, 16 Nov 2020 17:51:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Second chances don’t seem to come around often these days, but the same can’t always be said for digital advertisements on Facebook. These ads can display messages from an online business on multiple pages. But most intriguing is that these ads are from online businesses someone visited at some poi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-retarget-ads-on-facebook-with-online-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-retarget-ads-on-facebook-with-online-forms/AdviceMon, 16 Nov 2020 10:30:34 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re thrilled to announce that Jotform the go-to choice for data collection and EngageBay are integration partners. Now businesses can seamlessly import data collected from forms and surveys to their EngageBay CRM database, saving time and boosting productivity. EngageBay is an all-in-one mar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/engagebay-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/engagebay-integration/ProductMon, 16 Nov 2020 10:28:50 +0000<![CDATA[ It isn’t just wishful thinking anymore. In about six weeks, 2020 will officially be a thing of the past. There is, of course, no predicting what the world will look like in 2021. But your business can put its best foot forward if you plan ahead. JotForm Tables is built for that. A one-stop sh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-for-planning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-for-planning/AdviceMon, 16 Nov 2020 10:27:59 +0000<![CDATA[ As we near the end of an eventful and trying year, it feels good to focus on the idea of giving. The end of the year usually brings family and friends together for events, parties, and good cheer. It’s a good time to celebrate our generosity in different ways. Many of the organizations we either...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/jotform-tables-for-giving/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/jotform-tables-for-giving/IndustriesMon, 16 Nov 2020 10:25:39 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm Tables has a multitude of features designed to make your life easier when it comes to managing your data and workflow. But we didn’t stop there. We also created 250+ templates for various industries that will help you tackle specific tasks and situations right away because we know that tim...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/table-templates-for-marketers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/table-templates-for-marketers/ProductMon, 16 Nov 2020 10:23:23 +0000<![CDATA[ monday.com connects teams with a visual project management tool that can be used to manage everything from marketing campaigns to employee onboarding. Start by creating a board in monday.com, and then collaborate with your team to share files, updates, feedback, and more.  With the launch o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-jotform-monday-com-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-jotform-monday-com-app/ProductMon, 16 Nov 2020 10:22:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Time and money aren’t always on our side. More often than not, you have a little more of one than the other. In some cases, you may have very little of either, but it’s rare to have a good amount of both. This is particularly true for nonprofits, which must find innovative ways to bring in mo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/table-templates-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/table-templates-for-nonprofits/IndustriesMon, 16 Nov 2020 10:08:15 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to customer relationship management, Salesforce is the preeminent CRM solution on the market. In fact, IDC found that in 2019 Salesforce increased its market share by more percentage points than the other top CRM providers combined. Almost synonymous with the phrase CRM itself, Salesf...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-integration/EnterpriseMon, 16 Nov 2020 09:51:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Use email and SMS marketing Personalize the shopping experience Create your own app for Black Friday Advertise on TikTok Make use of online forms Add custom popup forms to your website Think outside the box Let your customers do the talking Embed Easter eggs to spark curiosity Create t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-features-to-increase-sales-on-black-friday/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-features-to-increase-sales-on-black-friday/ProductMon, 16 Nov 2020 09:48:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Recently we launched a Solutions Partner Program to expand our work with agencies and consultants looking to provide a robust tool like JotForm to their clients. These partners, who are located all over the world, specialize in a range of services to help customers grow their business, increase bra...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-solutions-partner-directory/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-solutions-partner-directory/ProductMon, 16 Nov 2020 07:51:48 +0000<![CDATA[ This year more than ever, marketers understand how important it is to find new ways to sustain engagement now that presentations, events, and team gatherings have moved online. As one of the companies leading the charge to increase that engagement, Visme combines easy-to-use design and data visuali...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/visme-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/visme-integration/ProductMon, 16 Nov 2020 06:58:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Getting your message in front of the right people once required guesswork and grit. But digital marketing and advertising has gradually turned this game of chance into an exact science. Online platforms can now put your message in the right places, track what happens after people see it, try to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/track-online-form-engagement-three-widgets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/track-online-form-engagement-three-widgets/ProductMon, 16 Nov 2020 06:54:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Going to the dentist can be stressful. An estimated 60 percent of people have some sort of fear or anxiety about dental work, and now, with a record-breaking number of Americans losing their jobs (and their insurance), patients might be worried about more than just the novocaine needle. That’s w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dental-history-forms-in-multiple-languages/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dental-history-forms-in-multiple-languages/IndustriesThu, 12 Nov 2020 21:11:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Income and revenue Fixed expenses Variable expenses Savings and contingency fund Profit and loss Whether you’re an individual, a for-profit business, or a nonprofit organization a titan of industry or barely making ends meet you need a budget to manage your personal and professional ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-budget-spreadsheet/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-budget-spreadsheet/AdviceThu, 12 Nov 2020 21:07:41 +0000<![CDATA[ U.S. President Harry Truman was famous for a sign on his White House desk that read, “The buck stops here.” It was a sentiment he often repeated in speeches. Truman was in office from 1945 to 1953, and while the buck may very well have stopped with leaders like him in a pre-digital era, where ex...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tabular-format/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tabular-format/AdviceWed, 11 Nov 2020 19:55:28 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/6Jqv1N8O82c The humble spreadsheet has been an accounting tool for hundreds of years in physical form. In 1979, software developers Dan Bricklin and Bob Frankston created the first electronic spreadsheet. They called it VisiCalc as in “visible calculator.” The software came w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/database-vs-spreadsheet/https://www.jotform.com/blog/database-vs-spreadsheet/AdviceWed, 11 Nov 2020 19:31:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigating remote hiring in the middle of a global pandemic is no easy feat, but brothers Adam and Jordan Mendler of The Veloz Group are able to do it with a little help from online forms. Adam and Jordan founded The Veloz Group in 2012 with the goal of “building and operating technology-driven ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/entrepreneurial-family-uses-jotform-for-remote-hiring/https://www.jotform.com/blog/entrepreneurial-family-uses-jotform-for-remote-hiring/Customer StoriesWed, 11 Nov 2020 18:35:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Job applications offer the promise of a new tomorrow for both employers and prospective employees. But employers know that keeping track of job applications and finding someone who’s the right fit is both an art and a science and, worst-case scenario, prospective employees might find themselves ri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-keep-track-of-job-applications/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-keep-track-of-job-applications/AdviceTue, 10 Nov 2020 17:19:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a data spreadsheet Add or import data Convert your data into a table Customize the table design and assign a name Interact with the data Every business has numbers to crunch, but not every CEO is a math wiz. That’s why small business owners often outsource their accounting or le...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-database-in-excel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-database-in-excel/AdviceTue, 10 Nov 2020 17:08:04 +0000<![CDATA[ The iconic spreadsheet got its first update 41 years ago in 1979 when software developers Dan Bricklin and Bob Frankston created an electronic spreadsheet called VisiCalc, or “visible calculator.” The software came with the Apple II personal computer to give users the freedom to easily change in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-database-is-used-instead-of-a-spreadsheet-when/https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-database-is-used-instead-of-a-spreadsheet-when/AdviceTue, 10 Nov 2020 15:30:44 +0000<![CDATA[ As business owners begin to reopen their storefronts and restart operations, it’s an opportune time to update your small business budget. Or if you run a new business and have never used this cash flow tool before, it’s a good time to develop a budget. Here are some tips for business budgeting t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-budget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-budget/AdviceMon, 09 Nov 2020 10:55:29 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/meydIRXmv4g Like almost every other element of our day-to-day lives, the COVID-19 pandemic has hit amateur sports hard. Many leagues and clubs have paused for months, and coaches have offered individual training only. “It’s taken away the relationship-building aspect that s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sports-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sports-reopening/AdviceMon, 09 Nov 2020 10:44:35 +0000<![CDATA[ In a time when information can be as valuable as gold, knowing about (and using) a nondisclosure agreement (NDA) is extremely important. You can’t conduct transactions in any industry without considering various laws and contractual agreements and the NDA is one contract every business owner sh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-non-disclosure-agreement/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-non-disclosure-agreement/AdviceFri, 06 Nov 2020 19:27:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the Zoom desktop app, and click the Schedule icon Enter the details of your meeting Click the Save button Parents should receive an email invitation with the meeting details During the COVID-19 pandemic, schools nationwide had to navigate shelter-in-place orders. As a result, u...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-parent-meeting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-parent-meeting/IndustriesThu, 05 Nov 2020 18:49:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Talented software development teams work hard to produce innovative solutions video streaming services, communication programs, HR software, and so on for everyday consumers and business users alike. But all the talent in the world can’t prevent bugs from throwing a wrench in their plans. Bugs...]]>https://www.jotform.com/bug-tracking-guide/https://www.jotform.com/bug-tracking-guide/GuidesThu, 05 Nov 2020 18:24:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Using video in email marketing is one of the most successful tactics in digital marketing today. And with good reason: If you link to a video within your email, you can also include the word "video" in your subject line. It's something we have tested and including the word "video" increased our...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-in-email-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-in-email-marketing/AdviceWed, 04 Nov 2020 20:11:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables Airtable Google Tables Microsoft Lists Asana monday.com Flow What does project management look like in 2020? Multiple employees and teams working from the office, at home, or on the go via mobile, across different venues, cities, and even time zones. As a resu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/basecamp-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/basecamp-alternatives/AdviceWed, 04 Nov 2020 08:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables Airtable Google Tables Asana monday.com ClickUp Zoho Projects In July 2020, Microsoft launched a new product called Lists, touted as the alternative to digital tools like Asana and Airtable, which helps users track information and organize work. Part of Micro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-lists-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-lists-alternatives/AdviceWed, 04 Nov 2020 07:59:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables Airtable Microsoft Lists Google Tables Actiondesk Zoho Sheet ClickUp Notion We’ve come a long way since the days of Excel 1.0, the world’s first graphical user interface (GUI) spreadsheet. While spreadsheets focus on number crunching, several products a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/coda-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/coda-alternatives/AdviceMon, 02 Nov 2020 19:20:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables Buffer Sprout Social CoSchedule X Premium (formerly TweetDeck) Hootsuite Zoho Social Salesforce Marketing Cloud HubSpot Marketing Hub Social media can be a powerful marketing tool for any size business, but managing different social accounts can be time...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-social-media-management-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-social-media-management-tools/AdviceMon, 02 Nov 2020 18:54:36 +0000<![CDATA[ It might surprise you to know that the modern field of project management began back in the 1950s with an organization then known as the American Association of Cost Engineers, now AACE International. It was the first of its kind to put the newly formed concept and principles of project management,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/project-planning-guide/https://www.jotform.com/project-planning-guide/GuidesFri, 30 Oct 2020 20:52:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables Airtable Coda Notion Smartsheet Microsoft Lists Recently there has been an influx of spreadsheet-database hybrids to the marketplace. It started with products like Airtable, and since then, new competitors have arisen like Coda and Google Tables. Why are these ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-tables-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-tables-alternatives/AdviceFri, 30 Oct 2020 20:06:32 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/RgTohnupu8E Think about the last time you got a prescription. Your doctor didn’t pull out a pad, hand you a scrawled-out note, and then send you off to a pharmacy. Instead, the doctor typed it up, printed and emailed you a copy, and sent it off to the pharmacy electronically o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teledentistry/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teledentistry/IndustriesFri, 30 Oct 2020 19:36:21 +0000<![CDATA[ After-school programs play a critical role in a well-rounded education. Participating in after-school programs whether school-sanctioned extracurricular activities or paid programming from a business in the community has a positive impact on students, from their grade point averages and test perf...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/after-school-programs-during-covid-19/https://www.jotform.com/blog/after-school-programs-during-covid-19/IndustriesFri, 30 Oct 2020 07:55:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables Evernote Coda Quip Slite Asana Colorful sticky notes are cute, but let’s be honest: They aren’t the most effective way to manage personal or business data. Luckily, the workspace concept and the many platforms that have developed around it make it easier than ev...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/notion-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/notion-alternatives/AdviceWed, 28 Oct 2020 08:49:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Version 1 sucks, but ship it anyway. I stared up at the bold words displayed on a large screen before an audience of hundreds. All of us were seated in our best suits, eager to hear the next speaker offer his wisdom. This was 14 years ago when entrepreneurs from all walks of life would still ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-just-ship/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-just-ship/BackstageTue, 27 Oct 2020 08:33:15 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to work and business, spreadsheets have become the go-to solution for organizing, analyzing, managing, and sharing all kinds of information. But, for the longest time, teams often ran into two key problems while working with spreadsheets. Often, you need another software solutio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/tables/announcing-jotform-tables/https://www.jotform.com/products/tables/announcing-jotform-tables/GuidesTue, 27 Oct 2020 07:54:22 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm Tables comes packed with dozens of features designed to help you do more with your form submission data and make your team more productive. But using any complex product for the first time can be daunting. Fear not! To make sure you don’t miss anything important, we’re here to show you s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/advanced-jotform-tables-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/advanced-jotform-tables-features/ProductTue, 27 Oct 2020 07:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When thinking about project management, what often comes to mind? Jokes. Yep, jokes. There’s a popular one that goes something like this: How many project managers does it take to change a light bulb? None... they’re all still discussing the best way to do it. No doubt, we love the project...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-to-manage-projects/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-to-manage-projects/ProductTue, 27 Oct 2020 06:17:00 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm Tables is the newest addition to JotForm’s suite of products. With advanced collaboration features and functionality, this tool looks like a spreadsheet but acts like a database. The product is great for teams that need a simple yet powerful way to to track, organize, and manage informat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-template-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-template-examples/ProductTue, 27 Oct 2020 05:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Learning a language is like learning how to drive. Reading up on the rules of the road can provide the know-how you need to drive safely, but you won’t really know what it’s like in real life until you get behind the wheel of a car. https://youtu.be/6b4BrURw64I Studying a language can he...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-to-manage-student-appointments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-tables-to-manage-student-appointments/Customer StoriesTue, 27 Oct 2020 05:02:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever had to hire someone, chances are you’ve experienced a staffing scenario that may have gone a little something like this: Your growing startup just raised a new round of funding. You need to hire aggressively across all functions to meet your new growth goals. The corporation y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hiring-using-jotform-tables/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hiring-using-jotform-tables/ProductTue, 27 Oct 2020 02:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the easiest ways to collect constructive data for your company is to go directly to the most valuable source your customers. A number of online survey platforms provide a user-friendly interface to collect responses. When it’s time to gather feedback for your business or personal project, y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveymonkey-vs-surveygizmo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/surveymonkey-vs-surveygizmo/AdviceThu, 22 Oct 2020 21:23:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Did you know that 40 percent of customers who have a bad experience with a business will avoid it for the next two or more years? That’s why it’s so important to know how your customers feel about your products and services. There are many ways to measure customer satisfaction from personal met...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-measure-customer-satisfaction/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-measure-customer-satisfaction/IndustriesThu, 22 Oct 2020 21:13:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Calendly YouCanBookMe pymetrics eSkill Harver HackerRank Zoom Skype VidCruiter Spark Hire https://youtu.be/4su5I7u3sVQ With remote work becoming more common, businesses have started to transition to hiring entirely remote employees. These employees ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-interviewing-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-interviewing-tools/AdviceThu, 22 Oct 2020 20:59:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Can you imagine a store with dozens of abandoned carts full of groceries? Such a sight would be shocking, yet about a quarter of customers in brick-and-mortar stores fail to complete a purchase. On the web, the abandonment rate is much higher. Depending on the data source, it’s about 70 percent ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recover-abandoned-processes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recover-abandoned-processes/AdviceThu, 22 Oct 2020 12:26:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Engaging and communicating with patients is important for every type of healthcare provider today. There are many tools that can help your communication efforts but to properly safeguard sensitive medical data your solution must be HIPAA-friendly. The new market landscape is good for patients, a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-survey-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-survey-tools/IndustriesThu, 22 Oct 2020 08:55:28 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic has definitely thrown a wrench into things, and no one really knows how long it will last. With new rules and safety regulations in place, many summer camps have switched their data-collection, tracking, and organizational processes from in person to online. However, the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/summer-camp-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/summer-camp-reopening/IndustriesWed, 21 Oct 2020 20:35:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Market changes or other issues during product development are inevitable. Whether you discover a bug in the software code, user testing takes longer than you expected, or a rival company poaches your lead developer, an agile product roadmap will help you meet any challenges you encounter during pro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-product-roadmap/https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-product-roadmap/AdviceWed, 21 Oct 2020 20:20:15 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re an artist who’s struggling to replace lost revenue streams, Patreon might be the solution you need. Jack Conte and Sam Yam cofounded Patreon in 2013, providing an online platform to help creators like artists get paid for making art. The platform has over 200,000 creators, including co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-patreon-as-an-artist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-patreon-as-an-artist/AdviceWed, 21 Oct 2020 19:48:30 +0000<![CDATA[ “Whatever you want to do, you can do it with Excel,” my colleague, Greg, motioned to me, over a round of burgers and fries. At the time, I was still in the training phase of a new job working as a programmer in a large, NYC-based media company, and was still learning the ropes. Over the followin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/spreadsheets-database-hybrid/https://www.jotform.com/blog/spreadsheets-database-hybrid/BackstageWed, 21 Oct 2020 10:01:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Find your business niche Name your brand Run a lean T-shirt business Get your e-commerce store ready Learn about your customers Study your competitors Everyone owns T-shirts. In fact, people of all incomes own plenty of T-shirts they rarely wear anymore, yet the T-shirt market...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-t-shirts-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-t-shirts-online/AdviceMon, 19 Oct 2020 20:49:42 +0000<![CDATA[ The current global pandemic has significantly impacted people’s mental health. A recent survey by the American Psychiatric Association found that 36 percent of respondents thought that COVID-19 was having a “serious impact on their mental health.” With such a sharp rise in mental health concerns, t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-progress-notes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-progress-notes/IndustriesMon, 19 Oct 2020 13:00:20 +0000<![CDATA[ WizIQ LearnCube Vedamo Blackboard Collaborate Adobe Connect https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tkA2LSOKpM In response to the global health crisis and social distancing protocols, school districts around the country have had to rethink their approach to education. Most have imp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-teaching-platforms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-teaching-platforms/IndustriesFri, 16 Oct 2020 12:48:14 +0000<![CDATA[ It may seem like people spend most of their time online sharing cat memes on Facebook or watching TED Talks on YouTube. There may be some truth to that, but there’s also something much more important and meaningful happening in the digital sphere online courses.   The world is witness...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-online-courses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-online-courses/IndustriesThu, 15 Oct 2020 19:29:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Displaying one question at a time is the fastest and easiest way to conduct a survey. This method improves the user experience, which increases the likelihood that a respondent will continue until they reach the end of the survey. Most people use their phones to access the internet. No one wants...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/one-at-a-time-question-on-survey-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/one-at-a-time-question-on-survey-form/AdviceThu, 15 Oct 2020 19:23:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating products people want is critical to the success of any business. Whether you’re manufacturing cars or toasters, or developing software, a product survey can get you the information necessary to meet customer needs. Product surveys can assist in your mission to develop products that both...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-survey-questions/AdviceWed, 14 Oct 2020 17:21:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Without effective communication, teams can’t function and without teams, it’s hard to run a business. Unfortunately, statistics suggest that the effects of poor communication in the workplace are more widespread than you might think. Nearly 60 percent of employees say their leadership doesn’t prov...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/effects-of-poor-communication-in-the-workplace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/effects-of-poor-communication-in-the-workplace/AdviceWed, 14 Oct 2020 16:45:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Long gone are the days of the neighborhood doctor making house calls. Welcome to the modern healthcare industry: a vast medley of physicians, clinics, HMOs, hospitals, third-party providers, and patients, all connected via online networks that hold masses of sensitive and critical data. Maintaining...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gap-analysis-in-healthcare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gap-analysis-in-healthcare/IndustriesWed, 14 Oct 2020 15:54:18 +0000<![CDATA[ If you have a passion for plants, you have the power to turn your hobby into a business. The internet provides a platform to connect with other plant fanatics, advanced botanists, and curious homeowners who want to liven up their living areas. Maybe it’s time to use your growing expertise to sta...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-plants-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-sell-plants-online/AdviceTue, 13 Oct 2020 15:57:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Zapier Trello Zoho ActiveCampaign Constant Contact Integrations have emerged as a critical factor in evaluating business platforms as possible additions to an organization’s tools and technology. For nonprofits with limited budgets, this evaluation is even more important. Inte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/discount-software-for-nonprofit-organizations/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/discount-software-for-nonprofit-organizations/IndustriesTue, 13 Oct 2020 15:46:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Providing excellent patient care is the top priority for healthcare professionals. But ensuring patients follow through on treatment plans can be challenging. And as healthcare technology continues to evolve, patients’ expectations of how they get care change. To deliver elite care and meet those e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-patient-monitoring/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-patient-monitoring/IndustriesTue, 13 Oct 2020 15:06:57 +0000<![CDATA[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pF1K1W72RQA State and local governments are phasing out shelter-in-place orders, which means that nonessential businesses have the opportunity to reopen their doors. While many people are hoping for things to return to the way they were before the pandemic, it l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-screen-employees-returning-to-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-screen-employees-returning-to-work/AdviceMon, 12 Oct 2020 15:49:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Tests are probably every student’s least favorite part of school. But that doesn’t take away from their importance. In the era of COVID-19, when schools are turning to hybrid education models, it’s harder for teachers to gauge students’ understanding and enthusiasm levels. After all, it’s one...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-assessment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-assessment/IndustriesMon, 12 Oct 2020 15:43:39 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to analyzing data, the importance of dashboards can’t be overstated. Healthcare organizations have found that using a dashboard helps improve patient outcomes, such as decreasing infection rates. Dashboards give businesses access to important metrics, like sales figures, at a glance. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-should-be-included-in-a-dashboard/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-should-be-included-in-a-dashboard/AdviceMon, 12 Oct 2020 15:40:10 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re in the market for a new car, you may be considering a hybrid. It’s the next-generation automobile, running on a combination of gasoline and electricity. Why are hybrid cars so popular? They’re clean, eco-friendly, and fuel-efficient alternatives. Though not fully electric, a hybrid isn’t ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hybrid-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hybrid-learning/IndustriesFri, 09 Oct 2020 13:50:53 +0000<![CDATA[ When the COVID-19 pandemic first made headlines, nonprofits had to make a flurry of decisions. Many had to cancel events, pause major gift campaigns, and, seemingly overnight, watch as their carefully planned fundraising strategies derailed. At this point, we’re many months into the pandemic wit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/fundraising-during-pandemic-crisis/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/fundraising-during-pandemic-crisis/IndustriesFri, 09 Oct 2020 13:31:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Communication in the workplace is important for several reasons, such as building trust among employees and helping bring everybody on the same page. In modern workplaces, employees communicate through written, verbal, and nonverbal means, all of which are important. The biggest communicati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/communication-in-the-workplace/https://www.jotform.com/communication-in-the-workplace/GuidesFri, 09 Oct 2020 11:22:25 +0000<![CDATA[ 2020 has thrown businesses of all sizes off course, whether they’ve had to move to remote work or restructure their yearly budget and compensation plans. With a global pandemic affecting many aspects of daily life and mass movements causing the reprioritization of policies and processes, HR leaders...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-hr-trends/https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-hr-trends/AdviceThu, 08 Oct 2020 16:51:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Running a mobile hair salon is becoming increasingly popular for hairstylists in the era of COVID-19. And freedom is the biggest benefit that comes with it freedom to work with clients anywhere, freedom from a physical location, and freedom from a boss and the associated expenses of working at a b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-hair-salon/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-hair-salon/AdviceThu, 08 Oct 2020 16:41:00 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s the year of BOPAC: buy online, pick up at the curb. So far in 2020, there has been a 300-percent increase in BOPAC sales. Social distancing and store capacity limits have led customers to search for alternatives to traditional shopping. Of the various options available, curbside pickup has ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-offer-curbside-pickup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-offer-curbside-pickup/AdviceThu, 08 Oct 2020 08:54:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Since dance studios don’t fall into the category of “essential services,” many of them closed because of local shutdown requirements for the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that states and cities are relaxing limitations on businesses, many dance studios can once again open their doors. But a dance studio r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dance-studio-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dance-studio-reopening/AdviceWed, 07 Oct 2020 19:27:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Libraries are reopening, even as the COVID-19 pandemic remains a constant threat. Safely reopening these beloved public institutions is a job that falls heavily on librarians. Local libraries allow everyone access to literature, nonfiction, and periodicals. Libraries, including public spaces nea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/library-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/library-reopening/AdviceWed, 07 Oct 2020 19:23:26 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/M-4eUAfT5fs Landing pages are critical in generating new leads and clients. Yet many marketers still struggle to create engaging, high-converting landing pages. According to recent studies Only half of all landing pages are mobile optimized Only 44 percent of companies ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-landing-page-builders/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-landing-page-builders/AdviceWed, 07 Oct 2020 05:53:32 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic forced many banks to close temporarily or to restrict access to their lobbies. As the country continues to reopen gradually, you’ll need a detailed plan in place to keep your bank as safe as possible for employees and clients. While creating your reopening plan, be sure to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bank-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bank-reopening/AdviceMon, 05 Oct 2020 13:27:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Nonprofits aren’t simply organizations with a mission. In many ways, they function as pillars of a community, bringing together people in need with people who want to help and funneling resources toward a worthy cause. The people with those resources are often donors, and their continued support is...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donor-management/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donor-management/IndustriesMon, 05 Oct 2020 12:56:04 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/VpVbNvpZ56g Yoga studios across the country had to close their doors because of local COVID-19 mandates. Now, many states are lifting these orders, giving people the option to attend local fitness classes. Even though businesses have permission to open once again, it’s importa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/yoga-studio-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/yoga-studio-reopening/AdviceMon, 05 Oct 2020 12:42:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Nestled just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco sits the County of Marin, governing one of the most idyllic, desirable, and affluent places in the entire U.S. To respond to the needs of its residents, the county recently started moving its forms online using JotForm Enterprise. Wit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/county-of-marin-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/county-of-marin-case-study/Customer StoriesMon, 05 Oct 2020 10:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The coronavirus pandemic has required many businesses, including hotels, to close temporarily. As states reopen, the hotel industry is preparing to welcome guests again. But it can be challenging to manage staff and guest safety in a hotel, while preventing virus transmission. A detailed, carefu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hotel-reopening-guide/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hotel-reopening-guide/AdviceMon, 05 Oct 2020 06:01:00 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/VHgsAY0wDak At JotForm, we’re constantly listening to and acting on the feedback we get from our customers. Over the past year we’ve heard from our Enterprise customers, many with thousands of members/employees. These users often require complex data-collection capabilities...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sso-enterprise-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sso-enterprise-data-collection/EnterpriseFri, 02 Oct 2020 08:53:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Figure out the “why” Choose the right respondents User-friendliness is key To tell a story, get qualitative data Choose your platform wisely Conduct a thorough data analysis It’s all too easy for modern marketers to get lost in the weeds of strategy planning, content creation,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-research-survey-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-research-survey-tips/AdviceFri, 02 Oct 2020 08:15:17 +0000<![CDATA[ So you have a Wix website you don’t want anymore. Hey, it happens.  Even if it served you well for many years by helping you run your small business, get your name out there, or maintain a personal blog, there may come a time when you want or need to unpublish or delete your site.  ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-unpublish-a-wix-site/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-unpublish-a-wix-site/AdviceThu, 01 Oct 2020 09:06:50 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/d1WC_lU4lzw The coronavirus pandemic has forced retail stores and businesses to shut down across the United States. With states gradually reopening, more and more of these stores can once again open their doors with a few changes in place.  If you’re preparing for a s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/store-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/store-reopening/AdviceTue, 29 Sep 2020 16:08:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Your business can invest thousands in customer acquisition and marketing before you see a positive ROI when sales start rolling in. Eventually you may find that these marketing and acquisition costs aren’t getting any lower, as existing customers tend to churn. We’ve all heard about the importan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/seamless-client-onboarding-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/seamless-client-onboarding-program/AdviceTue, 29 Sep 2020 15:52:22 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic has affected almost every aspect of life, but few things have been impacted as greatly as education. Both teachers and students have had to adapt to using online tools for instruction and learning from a safe distance. While educators have adopted a number of applications for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-for-using-zoom-for-online-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-for-using-zoom-for-online-learning/IndustriesMon, 28 Sep 2020 20:22:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Freelancers can be a valuable asset to small businesses. They often offer specialized skills and give you the ability to increase your productivity at minimal expense. But for a freelancer to be effective and valuable to your business, you have to hire the right person. https://www.youtube.com/...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hire-a-freelancer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hire-a-freelancer/AdviceMon, 28 Sep 2020 15:49:12 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that there’s money to be made online. Since the first online sale back in 1994, the e-commerce industry has ballooned, with some sources predicting that businesses will rake in nearly $375 million in e-commerce revenue in the United States in 2020. These days, more than 25 percent...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-to-sell-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-to-sell-online/AdviceFri, 25 Sep 2020 15:26:14 +0000<![CDATA[ NFC tags SnapTags Image recognition Bluetooth beacons Microsoft Tag Google Goggles Business owners want easy, contactless methods to interact with their customers, whether it’s to share information or streamline the payment process. Cue the QR code the barcode that marketers ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-marketing/AdviceFri, 25 Sep 2020 15:15:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Bug tracking is an important part of the software development process, whether you’re building a new solution or improving one that’s already on the market. If you don’t track and address bugs in an organized manner, your product will suffer and end users will be dissatisfied. That’s where a bug...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bug-tracking-template/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bug-tracking-template/AdviceFri, 25 Sep 2020 15:05:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Most patients don’t think of themselves as healthcare experts. Doctors understand illness better than they do. Physical therapists know more about how to alleviate symptoms, and nurses have more skill administering treatment. But only patients know how they feel. They live the experience of their b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/shared-decision-making-in-healthcare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/shared-decision-making-in-healthcare/IndustriesFri, 25 Sep 2020 14:54:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Trying to determine a person’s attitude toward an event, experience, or object isn’t as simple as asking them if they like or dislike it. People frequently have far more nuanced reactions or attitudes. Organizations have used Likert scale survey questions for generations to determine how people fee...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/likert-scale-survey-example/https://www.jotform.com/blog/likert-scale-survey-example/AdviceFri, 25 Sep 2020 14:47:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Salesforce Salsa DonorPerfect Blackbaud Kindful Little Green Light Bloomerang Aplos NeonCRM Funraise Virtuous DonorSnap Givebutter Fundraising and managing donations can be challenging, especially during busy campaigns or when you’re just starti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donation-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donation-management-software/IndustriesFri, 25 Sep 2020 14:42:06 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/QjC3rK26bcY The coronavirus pandemic forced salons to shut down nationwide. As states gradually start to ease restrictions on business operations, more and more salons are reopening their doors. But a salon reopening can be complicated. Salon services, such as cutting and dyin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salon-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salon-reopening/AdviceWed, 23 Sep 2020 17:45:03 +0000<![CDATA[ As fallout from COVID-19 continues and service industry businesses are forced to remain closed or limit their hours or capacity, their employees suffer. Many have lost their income and now face the prospects of no insurance coverage and no protection for unpaid rent and utilities. So what can you d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-tip-jar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-tip-jar/AdviceWed, 23 Sep 2020 17:13:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Before beginning any clinical activity, healthcare providers explain to a patient what they plan to do, what they hope it will accomplish, and any risks or side effects the patient may face. Then, the patient can agree to the plan or not. Without taking and documenting both of these steps, it’s u...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/informed-consent-psychology/https://www.jotform.com/blog/informed-consent-psychology/IndustriesWed, 23 Sep 2020 14:53:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Hybrid learning is the educational star of the moment, and you can thank the coronavirus pandemic for that. As schools reopen across the United States and around the world, they’re turning to a mix of online and in-person teaching models, also known as hybrid classes. But this isn’t a new phe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hybrid-class/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hybrid-class/IndustriesWed, 23 Sep 2020 14:38:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Considering how stressed everyone is, demand for massages should be through the roof but, of course, it’s not. Instead, precautions to stem the spread of COVID-19 have hit massage businesses very hard. Public health measures compelled spa and clinic owners across the U.S. to shut down their busine...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/massage-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/massage-reopening/AdviceTue, 22 Sep 2020 15:28:47 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/gxYWiMieHdY The coronavirus pandemic has required countless businesses to close their doors temporarily, including tattoo shops. As states gradually reopen, you’ll likely be able to open your shop’s doors too. But reopening your tattoo shop will require some planning and si...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tattoo-shop-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tattoo-shop-reopening/AdviceTue, 22 Sep 2020 15:23:40 +0000<![CDATA[ What’s one word that describes school reopening during COVID-19? Stressful. In the United States, 66 percent of parents are concerned about their kids returning to school and that’s just the parents. Students, teachers, and staff have their own worries. For administrators and principals, this i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/school-reopening-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/school-reopening-survey-questions/IndustriesTue, 22 Sep 2020 15:12:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a hardware store with no idea what you actually need to fix your overflowing sink? If you have no idea how to solve the problem and get the anticipated results, you might hire a specialist to solve this problem for you. Agencies and consultants are s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-solutions-partner-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-solutions-partner-program/ProductTue, 22 Sep 2020 08:58:21 +0000<![CDATA[ The year was 2009 and Nokia ethnographer, Tricia Wang, began to see a new trend emerge after years of conducting observational fieldwork in China. In her research, she discovered that low-income consumers were ready to pay for more expensive smartphones, and promptly reported her findings back t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/thick-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/thick-data/BackstageMon, 21 Sep 2020 16:25:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Someone once famously said, “Good, better, best. Never let it rest. ’Til your good is better and your better is best.” At JotForm, we’re constantly researching performance and speaking with our users to understand how we can make a good product experience even better. Well, we’ve gotten your fee...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/default-form-theme-2020/https://www.jotform.com/blog/default-form-theme-2020/ProductMon, 21 Sep 2020 07:55:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Once thought of as a thing of the past, QR codes are making a comeback by helping businesses reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic. QR codes are complex matrix codes that can hold more data than your average barcode. They’re easy to set up, use, and incorporate into your business. Better yet, they...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-qr-code-feature/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-qr-code-feature/ProductMon, 21 Sep 2020 07:07:53 +0000<![CDATA[ When it rains, it pours. As coronavirus made its way around the world, people stayed inside, and many businesses closed. For those essential businesses that remained open, testing employees for infection, securing medical supplies, and coordinating it all wasn’t exactly easy or cheap. Ever-ch...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crush-the-curve-uses-jotform-and-bluesnap-to-combat-covid-19/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crush-the-curve-uses-jotform-and-bluesnap-to-combat-covid-19/Customer StoriesMon, 21 Sep 2020 05:56:07 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm’s Enterprise customers need to ensure field accuracy (and completion) when collecting a high volume of submissions via forms and surveys. Whether it’s a university handling thousands of student submissions or a multinational corporation gathering employee feedback across the globe, we’ve go...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-prefill-through-sso/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-prefill-through-sso/EnterpriseMon, 21 Sep 2020 05:46:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Today’s consumers rely on their mobile devices more than ever American adults spent an average of three hours and 30 minutes a day using their phones’ internet capabilities in 2019. That’s a lot of scrolling. Unsurprisingly, QR codes, which go hand in hand with mobile technology, have become incre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-qr-codes-in-marketing-campaigns/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-qr-codes-in-marketing-campaigns/AdviceMon, 21 Sep 2020 05:40:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Did you know that Google Sheets is the most popular JotForm integration? Since 2012, JotForm users have been able to automatically populate spreadsheets with submissions from their favorite forms. But today we’re happy to announce some major improvements to the integration that will make your co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/major-updates-to-google-sheets-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/major-updates-to-google-sheets-integration/ProductMon, 21 Sep 2020 05:39:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Waiting for an issue to be resolved is like standing behind someone who’s holding up the line in the grocery store. In both cases, tasks are almost complete and the light at the end of the tunnel is within view. The only problem is that something or someone is standing in the way. Whether i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collaborate-and-communicate-using-jotform-inbox/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collaborate-and-communicate-using-jotform-inbox/ProductMon, 21 Sep 2020 05:35:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Maximizing donations can be tricky, especially in these strange times. But there’s still a way to reach your donation goals and raise funds for your cause. It might just take a little creativity. Enter QR codes. This post will cover what a QR code is, how your nonprofit can use QR codes to in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/using-qr-codes-to-maximize-donations/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/using-qr-codes-to-maximize-donations/ProductMon, 21 Sep 2020 05:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/_kuDWexlxoQ Schools are inherently risky places. Hundreds of students and staff interact in spaces of all sizes, leading to many potential hazards. In regular circumstances, built-in safety measures keep the school running as safely and smoothly as possible. Janitorial staff c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/school-reopening-risk-assessment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/school-reopening-risk-assessment/IndustriesMon, 21 Sep 2020 01:17:52 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/x_YlB8RaGm4 Congregations around the world are carefully evaluating their reopening strategies as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Churches are places of sanctuary and peace. But many areas haven’t allowed these gatherings over the past few months because of the close proximit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-reopening/AdviceFri, 18 Sep 2020 19:38:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Anyone who has ever worked with online forms knows the frustration of reviewing submitted results and finding answers that don’t make any sense. Maybe it’s a “phone number” field that inexplicably says “dog” or an email address that ends after the “@” with no domain. These problems aren’t just m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-validation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-validation/AdviceFri, 18 Sep 2020 19:29:49 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve been in business for five minutes, you know that creating a high-converting website and setting up your social media channels is a lot of work. And yet, it’s just the beginning. For a successful business that consistently brings in prospects, clients, customers, and revenue, you can’t ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-engagement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-engagement/AdviceThu, 17 Sep 2020 14:43:17 +0000<![CDATA[ They make virtual shopping a reality, bring artwork in museums to life, and facilitate airport check-ins. QR codes ubiquitous with out-of-home advertising since the 2010s are everywhere. Yet some may wonder if QR codes are actually secure. Given their simplicity, are they rife for hacking and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-security/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-security/AdviceThu, 17 Sep 2020 14:32:25 +0000<![CDATA[ One way of collecting customer feedback is to ask customers directly about their experience. You can solicit this information either through your company website or at the time of purchase, whether online or at a physical retail location. But how do you achieve higher customer satisfaction and r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-effort-score/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-effort-score/IndustriesThu, 17 Sep 2020 14:11:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Employees are the engine of any business. Even when physical workplaces closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses were able to keep operating thanks to the resilience of their employees, who continued to carry out their duties from home. But as facilities begin to reopen, many employe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/preparing-employees-for-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/preparing-employees-for-reopening/AdviceWed, 16 Sep 2020 19:23:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Equating a virtual merchant with an online storefront is a gross oversimplification. A virtual merchant is much more than simply a digital business. When you go through the proper process to become a virtual merchant, the end result is an online experience that allows customers to visit a fully ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-merchant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-merchant/IndustriesWed, 16 Sep 2020 19:15:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Schoology Learning Gradelink SIS Canvas by Instructure Beehively MySchoolWorx Alma ThinkWave Educator Edsby Sawyer Tools The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way school systems approached teaching as more students learned from home. Many educators turned to sc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/school-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/school-management-software/IndustriesWed, 16 Sep 2020 19:00:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Files.com Cerberus FTP Server Sharetru (formerly known as FTP Today) HIPAA Vault File transfer protocol (FTP) isn’t known for its security. A survey found that file-sharing services, including FTP servers, account for 40 percent of accidental security breaches by employees, putting ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-ftp/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-ftp/IndustriesTue, 15 Sep 2020 20:07:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Your storefront has been closed for months, but it’s finally time to get back to business. You’ve sanitized the building, developed your safety protocols, and trained employees on new procedures. But there’s one more thing you need to do to ensure reopening goes smoothly: Communicate with customers...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/reopening-communication/https://www.jotform.com/blog/reopening-communication/AdviceTue, 15 Sep 2020 20:03:56 +0000<![CDATA[ When possible, record your lessons Prioritize personal connections Shorten your presentations Provide information in multiple ways Make sure your assignments can be done virtually Look for free resources Collect student and parent feedback States and districts across the co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/e-learning-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/e-learning-experience/IndustriesTue, 15 Sep 2020 19:59:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Zoom Google Meet Wire Jitsi Meet Microsoft Teams Lifesize Business professionals and everyday consumers alike have long used Skype as a communication tool. Many people swear by the platform, but others aren’t satisfied and are seeking other options. We rounded up several Sk...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/skype-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/skype-alternatives/AdviceMon, 14 Sep 2020 20:55:05 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to reopening your business during the COVID-19 pandemic, one concern probably stands above all others: safety. Workplace safety impacts everyone who interacts with your business, from employees and vendors to customers and the local community. Safety is not only about health; it’s abo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workplace-safety-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workplace-safety-checklist/AdviceMon, 14 Sep 2020 20:09:56 +0000<![CDATA[ With busy schedules, shrinking attention spans, and a nearly infinite number of distractions, most learners find it pretty challenging to set aside hours at a time for focused study. Complex study materials can also make it difficult to get started and navigate the learning process, causing greater...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microlearning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microlearning/IndustriesMon, 14 Sep 2020 12:20:53 +0000<![CDATA[ COVID-19 triggered supply and demand challenges and highlighted several problems of agricultural marketing for farmers. Topping the list is the reality that farmers need to be able to independently market their products directly to customers. During the peak of the crisis, as grocery store shel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/problems-of-agricultural-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/problems-of-agricultural-marketing/AdviceFri, 11 Sep 2020 21:34:44 +0000<![CDATA[ In-person sales limit you to the number of people you can meet face to face. If you want to expand your reach and boost your profits then it might be time to switch to a digital platform for remote selling. Are you used to in-person, high-touch interactions with your customers? Because of COVI...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-selling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-selling/AdviceFri, 11 Sep 2020 20:52:13 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve probably heard thought leaders and business buffs cite workplace collaboration as the key to business success. But what exactly is workplace collaboration? How is it defined? It’s more than just teamwork and group projects or working together in a “you do this; I’ll do that” fashion. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/workplace-collaboration/https://www.jotform.com/workplace-collaboration/GuidesFri, 11 Sep 2020 20:38:57 +0000<![CDATA[ After years of debate about their usefulness, QR codes may be gaining a new following. Recent health and safety concerns are steering consumers to touchless forms of payment, and many retailers and even restaurants are adopting QR codes as a way to meet this need. QR code payments are fairly s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-payments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-payments/IndustriesThu, 10 Sep 2020 20:56:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Training is the backbone of an effective workforce. But when your employees start working remotely, how do you successfully adapt your training practices? Just like training in the office, remote training gets employees up to speed on new workflows and work arrangements except that employees ar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-training/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-training/AdviceThu, 10 Sep 2020 20:49:33 +0000<![CDATA[ For centuries, healthcare providers only met their patients face to face. After all, medical professionals needed to examine and talk to their patients in person to accurately treat them. This all changed with the creation of telemedicine. Telemedicine has enabled healthcare providers to treat p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-regulations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-regulations/AdviceThu, 10 Sep 2020 20:44:10 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/dNHev-cPScY Are QR codes still relevant?  QR codes have been around for years, and as long as they’ve been around, marketers have debated whether they are the next big thing or close to extinction even HubSpot has debated the longevity of the technology. But here w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-for-businesses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-for-businesses/AdviceWed, 09 Sep 2020 20:26:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Find a signature app on Google Workspace Marketplace. Install the add-on to your workspace. Open the form in which you’d like to add a signature. Click the Add-ons section at top right. Select your e-signature add-on. Enable any necessary access permissions. Customize the form a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-add-an-electronic-signature-in-google-forms/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-add-an-electronic-signature-in-google-forms/AdviceWed, 09 Sep 2020 20:19:26 +0000<![CDATA[ With businesses reopening and closing again across the nation, business owners are trying to be proactive in implementing new health and safety procedures to keep both employees and customers healthy. One recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is that every busines...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/covid-screening-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/covid-screening-questions/AdviceWed, 09 Sep 2020 20:12:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Slack Zoom Asana G Suite Essentials Evernote Any business leader worth their salt understands the importance of collaboration. There’s no need for another study to drive home the fact that effective teamwork leads to financial success, better performance, and a higher likelihood ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-collaboration-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-collaboration-software/AdviceTue, 08 Sep 2020 15:39:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Field data is information companies collect outside of the workplace. The field can be anywhere employees conduct work or interact with customers. From service technicians to real estate agents, field data is essential both to understanding the customer experience and gaining insight into organi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/field-data-collection/AdviceTue, 08 Sep 2020 15:29:46 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to web design, schools need to take a strategic approach to accurately communicate their vision online. Your school website serves as the primary resource for current students and parents to find information on courses, extracurricular activities, upcoming events, and more. A site tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/school-web-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/school-web-design/IndustriesTue, 08 Sep 2020 15:22:59 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve created visuals for different data sets, you know it’s not as simple as pushing a button and changing a few colors. There’s a lot of thought involved before you even get to the visualization part at least there should be if you want your visuals to be effective. https://www.youtube.c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-visualization-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-visualization-best-practices/AdviceMon, 07 Sep 2020 14:37:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Before the COVID-19 pandemic, only 3.6 percent of employees telecommuted at least half the time. As a result of the pandemic, that number has shot up to around half of all American workers telecommuting full time. Is telecommuting the future of work or a temporary means to survive a difficult s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/future-of-telecommuting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/future-of-telecommuting/AdviceMon, 07 Sep 2020 13:04:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Let’s be honest. Note taking isn’t the most exciting activity in the world. And in a healthcare setting, writing down a patient’s information while you’re caring for them can be time-consuming and distracting. Why is note taking such a challenge? You may be taking the wrong type of notes. Non...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-soap-note/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-soap-note/IndustriesMon, 07 Sep 2020 12:56:50 +0000<![CDATA[ A century from now, historians will study how the “Great Lockdown” of 2020 changed the lives of billions across the globe and there’s one aspect in particular that will stand out: education. In the big picture of human history, mass public schooling is a recent phenomenon. It arrived with the e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/school-reopening-guide/https://www.jotform.com/school-reopening-guide/GuidesMon, 07 Sep 2020 12:48:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Every day, leaders like you face critical business decisions that impact organizational success. Without the necessary data to inform those decisions, you can only make educated guesses. But even if you’re able to collect lots of data, analyzing and garnering insights from it can be a challenge. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-data-visualization/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-data-visualization/AdviceFri, 04 Sep 2020 19:32:37 +0000<![CDATA[ The most famous signature ever (at least in American history) was that of John Hancock, who, as president of the Second Continental Congress, was the first signatory of the Declaration of Independence. Legend has it that as he signed his name in conspicuously large handwriting, he quipped that he w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/electronic-signature-vs-wet-signature/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/electronic-signature-vs-wet-signature/AdviceFri, 04 Sep 2020 19:21:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Half of all companies use automation to improve their lead capture processes. Not automating your lead capture process? Slow manual data capture processes holding you back? Even if you’re currently working in dispersed teams due to the COVID-19 pandemic, automation is the name of the game if ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/automated-data-capture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/automated-data-capture/AdviceFri, 04 Sep 2020 19:17:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a U.S. federal law that protects the privacy of students’ education records. Under FERPA, school officials can’t release student data to third parties without signed consent from the parent (if the student is under 18 and not in college) or e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ferpa-and-online-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ferpa-and-online-learning/IndustriesThu, 03 Sep 2020 20:14:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Weebly and Squarespace are website builders designed for just about anyone, including people without coding experience. They both use drag-and-drop controls and a visual interface to make building a website the digital equivalent of making a collage. Despite their fundamental similarities, thoug...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-vs-squarespace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-vs-squarespace/Latest ArticlesThu, 03 Sep 2020 20:08:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Teachers and administrators earned an A for effort as they tried to implement remote learning plans last spring when the COVID-19 pandemic forced K–12 schools to close, but there’s widespread concern that the online programs were a poor substitute for in-person instruction. Nobody is faulting teach...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-learning-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-learning-plan/IndustriesThu, 03 Sep 2020 20:03:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Data visualization yields many business benefits chief among them is faster decision making. But presenting data effectively takes a certain level of skill and a good amount of attention. How can you ensure your visuals communicate the right message? Below, several experts suggest ways you can acc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/presenting-data-effectively/https://www.jotform.com/blog/presenting-data-effectively/AdviceWed, 02 Sep 2020 18:57:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Telehealth, or telemedicine, has been around for years, but patients usually choose in-person visits. At least, they did until recently. A report by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) revealed that in February of 2020, telemedicine visits accounted for only 0.1 percent of Med...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-documentation-requirements/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-documentation-requirements/IndustriesWed, 02 Sep 2020 18:51:35 +0000<![CDATA[ The legal term “nondisclosure agreement” and the abbreviation “NDA” are often mentioned in the news. While it’s rare that a lease or a purchase order is linked to a scandal, stories about unsavory employers, celebrities, and politicians using NDAs to silence whistleblowers have become a journalisti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/who-is-the-disclosing-party-in-a-nondisclosure-agreement/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/who-is-the-disclosing-party-in-a-nondisclosure-agreement/AdviceWed, 02 Sep 2020 18:45:31 +0000<![CDATA[ In 1993, the movie Jurassic Park made its dino-debut, actors Lenny Kravitz and Lisa Bonet broke up, and Adobe created something called the PDF. Almost 30 years later, Jurassic World 3 is almost upon us, Zoe Kravitz (Lenny and Lisa’s daughter) is now married, and PDF file usage numbers in the billio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-fillable-pdf-form-without-acrobat/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-fillable-pdf-form-without-acrobat/AdviceWed, 02 Sep 2020 16:38:57 +0000<![CDATA[ The basic model of community-supported agriculture, or CSA, is fairly simple. CSA members pay a flat fee for a “share” of an upcoming harvest. The farmer or homesteader uses this money to pay for the costs of planting and raising the crop. When the farmers harvest their crop, members receive their ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-csa/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-csa/AdviceTue, 01 Sep 2020 13:44:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Gym closures around the world have made it harder than ever to get a proper workout. But a fit team equals a happy and productive team. And that’s why employees at JotForm recently embarked on a 30-day fitness challenge to stay on top of our game. Our goal was to do as many pushups, sit-ups, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-workout-challenge/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-workout-challenge/BackstageTue, 01 Sep 2020 13:39:48 +0000<![CDATA[ In recent years, companies have realized just how critical employee engagement is to overall performance, team satisfaction, and employee retention. Empowering employees to share their opinions paves the way for human resources professionals and company leadership to make well-informed decisions ab...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-pulse-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-pulse-survey/AdviceMon, 31 Aug 2020 04:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign Dropbox Sign (formerly known as HelloSign) PandaDoc Docusign signNow SignRequest RightSignature Zoho Sign Electronic signatures or e-signatures have revolutionized how individuals leave their stamp of approval on documents. Not only are e-signatures legall...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/adobe-sign-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/adobe-sign-alternatives/AdviceMon, 31 Aug 2020 04:26:00 +0000<![CDATA[ FERPA, or the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, safeguards privacy rights for student and parent education data, allowing access only with written permission. Compliance with FERPA is crucial for schools to maintain Department of Education funding; violations can lead to penalties lik...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-ferpa/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-ferpa/GuidesMon, 31 Aug 2020 04:16:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Skilled carpenters can craft anything they set their minds to. They just need a plan for what they’re creating and the right tools.  The same applies for those starting or growing a nonprofit. Resources are limited, budgets are tight, and teams are small. Growing and developing a nonprofit ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-marketing-strategies-and-tools/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-marketing-strategies-and-tools/IndustriesFri, 28 Aug 2020 16:26:40 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s digital and increasingly contactless world, the PDF (portable document format) is everywhere and used by almost everyone. According to the PDF Association, in 2016 there were 20 billion PDF files in Dropbox alone, and that was four years ago!  Fillable PDFs, digital documents tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/extract-data-from-pdf-form-to-excel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/extract-data-from-pdf-form-to-excel/ProductFri, 28 Aug 2020 15:58:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Managers and employees alike tend to view performance management negatively. For example, one study notes that 77 percent of employees believe performance management at their organizations could use a facelift. When you add remote work into the mix, it only becomes more difficult. Below, we walk...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-performance-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-performance-management/AdviceThu, 27 Aug 2020 19:33:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Fleep Chanty Brosix Connecteam Slack Discord Team communication is an essential part of remote collaboration, and with recent changes accelerating the shift toward virtual offices, video calling is now more important than ever. But it can be tricky to find the right communi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-communication-app-video-calling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-communication-app-video-calling/AdviceThu, 27 Aug 2020 18:43:10 +0000<![CDATA[ According to research firm IBISWorld, the market size of the U.S. dental industry is approximately $138 billion, with more than 189,000 businesses operating in the space. Competition over the past few years has increased, but the industry has been greatly affected in recent months by COVID-19.&nbsp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/dental-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/dental-marketing/GuidesThu, 27 Aug 2020 08:53:23 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/zOAbwFiO0fM It’s never been easier to build a professional website, and that’s largely a result of services like Wix and Weebly. Both these site builders use a simple drag-and-drop editor that instantly displays the results of your changes which is why web developers refer to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-vs-weebly/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-vs-weebly/AdviceTue, 25 Aug 2020 17:26:14 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way people do business. Now that various governments have lifted restrictions and businesses are reopening, business owners are facing challenges. Not only do they need to protect the health of their customers, but it’s also important to ensure employees feel s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/reopening-challenges/https://www.jotform.com/blog/reopening-challenges/AdviceTue, 25 Aug 2020 17:19:39 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2013, CEO of Netflix, Reed Hastings sent an 11-page memo to his employees and investors with one core message: he wanted to make a change from simply distributing content digitally to becoming a top producer of original content capable of winning Oscars and Emmys. The contents of the memo sai...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/organizational-transformation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/organizational-transformation/BackstageMon, 24 Aug 2020 14:06:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) are standard operating protocol for many companies. They protect an organization’s confidential information when it’s shared with another party, whether an individual or another company. Generally, NDAs are required whenever an outside party is privy to an organiz...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-smart-pdf-forms-for-nda-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-smart-pdf-forms-for-nda-collection/ProductMon, 24 Aug 2020 07:35:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Central to any reopening plan, regardless of when it happens, is reducing contact. And for many organizations, contact comes in the way of forms. Students, patients, customers, and colleagues regularly fill out forms by hand with pen and paper, which are then passed to the next person. Long befo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fill-in-the-blank-templates-for-contactless-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fill-in-the-blank-templates-for-contactless-experience/ProductMon, 24 Aug 2020 07:29:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Paper forms are a drag, and PDF forms aren’t much better.  Printing out paper forms, lugging them around, getting them filled out, and keeping track of them is a pain, especially if you still have to manually enter any collected data into the software tools that power your workflow.  ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/leverage-pdfs-for-online-consent-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/leverage-pdfs-for-online-consent-forms/Customer StoriesMon, 24 Aug 2020 07:26:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting information is like solving a puzzle. Every detail that comes in allows you to see the whole picture more clearly, evaluate where things stand, and figure out your next move. Likewise, fill in the blank statements or questions in online forms enable you to get exactly the informati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-fill-in-the-blank-field/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-fill-in-the-blank-field/ProductMon, 24 Aug 2020 05:54:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Filling out an online form on a laptop or desktop is no problem. But when you’re out of the office or away from your computer, filling out an online form is neither convenient nor practical, especially when you need to collect information on the spot.  Even if you can fill out a form on ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/soccer-referee-collect-data-for-pdfs-through-mobile-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/soccer-referee-collect-data-for-pdfs-through-mobile-forms/Customer StoriesMon, 24 Aug 2020 05:41:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Since video communication, conferencing, and training are a big part of our new normal, it’s no surprise that more teams want to use video in their forms for HR, education, marketing, customer service, and beyond. If you’re looking to up your organization’s video communication in one way or anot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-ziggeo-widgets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-ziggeo-widgets/ProductMon, 24 Aug 2020 03:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Fumbling with fillable PDF forms is like wearing a brand-new pair of shoes for an all-day trek you’ll make it through the day, but you may not enjoy the journey or the outcome. A fillable PDF form can usually collect information in the format you want, but if someone doesn’t fill it out properl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-data-from-complex-pdfs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-data-from-complex-pdfs/ProductMon, 24 Aug 2020 01:26:00 +0000<![CDATA[ PDF forms are a bore and a chore. Regardless of whether you’re creating or filling out a PDF, it’s not hard to feel like you’re wasting time on something that shouldn’t be so difficult. Although standard PDFs allow you to create a professional-looking form that can be shared online, these for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/smart-pdf-forms/announcing-jotform-smart-pdf-forms/https://www.jotform.com/products/smart-pdf-forms/announcing-jotform-smart-pdf-forms/GuidesMon, 24 Aug 2020 01:25:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine how much you could improve results in your business if you only knew what your customers and potential customers were thinking, what they wanted, what they disliked about other products and services like yours, or what (in an ideal world) would make your product or service the perfect solut...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailchimp-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailchimp-survey/Latest ArticlesFri, 21 Aug 2020 16:03:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you implementing new hiring practices? If you’re limiting in-person interview options because of logistical constraints, safety concerns, or a shift toward digital workflows, a remote interview strategy is a great way to bring the right talent on board. You can conduct remote interviews, but...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-interview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-interview/AdviceFri, 21 Aug 2020 15:58:51 +0000<![CDATA[ As a business owner, you want to make sure you’re getting the best return on your investment (ROI). Sometimes, to get the ROI you want, you need creative content marketing. As consumers increasingly look to brands to provide education on their products and services, content marketing has become ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-marketing-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-marketing-ideas/AdviceThu, 20 Aug 2020 15:14:57 +0000<![CDATA[ When a patient comes into a clinic or hospital, medical professionals have all the tools they need to examine them. However, when they see a patient online, healthcare workers may lack the right equipment to handle the telehealth visit. Why? One reason is that telehealth requires a lot of specia...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-equipment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-equipment/IndustriesThu, 20 Aug 2020 15:08:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine you have an idea for a profitable new app. You spend months brainstorming and taking time to chat with a developer to bring your idea to life. Weeks after your meeting, you find an app in an app store that seems too similar to yours to be a coincidence. Though the developer may have seem...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-send-an-electronic-nondisclosure-agreement/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-send-an-electronic-nondisclosure-agreement/AdviceWed, 19 Aug 2020 16:52:17 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re wondering how to become an event planner, rest assured there’s more than one path you can take to achieve that goal. But before you step foot on any one of these paths, ask yourself if you’re sure you want to pursue this career. Forbes famously ranked “event coordinator” fifth on a 201...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-an-event-planner/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-an-event-planner/AdviceWed, 19 Aug 2020 16:46:43 +0000<![CDATA[ One study after another has proven that collaboration in the workplace is critical businesses that get it right often outperform competitors and boast a more engaged, more motivated workforce. Similarly, those organizations, both large and small, that not only acknowledge the value of collabora...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaboration-activities/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaboration-activities/AdviceTue, 18 Aug 2020 18:41:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Being diagnosed with a serious health condition can be difficult. This is especially true when a diagnosis comes with complex treatment options that require numerous specialists, check-ups, and medications. It can quickly become overwhelming. In addition, a patient may not be able to make it to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-monitoring-telemedicine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-monitoring-telemedicine/IndustriesTue, 18 Aug 2020 18:35:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Get the most out of JotForm Smart PDF Forms! We’re excited to bring you this new tool and transform the way you approach fillable PDFs. To help you get started, we’ve hosted a webinar to show you everything you need to know to master the basics of JotForm Smart PDF Forms. https://www.youtube.co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/smart-pdf-forms/webinar-jotform-smart-pdf-forms/https://www.jotform.com/products/smart-pdf-forms/webinar-jotform-smart-pdf-forms/ProductTue, 18 Aug 2020 10:28:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Texting has become people’s favorite way to communicate, both personally and for business. One study even found that 63 percent of individuals would choose to do business with companies that offer communication via text messages over those that don’t.  Given the popularity of text messages,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-texting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-texting/HealthcareMon, 17 Aug 2020 15:15:50 +0000<![CDATA[ To ensure your event attendees keep coming back to your meetups, conferences, webinars, or virtual events, it’s important to ask for their honest feedback. Getting a clear idea of what people liked and didn’t like about an event can help you make the next one even better. Creating a post-event s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-post-event-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-post-event-survey-questions/AdviceMon, 17 Aug 2020 14:53:49 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/5uF8L4HrDUQ Remote work is nothing new. Entrepreneurs with geographically distributed teams have been advocating for it for years. In fact, a 2017 study found that the average worker would accept 8% less pay for the option to #WFH  because employees too have long recognized th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/asynchronous-communication/https://www.jotform.com/blog/asynchronous-communication/BackstageMon, 17 Aug 2020 12:43:29 +0000<![CDATA[ It can be challenging to build credibility and trust with your target audience. A marketing campaign, email conversation, or social media post alone can’t always create the level of brand awareness necessary to convince prospects to buy from you. Many businesses and brands have turned to social ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hire-an-influencer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hire-an-influencer/AdviceThu, 13 Aug 2020 21:14:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Great teachers can succeed in a virtual learning environment just like they do in the traditional classroom whether they believe that at first or not. “There’s no magic to virtual learning,” says Mark Shapiro, president of the Bureau of Internet Accessibility, which helps education platforms and o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-learning/IndustriesThu, 13 Aug 2020 21:11:47 +0000<![CDATA[ In the world of amateur site building, Wix has fast cemented itself as an invaluable resource for anyone who needs a professional online presence but knows little to nothing about how to make a website. The cloud-based development platform was established in 2006 by a trio of startup founders wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/wix-guide/https://www.jotform.com/wix-guide/GuidesThu, 13 Aug 2020 21:02:37 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/n3Q6tkkDFg4 When an employee resigns, it can blindside a smoothly running team. Leaders can feel hurt, even betrayed, by the resignation of a longtime employee. Even if the resigning employee is someone you especially trusted, who was particularly reliable, or had particula...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-to-do-when-an-employee-resigns/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-to-do-when-an-employee-resigns/AdviceWed, 12 Aug 2020 20:55:49 +0000<![CDATA[ The internet is full of great information about B2B marketing channels, tactics, and even philosophies. That’s all useful stuff, but how do you tie it together into a comprehensive B2B marketing strategy?  A marketing strategy lays the groundwork for specific campaigns, organizing them into...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-marketing-strategies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-marketing-strategies/AdviceWed, 12 Aug 2020 20:52:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Even the most carefully planned and developed software is bound to have issues. While your development team can do its best to prevent these issues from occurring in the first place, perfection is almost impossible. What’s more important is knowing how to deal with bugs when they inevitably appear....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bug-life-cycle/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bug-life-cycle/AdviceWed, 12 Aug 2020 20:45:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Set clear expectations and rules Check legal restrictions Choose an appealing prize Integrate company branding Promote the video contest Collect marketing data Announce the winners Start your online video contest An online video contest can broaden your digital reach through...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-video-contest/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-video-contest/AdviceTue, 11 Aug 2020 14:21:33 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/kJGg5uXp-aU Zoom is the market leader when it comes to videoconferencing apps, and it’s no surprise why. From virtual backgrounds to hand-raising, Zoom offers a wide range of robust and easy-to-use features that facilitate online meetings. One of its most useful tools is th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-breakout-rooms-in-zoom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-breakout-rooms-in-zoom/AdviceTue, 11 Aug 2020 14:13:14 +0000<![CDATA[ If you work in education, you’ve probably heard of FERPA the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. It’s the federal law that tells us when we can and can’t share student data (mostly we can’t). But you may also have heard a less familiar term floating around “FERPA form” which may beg the q...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-ferpa-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-ferpa-form/IndustriesTue, 11 Aug 2020 13:57:55 +0000<![CDATA[ A successful event is a careful balance of business and downtime, focus and entertainment, meeting new contacts and reconnecting with old friends. Memorable business events seamlessly move through all of those phases, but what’s rarely apparent to participants is how much planning and work goes int...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-planning-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-planning-checklist/AdviceMon, 10 Aug 2020 20:32:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft OneDrive Apple iCloud Dropbox Box Egnyte Google Drive Online file storage is a must-have for any business or entrepreneur. With cloud backup, you can avoid file loss and restore your device if it’s ever damaged. Cloud storage also makes collaborating with team member...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-storage-providers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-storage-providers/AdviceMon, 10 Aug 2020 20:28:11 +0000<![CDATA[ People want service fast, and at least a third of customers turn to chat first when they want to get in touch with a business.  More and more, people prefer to use chat over email or calling a service provider on the phone because chat is quicker and more convenient. Bottom line: You can...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-chat-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-chat-business/AdviceMon, 10 Aug 2020 20:22:58 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that businesses have become increasingly digital in recent years. Gone are the days of large metal filing cabinets housing every contract, invoice, and receipt your company has ever generated. A digital signature carries the same legitimacy as ink, so if you aren’t already using digi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/pandadoc-vs-docusign/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/pandadoc-vs-docusign/AdviceFri, 07 Aug 2020 12:16:03 +0000<![CDATA[ In the past, only tech-savvy consumers used VPNs, or virtual private networks. Today, as online security threats increase and more employees work from home, major companies are starting to adopt VPNs. Why? A VPN is a valuable tool for protecting sensitive data while you’re online. A VPN’s wide r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-vpn/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-vpn/IndustriesFri, 07 Aug 2020 11:40:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Since 2005, regular telecommuting has increased by 173 percent. And since the onset of COVID-19, telecommuting has become a necessity, helping many organizations keep the proverbial doors open. Around half of the American workforce is telecommuting during the pandemic, more than double the amount w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/telecommuting/https://www.jotform.com/telecommuting/GuidesThu, 06 Aug 2020 12:35:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Intent to sign Consent to do business electronically Opt-out clause Signed copies Record retention For centuries a person’s signature has been required to complete a binding contract. The signature is how a person certifies they understand both their obligations under the contrac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/esign-act-requirements/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/esign-act-requirements/AdviceWed, 05 Aug 2020 18:39:57 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on the way business is done. The turmoil and upheaval has shown business owners that they need to adjust their hiring processes. Employers must now rethink methods that require in-person contact. With more employees working remotely, perks centere...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pre-employment-screening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pre-employment-screening/AdviceWed, 05 Aug 2020 18:36:37 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/rjlSNf4NAYE Data is king. Organizations cannot succeed in today’s economic climate without making data-based decisions. “As the world becomes smarter and smarter, data becomes the key to competitive advantage, meaning a company’s ability to compete will increasingly be driv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-management-principles/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-management-principles/AdviceTue, 04 Aug 2020 19:34:53 +0000<![CDATA[ There are a few things every study needs in order to be credible: funding, participants, an unbiased researcher, and accurate data. What happens when you don’t have access to one of these basic components? You get unreliable and potentially misleading results. Consider what happened to a recent s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-waiver/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-waiver/IndustriesMon, 03 Aug 2020 12:11:00 +0000<![CDATA[ A quiz is the shortest, most common, and most casual form of evaluation. A test is the standard evaluation technique used to determine grades in both high school and college classes. An exam is a tool to measure student's mastery of the course content, but it has weightier consequences. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quiz-vs-test/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quiz-vs-test/IndustriesMon, 03 Aug 2020 12:04:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Unless you’ve mastered HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and a laundry list of other web development tools, building an e-commerce website requires a website builder. Of the site-building services that provide e-commerce functionality, Weebly and Shopify are two of the top names. Both give entrepreneurs th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-vs-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-vs-shopify/AdviceFri, 31 Jul 2020 11:02:00 +0000<![CDATA[ How many times have you noticed something while you were shopping at the grocery store that made you leave your full cart in the middle of the store and run out the exit? If the answer to this question is “never,” you’ve just identified a key difference between shopping at a brick-and-mortar retail...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cart-abandonment-solutions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cart-abandonment-solutions/AdviceFri, 31 Jul 2020 10:52:00 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/zDpMF2uKSs8 Just as classroom lectures are the primary teaching tool in traditional education, online lectures are the core of e-learning. Creating digital recordings of lectures is a great way for educators to supplement classroom instruction or to take a class totally online...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-lecture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-lecture/IndustriesThu, 30 Jul 2020 10:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ How do you market a product you can’t see or touch? That’s the challenge for software-as-a-service (SaaS) providers. The marketers with the best solutions will have an edge in the struggle for a significant prize: a share of the $327.3 billion in revenue projected by the end of 2026. Luckily, we...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-saas-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-saas-marketing/AdviceThu, 30 Jul 2020 08:41:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Looking for ways to boost your real estate business? The key to a successful career in this industry is maintaining a regular flow of fresh leads clients looking to buy or sell their homes so you need to focus on real estate lead generation on an ongoing basis. A few good strategies and consisten...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-lead-generation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-estate-lead-generation/AdviceWed, 29 Jul 2020 08:30:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Education, whether it comes in the form of university courses or employee training programs, is moving online. Almost half of the students worldwide have taken an online class in the past year, and almost 80 percent of U.S. companies are using e-learning. Those numbers will likely increase going fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/learning-management-system/https://www.jotform.com/blog/learning-management-system/IndustriesWed, 29 Jul 2020 08:26:10 +0000<![CDATA[ The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act protects student data at schools that receive funding from the U.S. Department of Education (DoE). That funding covers about 8 percent of the budget for U.S. elementary, middle, and high schools, and contributes heavily to college and university operati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ferpa-violation-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ferpa-violation-examples/IndustriesTue, 28 Jul 2020 15:35:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Solutionreach RevenueWell Swell LocalMed Dynamic Dental Scheduling CallRail Kleer Doctible Simplifeye Dentalk Enlive Dental Weave Today, patients have a lot of options when it comes to dental providers, making it critical for dentists to market and manage the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dental-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dental-app/IndustriesTue, 28 Jul 2020 15:05:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Choose the right keywords Make sure your website loads quickly Optimize your images Wix has made a name for itself as one of the most user-friendly website builders out there thanks to its super simple drag-and-drop dashboard and its huge assortment of professionally designed templates...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-seo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-seo/AdviceTue, 28 Jul 2020 13:30:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Two-thirds of the new jobs created between 2010 and 2016 required medium or high levels of digital literacy, and those computer skills start in the classroom. It’s no wonder that technology in education is on the rise. Weebly for Education, from popular website-building platform Weebly, aims to bri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-for-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-for-education/AdviceMon, 27 Jul 2020 15:42:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you looking to help your hybrid or fully remote team stay connected, despite the physical distance between them? A virtual happy hour could be just what you need. The traditional happy hour, where coworkers get together at a local bar after work is virtually impossible (see what we did there...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-happy-hour/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-happy-hour/AdviceMon, 27 Jul 2020 15:38:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Before opening or relocating your dental practice, it’s vital to do your research. Just because you favor a certain part of the city doesn’t mean it’s ideal for a dental practice or more important, your dental practice. Dental demographics, when compiled and presented in a comprehensive report, of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dental-demographics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dental-demographics/IndustriesMon, 27 Jul 2020 15:33:29 +0000<![CDATA[ The act of signing our name in longhand to seal a contract or authenticate a document, such as a letter or report, has had legal significance for nearly as long as there has been written language, even before paper. The first known signature in human history was that of an otherwise forgotten Sumar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/can-an-electronic-signature-be-legally-binding/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/can-an-electronic-signature-be-legally-binding/AdviceFri, 24 Jul 2020 12:21:59 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/naeeNWHFh68 Business is competitive, but it isn’t just about competition. Cooperation between independent, value-driven enterprises is also vital for sustained growth. Business-to-business partnerships can boost leads, improve the customer experience, and create win-win deals ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-partnerships/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-partnerships/AdviceFri, 24 Jul 2020 12:13:17 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/QeV7THWadP4 The option to telecommute for work is a significant benefit for employees. A 2019 Buffer survey reported that 99 percent of those they interviewed wanted the opportunity to telecommute at least occasionally, and it’s no surprise why telecommuting provides workers ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telecommuting-policy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telecommuting-policy/AdviceFri, 24 Jul 2020 12:00:25 +0000<![CDATA[ It takes hard work and dedication to build the relationships that help a company thrive. Are you looking for a new income source and willing to put in the time and effort to launch a digital presence? Then it might be time to learn how to start a small online business. The process below can also be...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-small-online-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-small-online-business/AdviceThu, 23 Jul 2020 20:06:17 +0000<![CDATA[ WordPress is the most popular content management system on the internet by far. That’s probably because it’s both free and open-source.  As of early June 2020, 37.1 percent of all websites were built using WordPress. The year before, WordPress managed the content of  more than 27 milli...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-vs-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-vs-wordpress/AdviceThu, 23 Jul 2020 20:01:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Employee telecommuting has grown enormously over the past two decades, as working from home has increased by 173 percent since 2005. One of the biggest contributing factors to that growth has been the rise of digital tools such as cloud-based software which make it possible for employees to do th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telecommuting-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telecommuting-software/AdviceThu, 23 Jul 2020 19:55:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Today's digital world opens up endless possibilities to make money online. So there are many ways to make money online, such as by creating online content, selling goods via online shopping platforms, or sharing your own expertise through online courses. In the post-pandemic world, remote w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-make-money-online/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-make-money-online/GuidesThu, 23 Jul 2020 19:45:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Generating random numbers can be time-consuming if you have to do it manually. But this task comes up more often than you might think. For example, have you ever needed to pull random numbers out of a hat to choose a contest winner? Or choose random numbers from a given number range to divide la...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-generate-random-numbers-in-excel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-generate-random-numbers-in-excel/AdviceWed, 22 Jul 2020 18:20:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Schools have a lot of information to manage. There’s plenty of data they have to collect and store for legal reasons such as student records, financial accounts, and employee credentials.  However, there’s also information that doesn’t fall into a neat legal category. For instance, if a st...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-hipaa-apply-to-schools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/does-hipaa-apply-to-schools/IndustriesWed, 22 Jul 2020 18:16:42 +0000<![CDATA[ On Thursday, July 16, 2020, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) invalidated Privacy Shield, a transatlantic agreement between the EU and the U.S. for transferring personal data. Our users’ security is a top priority, and the change won’t affect the way that they use JotForm. We hav...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/privacy-shield-update/https://www.jotform.com/blog/privacy-shield-update/ProductWed, 22 Jul 2020 18:08:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Healthcare has long been on the path to using digital solutions, and dentistry is no different. Scheduling dental appointments online is one such area dentists are exploring perhaps because 44 percent of patients scheduled an appointment after finding a healthcare provider through an online search...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/scheduling-dental-appointments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/scheduling-dental-appointments/IndustriesWed, 22 Jul 2020 13:28:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Wix and Shopify are two of the best website builders on the market, and when it comes to which platform outdoes the other in the eyes of users, the answer is it depends. Both have helped millions create beautiful, high-quality websites without requiring too much technical know-how. That said, S...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-vs-shopify/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wix-vs-shopify/AdviceTue, 21 Jul 2020 13:23:04 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/7EX7W11Nork Living in a digital world, people have become accustomed to the convenience of getting whatever they want or need with just a few clicks of a button. Customers now expect their favorite restaurant to offer online ordering.  Has your business implemented an ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-online-ordering-for-restaurants/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-online-ordering-for-restaurants/AdviceTue, 21 Jul 2020 12:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Making an important decision is easier when all of the information you need is within reach. If that information reflects what’s happening in real time, you can base your decisions on the most up to date findings and factors, which can help you streamline operations, improve services, and magnif...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/creating-a-live-dashboard/https://www.jotform.com/blog/creating-a-live-dashboard/ProductTue, 21 Jul 2020 11:04:52 +0000<![CDATA[ If seeing is believing, creating buy-in for a novel idea requires more than just a persuasive pitch and rosy promises. Anyone who invests their time, money, or effort into your ideas will want to see the figures that back up your claims. After all, they need to be convinced that you’ll make g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/property-management-report-builder-user-spotlight/https://www.jotform.com/blog/property-management-report-builder-user-spotlight/Customer StoriesMon, 20 Jul 2020 05:53:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Lake Forest Church in North Carolina is a church that was never intended to feel like one. In fact, Lake Forest Church’s website states that it was initially envisioned as a place where people could meet with friends and explore questions about their faith “without having to pretend they had it ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-reports-to-improve-services/https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-reports-to-improve-services/Customer StoriesMon, 20 Jul 2020 05:50:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting, organizing, and presenting data is both a science and an art that leave little room for error. That’s because data can easily be misunderstood, misinterpreted, or seen as inaccurate if any stage in the process is out of sync.  When everything is done right, data can provide u...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-and-share-feedback-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-and-share-feedback-data/ProductMon, 20 Jul 2020 05:16:00 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm Report Builder is here! To help you get the most out of this robust tool that can instantly transform your form submissions into presentation-ready reports, we’ve hosted a webinar to show you all the tips and tricks you need to know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_otG9S7VBM Colle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/report-builder/jotform-report-builder-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/products/report-builder/jotform-report-builder-webinar/Latest ArticlesMon, 20 Jul 2020 02:28:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Data can be daunting. And making it easy to understand and helpful enough to drive informed decisions can be a real challenge. Professional-looking reports, with charts and other visual elements, allow you to measure the performance of an initiative, get buy-in from stakeholders, make important ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/report-builder/announcing-jotform-report-builder/https://www.jotform.com/products/report-builder/announcing-jotform-report-builder/GuidesMon, 20 Jul 2020 01:54:00 +0000<![CDATA[ A man confides in his friend that he’s having trouble deciding whether to take a new job. The position would provide financial stability but he’d lose his current gig, which is pretty prestigious. Plus, he’d have to relocate with his family. The man is renowned scientist and theologian Joseph Pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/smart-decision-making-guide/https://www.jotform.com/blog/smart-decision-making-guide/BackstageSun, 19 Jul 2020 09:48:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Infiniti (Bamboo Studio: $40) Haberdasher (Weebly: free) Ethereal (Luminous Themes: $39) Birdseye (Weebly: free) Stella (Bamboo Studio: $33) Weebly themes strongly influence the appearance of your website. They provide the layout, color schemes, font selections, and more. It can b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-themes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-themes/AdviceFri, 17 Jul 2020 19:22:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Less than 1 percent of Google users click on a link from the second page of search results, according to a 2019 analysis, and a page’s ranking in Google search results is closely related to its click-through rate (CTR). In short, if you want more traffic, you need to rank well on Google. That’s ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-seo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-seo/AdviceFri, 17 Jul 2020 19:15:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Leverage what you’ve learned from hiring past employees Design an onboarding plan Use onboarding to inform ongoing development Create an onboarding FAQ document Use video to save time Use gamification to engage new hires Provide a brand-centric onboarding kit Though sometimes neglect...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/onboarding-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/onboarding-tips/AdviceThu, 16 Jul 2020 19:39:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Squared 2 Dusk Paper Unite Birdseye Like a brick-and-mortar storefront, the appearance of your Weebly e-store can have a major effect on sales and that appearance is determined largely by a template. A Weebly template controls everything from page layout to color to font, and it’s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-templates/AdviceThu, 16 Jul 2020 19:34:11 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm RemoteHQ Yousician Engage VR Osmo Live TakeLessons Hoppin’ World Virtual classroom software enables teachers and students to connect remotely while retaining the important benefits of face-to-face interaction. This technology is the next evolution of education and t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-classroom-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-classroom-software/IndustriesThu, 16 Jul 2020 19:29:18 +0000<![CDATA[ These days, it seems like storytelling is the biggest buzzword in business. As of 2019, there were over two hundred TED Talks hashtagged #storytelling. As Susan Credle, chief creative officer at a global advertising agency, writes for the Wall Street Journal: “Great marketing isn’t about one...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-visuals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-visuals/BackstageThu, 16 Jul 2020 11:36:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Mental health problems are surprisingly common. In the U.S., approximately 26 percent of 18 to 25 year olds and 23 percent of 26 to 49 year olds suffer from some sort of mental illness. This can include mood, anxiety, personality, or eating disorders. A significant number of U.S. adults 59 percent...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-psychotherapy-notes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-psychotherapy-notes/IndustriesWed, 15 Jul 2020 20:03:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Regpack Pike13 Jumbula Omnify Enrollware Student Manager by ACEware Ubindi Enrollsy Registromat Classter Whether you offer a digital marketing course or a weekly Zumba class, gathering all of the necessary details from participants is a crucial step in m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/class-registration-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/class-registration-software/IndustriesWed, 15 Jul 2020 19:59:21 +0000<![CDATA[ In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many employers across the U.S. started asking their employees to work from home. Now, employers and employees alike are wondering whether pre-pandemic office life will ever return. You may be able to find that answer in the data that tells the COVID-19 stor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-stats/https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-stats/AdviceWed, 15 Jul 2020 19:44:16 +0000<![CDATA[ SimplePractice doxy.me VSee Zoom for Healthcare GoToMeeting Teladoc Health MDLIVE TheraNest Mend Direct Health (formerly known as Medici) The COVID-19 pandemic catalyzed demand for telehealth videoconferencing. Experts believe the telehealth market will increase fr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telehealth-video-conferencing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telehealth-video-conferencing/IndustriesTue, 14 Jul 2020 18:29:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Contact tracing is a well-known practice that public health professionals have regularly employed through the years to control infectious diseases. As Dr. Laura Breeher, the medical director of occupational health services at the Mayo Clinic, explains, contact tracing “is a ‘cornerstone’ of prevent...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/contact-tracing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/contact-tracing/IndustriesTue, 14 Jul 2020 18:22:15 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2019, there were 418 HIPAA-related data breaches in the U.S. The organizations involved ranged from large healthcare providers and business associates to smaller practices. Hackers gained access to the personal data of 34.9 million people through these attacks, which equates to around 10 percent...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-violations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-violations/IndustriesTue, 14 Jul 2020 18:09:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Even if your business is ready to reopen, it’s hardly going to be business as usual. COVID-19 has made customers everywhere rethink how they want companies to treat their personal safety when they return to spend their money.  Below we’ve compiled seven form templates that will help ensure ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-templates-for-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-templates-for-reopening/ProductTue, 14 Jul 2020 09:49:11 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/knsgtk74gSI Mobile learning, or M-learning, is online education and training administered via portable electronic devices like smartphones and tablets. Mobile learning typically consists of an online educational portal where students or employees can access educational resour...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-and-challenges-of-mobile-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-and-challenges-of-mobile-learning/IndustriesMon, 13 Jul 2020 10:24:07 +0000<![CDATA[ As a university lecturer, school teacher, or academic counselor, you likely find that virtual office hours offer students a great opportunity to get in touch with you online, typically through video, audio, or live chat. These options are crucial as education shifts toward distance learning. But fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-office-hours-using-jotform-zoom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-office-hours-using-jotform-zoom/IndustriesMon, 13 Jul 2020 08:20:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting data on the go can be tricky for construction crews. When a crew is on a construction site, they may not have access to the same technology that they would in an office, making it difficult to gather, organize, and manage data. But with Jotform, crews can easily build a form in sec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-on-construction-site/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-on-construction-site/AdviceMon, 13 Jul 2020 07:53:45 +0000<![CDATA[ No one really knows how long this pandemic will stick around or what the “new normal” will look like after this is all over. This is particularly challenging for businesses, as they’re reopening in this in-between phase when cases are unfortunately still rising. Businesses now have to juggle ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-reopen-your-business/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-reopen-your-business/GuidesMon, 13 Jul 2020 07:27:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Concern about safety in the workplace varies by the nature of the workplace. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, logging operations, high rise building construction, and similar businesses obviously had workplace safety concerns that an office complex or an expensive boutique did not.  Now all bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workplace-safety-while-reopening-businesses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workplace-safety-while-reopening-businesses/AdviceMon, 13 Jul 2020 06:28:08 +0000<![CDATA[ It takes a special breed of person to enjoy hiring. For most of us, it’s a huge energy drain that delays other projects and teaches you everything you need to know about humility that you didn’t already learn in middle school. But finding talent during a pandemic can be even more challenging. Yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-for-remote-hiring/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-for-remote-hiring/ProductMon, 13 Jul 2020 06:18:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Not too many MDs sit on a throne in their own office. And even fewer doctors have more than a million followers on Instagram and Snapchat.  Needless to say, patients of Dr. Michael Salzhauer (aka Dr. Miami) aren’t just in for a procedure when they walk into his literal tower Miami; they’re ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dr-miami-use-case/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dr-miami-use-case/Customer StoriesMon, 13 Jul 2020 05:54:26 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: Since January 2022, PieSync is discontinuing and thus the integration is no longer functioning. Syncing contacts is easier than pie with our new integration, PieSync. PieSync helps individuals and organizations update or create new contacts in multiple apps. The best part? No duplicat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/piesync-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/piesync-integration/ProductFri, 10 Jul 2020 20:57:02 +0000<![CDATA[ In a perfect world, we would be able to read our customers’ minds and fulfill their every desire at the touch of a button. This button would enable us to interact with and convert leads into customers, and track our efforts as we created the perfect customer experience. Sadly, no business exists...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/implementing-cross-channel-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/implementing-cross-channel-marketing/AdviceFri, 10 Jul 2020 15:58:51 +0000<![CDATA[ If you plan to open a bakery, particularly one that specializes in custom cakes and desserts, take some advice from experienced baker Gerard Corsi. “Put together a business plan,” says Corsi, who operated Country Sweets Bakery in Woodbury, New Jersey, with his wife, Karen, for more than 30 years. “...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-charge-for-cakes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-charge-for-cakes/AdviceFri, 10 Jul 2020 12:44:03 +0000<![CDATA[ As construction companies reopen and crews resume work, it’s vital to put precautions in place so teams can stay safe in our “new normal.” With JotForm’s Assign Forms feature, construction companies can easily assign forms to their workforce to ensure safety as they reopen. Below are a few forms...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/forms-for-construction-reopening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/forms-for-construction-reopening/AdviceFri, 10 Jul 2020 07:21:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Does your organization run primarily on donations? Whether you’re managing a nonprofit or starting a GoFundMe for a loved one, it’s important to use the right strategy when asking for donations. Learning how to get people to donate money to you is necessary if you want your fundraising efforts to b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-get-people-to-donate-money-to-you/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-get-people-to-donate-money-to-you/IndustriesThu, 09 Jul 2020 20:03:12 +0000<![CDATA[ The business landscape will likely never return to the way it was before the COVID-19 pandemic. Moving forward, businesses will need to alter the ways they interact with their customers to facilitate safer, quicker, contactless exchanges. A great way to start is by creating an online preorder form ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/preorder-forms-for-contactless-customer-pickup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/preorder-forms-for-contactless-customer-pickup/ProductThu, 09 Jul 2020 14:11:53 +0000<![CDATA[ PayPal Stripe Square Authorize.Net One of the most important factors to consider when setting up a payment form or e-commerce store is how you’ll accept payments. Customers expect online payments to be quick, secure, and convenient. To make the process run as smoothly as possible...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-online-payments-for-my-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-online-payments-for-my-website/IndustriesWed, 08 Jul 2020 17:35:22 +0000<![CDATA[ The sign-in sheet is a common sight in many medical offices. Patients walk in, write their name down on a list, and then wait for a nurse to call their name and escort them to an exam room. But that seemingly innocuous way to check in patients could be setting the stage for a Health Insurance Porta...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-sign-in-sheet/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-sign-in-sheet/AdviceWed, 08 Jul 2020 17:20:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Today, there are more than 1.7 billion websites online, and every day more businesses realize that they’re essentially invisible without an online presence. From the largest multinationals to the smallest startups, companies and entrepreneurs are investing resources to develop sites that make them ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-become-a-web-designer/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-become-a-web-designer/GuidesWed, 08 Jul 2020 15:49:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Businesses all over the U.S. are in various stages of reopening, many under new guidelines in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Strict occupancy and capacity limits are just one example of the many adjustments businesses have to make to keep their workplaces safe for employees and custome...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-reservation-forms-to-ensure-capacity-compliance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-reservation-forms-to-ensure-capacity-compliance/ProductWed, 08 Jul 2020 15:02:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As governments lift COVID-19 shelter-in-place orders and businesses reopen, many organizations are looking for a contactless method to collect data from customers. Thankfully, this doesn’t have to cause headaches. You can make it seamless for customers and efficient for your organization. All yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-contactless-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-codes-contactless-data-collection/ProductWed, 08 Jul 2020 12:57:19 +0000<![CDATA[ In the world of sports, it’s easy to quantify success. Quarterbacks get touchdowns. Runners come in first. Soccer players score goals. Boxers deliver knockouts. But for most of us, assessing whether we’re doing a good job at work isn’t so straightforward. Perhaps that’s wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/coronavirus-performance-reviews/https://www.jotform.com/blog/coronavirus-performance-reviews/BackstageWed, 08 Jul 2020 10:52:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Store Builder BigCommerce Weebly Wix WooCommerce Adobe Commerce With millions of merchants using Shopify, there’s no question that the platform is a leader in the field. Fans say it’s remarkably easy to use, and they love the fact that it’s an all-in-one platform that ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-alternatives/AdviceTue, 07 Jul 2020 19:31:23 +0000<![CDATA[ The Net Promoter Score, or NPS, is a management tool that quantifies the value of the customer relationships a business has built and provides managers with a summary of the customer experience. It’s a simpler alternative to traditional customer satisfaction research. The NPS measures the loyalty b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-calculate-nps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-calculate-nps/AdviceTue, 07 Jul 2020 19:23:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Cliniko Lytec AdvancedMD Invoiced In order to enable Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations, healthcare providers must safeguard patients’ protected health information (PHI) including information that providers use to obtain payment for services. Wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-accounting-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-accounting-software/IndustriesTue, 07 Jul 2020 19:16:52 +0000<![CDATA[ If your business is reopening under new protocols to guard against COVID-19, you may need to provide personal protective equipment (PPE) for your workers. This can include masks, face shields, clothing, gloves, sanitation materials, and more anything your employees need to perform their duties saf...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-ppe-request-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-ppe-request-form/ProductTue, 07 Jul 2020 06:25:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Zoom use has exploded over the past few months. The video meeting and chat app has been adopted by those working from home and those who just want to stay in touch with family and friends. We don’t “videoconference” anymore, we “Zoom.” We aren’t “attendees”; we’re “Zoomers.” With so many working...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-video-quality/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-video-quality/AdviceMon, 06 Jul 2020 17:01:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Chances are you’ve already invested plenty of time growing your Facebook business page. You’ve built up your followers by posting regularly and engaging with your audience. One of the most valuable benefits of building an online audience is the opportunity to grow your email marketing lists. You ca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-emails-on-facebook/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-emails-on-facebook/AdviceMon, 06 Jul 2020 16:21:11 +0000<![CDATA[ In December 2019, a ransomware attack targeted an accounting firm and hackers took advantage of the breach for three days. But they didn’t simply steal financial data. The accounting firm’s clients included Community Care Physicians, which means much of the stolen data was considered protected ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-payment-processing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-payment-processing/IndustriesMon, 06 Jul 2020 16:13:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer feedback is critical to maintaining a successful restaurant. Not only does it help you understand the customer experience, but it also helps you make sure your menu options match the preferences of your target demographic. A restaurant survey is one of the most efficient ways to gain va...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-survey-questions/AdviceFri, 03 Jul 2020 19:07:25 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/VuOYaYQXA2k Before you can start accepting payments on your Weebly e-store, you have to connect a payment gateway. Weebly gives you three options: Stripe, PayPal, and Square. But only Square sports a green “Recommended” stamp on the Weebly dashboard. It’s not surprising tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-square/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-square/AdviceFri, 03 Jul 2020 19:03:18 +0000<![CDATA[ As a key part of the onboarding process, new employee orientation is your company’s opportunity to put new hires on the path to success. When done right, orientation can positively impact areas of the business many companies struggle with, like employee turnover. In fact, one study found that ne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-employee-orientation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-employee-orientation/AdviceFri, 03 Jul 2020 18:56:43 +0000<![CDATA[ The customer experience is crucial to winning and keeping customers. Many elements are required to create a memorable customer experience. One of the most important is excellent customer communication. This communication can occur across multiple channels social media, email, text messages, web...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-communication-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-communication-management/AdviceFri, 03 Jul 2020 18:31:52 +0000<![CDATA[ The bad news is that in any given year, one in 10 people consider switching doctors because they are unsatisfied with the care and communication they’ve received. The good news is that there are steps you can take to reengage current patients and attract new ones. It all starts with patient outreac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-patient-outreach/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-patient-outreach/AdviceThu, 02 Jul 2020 15:00:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating a marketing budget is a lot like baking a cake. First, get a recipe for the kind of cake you want to bake. Next, inventory the ingredients you have on hand, and make a list of what you need that isn’t already in your pantry. Then, purchase the ingredients and bake the cake. When you’re ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-marketing-budget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-marketing-budget/AdviceThu, 02 Jul 2020 14:49:23 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/joTpWbfVSm4 Performance reviews are supposed to let employees know how they can improve their performance but that isn’t always the case. According to a Gallup survey, only 14 percent of employees strongly agree that their performance reviews inspire them to improve their per...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-review-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-review-tips/AdviceThu, 02 Jul 2020 14:39:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Events like conferences, trade shows, and evening tech talks have always been valuable networking opportunities. In a short period of time, you can make personal connections with customers and interact with a large number of qualified leads. The conversations you have at an event are the beginni...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-email-addresses-at-events/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-collect-email-addresses-at-events/AdviceThu, 02 Jul 2020 12:54:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Keep it simple Improve the application experience Maintain clear expectations Update employees on hiring status Reward employees for referrals Offer enticing rewards How much time and money goes into your recruiting efforts? If your recruiter is carrying the full responsibility of fin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-referral-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-referral-program/AdviceWed, 01 Jul 2020 12:48:01 +0000<![CDATA[ COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the hospitality sector. As a result, restaurant managers are paying greater attention to food order management. Restaurant managers who are already using food order management systems need a clear idea of what works, what doesn’t, and what they need to im...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/food-order-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/food-order-management/AdviceWed, 01 Jul 2020 12:24:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Help employees set goals Motivate high-performing employees Counsel underperforming employees Support for raises and promotions Plan for new hires Improve organizational performance Determine overall training needs Create a paper trail Though most employees don’t particularly look f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/objectives-of-performance-appraisal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/objectives-of-performance-appraisal/AdviceWed, 01 Jul 2020 12:11:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Store Builder Shopify BigCommerce Adobe Commerce Wix eCommerce Weebly eCommerce Volusion Salesforce Commerce Cloud If you’re looking to sell something online, there’s no shortage of great e-commerce platforms out there. WooCommerce is one of the most well-known o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/woocommerce-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/woocommerce-alternatives/AdviceWed, 01 Jul 2020 11:59:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Dedicated landing pages are a favorite tactic of email marketers. And it’s no mystery why. An effective landing page attracts subscribers and can substantially increase your conversion rate. https://youtu.be/SjPSbCQCLjg What is a landing page? A landing page is a standalone web page crea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-page-email-capture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-page-email-capture/AdviceTue, 30 Jun 2020 17:34:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Out of 6,000-plus hospitals in the United States, more than 4,000 participate in a program that measures patient experience the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS). This survey polls patients about their hospital experience in an effort to help hospitals make...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hcahps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hcahps/AdviceTue, 30 Jun 2020 17:29:32 +0000<![CDATA[ North America is the leading driver of teledermatology services worldwide, accounting for 30 percent of global revenue in the field. Essentially, teledermatology involves practicing dermatology diagnosing and treating skin problems online. Teledermatologists use telemedicine to make diagnoses ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teledermatology/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teledermatology/IndustriesTue, 30 Jun 2020 17:22:03 +0000<![CDATA[ The conventional wisdom holds that LinkedIn is ideal for B2B social media marketing, while Facebook dominates in the B2C space. Take a closer look, though, and you’ll find that both platforms offer distinct advantages to B2B marketers, especially in the area of pay-per-click advertising (PPC), the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/linkedin-facebook-b2b-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/linkedin-facebook-b2b-marketing/AdviceTue, 30 Jun 2020 17:15:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether it hosts your resume, a family blog, wedding photos, or an online store, your website is a key point of contact with your audience. And luckily, it isn’t hard to build a new site from scratch. These days, you don’t even need to know how to code. Website builders like Wix, Shopify, and WordP...]]>https://www.jotform.com/weebly-guide/https://www.jotform.com/weebly-guide/GuidesTue, 30 Jun 2020 16:59:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Measuring the effectiveness of your onboarding process is no easy task 36 percent of HR managers cite it as one of their biggest onboarding challenges. That’s not surprising given all the variables that play into the process, including the industry the business is in, the functional roles of those...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/measure-onboarding-effectiveness/https://www.jotform.com/blog/measure-onboarding-effectiveness/AdviceMon, 29 Jun 2020 19:27:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Doxy.me Amwell eVisit VSee When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, telehealth visits increased by 50 percent, and projections are that the pandemic will result in a year-over-year increase of 64.3 percent for these services by the end of the year. Analysts are now projecting that th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teladoc-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teladoc-alternatives/IndustriesMon, 29 Jun 2020 19:21:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Patterson Fan Kiko Rodríguez ImmuneSchein Ginger Elixir Farm Lighting Leadapreneur Creating an engaging website is all about “striking the right balance between usability and visual design,” says Neil Andrew, founder of PPC Protect. “Simplicity is king in web design, and with Wee...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-websites/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-websites/AdviceMon, 29 Jun 2020 19:15:51 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s an unfortunate reality that personal health data, such as medical records, is a high prize for hackers and identity thieves. In fact, between 2009 and 2019, there were more than 3,000 breaches of medical data involving 500-plus records in each breach. Those records contain highly sensitive per...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-firewall/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-firewall/IndustriesMon, 29 Jun 2020 19:08:52 +0000<![CDATA[ The concept of contact-free delivery goes against our expectations for getting the personal touch from the hospitality industry, yet it’s an essential step for many restaurants to adapt to changing customer preferences. In this post, we’ll learn what no-contact deliveries are and how you can implem...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-contact-deliveries/https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-contact-deliveries/AdviceMon, 29 Jun 2020 19:00:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Now that more companies are building remote work environments, it’s important to ensure each virtual meeting returns sufficient value for the time remote team members spend in it. Regardless if it’s face-to-face or remote, no one wants to spend extra time in a meeting if they don’t have to. Thes...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-meetings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-meetings/AdviceFri, 26 Jun 2020 16:10:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Shopify StoreKit Dropbox Deluxe eFileCabinet What makes a B2B marketing campaign great? The Association of National Advertisers (ANA) judges its annual B2B marketing award applicants on challenges, insights, overall idea, and execution. Trade group B2B Marketing judges entries to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-marketing-campaigns/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-marketing-campaigns/AdviceFri, 26 Jun 2020 15:33:28 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/dlIOvQ0l5Yg SpeedLine POS Thr!ve POS Square TouchBistro Toast Point-of-sale (POS) systems for restaurants are evolving into “point-of-service” solutions, as today’s POS systems do a lot more than simply facilitate sales. A restaurant’s POS system is a combinat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-restaurant-pos-systems/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-restaurant-pos-systems/AdviceFri, 26 Jun 2020 15:26:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Your employees are the lifeblood of your company. From day-to-day operations to your corporate culture, selecting and maintaining the right workforce can make or break your business. Understanding and evaluating strengths and weaknesses is essential to keeping your team motivated and your compan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-appraisal-strengths-and-weaknesses-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/performance-appraisal-strengths-and-weaknesses-examples/AdviceFri, 26 Jun 2020 15:19:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Primary care practitioners regularly refer patients to specialists. In many cases, they will turn to a doctor they know and trust, whether or not that doctor is in the patient’s network. A study found that while 77 percent of providers know it’s important to keep patients in network, 79 percent wil...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/physician-referral/https://www.jotform.com/blog/physician-referral/IndustriesFri, 26 Jun 2020 14:54:17 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/Y3tq3j1DJ8E One of the biggest challenges as a freelance designer isn’t the work itself. It’s finding clients. Seasoned freelancers often have the luxury of client referrals from previous jobs to bring them new leads. But what if you’re just getting started as a freelance w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-web-design-clients/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-web-design-clients/AdviceThu, 25 Jun 2020 20:26:00 +0000<![CDATA[ According to a study on patient satisfaction, physicians estimated that 76 percent of their patients were completely satisfied with the care they received, but in reality, only 39 percent of patients described themselves as completely satisfied. There’s often a disconnect between patient and provid...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-patient/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-patient/IndustriesThu, 25 Jun 2020 20:21:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Determine your delivery region Devise your marketing strategy Set up your e-commerce website Implement an order tracking system Make your online store mobile-friendly Focus on security Leverage social proof Offer incentives to attract customers In the digital age, consumers expect c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/micro-grocery-store/https://www.jotform.com/blog/micro-grocery-store/AdviceThu, 25 Jun 2020 20:16:22 +0000<![CDATA[ It shouldn’t come as a surprise that better patient experiences can lead to much better patient engagement and outcomes. Research conducted by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) found that encouraging patient engagement corresponded with improved patient outcomes, including fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cahps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cahps/IndustriesThu, 25 Jun 2020 20:11:21 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/hg2ok6sVQdc Business-to-consumer (B2C) marketing automation is a great way for your brand to engage with customers while streamlining your marketing efforts. It’s a triple threat, according to Annabel Maw, Jotform’s former marketing communications manager. “Marketing automa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2c-marketing-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2c-marketing-automation/AdviceThu, 25 Jun 2020 20:04:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Data is necessary to stay competitive in today’s economy, but collecting, analyzing, and managing data is challenging. That’s why creating a strategy for managing data is one of the key principles of data management. “A data management strategy is the foundation of any data management program,” ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-management-strategy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-management-strategy/AdviceWed, 24 Jun 2020 17:40:29 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/ZZf_UethRu4 Before the coronavirus pandemic began changing the landscape of healthcare in January 2020, only 24 percent of healthcare providers in the United States offered telemedicine services. But by March 2020, 41 percent of healthcare providers had adopted telemedicine te...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-visit/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-visit/IndustriesWed, 24 Jun 2020 16:59:54 +0000<![CDATA[ When the coronavirus pandemic hit, many teachers had to pivot quickly and adopt a digital teaching platform. And even as the lockdowns lift and teachers return to the classroom, it looks like online homework assignments are here to stay. In fact, some expect the global e-learning market to exceed $...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-homework-assignments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-homework-assignments/IndustriesWed, 24 Jun 2020 16:52:05 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/771nWc07Wrc Telecommuting has a host of benefits for employees and employers alike, including greater flexibility and freedom for workers as well as lower costs and a bigger talent pool for employers. But it does come with a few challenges. Buffer’s State of Remote Work 2020 f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-building-activities-for-telecommuters/https://www.jotform.com/blog/team-building-activities-for-telecommuters/AdviceWed, 24 Jun 2020 16:41:05 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/dOzPnKavX0g To maximize the return on the investment you make in your email marketing strategy and email campaigns such as improving open and click-through rates you need to know what drives the most action from your subscribers. Here are some email marketing best practic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-marketing-best-practices/AdviceWed, 24 Jun 2020 11:02:36 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re reading this guide, chances are you work for one of the many organizations that isn’t satisfied with their onboarding process. And you’re not alone a staggering 88 percent of organizations concede they don’t onboard well. Of course, every organization wants to greet new employees with...]]>https://www.jotform.com/employee-onboarding-guide/https://www.jotform.com/employee-onboarding-guide/GuidesTue, 23 Jun 2020 11:04:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Bridge by Instructure Lessonly GetSmarter Moodle Elucidat Docebo https://youtu.be/R6wyganir9I Today’s online learning tools allow employees and managers to grow their skills without ever leaving the office. Instead of traveling to a conference or bringing in a training profe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-learning-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-learning-software/IndustriesMon, 22 Jun 2020 16:30:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a business plan Know the legal requirements of running a home business Get business insurance Register an LLC Check the tax regulations Choose your baking niche Determine how you will sell your products While you might be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t love...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-selling-baked-goods-from-home/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-selling-baked-goods-from-home/AdviceMon, 22 Jun 2020 16:25:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Electronic health records (EHRs) have been around in some form since the 1960s. Even so, until recently few providers adopted them as their record keeping system, even though EHRs are meant to improve coordination between medical care providers, make processes more efficient, and improve security. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/electronic-health-records-pros-and-cons/https://www.jotform.com/blog/electronic-health-records-pros-and-cons/IndustriesMon, 22 Jun 2020 16:18:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Patient-reported outcomes which can help clinicians better tailor courses of treatment are any reports that come directly from the patient about their health condition. For example, a patient-reported outcome in its simplest form is a patient circling the left knee on a diagram of the human body ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-reported-outcome/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-reported-outcome/IndustriesMon, 22 Jun 2020 16:12:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Data collection is the lifeblood of many organizations. It drives sales, allows you to keep in touch with your customers, and facilitates forecasting. As the importance of customer data grows, so do privacy and security concerns. Over the last few years, there have been dozens of headlines about...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stringent-enterprise-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stringent-enterprise-data-collection/AdviceMon, 22 Jun 2020 10:35:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Time management isn’t a new concept. For decades, leaders, business owners, freelancers, and even parents have sought better methods to manage time. For example, Dwight D. Eisenhower, 34th U.S. president, believed productivity resulted from directing your attention and time to activities based on e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-management-matrix/https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-management-matrix/AdviceFri, 19 Jun 2020 11:09:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Most physicians know they have an obligation to keep their patients’ personal, medical, and financial information safe and secure. But securing protected health information (PHI) isn’t easy. There are strict requirements for keeping patient data safe. Mandated by the Health Insurance Portability...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-medical-payment-processing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-medical-payment-processing/IndustriesFri, 19 Jun 2020 11:04:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify the response rate Remove any incomplete or unreliable data Analyze four types of survey questions Analyze quantitative survey data Turn qualitative insights into quantitative data Cross-tabulate survey data Use benchmarks Compare survey data with previous results ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-analyze-survey-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-analyze-survey-data/AdviceFri, 19 Jun 2020 10:37:55 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/UrRq-wnsuP8 While most people are familiar with the term “AI,” it’s often considered science fiction. But as technology advances, AI is being introduced to the workplace, and it has a lot of applications. One of these is video conferencing, where it can help reduce the amount ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ai-changes-video-conferencing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ai-changes-video-conferencing/AdviceFri, 19 Jun 2020 07:23:23 +0000<![CDATA[ A 2018 survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults found that 80 percent of respondents have used the internet to conduct a healthcare-related search in the past year. In addition, 63 percent of those respondents will choose one provider over another because of a strong online presence with relevant, acc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-website/IndustriesThu, 18 Jun 2020 17:39:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Multiple-choice questions True or false Short answer Multiple-response questions Fill in the blank Essay Matching Taking a test is part of being a student, whether that student is sitting in a classroom or sitting at home in front of a computer. Since the COVID-19 pandemic,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-quiz-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-quiz-questions/IndustriesThu, 18 Jun 2020 17:19:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Teladoc Doctor On Demand Amwell PlushCare The American Telemedicine Association is projecting that healthcare providers will conduct more than 50 percent of services virtually in the U.S. by 2030. Telemedicine was a $45.5 billion market in 2019, even before the coronavirus pandemic ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-apps/IndustriesThu, 18 Jun 2020 16:47:54 +0000<![CDATA[ With all in-person gatherings halted in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, many conferences are going virtual, forcing event organizers to act fast, learn on their feet, and answer new questions, such as How do you plan a virtual conference? How should a virtual conference look? How do you s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-conference/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-conference/AdviceThu, 18 Jun 2020 16:40:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Phone.com RingRX Mitel MiCloud Connect In 2019, more than 41.4 million patient records were compromised by 572 healthcare data breaches. By April 2020, the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) had settled or imposed Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) penalties totaling...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-voip/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-voip/IndustriesThu, 18 Jun 2020 16:25:39 +0000<![CDATA[ What does ACH stand for? It’s one of the most common questions people ask when they hear about ACH payments. ACH stands for the Automated Clearing House, which refers to a network of financial institutions across the nation. “ACH is the vehicle that moves money electronically where it needs to g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-ach-payment/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-ach-payment/GuidesThu, 18 Jun 2020 14:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/OA4aDNuxv4E Microsoft Excel has been the standard for creating and managing spreadsheets since 1985. Countless students learn how to organize data on it, and professionals across a wide range of industries use it to plan and execute projects. However, Google has created a p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-sheets-vs-excel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-sheets-vs-excel/AdviceWed, 17 Jun 2020 15:26:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Third-party food delivery services were a novel idea when Seamless first appeared in 1999. Since then, digital disruptors like Uber Eats have become a permanent fixture in the restaurant world. The global outbreak of COVID-19 has compelled more Americans to order food online as lockdowns and soc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/third-party-food-delivery/https://www.jotform.com/blog/third-party-food-delivery/AdviceWed, 17 Jun 2020 15:08:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform AllegianceMD Picis Perioperative Suite CareCloud Breeze WebPT Patient management software is critical for improving patient outcomes, patient participation, care coordination, and efficiency in clinical settings. One survey found that 75 percent of doctors who were asked ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-management-software/IndustriesWed, 17 Jun 2020 14:57:01 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic not only drove a lot of general physicians to embrace an online model, but it also prompted those offering therapy in person to move their businesses online. In 2018, only 48 percent of psychologists were delivering services virtually, and it was usually by telephone or email....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/become-an-online-therapist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/become-an-online-therapist/IndustriesWed, 17 Jun 2020 12:50:18 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/xBcwBiqEL1c PayPal is the most popular online payment service in the United States, with more than 55 percent market share in the digital payment processing industry as of mid-2020. PayPal’s closest competitor, Stripe, only claimed about 17 percent market share at that time. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-paypal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-paypal/AdviceWed, 17 Jun 2020 12:39:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Your church bulletin is a marketing tool for your services and an informative resource for church members. When done well, a bulletin can share valuable information that gets people engaged in what your church is offering and encourages members and visitors alike to strengthen their faith. For deca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-bulletins-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-bulletins-online/AdviceTue, 16 Jun 2020 20:27:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform ProProfs Quiz Maker ClassMarker EasyTestMaker The coronavirus pandemic has had an indelible effect on every part of daily living, and that includes teaching and classroom instruction. In 2017, 3.2 million undergraduate students (19.5 percent) took at least one, but not all, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-testing-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-testing-tools/IndustriesTue, 16 Jun 2020 20:19:43 +0000<![CDATA[ According to a survey by the Physicians Foundation, doctors work an average of 51 hours a week and see about 20 patients a day. That means there’s not a lot of time to spend with each individual, which makes the communication between patient and physician all the more important. Treating a patie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-communication/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-communication/IndustriesTue, 16 Jun 2020 20:10:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Learning is on the uptick. Consider Coursera: the online educational platform added 10 million new users from mid-March to mid-May, which is seven times the rate of new sign-ups last year. edX and Udacity, two smaller educational websites, have likewise expanded their users exponentially. With p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-microlearning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-microlearning/BackstageTue, 16 Jun 2020 11:37:58 +0000<![CDATA[ B2B marketing focuses on promoting products or services between companies, building relationships, and meeting specific business needs. Digital connections and quality content are essential as B2B audiences increasingly value useful materials and thought leadership. Key marketing channels i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/b2b-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/b2b-marketing/GuidesTue, 16 Jun 2020 11:33:23 +0000<![CDATA[ With church doors locked and confession booths closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, many Christians turned to the internet to feed their spiritual needs. At the same time, pastors and priests worked hard to take their congregations online. What church leaders and congregants alike have found is ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-church-guide/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-church-guide/Latest ArticlesMon, 15 Jun 2020 18:11:58 +0000<![CDATA[ The importance of patient screening can’t be overstated. In its simplest form, it involves asking patients about their symptoms prior to seeing them in a clinical setting. You can do this by interviewing the patient in person or over the phone, or having them fill out a form. When done properly,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-screening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-screening/IndustriesMon, 15 Jun 2020 17:50:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform You Can Book Me Doodle Setmore Engageware (formerly known as TimeTrade) SimplyBook.me Microsoft Bookings TimeTap Vocus.io OnceHub (formerly known as ScheduleOnce) HubSpot Sales Mixmax Scheduling calls and meetings can quickly become an administrative ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/calendly-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/calendly-alternatives/AdviceMon, 15 Jun 2020 17:31:04 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re a therapist, the more time you’re able to spend on billable hours can obviously help you grow your practice, especially if you’re in private practice. However, studies have found that psychologists spend an average of only 18.4 hours per week directly working with their clients and almo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/therapy-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/therapy-software/IndustriesFri, 12 Jun 2020 14:21:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’ve hired an entry-level worker or an industry veteran, they need to be trained for their new role and understand how to meet your specific expectations. Putting a new employee through an organized training process is essential to setting them up for success. In fact, one study shows ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-hire-training/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-hire-training/AdviceFri, 12 Jun 2020 14:14:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Electronic medical record (EMR) and electronic health record (EHR) software was already widely used before the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the global EMR and EHR market is expected to expand even more beyond $42 billion by 2027, a 5.82 percent growth rate, in part due to the pandemic. EMRs and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ehr-vs-emr/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ehr-vs-emr/IndustriesThu, 11 Jun 2020 15:35:19 +0000<![CDATA[ To say that telehealth the practice of using electronic communications and technology to provide health service is booming would be an understatement. Even before the coronavirus pandemic hit, online searches for telemedicine and telehealth increased by about 25 percent in 2018 and 2019. Of co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telehealth-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telehealth-program/IndustriesThu, 11 Jun 2020 15:16:22 +0000<![CDATA[ The trend toward remote work was already well established before the COVID-19 pandemic pushed companies to use distributed teams. In recent years, workers of all ages have gravitated toward jobs that offer this flexibility. The increasing difficulty managers face in recruiting talent is also mak...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/successful-virtual-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/successful-virtual-teams/AdviceThu, 11 Jun 2020 13:43:20 +0000<![CDATA[ More and more medical care has been delivered through remote methods in the past few years. Between 2018 and early 2020, the number of healthcare providers using telemedicine nearly doubled to 41 percent of providers surveyed. During the COVID-19 pandemic, in particular, that number surged. One vir...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-healthcare/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-healthcare/IndustriesWed, 10 Jun 2020 12:42:13 +0000<![CDATA[ In theory, healthcare organizations will provide clear and thorough informed consent documents for their patients to sign. But in practice, one study found that the average quality score of an informed consent document on a scale of 0–20 ranges from 0.6 to 10.8. Clearly, there’s room for improve...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/implied-consent-vs-informed-consent/https://www.jotform.com/blog/implied-consent-vs-informed-consent/IndustriesWed, 10 Jun 2020 12:11:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Business leaders are constantly looking for ways to improve employee engagement in order to raise productivity and keep turnover low. While many of these leaders focus on retaining veteran employees, HR professionals say long-term retention begins with the onboarding process. This should come as...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/onboarding-video/https://www.jotform.com/blog/onboarding-video/AdviceWed, 10 Jun 2020 12:08:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform’s HCAHPS surveys Jotform’s patient feedback form Jotform’s patient satisfaction survey BDPT HHS patient satisfaction survey SafetyCulture According to a U.S. National Library of Medicine white paper on the importance of patient satisfaction, “Patient satisfaction affects...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-satisfaction-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-satisfaction-survey/IndustriesTue, 09 Jun 2020 17:55:04 +0000<![CDATA[ In January 2013, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) got an important update: the HIPAA Omnibus Rule. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) implemented this rule to update the privacy and security protections in HIPAA, which was passed in 1996, before th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/omnibus-rule/https://www.jotform.com/blog/omnibus-rule/IndustriesTue, 09 Jun 2020 17:11:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Selling food online is part of the “new normal” for restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, grocery stores, farms, and more in the COVID-19 pandemic. But getting started isn’t easy, and there’s a learning curve for organizations that have never done it before. That’s why we’ve put together 6 pro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sell-food-online-using-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sell-food-online-using-jotform/ProductTue, 09 Jun 2020 06:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Some businesses don’t stay small forever. At some point, you may want to attract customers from other countries and meet the needs of 21st-century buyers, who rely on an array of digital wallet services to make payments online. JotForm’s integration with PayPal Commerce Platform can help you ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-paypal-commerce-platform-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-paypal-commerce-platform-integration/IndustriesMon, 08 Jun 2020 07:41:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Providing a wide range of choices in your online store can be good for business but bad for customers.  There’s a good chance they don’t want to scroll through the list of products you’re selling, read multiple product descriptions, and go through the process of elimination on their own. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-search-tool-order-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-search-tool-order-forms/IndustriesMon, 08 Jun 2020 07:25:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Regardless of what type of medicine you practice, collecting patient bill payments can be a touchy subject. The issue isn’t finding the easiest way for you to collect money but the easiest way for your patients to make a payment. Take mail-in payments, for example. They might work for you, but m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-bill-payments-using-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-bill-payments-using-jotform/IndustriesMon, 08 Jun 2020 06:27:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Who doesn’t like having options? Life is full of tough choices, and finding exactly what you need is always rewarding. Until now, JotForm users had only one way to connect a payment processor integration with their online order forms, payment forms, e-commerce forms, or credit card forms. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-product-list-form-field/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-product-list-form-field/ProductMon, 08 Jun 2020 06:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Everyone needs a helping hand sometimes. And for millions of people across the globe, the COVID-19 pandemic has been one of those times. Over the past few months, businesses have shuttered and billions of people have stayed at home to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus that causes CO...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donation-forms-during-covid-19/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donation-forms-during-covid-19/AdviceMon, 08 Jun 2020 06:15:03 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm’s new card view feature makes the products you’re selling through your forms more visible and vibrant.  Now your products can be listed in columns of two or three, so that customers can see more products without having to scroll down the page. The images are also larger, giving your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/card-view-display-for-product-order-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/card-view-display-for-product-order-forms/IndustriesMon, 08 Jun 2020 06:03:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Balancing the needs of your customers with those of your business is no easy task.  Selling products that are useful, helpful, unique, or in demand is important, but you also need to generate enough revenue to keep your business in tip-top shape. Although you don’t have to be an accounti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/minimum-amounts-on-online-orders/https://www.jotform.com/blog/minimum-amounts-on-online-orders/IndustriesMon, 08 Jun 2020 05:14:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When someone talks about creating a paper trail or looking for one, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? If you’re thinking reams of documents shoved into folders, stacked atop one another, or shoved into file cabinets, your vision may not be too far from reality. JotForm’s invoice gene...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-invoice/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-invoice/ProductMon, 08 Jun 2020 01:24:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The pandemic has been tremendously challenging for business owners. Without customers, some have been forced to fold. Others have managed to pivot in order to meet new and evolving demands. A whiskey distillery started making hand sanitizer. A man from the UK invented a hands-free door handle. B...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-launch-lower-risk/https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-launch-lower-risk/BackstageSat, 06 Jun 2020 18:44:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Remote work has gained a lot of traction since the COVID-19 pandemic struck. Approximately 66 percent of U.S. employees began working remotely at least once per week, compared to the pre-pandemic 7 percent who were permitted to work remotely, including working from home. With the adjustments tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/remote-work/https://www.jotform.com/remote-work/GuidesFri, 05 Jun 2020 16:45:06 +0000<![CDATA[ If you offer lots of product types on your order forms, we’ve got good news for you. JotForm’s new categorization feature allows you to break up what you’re selling into categories on your form.  Not only does this make your form look better, but it also makes it far easier for your custome...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-categories-for-order-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-categories-for-order-forms/ProductFri, 05 Jun 2020 10:57:00 +0000<![CDATA[ In March, we wrote a blog post that highlighted how Jotformers were responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Since then, the situation has affected different parts of the world in different ways. Some areas are getting better, some are about the same, and some are taking a turn for the worse. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotformers-helping-during-covid-19/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotformers-helping-during-covid-19/Customer StoriesFri, 05 Jun 2020 10:27:21 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve already told you about Alessandra Torre, the famous bestselling novelist who hails from Key West, Florida. But did you know she’s also Alessandra Torre, the conference organizer?  Inkers Con Author Conference is held every year to help educate established and aspiring authors on every...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-conference-organization-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-conference-organization-with-jotform/Customer StoriesFri, 05 Jun 2020 08:10:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Kareo MedicsPremier ProviderSuite by PracticeAdmin DrChrono Medical bills with errors which represent up to 80 percent of all medical bills according to some estimates are a significant problem for medical practices. But using the right software can help reduce the numb...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-based-medical-billing-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-based-medical-billing-software/IndustriesThu, 04 Jun 2020 20:46:20 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic prompted a huge increase in telemedicine visits, but the reopening of clinics doesn’t mean the virtual model will be going offline. Hospitals have seen a surge in virtual visits this spring. From March 15 to April 27, 2019, Mount Carmel Health System in Ohio had 19 virtual hea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-clinic/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-clinic/IndustriesThu, 04 Jun 2020 20:34:55 +0000<![CDATA[ According to a 2019 survey by the Journal of the American College of Radiology (JACR), more than 77 percent of medical practices use teleradiology.  Teleradiology applies the principle of telemedicine the distribution of healthcare services and information via telecommunications technology...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teleradiology/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teleradiology/IndustriesWed, 03 Jun 2020 20:28:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), anyone who handles patient information is required to keep that information private and safe. While HIPAA is most commonly known as a mandate for electronic data privacy, it also encompasses policies for broader issues such as p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-square-hipaa-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-square-hipaa-compliant/IndustriesWed, 03 Jun 2020 20:24:46 +0000<![CDATA[ A researcher needs to analyze how an Ebola patient’s geographic location impacts their prognosis. A hospital administrator wants to compare older patients’ recovery rates to the national average. Both of these studies face the same problem: The data they need is protected. HIPAA requires that HI...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/limited-data-set-in-hipaa/https://www.jotform.com/blog/limited-data-set-in-hipaa/IndustriesTue, 02 Jun 2020 15:33:32 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/NkodSiXcFLQ The meaningful connections and conversations you have as a small business owner help you build a network of people who may become customers, employees (or contractors), investors, or sources of new opportunities. Those new connections and conversations build trust ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-networking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-networking/AdviceMon, 01 Jun 2020 18:30:15 +0000<![CDATA[ With the blurred boundaries between home and work, it’s no surprise that many of us are suffering from what experts call time famine: the feeling of having too much to do and not enough time to do it. The keyword here is feeling: there are still 168 hours each week, but because of our time manageme...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-famine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-famine/BackstageMon, 01 Jun 2020 11:19:36 +0000<![CDATA[ By mid-March 2020, two weeks into stay-at-home orders for a lot of areas, 67 percent of employers had started actively setting up policies to support their new remote employees. Many of them were new to this, which illustrated how important it is for employers to provide a work-from-home setup that...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-setup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-setup/AdviceSun, 31 May 2020 11:14:39 +0000<![CDATA[ All industries and services face market competition, and that includes hospitals. But how do hospitals stand out? They rely on Hospital Compare star ratings, which are based on Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey results. The HCAHPS star ratings help...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hcahps-star-ratings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hcahps-star-ratings/IndustriesSun, 31 May 2020 11:05:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Remote Desktop RemotePC Chrome Remote Desktop Zoho Assist LogMeIn Pro When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the number of employers making remote work options available to their employees soared from 39 percent in mid March 2020 to 57 percent by the end of the month. Since the beginnin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-access-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-access-tools/AdviceSun, 31 May 2020 10:21:55 +0000<![CDATA[ For years, employees have extolled the virtues of working remotely. While some managers have embraced remote teams, be they across town, in a different time zone, or across an ocean, others have been hesitant to allow remote work.  But the global coronavirus pandemic has forced businesses o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/distributed-workforce/https://www.jotform.com/blog/distributed-workforce/AdviceSun, 31 May 2020 10:09:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Contactless payment methods have been steadily growing over the past few years due to their convenience, speed, and security. Businesses of all types can benefit from adding (or switching to) contactless payments to meet consumer demand. In this post, you'll learn more about contactless payments an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactless-payment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/contactless-payment/IndustriesSun, 31 May 2020 10:03:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Shortly after discharge from the hospital, patients are asked a series of questions about their experience. This is known as the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey. Some 4,000 U.S. hospitals participate in the surveys each year, gathering about 3 millio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hcahps-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hcahps-survey-questions/IndustriesFri, 29 May 2020 18:13:08 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/nHw8HWqqVtc The past few years, COVID-19 and social distancing have kept restaurant patrons at home, so consumers have spent a good chunk of change on off-premises orders by using delivery, carry-out, and drive-through services. In fact, the average American spent $67 per week...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-food-delivery-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-a-food-delivery-business/AdviceFri, 29 May 2020 17:54:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Hospitals are always looking for ways to improve the patient experience. One way to do this is through a survey program created by the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS). HCAHPS surveys monitor hospital standards across the U.S. and provide consumers with crit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-hcahps-scores/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-improve-hcahps-scores/IndustriesFri, 29 May 2020 12:43:07 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/oY-w-0JYwz0 When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, healthcare providers had to find a way to deliver care to their patients. Telehealth proved to be a great way to triage and, in some cases, diagnose issues from afar. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recogniz...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telehealth-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telehealth-best-practices/IndustriesFri, 29 May 2020 12:13:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Donut WorkBright BambooHR Collage Gusto ClearCompany SuitePeople Today, most business processes can be improved with technology, and employee onboarding is no different. Even though onboarding is a people-focused process, the right technology can help, as evidenced by the fact ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-onboarding-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-onboarding-software/AdviceFri, 29 May 2020 07:09:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Real estate agents are continuing to adapt to evolving market trends, with many embracing virtual tours as a powerful tool to connect with buyers and streamline the home-buying process. Virtual tours have proven to be more than just a temporary solution; they are now an integral part of the real...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-virtual-tour-for-real-estate/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-virtual-tour-for-real-estate/AdviceThu, 28 May 2020 16:59:44 +0000<![CDATA[ A pivotal role in business “Proficient in Excel” is a common skill reported on resumes. And while many feel confident in their ability to navigate Excel, there’s a lot beyond the rows, columns, and simple mathematics that beginners are accustomed to using. Most businesses use Excel for a rang...]]>https://www.jotform.com/microsoft-excel-tutorial/https://www.jotform.com/microsoft-excel-tutorial/GuidesThu, 28 May 2020 13:31:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Create customer service protocols Create a welcoming environment Use simple tech solutions for seamless service Foster teamwork and camaraderie Set growth goals for the practice and its team Why are some dental practices in hot demand while others struggle to stay in business? ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dental-practice-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dental-practice-management/IndustriesWed, 27 May 2020 14:24:54 +0000<![CDATA[ In the remote work environment precipitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, online meetings held through video conferencing software have become the norm. From schools to businesses, everyone is using solutions like Zoom to host meetings for collaborative projects, instruction, training, and events. A...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/rsvp-to-a-zoom-meeting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/rsvp-to-a-zoom-meeting/AdviceWed, 27 May 2020 14:11:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Remote work is quickly becoming the accepted way to do business as the COVID-19 pandemic has involuntarily forced millions of employees around the world to work from home. For some, working remotely was already the norm, but no one could have predicted the sharp increase in remote work that has occ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-remote-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-remote-work/IndustriesWed, 27 May 2020 12:20:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Engaged employees are typically stellar employees. They’re the best performers in the company; they evangelize your business to customers, family, and friends; and they set a positive example for their coworkers. They’re exactly the kind of people you want on your team. On the other hand, diseng...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-engagement-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-engagement-survey-questions/AdviceTue, 26 May 2020 15:08:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether your office has recently gone remote or you’re considering making the change yourself, you should weigh the pros and cons of each work style. In this post, we’ll cover the good and not so good of both working from home and in the office, and offer some practical tips to help you maximize...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/working-from-home-vs-office/https://www.jotform.com/blog/working-from-home-vs-office/AdviceTue, 26 May 2020 14:20:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign: Best for: easy, drag-and-drop e-sign document creation PandaDoc: Best for: organizations managing a high volume of electronic signature documents Docusign: Best for: organizations looking ZorroSign: Best for: companies that want to prioritize security airSlate SignNow: B...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/hellosign-alternatives/AdviceTue, 26 May 2020 14:07:30 +0000<![CDATA[ As researchers investigate potential treatments for COVID-19, they’re running into an unexpected problem their electronic health record (EHR) systems. Hospitals adopted EHR systems so they could easily collect and share information with other healthcare providers. However, physicians are having...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/electronic-health-records-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/electronic-health-records-software/IndustriesMon, 25 May 2020 11:46:34 +0000<![CDATA[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iICl71HLllA Most webinars are free, but in certain situations, it makes sense to charge for them. In this post, we’ll discuss when you should consider hosting paid webinars and how to use JotForm and payment processors like PayPal to collect payment. Why host...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-charge-for-a-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-charge-for-a-webinar/AdviceMon, 25 May 2020 11:40:40 +0000<![CDATA[ E-learning provides you with an opportunity to reach students anywhere and keep them engaged whether they’re on the other side of town or halfway around the world. Virtual classrooms as well as the video conferencing apps that make them possible transcend traditional barriers that required studen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/guide-to-online-quizzes-and-assignments/https://www.jotform.com/guide-to-online-quizzes-and-assignments/GuidesMon, 25 May 2020 11:05:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Churches depend on donations to survive, and right now they’re being squeezed. Many are facing a financial shortfall in the wake of the coronavirus, writes David Paulsen with Episcopal News Service. With no in-person worship, there’s no one adding to the collection plate. Church leaders across the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-church-donation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-church-donation/AdviceFri, 22 May 2020 19:49:24 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the biggest mistakes a company can make with content marketing is creating content that has no purpose. You should always have an end goal or call to action that you want your readers to take. Your call to action should also align with the stage of the content marketing funnel your reader...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-marketing-funnel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-marketing-funnel/AdviceFri, 22 May 2020 19:28:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Most people are familiar with routing numbers. They identify specific financial institutions in the U.S. and are needed when you’re dealing with funds transfers like direct deposits. Did you know there are different types of routing numbers, namely ABA and ACH? Let’s take a look at the two and thei...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/aba-vs-ach-routing-number/https://www.jotform.com/blog/aba-vs-ach-routing-number/IndustriesThu, 21 May 2020 13:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s no single right answer to this question because it depends on the type of survey. However, most surveys should take no more than 10 minutes to complete, and they should ideally take less than five minutes to complete. This means that your survey should have roughly 5–10 questions. De...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-many-questions-should-a-survey-have/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-many-questions-should-a-survey-have/AdviceThu, 21 May 2020 13:04:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As employers look to improve workplace culture, and find and retain top talent, many are considering implementing employee wellness programs. Why? In the short term, targeted wellness programs focusing on disease management for employees with chronic illnesses have an ROI of more than three time...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-wellness-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-wellness-program/AdviceThu, 21 May 2020 09:54:00 +0000<![CDATA[ For practicing Catholics, being able to confess sins is important  perhaps now more than ever. Many of us are reflecting on our own mortality at the moment, writes author and Benedictine oblate Elizabeth Scalia. And this makes us hungry to receive the sacrament. “When we are in fear for our...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-confession-absolution/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-confession-absolution/AdviceThu, 21 May 2020 08:51:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Official offer letter Welcome letter First-day instructions and agenda Benefits packet Employee handbook Confidentiality/nondisclosure agreement Company lingo cheat sheet Welcoming new talent to an organization can be exciting they bring fresh perspectives, new ideas, and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-hire-packet/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-hire-packet/AdviceThu, 21 May 2020 08:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Both businesses and consumers use the Automated Clearing House (ACH) payment network every day, often without realizing it. Typical ACH transactions include transferring money between bank accounts or scheduling an automated monthly withdrawal from your checking account to pay a recurring bill. The...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ach-transaction-types/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ach-transaction-types/AdviceWed, 20 May 2020 11:56:41 +0000<![CDATA[ As of 2020, more than half of website traffic came from a mobile device a striking increase from 2013 when mobile accounted for just over 16 percent of worldwide traffic. This giant uptick is the result of a critical mass of smartphone usage as well as the advancement of the cellular network te...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-responsive-web-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-responsive-web-design/AdviceWed, 20 May 2020 11:50:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Photographs are an essential part of marketing when you’re selling property, and the nicer the photos, the better. One analysis found the selling price of a real estate listing with higher-quality pictures could be anywhere from $934 to $116,076 more than for properties with poor-quality photos. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/real-estate-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/real-estate-photography/IndustriesWed, 20 May 2020 11:41:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Being financially responsible involves keeping track of a lot of numbers. And while we all would love the longest number to be our account balance, that’s not the case for most of us. The longest numbers we see on a check are usually ACH numbers or our account numbers. But how can you tell the diff...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ach-number-vs-account-number/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ach-number-vs-account-number/IndustriesTue, 19 May 2020 17:56:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Slack Trello Basecamp Toggl Dropbox Zoom Doodle Loom Brain.fm As many of us have shifted to working virtually over the last few weeks, we’ve no doubt had to make some adjustments. Now that we’re at home around the clock with pets, kids, spouses, and the constant te...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-apps/AdviceTue, 19 May 2020 17:45:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Pros and cons Distance learning offers distinct benefits over in-person education but also carries some drawbacks. Pro: More freedom for students and teachers, who can more easily access or offer classes without budgeting time and money to travel to an institution. Con: Students require se...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/distance-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/distance-learning/IndustriesTue, 19 May 2020 17:38:21 +0000<![CDATA[ The Automated Clearing House (ACH) is the backbone of the nation’s electronic payments system. ACH moves billions of dollars every day from one bank account to another, and from bank accounts to vendors, at a tiny cost per transaction. Most transactions clear within one business day. ACH transactio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ach-transaction-codes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ach-transaction-codes/IndustriesMon, 18 May 2020 17:16:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Though face-to-face interaction will certainly remain the preferred format, hosting an event online can significantly lower costs and logistical demands while simultaneously opening the event to a much wider audience. These benefits are likely to make online events a key option for event planners g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-host-an-online-event/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-host-an-online-event/AdviceMon, 18 May 2020 17:04:57 +0000<![CDATA[ If a significant source of your company’s revenue comes from events, you might be moving them online. In a recent survey of event planners, 70 percent said that they’ve transitioned their in-person events to either partially or entirely virtual events and they expect the practice to continue well ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collecting-webinar-payments-on-zoom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collecting-webinar-payments-on-zoom/AdviceMon, 18 May 2020 10:43:36 +0000<![CDATA[ The owners of small businesses like talking about payments. After all, payments represent money flowing in. Business owners get paid in many ways, including cash, checks, credit and debit cards, prepaid cards, and mobile wallets. ACH payments are one of the lesser-known payment methods, but this me...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ach-services-for-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ach-services-for-small-business/IndustriesFri, 15 May 2020 16:06:48 +0000<![CDATA[ The case for working remotely has been strong for years, but managers, worried productivity would decline if their teams worked from home, have stubbornly insisted employees commute to the office. That changed abruptly in March 2020 when the global COVID-19 pandemic left companies no choice but ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/challenges-of-working-remotely/https://www.jotform.com/blog/challenges-of-working-remotely/AdviceFri, 15 May 2020 15:51:47 +0000<![CDATA[ What’s the best way to use required fields on your forms? Many form builders might be inclined to make every question required. After all, if the question isn’t important, why ask it in the first place? But every form or survey needs to carefully balance collecting enough information to be usefu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-required-field/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-required-field/AdviceFri, 15 May 2020 15:38:28 +0000<![CDATA[ In the first two months of 2020, Zoom added 2.22 million monthly active users, and one of them might have been you. As the COVID-19 pandemic forced companies to cancel events and set up employees for remote work, Zoom became a popular way for coworkers and friends to stay in touch while observing s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-pricing/AdviceFri, 15 May 2020 15:31:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Webinar marketing is an effective way to reach an even larger audience for lead generation purposes than you can with an in-person conference or seminar. With the growing shift toward virtual events, webinars have become an essential tool for boosting sales. https://youtu.be/QNg4hlmjviA ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-marketing/AdviceFri, 15 May 2020 15:21:35 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/QhgdLb218KU First impressions are key. Experts say we size up a new acquaintance in 30 seconds to two minutes. Websites, which have become a critical customer entry point for businesses and nonprofits of every size, have even less time to make a first impression under a se...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-designer-vs-ux-designer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-designer-vs-ux-designer/AdviceFri, 15 May 2020 15:13:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Zoom had over 300 million daily meeting participants in April 2020. As an indicator of its massive recent growth, that number was just 10 million in December 2019. Zoom video conferences are likely to be a part of everyday work and personal life for quite some time, even after social distancing res...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-record-a-zoom-meeting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-record-a-zoom-meeting/AdviceThu, 14 May 2020 16:00:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Innovations in technology have opened up teaching opportunities around the world, making it possible to start a teaching career from the comfort of home. Whether you’re teaching English classes for students abroad or working as an online professor for an Ivy League university, being an online teach...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-teacher/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-teacher/IndustriesThu, 14 May 2020 12:45:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Zoom isn’t the only platform with a lot of users. Google’s G Suite, which includes Google Calendar, now has over 6 million paying business users one of which might be your company. But not everyone on G Suite is using Google’s Hangouts or Meet. If you’re scheduling a meeting with Zoom, you’ll p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-zoom-to-google-calendar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-zoom-to-google-calendar/AdviceThu, 14 May 2020 12:28:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Online preaching used to be reserved for the country’s megachurches. Now even the smallest churches can use technology to communicate with their congregations online. Here’s everything you need to know about how to use technology to deliver sermons online, stay in touch with congregants remotely...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-sermon/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-sermon/AdviceThu, 14 May 2020 12:02:13 +0000<![CDATA[ With most in-person events cancelled from classes to conferences and more event planners are looking for ways to present their content and possibly make up some lost revenue. One study found that nearly 70 percent of event planners moved their events online using a variety of platforms. One of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-webinar-vs-meeting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-webinar-vs-meeting/AdviceThu, 14 May 2020 11:44:07 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically altered the events industry. One study found that 87 percent of event planners have canceled events and 66 percent have postponed them due to the pandemic. However, 70 percent have moved their face-to-face events to virtual platforms, and organizers say they ca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-webinar-registration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-webinar-registration/AdviceThu, 14 May 2020 08:51:36 +0000<![CDATA[ The global coronavirus pandemic has left us with an unstable economy, and it’s more important than ever to make sure your nonprofit’s finances are in order. In response to COVID-19, your organization may be concerned about donor retention, paying staff salaries, and maybe even just keeping the ligh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/boost-nonprofit-finance/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/boost-nonprofit-finance/IndustriesWed, 13 May 2020 20:31:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Consulting a patient’s medical record is the first step to providing great care. In just a few pages, healthcare workers can see prior procedures, conditions the patient has been diagnosed with, and past symptoms. All of this information creates a timeline of what a patient has been through and hel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-long-to-keep-medical-records/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-long-to-keep-medical-records/Latest ArticlesWed, 13 May 2020 20:21:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Now more than ever, you need your customers. But they need you, too. Like you, they may be facing new challenges in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. As the weeks pass, they may be feeling the strain of staying at home and practicing physical distancing, even in places that are loosening restri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stay-connected-to-customers-during-covid-19/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stay-connected-to-customers-during-covid-19/AdviceWed, 13 May 2020 17:36:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Before COVID-19 hit, the option of working from home was available to only 7 percent of the U.S. workforce, mostly highly paid white collar workers. That percentage has increased more than nine-fold to 66 percent of employees in the weeks since the pandemic barred everyone not designated an essenti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/work-from-home-guide/https://www.jotform.com/work-from-home-guide/GuidesWed, 13 May 2020 12:38:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform HubSpot Meetings WebEx Lucid Meetings Trello Stratsys Meetings Less Meeting Work has changed dramatically over the past few months. With the onset of COVID-19, professionals have been forced to immediately adjust where and how they work, including what tools they us...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/meeting-management-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/meeting-management-tools/AdviceTue, 12 May 2020 20:08:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Instasize Made Adobe Lightroom Photoshop Express Snapseed VSCO Adobe Express Photofy Canva PicsArt In a world that’s constantly in a state of flux, content needs to be both digestible and timely. And for content creators, that means staying up to date with what to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/photo-editing-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/photo-editing-apps/AdviceTue, 12 May 2020 19:54:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Webflow WordPress.org Wix Weebly Squarespace Photoshop Sketch Figma Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Most successful website designers have favorite software tools that they turn to again and again. But with so many options and the suite of services changing all t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-web-design-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-web-design-software/AdviceTue, 12 May 2020 19:42:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Connect Research Develop Train Pivot Even with the promise that pandemic restrictions will be lifted in the coming weeks, people have a lot of time on their hands. That’s also true for many companies that are experiencing a slowdown as they wait for their communities to reopen for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/covid-19-advices-for-businesses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/covid-19-advices-for-businesses/AdviceTue, 12 May 2020 14:07:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Virtual assistant Translator Transcriptionist Tutor Proofreader Call center or customer service representative Web developer or web designer Writer/copywriter Social media manager https://youtu.be/cGesA37zkzc The world of work saw a huge upheaval when the COVID-1...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-work-from-home-jobs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-work-from-home-jobs/AdviceMon, 11 May 2020 19:30:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Online internships offer an opportunity for students to get real-world business experience without spending each day in the office. If you’re looking for a cost-effective way to work with interns, a virtual intern program might be the right solution. Not only will you add value to your company by b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-internship/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-internship/AdviceMon, 11 May 2020 14:07:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Despite the fact that the majority of employees are working from home right now  around 62%, according to Gallup  now might actually be the best time to implement a new ritual of regular coffee breaks with your team. At the office, coffee breaks tend to be spontaneous  you swing by a colleague’s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-coffee-breaks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-coffee-breaks/BackstageMon, 11 May 2020 13:51:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform’s new Zoom integration is up and running! You can now automatically schedule meetings and add attendees to Zoom via meeting request forms or webinar registration form submissions. It’s handy for managing online meetings, webinars, telehealth appointments, and even virtual happy hours. Bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-backgrounds-for-zoom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-backgrounds-for-zoom/ProductMon, 11 May 2020 07:42:36 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s no denying the increasing popularity of Zoom during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly 300 million people participate in Zoom meetings each day. If you haven’t already created your own Zoom meeting, you’ll probably need to do so sooner rather than later. The meeting could be to get your colle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-a-zoom-meeting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-a-zoom-meeting/AdviceMon, 11 May 2020 07:37:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Purchase a Zoom webinar license. Establish your Zoom video webinar details. Set up your webinar registration. Finalize settings and open registration. Set up relevant co-hosts. Hold practice sessions. With more people working from home, businesses, organizations, and even gove...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-host-a-webinar-on-zoom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-host-a-webinar-on-zoom/ProductMon, 11 May 2020 06:10:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Staying connected and engaged with the world around us is part of being human. But getting everyone in the same room can be challenging when you live across the country or halfway around the world. While nothing can replace interacting with people in real life, Zoom’s video conferencing capab...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-zoom-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-zoom-integration/ProductFri, 08 May 2020 15:15:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Tableau Highcharts Dash by Plotly FineReport RAWGraphs Modest Maps ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-visualization-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-visualization-tools/AdviceFri, 08 May 2020 14:48:09 +0000<![CDATA[ By 2025, the online learning market will hit over $157.7 billion and that prediction was made before the COVID-19 pandemic. Now many institutions, from elementary schools all the way to universities, have made classes available online for students to finish the semester. Platforms like Coursera ha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-learning-vs-traditional-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-learning-vs-traditional-learning/IndustriesFri, 08 May 2020 14:40:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As many managers are now finding out, remote teams have an entirely different dynamic than onsite teams and that presents a whole new set of management challenges. How do you keep up team morale, ensure the important work is getting done, and keep everyone on the same page when you aren’t together...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-manager/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-manager/AdviceThu, 07 May 2020 18:52:15 +0000<![CDATA[ In an ever-changing business environment, terms like “telework” and “remote work” are becoming an important part of our daily conversations. Most of us understand what they imply, but in day-to-day practice, what do they really mean? According to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telework/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telework/AdviceThu, 07 May 2020 18:40:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many brick-and-mortar businesses have been forced to get more acquainted with the digital world. The good news is, there’s room for everyone. The bad news? If you’re a small business that relies on the telephone, and your toe in the internet pool is sending coupons...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/starting-an-online-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/starting-an-online-business/AdviceThu, 07 May 2020 18:26:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Slack Google Workspace Workplace from Meta Flock Webex by Cisco Zoom Chanty Ever since Microsoft launched Teams as a chat tool within the Office 365 platform in 2017, it has rapidly expanded both its functionality and user base. Microsoft Teams is now considered one of the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-alternative/AdviceWed, 06 May 2020 18:48:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies had fully remote teams. In fact, according to GlobalWorkplaceAnalytics.com, 5 million employees, or 3.6 percent of the employee workforce in the U.S., worked at home half-time or more before the crisis. Other companies have been forced to adopt r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/reasons-to-work-from-home/https://www.jotform.com/blog/reasons-to-work-from-home/AdviceWed, 06 May 2020 18:43:05 +0000<![CDATA[ In March 2020, a medical practice in Utah paid out a $100,000 settlement for a HIPAA violation. The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) found that the practice didn’t conduct a risk analysis report after a breach from one of the practice’s business associates. By failing to create a report, the practic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/personally-identifiable-information-hipaa/https://www.jotform.com/blog/personally-identifiable-information-hipaa/IndustriesWed, 06 May 2020 18:37:25 +0000<![CDATA[ The Covid-19 pandemic is wreaking havoc across the globe, but it’s not just people’s physical health that’s imperiled: Our mental wellbeing, too, has taken a major hit in recent, difficult weeks. Around 35 percent of Americans say their mental health has declined in the week leading up to March ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/emotional-wellbeing-coronavirus/https://www.jotform.com/blog/emotional-wellbeing-coronavirus/BackstageWed, 06 May 2020 11:21:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Virtual events are nothing new. Online communities have been throwing virtual events since the late 1990s. While virtual events can’t replace every element of a large, in-person event, they have a lot of benefits, from being cheaper to run to allowing people to participate from anywhere in the w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-event-guide/https://www.jotform.com/blog/virtual-event-guide/AdviceTue, 05 May 2020 11:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Building an online form or creating a survey that yields the information you seek requires a lot of thought. How much information should you ask for? How many questions will people actually answer? How detailed should each question be? The answer to each one of those questions comes with its own...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/yes-or-no-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/yes-or-no-questions/AdviceTue, 05 May 2020 10:39:00 +0000<![CDATA[ User-generated content Video content creation Quality, not quantity Increased voice searches Content marketing remains one of the most important tools in any digital marketer’s arsenal. According to HubSpot, 70 percent of marketers are actively investing in content marketing. And it...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-marketing-trends/https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-marketing-trends/AdviceTue, 05 May 2020 10:33:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Luma Health NextGen Healthcare Skedulo Practice Suite AdvancedMD Medical offices often have operational inefficiencies, but few have as big an impact as poor scheduling practices and patients who fail to show up for their appointments. These types of inefficiencies add...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-appointment-scheduling-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-appointment-scheduling-software/IndustriesMon, 04 May 2020 20:33:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Slack Microsoft Teams TeamSpeak Zulip Zoho Cliq When gamers want to organize a new multiplayer session or talk tactics on the digital battlefield, they use Discord. But this app is more than a simple chat client. Discord blends text, voice, and video connections into a streaml...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/discord-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/discord-alternative/AdviceMon, 04 May 2020 20:27:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Many U.S. small businesses didn’t get a piece of the original financial assistance package from the first coronavirus relief bill (the CARES Act). The funding went quickly, leaving many of the country’s small business owners still struggling to stay afloat. As time passed and closure mandates began...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stimulus-bill-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stimulus-bill-small-business/AdviceMon, 04 May 2020 18:03:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Business activity monitoring (BAM) is the part of business process management that uses technology to monitor business activity. BAM software provides dashboards that you can use to monitor business processes, key performance indicators (KPIs), and service level agreements (SLAs) in real time. B...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-activity-monitoring/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-activity-monitoring/AdviceFri, 01 May 2020 16:29:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re looking for a plan for business as usual, you’ll find plenty. What COVID-19 has taught companies of all sizes is the need for smart, strategic plans for business during unusual times. While sheltering in place is currently viewed as a temporary disruption, it may become the new norm. H...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-continuity-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-continuity-plan/AdviceFri, 01 May 2020 16:17:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Even before the 2020 coronavirus pandemic shuttered restaurant dining rooms across the globe, food delivery was on the rise. In early 2019, analysts projected that food sales by delivery would grow at three times the rate of dine-in payments through 2023. Those analysts couldn’t have foreseen th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-deliver-food/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-deliver-food/AdviceThu, 30 Apr 2020 17:03:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Thanks to the internet, it has never been easier or cheaper to learn something new. Whatever you want to learn, there’s at least one online learning resource teaching it. Often, you’ll have dozens of courses to choose from. The quality of the teaching has never been higher, either. Online educat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-learning-resources/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-learning-resources/IndustriesThu, 30 Apr 2020 16:52:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Working on a remote team has many advantages. Employees have much more flexible schedules, they don’t have to commute, and nobody worries about a dress code. However, remote teams must be managed correctly to foster team collaboration, avoid siloed departments, and keep team members from feeling is...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-team-building-activity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-team-building-activity/AdviceThu, 30 Apr 2020 16:45:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand the goals for your organization’s work-from-home program Creating a temporary program Creating a permanent work-from-home program Be flexible while you transition The COVID-19 pandemic, which swept the globe, forced many organizations to implement a work-from-home program...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-programme/https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-programme/AdviceThu, 30 Apr 2020 13:07:48 +0000<![CDATA[ The current statistics about spikes in unemployment and financial struggles for many businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic paint a bleak picture. However, some businesses are thriving during this time even those that aren’t considered essential. To sustain your company during this dramatic ec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-success-during-covid-19/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-success-during-covid-19/AdviceThu, 30 Apr 2020 12:52:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Due to the coronavirus pandemic and a huge increase in the number of people working remotely, the use of collaboration workspaces like Microsoft Teams and Slack has exploded. In the third week of March 2020, Microsoft Teams, as part of Office 365, had 44 million daily users, a figure that grew b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-vs-slack/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-teams-vs-slack/AdviceThu, 30 Apr 2020 12:29:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re experiencing remote work for the first time in an effort to practice social distancing or you’ve been working remotely for years, there are many advantages to working from home. In this post, we’re looking at eight of the top benefits of working from home and how they can help you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-working-remotely/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-working-remotely/AdviceThu, 30 Apr 2020 12:10:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Zoom Google Hangouts Meet Microsoft Teams GoToMeeting Join.me BlueJeans Cisco Webex Meetings Zoho Meeting Slack Owl Labs Meeting Owl Video conferencing has experienced steady growth over the past decade, becoming an essential tool for connecting remote workers and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-conferencing-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-conferencing-tools/AdviceThu, 30 Apr 2020 11:53:30 +0000<![CDATA[ As a small business owner, you are most likely accustomed to working with your staff in an office where you physically interact each day. Even if you offer flex-time or telecommuting options, you most likely haven’t led your entire team on a remote basis. However, during the current pandemic, mo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-lead-remotely/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-lead-remotely/AdviceWed, 29 Apr 2020 12:49:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Grubhub Postmates EatStreet Uber Eats DoorDash promises restaurant owners access to new audiences, a profit margin of up to 60 percent, and a customer-pleasing average delivery time of 37 minutes. But the service remains unavailable to 20 percent of U.S. consumers, and not every mer...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/doordash-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/doordash-alternatives/AdviceWed, 29 Apr 2020 12:37:31 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/Cwe0RBtshtg Working from home sounds like a dream. Wear whatever you want, no commuting to an office every day, do your laundry on breaks, and still get full pay and benefits. What’s not to like? For one thing, working from home is still work. You still have a boss, and the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/disadvantages-of-working-from-home/https://www.jotform.com/blog/disadvantages-of-working-from-home/AdviceWed, 29 Apr 2020 12:26:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Thinking of starting an online business but not entirely sure what you want to do? The good news is, there are plenty of options. You can sell your own goods, curate items and create an online boutique, build an online app, or something totally different. One thing’s for sure the marketplace is...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/successful-online-businesses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/successful-online-businesses/AdviceWed, 29 Apr 2020 12:12:51 +0000<![CDATA[ As you evaluate different workflow software automation solutions, you’ll come across two big contenders: Pipedrive and HubSpot. Both fall into the category of customer relationship management (CRM) software, and they’re both geared toward small businesses. But they’re not interchangeable, and each ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pipedrive-vs-hubspot/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pipedrive-vs-hubspot/AdviceWed, 29 Apr 2020 11:11:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Zoom Skype Microsoft Teams GoToMeeting Logitech C920S HD Webcam Logitech HD Webcam C615 Razer Kiyo Webcam Jabra Speak 510 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Google Jamboard Zoom LiveTrak L-8 Podcast Digital Mixer and Recorder Blue Yeti USB microphone ATR2100-USB mic AT...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-video-conferencing-equipment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-video-conferencing-equipment/AdviceWed, 29 Apr 2020 10:51:26 +0000<![CDATA[ According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 61 million adults, or 26 percent of the population, have some kind of disability. Of those, 5.9 percent are deaf or hard of hearing, and 4.6 percent are blind or visually impaired, even with corrective lenses. Many of these people are turning...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-course-accessibility/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-course-accessibility/IndustriesWed, 29 Apr 2020 10:43:07 +0000<![CDATA[ You may think your small business plan is strictly for the launch stage or the first year of business. But it can actually be more effective as a long-term document that addresses each stage of your business growth. Although you may not have all the details related to the future stages of your b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/align-your-business-plan-with-each-stage-of-growth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/align-your-business-plan-with-each-stage-of-growth/AdviceWed, 29 Apr 2020 09:01:17 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s hard enough for leaders to keep each team member aligned with the business’s goals and engaged when everyone’s working in the same office. It’s even harder when your team is suddenly working from their homes. Remote-first teams succeed or fail based on how well they communicate with each ot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-communication/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-communication/AdviceWed, 29 Apr 2020 08:26:21 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/FImBZBTK3BE We’re living in a new reality one where online onboarding and training for new employees is no longer simply a perk offered to lure new talent or a tool used by tech-savvy companies, but a collective “new normal.” While many companies have instituted a hiring f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-onboarding-and-training/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-onboarding-and-training/AdviceWed, 29 Apr 2020 07:58:20 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic has had a massive impact on the restaurant industry. In fact, 80 percent of independent restaurants don’t think they’ll survive. To combat the situation, many restaurants are beginning to offer delivery. Thankfully, this isn’t as difficult as you might expect. With the adve...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-delivery-during-covid-19/https://www.jotform.com/blog/restaurant-delivery-during-covid-19/AdviceTue, 28 Apr 2020 17:15:31 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/l3iBGEq44sE For years, companies have regarded a work-from-home policy as optional. But mandatory stay-at-home orders around the country have made a strong work-from-home policy something every employer needs right away. A work-from-home policy ensures your organization fun...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-policy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-from-home-policy/AdviceTue, 28 Apr 2020 17:09:49 +0000<![CDATA[ DoorDash Grubhubs Caviar Postmates delivery.com Is there anything better than a good meal? What about a good meal delivered right to your door? Since launching in 2014, Uber Eats has become one of the most popular delivery services for eating in. But sometimes you need options...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/uber-eats-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/uber-eats-alternative/AdviceTue, 28 Apr 2020 16:11:38 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/dF-gRGJod1g Do you know how your patients feel about your medical practice? Do they feel like they’re getting the best care possible? If you don’t know the answers to these questions, you’re missing out on a crucial opportunity to improve your practice. Find out what your pati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-satisfaction-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-satisfaction-survey-questions/IndustriesTue, 28 Apr 2020 16:02:43 +0000<![CDATA[ When was the last time you thought, “I really want to sit in a waiting room today?” Probably never. Yet this is an inescapable part of most doctor’s visits. Thankfully, technology is changing the way we interact with hospitals, doctors, and therapists. Advances have made it possible to visit the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-pros-and-cons/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-pros-and-cons/IndustriesTue, 28 Apr 2020 15:46:39 +0000<![CDATA[ During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) relaxed its enforcement of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to allow providers to use consumer-grade video conferencing tools. But this temporary waiver doesn’t mean other ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-risk-assessment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-risk-assessment/IndustriesTue, 28 Apr 2020 15:41:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Social media is an incredibly powerful tool for brands, with 73 percent of marketers saying that it has been effective for their business. But with great power comes great responsibility, which is why it’s important to know how to use social media the right way. Given that nearly 3 billion peopl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-brand-strategy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-brand-strategy/AdviceTue, 28 Apr 2020 15:34:36 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/zzvRZYMRWao Not all challenges are the same for every small business, but there are some common obstacles that hit a business when it goes through the five stages in the business model life cycle. Knowing these challenges can help business owners like you maintain cash flow...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/key-challenges-through-the-business-life-cycle/https://www.jotform.com/blog/key-challenges-through-the-business-life-cycle/AdviceTue, 28 Apr 2020 15:08:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Annabel Maw: Hey everyone. Thanks so much for joining the webinar today Everything you need to know about JotForm’s Assign Forms feature. This is Annabel, and I’m super excited to be here today with you all to be present. So as some of you might know, JotForm actually launched the Assign Forms fea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/assign-forms-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/assign-forms-webinar/ProductTue, 28 Apr 2020 10:42:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Healthcare providers of all sizes have embraced telemedicine to treat patients during the coronavirus pandemic. The Cleveland Clinic, which averaged 3,400 virtual visits a month prior to the outbreak, logged more than 60,000 telemedicine visits in March. But the surge in telemedicine usage has give...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-billing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-billing/IndustriesMon, 27 Apr 2020 16:56:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Regardless of industry, most businesses have experienced the frustrations of managing a document workflow. After doing all the tedious editing that goes into creating a document, you print it out and mail it, or schedule an in-person meeting to get a client’s signature, only to have them request a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-e-signatures-eliminate-bottlenecks-in-your-document-workflows/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-e-signatures-eliminate-bottlenecks-in-your-document-workflows/AdviceMon, 27 Apr 2020 16:51:24 +0000<![CDATA[ When your business is thriving and growing, marketing may not be top of mind. You might be more focused on keeping up with business and ensuring customer satisfaction. But even in the growth stage of your business, you need to work on marketing specifically, how you can sustain and further expa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-market-during-the-growth-stage-of-your-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-market-during-the-growth-stage-of-your-business/AdviceMon, 27 Apr 2020 16:40:41 +0000<![CDATA[ As a doctor, you worry about your patients and staff. You want to make sure that your patients get the attention they need to follow through on their treatments and make a full recovery. You also worry about your staff when you’re not present. How will they get the support they need during an em...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-doctor-visit/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-doctor-visit/IndustriesMon, 27 Apr 2020 16:25:12 +0000<![CDATA[ With the rise of video conferencing, two tools have become go-to solutions for organizations and consumers alike: Zoom and Google Hangouts. (Note that Google will soon replace Google Hangouts with Google Chat.) Whether you’re working from home or just want to catch up with a friend, both tools a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-vs-google-hangouts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-vs-google-hangouts/AdviceMon, 27 Apr 2020 16:19:31 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s not every day that a company grows from 10 million daily users to 200 million daily users seemingly overnight. But this exponential growth happened to Zoom from December 2019 to March 2020. To put this growth into context, Zoom now has more daily active users than Twitter (145 million) and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-prevent-zoombombing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-prevent-zoombombing/AdviceMon, 27 Apr 2020 16:02:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Elon Musk is perhaps the best-known entrepreneur on the planet. He’s the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, among others. He’s reshaping how we use sustainable energy, and how and where we travel. When humans reach Mars, it will likely be thanks to his innovations. But Elon Musk wouldn’t be a household...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-of-novels/https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-of-novels/BackstageMon, 27 Apr 2020 11:31:09 +0000<![CDATA[ On Sunday, March 15, 2020, Governor J.B. Pritzker of Illinois ordered restaurants in his state to close their dining rooms in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. By the following Tuesday, Chicago’s Closed Loop Farms a microgreen grower that previously sold only to restaurants was accepting its fir...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sell-organic-food-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sell-organic-food-online/AdviceSun, 26 Apr 2020 18:14:23 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/fNZvu2R6wTs Online learning helps people of all ages further their education and knowledge. Whether it’s an SAT prep course for high school students or continuing education for adults, there are many ways that online learning can help people learn new skills. Online learnin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-online-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-online-learning/IndustriesSun, 26 Apr 2020 18:05:52 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm Dexcom Senseonics Medtronic Resideo LifeStream Philips CoachCare Many healthcare providers are turning to remote patient monitoring software to cope with the coronavirus pandemic. Catholic Health System Providence is using remote monitoring to keep more than 700 pat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-patient-monitoring-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remote-patient-monitoring-software/IndustriesSun, 26 Apr 2020 17:48:38 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/GbxdQdrBzok Canceling an event, regardless if small or large, is a worst-case scenario for event planners, even when there’s no other choice. In this post, we discuss how to cancel an event gracefully, and what event organizers can do to ameliorate the downsides of possible ca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-cancel-an-event/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-cancel-an-event/AdviceSun, 26 Apr 2020 17:28:31 +0000<![CDATA[ In an ideal world, every patient shows up on time and schedules are kept to the minute, but we don’t live in an ideal world. Some patients run a few minutes behind, others call frantically with a medical emergency that requires immediate attention. And of course, there are some patients who simply ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-schedule-patients-effectively/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-schedule-patients-effectively/IndustriesFri, 24 Apr 2020 15:44:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Medical error is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. An error can be made in planning patient care, in failing to follow the plan, or because the healthcare professional didn’t have all the information necessary to treat the patient. One of the most effective strategies for avoiding medica...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-data-collection/IndustriesFri, 24 Apr 2020 15:24:27 +0000<![CDATA[ The popularity of telemedicine was on the rise even before the coronavirus pandemic struck. Online searches for telemedicine saw a nearly 25 percent increase between 2018 and 2019, reflecting its growing acceptance in the healthcare sector. As of March 2020, 41 percent of healthcare providers repor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-telemedicine/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-telemedicine/GuidesFri, 24 Apr 2020 10:27:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The coronavirus has changed a lot of things in a very short period of time: how we work, shop, and connect with friends, for starters. It’s also caused a surge in telemedicine visits as patients and healthcare providers alike work to stop the spread of the disease. The increase in telemedicine d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-and-coronavirus/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-and-coronavirus/IndustriesThu, 23 Apr 2020 16:54:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Due in large part to the coronavirus pandemic, 91 percent of medical practitioners are expected to offer telehealth services by the end of 2020. Working with patients in a virtual setting demands the help of video tools and chat applications, like Apple’s FaceTime. Similar to Skype and Google Ha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-facetime-hipaa-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-facetime-hipaa-compliant/IndustriesThu, 23 Apr 2020 16:46:08 +0000<![CDATA[ As the telemedicine industry grows, healthcare providers are sharing more patient data, which means this information is also shared by their systems. To comply with HIPAA rules, organizations need to make sure that their partner organizations will protect patient data and maintain its security. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-baa/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-baa/IndustriesThu, 23 Apr 2020 16:40:55 +0000<![CDATA[ monday.com ProofHub Chanty Zoom HelpCrunch Dropbox G Suite Toggl GitLab Mailtrap The new decade has arrived, and despite the challenges it has already brought, you still have the chance to make the most of the remainder of the year. Of course, that’ll be much easie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/excellent-collaboration-tools-for-remote-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/excellent-collaboration-tools-for-remote-teams/AdviceWed, 22 Apr 2020 15:30:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Along with general telemedicine visits, telepsychiatry has been rising in popularity, even before the coronavirus pandemic. Telepsychiatry lets mental health professionals provide services to those in underserved areas, support in-person clinicians, and help patients who are unable to make it to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telepsychiatry-guidelines/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telepsychiatry-guidelines/AdviceWed, 22 Apr 2020 14:40:11 +0000<![CDATA[ There are two types of data, and depending on your goal, you’ll need to decide which type will best serve you. Are you looking for insights into how your sales changed after a new marketing campaign? Then you need quantitative data. What if you’re seeking insight into how your customers relate to y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualitative-vs-quantitative-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualitative-vs-quantitative-data/AdviceWed, 22 Apr 2020 13:44:35 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s safe to say that not many patients  if any like sitting in a doctor’s office with a clipboard and a bunch of paperwork. And once that paperwork is filled out, staff have to scan or manually enter information from those paper forms. It’s inefficient and time-consuming, and it’s why more a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-electronic-signature/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-electronic-signature/IndustriesTue, 21 Apr 2020 16:32:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Business performance management refers to the methods a business uses to measure performance, communicate the results to all relevant parties, and improve based on those results. Performance management solutions may include automation, data integration, predictive analytics, financial planning, rep...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-performance-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-performance-management/AdviceTue, 21 Apr 2020 15:55:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Mental illness, including depression and anxiety disorders, affects one out of every five adults in the U.S. But some people have problems accessing care, including not being able to find a practitioner nearby or fearing the stigma that comes from seeking help. And patients with disorders like agor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telepsychiatry/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telepsychiatry/IndustriesTue, 21 Apr 2020 14:38:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Voice, a convenient telephone service, includes voicemail, voicemail transcription to text, text messaging, and a variety of other useful features. For those reasons, it’s used by some healthcare professionals in both a personal and professional capacity. But that professional use brings ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-google-voice-hipaa-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-google-voice-hipaa-compliant/IndustriesTue, 21 Apr 2020 14:25:54 +0000<![CDATA[ The average cost to start an online business is $5,000 to $10,000 and that doesn’t include inventory, advertising, or marketing. That just covers building the e-commerce website, registering a domain, and paying for web hosting. https://youtu.be/FqpJHazqgTk If you don’t have that kind of m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-money-online-without-investment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-money-online-without-investment/AdviceTue, 21 Apr 2020 13:05:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Healthcare organizations of all sizes are turning to telehealth to deliver care to their patients. In a March 2020 survey, 41 percent of healthcare providers surveyed responded that they were currently using telemedicine technology, up from 22 percent in 2018. This includes live video conferencing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-telehealth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-telehealth/IndustriesMon, 20 Apr 2020 13:45:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Delivering medical care remotely has gained popularity, partly due to the lasting impact of the coronavirus pandemic. A report from the American Hospital Association found that 76 percent of U.S. hospitals have some kind of program in place to connect with patients and consulting physicians electro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telehealth-vs-telemedicine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telehealth-vs-telemedicine/IndustriesMon, 20 Apr 2020 13:43:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Having patients print forms at home and bring them to your clinic feels so…February 2020. The telemedicine landscape has changed fast. And health practitioners all over the globe have had to adjust to the reality that seeing patients in person might not be feasible for a while longer. JotForm...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-jotform-for-telemedicine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-jotform-for-telemedicine/ProductMon, 20 Apr 2020 08:27:32 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re coordinating pickup and delivery options for customers, everything must work like clockwork. Customers want to place an order, and, if they’re picking it up, they want everything to be ready by the time they get to your business. If they opt for delivery, they want their order to arr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-for-delivery-and-pickup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-for-delivery-and-pickup/ProductMon, 20 Apr 2020 07:45:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Ever sat in one of those meetings that should have ended, oh, maybe 15 minutes ago? You heard the pitches, contributed to the discussions, followed the presentations, and listened to all of the ideas that were tossed around. But you have a class to teach, a critical meeting with another client, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-schedule-an-appointment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-schedule-an-appointment/ProductMon, 20 Apr 2020 06:21:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Blogging about your passion, regardless if that’s gluten-free recipes, budget family travel, or any other niche topic, can be a source of income. According to a survey from Growthbadger, two-thirds of bloggers said they began blogging to make money. Many bloggers earn $50,000 per year or more us...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-monetize-a-blog/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-monetize-a-blog/AdviceFri, 17 Apr 2020 12:26:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Due in large part to the coronavirus epidemic and many cities implementing shelter-in-place orders, telehealth and teletherapy services saw a surge in use. But while these services were growing in popularity, many people were asking, What is teletherapy, and how does it work? Teletherapy is exac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-teletherapy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-teletherapy/IndustriesFri, 17 Apr 2020 12:23:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Alessandra Torre was happy when her first published novel sold a few copies on Amazon in 2012. After 22 books and tens of thousands of copies sold, the New York Times best-selling author sets the bar a little higher for herself nowadays. Famous for her erotic and suspense novels, Alessandra Torr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/selling-signed-book-copies-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/selling-signed-book-copies-case-study/Customer StoriesFri, 17 Apr 2020 11:39:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Learning is a lifelong journey that doesn’t begin once the school day starts or end as soon as the final bell rings. That means fostering the next generation of self-directed learners and future leaders isn’t just confined to a school campus, classroom, auditorium, or lecture hall. These days...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-for-distance-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-for-distance-learning/IndustriesFri, 17 Apr 2020 08:55:57 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/O64f8WaQrUc Video marketing is an important part of any company’s marketing strategy. People are digitally savvy and expect businesses to produce digital content, especially video. But when it comes to creating video, there are enough tools on the market to make your head s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-marketing-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-marketing-tools/AdviceThu, 16 Apr 2020 15:54:38 +0000<![CDATA[ The two primary ways to accept online payments are through credit and debit cards, but you need to accept payments in all of the ways customers want to pay or risk losing sales (or donations, if you operate a nonprofit). For both consumers and sellers, ACH is an attractive alternative for making an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/accept-ach-payments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/accept-ach-payments/IndustriesThu, 16 Apr 2020 15:42:56 +0000<![CDATA[ As any dog owner will tell you, there’s a simple, two-prong approach to training your canine: reward them when they’re good and reprimand them when they’re bad. Following the first industrial revolution, leaders across industries used this same carrot-and-stick management style: give employees i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/evolve-your-leadership-style/https://www.jotform.com/blog/evolve-your-leadership-style/BackstageThu, 16 Apr 2020 14:48:52 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/YhFLJNaABP4 The coronavirus pandemic has led to a surge in the demand for telehealth services. Teladoc, a private telehealth company, was averaging 15,000 patients per day in the U.S. in March, which represented a 50-percent increase from February. Another private company, Amw...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/accepting-payment-for-telemedicine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/accepting-payment-for-telemedicine/IndustriesThu, 16 Apr 2020 11:57:25 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to the fast-food market, things are constantly changing; unknown brands become huge franchises in an instant as consumers’ preferences change. So how does McDonald’s stay on top of the market year after year? By knowing what people want. McDonald’s focuses on four questions to d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-survey-question/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-survey-question/AdviceWed, 15 Apr 2020 14:09:54 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/xiOJNVSEux8 Even with reports that business is starting to get back to normal in places like China and South Korea, the current business disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic could last quite a bit longer in many other countries, including the U.S. Many business owners fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/planning-for-long-term-business-disruption/https://www.jotform.com/blog/planning-for-long-term-business-disruption/AdviceWed, 15 Apr 2020 13:59:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Square Zoho HubSpot monday.com Mailchimp Doxy.me Slack Airtable Zapier Dropbox Zendesk Constant Contact By now you might know about JotForm’s Coronavirus Responder Program, which offers free, unlimited HIPAA-friendly JotForm accounts to anyone using JotForm to battle ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/companies-helping-during-covid-19/https://www.jotform.com/blog/companies-helping-during-covid-19/AdviceWed, 15 Apr 2020 13:49:12 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic has forced a large chunk of the population to work from home. Getting used to working from home (also known as WFH) is tricky, especially if it’s new to your organization. But with simple software tools like JotForm, your remote team can maintain efficient workflows and sti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-jotform-while-working-from-home/https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-jotform-while-working-from-home/ProductWed, 15 Apr 2020 13:37:55 +0000<![CDATA[ The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many healthcare organizations to go remote. There’s a lot to think about when making this shift, such as how to communicate with patients online, protect patient privacy, keep sensitive information secure, stay HIPAA-friendly, and more. We’ve put together a we...]]>https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/webinar/remote-healthcare-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/webinar/remote-healthcare-webinar/IndustriesWed, 15 Apr 2020 08:41:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Many factors go into creating a strong and successful startup, especially in the early stages. You can benefit from ingredients like a detailed business plan, marketing and social media plans, and a defined customer base. But there are three components that every new business must leverage to creat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ingredients-of-a-strong-startup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ingredients-of-a-strong-startup/AdviceTue, 14 Apr 2020 16:49:14 +0000<![CDATA[ To say that videoconferencing service Zoom has increased in popularity would be an understatement. In just the first two months of 2020, its active user base grew to 2.22 million monthly active users. Compare that to 2019, when it added 1.99 million for the whole year. This is due in large part ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-zoom-hipaa-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-zoom-hipaa-compliant/IndustriesTue, 14 Apr 2020 16:40:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Patient visits to doctors’ offices have declined as much as 50 percent since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, but the need for care is greater than usual, so patients and physicians alike are turning to telehealth options. The American Medical Association (AMA) has cited telemedicine and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-patient-consent-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-patient-consent-online/IndustriesTue, 14 Apr 2020 16:26:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Washing machines. Every night, for two weeks, Steve sat with his family for dinner and went over all the possible trade-offs of buying one model over another. What’s the best design? Do we care more about getting our wash done in an hour versus an hour and a half? Or is it more important that...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embrace-imperfection-boost-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embrace-imperfection-boost-productivity/BackstageTue, 14 Apr 2020 12:17:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Provide the widest range of payment methods possible Don’t require site visitors to create an account before they can pay Avoid redirects during the payment process Keep payment information as secure as possible Keep your information requests minimal Online payments are integral ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-improve-the-online-payment-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-to-improve-the-online-payment-experience/IndustriesMon, 13 Apr 2020 13:44:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Beyond the health concerns associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, much of our current anxiety may come from the feeling that we’ve lost control of our livelihoods as business owners. In turn, this leads to further stress about how we can provide for our families and ourselves, let alone pay our bil...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/help-your-business-during-the-pandemic-by-helping-others/https://www.jotform.com/blog/help-your-business-during-the-pandemic-by-helping-others/AdviceMon, 13 Apr 2020 12:34:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Telehealth, including telenursing, has been on the rise in recent years. An aging population, coupled with greater acceptance of medical care delivered remotely, has created demand for these services. According to the Business Insider Intelligence Insurance Technology Study, 57 percent of consumers...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telenursing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telenursing/IndustriesMon, 13 Apr 2020 11:40:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Shopify Airbnb Wistia Nauto Industrial Strength Marketing Trulia ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-page-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/landing-page-examples/AdviceFri, 10 Apr 2020 11:40:10 +0000<![CDATA[ A 1 to 5 rating scale is a simple and effective way to rate the severity or magnitude of something, going from 1, the lowest rating, to 5, the highest rating, which allows respondents to answer quickly and can be applied to a variety of things. Has your doctor ever asked you to rate your pai...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-rating-scales/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-rating-scales/AdviceFri, 10 Apr 2020 11:05:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Enabling your team to work remotely can improve job satisfaction, help you attract talent, and give your company more flexibility. But in industries with strict compliance requirements, like healthcare, creating a compliant remote work environment is a challenge. How can you succeed? It starts w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-remote-access-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-remote-access-software/IndustriesFri, 10 Apr 2020 10:50:42 +0000<![CDATA[ The U.S. Congress has passed the $2 trillion coronavirus relief bill, called the CARES Act, in addition to other financial measures enacted to help individuals and families. But what does it mean for you as a small business owner? Here are some answers, based on a comprehensive COVID-19 resource gu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cares-act-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cares-act-small-business/AdviceFri, 10 Apr 2020 08:56:41 +0000<![CDATA[ OhMD TigerConnect Halo Health Providertech Spok By the time you get done reading this paragraph, about 1 million text messages will have been sent. That’s because 23 billion text messages are sent worldwide each day  approximately 270,000 each second. It’s a convenient and e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-text-messaging/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-text-messaging/IndustriesFri, 10 Apr 2020 08:50:50 +0000<![CDATA[ In March 2020, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that it would relax enforcement of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations during the COVID-19 epidemic, specifically relating to telemedicine. This a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-telemedicine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-telemedicine/IndustriesThu, 09 Apr 2020 11:24:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Organizations of all sizes can use BPM tools to meet a variety of needs. Here are some of the top-rated and best-known tools. ProcessMaker Lucidchart Kissflow Zoho Creator Nintex monday.com Appian Bizagi K2 Tallyfy ProcessMaker ProcessMaker allows you to desi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bpm-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bpm-software/AdviceThu, 09 Apr 2020 10:42:38 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/FNlyzAslDtg Accepting and processing credit card payments is essential to success as an e-commerce business. According to Worldpay’s Global Payments Report, credit cards account for a full third of all online spending in the United States. Other nations are even more attached ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-credit-card-payments-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-accept-credit-card-payments-online/IndustriesThu, 09 Apr 2020 08:49:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Humans are inherently social creatures. We rely on constant collaboration and consistent communication to get work done. But calling someone’s phone, setting up a video conference call, or sending out an email isn’t always the most effective way to communicate quickly. In some cases, you may hav...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-slack/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-slack/AdviceThu, 09 Apr 2020 08:09:55 +0000<![CDATA[ The terms “ACH” and “e-check” are often used interchangeably. This can confuse e-commerce beginners, causing uncertainty about crucial site-building decisions like which payment gateway to use. Is there a difference between the two terms? If so, and the choice boils down to e-checks vs ACH payme...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/echeck-vs-ach/https://www.jotform.com/blog/echeck-vs-ach/IndustriesWed, 08 Apr 2020 16:46:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Startups face a tough road to becoming established, successful small businesses. According to a recent Startup Genome report, roughly 90 percent of all U.S. startups fail. This feels like a warning to founders who face development issues that business school may not have prepared them for. From ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tackling-startup-development-issues/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tackling-startup-development-issues/AdviceWed, 08 Apr 2020 16:34:31 +0000<![CDATA[ As a healthcare provider, your expertise is keeping people healthy not securing data networks. But month after month and year after year, millions of medical records are hacked, and a HIPAA-related data breach costs providers an average of $717,000. Protecting patient privacy can feel like a dau...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-privacy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-privacy/IndustriesWed, 08 Apr 2020 16:25:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Over the last few years, I’ve tried my hand at gardening. No matter how good my intentions, something always goes wrong. I’ll spend a weekend elbow-deep in the dirt, planting vegetables and imagining summer salads made entirely from my garden. But then I end up with dry, dead stems. It starts to ge...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/take-back-focus/https://www.jotform.com/blog/take-back-focus/BackstageWed, 08 Apr 2020 12:47:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Video marketing is time-consuming. You need to write the script, film, edit, post the finished video on your website and social channels, and then measure the results to be sure the effort was worthwhile. But how do you measure success or failure? We asked some top marketing experts which video ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-metrics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-metrics/AdviceTue, 07 Apr 2020 15:56:07 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/zBI66C9ykV0 Hiring a great remote employee isn’t that different from hiring someone who will work in the office every day. However, the process of hiring a remote team member can feel more daunting and stressful since you can’t rely on firm handshakes and face-to-face conve...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hire-remote-employees/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hire-remote-employees/AdviceTue, 07 Apr 2020 15:29:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Doxy.me AMC Health Secure Telehealth ChARM Telehealth VSee A physician shortage, a large population of older adults, more chronic conditions, plenty of underserved communities mean that the market for telemedicine is going to grow. In fact, by 2025, the telehealth mark...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/telemedicine-software/IndustriesTue, 07 Apr 2020 15:00:03 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/6za-3apbGs4 Do you want to know what your audience is thinking? Of course you do. Surveys and questionnaires can help you get to know your audience. When used correctly, both surveys and questionnaires gather valuable customer insights. But what’s the difference between the tw...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-vs-questionnaire/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-vs-questionnaire/AdviceMon, 06 Apr 2020 15:39:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Working from home has become so common that job seekers now expect employers to offer remote work options. It’s an easy, effective way for employees to be productive even when they face illness, bad weather, an unexpected car breakdown, or whatever else life throws at them. But when you work in ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-home-office/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-home-office/IndustriesMon, 06 Apr 2020 15:10:33 +0000<![CDATA[ It seems like there’s nothing Richard Branson can’t do. The Virgin Group founder, whose enterprise includes over 60 businesses, has ventured into various industries, from wellness to space travel. His best advice for entrepreneurs and leaders? Learn to delegate. Said the serial entrepreneur: ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/delegation-for-leaders/https://www.jotform.com/blog/delegation-for-leaders/BackstageMon, 06 Apr 2020 13:28:12 +0000<![CDATA[ When your business reaches the maturity stage, the product or service you created is generating stable profits. In some cases, that success may be slowing down a bit. The last thing you need is for your marketing efforts to remain stagnant as well. To keep your established business strong and he...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/maturity-stage-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/maturity-stage-marketing/AdviceFri, 03 Apr 2020 15:20:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Business process improvement (BPI) is the end result of business process management (BPM). There are many methodologies available for streamlining business processes to improve workflow, quality control, customer satisfaction, and more. Check out the business process management tools we discussed i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-improvement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-improvement/AdviceFri, 03 Apr 2020 14:38:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Unlike what many Instagram influencers will lead you to believe, working from home isn’t typing a few emails poolside, in your backyard hammock, or on your couch with Netflix blaring in the background. Remote work is a skill, just like learning how to code. While anyone can learn how to be effec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-work-from-home/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-work-from-home/AdviceFri, 03 Apr 2020 14:00:35 +0000<![CDATA[ The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) went into effect in the U.S. on April 1, 2020, and it makes a lot of changes to sick leave for businesses and employees. It also has a significant impact on healthcare services, including provisions for medical services budget increases and full c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/families-first-coronavirus-response-act/https://www.jotform.com/blog/families-first-coronavirus-response-act/IndustriesThu, 02 Apr 2020 15:37:44 +0000<![CDATA[ While Zoom is gaining steam and a lot of it as state and local governments issue stay-at-home orders and companies embrace remote work, it’s not the only video conferencing app being used. During one week in March, video conferencing apps, including Zoom alternatives, hit a record 62 million down...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoom-alternative/AdviceThu, 02 Apr 2020 15:09:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Due to the coronavirus pandemic, a lot of team chat apps are seeing an uptick in usage. In just two weeks, Slack added 2.5 million users, and Discord had to increase capacity by more than 20 percent. People are flocking to these platforms for both business and personal collaboration. In the Slac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/slack-vs-discord/https://www.jotform.com/blog/slack-vs-discord/AdviceThu, 02 Apr 2020 14:55:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Research is what drives innovation. Research allows businesses to understand what consumers want and to create new lines of business. Consider this quote from the American inventor Charles F. Kettering: “Research is an organized method of trying to find out what you are going to do after you can...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-research-question/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-research-question/AdviceWed, 01 Apr 2020 12:25:08 +0000<![CDATA[ The key to success in selling online is to offer the smoothest possible checkout experience. Researchers surveyed 41 industries that sell online and found that cart abandonment averages nearly 70 percent, but checkout optimization strategies can cut abandonment to just under 36 percent. Nothing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-an-echeck/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-an-echeck/IndustriesWed, 01 Apr 2020 11:49:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Even before the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns forced employees to work from home, remote work was on the rise. Over the past five years, the number of employees working remotely grew 44 percent. During that same time frame, searches for “remote working” on Google nearly tripled. Companies use a va...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-zoom/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-use-zoom/AdviceWed, 01 Apr 2020 08:51:56 +0000<![CDATA[ There was a time when customer service primarily involved fielding inquiries, requests for help, and even complaints over the phone. However, these days customers don’t have to settle for long hold times on the phone so they can reach a real person for help. The question now is, How do you co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zendesk-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zendesk-integration/ProductWed, 01 Apr 2020 07:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The General Data Protection Regulation commonly referred to as GDPR which the European Union passed in 2016, set new rules for how companies manage and share personal data. While the GDPR technically only applies to EU citizens’ data, the internet is a global entity, which means that nearly every...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-be-gdpr-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-be-gdpr-compliant/AdviceTue, 31 Mar 2020 11:08:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Delivery Repair or maintenance services Essential services Healthcare Accounting and financial services Baby products and services Cleaning services Property management Death and funeral provisions Security services Recessions are nothing new in the U.S. We’ve experienced...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recession-proof-businesses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recession-proof-businesses/AdviceTue, 31 Mar 2020 10:42:47 +0000<![CDATA[ A sale isn’t a sale until money changes hands. To get in on the $601.7 billion (and growing) of retail purchases that occur over the internet, your e-commerce business needs to accept payments online. But a site’s payment system is more than just a matter of survival. A better checkout experienc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/accept-payments-online/https://www.jotform.com/accept-payments-online/GuidesTue, 31 Mar 2020 08:53:04 +0000<![CDATA[ An online boutique can be a great way to make money online, whether you’re selling your own creations or curating items in a virtual store for customers. According to The Fashion Industry and Apparel Report, revenue in the e-commerce fashion industry is expected to rise from $481.2 billion in 2018 ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-boutique/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-boutique/AdviceMon, 30 Mar 2020 18:00:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Adobe Acrobat Pro DC Soda FormSwift HiPDF Nitro Pro PDF Candy PDF Generator API Xodo (formerly PDF Online) Small PDF PDFs are one of the most popular document formats and for good reason. What sets a PDF apart from other types of digital documents is that ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pdf-generation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pdf-generation/AdviceMon, 30 Mar 2020 17:53:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Deliver value to your audience Use CTAs wisely Use video as a hook with cold outreach Support your video marketing with smart advertising As video continues to gain popularity on social media and other channels, businesses are looking for more ways to cash in on this shift in consum...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-video-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-video-marketing/AdviceMon, 30 Mar 2020 17:42:14 +0000<![CDATA[ You may love your job  but would you keep doing it if your salary were suddenly slashed in half? That’s what Hubbl employees did when founder Archana Patchirajan tried to let them all go when her startup ran out of funds. So loyal were they to their founder and company that they refused to leave...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/effective-leadership-from-effective-bosses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/effective-leadership-from-effective-bosses/BackstageMon, 30 Mar 2020 13:32:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether it’s connecting rural students to larger schools or providing specialized education to homeschooled kids, digital classrooms have empowered education in countless ways. Despite the many benefits of learning online, many people are uncertain about the absence of certain classroom elements, s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/homework-in-digital-classrooms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/homework-in-digital-classrooms/IndustriesFri, 27 Mar 2020 08:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If any part of your business involves showing up online and let’s be honest, almost every business today needs to have at least some online presence content marketing is one of the most effective ways to build your brand, drive traffic to your website, and get eyeballs on your products and servic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-marketing-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-marketing-tips/AdviceFri, 27 Mar 2020 08:30:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Learn about JotForm’s exclusive PDF features in our webinar, “JotForm PDF features you need to know.” Our webinar dives into the JotForm PDF Editor product and highlights JotForm PDF features all users need to know, such as 600+ free PDF templates, fillable PDF forms, e-signa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/pdf-editor/jotform-pdf-features-you-need-to-know-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/products/pdf-editor/jotform-pdf-features-you-need-to-know-webinar/Latest ArticlesFri, 27 Mar 2020 08:23:00 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/h1iJX3Tez5c Time tracker apps may seem like a simple concept, but they can transform the way you work. If you’re a freelancer or consultant, or if you work for an agency, tracking your time helps you quote projects more effectively and bill clients more accurately. Time tra...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-tracker-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-tracker-apps/AdviceFri, 27 Mar 2020 08:08:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Every business has workflows, even if they aren’t formalized. Every process, from how payments are issued to vendors to how employees are onboarded, is a workflow. There is a defined beginning, such as when an employee submits receipts for reimbursement, that sets in motion a process to achieve a s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-examples/AdviceThu, 26 Mar 2020 13:40:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Modern nonprofits know that technology plays a key role in fueling growth. Whether you’re just starting your nonprofit or looking to speed up your organization’s growth, nonprofit tech is an essential “team member.” However, with the wide variety of nonprofit technology solutions on the market, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/unlocking-nonprofit-growth-with-tech/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/unlocking-nonprofit-growth-with-tech/IndustriesThu, 26 Mar 2020 12:53:46 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to making a website for your company, launching a blog, or creating a portfolio site, many people (both web developers and the rest of us) prefer using web templates. And why not? Using a template like a WordPress theme has many advantages. First of all, it saves you a lot of time ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-vs-premium-website-theme/https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-vs-premium-website-theme/AdviceThu, 26 Mar 2020 08:52:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Section 508 is a law that requires federal agencies to make their information and communications technology (ICT) accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. This law covers a wide range of government technology, from software and hardware to electronic content and websites. Fede...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vpat/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vpat/AdviceThu, 26 Mar 2020 08:17:12 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/V5DoXnD6mXA Few people put much thought into their prelaunch “coming soon” landing page. Some don't even have a page at all. When done well, these landing pages can contribute a great deal to the success of your launch. Putting some effort into that “coming soon” landing pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/coming-soon-landing-pages/https://www.jotform.com/blog/coming-soon-landing-pages/AdviceWed, 25 Mar 2020 15:39:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Defining your target audience is one of the most important foundational business tasks. When it comes to setting yourself up to consistently convert ideal prospects into happy buyers, it’s even more important to drill down into who your ideal client or customer is. The key to business success on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/target-audience/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/target-audience/AdviceWed, 25 Mar 2020 15:14:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Stanford University psychology professor Carol Dweck is perhaps best known for her research on mindsets. She distinguishes between the “growth mindset”  the idea that we can improve our brain’s capacity to learn and solve problems  and the “fixed mindset,” or the belief that our intelligence is sta...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lifelong-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lifelong-learning/BackstageWed, 25 Mar 2020 13:51:41 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve always been inspired by organizations that use JotForm to do good in the world. We’re fortunate to see this every single day, from nonprofits coordinating volunteers with our forms, to schools administering scholarship applications to students in need. So it shouldn’t be a surprise to see ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-coronavirus-responder-program/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-coronavirus-responder-program/IndustriesWed, 25 Mar 2020 12:21:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Everyone plays a role in combating the novel coronavirus and the disease that it causes, COVID-19. For our part, we want to help government leaders, healthcare professionals, nonprofit organizations, and other frontline workers throughout the world fight an invisible war that knows no bounds or ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-templates-to-tackle-coronavirus/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-templates-to-tackle-coronavirus/IndustriesWed, 25 Mar 2020 12:14:39 +0000<![CDATA[ It started with one news hit, then another. We soon realized that hundreds of people are using JotForm to respond to COVID-19. To put it lightly, we’re touched. And the least we can do is share a few stories about how our users are doing good in this time of need. JotForm is providing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-users-respond-to-covid-19/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-users-respond-to-covid-19/Customer StoriesTue, 24 Mar 2020 14:06:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Corporations use focus groups to study and sell everything, from children’s toys to summer blockbusters. Political parties use them to perfect their campaign messaging, U.S. government agencies rely on them to determine public reaction to changes in policy, and law firms use them to predict a ju...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-are-focus-groups/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-are-focus-groups/AdviceTue, 24 Mar 2020 14:05:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Starting a new business is exciting, especially when you have an idea you know will help others. But having your own business is also stressful. Even when you take all the right steps selecting a business model, writing a detailed business plan to attract potential investors, leveraging social ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/challenges-entrepreneurs-face-when-starting-a-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/challenges-entrepreneurs-face-when-starting-a-business/AdviceTue, 24 Mar 2020 12:24:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Most organizations deal with piles of paperwork, both physical and electronic. A document management workflow system can help tame the tasks associated with paperwork. Many systems out there can create, track, edit, store, and manage an organization’s documents, including expense reports, purcha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-management-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/document-management-workflow/AdviceTue, 24 Mar 2020 12:23:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform CampSite Calendly Learning Stream Amilia CampMinder Sawyer Tools Acuity Scheduling SimplyBook.me Mindbody Schedulicity With more than 14 million people attending over 14,000 camps across the U.S. each year, it’s safe to say that scheduling and registrati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bookeo-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bookeo-alternatives/IndustriesMon, 23 Mar 2020 15:03:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Nonprofit animal shelters rely on the kindness of animal-loving volunteers to foster animals, transport them, help out with special events, and assist with day-to-day tasks around the shelter. Finding and retaining volunteers is seldom easy for any nonprofit, and animal shelters have particular ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/finding-animal-shelter-volunteers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/finding-animal-shelter-volunteers/AdviceMon, 23 Mar 2020 14:41:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine you’re the chef of an award-winning restaurant. The season changes and you add a new steak dish to the menu. Weeks go by and practically no one orders it. The customers who do, never order the dish again. As chef, this information would be valuable. You’d either nix the dish or figure ou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-driven-culture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-driven-culture/BackstageMon, 23 Mar 2020 11:12:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Universal design is a technique used to create an environment physical or digital that’s accessible and understood by the greatest number of people. History of universal design In the early 1970s, American architect Ronald Mace coined the term universal design, an idea that he used primaril...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/universal-website-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/universal-website-design/AdviceFri, 20 Mar 2020 15:06:40 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2018, over 42 percent of U.S. adults reported reading an online magazine in the last 30 days a 15 percent increase from 2015 that shows no signs of slowing down. An online magazine can be lucrative, but to succeed, you must cram it with valuable content that’s sufficiently distinct from a bl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-magazine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-an-online-magazine/AdviceFri, 20 Mar 2020 14:49:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Starting/ending symbol Process symbol Arrow Decision symbol Document symbol Data storage symbol Internal storage symbol Database symbol Manual input symbol Manual operation symbol Input-output symbol Information display symbol Merge symbol Off-page connector...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/flowchart-symbols/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/flowchart-symbols/AdviceThu, 19 Mar 2020 20:12:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Millions of security breaches make the internet less safe for business every year. Consumers are certainly aware of this risk. If your e-commerce site can’t provide the highest level of online payment security, buyers may look elsewhere. The good news is that existing security strategies are wel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-payment-security/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-payment-security/IndustriesThu, 19 Mar 2020 19:48:43 +0000<![CDATA[ From finding that new coffee shop, to discovering the best way to get from point A to point B, to ensuring that your letter makes it to the right destination, we use addresses everyday. Their formatting is simple enough that we can understand them without really thinking about them. However, ben...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-addresses-enhance-your-customer-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ways-addresses-enhance-your-customer-experience/AdviceThu, 19 Mar 2020 13:58:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Most people picture a service dog as a loyal Golden Retriever or German Shepherd sitting patiently at the feet of their humans, leading them across busy intersections and alerting them to impending danger. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines service animals as dogs “individually tr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-transform-a-shelter-dog-into-a-service-dog/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-transform-a-shelter-dog-into-a-service-dog/AdviceWed, 18 Mar 2020 14:21:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Every few weeks, I see a press release for a new company, complete with a website, Instagram account, and logo. The website looks slick and exciting, with animations, intentional font choices, and an energizing call-to-action. But, after poking around, I’m not always sure what it is they’re actuall...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/freelancing-for-beginners/https://www.jotform.com/blog/freelancing-for-beginners/BackstageWed, 18 Mar 2020 12:01:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Video marketing is a strategic approach to promoting and communicating a brand's message, products, or services through video content. It leverages engaging visuals and storytelling to capture the attention of target audiences, enhance brand awareness, drive conversions, and foster customer loyalty...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/video-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/video-marketing/GuidesWed, 18 Mar 2020 10:14:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Email marketing remains one of the most valuable forms of online marketing, even as social media continues to grow and expand. You might have heard that social marketing is becoming increasingly pay-to-play, meaning that if you don’t shell out additional money to promote your business page’s pos...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-list-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-list-website/AdviceTue, 17 Mar 2020 10:44:42 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/_JNZQCKB_6A Nearly one-third of annual giving occurs in December, and almost 12 percent of all giving happens in the last three days of the year. Year-end giving is one of the most exciting but also overwhelming times for fundraising professionals. It includes all fundraisi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/year-end-fundraising/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/year-end-fundraising/IndustriesTue, 17 Mar 2020 08:48:24 +0000<![CDATA[ “Everyone is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” Though Einstein may have not actually said this, it is a valuable maxim. Not everyone is going to be good at everything, so we need to find the things we ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-interviewing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-interviewing/BackstageMon, 16 Mar 2020 15:10:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Life is full of uncertainties, but there’s one thing that’s for sure: Accidents happen, and things don’t always work like they should. People with equipment that needs to be repaired know they can count on technicians, mechanics, maintenance workers, and other skilled workers to save the day. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/assign-forms-use-case-bobcat/https://www.jotform.com/blog/assign-forms-use-case-bobcat/Customer StoriesMon, 16 Mar 2020 07:58:46 +0000<![CDATA[ This is an unprecedented and scary time for workplaces everywhere. If your office didn’t have work-from-home policy before the Coronavirus outbreak, it might now. And without a clear end in sight to the global pandemic, it’s critical to have infrastructure in place to make sure you and your team ca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-business-tools-to-work-from-home/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-business-tools-to-work-from-home/AdviceMon, 16 Mar 2020 07:54:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Patience may be a virtue, but who likes being in limbo? Regardless of whether you’re a manager who needs to sign off on a vacation request or a client who has to authorize a job and pay for it, waiting for missing information to arrive can be downright frustrating. And if you don’t have a qui...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/assign-forms-on-any-device/https://www.jotform.com/blog/assign-forms-on-any-device/ProductMon, 16 Mar 2020 07:51:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Trello Google Drive Box Airtable Zapier Constant Contact Even the most talented staff can’t overcome procedural inefficiencies. But having the right software in place can help your campus or department become more productive and, ultimately, reduce costs. Now th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/higher-education-apps-in-2020/https://www.jotform.com/blog/higher-education-apps-in-2020/IndustriesMon, 16 Mar 2020 07:51:08 +0000<![CDATA[ A picture may be worth a thousand words, but what are several images and a short description worth? That depends on what you’re selling. JotForm’s payment processor integrations enable you to add short descriptions and up to 10 images of the products or services that you’re selling through yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-shopping-with-multiple-photos-and-descriptions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-shopping-with-multiple-photos-and-descriptions/ProductMon, 16 Mar 2020 06:50:09 +0000<![CDATA[ We had an exciting webinar with integration partner, Egnyte, on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. This webinar had featured a joint customer, Pacific Lighting Systems, and discussed how the organization used JotForm and Egnyte to power their business. https://youtu.be/CfkZCJoitwg About the webinar ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pacific-lighting-uses-egnyte-jotform-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pacific-lighting-uses-egnyte-jotform-webinar/Customer StoriesMon, 16 Mar 2020 06:21:42 +0000<![CDATA[ South Florida is known for its party scene, but there’s one company that takes it to the next level. Enter Cycle Party, a bike-operated party tour offering delicious drinks, pumped music, an upbeat tour guide, and much more. It’s the perfect setup for anyone looking to have a good time with frie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/assign-forms-use-case-cycle-party/https://www.jotform.com/blog/assign-forms-use-case-cycle-party/Customer StoriesMon, 16 Mar 2020 06:00:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Did you notice how Steve ignored you during today’s meeting? No? He totally did Just so you know, I heard he doesn’t like you Amy enjoyed her job. She was smart, punctual, and always came prepared to offer fresh, innovative ideas to her colleagues. But ever since Sheila came...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cost-of-toxic-employees/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cost-of-toxic-employees/BackstageFri, 13 Mar 2020 16:30:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Excel spreadsheets are a vital tool for managing projects. Excel makes it easy and convenient for teams to calculate budgets, monitor cash flow, track online marketing performance, and compile and share client information. When you move past basic knowledge of Excel, your spreadsheets will come ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-absolute-reference-in-excel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-absolute-reference-in-excel/AdviceFri, 13 Mar 2020 13:52:57 +0000<![CDATA[ The primary aim of business process management (BPM) is to improve process. But what exactly is a process and what’s the difference between process and workflow? It’s important to understand this distinction as you explore BPM solutions and methodologies. Workflow Workflow refers to how peop...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-vs-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-vs-process/AdviceThu, 12 Mar 2020 17:35:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Animal shelters have come a long way. They’re no longer stark, purely functional buildings made up of bare rooms and cages on concrete floors. As more shelters become no-kill and shift their focus to caring for animals in stressful situations, shelter design has evolved to better serve the needs...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/animal-shelter-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/animal-shelter-design/AdviceThu, 12 Mar 2020 17:22:29 +0000<![CDATA[ “The deepest principle in human nature is the craving to be appreciated.”  William James, American philosopher I almost didn’t go back the next day. After a long performance review with my supervisor where he outlined all of the areas in which I could improve without so much as offering a smal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/forget-praise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/forget-praise/BackstageWed, 11 Mar 2020 15:45:26 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/aw5aalFUDV4 Video marketing is still relatively new compared to legacy marketing channels, so it’s constantly evolving. Your business’s marketing efforts have to keep pace with the changing social media and digital habits of your customers. But how do you keep up? We asked soc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-marketing-trends/https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-marketing-trends/AdviceWed, 11 Mar 2020 14:22:12 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/6_rP4mcEwmU In small business hiring, there’s nothing more comforting than a referral when you mention a new position, and your employees immediately say, “I know the perfect person” or “Let me ping someone at my last workplace.” But when the referrals run dry, what should yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-technology-in-recruiting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-technology-in-recruiting/AdviceWed, 11 Mar 2020 12:19:43 +0000<![CDATA[ In early February, the JotForm UX research team organized a workshop to tackle the default theme of our forms. The workshop aimed to create stronger bonds and facilitate collaboration between designers, UX researchers, and UI developers. Each participant teamed up with the person sitting next to th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/spaghetti-challenge-team-building/https://www.jotform.com/blog/spaghetti-challenge-team-building/BackstageWed, 11 Mar 2020 11:25:22 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s an election year, so the news is full of articles about where candidates rank in national polls. These polls are considered accurate, but how can that be since the pollsters can’t possibly ask every voter in the country which candidate they like best? The pollsters use sampling methods to find...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-sampling-methods/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-sampling-methods/AdviceTue, 10 Mar 2020 14:43:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Becoming a no-kill shelter not only helps save adoptable, healthy animals, but it can also improve how the general public views your shelter and bring in more prospective adopters. A no-kill shelter tries to save every animal that comes through its doors: It treats the sick and injured ones, reh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-kill-shelter/https://www.jotform.com/blog/no-kill-shelter/AdviceTue, 10 Mar 2020 14:18:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Fast and fickle consumers. That’s how Nielsen labels people who are ready to jump ship on even their favorite brands once a competitor piques their interest. It’s no secret: we’re addicted to the newness that gives us the dopamine surge as opposed to the goodness of a thing. We continually scan ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/prioritize-customer-retention/https://www.jotform.com/blog/prioritize-customer-retention/BackstageMon, 09 Mar 2020 15:36:17 +0000<![CDATA[ In the 1970s, lawmakers began implementing legislation establishing the rights of people with disabilities in the U.S., specifically that they have equal access to services and information. While early regulations were primarily focused on physical spaces, over time the laws expanded to address the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/508-compliance/https://www.jotform.com/508-compliance/GuidesMon, 09 Mar 2020 14:31:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Camps may come in all shapes and sizes, but there’s a common thread that binds them all together: an underlying mission to help people realize their potential and improve their lives. That’s what makes camps so special. But your camp is still a business and you need to get paid. Like any o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-your-summer-camp-better-with-payment-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-run-your-summer-camp-better-with-payment-forms/IndustriesMon, 09 Mar 2020 13:57:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine there are two employees  we’ll call them Ivan and Fred. Ivan and Fred work in the same office doing the exact same job. Their salaries are the same, as are their hours and benefits. In fact, their situations are practically identical, except in one crucial way: Fred’s manager regularl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/show-employees-appreciation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/show-employees-appreciation/BackstageFri, 06 Mar 2020 18:07:46 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re not careful about how you phrase your questions, in surveys and beyond, you may end up with inaccurate results. While you’ve probably heard general advice about what to avoid, like leading and ambiguous questions, there’s one culprit that yields skewed results and can go overlooked: the d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-double-barreled-question/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-double-barreled-question/AdviceFri, 06 Mar 2020 12:20:07 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s something nostalgic about camps and the experiences tied to them. For campers young and old, merely mentioning camp can conjure up memories of the lessons they learned, the friends they met, the skills they picked up, and the places they visited. It’s a special connection that motivat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-summer-camp-users/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-summer-camp-users/BackstageFri, 06 Mar 2020 10:52:44 +0000<![CDATA[ From the use of tablets and smart boards to video conferencing in classrooms and student homes, technology continues to transform education at a lightning-fast rate. The year 2020 marks a new decade, bringing with it many more changes to teaching and learning. If you’re an educator or administra...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-technology-trends/https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-technology-trends/IndustriesThu, 05 Mar 2020 16:06:58 +0000<![CDATA[ No one wants to create an incident report form. But unexpected situations happen all the time, and it’s better to be prepared than caught off guard. An incident report form records accidents, illnesses, and injuries. It can be used in many scenarios, such as workplace accidents, car accidents, a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-an-incident-report/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-an-incident-report/AdviceThu, 05 Mar 2020 15:51:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Write a script before filming Incorporate your keywords Focus on a niche Add some variety Strategize a promotion plan Always include a call to action Optimize your channel profile Did you know that over 1 billion hours of video are watched every day on YouTube? That’s a lot of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/youtube-video-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/youtube-video-marketing/AdviceWed, 04 Mar 2020 12:50:25 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/UFbxr0TpoSc Surveying your clients can reveal how people view your business and show you ways to improve. Including demographic questions in your surveys can tell you why customers see you the way they do. These questions can also indicate trends in thinking and behavior. E...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/demographic-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/demographic-questions/AdviceWed, 04 Mar 2020 12:03:03 +0000<![CDATA[ How many different products do you use to solve your productivity problems? Do you ever find yourself staring at the features page of a productivity software tool, saying, “I can use Feature A, but I’ll probably never need the rest.” And you still pay for it? We’ve all been there. In an ideal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-code-no-code/https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-code-no-code/BackstageTue, 03 Mar 2020 14:49:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Business process management (BPM) typically refers to the automation of certain tasks that once were completed manually or with outdated software. Business process automation, or BPA, refers to the use of advanced technologies to automate complex business processes and functions. You can think of B...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-process-automation/AdviceTue, 03 Mar 2020 14:42:55 +0000<![CDATA[ As a manager, you’re busy. You have endless meetings, family responsibilities, and an urgent to-do list. You do what you can, when you can. Email is something you fit in when you have time, whether that’s in between meetings or catching up before bed. It feels good to check it off your list, and it...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/late-night-emails/https://www.jotform.com/blog/late-night-emails/BackstageMon, 02 Mar 2020 14:35:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re launching a startup or turning your passion into a small business on Etsy, once your idea attracts customers, you need to give them an easy way to pay you. PayPal has been a go-to payment processing solution for small to medium-sized business (SMB) owners because of its ease of us...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-business-account-vs-personal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-business-account-vs-personal/IndustriesMon, 02 Mar 2020 13:40:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Every business deals with tasks that take up time, impact employee motivation, and slow down vital processes. However, there’s a way for your team to do more in less time. Workflow automation removes the need for human effort, error, and cost by streamlining monotonous tasks. Each department in ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-automation-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-automation-examples/AdviceFri, 28 Feb 2020 13:45:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a startup launch marketing plan Participate in a startup competition Identify launch platforms and channels Enlist influencers and social media followers Combine offline and online strategies Once you’ve transitioned away from the seed stage of business development and are launc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-strategies-for-startup-launch/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-strategies-for-startup-launch/AdviceThu, 27 Feb 2020 11:43:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Know your design’s objective Try to use your brand colors Be consistent with your fonts Use white space to your advantage Take inspiration from successful companies Use icons to support your content Be aware of the latest design trends Keep it simple Use tools to make it happen Be creat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/graphic-design-tips-for-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/graphic-design-tips-for-small-business/AdviceThu, 27 Feb 2020 10:57:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Peer into the inner workings of any organization, and you’re almost sure to find room for improvement. You may see inefficient practices, information siloing, outdated technology, employees who don’t feel fulfilled or whose talents and skills aren’t being put to the best use, and old processes that...]]>https://www.jotform.com/business-process-management-guide/https://www.jotform.com/business-process-management-guide/GuidesThu, 27 Feb 2020 08:25:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Go to PayPal.com and click on Sign Up. Choose Business Account and click Next. Enter an email address that isn’t associated with a PayPal personal account. Provide some basic information about your business. Then click Agree and Create Account. Supply additional information about ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-a-paypal-business-account/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-set-up-a-paypal-business-account/IndustriesWed, 26 Feb 2020 12:28:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Everyone goes through different stages in life based on situations, shifting perspectives, and external factors. The same is true for entrepreneurs and small business owners. During the life cycle of any successful business, founders spend a lot of time crafting their business model, organizatio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/entrepreneurial-mindset/https://www.jotform.com/blog/entrepreneurial-mindset/AdviceWed, 26 Feb 2020 11:52:20 +0000<![CDATA[ As technology becomes a more vital aspect of daily life, it also becomes more interconnected with education. EdTech isn’t just a conversation about lesson planning, either. It plays a pivotal role in how teachers, administrators, and schools operate and how well students are prepared to succeed in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/future-of-edtech/https://www.jotform.com/blog/future-of-edtech/IndustriesWed, 26 Feb 2020 11:24:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Five second test Crazy Egg Koncept OutSprung UserTesting Glassbox (formerly SessionCam) It probably isn’t a surprise that your website’s user experience can be a make-or-break deal when it comes to gaining and keeping customers. According to an Akamai study performed by Forres...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/usability-testing-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/usability-testing-tools/AdviceTue, 25 Feb 2020 15:45:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Lucidchart Microsoft Visio Draw.io SmartDraw Gliffy Diagram Workflow diagrams are visual representations of workflows. These diagrams help you better understand and improve upon the processes you’re turning into workflows. You can see what the previous step is, what the next s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-diagram-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-diagram-software/AdviceTue, 25 Feb 2020 15:36:02 +0000<![CDATA[ With a presence in over 200 countries and the capability to accept payments in more than 25 currencies, PayPal is widely recognized as one of the foremost online payment service providers. PayPal has a wide range of user base, from freelancers to small businesses and even larger corporations. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/paypal-business-account-guide/https://www.jotform.com/paypal-business-account-guide/GuidesTue, 25 Feb 2020 14:35:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Amazon Web Services (AWS) Microsoft Azure Dell EMC IBM Google Cloud Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Storage Nutanix Unified Storage Pure Storage Zadara NetApp As your organization handles and secures an ever-increasing amount of data, it’s never been more important to ha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-data-storage/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-data-storage/AdviceMon, 24 Feb 2020 16:06:48 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re looking to make some quick cash selling your stuff because, well, you have too much stuff and not enough cash, you’ll find that it’s remarkably quick and easy to start hawking your items on eBay. It’s equally fast and simple to get paid for the items you’ve listed if you have a PayPal ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/do-i-need-a-paypal-business-account-to-sell-on-ebay/https://www.jotform.com/blog/do-i-need-a-paypal-business-account-to-sell-on-ebay/IndustriesMon, 24 Feb 2020 13:58:44 +0000<![CDATA[ At its heart, business process management (BPM) is about improving processes. BPM and workflow are not interchangeable terms. Workflow is just one part of BPM. Workflow involves coordinating specific tasks that make up a process. For example, how do you go from receiving an order to fulfilling i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bpm-vs-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bpm-vs-workflow/AdviceMon, 24 Feb 2020 13:37:37 +0000<![CDATA[ The debate over leaders versus managers has been raging for decades  ever since Abraham Zaleznik published a Harvard Business Review article entitled “Managers and Leaders: Are They Different?” That article drew the line between bosses who fuss over time-management and bosses who stay focused on th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/leader-and-manager/https://www.jotform.com/blog/leader-and-manager/BackstageMon, 24 Feb 2020 12:19:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Improving student and parent communication Create a parent-teacher peer group Involve parents in field trips Parent mentor programs create community Get to know parents personally Parents have strong opinions about the education of their children, so teachers are first in line fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/parent-teacher-communication/https://www.jotform.com/blog/parent-teacher-communication/IndustriesFri, 21 Feb 2020 14:49:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Video marketing is fun but challenging. There’s a lot of behind-the-scenes work that goes into creating even short videos. Writing the script, shooting, and editing are all hard work, but often the toughest challenge is coming up with a steady stream of interesting ideas in the first place. Whet...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-marketing-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-marketing-ideas/AdviceFri, 21 Feb 2020 13:38:02 +0000<![CDATA[ The ability to create more than static spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel makes it a potentially valuable project management tool, one that can give users the overviews they need to keep their projects on track. Using Excel this way requires a little knowledge on your part, but the results make it w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-excel-for-project-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-excel-for-project-management/AdviceThu, 20 Feb 2020 16:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Acronis Commvault Rubrik Veeam Zerto Correctly handling and securing data is critical to the success of any company. Data loss can have devastating effects on an organization, damaging your company’s reputation, reducing revenues, and even resulting in regulatory fines. In fact, 94...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-backup-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-backup-software/AdviceThu, 20 Feb 2020 14:29:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Every successful website starts with the right domain name. At its simplest, a domain name is an electronic address (i.e., www.jotform.com) where users can easily find you online. In other words, if your website was a physical store, your domain name would be its storefront signage. In this p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-register-a-domain-name/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-register-a-domain-name/AdviceWed, 19 Feb 2020 13:56:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Integrify HighGear Nintex ProcessMaker Orchestly Wrike Asana A lot of organizations use workflow management software to help them create and optimize their workflows. The best workflow management software can help you track, control, and coordinate your workflows, and in so...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-management-software/AdviceWed, 19 Feb 2020 13:22:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Workflow automation streamlines processes, reduces manual effort, and minimizes human error, enhancing overall productivity. Common types include sequential (step-by-step), state machine (non-linear), and rules-driven workflows, each suited to different business needs. Automating workfl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/workflow-automation-guide/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/workflow-automation-guide/GuidesWed, 19 Feb 2020 12:24:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Use tools that already exist Understand your audience Create an engaging website and portfolio Building a photography business is no easy feat. It takes time, patience, and some good old marketing tactics. Figuring out where to get started can be challenging, so we talked to an expert...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/photography-marketing-tips/https://www.jotform.com/photography/photography-marketing-tips/IndustriesTue, 18 Feb 2020 13:23:12 +0000<![CDATA[ HootSuite Agorapulse Kicksta Buffer CoSchedule SocialPilot SproutSocial Social media is a very cost-effective online marketing method, but it can also be very time-consuming. You could spend hours every day searching for content to attract and grow your ideal audiences on F...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-automation-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-automation-tools/AdviceTue, 18 Feb 2020 11:32:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Bernard Lagat is one of the fastest people in the world. A Kenyan-born Olympian, he’s a thirteen-time medalist  and five of them are gold. For most of the year, Lagat’s training regimen is intense, consisting of 80-mile running weeks. But Lagat has a unique strategy for staying on his A-gam...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/rest-for-success/https://www.jotform.com/blog/rest-for-success/BackstageMon, 17 Feb 2020 13:39:44 +0000<![CDATA[ A year can make all the difference, and JotForm PDF Editor’s growth in that span of time is no exception to this rule. When JotForm PDF Editor was released in 2018, we saw it as an effortless way for all JotForm users to quickly turn incoming form responses into professional, polished, and custo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-600-pdf-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-600-pdf-templates/ProductMon, 17 Feb 2020 07:57:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Coming up with new ideas often requires us at JotForm to think about how we can make work not just forms or data collection easier for people who use our products every day. This means that every product and feature that we create is designed with all types of workers in mind, from field worke...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-pdf-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-pdf-features/ProductMon, 17 Feb 2020 07:39:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Wow, what an incredible couple of days we had at the American Camp Association (ACA) conference in San Diego, California! Our conference started off with a bang we set up our booth with piles of JotForm stickers, t-shirts, sunglasses, and four Google Nest Minis that we were giving away (to atte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-at-the-aca-conference/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-at-the-aca-conference/BackstageMon, 17 Feb 2020 07:18:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Rebrandly Trello Airtable Mailchimp Slack Asana Zapier Whether you’re starting a business from the ground up or are already on the upswing, having the right tools and minds on hand can make all the difference. But forming a dream team, writing a business plan,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-apps-to-boost-your-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-apps-to-boost-your-marketing/AdviceMon, 17 Feb 2020 06:29:14 +0000<![CDATA[ From the glitz and glamour to the suspense, there’s no season like awards season. At JotForm, we’re not only dedicated to making life easier with online forms we’re also huge movie nerds! Which is why when the 92nd Academy Awards rolled around, we couldn’t resist hosting an Oscars ballot for our u...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hosting-an-oscars-ballot/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hosting-an-oscars-ballot/ProductFri, 14 Feb 2020 15:12:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Marketing automation is an effective way to save time, increase productivity, and have better relationships with customers. And it’s no surprise that 63 percent of companies outgrow their competitors by using automation. With our all-in-one new marketing automation integration, Platform.ly, t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-platformly/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-platformly/ProductFri, 14 Feb 2020 13:08:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever watched Bar Rescue? Every episode is about a bar that was the hottest place in town but is now in decline and can’t figure out why until the star of the show, Jon Taffer, takes a hard look at their standard practices. You might say Taffer conducts a workflow analysis, which inevitably...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-optimization/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-optimization/AdviceFri, 14 Feb 2020 12:41:33 +0000<![CDATA[ The passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990 was a landmark achievement for people with disabilities, but it also gave businesses new responsibilities. The ADA mandates businesses provide “reasonable accommodation” and access to businesses, services, and information for everyone...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-accessibility-standards/https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-accessibility-standards/AdviceThu, 13 Feb 2020 14:33:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Without feedback, growth both personally and professionally would be difficult. Colleagues wouldn’t know how to better contribute to the team. Salespeople wouldn’t hone their selling skills and increase their close rates. Managers wouldn’t improve their leadership skills. People need feedback ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/constructive-feedback-guide/https://www.jotform.com/constructive-feedback-guide/GuidesThu, 13 Feb 2020 13:38:55 +0000<![CDATA[ YouTube Vimeo Wistia Uscreen Loom The rise in the popularity of video has naturally sparked the creation of numerous video hosting platforms. After all, we need somewhere to upload all this interesting visual content. https://youtu.be/7w122quvNrA But which platform should y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-hosting-platform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-hosting-platform/AdviceThu, 13 Feb 2020 10:45:23 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s nothing quite like buying something on the cheap, especially for smaller businesses that are just getting off the ground. So it should come as good news that Square doesn’t charge you to open an account with them. As an added benefit, Square doesn’t ask for any documentation before bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-transaction-fees/https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-transaction-fees/IndustriesWed, 12 Feb 2020 15:23:12 +0000<![CDATA[ How do you get a camel? Design a horse by committee. It’s an old joke that illuminates an important point in the process of making something, whether it’s a car or a company. It doesn’t matter how smart the people in the room are. If there is no unifying purpose, you won’t end up wit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-purpose/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-purpose/BackstageWed, 12 Feb 2020 12:35:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Excel is known for making data storage and organization more manageable, going far beyond the simple organization of rows and columns. But some users may overlook Excel’s ability to make tedious work much more efficient. Formulas in Excel can save you a lot of time and manual work. It’s all abou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-calculate-standard-deviation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-calculate-standard-deviation/AdviceTue, 11 Feb 2020 13:30:33 +0000<![CDATA[ There was a time when you needed a desktop or laptop to create an invoice, save it as a PDF, and email it to your client or customer. Invoicing software has changed all of that, especially for small- and medium-sized businesses that rely on invoices to not only bill customers or clients but also...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-invoicing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-invoicing/AdviceTue, 11 Feb 2020 13:09:41 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/Ea2wuauc4Hc There’s a reason why workflows aren’t chiseled in stone and are often created with sticky notes or user-friendly software. As business processes change, so do workflows.  Analysis is critical in ensuring workflows continue to improve efficiency and reduce c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-analysis/https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-analysis/AdviceMon, 10 Feb 2020 15:56:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Product-market fit Robust market/user testing Passion to disrupt the current market Leadership ability and vision An established, compelling company culture Engaged communities Willingness to hear feedback You’re ready to take your business idea to the next level. You have a compelli...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/signs-of-a-strong-startup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/signs-of-a-strong-startup/AdviceMon, 10 Feb 2020 15:52:31 +0000<![CDATA[ “That presentation was a disaster.” “No matter what I do, it’s not good enough.” “My product is a failure.” “I’m a failure.” It’s hard to imagine a friend or colleague talking to you this way. And yet, we talk to ourselves like this all the time. Navigating the highs and lows of r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/try-self-compassion/https://www.jotform.com/blog/try-self-compassion/BackstageMon, 10 Feb 2020 13:07:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Dropbox Pro and Dropbox Business sound very similar, but they aren’t the same plan. If you’re planning to use Dropbox for your company or for professional reasons, you’ll want to take a close look at Dropbox Pro vs Dropbox Business to see which best meets your needs because the names don’t tell the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-pro-vs-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-pro-vs-business/AdviceFri, 07 Feb 2020 11:41:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Market capitalization (the share price of the company’s stock multiplied by the number of shares) is just one way to estimate the value of a company. Sophisticated investors rely much more on enterprise value, which includes market capitalization along with cash on hand minus short-term and long-te...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-value/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-value/AdviceFri, 07 Feb 2020 11:20:30 +0000<![CDATA[ ProcessMaker is proud to announce that we’re releasing our first major update to our integration with Jotform. Last year, we launched Approval Workflow for Jotform, which enables Jotform users to initiate approval workflows with their forms. Users can route requests via email, Slack, or both, an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-dynamic-approvals-with-approval-workflow-for-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-dynamic-approvals-with-approval-workflow-for-jotform/ProductFri, 07 Feb 2020 07:13:24 +0000<![CDATA[ ClickUp Jira Easy Project Productboard Target Process Businesses and agencies of all sizes, as well as individuals, that use the agile method can use agile project management software. In other words, it’s specifically designed to make agile projects more efficient. One of the g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-project-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-project-management-software/AdviceThu, 06 Feb 2020 14:08:08 +0000<![CDATA[ In a head-to-head matchup, it’s hard to place a bet on Google Drive vs Dropbox. Both are great cloud storage services with plenty of space and free options for those who don’t need enterprise-level cloud storage. They both offer a lot of common features, including backing up files to the cloud, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-vs-google-drive/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-vs-google-drive/AdviceThu, 06 Feb 2020 13:09:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Create measurable goals Identify beneficial resources Know when to pivot Assess whether a partner can help your startup Develop a knowledge-sharing system Startup development takes time. There are challenges and opportunities in each phase that you, as the entrepreneur, must addr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-development-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-development-best-practices/AdviceWed, 05 Feb 2020 16:23:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Whova OpenConf Event Essentials Tripleseat Konfeo EventMobi From finding venues to hiring caterers, event planning has many moving parts. In fact, the primary characteristic of a successful event planner is their ability to remain calm and organized while they check all the neces...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-planning-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-planning-software/AdviceWed, 05 Feb 2020 15:58:06 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s no question that sleeplessness has been fetishized in the world of business, and particularly when it comes to entrepreneurs looking to make a mark. We work through evenings, weekends and vacations because this is what we’ve come to believe success looks like. We hear stories about found...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sleep-for-success/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sleep-for-success/BackstageWed, 05 Feb 2020 12:07:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Atlantic.net Liquid Web Rackspace Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure HIPAA Vault HIPAA violations cost healthcare organizations over $28 million in 2018. Anthem, one of the largest health insurance companies in the U.S., was forced to settle for a whopping $16 million followi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-hosting-services/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-hosting-services/IndustriesWed, 05 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Dynamics SAP Business One Professional Syspro Oracle NetSuite OneWorld ODOO ERP software helps streamline a company’s operations across the organization. Rather than serving the needs of just one department, the system integrates a variety of functions to meet the needs o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/erp-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/erp-software/AdviceTue, 04 Feb 2020 11:50:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign: Best for signatures in forms and contracts Dropbox Sign (formerly known as HelloSign): Best for automated workflows PandaDoc: Best for CRM integration Adobe Acrobat Sign: Best for those who use the Adobe tool suite Qwilr: Best for sales proposals HoneyBook: Best for s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-alternatives/AdviceTue, 04 Feb 2020 11:30:29 +0000<![CDATA[ When I was a kid, we played touch football in my neighborhood. We’d split into teams of six or seven and play until our parents called us in for dinner. There were no fixed positions. I played quarterback, tight end, wide receiver  whatever it took to move the ball down the field. Now, when I se...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/delegation-for-results/https://www.jotform.com/blog/delegation-for-results/BackstageMon, 03 Feb 2020 14:52:41 +0000<![CDATA[ The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is having a big impact on privacy standards throughout the United States. Businesses have many options for CCPA compliance, from off-the-shelf solutions and tools that make the transition as easy as possible to pricey consultants. But the better a business...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ccpa-compliance-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ccpa-compliance-checklist/AdviceMon, 03 Feb 2020 12:31:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a clear vision and plan for your volunteer program Consider your nonprofit’s image Craft your volunteer recruitment message Make it easy to sign up to volunteer Target your volunteer recruitment efforts Provide meaningful work Encourage word-of-mouth recruitment with ince...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-recruitment/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-recruitment/IndustriesMon, 03 Feb 2020 11:50:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Workflows break down end goals into tasks. You can design workflows for any project or repeating procedure whether you’re managing the launch of a new product, creating content for a monthly newsletter, or gathering user feedback, workflows establish an outline for how work should proceed. Work...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/what-is-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/products/workflows/what-is-workflow/GuidesFri, 31 Jan 2020 14:11:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Audacity Spotify for Podcasters (formerly Anchor) Cleanfeed Audio Hijack GarageBand Sony ACID Xpress Keku SquadCast Zencastr Adobe Audition Hindenburg Whether you’re collecting sound bites for a research project, interviewing a guest for your podcast, or recordi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-voice-recording-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-voice-recording-software/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2020 23:47:30 +0000<![CDATA[ PandaDoc FineReader (formerly known as FineScanner) Asana Woven Box IDrive Evernote Scannable Invoicely Expensify Sage One https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC_D3KYlwhA Going paperless helps businesses save time, money, and space. We’ve talked before about how t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-apps/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2020 12:05:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Sheets LibreOffice Apple Numbers WPS Office Free SoftMaker Office Hancom Office Polaris Office Grist Labs Zoho Sheet Zendesk (formerly known as BIME) QuickBase The year was 1987. We met the Simpsons for the first time, Whitney’s Houston’s “I Want to Dance with So...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/excel-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/excel-alternative/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2020 11:58:11 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/MMbB1U_-gnw You might think that giving positive employee feedback is a simple task. While it’s more pleasant and less stressful than delivering critical feedback, praising an employee comes with its own pitfalls. After all, too much praise can backfire if employees get the id...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/positive-employee-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/positive-employee-feedback/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2020 11:34:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating a workflow only seems complicated when you overthink it. You’ve already created workflows in your business without realizing it. Every business process you have, from paying invoices to hiring new employees, is made up of certain repeatable steps that you follow every time. Documenting ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-workflow/AdviceThu, 30 Jan 2020 01:54:58 +0000<![CDATA[ According to United States Census Bureau statistics, large enterprises (500+ employees according to this study) employ more than 51 percent of the working population. In other words, at least half of Americans work for an enterprise and have hundreds, if not thousands, of coworkers. At such a la...]]>https://www.jotform.com/enterprise-resource-planning/https://www.jotform.com/enterprise-resource-planning/EnterpriseWed, 29 Jan 2020 15:07:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform BirdEye Podium Wootric Zonka Feedback Qualtrics Qualaroo SurveyMonkey Nolt Email Customer feedback can provide valuable insights about your products, services, shopping experience, and more. You can use these insights to make adjustments to your business th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-feedback-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-feedback-software/IndustriesWed, 29 Jan 2020 14:45:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Organizations are confronted every day by myriad risks that could disrupt or even destroy their business. Prudent companies protect themselves with enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks that systematically assess probable risks, reveal sensible precautions, and begin planning for how to rec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-risk-management-frameworks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-risk-management-frameworks/AdviceWed, 29 Jan 2020 14:31:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Excel and click on New blank workbook. Type “Budget 2020” in cell A1 to label the sheet. Skip one row, enter your income sources, and end the list with a total. Skip another few rows, enter your expense sources, and add a total. Apply different font styles to titles (optiona...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-budget-in-excel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-budget-in-excel/AdviceWed, 29 Jan 2020 13:54:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Set clear goals for your volunteer training program Provide options for training Create a welcoming atmosphere Introduce yourself memorably Make engagement a key component of training Support your volunteers through continual training Set up a volunteer mentorship program Use interactive ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-training/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-training/IndustriesWed, 29 Jan 2020 11:38:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Businesses have learned how to profit from using their customers’ data. By learning ever more about both the idiosyncrasies of individual customers and broad demographic groups, these businesses have improved their marketing and customer satisfaction. Until recently, they faced few legal restrictio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ccpa-requirements/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ccpa-requirements/AdviceWed, 29 Jan 2020 10:46:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Axe Tota11y Functional Accessibility Evaluator AChecker Wave Your website should be accessible to everyone. This means ensuring that people with disabilities can interact with, navigate, and consume your content. Government organizations must comply with Section 508, legislati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-accessibility-checker/https://www.jotform.com/blog/web-accessibility-checker/AdviceTue, 28 Jan 2020 15:50:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Mobility Security File sharing and collaboration Backup Storage space Screenshot sharing File rewinds Works on materials offline Automate your workflow In today’s work environment, storing all files on a single hard drive isn’t practical. A lot of people, whether for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-benefits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-benefits/AdviceTue, 28 Jan 2020 15:05:11 +0000<![CDATA[ SAP Oracle Salesforce Microsoft Every enterprise needs tools to control and monitor their activities and progress toward success. These tools must collect, analyze, and present understandable and actionable data to decision-makers. The tools also allow for more efficient and effectiv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-software-companies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-software-companies/AdviceTue, 28 Jan 2020 14:54:09 +0000<![CDATA[ The purpose of marketing and the strategies you use to achieve your goals tend to remain similar throughout your startup's development. But marketing tactics should change throughout the company’s life cycle, from seed to launch to expansion and maturity. Here’s another way to look at the strate...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-lifecycle-stages/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-lifecycle-stages/AdviceTue, 28 Jan 2020 14:46:48 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/1vWSG0QXN70 Let me guess you’ve probably googled “SEO for photographers” and felt a tad overwhelmed by the sheer volume and technical difficulty of much of the information you found there. If you’re like most photographers, you’d much rather spend time practicing your craf...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/seo-for-photographers/https://www.jotform.com/photography/seo-for-photographers/IndustriesTue, 28 Jan 2020 13:17:43 +0000<![CDATA[ “Re-examine all you have been told at school or church or in any book, dismiss whatever insults your own soul.” Walt Whitman People who really make an effort  who put themselves out into the world, eager to build something better  can be particularly sensitive to criticism. You might wonder...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/love-criticism/https://www.jotform.com/blog/love-criticism/BackstageMon, 27 Jan 2020 13:55:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Volunteers give freely of their time and talent when they believe in the mission of your organization. They want to be engaged in worthwhile work that makes a tangible contribution. And, like everyone, they want to be appreciated. How do you make them feel appreciated? One way is to ask for thei...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-survey-questions/IndustriesMon, 27 Jan 2020 13:10:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Oracle NetSuite Microsoft Dynamics 365 Odoo SAP Business One Syspro As we discussed in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: A Comprehensive Guide, enterprises are defined as large businesses with challenges that are inherent to their size, such as complex internal processes, sal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/erp-system-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/erp-system-examples/AdviceMon, 27 Jan 2020 12:49:13 +0000<![CDATA[ I’m a UX designer at JotForm, an easy-to-use online form builder. Every day, our design team tries to help our users have a richer, more productive experience with our product. A year and a half ago, we embarked on a lofty journey that was full of challenges along the way: A complete rede...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-behind-the-scenes-look-at-how-we-redesigned-our-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-behind-the-scenes-look-at-how-we-redesigned-our-software/Latest ArticlesSat, 25 Jan 2020 14:27:00 +0000<![CDATA[ If paid staff are the rudders of nonprofit organizations, volunteers are their engines. They help with fundraising, staff events, and administrative tasks, freeing up paid staff to focus on grant writing, strategic planning, and keeping overhead costs down. Volunteers bring a passion for the cau...]]>https://www.jotform.com/volunteer-management/https://www.jotform.com/volunteer-management/GuidesFri, 24 Jan 2020 15:22:06 +0000<![CDATA[ ERP implementation is the process of installing new enterprise resource planning software, moving data to the new system, setting up processes, and training staff. Since ERP software helps to manage and integrate an entire organization, the implementation process can take anywhere from a few weeks ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/erp-implementation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/erp-implementation/AdviceFri, 24 Jan 2020 12:51:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Social media has become an indispensable component of building an employer brand that attracts dynamic talent. Effective social media can draw a crowd to your company at recruiting events. In fact, 94 percent of professional recruiters cite social media as the key tool for recruitment. Job seeke...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-recruitment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-recruitment/AdviceFri, 24 Jan 2020 12:23:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Acuity Scheduling Square Appointments Calendly Vagaro DaySmart Appointments (formerly known as AppointmentPlus) THousecall Pro Insight by Syntec Sign In Scheduling (formerly 10to8) Simplybook.me vCita Online Scheduling Scheduling software helps busy prof...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-appointment-scheduling-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-appointment-scheduling-software/AdviceThu, 23 Jan 2020 12:59:49 +0000<![CDATA[ There are many ways to evaluate a company’s worth, and there’s no one right or wrong way to do so. Market capitalization is just one measurement investors use to guide their investment strategy. Market capitalization, or market cap, is the price investors use to interpret a company’s value. Joel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/market-cap/https://www.jotform.com/blog/market-cap/AdviceThu, 23 Jan 2020 12:35:09 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/nAEXbsBBBMo Every organization wants to hire employees who are a good fit. This all begins with the recruitment process, which has increasingly become less about the company and more about the candidate.  As companies compete for top talent, it’s important to implement...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-strategies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-strategies/AdviceWed, 22 Jan 2020 14:26:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Galaxy Digital Get Connected Volunteer Impact NationBuilder InitLive VolunteerHub VolunteerMark VolunteerLocal Most nonprofits rely on volunteers to fulfill their missions. Choosing the best volunteer management software for your organization can help you find and retain volunt...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-management-software/AdviceWed, 22 Jan 2020 14:06:47 +0000<![CDATA[ An enterprise company is an entity possessing the right to do business on its own. “Enterprise” is a term we hear a lot in the business world, but what exactly makes a company an enterprise? What is an enterprise company? The definition of an enterprise is not cut-and-dried. Many expla...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-an-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-an-enterprise/AdviceTue, 21 Jan 2020 12:56:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Unlike giving positive feedback, delivering critical feedback is stressful. After all, who wants to confront someone else about the shortcomings in their work or actions? Nonetheless, sharing critical feedback is necessary when the person is unaware of an issue you’ve noticed. Giving critical fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/critical-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/critical-feedback/AdviceTue, 21 Jan 2020 10:54:54 +0000<![CDATA[ What is inventory management? As you’ll learn throughout this guide, it’s the core of any product-based business. It’s also a process that involves ordering, storing, and making use of inventory. But there’s more to it than that it’s about knowing when to restock certain items, how much to make or...]]>https://www.jotform.com/inventory-management/https://www.jotform.com/inventory-management/GuidesMon, 20 Jan 2020 14:22:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Let’s say you find yourself miles above the earth, traveling to an exotic island where you’ll spend a blissful two weeks under the sun. You’ve packed all of the necessary items: swimsuit, sunscreen, your favorite thriller to read while you’re lounging out on the sand. Everything points to a relaxin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/strategic-thinking-guide/https://www.jotform.com/blog/strategic-thinking-guide/BackstageMon, 20 Jan 2020 13:13:03 +0000<![CDATA[ The first email was sent in 1971. Almost 50 years laters, email is still going strong. It’s one of the most common forms of communication among business professionals, with a whopping 124.5 billion emails sent and received every single day. But what can we say? Here at JotForm, we’re big o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-top-email-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-top-email-features/ProductMon, 20 Jan 2020 07:37:36 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s nothing quite like hearing back from people after asking them for something you really need. But what if you need to share that information with multiple people, such as contractors, partners, and colleagues, so they can take action? You could forward the notification email that’s aut...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-notification-emails-to-multiple-recipients/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-notification-emails-to-multiple-recipients/ProductMon, 20 Jan 2020 07:16:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Mailchimp Constant Contact AWeber ActiveCampaign Campaign Monitor As we look ahead to the next decade, email is just as relevant today as it was 20, 30, and in some cases, even 40-plus years ago. In the 1970s and 1980s, academic researchers used email to exchange messages throug...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-integrations-of-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-integrations-of-jotform/ProductMon, 20 Jan 2020 06:57:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Approximately 3.2 million pets are adopted each year in the U.S. They don’t just land on doorsteps, though. All around the country, animal rescues and shelters are on a mission to help save pets and place them in loving homes. Amanda Lee, founder of Underdog Animal Rescue, is one of the people w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-spotlight-underdog-animal-rescue/https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-spotlight-underdog-animal-rescue/Customer StoriesFri, 17 Jan 2020 16:20:25 +0000<![CDATA[ For companies that collect information from their users, disclosing how that process works isn’t just a resolution for 2020 it’s a requirement. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), which went into force on New Year’s Day, directs many large organizations including JotForm to inform cli...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ccpa-compliance-and-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ccpa-compliance-and-data-collection/ProductFri, 17 Jan 2020 16:07:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Sheets Microsoft Excel Orderhive TradeGecko Stitch Labs When it comes to managing inventory, keeping count by hand is outdated except when you’re performing an audit. Even small businesses can have hundreds of SKUs to manage, with hundreds to thousands of products to track....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-software/AdviceThu, 16 Jan 2020 13:13:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables Smartsheet Airtable Microsoft Excel Google Sheets LibreOffice Calc Apache OpenOffice Calc Apple Numbers Quip It used to be that whenever the word “spreadsheet” was mentioned, people were filled with anxiety, dread, boredom, or a combination of the three...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-spreadsheet-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-spreadsheet-software/AdviceThu, 16 Jan 2020 08:42:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Enter into a business agreement today, and it’s unlikely that you’ll be mailed (or faxed) several sheets of paper to sign. These days, most companies send contracts via email or other electronic delivery, so they can be signed faster, and work can commence immediately. While some lawyers still p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/online-contracts-instead-of-paper-contracts/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/online-contracts-instead-of-paper-contracts/AdviceWed, 15 Jan 2020 14:40:01 +0000<![CDATA[ When the European Union ratified its General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) standards in 2016, it sent a shockwave through much of the world. Any business that handled the data of an EU resident would have to comply by the time the law went into effect two years later. But it also created an exp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/ccpa-compliance/https://www.jotform.com/ccpa-compliance/GuidesWed, 15 Jan 2020 12:57:25 +0000<![CDATA[ In May 2018, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) took effect. All businesses handling data from residents of the European Union must now comply with the EU’s new privacy standards. This was a big shift for companies accustomed to viewing consumer data as a lightly regu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ccpa-vs-gdpr/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ccpa-vs-gdpr/AdviceWed, 15 Jan 2020 11:16:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Getting feedback from your customers is essential to learning about their likes and dislikes, and understanding their perspective. You can use these insights to improve the products and services you offer, the customer experience, and ultimately your bottom line. But what feedback questions shou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/feedback-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/feedback-questions/IndustriesTue, 14 Jan 2020 13:31:35 +0000<![CDATA[ OpenProject Odoo ProjectLibre ZenTao Project management software is essential for organizing, tracking, and assessing projects. Project managers who want even more control over their processes can benefit from using an open source project management tool. Open source project manag...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/open-source-project-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/open-source-project-management-software/AdviceTue, 14 Jan 2020 12:52:44 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to determining a company’s value, no single number tells the entire story. Instead, investors look at several components, such as enterprise value, to get a more holistic view of the company.  Enterprise value is a formula that factors in important financial elements of a comp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-calculate-enterprise-value/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-calculate-enterprise-value/AdviceMon, 13 Jan 2020 16:28:41 +0000<![CDATA[ I was seated in the middle of a noisy airport waiting for my next flight, listening to a new audiobook. All around me, people bustled back and forth, lugging their carry-ons and speaking loudly to one another. It was easy to feel caught up in the blur of faces and palpable anxiety. But in ord...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clarity-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clarity-productivity/BackstageMon, 13 Jan 2020 11:53:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Oodo Conga Contracts Oracle NetSuite ContractWorks Mitratech Outlaw Onit Contract Lifecycle Management Much like contract management software, contract lifecycle management software helps you manage contracts. The big difference between the two is that contract lifecycle ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/contract-lifecycle-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/contract-lifecycle-management-software/AdviceFri, 10 Jan 2020 14:25:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Focus Booster: Best for daily lists of completed tasks TomatoTimer: Best for no-frills functionality RoundPie App (formerly PomoDoneApp): Best for task management integration Focus Keeper: Best for timer customizations Focus To-Do: Best for time management enhancement Marinara Time...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-pomodoro-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-pomodoro-app/AdviceThu, 09 Jan 2020 13:05:29 +0000<![CDATA[ We live in a world where nearly everything in our lives has been digitized. One key aspect is the data mobility we’ve come to take for granted.  The Pew Research Center estimates that median smartphone ownership among adults in advanced economies is 76 percent. The consumer-centric U.S. is ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-inventory-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-inventory-management/AdviceThu, 09 Jan 2020 10:57:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform : Best for organizations that need to collect, view, and manage information Slack: Best for organizations that need to streamline team member communication Zoom: Best for organizations that need to have remote, synchronous meetings Krisp: Best for remote workers in noisy environ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/essential-software-tools-for-remote-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/essential-software-tools-for-remote-work/AdviceWed, 08 Jan 2020 14:15:00 +0000<![CDATA[ A void contract is legally invalid from the moment the two parties sign it because it’s illegal or violates public policy. A voidable contract is legal to begin with, but can later be declared by one of the parties (or in a court of law) to be no longer in effect. Certain essential elemen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/void-vs-voidable-contract/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/void-vs-voidable-contract/AdviceWed, 08 Jan 2020 14:09:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Setting personal goals for the new year is a long tradition. Why not expand on that tradition to include business goals? A good place to start is setting recruitment goals for {! YEAR !}. The new year, not to mention the new decade, is a natural time to review processes, determine what’s working...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-goals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-goals/AdviceTue, 07 Jan 2020 17:26:25 +0000<![CDATA[ ASAP Systems Jotform Inventory Management Templates Zangerine Fishbowl As your business grows, you might expand the number of products you sell and store as well as increase your warehouse staff. Your operations can quickly become overwhelming if you aren’t using modern solutions th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-apps/AdviceTue, 07 Jan 2020 17:15:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Zoho Projects Wrike Asana monday.com LiquidPlanner Smartsheet Workfront Airtable When you’re leading team projects, you need software that delivers. Specifically, you need a project management software that fosters seamless collaboration for multiple users. High-level...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaborative-project-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaborative-project-management-software/AdviceMon, 06 Jan 2020 15:18:12 +0000<![CDATA[ “If you have learned how to disagree without being disagreeable, then you have discovered the secret of getting along  whether it be business, family relations, or life itself.”  Bernard Meltzer Many years ago, when I worked as a Junior Developer in New York City, I had a coworker who refus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthy-disagreement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthy-disagreement/BackstageMon, 06 Jan 2020 11:09:53 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s long been a terrible  and entirely unfounded  belief that the most powerful people must accrue the worst kinds of personality traits in order to be successful. I’m talking about the outdated management model of the tyrannical boss  the one who everyone tiptoes around, worried about wheth...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/gratitude-leadership/https://www.jotform.com/blog/gratitude-leadership/BackstageWed, 01 Jan 2020 14:33:28 +0000<![CDATA[ My co-ed softball team is terrible. We’ve gone two seasons in a row without winning a single game, and an umpire once gave us extra outs because he felt bad about how badly we were losing. We don’t even finish most games because of our league’s “mercy” rule. And I’m grateful for that. It’s still...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-helped-save-my-co-ed-softball-team/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-jotform-helped-save-my-co-ed-softball-team/ProductTue, 31 Dec 2019 13:04:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Stage 1: Existence Stage 2: Survival Stage 3: Success Stage 4: Takeoff Stage 5: Maturation From the initial startup stage to launch, and from expansion to maturity, your small business will go through many stages of growth. No small business ever stays the same. https://youtu.b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-five-stages-of-small-business-growth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-five-stages-of-small-business-growth/AdviceTue, 31 Dec 2019 08:46:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Attend industry events Host your own events Consider using AI Speak to them literally Use online forums Get friendly with Realtors “Puzzle” your candidates It’s a job seeker’s market out there, and finding top talent can be a huge challenge. According to the National Feder...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-ideas/AdviceTue, 31 Dec 2019 07:36:55 +0000<![CDATA[ During the coming decade, video will become the king of lead-generation. YouTube is already the de-facto internet ringleader, and social networks have begun falling and rising based on the way they harness the power of video. Today, video is in the process of taking over another area: marketi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-marketing-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-marketing-tips/AdviceMon, 30 Dec 2019 14:32:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Enforceable contracts are detailed documents. Skilled attorneys will advise laying out the terms and conditions explicitly in a formal written document, with the main sections of the contract being laid out in one or more paragraphs known as “clauses.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LUUTYkaAu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-a-clause-in-a-contract/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-a-clause-in-a-contract/AdviceMon, 30 Dec 2019 10:52:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Today, recruiters face a host of challenges, no matter the economic circumstances. When the unemployment rate is low, there are fewer candidates to draw from. Conversely, when unemployment is high, recruiters are flooded with resumes but struggle to place even the well-qualified candidates. The ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-challenges/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recruitment-challenges/AdviceFri, 27 Dec 2019 13:29:07 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re just starting out in a product-based business, your main concern is getting product out the door so you can collect payment from customers. But as you scale up, you’ll need better inventory management.  Below we explore several benefits of small business inventory management and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-inventory-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-inventory-management/AdviceFri, 27 Dec 2019 13:03:06 +0000<![CDATA[ There are two primary categories of contracts in business bilateral contracts and unilateral contracts. The two have important features in common. Both contain terms and conditions that, if breached, can result in legal disputes. The party that sues must prove the contract is valid and that they s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/unilateral-vs-bilateral-contract/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/unilateral-vs-bilateral-contract/AdviceThu, 26 Dec 2019 16:09:38 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/i0nAa_kTa6I No business stays the same forever. Yours will undergo a continual evolution, transforming from an idea to a full-fledged company. In the process, your startup will go through various life-cycle stages. Each is critical to your ongoing success, and each brings uniq...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-life-cycle/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-life-cycle/AdviceThu, 26 Dec 2019 13:08:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Negotiating a contract is as much about listening as talking. Each of the parties is seeking advantageous terms, but a negotiation isn’t a contest. A “winning” negotiation results in a fair contract that will sustain a mutually beneficial business relationship.  A contract is too important ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-negotiate-a-contract/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-negotiate-a-contract/AdviceWed, 25 Dec 2019 12:25:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Squarespace Wix SmugMug Jimdo Pixpa 8B Weebly Format FOTOMAT Zenfolio PhotoShelter Dunked Portfoliobox Given the powerful pull of images, both online and offline, it’s no surprise that businesses value photos and photographers. However, according to a rece...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/best-photography-website-builder/https://www.jotform.com/photography/best-photography-website-builder/IndustriesWed, 25 Dec 2019 12:00:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Wix Weebly Shift4Shop (formerly 3dcart) Webflow Squarespace Shopify Format WordPress.com SiteBuilder Gator Duda Jimdo In the early days of the internet, building a website meant you had to know how to code. So in 2009 when I had to create my first real web...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-website-builders/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-website-builders/AdviceTue, 24 Dec 2019 15:10:19 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to sharing or storing files online, Dropbox is king. By 2018, the file service had 500 million users, including 11.5 million paid users. But should your business use Dropbox? The short answer is maybe if you take the right steps. If your organization is a HIPAA-covered entity, you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-dropbox-hipaa-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-dropbox-hipaa-compliant/IndustriesTue, 24 Dec 2019 14:40:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Every time I’m on a plane, I listen to the flight attendants provide some crucial, potentially life-saving information. Seatbelts, flotation devices, emergency exit rows: we’re glad that they exist but hope we’ll never need them. When talking about oxygen masks, they always instruct us to secure...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/protect-your-schedule/https://www.jotform.com/blog/protect-your-schedule/BackstageMon, 23 Dec 2019 17:02:21 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/S7cL5B-oCF4 Successful internship programs strive to be an equitable win-win for graduates seeking early career opportunities and growing companies in need of fresh talent.  The intern gets a valuable opportunity to demonstrate the hard skills they bring from their stu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hire-an-intern/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-hire-an-intern/AdviceMon, 23 Dec 2019 14:04:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Color wars. Campfire s’mores. Arts and crafts projects. Jumping off “the blob.” These are some of the nostalgic memories many of us have when we think about summers spent at camp. In fact, there are entire shows like this popular Disney show from the late 1990s all about how fun su...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/summer-camp-director/https://www.jotform.com/blog/summer-camp-director/IndustriesMon, 23 Dec 2019 12:56:26 +0000<![CDATA[ A dedicated online platform to share images is essential for professional photographers. When they want to sell their work and share photos with clients securely, ordinary cloud storage tools aren’t enough. Two of the most common hosting tools used for organizing, presenting, and selling digital im...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/zenfolio-vs-smugmug/https://www.jotform.com/photography/zenfolio-vs-smugmug/IndustriesFri, 20 Dec 2019 13:03:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Few things can make us feel more accomplished than crushing a to-do list–and science backs up this momentary thrill. Ticking off a task releases dopamine in the brain, and we all crave this “feel-good” neurotransmitter. The more tasks we complete, the more chemical rewards we enjoy. Bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-should-plan-your-day-by-priorities-not-time/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-should-plan-your-day-by-priorities-not-time/BackstageFri, 20 Dec 2019 11:44:30 +0000<![CDATA[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HC_D3KYlwhA Most of us are already wearing multiple hats at work, but there’s one, in particular, we should all consider adding to our repertoire: in-office conservationist. No matter what type of office you work in, chances are, there’s a mountain of paper b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paper-saving/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paper-saving/AdviceThu, 19 Dec 2019 14:55:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Productivity is a hot-button issue for just about every business. If your organization isn’t productive, how can you realistically expect to grow? But determining the best way to evaluate productivity and make positive changes is, by no means, simple. In fact, the factors that contribute to prod...]]>https://www.jotform.com/productivity-guide/https://www.jotform.com/productivity-guide/GuidesThu, 19 Dec 2019 14:42:49 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever signed a contract like a catering contract for a kid’s birthday party, divorce settlement agreement, or kitchen renovation arrangement you know how important it is. Because written contracts are legal documents, they are binding contracts that state the parties’  commitments ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/breach-of-contract/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/breach-of-contract/AdviceWed, 18 Dec 2019 14:11:16 +0000<![CDATA[ People’s private information is quickly becoming a best seller on the black market. Data like medical records can be used to assume a person’s identity and potentially ruin their lives. And this isn’t just happening to adults kids are being targeted too. In 2018, education organizations experie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-vs-ferpa/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-vs-ferpa/IndustriesWed, 18 Dec 2019 13:59:39 +0000<![CDATA[ A professor puts large rocks in a jar in front of his class and asks if the jar is full. His class says yes. Then, he puts smaller pebbles in the jar and shakes it until the pebbles are distributed among the rocks. Again, the class says the jar is full. Then, he pours sand into the jar, filli...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/choose-critical-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/choose-critical-work/BackstageWed, 18 Dec 2019 12:49:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re in e-commerce, manufacturing, or another type of product-based business, keeping up with inventory can be a significant operational burden. Customer orders are (hopefully) never-ending, and you’re constantly trying to make sure you have enough product on hand to fulfill orders withou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-techniques/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-techniques/AdviceTue, 17 Dec 2019 11:25:40 +0000<![CDATA[ We have done thousands of usability tests and user interviews over the years. But none of them were as special as the one we just did. That’s because it was our first usability test with a blind user. It was an incredible experience, and I wanted to share it with you. We have just released a featur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-blind-people-use-online-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-blind-people-use-online-forms/ProductTue, 17 Dec 2019 07:51:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Every seasoned professional who manages inventory has a perspective on optimizing inventory processes and making the most of warehouse space. After all, what works for some business models may not work well for others. But there are some basic principles that are applicable across the board. Take a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inventory-management-best-practices/AdviceMon, 16 Dec 2019 13:12:04 +0000<![CDATA[ I've never seen anyone age faster than a president during their time in office. Between their inauguration and their last day, they look like they’ve endured far more than their four or eight years in the Oval Office. You can see the realities of the job in the lines on their faces and the gray in ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stress-matters/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stress-matters/BackstageMon, 16 Dec 2019 12:46:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Here at JotForm, we believe everyone, including users with disabilities, should be able to easily access online forms. That’s why we’re excited to announce Accessible Forms, a feature that can make all of our user’s lives easier and more productive. What teams can do with Accessible Forms ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-accessible-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-accessible-forms/ProductMon, 16 Dec 2019 02:45:17 +0000<![CDATA[ ’Tis the season for endings and new beginnings. But before we wave goodbye to the 2010s and look ahead to 2020, we think it’s a good time to look back on all that was new in 2019. The year was full of opportunities to connect JotForm users with more of the apps and platforms that can help the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-year-in-review-2019/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-year-in-review-2019/ProductMon, 16 Dec 2019 02:36:35 +0000<![CDATA[ A few months ago, Jotform reached an exciting milestone: We crossed the 5 million total users mark. That’s equivalent to the entire population of New Zealand (sheep not included). I’m thrilled, but mostly, I’m grateful. Thank you to everyone who has tried and trusted our product over the past...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-million-users-reflection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-million-users-reflection/BackstageMon, 16 Dec 2019 01:24:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Recruitment is the process of identifying and attracting job seekers and building a pool of qualified applicants. It usually involves developing a recruitment strategy, searching for candidates, screening applications, and managing and evaluating the process. Ideally, the recruitment process will a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/recruitment-process/https://www.jotform.com/recruitment-process/GuidesFri, 13 Dec 2019 11:35:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating and signing legally binding contracts can be an overwhelming process especially if you don’t know what to include or look for. After all, if each party’s rights, responsibilities, terms, and expectations aren’t clearly articulated in a contract, you risk an incomplete deal or a breach of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/privity-of-contract/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/privity-of-contract/AdviceFri, 13 Dec 2019 07:43:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Everyone in the payment industry is striving for compliance with the EU’s second payment services directive (PSD2). If you’re a business owner, you’re no doubt concerned about whether the payment services you use comply with the new directive, which goes into effect January 1, 2021. If they are...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-authorize-net-psd2-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-authorize-net-psd2-compliant/IndustriesThu, 12 Dec 2019 11:42:48 +0000<![CDATA[ I often talk to other entrepreneurs at early-stage startups who want to do it all. They want to disrupt industries, to change the way we do things, to shift cultural paradigms. They are hungry and ambitious, energized and ready to go. We have one great conversation, then I never hear from them a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/doing-too-much/https://www.jotform.com/blog/doing-too-much/BackstageWed, 11 Dec 2019 11:46:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Barcodes QR codes RFID tags POS systems Back in the day, inventory was counted by hand. While that’s still done in many cases, whether due to a small budget or the need for an audit, technology has helped make keeping count easier. Below we cover several types of inventory management...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-inventory-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-inventory-management/AdviceWed, 11 Dec 2019 10:27:37 +0000<![CDATA[ The terms “agreement” and “contract” are often used interchangeably, but they aren’t necessarily the same thing. A contract is a specific agreement usually in writing and signed with terms and conditions that are enforceable in court. An agreement may fall short of being an enforceable contract.&...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/agreement-vs-contract/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/agreement-vs-contract/AdviceWed, 11 Dec 2019 10:19:41 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/Q87jqyN__Bo Whether you’re in the midst of launching a new company, introducing your existing offline business to the internet, or simply rebranding, a good website always starts with a solid domain name. Understanding how to name your up-and-coming website can be a dauntin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-domain-name/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-domain-name/AdviceTue, 10 Dec 2019 14:39:59 +0000<![CDATA[ What is email marketing? Email marketing is sending emails to external stakeholders, such as clients, customers, or business partners. These messages typically provide promotional or educational content and encourage people to take some sort of action, whether it’s to buy a product or donate to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/email-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/email-marketing/GuidesMon, 09 Dec 2019 14:42:03 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that burnout is a big problem. A recent Gallup poll found that two-thirds of Americans who work full-time experience burnout on the job. What’s the best solution for preventing the negative effects of burnout? For many stressed-out workers, the obvious way forward is to find some ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-work-life-balance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-work-life-balance/BackstageMon, 09 Dec 2019 11:44:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Identification of the parties Rights and obligations of the parties What each party is giving Term Termination rights Obligations and rights if something goes wrong Dispute resolution A legal contract is an agreement between two parties that creates mutual, legally enforcea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/elements-of-a-contract/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/elements-of-a-contract/AdviceMon, 09 Dec 2019 08:28:27 +0000<![CDATA[ When you need to create a compelling case for investment funding, a traditional business plan can often be a little too long. In some cases, that long document may complicate an otherwise simple idea. Sometimes, less may actually be more. To document the core of a business idea or expansion, it ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-business-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lean-business-plan/AdviceFri, 06 Dec 2019 11:52:05 +0000<![CDATA[ InvoiceBerry Paypal Invoicing FreshBooks Zoho Invoice Xero Everyone hates waiting, but we all have to do it. Whether you’re waiting in traffic or waiting for your food to arrive in a restaurant, it’s a fact of life that makes you groan, sigh, complain, and stress out all at on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/invoicing-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/invoicing-software/AdviceThu, 05 Dec 2019 15:04:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether it’s a business arrangement or bringing in a new roommate, both parties want an agreement in place to protect them if something goes wrong. They usually turn to contracts agreements that lay out terms and conditions that will govern the parties’ relationship.. If one party fails to hold up...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/contract-law/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/contract-law/AdviceThu, 05 Dec 2019 08:05:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Cloud storage has become an essential resource for businesses of all sizes in every industry. Storing documents, images, and other important files “in the cloud” makes them accessible wherever Wi-Fi is reliable. This can dramatically improve business productivity. Remote workers and in-office teams...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/amazon-drive-vs-google-drive/https://www.jotform.com/blog/amazon-drive-vs-google-drive/AdviceWed, 04 Dec 2019 14:24:58 +0000<![CDATA[ For any organization that accepts payments online, e-commerce can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, e-commerce connects you to a growing number of people in the world who have access to the internet, a credit card in hand, and a desire to save time by paying online. The popularity of e-co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cybersource-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cybersource-integration/IndustriesWed, 04 Dec 2019 11:31:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Introduction [00:00:01] Annabel Maw: Hi everyone. Thank you so much for joining our webinar today. My name is Annabel, and I’m really excited to be speaking with you about our new feature called Accessible Forms. Today’s webinar is going to be called “How to make your forms accessible for peo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/accessible-forms/webinar-accessible-forms/https://www.jotform.com/accessible-forms/webinar-accessible-forms/Latest ArticlesWed, 04 Dec 2019 06:31:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Suite Amazon Web Services Dropbox Business Box Microsoft OneDrive Whether it’s sending invoices, emailing customers, or creating a holiday marketing plan, creating, storing, and sharing digital content is a daily business function. A dedicated cloud storage system makes al...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-storage-for-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cloud-storage-for-small-business/AdviceTue, 03 Dec 2019 12:43:04 +0000<![CDATA[ I have this recurring dream where I step into an extensive library brimming with books  books up to the ceiling and spread across mahogany shelves. Books with different colored spines and in every nook imaginable. Here, I have all the time in the world to sit among the voices of great philoso...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/read-to-focus/https://www.jotform.com/blog/read-to-focus/BackstageMon, 02 Dec 2019 12:43:05 +0000<![CDATA[ A contract basically lays out all the mutual obligations of two or more parties who promise to conduct certain activities. The contracts need to include some fields, such as the names of the parties, obligations of the parties, how the disputes will be solved etc. Contract management system...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-contract/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-contract/GuidesMon, 02 Dec 2019 08:30:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Photoshelter SmugMug Squarespace Weebly Wix Zenfolio As a professional photographer, or someone who aspires to be, you likely already know a robust online presence is required if you want to land clients, sell your work, and build your business beyond local word of mouth. L...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/photography-portfolio-websites/https://www.jotform.com/photography/photography-portfolio-websites/IndustriesThu, 28 Nov 2019 08:51:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Widespread access to connected devices and digital technologies is changing the landscape of the field service management sector. Telematics systems provide complete visibility into vehicle locations in real time. Mobile apps enable easy communication between field service workers and the office. R...]]>https://www.jotform.com/field-service-management/https://www.jotform.com/field-service-management/GuidesWed, 27 Nov 2019 14:56:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Your business plan should contain a SWOT analysis a matrix that lists strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats related to launching your startup. However, a SWOT analysis can also help an existing business determine if its current or planned strategy will work. The analysis can guide your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/swot-action-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/swot-action-plan/AdviceWed, 27 Nov 2019 14:02:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Keep it together. You got this. I nervously reviewed my talking points before meeting with my manager. I was pursuing my first job as a Junior Developer at a small software firm in New York City, and though I was eager to do my best, he always seemed disappointed. I paced back and fort...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-bosses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-bosses/BackstageWed, 27 Nov 2019 13:16:23 +0000<![CDATA[ A San Francisco healthcare facility is in big trouble. Laguna Honda Hospital, a public, city-run facility that serves as a live-in hospital, nursing home, and rehabilitation center for 780 patients, has already paid out $780,000 in fines, and it may get hit with even more penalties. Why? For mor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-regulations-for-nursing-homes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-regulations-for-nursing-homes/IndustriesTue, 26 Nov 2019 11:33:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Lead generation is the process of converting potential customers of a certain product to leads and initiating their buyer journey. Lead generation has several methods, with inbound and outbound marketing being the most popular ones. With the digital revolution, online lead generation method...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/lead-generation/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/lead-generation/GuidesMon, 25 Nov 2019 13:56:31 +0000<![CDATA[ I was camped out at a table in my favorite cafe, pounding away at the keyboard. For the previous six months, I had been working overtime  by choice. I had an idea for a product that could make people’s lives better, but I wasn’t quite ready to call it quits at my day job. So I spent my days writ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/saying-no/https://www.jotform.com/blog/saying-no/BackstageMon, 25 Nov 2019 12:57:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Templates Business plan software Graph and chart programs Database Cloud based applications Perhaps you have a good sense of the sections that go into a business plan thanks to Jotform’s business plan resources. These tools can help you organize information and create a standout fi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-plan-tool/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-plan-tool/AdviceMon, 25 Nov 2019 11:03:09 +0000<![CDATA[ A landing page is a standalone web page created specifically to guide visitors toward a specific action, such as signing up for a newsletter, downloading a resource, or making a purchase. Unlike regular website pages, landing pages are highly focused and designed with a single goal in mindreducing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/what-is-a-landing-page/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/what-is-a-landing-page/GuidesFri, 22 Nov 2019 11:52:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Consider for a moment how the success of a surgery relies on the surgeon’s relationship with the anesthesiologist. Their shared goal is to restore the patient to health. Each is trained to perform essential surgical tasks. The success of the surgery depends upon the skill and cooperation of both pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-hitech/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-hitech/IndustriesFri, 22 Nov 2019 07:02:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign: best for easily creating documents with a drag-and-drop builder Proposify: best for embedding multimedia files into your proposals Qwilr: best for showing interactive pricing models to clients Docusign: best for automating agreement workflows Salesforce CPQ: best for int...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/pandadoc-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/pandadoc-alternatives/AdviceThu, 21 Nov 2019 11:48:44 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2015, media reports alerted the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights that a medical center in Florida had mishandled protected health information (PHI), exposing detailed personal and medical information about patients. The OCR investigation uncovered some unse...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-ethics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/medical-ethics/IndustriesThu, 21 Nov 2019 10:43:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Once upon a time, we had no smartphones or connected devices. Now, it’s hard to imagine a world without them. When companies first introduced these devices as business ideas, there was nothing quite like them. But visionary entrepreneurs still came up with business plans for target markets that ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-plan-for-a-new-market/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-plan-for-a-new-market/AdviceWed, 20 Nov 2019 14:42:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Learning to manage your time efficiently means you can accomplish your goals faster, get work completed on time, and take control of your schedule. Prioritization Organization Delegation Focus Learning to say no Batching Minimizing distractions Managing stress Asking for help ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-management-skills/https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-management-skills/AdviceWed, 20 Nov 2019 14:20:27 +0000<![CDATA[ The first day at a new job should be the exciting start of a new chapter in your career. For one lab tech at a Maine hospital, her first day was a shocking introduction to a hostile environment. She discovered that her coworkers were mocking their disabled patients by posting their private medic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-protected-health-information/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-protected-health-information/IndustriesTue, 19 Nov 2019 14:54:09 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a teacher, you’ve likely heard about all the ways technology can support you in the classroom. Whether it’s tablets and smart boards or the internet and social media, technology influences the modern classroom in too many ways to count. But most teachers don’t get a manual that shows them...]]>https://www.jotform.com/technology-in-the-classroom/https://www.jotform.com/technology-in-the-classroom/GuidesTue, 19 Nov 2019 10:19:23 +0000<![CDATA[ “It is that a meaningful life is not a matter of speed or efficiency. It’s much more a matter of what you do and why you do it, than how fast you get it done.”  Stephen R. Covey In his book, “First Things First,” Covey reminds us that learning to choose well in a world of unlimited possibil...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-doing-it-all/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-doing-it-all/BackstageMon, 18 Nov 2019 13:12:29 +0000<![CDATA[ When you have deals to close, you need a CRM you can trust. Luckily, Zoho’s CRM is here to make sure apologies to Alec Baldwin that you “Always Be Closing.”  For a long while, JotForm offered a great way to automatically populate your Zoho CRM account with submissions. This process has he...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoho-integration-updates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoho-integration-updates/ProductMon, 18 Nov 2019 07:48:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Mike’s Bikes exists somewhere between friendly neighborhood bike shop and national brand. The company has a dozen stores scattered throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, employing more than 250 bike enthusiasts to help customers ride out of stores with a new set of wheels. Each spacious store of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mikes-bikes-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mikes-bikes-case-study/Customer StoriesMon, 18 Nov 2019 03:30:44 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to making sales, time and money go hand in hand. The number of deals you secure hinges on how you spend your time, whether it’s being in the right place at the right time to land a lead or focusing on nurturing the right prospects. CRM platforms are designed to help you manage y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pipedrive-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pipedrive-integration/ProductMon, 18 Nov 2019 02:43:50 +0000<![CDATA[ HubSpot Pipedrive Salesforce Zoho Keap (Infusionsoft) ActiveCampaign Solve 360 ClinchPad Highrise Insightly Relationship goals. Whether you admit it or not, we all have them. Source: Giphy But what about customer relationship goals? Solid customer rela...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-crm-integrations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-crm-integrations/ProductFri, 15 Nov 2019 12:15:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Data management involves extracting insights from raw data to meet information needs, rooted in accounting, statistics, and planning. Components of data management include storage, security, sharing, governance, architecture, database, and records management. Two main strategies are offensi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-data-management/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-data-management/GuidesFri, 15 Nov 2019 10:54:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Tables Notion Asana Evernote Pipefy Basecamp ClickUp Trello Zoho Projects Nifty Microsoft Lists Zenkit Hive Workzone monday.com If you’re reading this post, you’re likely on the hunt for reliable cloud collaboration software. Founded in 20...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-alternatives/AdviceThu, 14 Nov 2019 14:30:52 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/_GYLl_yzd5s Informed consent forms ensure that people understand the risks involved in whatever they’re agreeing to. In some industries, these forms are mandatory and required by law. There are two types of businesses where consent forms are most common: Healthcare orga...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/informed-consent-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/informed-consent-form/AdviceWed, 13 Nov 2019 15:05:46 +0000<![CDATA[ ACS Servant Keeper PowerChurch Church Community Builder The idea of tracking and managing a constantly changing group of worshippers can be daunting, but with the help of certain software programs, it can become like second nature. There are hundreds of management programs out there,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-management-software-systems/https://www.jotform.com/blog/church-management-software-systems/AdviceWed, 13 Nov 2019 13:18:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Sports medicine doctors say that the month before their local marathon is their busiest month of the year. Aches and pains are cropping up, and the stakes are high, hundreds of miles and early mornings all building up to one day. Most of these injuries are a result of overtraining syndrome. Athlete...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/against-the-hustle/https://www.jotform.com/blog/against-the-hustle/BackstageWed, 13 Nov 2019 12:35:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Event planning involves detailed organization and management of various elements, including budgeting, staffing, venue selection, and sponsorship acquisition. Detailed budgeting is key, it involves precise planning for all expenses, including venue, catering, and marketing. Effective staf...]]>https://www.jotform.com/event-planning-guide/https://www.jotform.com/event-planning-guide/GuidesTue, 12 Nov 2019 17:00:11 +0000<![CDATA[ A few years ago, Dr. Stephen Trzeciak and Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli found themselves managing one of the most complex cases of their careers. But it wasn’t a complicated medical condition or a high-risk procedure. Instead, they were tasked with addressing physician burnout. Affecting more than half...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/avoid-burnout/https://www.jotform.com/blog/avoid-burnout/BackstageMon, 11 Nov 2019 12:59:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Financial goals Growth goals Customer goals Employee development goals Social goals Moving forward in business is like planning a great trip: You know where you want to end up, but the road there isn’t always straightforward. Smart business goals help you navigate the twists a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-goals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-goals/AdviceMon, 11 Nov 2019 10:57:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Throughout the patient journey from the first visit to hospitalization to post-recovery care a huge amount of data is generated. Before the technology boom, there was just one way to collect all this patient information: pen and paper. But today, there are many ways to capture this data. With ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/streamlining-healthcare-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/streamlining-healthcare-data-collection/IndustriesFri, 08 Nov 2019 15:33:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Market research can be the holy grail of customer insights, revealing motivations behind purchase decisions, behavioral patterns, likes, and dislikes. Information like this can help you make informed decisions about creating new products or services, entering new markets, and more. Done right, m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/market-research/https://www.jotform.com/market-research/GuidesThu, 07 Nov 2019 08:33:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify and list the competition Create a competitive overview Describe the competition’s target audience Include the competition’s pricing Outline their marketing strategy Define their competitive advantage Summarize each competitor’s strengths and weaknesses https://youtu.be/RRoL...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-a-competitive-analysis/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-do-a-competitive-analysis/AdviceThu, 07 Nov 2019 06:30:53 +0000<![CDATA[ From Kickstarter and Indiegogo to GoFundMe and everything in between, crowdfunding platforms offer alternative ways to raise money for your small business. Successful campaigns require you to not only reach a certain funding goal but also present the underlying business idea in ways that attract an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crowdfunding-business-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crowdfunding-business-plan/AdviceWed, 06 Nov 2019 06:47:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine not being able to speak, read, write, or make eye contact with anyone for 10 days. How long do you think you could last? For some, more than a week of total silence isn’t a harsh self-punishment  it’s a path toward enlightenment. Buddhist contemplatives call the practice “vipassana,” ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-silence/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-silence/BackstageMon, 04 Nov 2019 13:41:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Draft a personal to-do list for the next day Check your inbox for any last-minute emails Back up all of your work Update progress on any goals or tasks Check in with your team and say goodbye I know what you’re thinking the only thing you want to do at the end of your work day i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/things-to-do-at-the-end-of-work-day/https://www.jotform.com/blog/things-to-do-at-the-end-of-work-day/AdviceMon, 04 Nov 2019 01:39:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand how qualitative market research differs from quantitative research Consider your audience sample Choose the best method for data gathering Use open-ended questions/li> https://youtu.be/-JLGq3giVL0 When you’re looking for more than just a collection of data points, qua...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualitative-market-research/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qualitative-market-research/AdviceFri, 01 Nov 2019 14:05:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Let’s get the obvious out of the way. Performance appraisals are universally difficult to get right. They’re a struggle for just about every business, and they come with so many moving parts that there isn’t a simple prescription for success. If you dive into HR literature, you’ll find conflicti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-performance-appraisal/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-performance-appraisal/GuidesFri, 01 Nov 2019 13:53:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Patients often use social media to review and connect with their healthcare providers. However, healthcare providers don’t usually get fined $10,000 for responding to a patient online. How did a dental practice violate HIPAA’s standards with a single message? After a patient posted a negative re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-covered-entity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-covered-entity/IndustriesThu, 31 Oct 2019 11:08:11 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/iK3M6hcVJa0 The experts have killed cold calling, pronouncing it dead, put on ice, and gone the way of the dinosaur. But the truth of the matter is that while cold calling may not be as effective as it once was, many companies still consider it a vital part of the sales lifecy...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cold-calling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cold-calling/AdviceThu, 31 Oct 2019 07:37:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Diversify your channels Pay attention to the whole funnel Repurpose your content Get your customers actively involved Measure and track everything A/B test your way to success Over the past decade, traditional marketing has given way to more data-driven, digital-based, and onl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-practices-for-your-growth-marketing-strategy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-practices-for-your-growth-marketing-strategy/AdviceWed, 30 Oct 2019 14:18:04 +0000<![CDATA[ The Content Marketing Institute defines content marketing as “a strategic marketing approach focused on creating and distributing valuable, relevant, and consistent content to attract and retain a clearly defined audience and ultimately, to drive profitable customer action.” To start a content ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/what-is-content-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/what-is-content-marketing/GuidesWed, 30 Oct 2019 12:18:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Turning a passion or hobby into a successful business takes a lot of time, effort, resources, self-directed learning, and persistence. This is certainly the case for photographers, who must try new techniques, put them to good use, arrange photo shoots, showcase their work, and, of course, manag...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/zenfolio-jotform-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/photography/zenfolio-jotform-data-collection/IndustriesTue, 29 Oct 2019 15:00:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Many factors go into a successful webinar, not least of which is timing. Research has found that people are most likely to participate in a live webinar on Wednesdays and Thursdays. But by using the following best practices, you can attract a webinar audience any day of the week. If done correct...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-best-practices/AdviceTue, 29 Oct 2019 12:21:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Mornings, like Mondays, have gotten a bad rap, unfairly in my opinion. They are framed by cartoon cats and others as an indicator that the fun is over. I don’t think about it that way. Mornings are the start of a new day, full of promise and possibility. My enjoyment of the morning is directly c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kickstart-your-morning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kickstart-your-morning/BackstageMon, 28 Oct 2019 14:09:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Understand how quantitative market research differs from qualitative research Choose an appropriate sample size Be clear and succinct about your research goals Stay calm when preparing to collect data Keep questions simple If you’re looking to quickly gauge general sentiment abou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quantitative-market-research/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quantitative-market-research/AdviceMon, 28 Oct 2019 11:46:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Invest in a scanner Decide how to organize your digital files Request paperless statements and bills Send invoices and purchase orders via email Share all documents online Convert paper forms to online forms Encourage electronic note-taking Make meetings paperless Discoura...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/converting-to-a-paperless-office/https://www.jotform.com/blog/converting-to-a-paperless-office/AdviceMon, 28 Oct 2019 11:08:41 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ll be honest. Here at JotForm, we’ve been eagerly anticipating the launch of JotForm Tables for months. Now that it’s finally here, we’re going all in on a live webinar to showcase its features, capabilities, and many uses! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dre6ycjuA3E Prepare to have more...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/tables/webinar-introducing-jotform-tables/https://www.jotform.com/products/tables/webinar-introducing-jotform-tables/ProductSun, 27 Oct 2019 07:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Entrepreneurs can sometimes become so enamored with their own business idea that they don’t know if it’s viable. Recent statistics from the Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Advocacy show that about 20 percent of small businesses fail during their first year, and a third make it to the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/validate-business-idea-using-business-plan/https://www.jotform.com/blog/validate-business-idea-using-business-plan/AdviceFri, 25 Oct 2019 11:29:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Map out your buyer personas Define lead scoring and segmentation criteria Create compelling lead magnets Stand up your technology stack Build out lead magnet promotion campaigns Optimize the lead generation process A successful lead generation process is a critical part of a marketing...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-generation-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-generation-process/AdviceFri, 25 Oct 2019 07:43:01 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/Wnd5mJdmbLQ Customers are full of insightful information you can use to make better products and increase sales, but you have to ask the right questions to get the right information. The exact questions you ask may differ depending on your product or service, the type of custo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/market-research-survey-questions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/market-research-survey-questions/AdviceThu, 24 Oct 2019 11:01:48 +0000<![CDATA[ In 1996, the U.S. Congress passed the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to protect personally identifiable patient health information (PHI). Subsequent amendments, including the Privacy Rule in 2002 and the Security Rule in 2003, further reinforced laws for all healthcare ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/insider-threat-to-hipaa-compliance-data-breach/https://www.jotform.com/blog/insider-threat-to-hipaa-compliance-data-breach/IndustriesThu, 24 Oct 2019 07:19:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Mailchimp Freshmarketer Constant Contact Drip Keap HubSpot Marketing Hub Pardot Automation can be your marketing department’s secret weapon. That’s because manual processes make it difficult for your business to stay top of mind. Engaging your customers effectively requires...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/activecampaign-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/activecampaign-alternatives/AdviceTue, 22 Oct 2019 06:59:54 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve long been obsessed with the idea of offering “feedback” in the workplace. A quick Google search results in dozens of well-meaning articles offering tips for both giving and soliciting employee feedback. But, as it turns out, that’s not always the most effective way to get the information y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ask-for-advice/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ask-for-advice/BackstageMon, 21 Oct 2019 14:21:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Airtable Asana Bit.ai Brief Chanty Dropbox Evernote Google Docs GoToMeeting MindMeister Slack Trello If you’re in communications, you likely know how to talk to other people. But do you know how to communicate and collaborate effectively? How can you get your conte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-and-pr-teams-communication-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/content-and-pr-teams-communication-tools/AdviceMon, 21 Oct 2019 12:17:32 +0000<![CDATA[ As one of the leading customer relationship management (CRM) solutions in the world, Salesforce hardly needs an introduction. You’ve probably heard about Salesforce while researching CRM solutions for your business. Your employees may have even used it at a previous job, and as your company grows, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-salesforce/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-salesforce/GuidesFri, 18 Oct 2019 10:35:29 +0000<![CDATA[ 5 steps to write a great mission statement: Ask yourself why your company exists and what you value Choose your words carefully Be ambitious Revise your mission statement Live it Are you writing (or rewriting) your company’s mission statement? It’s a task that can take almost as much time an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-mission-statement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-mission-statement/AdviceFri, 18 Oct 2019 08:16:56 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/SvP6gD6kQzE Annabel Maw: Hi everyone. Thank you so much for joining our webinar about JotForm Enterprise. Our webinar is called How JotForm Enterprise solves your business’s data-collection needs. We’re super excited to be here today because our enterprise plans are taking off...]]>https://www.jotform.com/enterprise/enterprise-data-collection-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/enterprise/enterprise-data-collection-webinar/EnterpriseThu, 17 Oct 2019 11:46:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Pick your team and empower them Review your mission statement Examine other vision statements Be bold Be creative but clear Trim your draft Get buy-in from your stakeholders Use your vision statement The vision statement and the mission statement may sound similar. They are both imp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-vision-statement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-vision-statement/AdviceThu, 17 Oct 2019 07:17:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Moz Ubersuggest PickFu Google Alerts Hotjar BizStats The world of market research is full of variety some companies want to know about people’s eating habits while others want insight on how to get ahead of the competition. Whatever your goal, below are seven market re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/market-research-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/market-research-tools/AdviceWed, 16 Oct 2019 13:48:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Organizational structures, and the way those structures are visually represented in charts and diagrams, are important because they help sort out three key aspects of business operations: specific job duties, reporting relationships, and decision-making authority. That’s why it’s important to un...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-organizational-structure/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-organizational-structure/AdviceTue, 15 Oct 2019 11:29:03 +0000<![CDATA[ I straightened my tie and rang the doorbell, eager to reconnect with old friends and colleagues at a housewarming party. Just before the host answered the front door, I noticed a yard sign for a popular home security company. I’d been curious about security systems, so after passing off the bottle ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/surrender-control/https://www.jotform.com/blog/surrender-control/BackstageMon, 14 Oct 2019 12:24:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Customer decision journey Pricing Competitive analysis Brand awareness Marketing message testing Market segmentation Product development When you have questions about your customers or competitors, market research is a great way to find answers. But there are a number of pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-market-research/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-market-research/AdviceMon, 14 Oct 2019 11:08:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Drive monday.com Slack Salesforce Egnyte Just a year after its release, Jotform Enterprise is already helping more than 100 companies improve organization-wide productivity, data collection, and communication. Why is it so popular? One reason is our collection of powerful in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/integrations-for-enterprises/https://www.jotform.com/blog/integrations-for-enterprises/AdviceMon, 14 Oct 2019 04:50:34 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/JTe9OzZecjU The executive summary is a staple of every business plan. Typically, it makes the first impression on an audience and is critically important for capturing the reader’s attention. No matter how strong the rest of your business plan might be, a weak summary can diss...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/writing-an-executive-summary/https://www.jotform.com/blog/writing-an-executive-summary/AdviceFri, 11 Oct 2019 13:01:53 +0000<![CDATA[ If someone asked you to recite all of the usernames and passwords you use each day at work, do you think you could remember them all? Given the number of software solutions many teams use each day, there’s a good chance that memorizing the unique login credentials for all of them will be a chall...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-single-sign-on/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-single-sign-on/ProductFri, 11 Oct 2019 11:46:54 +0000<![CDATA[ The restaurant industry has a reputation for being volatile. Running a restaurant isn’t as simple as loving food and preparing it for people. It’s vital to have a deep understanding of how the restaurant business works and how to optimize operations to support your goals. According to IBISWorld,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/restaurant-management/https://www.jotform.com/restaurant-management/GuidesFri, 11 Oct 2019 07:38:33 +0000<![CDATA[ I’ve been in Enterprise (B2B) technology sales for the past 15 years. And although it’s been just a short while since I joined JotForm to build our Enterprise sales team, I have to admit that I haven’t seen a solution gain so much traction and acceptance so quickly. In the one year since we rele...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseFri, 11 Oct 2019 06:44:41 +0000<![CDATA[ As the world becomes more digital, organizations are moving away from traditional data storage methods and toward their digital counterparts. This leads to increased efficiency and easier information transfer, and it saves time. But moving from paper files to digital storage can be a huge hassle. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-onedrive-hipaa-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-onedrive-hipaa-compliant/IndustriesTue, 08 Oct 2019 08:19:20 +0000<![CDATA[ You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take. If you’re not first, you’re last. It’s not whether you get knocked down; it’s whether you get up. There’s no traffic on the extra mile. I’ve noticed lately that the narrative around tech is becoming more and more similar to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sacrifice-myth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sacrifice-myth/BackstageMon, 07 Oct 2019 12:00:20 +0000<![CDATA[ When you think of modern marvels of innovation, the supercomputer may come to mind, with good reason. Computers like the RIKEN MDGRAPE-3 are designed to help us better understand biological molecules and therefore better understand ourselves. While inventions like these deserve praise, there are ot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-and-ehr/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-and-ehr/IndustriesMon, 07 Oct 2019 10:48:01 +0000<![CDATA[ 3M™ 360 Encompass™ System Nuance CDE (clinical document excellence) Iodine CDI Remember the last time you created a file at work that didn’t save properly, and you lost hours of effort. How did you feel? You were probably frustrated, and it may have stopped you from finishing something...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clinical-documentation-improvement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clinical-documentation-improvement/IndustriesFri, 04 Oct 2019 14:41:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Your website is your most powerful communication tool. It’s become the equivalent of a Yellow Pages listing in the internet age, and any business that doesn’t have a website runs the risk of being seen as illegitimate.  Your website is your business card, your presence on the web, and where...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-make-a-website/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-make-a-website/GuidesFri, 04 Oct 2019 12:01:42 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/60S_yonvYdM You’re planning something big. Something really big. You just need a hand to make it happen. Or several. That’s where sponsors come in. Whether your vision is grander than your budget, you’re new on the scene and want to come out swinging, or you need to spread ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-sponsors-for-an-event/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-sponsors-for-an-event/AdviceFri, 04 Oct 2019 08:46:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Reduce storage and paper costs Easy to use and access Streamline employee workflows Speed up approval processes Make your office more secure Run backups more often Get paid faster Transitioning to a paperless office has obvious environmental benefits. But the advantages go far beyond...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-going-paperless/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-going-paperless/AdviceThu, 03 Oct 2019 08:51:32 +0000<![CDATA[ As data becomes more valuable, there’s a greater demand for advanced data security techniques. Data masking is one solution that has gained popularity in recent years. In fact, a report by Gartner indicates that 40 percent of companies will adopt data masking by 2021. But before jumping on the band...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-masking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-masking/AdviceWed, 02 Oct 2019 15:53:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Google is one of the biggest companies in the world, receiving about 63,000 searches per second on any given day. But search is just one of Google’s numerous products, many of which are free for personal use. It’s hard to find people who don’t use Google software daily. Google’s popularity makes...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-google-drive-hipaa-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-google-drive-hipaa-compliant/IndustriesWed, 02 Oct 2019 15:50:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Push. Focus. Tough things out. This is what endurance has come to mean to us: the power to perform under pressure. To step up our game no matter the odds. Motivation and determination are often symbols of success. We prove ourselves by running marathons, taking risky leaps, and stretching our...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/emotions-and-motivation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/emotions-and-motivation/BackstageWed, 02 Oct 2019 15:29:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Data security is a complex and often hard-to-grasp topic unless you’re an IT professional who regularly deals with data and cybersecurity problems.  If that doesn’t describe you (and it probably doesn’t), it’s still important to understand data security so that you can ensure your sensitiv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/data-security/https://www.jotform.com/data-security/GuidesWed, 02 Oct 2019 11:57:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Going paperless is a process. You can’t expect to immediately throw out stacks of papers, sell your old file cabinets at a garage sale, and never have to deal with paper again. Although it doesn’t happen overnight, ridding your home of paper clutter isn’t complicated. Below are some simple steps...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-home/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paperless-home/AdviceTue, 01 Oct 2019 09:17:01 +0000<![CDATA[ “Entrepreneurs are willing to work 80 hours a week to avoid working 40 hours a week.” Maybe you’ve already seen this quote from serial entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Lori Greiner. If not, I bet you’ve heard a version of it. Startup founders are infamous for busy-bragging. Som...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-manage-your-time-and-eliminate-80-hour-workweeks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-manage-your-time-and-eliminate-80-hour-workweeks/BackstageMon, 30 Sep 2019 14:22:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Mobility is built into today’s business world. Professionals use mobile devices to work both inside and outside the office whether they’re accessing important documents, responding to emails, modifying code, or anything else. Safeguarding these devices is paramount to maintaining the integrity ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-data-security-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-data-security-tips/AdviceMon, 30 Sep 2019 10:46:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Big data has made a big impact on the business intelligence industry over the last decade.  What makes data “big?” Literally, it’s the sheer size of it. The term describes data that’s too large for us to easily grasp, according to Peter Purcell, cofounder of Trenegy. Anyone who has broke...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/big-data-security/https://www.jotform.com/blog/big-data-security/AdviceFri, 27 Sep 2019 13:35:58 +0000<![CDATA[ School principals recognize the importance of technology in the classroom and understand their role in supporting its use. In fact, a recent MDR EdNET Insight report found that nine out of 10 principals say technology is essential for enhanced student learning but less than half believe their teac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-principals-can-support-edtech/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-principals-can-support-edtech/IndustriesFri, 27 Sep 2019 13:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Data collection involves gathering and analyzing valuable information from various sources for marketing, customer insights, and financial planning. Primary data-collection methods include quantitative (questionnaires, surveys) and qualitative (interviews, focus groups) approaches. Top six ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/data-collection-methods/https://www.jotform.com/data-collection-methods/GuidesFri, 27 Sep 2019 10:50:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Allow us to pat ourselves on the back for a moment: JotForm has just crossed the 6,000 subscriber count on YouTube. I know, I was surprised too. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnQ2xZYFPhU JotForm’s YouTube account added a total of 650 subscribers between 2011 and 2016, but then gained 5...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-youtube-subscribers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-youtube-subscribers/AdviceThu, 26 Sep 2019 10:38:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Generally speaking, B2C business refers to the commercial activities between businesses and individuals. B2C marketing is the set of operations to boost such business models. With the advances in technology and the increase in internet usage, B2C marketing has shifted to the digital world. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/b2c-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/b2c-marketing/GuidesWed, 25 Sep 2019 16:18:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Encryption key management is incredibly valuable when it comes to securing your company’s sensitive data. With help from two data privacy experts, we’re going to explain how encryption key management works and the impact it has on data security. https://youtu.be/P7BKRTbE5dY 4 FAQs about enc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/encryption-key-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/encryption-key-management/AdviceWed, 25 Sep 2019 10:10:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Teachers constantly face the challenge of individual students struggling with some aspect of a lesson. Some students are behind, and others are ahead when you teach to the middle, you feel like you’re missing out on learning opportunities for a good number of your kids. And classrooms can get o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/individualized-lessons-with-online-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/individualized-lessons-with-online-tools/IndustriesWed, 25 Sep 2019 08:16:03 +0000<![CDATA[ At the end of the day, B2C (business-to-consumer) marketing is all about customer loyalty. It comes down to enticing customers to purchase from you that first time, then nurturing your relationship with them.  Research shows that focusing on customer retention pays better returns than makin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2c-crm/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2c-crm/AdviceTue, 24 Sep 2019 15:32:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Photography is a creative art that engages and captivates the mind. As such, your photography portfolio must reflect exactly that creativity. This is the tool that exposes your work to prospective clients. It must be impressive enough to land you paying clients. There are already countless crea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-make-a-photography-portfolio/https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-make-a-photography-portfolio/IndustriesTue, 24 Sep 2019 12:05:02 +0000<![CDATA[ What do you think it takes to be successful? Creativity, planning, and goal setting are probably at the top of that list. But research doesn’t necessarily agree. From a young age, we’re told that professional success leads to happiness and we need to set ambitious goals in order to get there....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/reconsider-ambition/https://www.jotform.com/blog/reconsider-ambition/BackstageMon, 23 Sep 2019 12:50:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Nearly half of surveyed business leaders cite employee negligence as the primary cause of data breaches at their companies. This is a stark reminder of how important the human element is when it comes to securing data. All the IT spend in the world won’t matter if your employees accidentally (or...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-security-training/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-security-training/AdviceMon, 23 Sep 2019 11:46:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Campus tours are a great way for prospective students and their families to get to know your school. Tours help them learn about the school’s mission and principles, see the inner workings of a class, and get all the information they need to decide which school is the best fit. But for administr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/prospective-students-campus-tour-organization/https://www.jotform.com/blog/prospective-students-campus-tour-organization/IndustriesMon, 23 Sep 2019 11:01:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Chanty for team communication SocialPilot for social media marketing PomoDoneApp for time tracking ProofHub for project management Zoom for video conferencing There’s no doubt remote work is here to stay. In recent years, the number of remote workers across the globe has steadily ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaboration-tools-for-remote-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collaboration-tools-for-remote-teams/AdviceFri, 20 Sep 2019 14:17:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Many schools don’t have enough money to provide basic materials not to mention extracurricular activities or field trips. This is why administrators, teachers, and parents turn to fundraising to supplement school budgets. Fundraisers can be fun, but they also require a lot of hard work, like plann...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-school-fundraiser/https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-school-fundraiser/IndustriesFri, 20 Sep 2019 14:08:26 +0000<![CDATA[ What can a disgruntled student with a notebook achieve? More than you would think. In the 1960s, a 15-year-old student in the U.K. become frustrated with the “archaic school practices of the day.” Although he was told to write about his frustrations in the school paper, his ideas were deemed too...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-write-a-business-plan/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-write-a-business-plan/GuidesFri, 20 Sep 2019 12:23:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Selling is selling, right? Not necessarily. Selling to another business is vastly different than selling to an individual consumer. Understanding the nuances of each is fundamental to effectively marketing your products or services in the B2B or B2C worlds. For starters, it’s essential to grasp ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-vs-b2c/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2b-vs-b2c/AdviceThu, 19 Sep 2019 13:55:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Identify your ideal client avatar Determine your unique selling proposition Optimize the most important pages on your website for conversions When it comes to marketing your photography business online, there are dozens, if not hundreds, of tactics you can implement. In fact, the sear...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/ways-to-optimize-your-photography-website/https://www.jotform.com/photography/ways-to-optimize-your-photography-website/IndustriesThu, 19 Sep 2019 10:49:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Some of the most useful pieces of classroom technology are free. Many teachers rely on free software to create lesson plans, track student progress, and get organized. Nobody knows the ins and outs of educational software like teachers do. That’s why teacher reviews and recommendations are espec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-online-tools-for-teachers-by-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-online-tools-for-teachers-by-teachers/IndustriesWed, 18 Sep 2019 12:03:00 +0000<![CDATA[ July 20, 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. Famed U.S. historian Arthur Schlesinger Jr. declared humanity’s first successful lunar mission in 1969 as the most important event of the 20th century. He even ranked Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin’s first steps on the moon abo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/myth-of-willpower/https://www.jotform.com/blog/myth-of-willpower/BackstageWed, 18 Sep 2019 11:23:16 +0000<![CDATA[ As companies collect more and more valuable data, securing that data is more important than ever. It’s a challenge to know exactly what to do to ensure the safety of that data especially when taking the wrong steps could leave networks vulnerable. Back up, back up, back up Always be suspic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-security-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-security-best-practices/AdviceWed, 18 Sep 2019 10:10:11 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the main drivers of business success is good customer relations. Companies must listen to their customers and take appropriate action. Many online businesses collect feedback from their customers through online forms. You can see these forms on the contact page of almost every website. Th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/create-html-form/https://www.jotform.com/create-html-form/AdviceTue, 17 Sep 2019 13:25:11 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/T43yCjgcYec Being part of a small business or startup can be incredibly exciting. You’re always coming up with creative ways to solve challenges and taking on new roles. But as your organization grows, you need a bit more structure. Payroll gets more complicated, benefits p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-up-human-resources-department/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-start-up-human-resources-department/AdviceTue, 17 Sep 2019 12:37:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Getty Images Shutterstock Depositphotos Flexjobs Upwork Fiverr JournalismJobs.com The Creative Loft Social media sites Airbnb and Obeo Oyster Whether you take photos of weddings, newborn babies, breaking news stories, or exotic travel destinations, freelance photography...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/freelance-photography-jobs/https://www.jotform.com/photography/freelance-photography-jobs/IndustriesTue, 17 Sep 2019 08:13:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Your brain needs a break. If you’re like the average adult, you probably spend about six hours a day with digital media. That’s close to half your waking hours. Aside from its many mental health consequences, excessive screen time can also affect our creative lives, hampering our attention sp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-of-nature/https://www.jotform.com/blog/power-of-nature/BackstageMon, 16 Sep 2019 13:17:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Ready or not, PSD2 is here. Are you prepared to collect online payments from customers, clients, vendors, or donors in Europe? With the European Union’s revised Payment Services Directive commonly known as PSD2 banks across the continent must work hand in hand with payment processors to ens...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/psd2-compliance-payment-methods/https://www.jotform.com/blog/psd2-compliance-payment-methods/AdviceMon, 16 Sep 2019 07:08:54 +0000<![CDATA[ In the middle of San Francisco’s financial district sits a university so entrenched in the business community that it’s literally a stone’s throw away from the country’s top companies. Think Salesforce, LinkedIn, Fitbit, and more. That’s the edge of Golden Gate University, a nonprofit university th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ggu-school-of-law-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ggu-school-of-law-case-study/Customer StoriesMon, 16 Sep 2019 07:01:30 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: As of March 2024, our integration with Paymo has been discontinued. Feel free to check out our other project management integrations! Project management tools are a great way to track outstanding tasks and keep up with your work, especially if you’re a fan of visual reminders.  B...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paymo-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paymo-integration/ProductMon, 16 Sep 2019 06:52:23 +0000<![CDATA[ When you were growing up, did you ever think that coloring mustaches on pictures of random people in the paper, models in magazines, and your sister (maybe that was just me) was hilarious? Whether or not you had an oddball sense of humor like I did, marking up images actually comes in handy from...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/annotate-picture-widget-announcement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/annotate-picture-widget-announcement/ProductFri, 13 Sep 2019 15:02:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Differences of ability shouldn’t exclude children from participating in the classroom or achieving their learning goals students with special needs simply require specialized tools. And a whole new generation of tech tools are ready to meet those special needs and learning challenges. These too...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/edtech-supports-inclusive-classrooms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/edtech-supports-inclusive-classrooms/IndustriesFri, 13 Sep 2019 13:03:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Do unwanted form submissions ever clutter up your inbox? If so, we’ve got great news for you. We’re excited to announce JotForm’s new password protection feature, which allows you to control who fills out your form. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMYikrUf1no Maybe you’re running an o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-password-protected-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-password-protected-forms/ProductThu, 12 Sep 2019 12:09:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Consumers are bombarded with messaging. To earn the attention of likely prospects for your products and offerings, you must creatively apply tried and true techniques to keep your lead pipeline full. Leads are the lifeblood of business. Generating a steady supply of good leads starts with the pe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2c-lead-generation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/b2c-lead-generation/AdviceWed, 11 Sep 2019 14:01:51 +0000<![CDATA[ You’re hunkered down in the living room watching the 10 p.m. news, waiting for the announcer to pick the winning numbers. Earlier that day, you were picking up a few things at the corner store when, out of nowhere, felt the urge to buy a lottery ticket. You’re not much of a gambler, but it just fel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/happiness-model/https://www.jotform.com/blog/happiness-model/BackstageWed, 11 Sep 2019 13:54:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Schools earn their reputations by producing high-achieving alumni. To produce high-performing students, schools need to give their student body the best teachers and resources available. But they also need to recruit talented students who are able to make full use of those advantages. Talent man...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-recruitment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-recruitment/IndustriesWed, 11 Sep 2019 11:23:02 +0000<![CDATA[ All sorts of organizations rely on volunteer programs to engage their communities and deepen their relationships with key supporters. Nonprofits, community groups, schools, and churches all devote crucial time and energy to managing volunteers. After all, making the most of generously donated ti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/boosting-volunteer-recruitment/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/boosting-volunteer-recruitment/IndustriesTue, 10 Sep 2019 13:34:03 +0000<![CDATA[ I remember the day I decided to quit. There was nothing momentous about it. It was a regular afternoon, and I was putting in time at a software company I believed in as I had for so many years before. I was writing a line of code when I realized I was half asleep  the kind of tired no amoun...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-quitting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-quitting/BackstageMon, 09 Sep 2019 12:26:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Classes in U.S. schools are overflowing. Teachers want to connect with their students but aren’t able to and don’t know how to fix the problem. Given that high school classrooms in certain school districts are reaching over 50 students each, it’s not surprising that teachers are struggling to co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-connect-with-students-in-overcrowded-classrooms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-connect-with-students-in-overcrowded-classrooms/IndustriesMon, 09 Sep 2019 08:42:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Education-related technology tools are designed to make class easier and more productive. Since there are new EdTech products on the market every year, it may seem daunting to navigate through all the options. You shouldn’t have to spend hours of your precious teaching time exploring every new t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/choosing-the-right-teacher-technology-tool/https://www.jotform.com/blog/choosing-the-right-teacher-technology-tool/IndustriesFri, 06 Sep 2019 14:19:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Humanities teachers have a reputation for being slow to incorporate technology in the classroom, despite strong encouragement to embrace new, digitized ways of teaching subjects such as languages, history, social studies, and literature. “The pressure on traditional humanities departments comes ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tech-in-the-humanities/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tech-in-the-humanities/IndustriesThu, 05 Sep 2019 12:54:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Today’s classrooms are much more dynamic and innovative than they used to be. In years past, they were seemingly immune to digitization, but that’s no longer the case. Educational technology is providing new and innovative ways to learn and to teach.  What is educational technology? In esse...]]>https://www.jotform.com/educational-technology/https://www.jotform.com/educational-technology/GuidesThu, 05 Sep 2019 12:08:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Using technology in the classroom whether advanced analytical tools at a university or kid-friendly games at a local elementary school is becoming standard practice. But how did we get here, and how has the learning process changed?  Below we explore a few of the contributing factors behi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/technology-and-modern-education/https://www.jotform.com/blog/technology-and-modern-education/IndustriesWed, 04 Sep 2019 10:28:43 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/69KsvWBHboM Remote work is quickly becoming the norm in many industries, and the latest technological advancements are making remote work easier than ever. However, along with the benefits of remote work are a number of problems for companies:  How to find the best tal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tools-for-remote-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tools-for-remote-work/AdviceWed, 04 Sep 2019 10:27:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Now, more than ever, we’re trying to find new ways to reach consumers. With marketing opportunities available through dozens of channels, there are far more choices than there used to be. So how do you decide what will work best for your business in today’s tech advantageous world? For som...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/facebook-messenger-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/facebook-messenger-marketing/AdviceWed, 04 Sep 2019 07:17:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Getting ready for giving season can be tricky if your organization doesn’t have the right tools in place. That’s where Jotform and Square come into play. If you’re looking for best practices to prepare for giving season and increase donations from last year, be sure to watch our webinar, “How to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/square-integration-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/square-integration-webinar/ProductTue, 03 Sep 2019 12:51:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Healthcare costs account for more than 15 percent of the U.S. gross domestic product, and per capita healthcare spending is roughly double that of other major industrialized nations. The country's immense spending on healthcare is making health insurance increasingly unaffordable. It also t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/electronic-health-records/https://www.jotform.com/blog/electronic-health-records/IndustriesMon, 02 Sep 2019 15:35:54 +0000<![CDATA[ ClassDojo Guided Learning Platform Sibme Platform zSpace system As modern education continues to evolve, more and more educational technology tools become available. These tools do everything from improving teachers’ daily efficiency to creating entirely new ways of learning. The fou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/educational-technology-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/educational-technology-tools/IndustriesMon, 02 Sep 2019 12:56:29 +0000<![CDATA[ When Ray Tomlinson sent the first email in 1971, I wonder if he imagined that 50 percent of Americans would eventually check email while in bed. Or that 42 percent would admit to checking their inbox in the bathroom. Despite instant messaging apps and evolving communication tools, email isn’t go...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/write-great-emails/https://www.jotform.com/blog/write-great-emails/BackstageMon, 02 Sep 2019 12:19:49 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s hard to run a business these days without hearing about cloud services. You can do your books in the cloud, find employees in the cloud, sell your services in the cloud, and store your files in the cloud. Cloud storage has boomed over the last decade, and now almost three-quarters of all bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-cloud-storage/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-cloud-storage/GuidesMon, 02 Sep 2019 11:43:57 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/D9zY2WrbzQA Seattle-based Second Use is on a mission to reduce waste in landfills by salvaging and selling reclaimed building materials one piece at a time. Anything that can be salvaged from a house or other building including hundreds of doors, windows, pieces of furniture,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/go-green-with-second-use/https://www.jotform.com/blog/go-green-with-second-use/Customer StoriesFri, 30 Aug 2019 13:08:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Teachers do as much as they can to support their students including spending their own money. In fact, 94 percent of public school teachers spend their personal income on classroom supplies without reimbursement, writes education reporter Madeline Will. Teachers aren’t splurging on pizza partie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/helping-teachers-pay-for-classroom-supplies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/helping-teachers-pay-for-classroom-supplies/IndustriesFri, 30 Aug 2019 12:25:16 +0000<![CDATA[ PatientPop ZenDesk Salesforce Enquire CRM In the past, the only way to buy a home was to attend open houses or tour homes with the help of a real estate agent. Today, consumers view homes through beautifully crafted websites, digital walk-throughs done by drones, and work with agent...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-crm/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-crm/IndustriesFri, 30 Aug 2019 08:36:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine this it’s Friday afternoon, and you’re at the office. You’ve had a long and hectic week. You’re tired and ready to start your weekend. All you can think of is relaxing, sleeping in, and doing something that helps you unwind. The coming week promises to be hectic too, so you really need ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/health-and-fitness-newsletter/https://www.jotform.com/blog/health-and-fitness-newsletter/IndustriesThu, 29 Aug 2019 12:32:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Kodable Mystery Science Perceivant Sibme zSpace Modern education is continually evolving, due in part to the rise of educational technology (EdTech) companies. These companies have made numerous strides over the years to push technology into the classroom, giving students new way...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/edtech-companies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/edtech-companies/IndustriesWed, 28 Aug 2019 12:44:11 +0000<![CDATA[ What if you threw a party and nobody came? Thankfully, there’s no need to fear that familiar nightmare. Effective marketing relies on method, not magic. So whether you’re hoping to fill the room at a fancy fundraising gala or next month’s online seminar, some thoughtful preparation and simple st...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-marketing-strategies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-marketing-strategies/AdviceTue, 27 Aug 2019 08:24:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Imagine embarking on a research mission to Antartica: cold wind tugging at your face as you trek through the snow. Nothing ahead but miles of ice and water. No other humans to interact with. No internet service. Just you and flocks of Emperor penguins for days at a time. In the beginning, you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/solitude-and-creativity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/solitude-and-creativity/BackstageMon, 26 Aug 2019 13:45:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Healthcare providers ask patients for a lot of information from health history to race, ethnicity, and language preferences. When all of this information is on paper forms, it can lead to disorganization, which, in turn, can hamper information sharing and perhaps even lead to inaccurate healthcare...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-white-paper/https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-white-paper/IndustriesMon, 26 Aug 2019 11:46:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Square offers diverse services, including payment processing, business loans, and software solutions for efficient business operations. The company offers a range of hardware solutions, from mobile card readers to full POS systems, ensuring businesses can accept payments conveniently and effic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/square-for-business/https://www.jotform.com/square-for-business/GuidesMon, 26 Aug 2019 11:40:01 +0000<![CDATA[ The business world is changing fast, and if you’re reading this, it’s probably because you’ve been paying attention. Digital technologies have arrived in force, but the shift taking place isn’t just about new tech, it’s about new expectations. Customers, be they business-to-business solution pur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/best-project-management-software/https://www.jotform.com/best-project-management-software/GuidesMon, 26 Aug 2019 10:58:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Special education students can benefit greatly from an individualized education program (IEP), but only if the corresponding IEP meetings are productive. Whether you’re an educator preparing for your first IEP meeting or you’re just looking for ways to improve, we’ve got you covered with several ti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/optimizing-iep-meetings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/optimizing-iep-meetings/IndustriesMon, 26 Aug 2019 08:45:59 +0000<![CDATA[ School administrators and teachers love data because it can be used in many helpful ways. Educators can learn more about their students, gather feedback on different teaching styles, and better understand how students are doing emotionally. Teachers may know how to administer student feedback...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-share-your-student-data-with-colleagues/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-share-your-student-data-with-colleagues/IndustriesFri, 23 Aug 2019 14:06:21 +0000<![CDATA[ With more people shopping and making payments online, banking regulators in the European Union believe that enhanced identity verification mandates for banks, payment processors, and merchants can reduce fraud without stifling innovation for fintech companies. This mandate known as the revised ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-stripe-psd2-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-stripe-psd2-compliant/IndustriesFri, 23 Aug 2019 11:26:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever noticed how much you get done when you’re on an airplane? I’m amazed by how much writing I can do, even on a two-hour flight. This isn’t a coincidence. We’re forced to disconnect and put our phones in airplane mode while flying. However, you can get the same productivity bene...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-hack-to-get-more-done/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-hack-to-get-more-done/AdviceThu, 22 Aug 2019 16:04:12 +0000<![CDATA[ You can access the Square Dashboard from any computer, tablet, or smartphone and any internet browser at any time on the Square website. The interface is not only free with a Square account, it’s also incredibly easy to use and fully customizable. You can remove features that you don’t need and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-dashboard/https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-dashboard/Online PaymentThu, 22 Aug 2019 15:06:53 +0000<![CDATA[ These days, starting an online business is a pretty straightforward proposition. There are countless tools and platforms that can help you set up a storefront, track orders, and collect payments.  In 2010, however, things were much different. Setting up an e-commerce store or other internet...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-stripe/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-stripe/GuidesThu, 22 Aug 2019 10:39:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: best for comprehensive, customizable, and user-friendly form building PandaDoc: best for creating and managing quotes and contracts Cognito Forms: best for flexible pricing with customizable payment plans Google Forms: best for building forms on a budget with a free tool Form...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wufoo-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wufoo-alternatives/AdviceWed, 21 Aug 2019 15:07:43 +0000<![CDATA[ In most schools, budgets are tight. It can be difficult for teachers to get additional resources, whether those are basic items or larger-ticket purchases. Teachers shouldn’t have to pay for materials, and their classrooms and students shouldn’t have to function with insufficient resources. The ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-surveys-to-obtain-funding-for-your-classroom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-surveys-to-obtain-funding-for-your-classroom/IndustriesWed, 21 Aug 2019 13:14:26 +0000<![CDATA[ In February 2018, Fresenius Medical Care paid a $3.5 million settlement resulting from improper handling of Protected Health Information (PHI). Their mistakes included impermissible disclosures, a lack of policies and data encryption, and insufficient safeguards. These failures constituted a major ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliance-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliance-checklist/IndustriesTue, 20 Aug 2019 13:27:40 +0000<![CDATA[ You’re a creative. Although expressing yourself through your art is your top priority, being a creative person is something of a superpower. And tapping into this creativity can open up a variety of avenues for additional income. Online options are making it even easier for artists to connect wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-money-as-an-artist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-money-as-an-artist/AdviceTue, 20 Aug 2019 11:32:17 +0000<![CDATA[ So you’ve decided to become a home inspector. Now it’s time to roll up your sleeves, find some clients, and start inspecting. Not so fast, partner. Before you can get started as a home inspector, you need to get certified. This is a process that varies from state to state, but in nearly every...]]>https://www.jotform.com/home-inspection-business/https://www.jotform.com/home-inspection-business/GuidesMon, 19 Aug 2019 13:46:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Mind time and clock time are two totally different things, according to Adrian Bejan, a mechanical engineering professor at Duke University. In fact, actual time doesn’t affect how we experience its passing. In an upcoming paper in the European Review, he explains that our perception of time is ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/perception-shift-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/perception-shift-productivity/BackstageMon, 19 Aug 2019 13:23:18 +0000<![CDATA[ With only a few weeks left before the online payment landscape in Europe undergoes significant changes, merchants and providers of financial services across the continent are gearing up for change. That’s because the deadline for the European Union’s second Payment Services Directive, commonly k...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-stripe-psd2-compliance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-stripe-psd2-compliance/ProductMon, 19 Aug 2019 07:00:26 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s more to a successful event than meets the eye. Behind the scenes, event managers have to focus on a million and one things, and above all, make sure their attendees are having an amazing time. That’s why event managers turn to JotForm and monday.com to manage attendance tracking, venu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mondaycom-integration-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mondaycom-integration-webinar/ProductMon, 19 Aug 2019 06:49:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Attendance sheets? Equipment logs? Student evaluation forms? Lesson plans? A lot of paperwork goes into teaching elementary school students. Today, more teachers are choosing online forms to streamline administrative and repetitive processes. When you use online forms, you can integrate with oth...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/integrations-for-education-professionals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/integrations-for-education-professionals/IndustriesMon, 19 Aug 2019 06:37:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Has your organization been searching for an all-encompassing tool that will simplify communication and collaboration? Then our latest integration with monday.com might just be your solution. The new JotForm and monday.com integration allows teams to automatically send form submissions into their...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/monday-com-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/monday-com-integration/ProductMon, 19 Aug 2019 06:23:21 +0000<![CDATA[ What do superheroes and sidekicks have in common with JotForm and ActiveCampaign? Each is pretty awesome alone, but when they join forces, they’re able to get the job done and save the day. ActiveCampaign is a customer experience automation platform that helps growing businesses meaningfully ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/activecampaign-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/activecampaign-integration/ProductMon, 19 Aug 2019 03:46:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Home inspection is a task driven by data collection. From recording basic information about a home to giving nuanced evaluations of a home’s condition, home inspectors have quite a bit to record and keep track of. Many home inspectors turn to powerful home inspection software to make their job e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/home-inspection-software-reviews/https://www.jotform.com/blog/home-inspection-software-reviews/IndustriesFri, 16 Aug 2019 09:27:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Microsoft Word. Open a blank document or search for “survey” in the search box. Go to the Table Layout tab. Click where you want to edit the existing text to enter your own questions. Print and distribute your form to survey participants. We’re often drawn to the latest and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-survey-in-word/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-survey-in-word/AdviceFri, 16 Aug 2019 07:23:25 +0000<![CDATA[ The internet as we know it is a blessing and a curse. It has connected businesses to even more people and helped software companies develop solutions that can automate time-consuming tasks.  Hackers and spammers, however, leverage the vast expanse of the internet to anonymously launch m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-block-spammers-and-bots-with-recaptcha-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-block-spammers-and-bots-with-recaptcha-forms/AdviceFri, 16 Aug 2019 07:18:59 +0000<![CDATA[ “Your email list is your ATM.” This is a quote that I first heard from Noah Kagan, founder of Sumo. It’s never been truer than it is today. Your email list along with your website is one of the only marketing assets that you fully control. It can help you generate more traffic, build relati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-an-email-list/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-an-email-list/AdviceThu, 15 Aug 2019 05:29:38 +0000<![CDATA[ The European Union’s second payment services directive (PSD2) is the new security standard for all online transactions made by European cardholders. Since the new regulation went into effect in September 2019, everyone in the payments industry from banks and business merchants to credit card c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-square-psd2-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-square-psd2-compliant/IndustriesThu, 15 Aug 2019 04:28:46 +0000<![CDATA[ You’re just starting your home inspection business, and you want to please your new clients and establish ongoing customer relationships. But again, you’re just getting started. You’re new to all of this, and you may feel a little overwhelmed by all of the moving parts of your new business. Try ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-home-inspection-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-home-inspection-software/IndustriesWed, 14 Aug 2019 05:18:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Etsy Artfinder Saatchi Art Artplode Redbubble Art is communication. It’s not complete until it reaches other people. All the better if they can own it, see it every day, and be a little changed by it. That’s why you make it. Also, some money would be nice. As we buy more an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-online-art-selling-websites/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-online-art-selling-websites/AdviceWed, 14 Aug 2019 04:43:15 +0000<![CDATA[ SurveyMonkey is a well-known SaaS survey platform that was founded back in 1999. The software allows users to create surveys, quizzes, and polls for their audience. Surveys are easy to share, and results are gathered automatically. SurveyMonkey allows you to sign up for free or for paid team plan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-surveymonkey-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-surveymonkey-alternatives/AdviceTue, 13 Aug 2019 10:17:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Start with a list Choose your email marketing campaign objective Determine the type of campaign Optimize the sender name, subject line, and preview text Write an email that’s worth reading Send a test email before it goes live Measure everything Email is one of the few mark...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-email-marketing-campaign/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-email-marketing-campaign/AdviceTue, 13 Aug 2019 04:10:05 +0000<![CDATA[ We all know the story of the tortoise and the hare. The hare is confident that it will beat the tortoise, so it stops halfway through the race and takes a nap. The tortoise moves at a glacial pace, but it never stops  and ends up winning. The moral of the story is that success comes from doin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/confidence-and-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/confidence-and-productivity/BackstageMon, 12 Aug 2019 12:38:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Digital tools can be instrumental in popularizing new ideas. Those same tools are useful for teaching students the skills they need to analyze and produce original, creative works.  Whether your students are young learners or are preparing for college, here are several tech tools you c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/edtech-tools-for-creative-kids/https://www.jotform.com/blog/edtech-tools-for-creative-kids/IndustriesMon, 12 Aug 2019 11:24:31 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/W2LkdLGiRdE A homeowner can’t just pull anyone off the street to inspect their home. They need a licensed home inspector someone who has been trained and approved by the state to ensure the safety and functionality of a home. To become a licensed home inspector, you need t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-home-inspector/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-home-inspector/IndustriesMon, 12 Aug 2019 10:30:30 +0000<![CDATA[ The European Union’s second payment services directive, commonly known as PSD2, has shaken up the payments industry. Before accepting an online payment from anyone in Europe, banks, payment processors, merchants, and card issuers must first verify the identity of the purchaser. Although PSD2 ha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-paypal-psd2-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/is-paypal-psd2-compliant/AdviceMon, 12 Aug 2019 04:05:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Doxy.me thera-LINK TheraNest SimplePractice Zoom VSee GoToMeeting Mend MegaMeeting eVisit Webex Instant Connect TrueConf Twilio Pexip RingCentral First, let us be clear about what we mean we say a tool or service enables HIPAA compliance. Of course, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-hipaa-compliant-video-conferencing-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-hipaa-compliant-video-conferencing-software/IndustriesFri, 09 Aug 2019 11:54:23 +0000<![CDATA[ At a time when so much data is gathered and shared online, there’s a delicate balance that’s always in play. People need an easy way to contact you, but you also need to weed out bad actors who want to phish for information or inundate you with unsolicited junk mail. Hackers and spammers and bot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-invisible-recaptcha/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-invisible-recaptcha/ProductFri, 09 Aug 2019 10:57:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Wix Squarespace Duda https://youtu.be/A5gplXTmhkg Every artist is different. Each has a different style, varied goals, and diverse needs. This can make it difficult to find just the right tools. But when it comes to website builders, you don’t have to worry. Artist website builder...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-artist-website-builders/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-artist-website-builders/AdviceFri, 09 Aug 2019 07:07:36 +0000<![CDATA[ For decades, teachers have been explaining how to cross streets safely and how to avoid strangers. Today, they also need to teach students digital safety skills. Teachers would do their students a great service this school year by introducing these concepts in the classroom. Admittedly, that ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-privacy-education-digital-safety/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-privacy-education-digital-safety/IndustriesFri, 09 Aug 2019 01:06:46 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a business owner in Europe, you’re undoubtedly worried about the EU’s second payment services directive (PSD2). You’re not alone. Bigger players like payment service providers and banks are also concerned.  PSD2 has brought a number of changes to the payments space, including stro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-3d-secure-2/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-3d-secure-2/IndustriesThu, 08 Aug 2019 08:10:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Buying a home is one of the biggest investments, if not the biggest, a person can make in life. That’s why home inspections need to be so thorough. To help make sure the inspection you’re conducting is comprehensive and touches on the many aspects of a home, we’ve included the following checklist t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/home-inspection-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/home-inspection-checklist/IndustriesWed, 07 Aug 2019 15:24:46 +0000<![CDATA[ There are a lot of reasons to create a marketing plan. You might be looking for outside financing to grow and expand your business many banks and investors ask for a marketing plan as part of a larger business plan. Maybe you’re expanding your marketing team and want to give them a blueprint for h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-create-a-marketing-plan/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-create-a-marketing-plan/GuidesWed, 07 Aug 2019 12:02:53 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/oaVgz-Y4uPQ What’s a good email open rate these days? The answer depends on several factors. Mailchimp, a popular email marketing platform, conducted a study that analyzed hundreds of millions of emails. They discovered that the average open rate was 20.81 percent across...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-email-open-rates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-email-open-rates/AdviceWed, 07 Aug 2019 10:02:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Box Confluence Samepage PandaDoc Revver (formerly known as eFileCabinet) Bitrix24 ShareFile Quip WorkFront Did you know that the average knowledge worker spends 2.5 hours each day looking for documents? Investing in document management software can save companies l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-document-management-software-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-document-management-software-tools/AdviceTue, 06 Aug 2019 14:49:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Schools can be hazardous environments for children with food allergies. In the past, parents provided teachers and administrators with handwritten lists of food allergies, but these could be lost or forgotten. Today, digital tools make it easier for teachers and staff who interact directly with stu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-tech-for-kids-with-food-allergies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-tech-for-kids-with-food-allergies/IndustriesTue, 06 Aug 2019 13:53:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Google Forms SurveyMonkey TypeForm Whether you’re getting feedback from customers on your latest product release or gauging employee interest in new healthcare coverage, surveys are a useful tool for information gathering. But putting together a survey probably isn’t at th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-survey-tools-2019/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-survey-tools-2019/Latest ArticlesTue, 06 Aug 2019 09:02:18 +0000<![CDATA[ What can something as simple as water teach us about resilience? According to Bruce Lee, everything. “Empty your mind, be formless. Shapeless, like water. If you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put water into a bottle and it becomes the bottle. You put it in a teapot, it becomes...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/rest-for-resilience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/rest-for-resilience/BackstageMon, 05 Aug 2019 15:58:37 +0000<![CDATA[ The Medicare Learning Network HIPAA fact sheet The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) training module HealthIT.gov’s Guide to Privacy and Security of Electronic Health Information State Attorneys General training Compliancy Group training material AccountableHQ’s HIPAA training ProHI...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-free-hipaa-training-resources/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-free-hipaa-training-resources/IndustriesMon, 05 Aug 2019 13:18:53 +0000<![CDATA[ The art world can be an overwhelming place. From tough critics to discerning buyers, there are many people to please as you try to make it as an artist or a gallerist. How do you break in? While the first step is creating work that stands out, the next step is actually promoting that work and getti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-sell-art-online/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-sell-art-online/GuidesFri, 02 Aug 2019 14:09:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Small Biz Survival Kabbage Small Business Bonfire Big Ideas for Small Business Duct Tape Marketing Small Business Trends Marie Forleo Gary Vaynerchuk MarketingProfs Noobpreneur Whether you’re looking for some inspiration, hiring tips, or help with a tricky sales situation...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-small-business-blogs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-small-business-blogs/AdviceFri, 02 Aug 2019 12:01:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The EU’s second payment services directive (PSD2) has preoccupied everyone in the payments industry from credit card issuers and banks to payment processors and merchants ever since the mandate went into effect in September 2019. Once the directive comes into force at the start of 2021, the pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/strong-customer-authentication/https://www.jotform.com/blog/strong-customer-authentication/IndustriesThu, 01 Aug 2019 15:28:36 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm’s Square payment forms makes collecting payments online quick and easy no e-commerce site and no invoice necessary. What’s more, the Square Dashboard will automatically track your customers and orders. Follow these steps: 1. Use JotForm’s drag-and-drop Form Builder to create a form...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-square-payment-on-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-square-payment-on-website/IndustriesThu, 01 Aug 2019 13:34:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Zapier is the king of connecting business applications. It’s easy to use, and year after year the company adds more helpful workflows that enable organizations to automate otherwise tedious tasks. Zapier offers more than 5,000 app integrations, so if you can’t find your technology stack listed in t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-zapier-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-zapier-alternatives/AdviceWed, 31 Jul 2019 12:24:38 +0000<![CDATA[ The EU’s second payment services directive (PSD2) will be in full force come September 14, 2019. With the deadline looming, everyone in the payment industry is concerned about becoming compliant before it’s too late. Of the main players banks, payment service providers, and business owners the la...]]>https://www.jotform.com/psd2-regulation/https://www.jotform.com/psd2-regulation/GuidesWed, 31 Jul 2019 09:48:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Between work, home and other buildings, U.S. citizens are indoors about 90 percent of the time. This means that indoor air quality is one of the most critical environmental factors in human health. But, a 2017 EPA report asserts that indoor air quality is among the very worst of human health threat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-office-plants-for-producing-oxygen/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-office-plants-for-producing-oxygen/AdviceWed, 31 Jul 2019 07:39:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Make the customer the hero Obsess over your email subject line and preview text Include fewer CTAs in your emails for maximum impact Use the P.S. section for maximum impact Add alt-text to any images Make your email personal FOMO sells Subscribe to email marketing newsletters for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-email-marketing-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-email-marketing-tips/AdviceTue, 30 Jul 2019 10:51:06 +0000<![CDATA[ I travel pretty frequently between JotForm’s headquarters in Turkey and San Francisco. On a recent flight, just after boarding, I realized that I had left my laptop at home. I hadn’t packed a book, either. It was either the window or the tiny overhead screen. As much as I appreciate an old rom-c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/boredom-and-creativity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/boredom-and-creativity/BackstageMon, 29 Jul 2019 12:03:50 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/JXD6B9tNtV0 HR is involved in every step of the employee lifecycle, from first contact with an organization to the last day on the job. To help out with those steps and everything in between, most HR teams use an HRIS (Human Resource Information System) to keep their data orga...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-hr-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-hr-automation/AdviceMon, 29 Jul 2019 07:06:44 +0000<![CDATA[ So you want to find out more about surveys, what they entail, how they compare to similar data-collection methods, and how to get started creating one? Then this is the perfect guide for you. What is a survey? Here’s the simplest and briefest definition: A survey is a structured way to collec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-create-a-survey/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-create-a-survey/GuidesFri, 26 Jul 2019 12:49:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Teachers want to encourage higher-level thinking skills among their students. Many fear technology can make students passive consumers of the vast amounts of information they encounter, instead of encouraging them to think critically. Distraction is another concern. A Gallup poll found that near...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-technology-to-foster-higher-thinking-skills-in-class/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-technology-to-foster-higher-thinking-skills-in-class/IndustriesFri, 26 Jul 2019 07:03:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Wix WordPress Jotform Weebly Squarespace MotoCMS IONOS Webflow uCoz SiteBuilder Strikingly Site123 Pixpa Duda Hostinger Are you looking to create a new website or redesign an existing site but don’t know how to code? Ten years ago, you would’ve ha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wysiwyg-web-builders/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-wysiwyg-web-builders/AdviceThu, 25 Jul 2019 15:29:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Square uses mobile technology to allow businesses (or artists or vendors or just about anyone) to accept credit card payments from their smartphones or tablets no matter where they are. The more detailed answer to the question, “How does Square work?” depends a lot on the answer to another quest...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-does-square-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-does-square-work/IndustriesWed, 24 Jul 2019 21:47:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys are a great tool for getting information, feedback, insights, and more from customers, employees, and other stakeholders. You can use what you learn from their responses to make informed business decisions. But you may not get the actionable information you need if you don’t follow a few be...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-data-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/survey-data-collection/AdviceTue, 23 Jul 2019 12:18:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Electronic signatures have revolutionized the way we handle documents. What used to require a pen and paper can now be done conveniently with digital tools. Electronic signatures are not a new concept. They’ve been developing alongside various technological advancements for decades. For example,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/adding-electronic-signature-in-word/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/adding-electronic-signature-in-word/AdviceMon, 22 Jul 2019 15:58:11 +0000<![CDATA[ We all know Charles Darwin, the father of modern evolutionary studies and the author of On the Origin of Species, among other important works. What you might not know is that Charles Darwin was basically the Tim Ferriss of his era  a master of producing maximum creative output in minimal time. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/measure-achievement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/measure-achievement/BackstageMon, 22 Jul 2019 14:22:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Teachers are responsible for more than teaching history lessons and math equations. They also instill in their students critical thinking skills, empathy, and a connection to society. With that comes uncomfortable conversations. In an age where polarizing content about race, gender, and immigrat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-forms-to-facilitate-social-justice-conversations-with-students/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-forms-to-facilitate-social-justice-conversations-with-students/IndustriesFri, 19 Jul 2019 14:25:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Your CRM is only as powerful as the prospect and customer information and data that’s in it. In order to scale, your CRM needs to communicate with other key aspects of your business. This is what integrations or connectors do. By automating and improving your existing systems and processes,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-crm-integrations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-crm-integrations/AdviceThu, 18 Jul 2019 14:26:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Before you can even think of creating a webinar with rich, engaging content, you need to choose a platform that helps you achieve your goals and reach your audience. When considering platforms, you need to decide which features will provide you with the most value, which pricing works for your budg...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-webinar-software-platforms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-webinar-software-platforms/AdviceWed, 17 Jul 2019 13:23:35 +0000<![CDATA[ MailerLite Mailchimp Constant Contact iContact AWeber ConvertKit Drip ActiveCampaign Klaviyo HubSpot When it comes to cloud-based email marketing services, there are dozens of options to choose from. What you choose depends on the type of business you run, how m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-email-marketing-services/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-email-marketing-services/AdviceTue, 16 Jul 2019 14:54:19 +0000<![CDATA[ “To truly cherish the things that are important to you, you must first discard those that have outlived their purpose. To throw away what you no longer need is neither wasteful nor shameful.” That advice comes from Marie Kondo, the Japanese author and decluttering expert who has become perhaps t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/declutter-your-mind/https://www.jotform.com/blog/declutter-your-mind/BackstageMon, 15 Jul 2019 13:07:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Want to work easier? We have a solution for you. 😏 Our latest integration for collaboration tool Slack helps teams work more efficiently, maintain better communication, and create a seamless workflow. When teams integrate JotForm and Slack, form responses are sent directly to a Slack channel ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/slack-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/slack-integration/ProductMon, 15 Jul 2019 05:35:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Eric Shannon wasn’t exactly the biggest fan of dogs while he was growing up. In fact, he would go the extra mile just to avoid even the smallest or friendliest ones, from shih tzus to golden retrievers. That all changed in 2004 when Shannon, then 27, made a trip to Cape May, New Jersey, and met ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-slack-help-dog-bed-maker-with-video-review/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-slack-help-dog-bed-maker-with-video-review/Customer StoriesMon, 15 Jul 2019 03:01:01 +0000<![CDATA[ From its Seattle headquarters, Jones Soda pumps out soda flavors you never even considered possible. Green Apple? Blue Bubblegum? Pumpkin Pie? Sure, why not? If it’s sweet and delicious in real life, chances are the soda version has legs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4dvEH6b2WQ But it’s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jones-soda-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jones-soda-case-study/Customer StoriesMon, 15 Jul 2019 01:45:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting donations or selling something online can be a hassle when you need several different platforms to get the job done. Wouldn’t it be great if you could gather information, conduct sales, arrange payments, and issue invoices in a single place? JotForm’s new integration with PayPal In...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-paypal-invoicing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-paypal-invoicing/IndustriesSun, 14 Jul 2019 14:58:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re sending a survey to your employees, collecting t-shirt sizes for your kid’s soccer team, buying a plane ticket, or collecting safety data on an active construction site, all of these activities start with a form.Since 77 percent of adults in the U.S. now own a smartphone, all of the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-form-design-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-form-design-best-practices/AdviceFri, 12 Jul 2019 13:47:38 +0000<![CDATA[ I want to say thank you to every Jotform user for helping us cross the 5 million user mark. We couldn’t have reached this milestone without you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZvJQ_pc7Ys Since Jotform launched in 2006, we’ve made product decisions based off of users’ requests – always kee...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-million-users/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-million-users/ProductThu, 11 Jul 2019 15:56:42 +0000<![CDATA[ An automated webinar is another name for a “prerecorded webinar.” This means that it isn’t live when people watch it.  There are advantages to producing an automated webinar. For instance, you can edit an automated webinar before releasing it, whereas a live webinar can’t be edited in the m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/producing-evergreen-webinars/https://www.jotform.com/blog/producing-evergreen-webinars/AdviceThu, 11 Jul 2019 12:46:16 +0000<![CDATA[ There is sure a clear distinction between a real estate broker and a real estate agent. Most important point is: Agents can sell and list homes, but they are not licensed to operate independently. They must work under a broker, as brokers are expected to have a deeper knowledge of state and federal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-a-real-estate-broker/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-find-a-real-estate-broker/AdviceWed, 10 Jul 2019 10:34:58 +0000<![CDATA[ So you’re thinking about becoming a real estate agent? We get the excitement. Spending your time helping people find their dream homes can be rewarding. And getting the commissions that come with selling expensive properties, holding elaborate parties to drive sales, and playing a key part in devel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-become-a-real-estate-agent/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-become-a-real-estate-agent/GuidesWed, 10 Jul 2019 10:32:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Many business owners use surveys to gather useful information from their customers, employees, or other stakeholders. There’s no shortage of tools available for creating surveys. Facebook is a widely used one no wonder, since the platform has over 1.5 billion daily active users across the world. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-survey-on-facebook/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-survey-on-facebook/AdviceWed, 10 Jul 2019 09:57:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Sign: Best for overall usage Docusign: Best for integrations Adobe Sign: Best for reliability OneSpan Sign: Best for security PDFfiller: Best for pricing PandaDoc: Best for sales teams SignNow: Best for pricing SignEasy: Best for security Secured Signing: Best for ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/top-electronic-signature-apps/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/top-electronic-signature-apps/AdviceTue, 09 Jul 2019 14:33:59 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re constantly given new advice on how to improve our lives. Meditate. Exercise. Get a hobby. Fast. Everything you do, from what you eat to how you spend your free time, seems like it can be optimized. Especially in the tech world, we’re constantly striving toward making things better, ourselv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/guide-self-improvement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/guide-self-improvement/BackstageMon, 08 Jul 2019 12:39:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Your medical test results were faxed, not to your doctor but to your workplace. This mistake cost one healthcare provider hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines and lawsuits. Protecting your patients’ information is important. When you work at a healthcare company, you need a secure fax se...]]>https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/best-hipaa-compliant-fax-services/https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/best-hipaa-compliant-fax-services/IndustriesMon, 08 Jul 2019 11:14:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Startup advice can be seductive. From motivational quotes to magazine profiles, there’s a persistent narrative that if you follow your passion, log 80 hours a week, and “hustle hard,” you’ll create the next Amazon or Airbnb. It is possible. We all know that hard work can produce incredible re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/bootstrapping/https://www.jotform.com/bootstrapping/AdviceMon, 08 Jul 2019 11:08:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Kindergarten teachers are a special bunch of educators. Working with young children means constant activity, interruptions, and lots of color! This role is a huge responsibility, and it isn’t meant to be taken on alone. Kindergarten teachers need the support of fellow teachers to keep lesson ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kindergarten-blogs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kindergarten-blogs/IndustriesFri, 05 Jul 2019 14:17:19 +0000<![CDATA[ You don’t want the livestream of your webinar to be the last time it’s ever seen or heard. After all, time and effort went into crafting your webinar, so why not record it while it’s being presented and use it as a resource going forward? Luckily, recording your screen while hosting a webinar is a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-record-your-screen-during-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-record-your-screen-during-webinar/AdviceFri, 05 Jul 2019 11:56:21 +0000<![CDATA[ You can use our free proposal templates to make sure your proposal includes everything it needs. Aside from the proposal itself, you’ll also need a cover and cover letter or executive summary. Get e-signatures for online proposals with Jotform Sign. It's free! Cover Your cover needs to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-to-include-in-a-proposal/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-to-include-in-a-proposal/AdviceThu, 04 Jul 2019 10:46:33 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re familiar with terms like APR, escrow, collateral, and interest rate, you likely have some experience with the world of loans. Common types of loans include mortgage, business, and personal loans. An increasingly popular type is the signature loan. Personal lending is the fastest-growin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-a-signature-loan/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-a-signature-loan/AdviceWed, 03 Jul 2019 12:45:48 +0000<![CDATA[ The concept of a paperless office has been around for decades, but most workplaces still use a lot of paper. Why? There are a few reasons, but the biggest one is the fact that human beings resist change. Doing everything digitally means learning new protocols. We’ve built habits around paper. Bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-go-paperless/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-go-paperless/GuidesTue, 02 Jul 2019 11:53:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys offer a great way to collect information and feedback about a wide array of subjects. And there are nearly as many ways to create a survey as there are topics for surveys. One popular survey creator is Google Forms. While it’s not the right tool for everyone in every case, it works for m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-google-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-google-survey/AdviceTue, 02 Jul 2019 11:45:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Productive people are supposed to do the same thing every day. Eat the same breakfast. Wake up at the same time. Wear a uniform. Codify your life you so you can focus on the important things. Save your energy for what matters and let routine take care of the rest. I’ve given that advice myself. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mind-wandering/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mind-wandering/BackstageMon, 01 Jul 2019 15:13:00 +0000<![CDATA[ “Webinar” is a very broad term. In short, it’s an online event that connects a speaker or speakers with viewers around the world. Webinars are broadcast in real time over the internet and are interactive, in many cases allowing viewers to respond to speakers and hold a conversation. While webina...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-do-webinars-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-do-webinars-work/AdviceMon, 01 Jul 2019 14:04:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Virtru Paubox NeoCertified HIPAA Vault Aspida Mail Protected Trust MailHippo LuxSci ProtonMail Hushmail Egress Identillect Mimecast EnGuard According to the Radicati Group's estimation, 281 million emails are sent each day. The same March 2018 report es...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-hipaa-compliant-email-providers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-hipaa-compliant-email-providers/IndustriesSun, 30 Jun 2019 08:04:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Teaching requires an immense amount of creativity, constant learning, and a supportive community. When you lack inspiration or feel isolated, fellow teachers can be incredibly helpful. Today, many educators share thoughts on lesson planning, student connection, and self-care on Twitter. For an ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/educators-to-follow-on-twitter/https://www.jotform.com/blog/educators-to-follow-on-twitter/AdviceFri, 28 Jun 2019 11:34:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Google Forms SurveyMonkey Airtable Forms Zoho Survey Typeform Sogolytics (Formerly SoGoSurvey) QuestionPro Paperform SurveyLegend Whether you’re looking to conduct market research, collect customer feedback, or gauge employee sentiment, surveys can be a gre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-survey-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-survey-tools/AdviceThu, 27 Jun 2019 12:09:48 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/rw6S2iS9-Xs In many industries, it’s common for customers to request business proposals from organizations that are looking to sell them products and services or seeking investments. A business proposal is an effective way for an organization to provide more information about ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-business-proposal/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-write-a-business-proposal/AdviceThu, 27 Jun 2019 11:23:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Investing in a customer relationship management (CRM) system can be one of the best investments you’ll make. That’s because a CRM system gives you a central place for all prospect, customer, and vendor interactions, and it can help your team be more organized and efficient. There are dozens of C...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/essential-crm-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/essential-crm-features/AdviceWed, 26 Jun 2019 14:58:01 +0000<![CDATA[ The modern workplace can be a strange thing to navigate. You’ve got a bunch of employees, all staring at a computer screen for the majority of the day. As a result, offices have a tendency to become lifeless places without a lot of personality or energy. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Wheth...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-have-fun-at-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-have-fun-at-work/AdviceWed, 26 Jun 2019 11:31:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Remember the days when you had to pull out a paper map to locate a business or someone’s home? What about when you had to copy an address from a website, PDF, or email and paste it into an online mapping service to find out where a specific place was located? As more people rely on online sol...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-geolocation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-geolocation/ProductTue, 25 Jun 2019 10:24:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Here’s a riddle for you: What do forms and fingerprints have in common, besides sharing the same first letter? No two forms and fingerprints, for that matter are alike. Because more people work on the go, JotForm has launched a new mobile app, called JotForm Mobile Forms, which allows peopl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-forms-special-form-fields/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-forms-special-form-fields/ProductMon, 24 Jun 2019 14:08:40 +0000<![CDATA[ In 1975, now-legendary Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour was a junior editor at Harper’s Bazaar. And then she got herself fired. It can be hard to imagine someone like Wintour  perfectly polished, perceived as the best in her field, respected to the point of being feared  ever making a misstep....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/failure-new-success/https://www.jotform.com/blog/failure-new-success/BackstageMon, 24 Jun 2019 13:00:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Mina Okpi may not have discovered the great outdoors until she was in college, but she considers the adventures she’s taken since then to be some of her favorite memories. Shortly after Okpi was diagnosed with cancer in 2015, the former electrical engineer decided to embark on a camping trip tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-forms-helps-an-outdoor-adventure-group-collect-information/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mobile-forms-helps-an-outdoor-adventure-group-collect-information/Customer StoriesFri, 21 Jun 2019 13:16:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you ever feel overwhelmed by notifications and wish you could only get notifications for the stuff you care about? Yeah, we feel the same way. That’s why our new app, JotForm Mobile Forms, gives you the option to enable or disable form notifications for one or more of your forms, so you ge...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customize-form-notifications-on-jotform-mobile-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customize-form-notifications-on-jotform-mobile-forms/ProductFri, 21 Jun 2019 12:23:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Educational conferences are great places to connect with like-minded people and hone your professional skills as a teacher or administrator. There are many great U.S.-based conferences scheduled for the upcoming school year ranging from grade-level–focused events to EdTech. Here are 16 that wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/education-edtech-conferences-2019-2020/https://www.jotform.com/blog/education-edtech-conferences-2019-2020/IndustriesFri, 21 Jun 2019 12:03:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Collaboration is key so much so, it’ll make or break your organization. But getting teams to collaborate effectively and be on the same page is tough. That’s why collaboration is a key function of our reimagined app, JotForm Mobile Forms. It’s also the reason why teams love it so much. Wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-jotform-mobile-forms-to-assign-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-jotform-mobile-forms-to-assign-forms/ProductThu, 20 Jun 2019 12:36:32 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm Mobile Forms’s kiosk mode locks a form onto the screen of your phone or tablet and turns your mobile device into a public survey station. Kiosk mode, by definition, is a security measure that allows people to perform only specific actions in a program. Whenever anyone submits a respo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-kiosk-mode/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-kiosk-mode/ProductWed, 19 Jun 2019 09:06:32 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm’s new mobile app, JotForm Mobile Forms, is changing the game by allowing users to view and fill out their forms, even when they have limited or no internet access. You read that right. No more disruptions and long delays because you can’t find an internet connection to gather informat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-work-done-on-the-go-with-offline-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-work-done-on-the-go-with-offline-forms/ProductTue, 18 Jun 2019 12:14:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Great companies need exceptional employees.  Once your business has outgrown the basement, it’s time to find smart, talented people who can help you reach the next level.  Unfortunately, skilled superstars can be tough to pin down. A June 2018 report from ManpowerGroup reveal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/grow-superstar-employees/https://www.jotform.com/blog/grow-superstar-employees/BackstageMon, 17 Jun 2019 13:16:17 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re thrilled to announce JotForm Mobile Forms, a reimagined take on mobile data collection. We didn’t want to make an app just to review submission information; we wanted to create a mobile platform with robust forms that work anywhere. And we’re happy to say, we nailed it. It would be a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/mobile-forms/story/https://www.jotform.com/products/mobile-forms/story/GuidesMon, 17 Jun 2019 03:36:48 +0000<![CDATA[ If you haven’t already heard, we launched JotForm Mobile Forms a reimagined app offering robust forms that work anywhere. We’re excited about our new product and wanted to share the ins and outs of how it works and how it will benefit your organization. Be sure to watch our webinar for an in-de...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-mobile-forms-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-mobile-forms-webinar/ProductMon, 17 Jun 2019 02:01:10 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to anything involving forms, Phil Aiello is known as the person with all of the answers. And there is no shortage of questions to field and requests to fulfill. With more than 500 online forms to manage in JotForm, Aiello has his hands full. He is the marketing director at Sigma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-management-on-the-go-for-a-fraternity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-management-on-the-go-for-a-fraternity/Customer StoriesMon, 17 Jun 2019 01:16:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Remote work is on the rise. Global Workplace Analytics reported that since 2005, regularly working from home has grown by 140 percent. It makes sense. With no overhead costs, it’s affordable for companies. And with flexible schedules and a nonexistent commute, it’s accommodating for employees...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/makers-series-how-to-manage-a-virtual-team/https://www.jotform.com/blog/makers-series-how-to-manage-a-virtual-team/BackstageFri, 14 Jun 2019 14:20:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Listening to podcasts is convenient for teachers who wish to further develop their skills no need to travel or spend hours reading textbooks. You can listen to education experts and fellow teachers when driving to work, logging grades, or grabbing a coffee in the break room. Did you know JotFo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/podcasts-for-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/podcasts-for-teachers/IndustriesFri, 14 Jun 2019 07:38:33 +0000<![CDATA[ The story of Zoom founder Eric S. Yuan is an entrepreneurial fable that proves even the most crowded markets are never truly full. Before launching his online conferencing and collaboration product, Zoom’s Yuan ran engineering for Cisco’s WebEx. He expanded the WebEx team from 10 e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-disrupt-an-industry/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-disrupt-an-industry/BackstageThu, 13 Jun 2019 13:40:52 +0000<![CDATA[ In May of 1996, Microsoft launched NetMeeting and with it, webinars were born. NetMeeting was a crude version of the webinar technology that was to come. Subsequent advances in technology have made it easier to hold presentations, lectures, and meetings in real time over the internet. The benef...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-record-a-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-record-a-webinar/GuidesThu, 13 Jun 2019 11:07:30 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to data collection for personal and business use alike surveying is one of the most effective information-gathering methods available. A survey is a quick and easy tool to get the answers you need whether you’re asking teachers about their favorite teaching methods or asking baby b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-survey/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-a-survey/AdviceWed, 12 Jun 2019 14:07:32 +0000<![CDATA[ When you were just starting out, you likely handled all of your sales and customer service emails from your inbox. As your company grows and you start adding team members, this approach can become problematic. You need a system where you can track sales, follow up with prospects, and manage cust...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-cloud-crms-for-smbs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-cloud-crms-for-smbs/AdviceTue, 11 Jun 2019 10:46:59 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/gFBpv4r-gzk Fundraising isn’t just a way of raising money for a group, but a way to come together to work toward a collective goal. Whether it’s to remodel because of a growing membership, or for a summer camping trip, fundraising gives everyone a reason to celebrate the churc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fundraising-ideas-for-churches/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fundraising-ideas-for-churches/AdviceMon, 10 Jun 2019 14:20:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Get it together. You’ll mess everything up if you can’t calm down. I was gearing up for a presentation when the thought hit me: if I don’t calm down fast, I might blow it. Normally, I don’t get too nervous about public speaking, but this time felt different. I was presenting to a peer group t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-anxiety/https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-anxiety/BackstageMon, 10 Jun 2019 12:08:39 +0000<![CDATA[ There are many benefits to incorporating technology in the classroom. But those benefits aren’t available to all because when it comes to technology access, there is a glaring divide between rich and poor families. “When I taught eighth and ninth graders, the majority of my students could barely...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-teachers-can-help-narrow-the-digital-divide/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-teachers-can-help-narrow-the-digital-divide/IndustriesFri, 07 Jun 2019 10:59:51 +0000<![CDATA[ When you’re running a small business, ensuring you stay compliant with local tax laws is crucial. But in a photography business, taxes can get confusing. Are you delivering a service or selling a product? And if you’re sending photos to clients digitally, do you have to pay taxes on shipping? Wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/are-photography-services-taxable/https://www.jotform.com/photography/are-photography-services-taxable/IndustriesThu, 06 Jun 2019 11:15:11 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/__g1v6K9HwM Did you know that for every dollar you spend on your CRM, you get an average return on investment of $8.71? As your business scales, using great customer relationship management (CRM) software can increase your team’s productivity and make you more money. In ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-using-a-crm/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-using-a-crm/AdviceWed, 05 Jun 2019 13:58:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Smartsheet Device Magic Zoho Forms Fulcrum Magpi+ KoboToolbox Open Data Kit (ODK) SurveyCTO FastField There was a time when collecting data on the go involved a lot of preparation, manual tasks, and sprints to places with a stable internet connection when y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-free-mobile-data-collection-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-free-mobile-data-collection-apps/ProductTue, 04 Jun 2019 12:23:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Mission: turn the U.S. Navy, an organization steeped in rules, hierarchy and conformity, into a hotbed for innovation. To some, it might sound like a mission impossible. But that’s just what a young naval officer, Ben Kohlmann, managed to do. Kohlmann, who was known for questioning long-st...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embrace-nonconformity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embrace-nonconformity/BackstageMon, 03 Jun 2019 12:54:19 +0000<![CDATA[ “In the fabric of space and in the nature of matter, as in a great work of art, there is, written small, the artist’s signature.” Carl Sagan Where did signatures come from? Why are these scribbles so highly prized? Signatures evolved as a way to ensure three things: Authenticity. A signa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-an-electronic-signature/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/what-is-an-electronic-signature/AdviceMon, 03 Jun 2019 11:45:22 +0000<![CDATA[ We live in a time when data is on everyone’s minds. Teachers, school administrators, and educational policy leaders are no exception. Student data family history, income level, attendance rates, ELL status, health information, and assessment performance has the potential to improve education, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-data-is-a-necessity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-data-is-a-necessity/IndustriesFri, 31 May 2019 08:00:35 +0000<![CDATA[ “The [Digital Signature] Standard specifies a suite of algorithms that can be used to generate a digital signature. Digital signatures are used to detect unauthorized modifications to data and to authenticate the identity of the signatory.” National Institute of Standards and Technology Digital...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/e-signature-vs-digital-signature/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/e-signature-vs-digital-signature/Latest ArticlesThu, 30 May 2019 11:46:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Traditional “wet” signatures have been with us for thousands of years. They come in many different forms, including stamps, marks, signs, and seals. However, they’re quickly becoming outdated as new technology reshapes our world. New ways of signing are simpler, easier, and more convenient. It’s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-do-e-signatures-work/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-do-e-signatures-work/GuidesThu, 30 May 2019 11:45:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Payment limits are a thing of the past when you integrate JotForm with Square. Instead, you’re only limited by the submission limits that accompany any JotForm plan. Translation: You can now accept up to 100 payments per month for FREE with JotForm. And if you’re on a paid plan, your payment lim...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-payment-limits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-payment-limits/ProductWed, 29 May 2019 11:04:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Buying a home may require a major investment of money, time, and patience, but Christian Adams knows that having the right information in hand is just as important. For instance, Realtors can use a home inspection report and repair estimate as negotiation tools to have sellers fix the issues wit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/proptech-startup-uses-online-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/proptech-startup-uses-online-forms/Customer StoriesTue, 28 May 2019 10:52:33 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re having one of those days (or weeks) of drudgery  maybe you’re immersed in paperwork or taxes  and you’re considering the Purpose of it All, I wouldn’t suggest digging around on the internet. A cursory Google search for “the meaning of life” will surface a range of quick, pithy advice. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/meaning-of-life/https://www.jotform.com/blog/meaning-of-life/BackstageMon, 27 May 2019 15:25:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Not every photography purchase involves going into a store and weighing your options. There are also plenty of tools for photographers online. These include online photography forms, photo-editing tools, useful instructional resources, and more that will help you advance your skills as a photograph...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/popular-online-photography-tools/https://www.jotform.com/photography/popular-online-photography-tools/IndustriesMon, 27 May 2019 11:20:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Hosting a webinar is one of the best ways to connect and communicate with users. Whether your organization focuses on informational, product-launch, or how-to webinars, having a good understanding of the basics will get you on the right track to hosting top-notch webinars every time. To host...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/basics-of-hosting-a-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/basics-of-hosting-a-webinar/AdviceFri, 24 May 2019 12:47:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Administrators and teachers are always looking for ways to improve processes that can, in turn, improve student performance. That’s why there’s so much talk about student data. This data allows teachers to measure and compare student performance against goals. Based on those results, teachers c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-data-helps-teachers-plan-for-continuous-improvement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/student-data-helps-teachers-plan-for-continuous-improvement/IndustriesFri, 24 May 2019 08:50:08 +0000<![CDATA[ CRM software is a modular technology system that includes sales automation, analytics, and marketing automation tools to gather customer data and empower sales teams to work at peak efficiency. Customer relationship management solutions have become a mainstream part of the business world. CRM sy...]]>https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/what-is-crm/https://www.jotform.com/glossary/marketing/what-is-crm/GuidesThu, 23 May 2019 11:19:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Being a pastor requires helping people in their most personal lives. While responsibilities vary by denomination, a pastor can baptize babies, wed couples, and speak at funerals. A pastor is the head of a religious community, which is a lot of responsibility. Accordingly, the procedure for becom...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-pastor/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-pastor/AdviceThu, 23 May 2019 10:14:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Data management can be tricky  unless you have the right tools in place. Some of the most common data management challenges organizations experience are figuring out the best way to organize high volumes of data, not having a fluid process in place, and spending too much time on data entry....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/common-data-management-challenges/https://www.jotform.com/blog/common-data-management-challenges/ProductThu, 23 May 2019 06:58:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Keeping track of new leads and sales conversations can be daunting. Using a CRM can help you manage your pipeline and track deals. One of the most popular CRMs out there is from HubSpot, and it’s free. As your business grows you might want to take advantage of some of HubSpot’s paid products,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-hubspot-crm/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-hubspot-crm/ProductWed, 22 May 2019 08:31:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Email marketing is one of the most effective ways to promote your business. In fact, for every dollar you spend on email, you’ll get an average of $38. That’s not a bad ROI. However, with dozens of email marketing tools out there, it can be hard to know which one to choose.One of the most po...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-mailchimp-to-get-more-done/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-mailchimp-to-get-more-done/ProductTue, 21 May 2019 14:53:33 +0000<![CDATA[ How much time is wasted at work? According to workers, it’s a lot. Recent research indicates that 89 percent of people waste time at work every day, with the top 10 percent wasting over three hours. Think of that lost productivity and potential. Some of that time can definitely be attributed ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/respecting-time/https://www.jotform.com/blog/respecting-time/BackstageMon, 20 May 2019 13:59:05 +0000<![CDATA[ The world is full of love stories just waiting to be discovered, and for almost seven years, Talia Jensen has been able to capture her fair share of them with her camera. “Photography [was] my passion growing up, and turning it into my career has been a dream come true,” Jensen said in a 2017 in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-online-forms-help-a-wedding-photographer/https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-online-forms-help-a-wedding-photographer/Customer StoriesMon, 20 May 2019 08:05:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Technology is constantly changing and pushing classrooms forward. While exciting, it can often leave teachers feeling overwhelmed rather than better equipped. Teachers can streamline repetitive, administrative tasks by using tech tools, but just how much time do they really save? The short and s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teachers-saving-time-with-tech-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teachers-saving-time-with-tech-tools/IndustriesFri, 17 May 2019 13:16:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Every Christian can remember a sermon that’s changed their lives. As a metaphysical, literary, and spiritual book, the Bible has the potential to engage our imagination, intellect, and mind on every level. Whether EV Hill’s “How to Make the Enemy Run” or David Platt’s “Divine Sovereignty,” a great ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-sermon/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-a-sermon/AdviceFri, 17 May 2019 11:13:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Melissa Hartigan has had a camera in hand for as long as she can remember, and she knows how a memory, captured in a single photo, can spark joy. “We had closets full of photo albums when I was growing up, so pictures were always important to my family,” she said. As she grew up, Hartigan’s p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/online-forms-help-maternity-photography-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/photography/online-forms-help-maternity-photography-workflow/Customer StoriesThu, 16 May 2019 08:36:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Dropbox is one of the most popular collaboration tools on the market. It allows you to save essential documents, keep track of projects, aggregate notes, assign tasks, and much more. When it was first created in 2007, Dropbox was merely a file-sharing tool. Over the years, it has morphed into a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-dropbox-to-get-more-done/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-dropbox-to-get-more-done/ProductWed, 15 May 2019 11:17:15 +0000<![CDATA[ PayPal is highly committed to giving. The company calls its strategy “Social Innovation.” This modern take on generosity aims to improve the overall finances of individuals, strengthen societies, and encourage donations to charities. How does this strategy work out in the real world? Kiva Gat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-paypal-assists-nonprofits-examples/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-paypal-assists-nonprofits-examples/IndustriesTue, 14 May 2019 13:34:17 +0000<![CDATA[ The year is 300 B.C. Zeno, a renowned philosopher and founder of Stoicism, is enjoying some steam at an Athens bathhouse. Suddenly, Zeno remembers a lecture he needs to prepare for the following day. He isn’t ready to leave; he’s just starting to unwind after a long week of debating politics....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-an-ancient-greek-philosophy-can-maximize-your-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-an-ancient-greek-philosophy-can-maximize-your-productivity/BackstageMon, 13 May 2019 15:39:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Sometimes technology opens up new avenues for photographic expression. This has been the case with aerial photography, as drones have allowed photographers to go places they’ve never been able to go before. But this field can be overwhelming for some, considering the technology is fairly new and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/best-drone-for-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/best-drone-for-photography/IndustriesMon, 13 May 2019 08:45:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Data management it’s a love-hate relationship for most companies. We love what we can learn from it and hate its unruly and disorganized nature. If you’re looking for ways to better your relationship with data management, create a seamless workflow, and never have to do data entry again, th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-airtable-data-management-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-airtable-data-management-webinar/ProductFri, 10 May 2019 11:36:09 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/8IzNBBNAeQ0 In our experience, many people overcomplicate conversion rate optimization. The process of turning more site visitors into buyers is often easier than you think. We’ve helped our users collect more than $300 million through our payment forms. However, it all ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-payment-form-conversions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-payment-form-conversions/IndustriesFri, 10 May 2019 10:41:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Becoming a photographer is no easy feat. Becoming a famous one is even more challenging. With easy access to high-quality cameras, endless competition, and a glut of photography accounts on social media, it’s become harder than ever to get work recognized and stand out from the crowd. The pho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/makers-series-photographer-jeremy-cowart/https://www.jotform.com/photography/makers-series-photographer-jeremy-cowart/IndustriesFri, 10 May 2019 06:55:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Teachers are some of the most dedicated professionals in the workforce. They take on enormous responsibilities for little financial reward just to see their students grow and learn. They are painstakingly aware that student outcomes largely depend on their own abilities to impart information, skill...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teachers-feedback-forms-matter/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teachers-feedback-forms-matter/IndustriesFri, 10 May 2019 02:18:25 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/IFQ2zJVtZ2c Every new photographer has the same fear: What if I’m not able to get any clients? It’s a common stressor for those just starting photography business, but rest assured that this fear is mostly unfounded. The demand for photographers is pretty high, and with the ri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-get-photography-clients/https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-get-photography-clients/IndustriesThu, 09 May 2019 07:58:21 +0000<![CDATA[ PayPal is a payment gateway alternative that provides convenient solutions for businesses and individuals. PayPal offers merchants a wide range of business services at competitive rates and without long-term contracts. For individuals, PayPal offers simple money transfers, credit and debit car...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-does-paypal-work/https://www.jotform.com/how-does-paypal-work/GuidesWed, 08 May 2019 13:38:36 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to taking payments online, Stripe and PayPal are the leaders, dominating more than 80 percent of the total market. In fact, there’s a good chance you’ve bought something online in the last month from a company that uses either one or both of these payment gateways. https://www....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-vs-paypal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-vs-paypal/IndustriesWed, 08 May 2019 11:58:16 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re sick and tired of manual data entry and management, our new Airtable integration is the perfect solution for you. Teams can collect important information, such as name, email, notes, and uploads through JotForm, and automatically have it funneled it into different “bases” and “tables” ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/airtable-integration/ProductTue, 07 May 2019 12:57:33 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s a myth that writing is for, well, writers  the kids who studied English lit and always had a novel tucked into their back pockets.  As higher education places an increasing premium on ROI and employability instead of mastering a fundamental human skillset, we’re overlooking an absol...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/write-well/https://www.jotform.com/blog/write-well/BackstageMon, 06 May 2019 11:24:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether your online fundraising efforts involve a web page, social media, or crowdfunding, you need to balance attracting new donors with retaining credibility. Attention spans are notoriously short for web audiences. Use these five steps to ensure your organization maintains its mission while embr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/5-steps-for-better-online-fundraising/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/5-steps-for-better-online-fundraising/NonprofitsMon, 06 May 2019 07:46:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Teaching is a juggling act, with responsibilities like lesson planning, school meetings, parent communication, testing, and grading not to mention actually teaching. What can teachers do to keep all those balls in the air, while still focusing on what matters most: their students? Using the rig...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-saving-tips-for-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-saving-tips-for-teachers/IndustriesFri, 03 May 2019 10:31:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Undertake essential legal procedures, including formulating a mission statement, selecting a church name, drafting bylaws, filing necessary documents, and establishing a board of directors or church council Submit Form 990 annually to uphold the church's tax-exempt status. Conduct a kickoff...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-a-church/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-a-church/GuidesFri, 03 May 2019 08:32:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Every model of camera is slightly different. And on the broadest level, there are different categories of cameras with entirely unique sets of capabilities. Here are the camera types you should be aware of as you look to buy your first camera: https://youtu.be/XmMEiLq4990 Compact cameras. T...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/selecting-the-right-camera/https://www.jotform.com/photography/selecting-the-right-camera/IndustriesThu, 02 May 2019 13:29:53 +0000<![CDATA[ In today’s world we’re flooded with digital promotions. Spam emails, banner ads, popups you name it. And while some of these ads are tasteful and catch our attention in an appealing way, other times we can be overwhelmed by the sensory overload. As you promote your business online, you want to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-business-cards-can-help-photographers-self-promote/https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-business-cards-can-help-photographers-self-promote/IndustriesWed, 01 May 2019 08:41:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Online forms play an important role in our lives, even though we don't always realize. Form design is crucial to minimize the form abandonment rate. Some psychological principles affect the way the people would fill out a form and these principles should be minded when preparing a form. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/form-design/https://www.jotform.com/form-design/GuidesWed, 01 May 2019 03:19:33 +0000<![CDATA[ You don’t have to craft a mission statement to be successful as a nonprofit. Many organizations get by without one, but if you make that choice, you’re setting yourself up for some potential problems down the line. A mission statement can serve as a barometer for your business. As you make diffi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-write-a-nonprofit-mission-statement/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/how-to-write-a-nonprofit-mission-statement/IndustriesTue, 30 Apr 2019 11:02:03 +0000<![CDATA[ As author John Tierney explains, humans are hardwired to feel decision fatigue when we face too many choices: “Decision fatigue helps explain why ordinarily sensible people get angry at colleagues and families, splurge on clothes, buy junk food at the supermarket and can’t resist the dealer’s of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/decision-making-science/https://www.jotform.com/blog/decision-making-science/BackstageMon, 29 Apr 2019 17:39:05 +0000<![CDATA[ People want photographs for different types of occasions and in all sorts of contexts. Accordingly, there are many different types of photography. In fact, you might be surprised to learn just how many. Here are the ones you should be familiar with (and be aware that this list is general and not ne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/popular-photography-types/https://www.jotform.com/photography/popular-photography-types/IndustriesMon, 29 Apr 2019 08:35:34 +0000<![CDATA[ So you want to start an animal rescue. Bravo! Our lovable, furry friends need more compassionate people like you who want to help them. There are lots of animals in need and a limited number of ready and willing rescuers, which means your efforts will be much appreciated. However, if you want to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-an-animal-rescue/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-an-animal-rescue/GuidesFri, 26 Apr 2019 12:05:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Set learning goals Map learning modalities Incorporate student interests Teach students how to track progress Assess for learning Revise plans on a regular basis Every child deserves an educational experience that fits their learning abilities. That’s why it is so crucial that pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/personalized-learning-plans-students-with-undiagnosed-disabilities/https://www.jotform.com/blog/personalized-learning-plans-students-with-undiagnosed-disabilities/IndustriesFri, 26 Apr 2019 07:19:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Not all million-dollar ideas are obvious. Sometimes, what begins as a failed idea becomes a groundbreaking innovation. Consider the Post-it®. While trying to create a stronger, more durable adhesive, Dr. Spencer Silver, a 3M scientist, discovered an adhesive that stuck lightly to surfaces. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/overlooking-good-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/overlooking-good-ideas/BackstageThu, 25 Apr 2019 17:45:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you find yourself constantly behind on emails and writing, “sorry for the delay” more than any one person should? There’s a great chance you’d benefit from a project management tool. While there are dozens to choose from (all with distinct advantages), one of my favorites is Asana. Whet...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-asana-to-get-more-done/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-asana-to-get-more-done/ProductThu, 25 Apr 2019 08:29:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Nonprofit web design presents numerous challenges. You need to Quickly and concisely communicate what you do without burdening your audience with too much information Create a presence that is attractive to potential donors but accessible to those who may be exploring your nonprofit so they ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/best-nonprofit-websites/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/best-nonprofit-websites/IndustriesWed, 24 Apr 2019 13:36:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Close your eyes. Take a few deep breaths, inhaling through your mouth and exhaling through your nose. Expand your belly as you inhale, then notice it fall as you breathe out. As you continue breathing deeply, feel the sensations inside your body  first in your toes, then your feet, and up you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fulfilling-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fulfilling-work/BackstageMon, 22 Apr 2019 17:08:42 +0000<![CDATA[ You might’ve noticed something new in your Jotform dashboard. 😏 And if you haven’t, let us introduce you to our new product Jotform Inbox which will change the way users search, organize, and manage their form submissions. https://youtu.be/qrLHOcHP9CA Jotform Inbox is exactly what it s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/organize-form-submissions-with-jotform-inbox/https://www.jotform.com/blog/organize-form-submissions-with-jotform-inbox/ProductMon, 22 Apr 2019 06:07:03 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s always disappointing when free trial members of our services fail to convert, slipping through our fingers forever. Unfortunately, that’s not an uncommon feeling. Depending on who you ask, average trial-to-paid conversion rates typically range anywhere from 1 to 25 percent. In other words, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/avoid-mistakes-when-onboarding-new-customers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/avoid-mistakes-when-onboarding-new-customers/AdviceFri, 19 Apr 2019 11:22:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Another day, another session with my morning pages. I open AI Writer, start a fresh document, and begin my daily brain dump  at least three pages of undisturbed, stream-of-consciousness-style writing, where I unload all of my ideas, questions, thoughts, or concerns. Morning pages are a s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paper-planners/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paper-planners/BackstageThu, 18 Apr 2019 12:01:34 +0000<![CDATA[ You can’t create a good photograph without good composition. It’s one of the vital building blocks of the art. And over the years, photographers have found various rules that enable them to effectively compose shots. One of the most famous is the rule of thirds. It’s a time-tested method for com...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/mastering-the-rule-of-thirds-in-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/mastering-the-rule-of-thirds-in-photography/IndustriesThu, 18 Apr 2019 10:53:00 +0000<![CDATA[ How many times do you find yourself manually transferring information from a spreadsheet to your CRM? Or sharing a new blog post to Twitter? Or copying notes from Evernote into an email?These repetitive tasks may only take five minutes to complete. But five minutes here, and 10 minutes there can qu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-zapier/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-zapier/ProductThu, 18 Apr 2019 10:49:35 +0000<![CDATA[ A few months ago, someone asked me how easy it is to cultivate long-lasting behavior change, and if it isn’t easy, how do you go about achieving it? Long-lasting behavior change isn’t easy, but it is possible, especially if you use the science of habits. Let’s get started learning how your go...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-the-science-of-habits-for-a-long-lasting-behavior-change/https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-the-science-of-habits-for-a-long-lasting-behavior-change/AdviceWed, 17 Apr 2019 12:05:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Evolution is a slow but mighty process, whether you’re observing finches in the Galápagos Islands or changes in your company. Seemingly small changes add up over time until the end result is completely different from the original. Understanding workplace evolution can help small business owners pre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/understanding-workplace-evolution/https://www.jotform.com/blog/understanding-workplace-evolution/AdviceTue, 16 Apr 2019 11:46:44 +0000<![CDATA[ How better procrastination can improve your productivity and performance The next time you’re facing an important decision, Frank Partnoy, the author of Wait: The Art and Science of Delay, suggests a two-step process: One  figure out the maximum time you have available before you can respond....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-procrastination/https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-procrastination/BackstageMon, 15 Apr 2019 13:18:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Nonprofits need patrons of all ages, sizes, locations, and giving levels in order to effect real change. However, many nonprofits are stuck using old methods of donor acquisition, such as canvassing and phone calls. While traditional methods still work, technology is giving nonprofits a greater ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/paypal-for-nonprofits/https://www.jotform.com/paypal-for-nonprofits/GuidesMon, 15 Apr 2019 13:13:03 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the biggest crises in education is teacher turnover. The statistics are startling. One teacher attrition and mobility study for the period 2012–13 by the National Center for Education Statistics shows that an average of 16 percent of public school teachers change schools or leave teaching...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-communication-reduces-teacher-turnover/https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-communication-reduces-teacher-turnover/IndustriesFri, 12 Apr 2019 06:13:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Google “how to be successful,” and you’ll be flooded with over a billion results in about half a second. On YouTube, you’ll find upwards of 200 million videos promising a sure pathway to success. On Amazon, you can choose from more than 3,000 books on the topic. Considering the sheer volume o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/success-is-simple/https://www.jotform.com/blog/success-is-simple/BackstageThu, 11 Apr 2019 13:39:32 +0000<![CDATA[ What is Trello? At its core, Trello is a project management tool. While it is traditionally used for work-related tasks, the fact there is a free version means Trello enthusiasts are using it to optimize and keep track of nearly every facet of their lives from planning meals and their kids’ bir...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-trello-to-get-more-done/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-trello-to-get-more-done/AdviceThu, 11 Apr 2019 13:11:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Remember the days when it could take hours to download and share large files, such as photos and multipage reports? What was once a common annoyance is now enough to make your heart skip a beat. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iskrwn_UbCI The modern-day ability to exchange information in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-vs-box/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropbox-vs-box/ProductThu, 11 Apr 2019 12:39:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Launching a nonprofit organization can be exciting. But the excitement often goes hand in hand with a lot of hard work and challenges in figuring out the best way to achieve your goals. On the surface, things may seem simple. You’ve probably already identified some sort of need; that’s what ofte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-a-nonprofit/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-a-nonprofit/GuidesWed, 10 Apr 2019 13:28:14 +0000<![CDATA[ For the past two decades, Google has been winning the hearts of millions with its famous search engine, unique values, and perk-rich company culture. Google has released countless products, but there’s one that really stands out from the crowd Google Workspace (Formerly G Suite). Google Work...]]>https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-the-most-of-google-integrations-in-your-forms/https://www.jotform.com/google-forms/how-to-make-the-most-of-google-integrations-in-your-forms/ProductWed, 10 Apr 2019 13:11:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Some offices can feel like forests, and it’s not just because you can get lost in a sea of cubicles while looking for someone. At a time when technology is gradually changing how people work, why are desks still cluttered with paper? Imagine all of the trees not to mention time and money th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-rid-of-paper-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-rid-of-paper-forms/AdviceWed, 10 Apr 2019 13:01:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Did you know that each knowledge worker in the U.S. uses more than 10,000 sheets of paper in one year? If you stack all of that paper up, it would be taller than the average five-year-old child. Multiply that by 100 employees, and that’s over one million sheets of paper. This is bad for the e...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/going-paperless-means-more-money-saving/https://www.jotform.com/blog/going-paperless-means-more-money-saving/AdviceTue, 09 Apr 2019 10:45:24 +0000<![CDATA[ In 1999, the Mars Climate Orbiter unexpectedly burned up in the Martian atmosphere. Intended to be the first weather observer on another world, the $125 million satellite was just about to slip into a stable orbit around Mars when it vanished completely  never to be recovered. In the months f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-productivity/BackstageMon, 08 Apr 2019 13:48:25 +0000<![CDATA[ If you follow business technology trends, you've likely heard that in the future artificial intelligence will play a role in almost every aspect of business operations from sales and marketing to the customer experience. While AI is not yet mainstream, it is gaining traction among many business...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/artificial-intelligence-for-your-small-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/artificial-intelligence-for-your-small-business/AdviceMon, 08 Apr 2019 11:53:32 +0000<![CDATA[ The key to hosting a successful event is having a thoughtful plan. It’s easy to become overwhelmed at the thought of planning an event. But if you stick to this simple four-step plan, you’ll be able to prepare for your event with ease. https://youtu.be/KuuJDYJHArw In order to maintain an ef...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/things-to-include-in-event-planning-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/things-to-include-in-event-planning-process/AdviceFri, 05 Apr 2019 13:18:18 +0000<![CDATA[ School counselors are often overlooked in conversations about the use of student data. But they shouldn’t be. They play a key role in student achievement, relying on data to provide the insight they need to help students succeed. That student data allows counselors to be intentional in their gui...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-school-counselors-use-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-school-counselors-use-data/IndustriesFri, 05 Apr 2019 10:48:27 +0000<![CDATA[ They didn’t call him “Old Blood and Guts” for nothing. Known for his lust for battle, General George Patton led the American army in its first victory against the Nazis in 1943, positioning the U.S. back on the offense after a series of defeats. His leadership continued to pay off throughout ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/decisiveness-matters/https://www.jotform.com/blog/decisiveness-matters/BackstageThu, 04 Apr 2019 14:28:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re procrastinating on a big project, a boring administrative task, or just because you didn’t sleep well the night before, we all have days when we feel unmotivated. In some cases, this is a sign that you should take a short break, a mental health day or gasp! unplug and go on a re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/motivational-ted-talks-to-increase-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/motivational-ted-talks-to-increase-productivity/AdviceThu, 04 Apr 2019 13:02:34 +0000<![CDATA[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZJrzUa3BBA How many times have you seen a meme poke fun at the concept of remote work? While they abound, one of my all-time favorite sketches (OK, not technically a meme) was performed by the dynamic duo of Fred and Carrie from Portlandia. In the sketch, Fr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/focusing-on-work-in-remote-settings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/focusing-on-work-in-remote-settings/AdviceWed, 03 Apr 2019 14:13:09 +0000<![CDATA[ No one wants to be the victim of theft, especially when that theft involves their medical information. The 2017 World Privacy Forum report, The Geography of Medical Identity Theft, noted the following frustrating and potentially costly consequences of medical identity theft: Long-term credit is...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-can-you-prevent-medical-identity-theft/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-can-you-prevent-medical-identity-theft/AdviceTue, 02 Apr 2019 12:33:27 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve tasted a pint of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, then I’m sure you’ll agree: collaborations can be delicious. And highly profitable. In 2000, founders and fellow bootstrappers Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield sold their unconventional ice cream company to Unilever for $326 million. Appar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/effective-collaboration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/effective-collaboration/BackstageMon, 01 Apr 2019 14:12:09 +0000<![CDATA[ As a teenager growing up in Indonesia, Carolina Tumpal was fascinated by photography and the way cameras could document the world around her. It’s a passion that led Tumpal to join her high school’s photography team as well as a private photography club where she spent weekends taking pictures i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-make-an-airtight-photo-session-agreement-form/https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-make-an-airtight-photo-session-agreement-form/Customer StoriesMon, 01 Apr 2019 13:32:54 +0000<![CDATA[ From organizational structure and management style to company culture, each workplace operates on a different wavelength. But there’s one similarity: We’re all online. Even though most American companies communicate, manage projects, and complete their work online, our offices still consume p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/going-paperless-with-a-free-pdf-editor-to-share-pdfs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/going-paperless-with-a-free-pdf-editor-to-share-pdfs/ProductMon, 01 Apr 2019 12:59:31 +0000<![CDATA[ “Does this spark joy?” Marie Kondo’s decluttering philosophy is everywhere. It’s in our news feeds and Instagram stories. It applies to our book collections, Facebook friends, and even our family members. In a nutshell: we should keep what causes joy and release what doesn’t. The popularit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kondo-to-do-list/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kondo-to-do-list/BackstageFri, 29 Mar 2019 16:14:09 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/b8lttX76xi8 One recent study found that small business owners, executives, and entrepreneurs waste as much as 21.8 hours a week on unproductive activities. How much time do you think you and your fellow professional photographers waste? You got into photography because y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/9-ways-professional-photographers-can-increase-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/photography/9-ways-professional-photographers-can-increase-productivity/IndustriesThu, 28 Mar 2019 08:54:49 +0000<![CDATA[ “My life is shaped by the urgent need to wander and observe and my camera is my passport,” says famous American photographer Steve McCurry. Whether you’re a professional photojournalist snapping pictures on the front lines or a novice photographer just starting out, there is something inside that ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-become-a-photographer/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-become-a-photographer/GuidesThu, 28 Mar 2019 07:02:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Slow and steady. That seems to be the mantra behind the gradual, creeper-like penetration of remote work into our lives. Though still in its early days, remote work has gained momentum in the last couple of years and its adoption is on the rise. We have witnessed major cultural shifts in views a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-remote-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/benefits-of-remote-work/AdviceWed, 27 Mar 2019 15:09:56 +0000<![CDATA[ The rules of leadership have changed. Telling people what to do and how to do it is no longer enough  because today’s workforce demands more from its leaders. In a Harvard Business Review survey of more than 19,000 respondents, researchers found that people feel and perform better (and more s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/effective-leadership/https://www.jotform.com/blog/effective-leadership/BackstageWed, 27 Mar 2019 15:00:12 +0000<![CDATA[ No matter what kind of business you run, making sure that your buyer’s journey is frictionless is vital for generating leads and increasing sales. That’s why we’ve partnered with email verification service and integration partner, Xverify, as well as small business owner and Jotform user, Laura...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-builders-across-buyers-journey-xverify-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-builders-across-buyers-journey-xverify-webinar/ProductWed, 27 Mar 2019 10:20:25 +0000<![CDATA[ Everyone wants to progress, whether in life or business. Maybe you want to learn new things. Perhaps you’ve set certain goals for yourself and want to stay on track while working toward, and eventually meeting, those goals. Maybe you have a big dream you want to fulfill. Where do you start? Firs...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tracking-progress-in-life-and-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tracking-progress-in-life-and-business/AdviceTue, 26 Mar 2019 11:57:02 +0000<![CDATA[ One of Mahatma Gandhi’s most treasured possessions was an Ingersoll pocket watch that cost about a dollar. Adamant about punctuality, the world-renowned pacifist was never without it. Gandhi lived his life according to a strict timetable. In his words: You may not waste a grain of rice or...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lateness-not-disrespect/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lateness-not-disrespect/BackstageMon, 25 Mar 2019 14:13:05 +0000<![CDATA[ How often do we achieve our goals, on average? Brace yourselfthe statistic is pretty low. Only 8 percent of people meet the goals they set for themselves. But maybe that’s because many of us are not setting effective or realistic goals in the first place. Instead of thinking deeply about what...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/setting-weekly-goals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/setting-weekly-goals/AdviceMon, 25 Mar 2019 13:16:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Wow, what a productive baby. Said no one ever. Imagine a toddler walking around the house with a Fitbit, a pocket planner, and a cup of coffee, saying: “Everything from my morning play time to my afternoon PB&J gets ranked in a corresponding quadrant. Gosh, I just love the Eisenhower ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productive-versus-creative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productive-versus-creative/BackstageFri, 22 Mar 2019 15:15:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Work consistently remains one of the top sources of stress for people in the U.S. Whether it’s workload, time management, long hours, or general dissatisfaction with your role, the list of workplace stressors drags on. It can feel difficult to pinpoint what the root of the problem is. For that r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/causes-of-workplace-stress-and-software-tools-to-solve-them/https://www.jotform.com/blog/causes-of-workplace-stress-and-software-tools-to-solve-them/AdviceFri, 22 Mar 2019 12:04:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Create an interactive blog Use classroom messaging tools Post updates to social media to reach parents Commit to sending email newsletters Teachers don’t just teach. They have to do an inordinate amount of administrative work every day, leaving many struggling with how to organize and p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/4-ways-teachers-update-parents/https://www.jotform.com/blog/4-ways-teachers-update-parents/IndustriesFri, 22 Mar 2019 07:55:56 +0000<![CDATA[ What do scorn, hate, anxiety, shame, and regret have in common? According to David Hawkins, they may be killing us. It’s no secret that our emotions can play a significant role in our mental and physical health. But Hawkins, a psychiatrist and lecturer, theorizes that what we feel on a daily ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/emotional-agility/https://www.jotform.com/blog/emotional-agility/BackstageWed, 20 Mar 2019 14:55:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Staying productive can be a real struggle. While there is no shortage of apps designed to keep us productive and hit our work goals, there are even more productivity killers out there. In today’s world of social media, endless real-time notifications, chitchat, meeting requests, and competi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-killers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-killers/AdviceWed, 20 Mar 2019 12:47:31 +0000<![CDATA[ “All truly great thoughts are conceived by walking”  Friedrich Nietzsche, Aphorism 34 The air is crisp. The sun is shining. And I’m so glad to be outside. I’ve just spent the past several hours, head down, solving an unexpected product development issue. Honestly, nothing feels bette...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/walking-meetings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/walking-meetings/BackstageMon, 18 Mar 2019 14:55:19 +0000<![CDATA[ What good is collecting all of that lead information through your forms if it doesn’t end up in a powerful CRM? A new Jotform integration with HubSpot CRM makes sure that’ll never happen. With this integration, the information submitted through your form automatically populates the correct field...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hubspot-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hubspot-integration/ProductMon, 18 Mar 2019 07:25:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Getting more done with less is the cornerstone of productivity. Famous productivity app-maker Doist knows this very well. In fact, they live and breathe it. It’s no secret that this company takes productivity seriously. They’ve launched two top-tier productivity tools Todoist, an app for dig...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/doist-user-spotlight/https://www.jotform.com/blog/doist-user-spotlight/Customer StoriesMon, 18 Mar 2019 02:31:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Embarrassed. Disheartened. Frustrated. That’s how Neil Pasricha felt at the beginning of 2016. After quitting his job as Walmart’s director of leadership development  to become a full-time author and speaker  Pasricha observed that his productivity was plummeting. Despite leaving the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/context-scheduling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/context-scheduling/BackstageFri, 15 Mar 2019 14:27:30 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s hardly a better feeling than the satisfaction of finishing a project. But getting there isn’t easy maybe that’s why it feels so good to be done. In order to finish a project, you must start, and starting can be the hardest part. It requires creating an outline, assigning tasks to you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/asana-vs-trello/https://www.jotform.com/blog/asana-vs-trello/AdviceFri, 15 Mar 2019 06:45:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Flipgrid InsertLearning Google Docs Factile Prezi Book Creator NewseumED Quizalize Khan Academy Wizer.me ClassDojo Pear Deck Flashcard Factory Kahoot Paperless classrooms sound like a great idea on . . . well, on paper. But classroom technology often c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/13-tech-tools-for-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/13-tech-tools-for-teachers/IndustriesFri, 15 Mar 2019 02:10:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Those who make the worst use of their time are the first to complain of its brevity.Jean de La Bruyère, Les Caractères We all get the same 24 hours in a day. However, some of us seem to make significantly more of those hours than others. Time management is the ability to plan and exercise con...]]>https://www.jotform.com/time-management-strategies/https://www.jotform.com/time-management-strategies/GuidesFri, 15 Mar 2019 01:34:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Todoist RescueTime Evernote Ayoa Pocket Time management apps and tools seem to be all the rage these days and for good reason. Considering the sheer amount of work that pops up on any given day, the ability to create projects, assign tasks to specific employees, and track ever...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-time-management-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-time-management-apps/AdviceThu, 14 Mar 2019 01:36:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Increased focus and function. Better sleep. Brighter mood. Quicker learning. Deeper creativity and a sharper memory. These aren’t the effects of a wonder drug. They’re the natural results of a week spent picking olives with my family in Turkey. It’s a commitment I never miss  where I trade in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/art-of-hobbies/https://www.jotform.com/blog/art-of-hobbies/BackstageWed, 13 Mar 2019 14:53:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Did you know that we forget 70 percent of what we read in a book within the first 24 hours? One way to combat this is by using a reading system, which has been shown to help Keep you engaged and focusedOrganize highlights and reading notesImprove reading comprehension Create a condensed reco...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-remember-what-you-read/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-remember-what-you-read/AdviceWed, 13 Mar 2019 13:43:42 +0000<![CDATA[ HIPAA compliance is vital for healthcare organizations handling sensitive medical information. But the problem is, HIPAA compliance is complex. It can be difficult to understand and implement, resulting in big mistakes and unhappy patients. You can download the PDF and Powerpoint versions of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/webinar/hipaa-compliance-mistakes-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/webinar/hipaa-compliance-mistakes-webinar/IndustriesWed, 13 Mar 2019 10:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Spring cleaning is in the air, and JotForm’s here to help get your office spick and span. Spearheading your office’s spring cleaning is never an easy task. It takes time and coordination. It’s one of those things that’s always at the bottom of the to-do list, about to fall into procrastination o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/organize-your-office-best-spring-cleaning-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/organize-your-office-best-spring-cleaning-practices/AdviceTue, 12 Mar 2019 11:50:07 +0000<![CDATA[ If I told you that Tesla was named after Nikola Tesla, a man who died in a New York City hotel room, penniless and alone, while professing his love for a pigeon, you might find it hard to believe  but it’s true. “I loved her as a man loves a woman, and she loved me,” Tesla said in one of his las...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/nikola-tesla/https://www.jotform.com/blog/nikola-tesla/BackstageMon, 11 Mar 2019 16:45:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Preparing your priority list Responding to emails Outlining and editing articles Setting daily reminders Easily capture “aha” moments Learn new skills on the go Many of us may associate voice-to-text apps with people who have disabilities. After all, not everyone is blessed wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-more-done-using-a-voice-to-text-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-get-more-done-using-a-voice-to-text-app/AdviceMon, 11 Mar 2019 13:48:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Remember when email was a novelty? If you’re a Generation Zer, you might not. But if you’re a Millennial or older, then you probably recall a time when receiving email was fun. Our relationship with email has shifted dramatically over the past few decades. As Adrienne La France observed in Th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-writing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-writing/BackstageFri, 08 Mar 2019 16:08:57 +0000<![CDATA[ What’s the most powerful tool in your teaching toolbox? Data. Data has revolutionized education. From the way teachers teach to the way students learn and everything in between, data is now woven into almost every aspect of education. And one of the biggest data-fueled transformations in scho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/self-guided-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/self-guided-learning/IndustriesFri, 08 Mar 2019 06:52:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Educate customers Keep internal systems clean Filter outbound email Invest in appropriate software How popular is email? Estimates are that 205 billion email messages are sent every day. Heading into the new year, email remains the most critical marketing outlet for both online a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-security-practices-for-email-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-security-practices-for-email-marketing/AdviceThu, 07 Mar 2019 14:03:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Create a label on a desktop or laptop Create a filter that sends emails to labels Edit or delete filters to change what’s sent to labels Ever clocked out of work after answering most of your emails and returned to the office the next day with a litany of unread messages in your inbox....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/organize-and-filter-emails-in-gmail-with-labels/https://www.jotform.com/blog/organize-and-filter-emails-in-gmail-with-labels/AdviceThu, 07 Mar 2019 11:23:48 +0000<![CDATA[ When psychologist and author Sergio Della Sala visited an Italian buffalo farm famed for its mozzarella, he discovered an unusual secret to the farm’s delicious cheese. Owner Antonio Palmieri claimed that in addition to organic foods, his buffalos were fed a steady diet of Mozart, three times pe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/music-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/music-productivity/BackstageWed, 06 Mar 2019 14:58:18 +0000<![CDATA[ From Instagram influencers to A-list celebrities and the world’s top entrepreneurs everyone’s picked up on the idea of building a tribe. In the entertainment world, having a strong tribe is necessary to generate sales and garner mass appeal. But it’s not just celebrities and tech millionaires w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/if-building-a-tribe-is-so-difficult-why-is-everyone-obsessed-with-it/https://www.jotform.com/blog/if-building-a-tribe-is-so-difficult-why-is-everyone-obsessed-with-it/AdviceWed, 06 Mar 2019 14:49:18 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/va0LtgTPggY Point and shoot. Professional photographers will tell you that taking great pictures is often more complicated than that. Likewise, before aiming your camera at a person, there are important factors you need to consider. People are great subjects for photos, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-make-a-perfect-model-release-form/https://www.jotform.com/photography/how-to-make-a-perfect-model-release-form/IndustriesWed, 06 Mar 2019 14:34:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Few things apply to businesses across industries. Airplane manufacturers simply don’t face the same obstacles as gardeners. But one concept that transcends those differences is finances. After all, everyone pays taxes, and no one can stay in business if they don’t make money. Likewise, every bus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-vs-efficiency/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-vs-efficiency/AdviceTue, 05 Mar 2019 16:05:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Grab your passport. Let’s take a tour of typical lunches around the world. First stop: São Paulo, where come 1 pm, Brazilians pile into restaurants for an hour-long lunch that may begin with a sip of alcohol (to boost the appetite) and end with a strong, sugary espresso. Next up, Oslo, where ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/never-lunch-alone/https://www.jotform.com/blog/never-lunch-alone/BackstageMon, 04 Mar 2019 14:35:49 +0000<![CDATA[ When we think of time tracking, we usually associate it with hourly workers, agency employees, and freelancers. There are tons of time-tracking apps designed to help you track the time you spend working so you can keep track of projects and billable hours. The following are some popular ones: ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-time-tracking-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-time-tracking-apps/AdviceMon, 04 Mar 2019 14:04:35 +0000<![CDATA[ What’s the most epic quitting story you’ve ever heard? My award for most dramatic exit goes to that JetBlue flight attendant back in 2010. After a heated exchange with a passenger, the flight attendant reached his breaking point. He swiped a couple of beers from the beverage cart, deployed th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/when-to-quit/https://www.jotform.com/blog/when-to-quit/BackstageFri, 01 Mar 2019 14:47:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Need a way to advertise your summer camp? Don’t spend a fortune designing camp posters and flyers. Whether you’re just starting your camp or you’ve been at it for a while, JotForm has the resources you need, including templates for summer camp registration forms as well as poster and flyer template...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-beautiful-summer-camp-flyer-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-beautiful-summer-camp-flyer-templates/IndustriesFri, 01 Mar 2019 11:20:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you been asked to mentor a student teacher? Does the responsibility of such a task make you nervous? If so, you aren’t alone. Janelle Cox, a contributor at TeachHUB.com, notes that many teachers are reluctant to mentor because “they are unsure on how to best prepare the student teacher.” An...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mentoring-student-teachers-how-to-get-as-much-as-you-give/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mentoring-student-teachers-how-to-get-as-much-as-you-give/IndustriesFri, 01 Mar 2019 11:06:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Multitasking is making you dumb. That’s the premise of Larry Kim’s Inc. article about how multitasking is killing our brains. This goes against what so many of us have learned and, in many cases, fine-tuned over decades. We’re used to juggling five balls at once and repeatedly switching betwe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/multitasking-vs-monotasking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/multitasking-vs-monotasking/AdviceThu, 28 Feb 2019 08:46:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Between projects, emails, looming deadlines, and meetings, it can be tempting to take advantage of the little pockets of downtime think 10 minutes here and there to do anything except work. Do you Gossip with coworkers? Mindlessly scroll through Facebook? Check your favorite news site? ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stay-productive-during-in-between-time/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stay-productive-during-in-between-time/AdviceWed, 27 Feb 2019 15:00:53 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re like most employees and you live for three-day weekends, you probably don’t need much convincing when it comes to the benefits of a four-day workweek. Employers, on the other hand, may approach the idea of a truncated week with caution, concerned about decreased productivity. However, swi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/4-day-workweek-might-be-better/https://www.jotform.com/blog/4-day-workweek-might-be-better/AdviceTue, 26 Feb 2019 18:38:01 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve all heard the saying: A cluttered desk is a cluttered mind.   Your work environment matters. The things around you can make or break your productivity. For example, when you work from your bed with the sheets and blankets all over the place, you’ll find that you are often distract...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-productivity-with-desk-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-productivity-with-desk-design/AdviceMon, 25 Feb 2019 14:12:25 +0000<![CDATA[ “Mondays are the potholes in the road of life.” “Shortest horror story: Monday” “Keep calm and pretend it’s not Monday.” We’ve all heard people griping about Mondays  not to mention the so-called Sunday Blues that creep in before the most dreaded day of the week. Many of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/love-mondays/https://www.jotform.com/blog/love-mondays/BackstageMon, 25 Feb 2019 13:03:50 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s a whiteboard on the wall of Dr. David Muller’s office. “Science is the foundation of an excellent medical education,” it reads, “but a well-rounded humanist is best suited to make the most of that education.” Dean for medical education at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/be-more-creative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/be-more-creative/BackstageFri, 22 Feb 2019 15:48:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Paperwork is a time-strapped teacher’s worst nightmare. But sometimes it’s unavoidable. As in the case of IEP management. Teachers are under a lot of pressure to provide every student with the best education possible. This is an extremely difficult task because all students have different cap...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tools-to-manage-iep-compliance/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tools-to-manage-iep-compliance/IndustriesFri, 22 Feb 2019 13:53:33 +0000<![CDATA[ As years pass by, productivity gurus are able to come up with more sophisticated yet effective time management strategies. In spite of this, some basics never change and don't need reaffirmation. In this blog post, 5 books about time management and several podcasts will be introduced. Time Manag...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-management-books-and-podcasts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/time-management-books-and-podcasts/AdviceFri, 22 Feb 2019 08:51:21 +0000<![CDATA[ How well do you work? Are you focused and consistently delivering top-quality work or are you often distracted and not producing at the level you’d like to be? With social media, Slack messages, email, and an ever-present smartphone, distractions are becoming more prevalent. A 2017 stud...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/carve-out-more-time-for-deep-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/carve-out-more-time-for-deep-work/AdviceThu, 21 Feb 2019 13:28:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Social media has completely changed the way businesses interact with their current and prospective customers. The ability to have a direct dialogue allows companies to demonstrate their customer service responsiveness. And marketing departments can gain key insights into customer sentiments. Of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/handling-social-media-criticism/https://www.jotform.com/blog/handling-social-media-criticism/AdviceWed, 20 Feb 2019 14:58:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Summer camps, whether coding day camps or overnight soccer camps, are big business. In fact, the American Camp Association says camps are an $18 billion industry. And a key part of running any business is managing the finances. Camps cost money to operate. If you end up spending more than you ta...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/summer-camp-finance-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/summer-camp-finance-management/IndustriesTue, 19 Feb 2019 14:29:55 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s safe to say that Google Calendar is an app most people swear by. Its ease of use, as well as its ability to clearly display meetings, appointments, activities, and events in a single place, has helped the calendar app become an integral part of professional and personal life. That’s why ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-calendar-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-calendar-integration/ProductMon, 18 Feb 2019 14:38:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Summer camps can be some of the most exciting and memorable things that kids experience. Learning in school is fun, but it’s a whole different experience when children get to devote days to the subjects and activities they love. What really takes the cake is when campers get to meet their heroe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/finding-expert-speakers-for-summer-camps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/finding-expert-speakers-for-summer-camps/IndustriesMon, 18 Feb 2019 14:31:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Oliver Burkeman is preoccupied with the topic. Obsessed, even. Recently, the author and Guardian journalist confessed that he’s “unreasonably fascinated by other people’s daily schedules.” His mental library includes specific details, like how fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld sleeps exactly se...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ceo-time-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ceo-time-management/BackstageMon, 18 Feb 2019 14:10:58 +0000<![CDATA[ In the opening scene of Fritz Lang’s 1927 film, Metropolis, workers trudge in unison into an elevator shaft to start their morning shift. It’s a grim portrayal of the 9-to-5 grind  a schedule that always struck me as archaic. Daily clock-ins seem like a relic of the past; a carryover from the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/eight-hour-workday/https://www.jotform.com/blog/eight-hour-workday/BackstageFri, 15 Feb 2019 14:27:28 +0000<![CDATA[ In a perfect world, every lesson you teach will be enthusiastically embraced and immediately understood by all students. In reality, that just doesn’t happen. Each student learns at a unique pace, and their understanding at any point is likely to be different from their classmates’. This is why it ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lesson-effectiveness-assessment-methods/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lesson-effectiveness-assessment-methods/IndustriesFri, 15 Feb 2019 13:38:19 +0000<![CDATA[ No, it’s not your imagination. That coworker whose desk looks like a jungle of succulents and African violets does get more done in a day. Why? Plants help create a healthier, more productive workplace. You don’t have to turn your office into a verdant oasis to see results. Just adding one or t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthier-productive-workplace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthier-productive-workplace/AdviceFri, 15 Feb 2019 13:00:43 +0000<![CDATA[ If you haven’t checked out the new and improved Mailchimp yet, you’re in for a treat. The company, which completely rebranded this past fall, no longer offers just an email marketing service. You can now use it to manage ad campaigns, publish landing pages, and even send direct mail postcards to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-mailchimp-integration-2019/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-mailchimp-integration-2019/ProductThu, 14 Feb 2019 13:28:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Before you can improve your life, you need to how you’re doing. That’s why it’s important to give yourself the opportunity to pause and reflect on the things that spark joy in your life and the things that make you miserable. Whether you’re looking for answers in your personal life or your ca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/assess-your-professional-and-personal-life/https://www.jotform.com/blog/assess-your-professional-and-personal-life/AdviceWed, 13 Feb 2019 14:43:12 +0000<![CDATA[ “Dear Steven,” began the email I was drafting to my manager. “I’ve put together the following report, outlining how we can improve our current processes and eliminate several time-wasting practices.” The email went on from there. Once finished, I promptly deleted it and returned to a codin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fear-of-boss/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fear-of-boss/BackstageWed, 13 Feb 2019 14:35:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Business trips are intended for you to accomplish a specific task. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get other work done as well. After all, when you return from your business trip, it’s more likely than not your inbox will be overflowing. Instead of dreading your return to the office, be proactive a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-on-business-trip/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-on-business-trip/AdviceWed, 13 Feb 2019 11:55:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Everyone needs a pick-me-up throughout the day. No, really everyone needs to munch on a quick bite in order to perform better. In fact, eating is such a positive force in business, its powers extend beyond productivity. Snacking has even been correlated with higher profits in negotiations, spea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/relationship-between-healthy-snacks-and-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/relationship-between-healthy-snacks-and-productivity/AdviceTue, 12 Feb 2019 15:33:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Changing social norms calls for the right ideas, people, and tools. Skate Like a Girl is a nonprofit that works to embody change in everything they do. Through their summer camp they create an intentional, inclusive space that fosters community through skateboarding, while building confidence an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/skate-like-a-girl-skateboard-camp-story/https://www.jotform.com/blog/skate-like-a-girl-skateboard-camp-story/Customer StoriesTue, 12 Feb 2019 12:04:38 +0000<![CDATA[ “It’s not enough to be industrious; so are the ants. The question is: What are you industrious about?”Henry David Thoreau It goes without saying that blowing deadlines can have adverse consequences, whether it’s losing your self-confidence, eroding a manager’s trust, or costing your company mone...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-stick-to-project-deadlines/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-stick-to-project-deadlines/AdviceTue, 12 Feb 2019 10:24:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Why is it that we start the year filled with renewed drive and motivation only to find ourselves drifting aimlessly through life a few months later? It’s easy to make plans for the future and how we’re going to change our life for the better it’s much more difficult to build new habits and over...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/secrets-of-setting-goals-and-sticking-to-them/https://www.jotform.com/blog/secrets-of-setting-goals-and-sticking-to-them/AdviceMon, 11 Feb 2019 15:06:37 +0000<![CDATA[ If this were a movie, Silicon Valley would start out as one of the Good Guys. A noble exception in a world of big bad corporations, tolerating capitalism for the greater good of humanity. Making trillions, yes  but only to make the world a better place. Silicon Valley was the cooler, better-l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/silicon-valley-today/https://www.jotform.com/blog/silicon-valley-today/BackstageMon, 11 Feb 2019 14:12:42 +0000<![CDATA[ OK, so a busy solopreneur is kind of redundant. All solopreneurs are busy. Show me one who isn't, and I'll show you someone who's not paying the rent next month. However, the key is being productive and efficient without neglecting your personal needs. Here are five quick productivity...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-tips-for-busy-solopreneurs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-tips-for-busy-solopreneurs/AdviceMon, 11 Feb 2019 11:05:56 +0000<![CDATA[ “I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.” Voltaire biographer Evelyn Beatrice Hall. The quote, which is often misattributed to Voltaire himself, captures the philosopher’s views on free speech.  It also makes me think about the culture I wa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/political-correctness/https://www.jotform.com/blog/political-correctness/BackstageFri, 08 Feb 2019 14:18:16 +0000<![CDATA[ We are so picky about what we put into our bellies. Shouldn’t we be at least as picky about what we put into our minds? A well-curated reading list is the quickest way to not just reading more books, but reading better books that have the power to change your life. Literature, in general, has be...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/crafting-your-reading-list/https://www.jotform.com/blog/crafting-your-reading-list/AdviceFri, 08 Feb 2019 14:14:12 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve already read the title of this post. And, if you’re still reading, you likely have some interest in getting ahead. But what does “getting ahead” really mean? Climbing the corporate ladder? Earning more money? Feeling more fulfilled by the work you’re doing? If you boil it down to the basi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-strategies-to-get-ahead-in-workplace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-strategies-to-get-ahead-in-workplace/AdviceFri, 08 Feb 2019 13:55:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Summer camp registration involves more than just filling out a name and address on a form. That’s especially true when it comes to education camps, whether robotics, science, math, coding, creative writing, or zoology. For counselors and campers, the camp registration process is one of the most ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-questions-on-summer-camp-applications/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-questions-on-summer-camp-applications/IndustriesFri, 08 Feb 2019 13:46:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re starting a summer camp for the first time or have been managing one for a while, making sure everything runs smoothly isn’t always easy. Even with diligent strategizing, planning, and preparation, sometimes things happen. That’s why we put together a webinar to go over tips on ho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/avoid-these-5-summer-camp-management-mistakes-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/avoid-these-5-summer-camp-management-mistakes-webinar/IndustriesFri, 08 Feb 2019 12:14:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Summer camp offers children a chance to explore and experience freedom. While that sense of independence is one of the best parts of camp, it can also lead to misbehavior. That’s why every summer camp must have a clearly defined behavior policy. To communicate your behavior management policy to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/behavior-modification-at-summer-camps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/behavior-modification-at-summer-camps/IndustriesThu, 07 Feb 2019 07:49:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Outside, a protest has taken over the streets. A moody cello player leaves his instrument and joins. Then a frustrated photographer. Cut to a lithe model in a silver dress. (Is that a Kardashian?) She observes the passing march, then rips off her blonde wig and joins the movement, too. The...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-purpose/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-purpose/BackstageWed, 06 Feb 2019 15:16:26 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s important for every manager to regularly evaluate their staff. Performance evaluations help pinpoint areas where staff members have been effective and where they can improve. These evaluations let staff know where they stand and what steps they need to take to do their best how they can chang...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/camp-staff-performance-evaluation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/camp-staff-performance-evaluation/IndustriesWed, 06 Feb 2019 02:42:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Hiring a great staff is only a first step. You also need to train these staff members so that they’re set up for success. https://youtu.be/wOfsXiuZmWE There are a variety of ways to approach summer camp staff training. Whether it’s an early summer staff retreat, ongoing training over the co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-train-summer-camp-staff/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-train-summer-camp-staff/IndustriesTue, 05 Feb 2019 12:28:04 +0000<![CDATA[ I squinted at the number on my screen. 1,000,126 Could that be right? I closed my eyes and tried to visualize one million people. That’s equivalent to: The entire population of Oslo Eleven Wembley Stadiums at full capacity The passenger load of nearly 3,000 Boeing 747–400s Th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/million-signups/https://www.jotform.com/blog/million-signups/BackstageMon, 04 Feb 2019 14:18:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Countless camp directors manage their businesses with online forms. A robust forms platform can provide nearly everything you need to run your camp smoothly and professionally. Below are some of the benefits of online forms and some of JotForm’s especially useful features. No licensing expenses...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-summer-camp-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-summer-camp-features/IndustriesMon, 04 Feb 2019 11:32:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Recently, I stood in my closet deciding whether an old gym T-shirt brings me joy. I was following the advice of organization expert Marie Kondo, whose bestselling book “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up,” has swept the world. According to Kondo, we can tidy up our homes, and our lives, by...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/life-changing-priorities/https://www.jotform.com/blog/life-changing-priorities/BackstageFri, 01 Feb 2019 15:33:23 +0000<![CDATA[ There was a time when collecting information was only half the battle. If you wanted to make name tags or copies of completed forms for employees and campers, you had to either do it by hand or from scratch with a software program. That was then, this is now. Our newest product, JotForm ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-pdf-templates-for-summer-camps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-pdf-templates-for-summer-camps/Summer CampsThu, 31 Jan 2019 14:43:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Aleksandar Hemon was 44 when he arrived in Chicago in 1992 from his native Sarajevo. A journalist by trade who spoke no English, he set out to master the language of his newly-adopted home and publish an article within five years. Working as a canvasser and door-to-door salesman, Hemon learne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/learn-better/https://www.jotform.com/blog/learn-better/BackstageWed, 30 Jan 2019 14:21:40 +0000<![CDATA[ There are a lot of moving parts when it comes to setting up your summer camp. You want to make sure you’re getting just the right information from your customers not so much that it’s overwhelming, but not so little you’re scrambling. Being thoughtful about the information you collect is key to ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-at-summer-camps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-at-summer-camps/AdviceWed, 30 Jan 2019 13:16:48 +0000<![CDATA[ The first day of camp is often the toughest. You have a room full of children in front of you, some of whom are away from home for their first extended period of time. Some of them may be here because a parent signed them up, and they might not be that enthused about it. Others might be particularl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/summer-camp-icebreaker-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/summer-camp-icebreaker-ideas/AdviceTue, 29 Jan 2019 16:05:37 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/uzMJpKNK7SQ The graphic design industry shifts and evolves as new technology arrives on the scene. Over the decades, design has gone from hand drawn to computerized to artificial intelligence. Not too many years ago, designers needed to be able to code to stay relevant, but th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/skills-needed-by-graphic-designers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/skills-needed-by-graphic-designers/IndustriesTue, 29 Jan 2019 16:01:18 +0000<![CDATA[ In the medical industry, the maxim “not documented, not done” highlights the importance of keeping accurate medical records. As you can imagine, HIPAA has a number of requirements regarding documentation. Always keep HIPAA-friendly forms pertinent to your practice on hand to use with your patients....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-hipaa-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/types-of-hipaa-forms/IndustriesTue, 29 Jan 2019 07:07:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Each year, thousands of HIPAA compliance complaints require action. Of the approximately 230,187 private medical practices in the United States, all face the challenge of maintaining HIPAA compliance. Data privacy is no longer as simple as locking a file cabinet. Technology has made it easier fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-hipaa-compliance/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-hipaa-compliance/GuidesTue, 29 Jan 2019 06:44:00 +0000<![CDATA[ For those outside the industry, it’s easy to assume that a camp organizer’s job revolves around school breaks and only begins when bright-eyed campers arrive on the first day. But anyone who has overseen or worked at a camp from administrators and teachers, to counselors and volunteers will te...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/functional-summer-camps-with-online-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/functional-summer-camps-with-online-forms/IndustriesMon, 28 Jan 2019 15:04:14 +0000<![CDATA[ I was scrolling Twitter during my commute to our San Francisco headquarters when something caught my eye. “Just finished a 10-day silent meditation. Wow, what a reset! Fortunate & grateful I was able to take the time.” It was a tweet from Jack Dorsey, founder of Twitter  arguably t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inner-silence/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inner-silence/BackstageMon, 28 Jan 2019 14:09:19 +0000<![CDATA[ There are quite a few costs to consider when starting a camp. You’ll have to pay for the space you’re using, you’ll need to pay your staff, and you’ll have to buy all sorts of materials over the course of the camp’s run. These costs add up fast. That’s why it’s important to figure out the right pri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pricing-of-summer-camps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pricing-of-summer-camps/IndustriesMon, 28 Jan 2019 08:19:46 +0000<![CDATA[ What’s the best way to assess your students? Formative and summative assessments are both crucial tools for measuring student learning. Each serves a specific purpose in the learning process, explains teacher and education writer Tracey Derrell. But collecting data has often been difficult fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/technology-classroom-assessments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/technology-classroom-assessments/IndustriesFri, 25 Jan 2019 19:17:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Peter Emshwiller was 18 years old when he interviewed his future self. Dressed in a tan suit with his age pinned on the lapel, Peter asked an invisible, future version of himself a series of questions about his life: Was Future Peter married? What had he accomplished in his career? And, most...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/future-self/https://www.jotform.com/blog/future-self/BackstageFri, 25 Jan 2019 14:35:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Small businesses are the bread and butter of most economies around the world, which means there are a lot of small, mighty teams working together each and every day. Teams with few members run a little differently than large, corporate teams. They’re intricate and tight-knit, so it’s important t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/running-a-small-team-effectively/https://www.jotform.com/blog/running-a-small-team-effectively/AdviceFri, 25 Jan 2019 12:58:42 +0000<![CDATA[ For more than two decades, a small religious nonprofit in Colorado’s Eastern Plains has been on a mission to lift the spirits of low-income families and those who step up to help them. It’s a journey that began in the summer of 1992, when Reach Mission Trips organized its first mission trip to M...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/save-time-with-summer-camp-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/save-time-with-summer-camp-forms/IndustriesThu, 24 Jan 2019 10:49:11 +0000<![CDATA[ In Plato’s “Republic,” Socrates describes a scenario in which prisoners are chained in a cave for all of their lives, and see nothing but the blank wall facing them. Objects passing in front of a fire cast shadows against the cave wall, and knowing nothing of the outside world, the prisoners bel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/think-better/https://www.jotform.com/blog/think-better/BackstageWed, 23 Jan 2019 14:17:36 +0000<![CDATA[ At the center of every healthy relationship is trust. Whether it’s the relationship someone has with their partner, their children, or their teammates at work, if there isn’t sufficient trust, it’s only a matter of time before things go south. Many small business owners often take this point ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/creating-solid-relationships-with-employees/https://www.jotform.com/blog/creating-solid-relationships-with-employees/AdviceWed, 23 Jan 2019 11:39:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Building a company creates a busy schedule. There’s almost no way to avoid it. But I believe we’re taught to manage our time incorrectly. From the moment we have homework, soccer practice or piano lessons, we learn that time management means prioritizing what’s on our schedule. However, as...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/schedule-priorities/https://www.jotform.com/blog/schedule-priorities/BackstageMon, 21 Jan 2019 14:14:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Without a doubt, one of the most important jobs at any small business is that of the hiring manager. They’re responsible for overseeing who gets brought on to help ensure the organization’s future. After that, you could argue that the next most important role is that of a marketer. The right mar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hiring-a-great-marketer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hiring-a-great-marketer/AdviceMon, 21 Jan 2019 08:53:30 +0000<![CDATA[ $90 billion. That’s how much US-based companies spent on employee training and development in 2017. I was astonished by this figure  and it made me think about how we can all improve our training and employee retention. In my experience, it always comes back to company culture. For exam...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/culture-cost-training/https://www.jotform.com/blog/culture-cost-training/BackstageFri, 18 Jan 2019 14:42:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Somewhere on the list of things that people don’t want to do, there’s one particular task that’s sure to set off a collective groan: creating and filling out forms. But it doesn’t have to be that way. JotForm has been working for years literally to cut the hassles, headaches, and humdrum ou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/widgets-for-summer-camp-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/widgets-for-summer-camp-forms/IndustriesFri, 18 Jan 2019 14:42:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Want to know what’s better than getting paid through your online form? Getting paid over and over again from a single submission!   Our Square integration is one of our most popular, and it just became a lot more powerful. JotForm is now the only online form software to offer recurring paym...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recurring-square-payments-through-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recurring-square-payments-through-jotform/IndustriesFri, 18 Jan 2019 12:57:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Things don’t always go according to plan. Teachers know this better than most. It’s difficult to follow an agenda when dealing with different student personalities and abilities, in-class disturbances, and external distractions. While you may intend to stick to your lesson plans, the painful rea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/4-tips-to-adjust-to-unexpected-lesson-plan-deviations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/4-tips-to-adjust-to-unexpected-lesson-plan-deviations/IndustriesFri, 18 Jan 2019 08:01:16 +0000<![CDATA[ As the web manager at Maryville College, Russ Porter is often tasked with solving complex problems for school administrators and developing solutions for faculty members. So when the Tennessee institution the 12th oldest college in the South decided to accept more cashless payments, Porter kn...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/keep-summer-camp-data-organized/https://www.jotform.com/blog/keep-summer-camp-data-organized/Summer CampsThu, 17 Jan 2019 15:09:04 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s a new, cost-effective way to accept Stripe ACH payments through Jotform. Stripe ACH Manual offers organizations a fast, secure way to transfer debit payments between bank accounts. If you accept large payments, then ACH may be the way to go. Think rent collection forms, high-value donati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-stripe-ach-manual-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-stripe-ach-manual-integration/IndustriesThu, 17 Jan 2019 10:28:58 +0000<![CDATA[ With more than 4.3 million users worldwide, a vast product offering, and countless features added every month, JotForm is the online form builder of choice for small businesses, nonprofits, educational institutes, enterprise teams, and more. Though JotForm is a well-known form builder for many r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/3-fun-facts-about-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/3-fun-facts-about-jotform/ProductWed, 16 Jan 2019 16:18:14 +0000<![CDATA[ As a former student-athlete, Tarek Merchant knows what it takes to excel in a sport, succeed in the classroom, and find college scholarship opportunities to make it all happen. Merchant, the founder and CEO of Miami-based recruiting network IMRecruitable, played a number of sports while growing...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sports-camp-founder-jotform-imrecruitable/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sports-camp-founder-jotform-imrecruitable/IndustriesWed, 16 Jan 2019 15:05:04 +0000<![CDATA[ I studied her mysterious smile; the veil covering her hair; and that iconic gaze, which followed me around the room. As others came and went, snapping their quick trophy photos, I stayed with her for nearly an hour. Try as I might, I couldn’t bring myself to love her. “But this is Mona Lisa,”...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/taste-loyalty/https://www.jotform.com/blog/taste-loyalty/BackstageWed, 16 Jan 2019 13:40:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Former presidential speechwriter, James Humes said, “The art of communication is the language of leadership.” That quote sums up why every small business owner must make effective communication one of their highest priorities. Without this valuable skill, their entire staff is essentially leader...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-tips-on-working-with-others/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-tips-on-working-with-others/AdviceWed, 16 Jan 2019 11:27:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Summer camps are a source of fond childhood memories for many people. They can be a setting for enrichment whether that’s learning a new skill, exploring the arts, or engaging in athletic pursuits or just plain old fun in the sun. In fact, the concepts behind summer camps are so varied, they can ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-a-summer-camp/https://www.jotform.com/how-to-start-a-summer-camp/GuidesTue, 15 Jan 2019 08:12:33 +0000<![CDATA[ The most important thing to remember when running your camp is the amount of trust parents are putting in you and your staff. That’s why safety has to be your number-one priority and why you need to take so many precautions before getting your camp up and running. Summer camp parental cons...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/risk-management-and-waivers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/risk-management-and-waivers/IndustriesTue, 15 Jan 2019 07:31:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Scene #1 I leaned back in my chair and glanced around the room. The office was tumbleweed quiet. When had Steven last stopped by? I couldn’t remember. It was the late ’90s, and I was working for a New York-based media company  my first job after college. My manager, Steven, was rarely around....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/managers-middle-way/https://www.jotform.com/blog/managers-middle-way/BackstageMon, 14 Jan 2019 14:43:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Gold-standard exhibitions heighten our senses, engage our creativity, and if all goes well, make a sale or two. But crafting an exhibition of this caliber takes more than a good eye. There's a lot of behind-the-scenes work like managing art submissions, creating the experience, getting the right...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-art-galleries-collect-artwork-submissions-using-online-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-art-galleries-collect-artwork-submissions-using-online-forms/Customer StoriesFri, 11 Jan 2019 15:08:39 +0000<![CDATA[ “Oh yeah, you’re right,” he answers. It’s the second morning of my visit to our San Francisco office. Between my colleague and I lie a computer screen, a smartphone face-up, and a time-sensitive issue that I’m trying to explain. Even though he makes eye contact and offers the occasional no...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-listening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-listening/BackstageFri, 11 Jan 2019 14:24:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Every teacher knows that a student’s intelligence isn’t a terribly accurate predictor of academic performance. In fact, how much effort a student is willing to put forward is every bit as reliable at predicting academic performance, says Arthur Poropat, Ph.D., psychology lecturer in the School o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-personality-quizzes-in-classroom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-personality-quizzes-in-classroom/IndustriesFri, 11 Jan 2019 10:33:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Napoleon Bonaparte knew a thing or two about leadership. From humble origins, he rose to become the emperor of France, and eventually brought most of Europe under his domain. “If you want a thing done well, do it yourself,” Napoleon once quipped, with characteristic self-confidence. Believing...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/success-by-delegation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/success-by-delegation/BackstageWed, 09 Jan 2019 15:33:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Today businesses are aware of the need to encourage learning and enhance their company culture. A genuine culture of education and growth will indirectly benefit a business because it strengthens and supports both employers and employees. But establishing a real cultural shift takes more than c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/culture-of-continuous-learning-in-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/culture-of-continuous-learning-in-business/AdviceWed, 09 Jan 2019 14:08:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Knowledge is power. It’s a popular phrase  repeated from person to person with little consideration for its true meaning. Though it’s often attributed to English philosopher Sir Francis Bacon, the expression’s earliest written occurrence appears in 10th-century Islamic literature. In the N...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-learning-myth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-learning-myth/BackstageMon, 07 Jan 2019 19:34:36 +0000<![CDATA[ “One trouble with developing speed reading skills is that by the time you realize a book is boring you’ve already finished it.”  Franklin P. Jones I’m a proud book nerd. But I’m not a speed reader. Far from it. Reading is one of my favorite pastimes. I do it whenever I get the chance: I ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/reading-comprehension/https://www.jotform.com/blog/reading-comprehension/BackstageFri, 04 Jan 2019 17:56:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Happy New Year! The turning of the calendar is the perfect opportunity to once again set lofty goals to accomplish bigger and better things and take your personal and professional life to new levels of efficiency and general greatness. But beware: There are plenty of pitfalls waiting to trip ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/organize-workload-in-new-year/https://www.jotform.com/blog/organize-workload-in-new-year/AdviceWed, 02 Jan 2019 10:59:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Many high-profile people believe luck gave them a major edge.  Instagram co-founder Kevin Systrom says luck was responsible for at least 50% of his success. So does music mogul L.A. Reid. Even Reid Hoffman of LinkedIn agrees. As top industry players, it’s natural to see their journeys as...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/luck/https://www.jotform.com/blog/luck/BackstageWed, 02 Jan 2019 08:24:54 +0000<![CDATA[ “Don’t break the chain.” These four simple words helped Jerry Seinfeld become one of the world’s most successful comedians. Seinfeld’s mantra pushed him to write new jokes every single day.  Using a wall calendar, he drew an “X” through each day on which he wrote. Once the Xs sta...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-things-done-without-motivation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-things-done-without-motivation/BackstageSun, 30 Dec 2018 18:00:17 +0000<![CDATA[ “My solar plexus was tight with fear as I ploughed on. Halfway up I stopped, exhausted. I could look down 10,000 feet between my legs, and I have never felt more insecure.” Shortly after this critical moment, 33-year old beekeeper Edmund Hillary, alongside Nepalese sherpa Tenzing Norgay, summite...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-finish-what-you-start/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-finish-what-you-start/BackstageFri, 28 Dec 2018 16:48:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Ugh, I blew it,” she repeats to herself. Andrea’s still thinking about last week’s presentation. Sitting at her desk on a Tuesday morning, she’s got a mental video loop on repeat. It shows the moment when she lost her place; when she briefly struggled to answer a question; the nervousness s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-rumination/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-rumination/BackstageThu, 27 Dec 2018 16:31:04 +0000<![CDATA[ You can’t measure something if you aren’t sure what it is. While team productivity means different things depending on the business, department, and industry, there are some universal things it is not. For example, team productivity is not profitability, and it is not a measure of a team’s work ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-measure-team-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-measure-team-productivity/AdviceThu, 27 Dec 2018 15:45:43 +0000<![CDATA[ As our lives continue to get busier, many of us look for ways to multitask so that we can get more done. Technology has made multitasking so easy, but unfortunately, constant multitasking can lead to memory problems and a reduction in your brain’s gray matter. Not surprisingly, these side effects c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-to-stop-multitasking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-to-stop-multitasking/AdviceWed, 26 Dec 2018 08:46:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Google G Suite Microsoft 365 Updox Axcient CareCloud TrueVault ComplyAssistant V2 Cloud Why is using HIPAA-friendly software so critical? Even small offenses can cost you between $100 and $50,000 per instance. Given the stakes involved, you can't afford to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-hipaa-compliant-software-products/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-hipaa-compliant-software-products/IndustriesWed, 26 Dec 2018 07:04:22 +0000<![CDATA[ “I felt a twinge of nervousness when I popped the large white pill out of its aluminum strip. Shortly after swallowing it, I thought I could feel something, but the effect was subtle, hard to describe. I was feeling alert and awake, as though I had downed five coffees.” In 2016, business school ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/self-help-books/https://www.jotform.com/blog/self-help-books/BackstageSun, 23 Dec 2018 16:23:27 +0000<![CDATA[ First impressions are important. When you meet someone for the first time, the conversation you have and the way you perceive that person will stick with you. If they leave a good impression, you may begin a friendship. But if they leave a bad impression, you’ll likely try to avoid that perso...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-better-customer-onboarding-emails/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-better-customer-onboarding-emails/AdviceThu, 20 Dec 2018 15:48:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Every January 1, a handful of my friends embark on dry January  a month dedicated to good, clean fun (read: not one sip of alcohol). On week one, they’re pumped  proudly declining invitations to happy hour, opting instead for more cultural activities, like a night at the theatre or a new art...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/resolutions-never-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/resolutions-never-work/BackstageThu, 20 Dec 2018 15:33:13 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever received a long PDF, there’s a pretty good chance that one particular thought crossed your mind: How can I get to the information that I actually need? On a related note, sharing one of those large documents can pose its own challenges no one likes getting those dreaded notificat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-split-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-split-pdf/AdviceThu, 20 Dec 2018 15:20:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Dropbox for Business Box G Suite ShareFile Business How important is it for healthcare businesses to choose the right file-sharing service and use it correctly? According to the IBM X-Force Report, “inadvertent activity such as misconfigured cloud infrastructure was responsible f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-file-sharing-services/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-compliant-file-sharing-services/IndustriesThu, 20 Dec 2018 13:16:42 +0000<![CDATA[ What do you know about your students? Chances are, a lot. Today, schools collect and store massive amounts of student data that can potentially help them understand students in a way that hasn’t previously been possible. But at most schools, this data isn’t organized and available in a way th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/long-term-data-management-schools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/long-term-data-management-schools/IndustriesThu, 20 Dec 2018 06:56:26 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve all had to show up for work on days when we'd rather stay in bed. Didn’t get enough sleep the night before? Feeling overwhelmed by pressure, work or otherwise? Eat too much for lunch? Suffering from a low-grade virus? Even if you're not exactly sure why you feel sluggish or unfocused, you ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stay-productive-when-youre-tired/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stay-productive-when-youre-tired/AdviceWed, 19 Dec 2018 15:06:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Every team has its star members: Wayne Gretzky Abby Wambach Michael Jordan Simone Biles Lionel Messi These luminaries help the group to reach big milestones. Some have extraordinary abilities (like Messi’s speed or Biles’ sky-high vaults), while others create team cohesion (Gre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/star-employees/https://www.jotform.com/blog/star-employees/BackstageTue, 18 Dec 2018 20:35:46 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/b7ui1LuUY7E With more and more of us working from home these days, it’s essential that we make sure we’re using our time effectively. Whether we work from home on a permanent, regular basis or just once a week, almost all of us need to consider how to be more productive when w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-be-productive-when-working-from-home/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-be-productive-when-working-from-home/BackstageTue, 18 Dec 2018 15:34:46 +0000<![CDATA[ 70 percent. That’s how much healthcare data breaches increased from 2010 to 2017. The news is full of stories about these breaches. There are enough to make you think it’s an epidemic, and unfortunately, it is. This epidemic is costing patients their personal information, such as their social...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-confidentiality-laws/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-confidentiality-laws/IndustriesMon, 17 Dec 2018 15:44:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Business owners are busy. With everything else you have to do, your business's communications aren't always your top priority. On the other hand, the core of every company is its customer relations. Dedicating resources to communicating with your customers is an investment in the future success...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-ways-to-improve-communication-with-your-customers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-ways-to-improve-communication-with-your-customers/BackstageMon, 17 Dec 2018 14:37:46 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s a marshmallow on the table. You have fifteen minutes not to eat it. A second big, fluffy marshmallow awaits you but only if you resist the urge to eat the first one. One reward now, or two rewards later: The decision might seem obvious to you, but what about for a hungry preschooler?...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/self-doubt/https://www.jotform.com/blog/self-doubt/BackstageSun, 16 Dec 2018 19:09:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Scaling is always top of mind for high-growth tech teams. But going from a handful of employees to double digits isn’t the easiest thing to do unless you have a process in place. Head of design at Stripe, Malthe Sigurdsson, knows this very well. He’s scaled his design team from three to 40 an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/makers-series-be-like-a-machine-scale-better/https://www.jotform.com/blog/makers-series-be-like-a-machine-scale-better/BackstageSat, 15 Dec 2018 06:19:52 +0000<![CDATA[ One million. That’s how many users have signed up for JotForm so far this year, putting us over the 4 million mark in total. As exciting as this is, I will never forget our humble beginnings. I started JotForm as a side project, not sure if it would be successful or if it would fail. But m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-year-in-review-2018/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-year-in-review-2018/BackstageFri, 14 Dec 2018 12:29:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Data matters in the classroom. This is why schools and teachers put so much emphasis on collecting it. But that emphasis tends to focus on the “core” academic subjects in school as opposed to the creative subjects. This is an unfortunate side effect of the increasing significance placed on stand...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-art-class/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-collection-art-class/IndustriesFri, 14 Dec 2018 10:10:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Each one of our precious brains processes 34gb of information a day. That’s 100,000 words a day. And that’s only in our leisure time. More Information. Quicker. Faster. Everything is whizzing by at such a speed that to simply stop and pay attention to something is hard. Even to the act ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/deep-reading/https://www.jotform.com/blog/deep-reading/BackstageThu, 13 Dec 2018 16:48:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Ugh. Meetings. These patience-testing, time-sucking rituals have been around since the dawn of work, and they’re still alive and well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zxXv7ACDvE&feature=emb_title But are they effective? We decided to ask our users to find out. We surveyed more th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/results-are-in-how-effective-are-meetings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/results-are-in-how-effective-are-meetings/AdviceThu, 13 Dec 2018 07:38:05 +0000<![CDATA[ You’re a doctor, not a tightrope walker. But walking the line between patient confidentiality and patient care can feel like a circus act. You want to give your patients the best care possible. Sometimes this requires consulting with other healthcare professionals or talking to family members ab...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-confidentiality-and-effects-on-your-practice/https://www.jotform.com/blog/patient-confidentiality-and-effects-on-your-practice/IndustriesThu, 13 Dec 2018 06:35:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Smallpdf ILovePDF PDF Merge Combine PDF DocuPub PDF Merge Chrome Extension Merge PDF Files Chrome extension Combining multiple PDFs into a single file can be complicated if you don’t have the right tools. Instead of copying and pasting the content from different PDFs into a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/merge-pdf-files/https://www.jotform.com/blog/merge-pdf-files/AdviceWed, 12 Dec 2018 14:05:15 +0000<![CDATA[ With the new year right around the corner, there’s never been a better time to think up resolutions that will challenge you to be the best possible version of yourself. Whether your New Year’s resolution is to enhance your workflow, your productivity, or your personal life, a true resolution wil...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weekly-reminder-emails/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weekly-reminder-emails/ProductWed, 12 Dec 2018 12:48:12 +0000<![CDATA[ You’re trapped in a room with your worst enemy. Fight-or-flight response in full force, you begin to brace yourself for the worst. Your heart beats explosively in your chest as beads of sweat form on your temples, warning you of the danger to come. This is the last place you want to be: alone...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fear-of-solitude/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fear-of-solitude/BackstageTue, 11 Dec 2018 16:44:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Ever faced a big-picture problem at your company but couldn’t figure out how to fix it or where to even start? Turning workplace operations around can be a rewarding experience, but it also can be difficult when you don’t know exactly what needs to be fixed. That’s why consultants, directors,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-needs-assessment-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-needs-assessment-form/Customer StoriesTue, 11 Dec 2018 14:23:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Productivity. It’s something both employers and employees want to improve. Employers want to get the most from their employees, while employees want to prove their value to their organization. But productivity is more than just managing distractions at work. And managing distractions involves more ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-distractions-at-work-alignment-brings-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/managing-distractions-at-work-alignment-brings-productivity/BackstageTue, 11 Dec 2018 05:42:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Regardless of whether you charge clients per hour or per project, it’s important to keep track of the time you spend on client work. If you charge per hour, you need to be able to keep an accurate record of the number of hours you work, so you can bill appropriately. If you charge on a per proje...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-track-time-and-invoice-as-a-freelancer-or-agency/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-track-time-and-invoice-as-a-freelancer-or-agency/BackstageMon, 10 Dec 2018 15:59:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Dropbox Google Drive Microsoft OneDrive Carbonite Box SpiderOak AWS Acronis Backblaze Atlantic.Net Have you heard the horror stories? A celebrity’s personal pictures are stolen from the cloud and distributed online. A Fortune 500 company’s cloud storage is hacked a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/best-hipaa-compliant-cloud-storage-solutions/https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/best-hipaa-compliant-cloud-storage-solutions/IndustriesMon, 10 Dec 2018 14:34:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Failure. For many startup founders, it’s a badge of honor worn with more pride than overpriced hoodies, Apple watches, and merino wool loafers. The fail fast; fail often philosophy even inspired FailCon, an entire conference dedicated to embracing failure. “In the startup world, failure is...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-approach-failure/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-approach-failure/BackstageSun, 09 Dec 2018 16:01:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Anyone can file a HIPAA-complaint. Seriously, per the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, "Anyone can file a complaint if they believe there has been a violation of the HIPAA Rules." This means that you’re open to complaints from patients, partners, and even employees. One area of...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/keep-intake-forms-safe/https://www.jotform.com/blog/keep-intake-forms-safe/IndustriesFri, 07 Dec 2018 06:15:19 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve had a long day at work. Tired and hungry, you meet an old friend for a drink. The next few minutes might sound something like this: “Come and sit down. How was your day?” “Crazy! Seven meetings, everyone’s really stressed.” “Why’s that?” “We’re launching the new ve...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-write-forms/ProductThu, 06 Dec 2018 17:27:47 +0000<![CDATA[ 200,000. According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), as of mid 2018, that’s how many HIPAA violations have been investigated. Almost 70 percent of these investigations resulted in corrective action. Such corrective actions include penalties that can cost as much as ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/when-do-you-need-to-use-hipaa-medical-records-release-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/when-do-you-need-to-use-hipaa-medical-records-release-form/IndustriesThu, 06 Dec 2018 14:41:56 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s a big divide when it comes to the holidays some people love them. Others? Not so much. We get it the holidays can be stressful. There are high expectations for friends and family, pressure to have fun, the list goes on. But the stress can rise to a whole new level, especially when your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-forms-will-make-you-love-hosting-the-holidays/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-forms-will-make-you-love-hosting-the-holidays/ProductThu, 06 Dec 2018 13:19:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Parent-teacher conferences fill parents, teachers, and students with dread. Students get nervous at the thought of their parents and teachers discussing them. Parents get nervous about what the teacher may tell them about their children. Teachers get nervous about parents getting defensive. That...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-tips-and-tools-to-make-parent-teacher-conferences-more-productive/https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-tips-and-tools-to-make-parent-teacher-conferences-more-productive/IndustriesThu, 06 Dec 2018 10:27:06 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s 3 pm and my energy starts to dip. I head outside to grab an espresso and pass a bakery promoting a two-for-one donut special. Faced with an array of glazed treats, my willpower starts to wane. My brain is consumed with a single question: To donut or not to donut? Each day, w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-willpower/https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-willpower/BackstageWed, 05 Dec 2018 18:37:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Sharing a PDF that’s dozens of pages long can be a pain, regardless whether you’re the one sending or receiving the file. As the sender, sharing such a large document in an email can make life difficult, especially when the document exceeds file size restrictions or takes a long time to upload a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/delete-pages-from-pdf-file/https://www.jotform.com/blog/delete-pages-from-pdf-file/AdviceWed, 05 Dec 2018 11:09:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Back in 1996 when HIPAA was created, social media consisted of chat rooms. No one at the time could have imagined social media’s future impact. Although the HITECH Act of 2009 updated some of HIPAA's sections to better handle technology, it still didn't address social media. The lack of clear gu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-and-social-media/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hipaa-and-social-media/IndustriesTue, 04 Dec 2018 14:40:12 +0000<![CDATA[ When you offer your customers more methods to make payments, you increase the likelihood you’ll get paid. It’s simple logic. That’s why we’re excited to announce a new PayPal Checkout integration, which allows form respondents to pay you through your forms via PayPal, credit card, and even Venm...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-multiple-payment-types-paypal-checkout-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collect-multiple-payment-types-paypal-checkout-integration/IndustriesTue, 04 Dec 2018 10:36:23 +0000<![CDATA[ In the 1920s, writer and inventor Hugo Gernsback created the “isolator helmet.” Fed up with everyday distractions, he designed this unusual headgear to block any outside stimulus and help him work more efficiently. Image credit Nineteenth-century novelist and playwright Honoré de Balzac fu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cost-of-productivity-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cost-of-productivity-tools/BackstageMon, 03 Dec 2018 18:58:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Imaginative. Passionate. Fearless. These are the adjectives typically used to describe the late Steve Jobs. According to his successor, Apple CEO Tim Cook, Jobs was also an incredible teacher something that Cook believes most profiles of Jobs fail to capture. In Cook’s words, he was “one ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/teacher-leaders/https://www.jotform.com/blog/teacher-leaders/BackstageFri, 30 Nov 2018 12:29:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Workflows aren’t the easiest thing to manage unless you have powerful software tools. JotForm and ProcessMaker noticed this pain point among organizations and decided to create a new integration to help teams develop seamless approval workflows and get more done in less time. Now we’re joinin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-processmaker-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-processmaker-webinar/ProductFri, 30 Nov 2018 05:50:26 +0000<![CDATA[ I have a confession to make: I add things to my to-do lists long after I’ve already completed them just to cross them off. It makes no practical sense. The work is already done, and it doesn’t accomplish anything other than cluttering my list. But it feels good. And it’s also visual validat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-japanese-productivity-technique/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kanban-japanese-productivity-technique/AdviceThu, 29 Nov 2018 07:48:29 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve probably seen the hashtags. I’m talking about social media posts followed by #sleepisforlosers, #grindneverstops or #hustlehard, among others. A punishing schedule has become a social badge of honor. And everywhere you turn, it feels like someone is telling you to push even harder. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hustle-culture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hustle-culture/BackstageWed, 28 Nov 2018 13:02:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Meetings can be rough. And boring meetings? Don’t get us started. We get that meetings are necessary they’re good ways to congregate, plan, decide, and problem-solve, but they can quickly become boring, unproductive, and turn into debates on whether Starbucks baristas are misspelling your na...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/avoid-boring-meeting-5-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/avoid-boring-meeting-5-tips/BackstageWed, 28 Nov 2018 12:38:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Have you ever used an app to order ahead from your favorite restaurant? Doesn’t it feel great to skip the line and get what you need right away? It’s a simple thing, but skipping the line lets you get your food faster, feels easier, and helps you avoid the frustration of waiting. If these simple...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-patient-intake-process-in-3-steps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-patient-intake-process-in-3-steps/IndustriesWed, 28 Nov 2018 11:44:11 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s not just a piece of paper. It’s not merely a formality. The massage intake form is an important client-relationship tool. Use it well, and you foster client retention. Use it poorly, and your practice could suffer. Are you using your massage intake forms correctly? Let’s look at how you can...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/massage-intake-forms-hipaa-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/massage-intake-forms-hipaa-compliant/IndustriesWed, 28 Nov 2018 11:05:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Hangouts Chat Chanty Microsoft Teams Rocket.Chat Discord Mattermost Flock Ryver Flowdock Wire Fleep Slack is the big boss in the world of team messengers. And it’s becoming even bigger after acquiring Stride and HipChat. Being a well-known Silicon Valley unicorn, Sla...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-slack-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-slack-alternatives/AdviceWed, 28 Nov 2018 06:23:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you think you spend too much time planning lessons? Does lesson planning keep you from more productive work? Does it seem a little counterintuitive to create lesson plans from scratch when there is a whole department of like-minded people who could be working together? You are not alone...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-tools-teachers-collaboration-lesson-plans/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-tools-teachers-collaboration-lesson-plans/IndustriesWed, 28 Nov 2018 06:05:05 +0000<![CDATA[ SmallPDF Online2PDF SodaPDF ILovePDF Getting locked out of a document can be frustrating, especially when the only thing standing in the way is a pesky popup window asking you for a password. If you created the PDF document or have permission to access it, you could try a few tri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-free-pdf-decryption-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-free-pdf-decryption-tools/AdviceTue, 27 Nov 2018 07:41:38 +0000<![CDATA[ This was it. Amir was ready to embark upon the journey of a lifetime. After breaking up with his girlfriend, he decided to trade the comfort of a traditional job for the thrill of remote work in Taiwan. Like many millennials, he felt disillusioned by the prospect of working for someone els...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-nomad/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-nomad/BackstageMon, 26 Nov 2018 15:47:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Forms are a portal to send information from one place to another but oftentimes, merely sending data isn’t enough. When humans need to review and act on data, things can get quite complicated. Typically if approvals are required around a form submission it will be received and forwarded to s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/creating-a-workflow-on-processmaker-using-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/creating-a-workflow-on-processmaker-using-jotform/ProductThu, 22 Nov 2018 14:27:00 +0000<![CDATA[ When you rely on manual workflows to manage approval requests, your staff wastes their crucial time tracking down spreadsheets and managing emails and phone calls rather than doing important work. By automating your processes, you can eliminate unnecessary manual work and free up your employees to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-approval-workflow-for-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-an-approval-workflow-for-jotform/AdviceThu, 22 Nov 2018 05:39:42 +0000<![CDATA[ “Nearly every person I worked with,” said one ex-staffer, “I saw cry at their desk.” “The joke in the office was that when it came to work/life balance, work came first, life came second, and trying to find the balance came last,” said another. These quotes from former Amazon employees w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-employee-engagement/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improve-employee-engagement/BackstageWed, 21 Nov 2018 14:27:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Using your preferred document viewer, go to “File” and select “Print.” In the “Print” popup window, change the “Destination” option to “Save as PDF.” Ever received a PDF that was a pain to open? You got the OK to view a PDF, had the right person send it to you, and even received the pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/remove-password-from-pdf-unlock-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/blog/remove-password-from-pdf-unlock-pdf/AdviceWed, 21 Nov 2018 10:34:17 +0000<![CDATA[ In October 2010, I moved to California after accepting a job at a nonprofit. I was a newly minted college grad, excited to learn and make a difference. Five months later, the nonprofit shut down. Keep in mind what the job market was at the beginning of 2011. The US economy was on its way to r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/4-years-at-jotform-a-reflection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/4-years-at-jotform-a-reflection/BackstageTue, 20 Nov 2018 14:17:03 +0000<![CDATA[ UX and psychology. Psychology and UX. The two go hand-in-hand. Psychology is the study of understanding people’s behaviors and emotions. What makes them tick? What makes them happy? Without the ability to predict these behaviors, successful UX can’t exist. To the untrained eye, goo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/psychology-of-web-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/psychology-of-web-forms/ProductTue, 20 Nov 2018 13:27:06 +0000<![CDATA[ We tend to be our own worst critics. We focus on what we believe we lack. And we judge our own setbacks much more harshly than we would judge others’ challenges. Even worse, ruminating on perceived shortcomings drains valuable energy that could be used more productively. It’s not always ea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/self-compassion/https://www.jotform.com/blog/self-compassion/BackstageMon, 19 Nov 2018 14:12:51 +0000<![CDATA[ “You’re demonstrating a wildly outdated, anti-scientific and horribly inefficient way of using human energy. It’s like trying to launch us into our clean energy future (or into space) with a coal-fired steam engine. It just won’t work.” Arianna Huffington, founder of Thrive Global and outspoken ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-sleep-affects-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-sleep-affects-productivity/BackstageFri, 16 Nov 2018 13:09:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Aside from student teaching, how often have you, as a teacher, been able to observe and learn from other teachers in a classroom environment? In her doctoral thesis, Linda J. Hirsch, Ed.D., assistant superintendent for Chelmsford Public Schools in Massachusetts, asserts that schools struggle to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/technology-facilitate-teacher-peer-reviews/https://www.jotform.com/blog/technology-facilitate-teacher-peer-reviews/IndustriesFri, 16 Nov 2018 12:22:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the PDF file in Adobe Acrobat Reader. Click on Fill & Sign in the Tools panel on the right. Click Sign, and then select Add Signature. A popup will open Type, Draw, and Image. Select one and click Apply. Drag, resize and position the signature inside your PDF file. Thou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-signature-to-a-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-signature-to-a-pdf/AdviceWed, 14 Nov 2018 14:51:28 +0000<![CDATA[ I remember like it was yesterday… my first post-graduation job interview. As I sat across from the hiring manager, my palms sweating and my posture nearly too upright, I fielded the usual interview questions: Tell us about your experience. What are your greatest strengths? Where do...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/deep-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/deep-work/BackstageWed, 14 Nov 2018 14:39:18 +0000<![CDATA[ You could not remove a single grain of sand from its place without thereby … changing something throughout all parts of the immeasurable whole. Fichte, The Vocation of Man (1800) Butterflies are fascinating. They even have a phenomenon named after them: the butterfly effect. It des...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-butterfly-effect/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-butterfly-effect/AdviceTue, 13 Nov 2018 14:22:41 +0000<![CDATA[ While having quiet students in class may seem appealing, they can actually be more stressful for teachers than the more outgoing students. Classroom discussion is important, yet teachers often have a hard time getting these students to break out of their shells and participate. Old-school tactic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/reach-shy-students-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/reach-shy-students-online/IndustriesTue, 13 Nov 2018 12:02:02 +0000<![CDATA[ It was 1995 and the universe was deep in battle… A fearsome empire was striving for world domination and crushing their competitors with an iron fist. Their strategy? Embrace, extend, extinguish. Meanwhile, an impertinent upstart was lurking in the wings  one that would eventually bid...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-google-is-slowing-innovation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-google-is-slowing-innovation/BackstageMon, 12 Nov 2018 14:08:20 +0000<![CDATA[ In the 1960s, the Herman Miller furniture company created a design tool that revolutionized corporate aesthetics for decades to come. You guessed it the standard cubicle. The cubicle was more than just four grey walls. It came to represent shrewd management economics (squeezing as many employee...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productive-office-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productive-office-design/BackstageFri, 09 Nov 2018 13:10:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Adobe’s Online PDF Converter Nitro online Word to PDF Converter WPS online PDF Converter Wondershare PDFelement WPS Office Soda PDF software for Windows Smallpdf desktop and mobile If you work with Word files, you’ve likely been in a crunch to turn a Word file into a PDF at...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-word-to-pdf-converters/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-word-to-pdf-converters/AdviceFri, 09 Nov 2018 12:35:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Nitro PDF to DOC Converter Smallpdf Foxit With all of the advantages PDFs have over Word documents, why would you bother converting a PDF into Word? Someone might send you a PDF that has a typo in it. You may receive a PDF and notice that some text is missing or decide to add mor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-pdf-to-word-converters/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-pdf-to-word-converters/AdviceThu, 08 Nov 2018 14:34:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Think like an editor or bust. Thinking like an editor means you question everything. When you question everything, you take a hard look at processes within your organization, finding inconsistencies and solving problems accordingly. By questioning everything, you get better at being a comp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/makers-series-why-your-company-needs-to-think-like-an-editor/https://www.jotform.com/blog/makers-series-why-your-company-needs-to-think-like-an-editor/BackstageThu, 08 Nov 2018 08:05:59 +0000<![CDATA[ It was a meeting of the minds  three of the world’s most unconventional thinkers in a delightfully conventional setting. The glow of candlelight. The aroma of fresh oregano. And the sound of vigorous debate, mixed with occasional bursts of laughter, filled the room. It was a dinner party w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-world-needs-polymaths/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-world-needs-polymaths/BackstageWed, 07 Nov 2018 13:37:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the PDF file in Adobe Acrobat Pro. Export the PDF into an Excel workbook. In the Save dialog, select the folder where you want to save the file, give the file a name, and then click the Save button. View the exported file in Microsoft Office Excel. Suppose your coworker sent yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-convert-pdf-to-excel-using-adobe/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-convert-pdf-to-excel-using-adobe/AdviceWed, 07 Nov 2018 10:36:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Open Microsoft Excel and load your Excel file. Go to the File menu > Export > Create PDF/XPS. Click the Publish button once you’re all done with that. Open the exported PDF into your preferred PDF viewer. If you created an Excel report that you want to share with others who do...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-convert-excel-to-pdf-in-microsoft-office/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-convert-excel-to-pdf-in-microsoft-office/AdviceWed, 07 Nov 2018 10:34:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Change lives through challenge and discovery. That’s the mission of outdoor education nonprofit, Outward Bound California. Outward Bound California is part of a national network of Outward Bound schools that have been in the U.S. for over 60 years. In California alone, their programs serve mo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/processing-student-applications-is-a-breeze-for-outward-bound-california/https://www.jotform.com/blog/processing-student-applications-is-a-breeze-for-outward-bound-california/Customer StoriesWed, 07 Nov 2018 06:22:25 +0000<![CDATA[ “70% of all shopping carts are abandoned. And 28% of those carts are abandoned because of a lengthy checkout process.“ source Businesses want people to spend money. That means paying for something should be the easiest part of the whole experience but poor payment systems continue to result ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/design-smart-payment-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/design-smart-payment-forms/IndustriesTue, 06 Nov 2018 12:48:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Cozy. That’s how I felt. Tucked beneath what may have been the world’s softest blanket. I took a deep breath and rolled onto my side. It was a familiar moment the moment when my 6 a.m. alarm clock sounded, after a night of tossing and turning. The moment when my daily responsibilities ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/procrastination-lessons/https://www.jotform.com/blog/procrastination-lessons/BackstageMon, 05 Nov 2018 12:22:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Getting parents to volunteer at school can be frustratingly difficult. Sure, there are always a few parents who will volunteer for everything. But you don’t want to rely on them. Student activities are richer when there are new parents around to participate. Many parents, though, are often re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/technology-help-recruit-parent-volunteers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/technology-help-recruit-parent-volunteers/IndustriesFri, 02 Nov 2018 11:55:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform PDF Editor is a solution for turning online form response data into polished, professional-looking PDF documents. With this tool, you can easily create, edit, share, and download PDFs with your colleagues, partners, and clients. In our webinar, “Automate Your Workflow With Jotform PDF Ed...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-pdf-editor/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webinar-jotform-pdf-editor/ProductFri, 02 Nov 2018 11:47:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the Excel file in the Microsoft Office Excel application. Convert the Excel file using the Acrobat Ribbon. Click Create PDF, select which sheet you want to convert, and then give your PDF a file name to save it. View the converted PDF. You put a lot of effort into your spr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-convert-excel-to-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-convert-excel-to-pdf/AdviceFri, 02 Nov 2018 06:57:50 +0000<![CDATA[ “Something deep in the human heart breaks at the thought of a life of mediocrity.” ― C. S. Lewis In literature, in media and most certainly in the workplace, mediocrity carries a decidedly negative connotation. Nobody wants to be merely mediocre. Google “mediocrity” and you’ll get result...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/problem-of-pursuing-excellence/https://www.jotform.com/blog/problem-of-pursuing-excellence/BackstageThu, 01 Nov 2018 07:45:58 +0000<![CDATA[ “Listen with curiosity. The greatest problem with communication is we don’t listen to understand. We listen to reply. When we listen with curiosity, we don’t listen with the intent to reply. We listen for what’s behind the words.” ― Roy T. Bennett Listening doesn’t always happen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-high-converting-online-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-high-converting-online-forms/BackstageWed, 31 Oct 2018 12:29:38 +0000<![CDATA[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrD3REa306w [00:00:04] Annabel: Hi guys. Annabel here from JotForm in today. I'm going to be presenting to automate your workflow with JotForm PDF Editor. So in today's webinar, we're gonna be talking about our brand new product JotForm PDF editor and go...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/pdf-editor/jotform-pdf-editor-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/products/pdf-editor/jotform-pdf-editor-webinar/Latest ArticlesWed, 31 Oct 2018 10:46:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the PDF in Mac’s free “Preview” program and select the signature icon. If you’ve created your signature already, select it and insert it into the PDF. If you don’t have a signature created already, select “Create Signature”. Once you’ve inserted your signature, select “Done”. You...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-signature-to-a-pdf-on-mac/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-add-a-signature-to-a-pdf-on-mac/AdviceTue, 30 Oct 2018 15:48:21 +0000<![CDATA[ For any business, forms are a great way to collect important information and make decisions. But, let’s be honest, forms can be a pain to make, especially when you either don’t know where to start or need some design inspiration. That’s where Jotform PDF Editor can help. Thanks to Jotform,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/8-templates-change-your-mind-about-pdfs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/8-templates-change-your-mind-about-pdfs/AdviceTue, 30 Oct 2018 12:34:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Life is chaos and chaos is life. Between managing work, relationships, and side hustles, it’s difficult to organize and keep track of everything we have going on. We want to handle chaos in the most efficient way possible, so we plan, prioritize, and create lists to help us feel like we’re be...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/x-out-your-to-do-list/https://www.jotform.com/blog/x-out-your-to-do-list/BackstageTue, 30 Oct 2018 11:17:15 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’ve ever watched a professional tennis match, you know how much stamina the sport requires. From thigh slaps to squats to light jumps, players will do just about anything to maintain their high energy and laser-focus. A crucial part of the match, however, occurs in the brief pause between ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-waste-time-properly/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-waste-time-properly/BackstageTue, 30 Oct 2018 08:31:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Teacher evaluations are supposed to help teachers grow as professionals. But evaluations are often ineffective at encouraging teacher development, and most within the education system have noticed. Teacher Paul Murphy describes typical teacher evaluations as “arbitrary, based on questionable dat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-anatomy-of-a-data-rich-teacher-evaluation-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-anatomy-of-a-data-rich-teacher-evaluation-form/IndustriesFri, 26 Oct 2018 12:24:53 +0000<![CDATA[ “A giant engine in a factory fails." Concerned, the factory owners call in technicians who arrive with bulging toolkits. None of them can work out what the problem is. The issue persists. One day, an old man shows up who’s been fixing engines his whole life. After inspecting it for a minut...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-skills-not-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-skills-not-tools/BackstageFri, 26 Oct 2018 07:37:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Forms. I know, your pulse doesn’t start racing with excitement. Forms get a bad rep. Love or hate them, from registration to collecting payments, forms are here to stay. Forms equal input, they mean collecting data from anyone who interacts with your business. A form is successful when ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/successful-form-structure/https://www.jotform.com/blog/successful-form-structure/ProductThu, 25 Oct 2018 10:29:15 +0000<![CDATA[ The typical adult makes 35,000 decisions each day. If you do the math (and account for seven hours of sleep), that’s about 2,000 decisions every hour or one choice every two seconds. Most decisions are actually micro-choices, like clicking a link or taking a sip of coffee. But some choices f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-tough-decisions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/make-tough-decisions/BackstageWed, 24 Oct 2018 07:42:28 +0000<![CDATA[ No one wants to live through a bad accident or medical emergency. No one wants to be sued or hit with massive financial losses because of someone’s negligence either. That’s where waivers can help. Businesses and individuals use these common forms to obtain legal protection. Liability waiv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-prepare-for-the-worst-with-waivers/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/how-to-prepare-for-the-worst-with-waivers/Customer StoriesTue, 23 Oct 2018 07:39:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Eat, sleep, purchase Purchasing goods and services has become second nature in our society – so much so that it’s easy to consume aimlessly without thinking about what we’re supporting underneath well-known brands and stylish packaging. That’s why Fair Trade USA made it their mission to disru...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fair-trade-usa-easily-communicates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fair-trade-usa-easily-communicates/Customer StoriesMon, 22 Oct 2018 11:01:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Cool, the breezy air carrying the salty, fresh smell of the ocean. Lovely, green fronds of palm trees tousling lazily in the wind. Warm, white, fluffy sand. Crystal clear Caribbean water. And, you, in the middle of it all, sipping on a cool pina colada. While this beach scene may sound ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/unlimited-vacations-myth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/unlimited-vacations-myth/BackstageMon, 22 Oct 2018 08:32:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Direct debit is one of the safest and most cost-effective ways of collecting payments. It’s automatic, fast, and improves your cash flow so you can focus on growing your business without payment headaches. And now you can accept direct debit payments directly through your form with JotForm's new Go...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-debit-payments-gocardless/https://www.jotform.com/blog/direct-debit-payments-gocardless/IndustriesMon, 22 Oct 2018 06:38:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Open the PDF file in Microsoft Office Word. A popup window about the PDF conversion will appear; click OK to confirm. Save the Word document as a web page. Open the MS Office Excel app and browse to the web page file that you saved in step 2. If you're a bit behind schedule with wo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-convert-pdf-to-excel-in-microsoft-office/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-convert-pdf-to-excel-in-microsoft-office/AdviceFri, 19 Oct 2018 13:07:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Will I consume or create? This is one of the most important questions you can answer each day. Thanks to social media, chat apps, and streaming content, it’s so easy to consume and it gets easier all the time. But if you want to build a business or write a book, if you want to launch a pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-growth-by-morning-pages/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-growth-by-morning-pages/BackstageFri, 19 Oct 2018 07:55:03 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that people have certain expectations when they buy a product or receive a service. It should function well. It should fulfill a need or want. And it should be free of defects. But how do businesses and organizations measure whether these expectations are being met and determin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/master-quality-control/https://www.jotform.com/blog/master-quality-control/Customer StoriesThu, 18 Oct 2018 12:27:27 +0000<![CDATA[ The future belongs to those who tell the best stories. And behind every compelling story lies a universal pattern. It’s called the hero’s journey. The term comes from U.S. mythologist Joseph Campbell, who published The Hero with a Thousand Faces in 1949. In this now-iconic book, Campbell s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/storytelling-for-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/storytelling-for-business/BackstageMon, 15 Oct 2018 08:35:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Let’s say you receive a form submission and want the information you just collected displayed on a single PDF document. Easy enough. Just copy the information, open a new word processing document, paste the information, and then save the whole thing as a PDF. But what if you wanted to turn 100 f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-pdf-editor/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-pdf-editor/ProductMon, 15 Oct 2018 06:16:47 +0000<![CDATA[ “525,000 square feet” 300 million dollars 3,000 employees 1 open office You’ve probably heard about the recent expansion of Facebook’s Menlo Park campus. The new building, MK21, designed by Canadian starchitect Frank Gehry, is the pinnacle of today’s open office design trend. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kill-your-open-office/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kill-your-open-office/BackstageFri, 12 Oct 2018 08:31:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Years ago, I was waiting in line at a paddle sports shop. People were renting kayaks and canoes and getting fitted for life jackets. It was a brilliant, sunny day and the air buzzed with excitement. On the back wall, I noticed a framed print that read: “We don’t sell boats. We sell time on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-centric-product-development/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-centric-product-development/BackstageMon, 08 Oct 2018 12:36:31 +0000<![CDATA[ What if the best way to sell your company was not wanting to sell? It seems counterintuitive, but oftentimes, companies get infatuated with selling and lose focus on what really drives value: a strong product offering. Rachel Delacour never forgot this. In fact, selling wasn’t even on her min...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/this-startup-sold-to-zendesk/https://www.jotform.com/blog/this-startup-sold-to-zendesk/BackstageMon, 08 Oct 2018 09:58:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Adam Werbach was the Sierra Club’s golden boy. He grew up in Los Angeles where, as a 7-year-old, he would check Smog reports before his morning T-ball practices. A morning habit fueled by an enormous love for the environment and a vision for a greener future. At the age of twenty-three, Werbach ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/intuitive-decision-making/https://www.jotform.com/blog/intuitive-decision-making/BackstageFri, 05 Oct 2018 05:46:05 +0000<![CDATA[ You’re baking a cake for a special occasion. You make sure all of the ingredients are high-quality from the organic flour to the artisanal cocoa. It turns out one of your eggs is cracked. You notice its less-than-fresh odor but decide to use it anyway. What difference can one egg make? Yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/toxic-workers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/toxic-workers/BackstageWed, 03 Oct 2018 15:25:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Trusted by global companies, such as Red Bull and Williams Sonoma, JotForm Enterprise is a robust digital workplace productivity solution that’s built for big teams and organizations. In our webinar, “Announcing JotForm Enterprise,” we dive into the product features, present two live demos, and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/enterprise-webinar/EnterpriseWed, 03 Oct 2018 07:47:10 +0000<![CDATA[ A new integration with ProcessMaker called Workflow for JotForm helps you simplify your workflow and approval process when you need to have people sign off on submitted form data. Having an approval workflow can facilitate better communication around the decisions your team makes every day, whether...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-integration-with-processmaker/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-integration-with-processmaker/ProductTue, 02 Oct 2018 09:35:34 +0000<![CDATA[ In a world that is constantly pursuing happiness, it is a wonder why so many people are depressed. In a 2015 study, the World Health Organization estimated that globally, 300+ million people suffer from depression disorder while 264 million struggle with anxiety. Suicide remains one of the to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/happiness-vs-depression/https://www.jotform.com/blog/happiness-vs-depression/BackstageMon, 01 Oct 2018 14:22:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you have an image file must be converted into a PDF file for, let’s say, a report due soon, or an important email that a vendor, customer, or employer wants? Not sure where to go for help? We’ve got you covered! After a little digging, we found some of the best and, more importantly, free ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jpg-to-pdf-converters/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jpg-to-pdf-converters/AdviceMon, 01 Oct 2018 13:04:45 +0000<![CDATA[ 12 hours. That’s how long it took to build a car before 1913. Over the next several years, Henry Ford reduced the time-consuming process to an impressive 2.5 hours. His goal was simple make automobile ownership possible for every American by lowering the cost of production. What wasn’t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-over-efficiency/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-over-efficiency/BackstageFri, 28 Sep 2018 10:21:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Unfortunately, Dwolla is discontinuing its product as of October 2018. But worry not! While businesses like using Dwolla for straightforward, secure automated clearing house (ACH) payments, that doesn’t mean it is the only option available. Here are other choices that integrate with Jotform and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-best-dwolla-alternatives/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-best-dwolla-alternatives/IndustriesFri, 28 Sep 2018 06:40:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Classroom quizzes are no more fun for teachers than they are for students. Creating, copying and grading quizzes on a regular basis eats away at a teacher’s most valued commodity time. However, teachers are finding ways to take back some of that time back by transitioning to paperless classroo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-classroom-quizzes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/digital-classroom-quizzes/IndustriesThu, 27 Sep 2018 10:09:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Our obsession with personal productivity has never been stronger. From 6 am meditations to reading 100 books a year, it feels like we’re all trying to cram more into our waking hours. And there’s nothing wrong with trying to make the most of your life and your work. But while we’re busy j...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tools-on-organizational-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tools-on-organizational-productivity/BackstageWed, 26 Sep 2018 14:58:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Email marketing isn’t just a form of marketing that can drive traffic and revenue to your website. It is part of a greater online business strategy with many components and moving parts that should all have a common goal. Every time you send a series of messages to a target demographic of subscribe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/drive-traffic-with-email-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/drive-traffic-with-email-marketing/ProductWed, 26 Sep 2018 13:34:22 +0000<![CDATA[ https://youtu.be/xlT-4022FSY [00:00:01] Annabel Maw: Hi everyone. Thank you for joining our webinar announcing JotForm Enterprise. Today, we have a few people from our team of JotForm presenting. So we have myself Annabel from the marketing team, we have Jennifer from our sales departmen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/enterprise/announcing-jotform-enterprise-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/enterprise/announcing-jotform-enterprise-webinar/EnterpriseWed, 26 Sep 2018 13:27:33 +0000<![CDATA[ With #GivingTuesday just a few short months away, we want to tell you about a resource that can help you drive the most donations possible. A new book available for Kindle, Getting the Most From Giving: How to Maximize Donations for Your Nonprofit, details how any nonprofit, regardless of size, can...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/ebook-maximizing-donations/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/ebook-maximizing-donations/IndustriesWed, 26 Sep 2018 12:01:31 +0000<![CDATA[ PDF Filler Jotform Sign PDF Buddy SmallPDF eSign PDF HelloSign (now Dropbox Sign) SignNow Time is the most valuable thing in every person’s life – regardless of career, lifestyle, or income. In these days of quick tech advancements, it’s highly inefficient for anyone to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-free-pdf-signing-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-free-pdf-signing-tools/AdviceTue, 25 Sep 2018 14:44:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Sarah has worked at Guardian Technologies for nearly a decade now. She started out her career at the company as an entry-level sales associate and has since worked her way up to a sales executive. She makes well over $100,000 a year, loves her team, her company and her life as a whole. When h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/do-not-become-an-entrepreneur/https://www.jotform.com/blog/do-not-become-an-entrepreneur/BackstageMon, 24 Sep 2018 09:51:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Ever read through a document and found an image that you wanted to download and use (with permission, of course)? Were you vexed after realizing that the document was a PDF file and thinking that there may be no way to get the image you want? We know your pain, and we’re here to help. We foun...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-online-tools-to-extract-images-from-pdf-files/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-online-tools-to-extract-images-from-pdf-files/AdviceMon, 24 Sep 2018 00:10:01 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re excited to announce JotForm Enterprise is here! We’ve created a version of Jotform specifically for the needs of enterprise users and are excited to bring JotForm Enterprise to the market. Millions of companies of all sizes collect data with JotForm. With JotForm Enterprise, companies with...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-enterprise/EnterpriseFri, 21 Sep 2018 11:51:37 +0000<![CDATA[ No one expects to become a statistic. But the sobering statistic is everywhere: 90% of startups fail. Almost every entrepreneur launches their business with a potent mix of hope and exhilaration. They have big dreams. They see freedom and maybe a magazine cover or two. According to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mistakes-that-dont-kill-startups/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mistakes-that-dont-kill-startups/AdviceFri, 21 Sep 2018 10:07:36 +0000<![CDATA[ I like socks. They are soft. They are practical. And their playful designs give my startup attire a much-needed lift of color. Put simply, I have never regretted time spent searching for the perfect pair of socks. Unfortunately, I can’t say the same for the hours I spent reading self...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-reading-elon-musk/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-reading-elon-musk/BackstageWed, 19 Sep 2018 10:37:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Schools need the support of the community to provide the best environment for student achievement. In 2017, Lacy Wood and Emily Bauman, with the Nellie Mae Education Foundation, published a study of several school districts that implemented family and community outreach programs. Through their r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-schools-can-use-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-schools-can-use-data/IndustriesWed, 19 Sep 2018 07:34:10 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re looking to collect payments for larger transaction amounts, Automated Clearing House (ACH) makes more sense than credit cards. ACH draws money directly from and to bank accounts. It’s secure, fast, and incredibly popular. That’s why we’re thrilled to offer Stripe ACH as a payment colle...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-integration-use-stripe-ach-for-direct-bank-payments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-integration-use-stripe-ach-for-direct-bank-payments/IndustriesMon, 17 Sep 2018 23:24:55 +0000<![CDATA[ The best business ideas usually come from a personal need. Take Peter Rahal, the CEO and co-founder of RXBar, which he started in his parents’ basement with his best friend, Jared Smith. An avid gym-goer, Rahal wanted a protein bar that didn’t taste like chalk or contain mysterious ingredient...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/scratch-own-itch/https://www.jotform.com/blog/scratch-own-itch/BackstageMon, 17 Sep 2018 20:21:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Being a designer isn’t limited to working in the arts – anytime we create with intention, we’re designing. Design isn’t usually the first thing people think about when it comes to running a successful business. But it actually plays a large part in organizational activities, such as crafting tea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/katie-dill-interview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/katie-dill-interview/BackstageFri, 14 Sep 2018 17:38:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Reading is trending. The internet’s taken something uncool and given it a makeover. Reading is the new kale: worth stomaching because it’s Good For Us. So good, in fact, that we should do as much of it as we can. More is more! Everyone should be reading one book a week no, wait, one book ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-100-book-myth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-100-book-myth/BackstageThu, 13 Sep 2018 18:51:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Teachers and parents have to work together to create and maintain a healthy, productive learning environment for students. Good communication skills are a crucial part of creating an environment where everyone can thrive. But sometimes creating that communication bond is easier said than done be...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-tips-for-healthy-parent-teacher-communication/https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-tips-for-healthy-parent-teacher-communication/IndustriesWed, 12 Sep 2018 00:32:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Since the late 1980s, scientists have been tracking a whale across the Pacific Ocean. It sings at a sonic frequency higher than any other species of whale: at 52 Hertz, just above the lowest note on a tuba. The whale calls out; no one answers. It’s been nicknamed the loneliest animal in th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/loneliness-vs-solitude/https://www.jotform.com/blog/loneliness-vs-solitude/BackstageTue, 11 Sep 2018 14:21:11 +0000<![CDATA[ “Did you hear what the Byzantine princess brought with her to Venice?” his female companion says. “It’s a pronged-contraption that allows her to eat without touching her food.” “Ah, yes,” says the astronomer. “I believe it’s called ‘the fork,’ and the Church is quite upset about it.” “Really?...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cultivate-curiosity-in-workplace/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cultivate-curiosity-in-workplace/BackstageMon, 10 Sep 2018 15:54:30 +0000<![CDATA[ As an actor, LeeAnn Dowd would print out a headshot and a copy of her resume every time she attended an audition. There were times when she’d print 100 copies of each. Whenever something changed, 100 more. It didn’t seem like the most efficient way to spend time or resources, but that was the on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cal-shakes-user-spotlight/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cal-shakes-user-spotlight/Customer StoriesFri, 07 Sep 2018 14:51:10 +0000<![CDATA[ It was Arthur’s dream job. Yet, lately, it had been feeling more like a nightmare. It all began after a few weeks of working late nights, which turned into him missing his daughter’s ballet recitals. At first, he shrugged these long hours and constant absences from home off as simply part...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-a-productive-organization/https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-a-productive-organization/BackstageFri, 07 Sep 2018 08:01:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform PDF Editor can transform form submissions into customized PDFs, and provide robust security features like encryption and password protection. Comprehensive guides facilitate seamless conversions between PDFs and various formats including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Converting PDFs ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/convert-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/convert-pdf/GuidesThu, 06 Sep 2018 15:36:37 +0000<![CDATA[ PDFs have been around for more than 20 years and they're everywhere. Nearly every type of business uses PDFs to help with their documents. In fact, you probably fill out a PDF form several times a week, if not daily it may be, for instance, a quote from caterers for an office party, or an agreemen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/what-is-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/what-is-pdf/GuidesThu, 06 Sep 2018 12:22:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Productivity is in our DNA at JotForm. Our own product is a widely-used productivity tool for organizations to simplify their data collection and save time by reducing back-and-forth emails. I personally use JotForm for fielding case study requests, partnership inquiries, to survey colleagues inter...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-productivity-tools-used-by-the-jotform-marketing-team/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-productivity-tools-used-by-the-jotform-marketing-team/BackstageWed, 05 Sep 2018 16:03:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Enron was booming. It was widely considered one of (if not the) most innovative companies in the world and at the time of its ruling, not a single person saw its rocket-like trajectory ending anytime within the near future. The 90’s darling was beloved by all and especially its green-eyed sha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/disease-of-more/https://www.jotform.com/blog/disease-of-more/BackstageWed, 05 Sep 2018 05:46:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Before Amazon bought Zappos.com for $1.2 billion, the online shoe retailer was already known for two things: exceptional customer service and a vibrant company culture. As CEO Tony Hsieh once said, “Zappos is a customer service company that just happens to sell shoes.” Zappos empowers its cal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/attract-talent-build-culture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/attract-talent-build-culture/BackstageMon, 03 Sep 2018 15:32:00 +0000<![CDATA[ There are several software tools available that make editing a PDF a straightforward process. If you’re using your computer or want to edit PDFs with cloud-based software, there are also a few different methods to do so. JotForm's PDF Editor is also one of the best options you can use for that purp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/edit-pdf/https://www.jotform.com/edit-pdf/GuidesWed, 29 Aug 2018 12:02:20 +0000<![CDATA[ In 2017, a survey of nearly 5,000 American teachers confirmed what many already intuitively understood: Teachers are overworked, incredibly stressed and responsible for an ever-increasing number of tasks that they have no input on. That last point is important. Schools systems around the country...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collecting-student-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collecting-student-data/IndustriesWed, 29 Aug 2018 11:21:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Bill Gates said it best: “I’ll always hire a lazy person to do a hard job. Because a lazy person will find an easy way to do it.” You hear a lot about how tirelessly software founders work. Most major companies retell stories of how in the early days their founder stayed up all night to build pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-worrying-about-being-lazy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-worrying-about-being-lazy/BackstageWed, 29 Aug 2018 08:29:06 +0000<![CDATA[ “No one stays at a job longer than a year.” “Millennials want a raise, a promotion, and a trophy three months after they’re hired.” “People used to value loyalty. Everyone spent 30 years with the same firm.” I’m sure you’ve heard these tired workplace myths. While the d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-employee-retention/https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-employee-retention/BackstageTue, 28 Aug 2018 17:07:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Confession: I love email. It’s not exactly a popular opinion these days. As Don Norman said in a 2015 Fast Company story, “email is the office memo turned cancerous, extended to home and everyday life.” Google “I hate email” and you get everything from cartoons to blog posts to active Redd...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-can-boost-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-can-boost-productivity/BackstageMon, 27 Aug 2018 11:08:16 +0000<![CDATA[ “Aytekin! This is why you need to write shopping lists… “ My wife is giving me a (good-humored) telling off. Absorbed in my thoughts, I’ve managed to forget half the ingredients for the meal I’m cooking our friends tonight. I’ve always erred on the forgetful side. But according to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-learning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/agile-learning/BackstageThu, 23 Aug 2018 17:38:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Four blind men came upon an elephant in the forest. They had never experienced this massive creature before. Slowly, they each reached out and touched a different part of the elephant. “It’s like a snake,” one man said as he felt the long, supple trunk. “No, it’s a column,” pronounced anot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/systems-thinking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/systems-thinking/BackstageWed, 22 Aug 2018 08:39:35 +0000<![CDATA[ The do good feel good phenomenon is similar to the domino effect. Person A does something good for Person B. Person B gets a ‘happiness high’ and wants to spread their positive feelings, so they do something good for Person C. Queue the chain reaction. When happy dominos start falling, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-responsibility-tips-for-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-responsibility-tips-for-business/BackstageMon, 20 Aug 2018 18:14:04 +0000<![CDATA[ There is a horror story out there. Man is feeling overwhelmed, begins compiling a to-do list. Three bullets turn into ten ten bullets turn into twenty. Moments later, he finds himself in hand-to-hand combat with a to-do list so long and so vast it resembles the spiraling tentacles of a gi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/to-do-list-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/to-do-list-alternative/BackstageMon, 20 Aug 2018 09:03:39 +0000<![CDATA[ The average person thinks 70,000 thoughts per day. Our mind can feel like our best friend or our worst enemy. It’s our friend when it has a task to fulfill. This sense of purpose streamlines our thinking, making it lucid and focused. It’s our enemy when it’s left unattended. Like a puppy,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/guide-to-overthinking/https://www.jotform.com/blog/guide-to-overthinking/BackstageThu, 16 Aug 2018 12:39:51 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s the age-old struggle for educators: “How do I reach my students?” And for every generation of students, there have been different answers. It is no different for today’s teachers. They are locked in a constant battle with themselves and their students as to how to maximize their teaching ti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/designing-paperless-classroom/https://www.jotform.com/blog/designing-paperless-classroom/BackstageWed, 15 Aug 2018 11:40:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Your customers need an easy way to pay you. That’s why we’ve made a point to seamlessly connect the world’s top payment processors directly into your forms. Today we’re welcoming a major addition to our suite of payment partners. Skrill is a world leader at enabling businesses to accept internat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-integration-accept-skrill-payments-through-your-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-integration-accept-skrill-payments-through-your-forms/IndustriesMon, 13 Aug 2018 20:25:42 +0000<![CDATA[ The rules of an Olympic relay race are simple. Each team has four athletes who run as fast as they can (for a set distance) before passing a baton to the next runner. The fastest team wins. The baton handoff, though, is not always simple. Imagine passing an 11-inch tube to your teammate wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-smarter-not-harder/https://www.jotform.com/blog/work-smarter-not-harder/BackstageMon, 13 Aug 2018 16:37:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Contrary to common belief, not all startups begin in a Silicon Valley garage with an “aha” moment. Take FullStory for example. Scott Voigt co-founded FullStory in Atlanta, GA and he also serves as the company’s CEO. FullStory is a tool that records and reproduces user experiences online so or...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/interview-with-fullstory-founder/https://www.jotform.com/blog/interview-with-fullstory-founder/BackstageMon, 13 Aug 2018 14:59:28 +0000<![CDATA[ In the tattoo world, Sara Fabel isn’t just a name, she’s a brand. Clients come from all over the world to get inked by her, including UN diplomats, surgeons, and NASA scientists. On the day I visited, she was getting ready to tattoo a client who’d flown in from Montreal just to see her – no big dea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-a-world-renowned-tattoo-artist-manages-her-business-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-a-world-renowned-tattoo-artist-manages-her-business-with-jotform/Customer StoriesThu, 09 Aug 2018 20:46:09 +0000<![CDATA[ The human race is out-doing itself. We’re faster, smarter, stronger, more emotionally-intelligent and artistically-gifted than ever before. Take a look at any profession in the world today. From music to maths to track running, the previously-impossible is being achieved every day. Wher...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/become-an-expert/https://www.jotform.com/blog/become-an-expert/BackstageThu, 09 Aug 2018 09:17:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Armed with M&M’s and a bag of extra buttered popcornthe theatre lights dimmed. I reached into my purse to check Instagram Stories one last time before the movie began. Immediate regret. Three of my friends were in Napa. They were all dressed to the nines and drinking Zinfandel at a fan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embrace-jomo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embrace-jomo/BackstageTue, 07 Aug 2018 18:43:00 +0000<![CDATA[ “Things which matter most must never be at the mercy of things which matter least.” - Goethe In his 2013 book, The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results, author Gary Keller reminds us that everyone has 24 hours in a day. So, why do some people earn more, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/do-one-thing-at-a-time/https://www.jotform.com/blog/do-one-thing-at-a-time/BackstageMon, 06 Aug 2018 13:44:53 +0000<![CDATA[ “How about this one?” I glanced at the dark green shirt my wife was holding up. Not my favorite. In fact, I couldn’t remember the last time I’d worn it. We’re a small family, and we pride ourselves on living ecologically. Even so, our apartment felt like it was bursting at the seams, which...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/deliberate-elimination/https://www.jotform.com/blog/deliberate-elimination/BackstageThu, 02 Aug 2018 11:20:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Teachers have always been great at data collection and analytics. This was true long before they had the tech tools to facilitate those activities. Instead, they relied on gradebooks, roll calls and well-honed intuition to get a feel for how their students were doing. Today, of course, the te...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-analytics-101-how-teachers-propel-learning-with-the-right-data/https://www.jotform.com/blog/classroom-analytics-101-how-teachers-propel-learning-with-the-right-data/IndustriesWed, 01 Aug 2018 13:12:50 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s the first page in a familiar story. A college kid comes up with a clever idea and starts building it in his spare hours. He goes all-in to focus on building the product and works 80-hour weeks, keeping his eyes firmly on the prize. Soon, he’s creating pitch decks and dazzling VCs. The valuatio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-i-chose-customer-funded-growth-over-taking-vc-money/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-i-chose-customer-funded-growth-over-taking-vc-money/BackstageTue, 31 Jul 2018 13:36:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Researchers have recently found that our bodies and brains interpret negative feedback as an actual psychological threat with both behavioral and physical consequences. Because of this, Paul Green and colleagues at Harvard Business School believe negative feedback on its own rarely leads to i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-give-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-give-feedback/BackstageTue, 31 Jul 2018 10:09:10 +0000<![CDATA[ “Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better.” Samuel Beckett’s famous words have a nice ring to them. And for a long time, they’ve permeated the wider circles of entrepreneurship as a kind of Silicon Valley mantra. Failure is necessary. Failure is humbling. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/everything-learned-about-failure/https://www.jotform.com/blog/everything-learned-about-failure/BackstageMon, 30 Jul 2018 12:34:47 +0000<![CDATA[ You’re *sitting* at your desk working away, deep in flow, when you notice out of the corner of your eye someone staring at you. Ignoring it at first, you continue to type away at your computer, but as the feeling of staring daggers grows stronger, it gets harder and harder to resist the urge of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/standing-desks-vs-sitting/https://www.jotform.com/blog/standing-desks-vs-sitting/AdviceThu, 26 Jul 2018 14:39:47 +0000<![CDATA[ What makes for a good wine? We’ve been asking this very question since wild grapes were first fermented in the Areni-1 cave in Vayots Dzor, Armenia. (That was 6000 years ago). You might believe the best wines sit on the highest shelfs, with the highest price tags. But a wine’s quality h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-storytelling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-storytelling/BackstageTue, 24 Jul 2018 07:18:28 +0000<![CDATA[ When I was a kid, I worked in my cousin’s gift store. I was so bored during those long, hot summers that I didn’t even ask him to pay me. But one day I had a brilliant idea. I would go into the hills, pick figs from local gardens, and sell them to tourists. I shared this plan with my cousi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/risk-taker-entrepreneur-myth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/risk-taker-entrepreneur-myth/AdviceMon, 23 Jul 2018 14:16:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Quietly but not surprisingly, Paysafe has become a top 5 non-bank payment processor in the U.S, enabling businesses of all sizes to accept credit card payments. It’s possible you’ve paid for items at a store and they swiped your card through a Paysafe issued card reader, but they also securely proc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-integration-accept-online-payments-with-paysafe-and-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-integration-accept-online-payments-with-paysafe-and-jotform/IndustriesFri, 20 Jul 2018 20:37:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Monday morning, 11 a.m. “The IT’S-IT ice cream sandwiches have arrived!” I sang walking into the office with a big bag of vanilla, cappuccino, and mint flavored treats for the team to share. Excitement rang throughout the office as we congregated in the kitchencheersing our ice creams and cha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/eat-lunch-with-your-team/https://www.jotform.com/blog/eat-lunch-with-your-team/BackstageFri, 20 Jul 2018 18:47:58 +0000<![CDATA[ I can’t walk downtown without passing a hole in the wall that’s being converted into a yoga studio. Every time I visit the app store on my phone, yet another new meditation app is vying for a featured spot. Everywhere you look, the world seems to be telling you how important it is to de-stres...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/welcome-stress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/welcome-stress/BackstageFri, 20 Jul 2018 11:32:05 +0000<![CDATA[ The first time I ever hired a photographer was for my senior pictures in high school. My parents wanted a nice looking photo before I went off to collegesomething less embarrassing than my stockpile of selfies that I’d shamelessly offered up. I remember the experience very vividly. Finding a rep...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/photographer-data-collection-tools/https://www.jotform.com/photography/photographer-data-collection-tools/IndustriesThu, 19 Jul 2018 17:12:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Think for just a second about the typical entrepreneur. Where are they working? Do they have a corner office on the 25th floor of a building downtown? Maybe a co-working space or an open-office plan? Do they own a storefront or restaurant? How about the living room? Yup. The majority of US-ba...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/home-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/home-business/AdviceWed, 18 Jul 2018 12:17:42 +0000<![CDATA[ After graduating with a degree in Computer Science, I moved to New York City to pursue my first job as a Junior Developer at a small software firm. When my first day rolled around, I was bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, eager to show my new colleagues what I could do. I spent all day coding up t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-feedback-from-boss/https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-feedback-from-boss/BackstageWed, 18 Jul 2018 06:13:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Pepsi CEO Indra Nooyi gets four hours.Fashion designer Tom Ford logs just three.Angela Ahrendts, Apple’s VP of Retail, says she gets a headache after six. Sleep is a huge topic in startup circles. Lately, the when, how, and how much is constantly debated and dissected. And while leaders li...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sleep-complete-guide/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sleep-complete-guide/BackstageMon, 16 Jul 2018 11:36:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Back in the 80’s, there was an iconic commercial created by The Partnership for Drug-Free America called This Is Your Brain on Drugs. It was a short video featuring a guy that looked like the stereotypical American dad sporting a very disappointed look on his face. With an expression of sheer...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/caffeine-alcohol-on-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/caffeine-alcohol-on-productivity/BackstageThu, 12 Jul 2018 10:17:23 +0000<![CDATA[ If lead nurturing is contacting a lead with information over and over again, then lead enrichment is the background that gives you detail and insight into that lead, which lets you engage with them with more accuracy and effectiveness. It is the process of making sure your data is complete, accurat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-enrichment/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-enrichment/AdviceWed, 11 Jul 2018 14:07:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Data security will always be a top priority at JotForm. We take our users’ privacy and security very seriously, and we’re always working towards staying ahead of the curve to ensure the highest level of protection. Today, we are delighted to announce Privacy Shield. EU-US Privacy Shield, togethe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-privacy-shield/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-privacy-shield/ProductTue, 10 Jul 2018 19:12:40 +0000<![CDATA[ It was one month before the 1992 Summer Olympics. The U.S. had assembled the most epic men’s basketball squad in the country’s history, appropriately dubbed “The Dream Team.” The roster included superstars like Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing, and Kar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-productivity-and-motivation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/employee-productivity-and-motivation/BackstageTue, 10 Jul 2018 15:30:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you: “Strongly Agree Agree Somewhat Agree Neutral Somewhat Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree?” Ugh. The Likert scale. If you’ve ever filled out a form (or had to collect data) using one of these, you’ll know exactly what I mean. My Master’s Thesis relied on a Like...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/boring-form-filling-fun/https://www.jotform.com/blog/boring-form-filling-fun/AdviceMon, 09 Jul 2018 12:04:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Growing a Chinese Bamboo Tree requires sunlight, water, fertile soil and nourishment. It’s not unlike most plants in that regard. However, it’s a great deal different in that it also requires something more patience. When the bamboo farmer sets the seeds in the Earth and cares for the plant,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/instant-gratification-vs-long-term-payoff/https://www.jotform.com/blog/instant-gratification-vs-long-term-payoff/BackstageThu, 05 Jul 2018 14:16:36 +0000<![CDATA[ It keeps you up for 24hrs straight completing a passion project without checking the clock. Come Monday morning (when you need to nail down that boring PowerPoint), it’s floated into the stratosphere… Motivation. It’s a powerful beast. Often, a sustained blast of it is all we need to kicks...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/motivation-positive-negative-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/motivation-positive-negative-feedback/BackstageTue, 03 Jul 2018 14:39:46 +0000<![CDATA[ “Entrepreneurs are willing to work 80 hours a week to avoid working 40 hours a week.” Maybe you’ve already seen this quote from serial entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Lori Greiner. If not, I bet you’ve heard a version of it. Startup founders are infamous for busy-bragging. Sometimes i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-that-80-hour-hustle/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stop-that-80-hour-hustle/BackstageMon, 02 Jul 2018 14:20:16 +0000<![CDATA[ “There is virtue in work and there is virtue in rest. Use both and overlook neither.”Alan Cohen In our workaholic, FOMO (fear of missing out) obsessed culture, the act of “recharging” is usually an afterthoughtif that. I don’t know about you, but I always feel the need to be “on.” With work t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recharging-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recharging-productivity/BackstageFri, 29 Jun 2018 13:25:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Dr. Karyn Koven has been around education her entire adult life, either as a university student, high school teacher, counselor, or administrator. And it’s this experience that allowed her discover how underserved many students are when it comes to learning foreign languages. Seldom do students wal...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/languagebird-user-spotlight/https://www.jotform.com/blog/languagebird-user-spotlight/Customer StoriesThu, 28 Jun 2018 18:13:39 +0000<![CDATA[ I’m not highly motivated. I don’t have amazing willpower or self-control. I don’t get up at 6 am to read, meditate, drink a green smoothie, and run 10K. That’s because I don’t believe in motivation. Instead, I’ve built systems and habits that remove my internal drive from the equation. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/success-without-motivation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/success-without-motivation/BackstageThu, 28 Jun 2018 13:32:50 +0000<![CDATA[ You have mastered SEO. Visitors are pouring in to visit your website. You have developed a great landing page that is actionable for them. You have figured out how to get targeted people to hit that landing page. You have collected their email addresses to market to them. What is lead nurturing ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-lead-nurturing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-lead-nurturing/AdviceWed, 27 Jun 2018 12:28:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Drive Google Sheets PayPal Dropbox MailChimp WebHooks Keap You may know that JotForm offers 100+ integrations so you can connect your online forms and data with your favorite apps and online tools. But why should you use integrations? Connecting JotForm to other apps allows yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-popular-integrations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-popular-integrations/ProductTue, 26 Jun 2018 18:33:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Am I about to get fired? You try and push the thought to the back of your mind as you walk into your bosses office, close the door and sit down. She is smiling but you can tell something is slightly off. As the two of you make small talk, the anticipation of what she’s about to say causes you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/handle-negative-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/handle-negative-feedback/BackstageTue, 26 Jun 2018 13:03:21 +0000<![CDATA[ All politics is local. And guess what? So is all marketing local and personal. Where we once had three major networks (blog writer shows age), we now have thousands of channels, not to mention online content. News aggregation sites have long-since forced institutions like the Amazon-owned Washingt...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/personalized-content/https://www.jotform.com/blog/personalized-content/BackstageFri, 22 Jun 2018 14:34:02 +0000<![CDATA[ The best-selling productivity author David Allen called it Getting Things Done. Malcolm Gladwell, researcher and writer about the wonderful weirdness of human psychology, coined the “10,000 hour rule.” But perhaps neither method for maintaining momentum has been adopted as fiercely as an off-...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-break-the-chain/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-break-the-chain/BackstageThu, 21 Jun 2018 14:24:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Social media can be an exemplary method for lead generation. The various platforms can be an excellent way to establish yourself as an authority or the go-to for information in your field, and even more so when paired with your blog, website, newsletter and other lead generation tools. In every ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-for-lead-generation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/social-media-for-lead-generation/AdviceThu, 21 Jun 2018 11:25:54 +0000<![CDATA[ According to research by Dr. Brinkman and Kirschner in Dealing with People You Can’t Stand, there are challenging personality types that make our lives harder: The Tank: Confrontational and angry. The Sniper: Makes you look foolish. The Grenade: Explodes into fury out of nowhere. The K...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dealing-with-difficult-people/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dealing-with-difficult-people/BackstageTue, 19 Jun 2018 13:18:29 +0000<![CDATA[ And why your company can still succeed because of it “This is never going to be right.” As the words came out of my mouth, I regretted them almost instantly. My vehement tone was biting, and the silent room around me verified it. The JotForm team had been working on a project f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/decision-making/https://www.jotform.com/blog/decision-making/BackstageWed, 13 Jun 2018 18:09:21 +0000<![CDATA[ SEO is not a lead generation destination. Rather, it is a map given to potential customers that guide them to your site. Just like Google Maps, it must be routinely updated and maintained in order to bring in a steady stream of leads. Also just like Google Maps, it needs proper labeling (keywords) ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/seo-for-lead-generation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/seo-for-lead-generation/AdviceWed, 13 Jun 2018 12:59:42 +0000<![CDATA[ It can be pretty jealousy-inducing to think of what it’s like to work in the travel industry. We think of travel agents jetting off to remote islands in the Pacific, and untouched wildlife wonders reachable only by helicopter or privately chartered boat. We envision travel pros orchestrating extrav...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/travel-agency-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/travel-agency-forms/Customer StoriesTue, 12 Jun 2018 15:04:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Sofort is one of the most recognizable, trusted payment methods in many parts of Europe. Owned by parent company Klarna, Sofort lets users make direct payments using their bank account details in several currencies, including the Euro, Swiss Franc, British Pound, Swedish Krona, Czech Koruna, Hungar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sofort-payment-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sofort-payment-integration/IndustriesTue, 12 Jun 2018 14:06:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Common sense tells us that happy, collaborative teams are productive teams. Research backs it up, too. But when leaders or managers utter the words “team-building,” most people want to run for the nearest exit. Visions of cheesy bonding exercises and trust-building games can induce a collecti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-with-team-building-exercises/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-with-team-building-exercises/BackstageTue, 12 Jun 2018 13:09:49 +0000<![CDATA[ We have 3.5 million users. That’s 3.5 million people who have opinions about JotForm. People who can give us invaluable feedback on what features to build, updates to push, and pages to redesign. But only if we know how to listen to them. This is easier said than done. As Ralph G. Nich...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/active-listening/https://www.jotform.com/blog/active-listening/BackstageMon, 11 Jun 2018 12:29:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Paul Graham, the founding partner of Y Combinator, said that what can be measured, improves. That principle should be applied to your lead generation efforts. Even if your lead generation is going well, and you are seeing revenue being generated from it, you should still be measuring the process...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-measure-your-lead-generation-efforts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-measure-your-lead-generation-efforts/AdviceFri, 08 Jun 2018 13:19:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Nestled in the heart of Los Angeles, the International Documentary Association (IDA) is a nonprofit with a mission to build and serve the needs of a thriving documentary culture. It’s a mission that resonates. In a city famous for its high-budget film production there lies an organization serving t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/documentary-filmmaking/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/documentary-filmmaking/Customer StoriesThu, 07 Jun 2018 13:21:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Integrating online forms into your daily workflow and across teams that you work with is the time-saving gift that keeps giving. You just have to create forms once, and they can automate your data collection tasks and processes going forward. Instead of emailing your co-workers, pinging them on Sla...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/save-time-increase-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/save-time-increase-productivity/ProductThu, 07 Jun 2018 12:50:10 +0000<![CDATA[ The old crocodile was floating at the river’s edge when a younger crocodile swam up next to him, “I’ve heard from many that you’re the fiercest hunter in all of the river bottoms. Please, teach me your ways.” Awoken from a nice long afternoon nap, the old crocodile glanced at the young c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-power-of-doing-nothing-at-all/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-power-of-doing-nothing-at-all/BackstageThu, 07 Jun 2018 12:02:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Experiments with canvas, a basic HTML5 element that is used to produce graphics of various kinds and scale on a web page, are gaining more and more popularity nowadays. It seems that web developers have pinned their faith in this technology, even despite the fact that it suffers from the lack of pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/particles-animation-codepen-97659/https://www.jotform.com/blog/particles-animation-codepen-97659/AdviceThu, 07 Jun 2018 06:30:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Running a successful nonprofit isn’t easy. With constrained time and resources, nonprofits need all of the extra help that they can get, especially from volunteers. Volunteer support is incredibly important because it lessens the load of admin work, helps programs run smoothly, builds a tight...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/5-tips-for-nonprofit-volunteer-management/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/5-tips-for-nonprofit-volunteer-management/Customer StoriesWed, 06 Jun 2018 15:04:08 +0000<![CDATA[ When your user base consists of millions of people from pretty much every country, there are many things to consider while conducting user tests. User behaviors and mindsets change drastically from city to city and country to country. This creates problems if you conduct user tests the old fashione...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-remote-user-test/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-remote-user-test/AdviceWed, 06 Jun 2018 11:07:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Remember all those personal portfolios that present an artist in a unique and eye-pleasing manner. Those that breathe with modernity and originality,instantly capture the attention and make you stay. Well, today we are going to replenish your toolkit with some excellent, fast and clean code snippet...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/15-code-snippets-for-timelines-91734/https://www.jotform.com/blog/15-code-snippets-for-timelines-91734/AdviceWed, 06 Jun 2018 06:30:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Why do I sit at the back seat of our car? I looked down, laughing. My eldest boy’s just turned three, entering the first throes of childhood chattiness. What I find especially interesting is that most of his conversation revolves around questioning. He is thirsty for knowledge, yes  a ne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-ask-questions-to-find-out-anything-from-anyone/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-ask-questions-to-find-out-anything-from-anyone/BackstageTue, 05 Jun 2018 13:41:33 +0000<![CDATA[ We put “geniuses” like Maya Angelou, Frida Kahlo and David Bowie on a pedestal because their acclaimed creations live on and they shared them in a highly public way. But, creativity doesn’t require a public body of work. It’s misleading to think that some people are creative and some are not. I...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-boost-your-creativity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-boost-your-creativity/BackstageMon, 04 Jun 2018 12:54:47 +0000<![CDATA[ 43% of employees are bored. Millennials are nearly twice as likely to be bored at work than baby boomers. Meanwhile, we’re busy trying to figure out which we hate more: stress or boredom. We have this idea that boredom is one of the worst things that can happen to us when it comes to our...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/emotion-to-grow-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/emotion-to-grow-jotform/BackstageThu, 31 May 2018 05:30:29 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the significant components of lead generation that we have not mentioned in specific is building credibility. When you build a relationship between the consumer and the business, it is only successful when there is trust. The business is placing trust that the visitor who is giving their ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/attract-more-email-marketing-leads/https://www.jotform.com/blog/attract-more-email-marketing-leads/AdviceWed, 30 May 2018 03:28:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Ryan Hoover’s entrepreneurial journey has been a lifelong endeavour of curiosity and experimentation. Through selling video game handbooks as a child to writing over 150 blog posts in one year to founding a hugely popular product-focused website, Ryan is a maker at his corefull of inspiration, inge...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ryan-hoover-product-hunt-life-entrepreneurship/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ryan-hoover-product-hunt-life-entrepreneurship/BackstageTue, 29 May 2018 06:48:09 +0000<![CDATA[ I re-read the comment on our support thread: “Over the years, it seems to me that JotForm has become slower and less responsive to user requested functionality improvements.” Ouch. It wasn’t the most uplifting thing I’d read that day. And I’ll admit, it stung for a moment. But I co...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/effective-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/effective-feedback/BackstageTue, 29 May 2018 05:33:02 +0000<![CDATA[ It was Friday at 4pm. Our product teams were presenting the results of a fun hack week. One group shared a QR code, so we installed their multiplayer quiz app and started to compete. The first quiz was called, “How well do you know JotForm?” Given that I founded the company 12 years ago,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/should-you-walk-out-of-that-bad-meeting-even-if-its-rude/https://www.jotform.com/blog/should-you-walk-out-of-that-bad-meeting-even-if-its-rude/BackstageMon, 28 May 2018 06:45:12 +0000<![CDATA[ When Jason Fried, the founder & CEO of Basecamp, stepped on stage to give his talk at the Lean Startup conference, he kicked things off by asking the crowd a very interesting question: “Who here can remember having 4 continuous hours to themselves at work anytime in the last 5 years?” Th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-and-smartphone/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-and-smartphone/BackstageThu, 24 May 2018 06:43:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform Marketo Callingly HubSpot Zapier Asana Keap Pardot (by Salesforce) Campaign Monitor SharpSpring Pipedrive MyEmma Adobe Marketing Cloud Socialdraft When you're just starting out, manually handling your lead generation is all your startup business...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/essential-software-generating-leads/https://www.jotform.com/blog/essential-software-generating-leads/AdviceWed, 23 May 2018 03:47:08 +0000<![CDATA[ “The secret to success in any human endeavor is total concentration.”  Kurt Vonnegut We can’t shoot lasers out of our eyes. We can’t run faster than the speed of light. We can’t transform into giant green versions of ourselves and smash things we don’t like. But, we do have a valuabl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-life-superpower/https://www.jotform.com/blog/real-life-superpower/BackstageMon, 21 May 2018 08:34:19 +0000<![CDATA[ You asked and we delivered – JotForm has launched a new feature that allows you to set a password for PDF attachments in submission emails. Many organizations, such as real estate agencies, law firms, and educational institutes, collect sensitive information from customers and clients. This incl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/password-protected-pdfs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/password-protected-pdfs/ProductFri, 18 May 2018 09:21:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Remember the last time you walked into a clothing store and it was dead silent? Neither can I. That’s because retailers long ago figured out that music motivates customers to make purchases. It inspires creativity and focus, while making a room somehow feel less empty. Music motivates. Silenc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/boost-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/boost-productivity/AdviceFri, 18 May 2018 02:19:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Summer camps, whether day camps or sleepaway camps, need a data collection system that can streamline all of their information flows all from one portal. Summer camp directors, staff, and personnel need an easy to use, efficient online forms tool with collaboration functionality, security, and a hi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-manage-summer-camps-better/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-manage-summer-camps-better/IndustriesThu, 17 May 2018 13:51:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating a website that has not been optimized for lead generation is like erecting a billboard facing the woods: utterly useless for bringing in potential customers. As we discussed in previous chapters, an optimized site uses a call to action (CTA) to guide a visitor to a landing page, where t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/optimizing-your-site-for-lead-generation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/optimizing-your-site-for-lead-generation/AdviceWed, 16 May 2018 13:00:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Located in quaint downtown Santa Rosa, Museums of Sonoma County is a historical staple that serves the entire Bay Area community. Since 1985, this museum has embraced its local culture and been the home base for modern and historical art collections. Museums of Sonoma County serves 20,000 indivi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-museum-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-museum-case-study/Customer StoriesMon, 14 May 2018 14:06:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Some mornings are difficult. Some days I feel sick or depressed. Some nights, the baby keeps me up. When the alarm goes off, I’m so tired I can barely put my shoes on the right feet. But every weekday morning, I lace up my sneakers and head to the gym. My wonderful trainer is waiting. An...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/12-years-of-entrepreneurship/https://www.jotform.com/blog/12-years-of-entrepreneurship/BackstageMon, 14 May 2018 06:43:30 +0000<![CDATA[ If you do business in Canada, you’ve either collected money or paid someone through Moneris, the leading Canadian payment processor. That’s why we’re pleased to announce you can now use JotForm’s new integration with Moneris to collect payments directly through your forms! Every business needs t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/moneris-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/moneris-integration/IndustriesThu, 10 May 2018 13:15:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Most photographers know the basics to good product photos – using a tripod, setting your camera to the widest aperture, using a white background, creating an out-of-focus background, and more. But what about those really unique product photographs? You know the ones. They simply don’t look like a n...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/10-beginner-tips-for-unique-product-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/10-beginner-tips-for-unique-product-photography/IndustriesThu, 10 May 2018 07:00:16 +0000<![CDATA[ If you want to be successful, many experts and life-hackers say you should: Wake up at 6 amTake a cold showerExerciseMeditateJournal and brainstormReview and set goalsRead news and industry sitesConsume inspiring contentEat a protein-rich breakfast Whew. That’s a lot to accomplish before 8 am...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-with-waking-up/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-with-waking-up/BackstageWed, 09 May 2018 05:51:36 +0000<![CDATA[ You've attracted your target audience, and visitors are hitting your website nonstop, but you have yet to convert them from "visitors" to "leads." You've learned what a lead is, and now you're ready to develop a plan to draw those leads in - you need a lead generation strategy. Your advertising dol...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-generation-strategy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-generation-strategy/AdviceWed, 09 May 2018 03:27:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Great news! We’ve joined forces with, Make(formerly Integromat), a next-level data automation tool that allows you to connect your forms to apps, so you can get more done in less time. Why Make (Formerly Integromat) Will Benefit Your Organization Getting your workflow just right isn’t the ea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/integromat-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/integromat-integration/ProductTue, 08 May 2018 13:31:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Our webinar, JotForm for Healthcare Providers, includes an overview of JotForm’s features that help with HIPAA compliance, two live healthcare form demos, Q&A session, and more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9OsLUE4d2DI Introduction To HIPAA-Friendly Forms [00:00:01] Leeyen: Wel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/webinar/hipaa-webinar-for-healthcare-providers/https://www.jotform.com/hipaa/webinar/hipaa-webinar-for-healthcare-providers/Latest ArticlesThu, 03 May 2018 11:29:00 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve heard it a thousand times. Goals should be SMART: Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time bound. But no matter how smart your goals are  ranking your success by your ability to achieve results in a certain time frame is a slippery slope.Which sounds like a healthier opt...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/take-your-eyes-off-the-prize/https://www.jotform.com/blog/take-your-eyes-off-the-prize/BackstageThu, 03 May 2018 07:09:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Isn’t it crazy to think that just ten years ago, we were talking about the new revolutionary iPhone and how it was going to change our lives forever? Fast-forward to 2018, and Apple’s never-ending stream of iPhone updates are old news. The real hot topic is AI aka, how computers are starting...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-interface/https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-interface/ProductWed, 02 May 2018 07:57:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you are trying to start your own business or attempting to grow an existing one, your research has doubtless inundated you with industry jargon. Certain sales and marketing terms are everywhere, but no one ever seems to be able to fully explain what they mean. One hackneyed phrase you may h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-funnel/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lead-funnel/AdviceWed, 02 May 2018 06:26:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you work in a hospital, clinic, nursing home, community health center, or other facilities that handle healthcare, you have business systems and processes that need to be efficiently streamlined to handle all of the information and paperwork that needs to be collected and organized on a dai...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-online-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-online-forms/IndustriesTue, 01 May 2018 13:39:45 +0000<![CDATA[ “A picture is worth a thousand words.” That is the motto of a photojournalist. It is their objective to produce direct, truthful and bold images that tell the stories for those who have no voice. According to Mark M. Hancock, a professional photojournalist, “is a visual reporter of facts. The pu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/powerful-photos-that-each-tells-a-story/https://www.jotform.com/photography/powerful-photos-that-each-tells-a-story/AdviceTue, 01 May 2018 08:30:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you looking for a data collection tool that’s easy-to-use, fully customizable, and HIPAA-friendly? Then you’ve come to the right place. Keeping your patient information private and secure while increasing workflow efficiency is important to us. That’s why we’ve started the conversation aroun...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-providers-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/healthcare-providers-webinar/IndustriesFri, 27 Apr 2018 13:42:35 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s one task that I’ve been known to avoid: going to the dentist. And it seems I’m not alone. In a 2015 UK study, visiting the dentist was #6 on a list of the top 10 most common activities that people procrastinate. It makes perfect sense to me. Even a routine cleaning is uncomfortable...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/beat-procrastination/https://www.jotform.com/blog/beat-procrastination/BackstageFri, 27 Apr 2018 07:39:25 +0000<![CDATA[ First of all, what’s a preprocessor? In a nutshell, a preprocessor is a computer program that modifies data to conform with the input requirements of another program. For CSS, a preprocessor is a scripting language that extends the capabilities of regular CSS with variables, nested rules, functi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropping-less-for-scss/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dropping-less-for-scss/AdviceFri, 27 Apr 2018 06:49:13 +0000<![CDATA[ In the early days of a growing my start-up, I was working on every task that I could get my hands on, constantly adding points to my to-do list. When I started to slowly hire more people, the list didn’t shorten. Eventually, I was working on so many things, that, really, none of my tasks were...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/optimizing-your-life-wont-help-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/optimizing-your-life-wont-help-productivity/BackstageThu, 26 Apr 2018 06:58:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Peek in my closet and you’ll see a row of identical Lacoste polo shirts in every color of the rainbow. Every morning, I grab a shirt, a pair of jeans, and I’m ready to go. I barely have to open my eyes. It seems my “life uniform” also puts me in good company. Mark Zuckerberg, Microsoft’s Scott G...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-decision-making-mini-guide/https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-decision-making-mini-guide/BackstageTue, 24 Apr 2018 06:35:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Sales and marketing teams all over the world use JotForm for their lead gen forms. Embed them directly onto your website, and they blend right in. Some teams prefer the full customization of our Classic style of forms, while others like the intuitiveness of Cards. Either way, JotForm serves as a po...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/callingly-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/callingly-integration/ProductThu, 19 Apr 2018 15:51:04 +0000<![CDATA[ The truth behind distraction and what can we do about it “Everything is designed to make us hooked and stay a little longer, or worse, distracted a little bit more.” We don’t always have what it takes to shut the noises in the background.It is easy to think that being distracted is just the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-cant-we-focus-anymore/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-cant-we-focus-anymore/BackstageThu, 19 Apr 2018 06:23:11 +0000<![CDATA[ My story is a success story of a kind the kind that involves redefining success. For me, that makes it worth telling. Let’s start from (almost) the beginning. I’m in my early twenties. I’ve already completed a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture and have just embarked on a Master’s in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/alternative-success-story/https://www.jotform.com/blog/alternative-success-story/BackstageWed, 18 Apr 2018 03:32:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Success requires first expending ten units of effort to produce one unit of results. Your momentum will then produce ten units of results with each unit of effort.  Charles J. Givens Momentum: that unstoppable feeling when motion just takes care of itself. Having momentum feels good. Th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/leveraging-momentum/https://www.jotform.com/blog/leveraging-momentum/BackstageMon, 16 Apr 2018 05:00:55 +0000<![CDATA[ PayU makes collecting money possible for businesses in 17 different countries around the world, spanning Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. And now JotForm users in those markets will be able to collect payments through their forms with our new PayU integr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/payu-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/payu-integration/IndustriesMon, 16 Apr 2018 01:20:19 +0000<![CDATA[ The race to get the world’s first plane in the sky was a hard fought battle between The Wright Brothers and a lesser-known gentleman by the name of Samuel Pierpont Langley. You will discover why you’ve never heard of the latter here shortly. As you probably read somewhere inside that history ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-shouldnt-share-your-goals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-shouldnt-share-your-goals/BackstageMon, 16 Apr 2018 00:00:34 +0000<![CDATA[ The gym is definitely not my happy place. Even the treadmill feels like a depressing metaphor: no matter how fast I run, I never feel like I’m getting anywhere. So, every morning at 8 am sharp, I meet with a personal trainer. Hiring someone to help me work out is a privilege, but I enjoy t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/six-daily-habits-to-help-product-building/https://www.jotform.com/blog/six-daily-habits-to-help-product-building/BackstageThu, 12 Apr 2018 06:35:58 +0000<![CDATA[ At Jotform, privacy and security are mission critical because both are vital to you and your organization. That’s why we’ve taken the steps to enable HIPAA compliance. HIPAA compliance is important for data collection because it keeps personal information protected and secure. It also increases ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hippa-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hippa-compliant/IndustriesTue, 10 Apr 2018 07:52:09 +0000<![CDATA[ A mini guide to setting better goals Do you know someone who’s training for marathon? I sure do. A growing number of friends and colleagues seem eager to cross “run 26.2 consecutive miles” off their bucket lists. If you’re chasing that goal, you have my best wishes. But I also you want to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/setting-big-goals/https://www.jotform.com/blog/setting-big-goals/BackstageMon, 09 Apr 2018 02:51:41 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm is pretty much a paperless office. As you may expect, we use our own product to streamline many of our workflows and data collection. But sometimes we are taken by surprise when we run into external entities that use paperwork, they may request us to print out a document, sign it with a pen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/help-your-office-go-green/https://www.jotform.com/blog/help-your-office-go-green/ProductFri, 06 Apr 2018 13:43:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Exciting goals. I’ve set quite a few of them in my time. Learn Spanish. Start blogging. Run that marathon. I’m strong on good intentions. I love the bubble of enthusiasm that comes with carving out a new goal-post. I’m never short on motivation, either: the kind that generates 100 carat de...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/motivation-is-a-myth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/motivation-is-a-myth/BackstageThu, 05 Apr 2018 06:29:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Every time I share my story of building JotForm to 3.5M users with no outside investment, I hear one particular phrase often: “I’m happy you didn’t sell your soul to investors.” The phrase “selling your soul” comes off a bit strong.I know people don’t mean to compare investors to dementors;...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/entrepreneurial-journey-guide/https://www.jotform.com/blog/entrepreneurial-journey-guide/BackstageWed, 04 Apr 2018 02:30:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Dr. Cynthia Brattesani knew she wanted to be a dentist at an early age. As she grew up, she became fascinated with smiles, and how much they impact a person’s confidence and health. For the past few decades, she’s helped countless patients in San Francisco with her cosmetic-focused practice. Dr....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dr-brattesani-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dr-brattesani-case-study/IndustriesTue, 03 Apr 2018 13:15:01 +0000<![CDATA[ I don’t know how old you are; but, as someone who was born in the late 80s, I remember the rise and fall of Firefox well. Firefox emerged as an open source competitor to Internet Explorer 6. It was awesome because it had options: for instance, users could add features with various extensions a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-use-firefox/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-use-firefox/ProductFri, 30 Mar 2018 06:51:41 +0000<![CDATA[ I’m going to tell you something about productivity that most top-ranking Medium authors and famous startup gurus won’t. It isn’t a hack that you’ll read in the latest Lifehacker headline or see among the top #lifehacks Tweets. Instead, it’s a technique that, when integrated into your company ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/getting-more-done-with-less-work/https://www.jotform.com/blog/getting-more-done-with-less-work/BackstageThu, 29 Mar 2018 02:50:45 +0000<![CDATA[ This is the moment you’ve dreamed about. Your product is finished. Beta testers are happy and it’s ready for release. All those eager users you imagined aren’t showing up. Now what? When I launched JotForm in 2006, the internet was admittedly a different place. There was more elbow room. It w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-early-stage-traction/https://www.jotform.com/blog/startup-early-stage-traction/BackstageMon, 26 Mar 2018 06:36:28 +0000<![CDATA[ HA! That’s THREE times as much funding as their competitors now!”, he shouts gleefully, eyes scanning Crunchbase as if it’s a celebrity gossip forum. We’re hanging out on a Saturday with the kids, and I’m trying to steer the conversation away from business.  But my old friend can’t help ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/building-my-startup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/building-my-startup/BackstageThu, 22 Mar 2018 03:34:42 +0000<![CDATA[ There are many reasons why you may want to set an expiration date on a form, so that new respondents are prevented from submitting the form past the point when you’d like to stop receiving new responses. With Jotform, you can design forms that expire on a specific date or after a certain number of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/setting-form-expiration-dates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/setting-form-expiration-dates/ProductWed, 21 Mar 2018 14:27:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you know anyone who loves filling out online forms? Thought so. Me neither. Can you remember an occasion when filling out a form left you feeling like kicking something? A time you became so exasperated that you just gave up? Let’s face it: even at the best of times, filling out online ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/doubled-payment-form-conversion-rates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/doubled-payment-form-conversion-rates/BackstageTue, 20 Mar 2018 08:04:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Back in 2005, I had a predictable routine. I’d get up early, leave my apartment in Brooklyn Heights and tote my laptop to the local Starbucks. After a few hours of work, I’d stroll across the Brooklyn Bridge to the West Village and settle in at another coffee shop. By mid-afternoon, I wa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bootstrapping-will-make-you-a-better-entrepreneur/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bootstrapping-will-make-you-a-better-entrepreneur/BackstageMon, 19 Mar 2018 07:23:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Our Brazilian users now have a way to collect credit card payments directly through their JotForm forms with our new PagSeguro integration. PagSeguro is a leader in Brazilian commerce, allowing millions of merchants to accept credit and debit card payments. You can now power your product order ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pagseguro-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pagseguro-integration/IndustriesFri, 16 Mar 2018 01:05:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Let’s say you’ve handed out event invitations and you’d like invitees to have an easier way to access your RSVP form from their mobile phones. Maybe you’ve posted an advertisement at a bus stop and you’d like for people interested in your company to have a quick way of filling out your contact form...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-generator-for-online-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/qr-code-generator-for-online-forms/ProductTue, 13 Mar 2018 13:56:34 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s no escaping it. Psychology in design is everywhere. It’s why Facebook notifications are redthe color of urgencyto demand our attention. It’s why glossy magazines like Vogue have extra-wide spacing in the typography of their logo. Those teensy gaps signal exclusivity to o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ux-hacking-usability/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ux-hacking-usability/AdviceMon, 12 Mar 2018 14:00:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Is the browser as we know it today a phase-out model? Can we use the web without it? The answer to the second question is a clear yes. Will headless browsers kill web design? Headless Browser: UI Without UI Headless browsers have been around for about ten years now. They are applications base...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/headless-browsers-kill-web-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/headless-browsers-kill-web-design/AdviceMon, 12 Mar 2018 11:00:20 +0000<![CDATA[ It was a Thursday afternoon in May. Our team had just cycled across the Golden Gate Bridge. We started at Fisherman’s Wharf, then cruised through Presidio National Park and across to Vista Point. Still catching my breath, I got off my bike and gaped at San Francisco and East Bay in the dista...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-a-team-you-love/https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-a-team-you-love/BackstageMon, 12 Mar 2018 03:14:22 +0000<![CDATA[ At JotForm, our users matter to us. A lot. After all, we have 3.2 million of them. They create forms and receive responses through us every day. We want to make our users’ experience with us as easy and enjoyable as possible. How do we do this? By listening to them and learning from them when...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/326-day-product-releases/https://www.jotform.com/blog/326-day-product-releases/BackstageFri, 09 Mar 2018 06:13:16 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm Cards, launched Feb. 6, is a brand new format option for online forms. It comes with a collection of powerful new features to make your forms friendly and even easier to fill out, resulting in 36% higher conversions. Watch our 30-minute webinar video that provides an overview of JotForm ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/watch-jotform-cards-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/watch-jotform-cards-webinar/ProductWed, 07 Mar 2018 19:39:53 +0000<![CDATA[ How to make problems your solution “You’re missing the point.” This was not the first dinner with a hopeful startup founder seeking my advice that would come to a point like this. Nor the last. I knew I would have to explain it another way. This time avoiding the phrase ‘passion is irrelev...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-waste-your-time-with-passion/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-waste-your-time-with-passion/BackstageWed, 07 Mar 2018 09:05:25 +0000<![CDATA[ 50% of small businesses fail by the fifth year. 23% of the time, it’s simply because they didn’t elect the right team. And, historically, co-founder disputes are a leading cause in the burning down of startups in early stages. It’s devastating to think that a failed company could have had a c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-need-a-co-founder-to-start-a-business/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dont-need-a-co-founder-to-start-a-business/BackstageMon, 05 Mar 2018 08:43:28 +0000<![CDATA[ At its core, Cali Party Bus transports passengers to desired locations, and then back to where they started. But that doesn’t really tell the whole story. With bus interiors that include nightclub-worthy speaker systems, flashing laser lights, flat screen TVs, dancing poles, and fog machines, the f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cali-party-bus-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cali-party-bus-case-study/Customer StoriesThu, 01 Mar 2018 17:44:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Automated customer service hell. Going through endless loops and ending up in voice-jail, eventually forced to hang up. Being told “your call is very important to us” and that we’re only number 58 in the queue. Emailing a problem receiving a ticket number never hearing back. Bei...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-customer-support-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-customer-support-software/BackstageWed, 28 Feb 2018 08:41:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Humans are wired to love a good before-and-after story. We crave transformation, whether it’s fixing up an old house or turning a clever idea into a thriving business. But pushing for that “after” state can lead us to overlook all the fun of getting started. Sure, the early days of buildin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/foundation-for-a-successful-startup/https://www.jotform.com/blog/foundation-for-a-successful-startup/BackstageMon, 26 Feb 2018 08:42:03 +0000<![CDATA[ And how to build a superstar customer support team no matter the size of your business Out of every 10,000 companies that claim they offer ‘a superior customer experience’, only 100 or so are actually delivering it. That’s one out of 100. Ouch. And it’s estimated that in the US alone, ove...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-service-is-the-new-marketing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-service-is-the-new-marketing/BackstageThu, 22 Feb 2018 08:50:48 +0000<![CDATA[ “The way the failures die is they run out of money.” It’s probably no surprise that these words were spoken by Paul Graham during an interview. What is even more interesting is what Graham says next: “If a place has really good food, it can be in an obscure location, charge a lot, and have...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bringing-sanity-back-to-startups/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bringing-sanity-back-to-startups/BackstageMon, 19 Feb 2018 08:44:49 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: You can check JotForm Cards Webinar here. JotForm Cards is a revolutionary type of online form that’s changing the way information is collected. Want to learn more about it? Register for our webinar on Wednesday, February 28. It'll be held from 11-11:30am PST. https://www.youtub...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-cards-webinar/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-cards-webinar/ProductFri, 16 Feb 2018 14:01:26 +0000<![CDATA[ In offices around the world, a lot of time is sunk into unproductive, ineffective, and unrewarding tasks that can be easily automated with online forms. It’s an all too common occurrence - an entire morning can be sucked down a black hole of responding to emails, going back and forth, without actua...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-forms-to-increase-productivity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-forms-to-increase-productivity/ProductThu, 15 Feb 2018 20:59:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Surefire ways to kill your startup before it, well, starts 52 games over the course of six years That’s how long it took before the creators of Angry Birds launched their successful game from the verge of bankruptcy in 2009. Turned down 25 times That’s how many tries it took Tim Ferriss...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-startups-are-dying/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-startups-are-dying/BackstageThu, 15 Feb 2018 08:40:33 +0000<![CDATA[ You may have heard, but we recently announced JotForm Cards, a new style of online form that improves your customer’s experience while filling it out. JotForm Cards differ from traditional forms by asking questions one at a time, which significantly improves respondent focus and makes it 100% mobil...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-different-ways-to-use-jotform-cards/https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-different-ways-to-use-jotform-cards/ProductWed, 14 Feb 2018 16:58:59 +0000<![CDATA[ How hack weeks can encourage innovation and creativity The “tortured genius” is a creative cliché. Books, films and pop culture tell us that innovation only comes from wrestling, alone, with a big idea or problem. The startup version of this narrative involves a product genius who spends w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sprint-without-losing-your-sanity/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sprint-without-losing-your-sanity/BackstageMon, 12 Feb 2018 08:31:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Last February, we launched a new product version. We had spent nearly all of 2016 revamping a core feature and we were excited about what we’d built. But shortly after the release, our design director found a discussion thread on Designer News. The top commenter quoted the first two lines ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-focusing-on-the-customer-not-the-competition-brought-us-over-1-million-new-signups-in-a-year/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-focusing-on-the-customer-not-the-competition-brought-us-over-1-million-new-signups-in-a-year/BackstageWed, 07 Feb 2018 07:04:18 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s official! Our new, revolutionary online form layout, JotForm Cards, has finally launched. We threw out everything we thought we knew about online form design when we built JotForm Cards. The new style asks form questions one at a time, with humanlike interactions and a gorgeous interface. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-cards/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-cards/ProductTue, 06 Feb 2018 02:17:34 +0000<![CDATA[ A hybrid release strategy based on 10 years of trial and error It’s not easy to hear that your product is ugly. Or that it’s confusing and out of date. Sure, the internet has its share of “haters” and trolls who love to hurl dumb insults, but sometimes that negative feedback has merit. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-launching-under-pressure/https://www.jotform.com/blog/product-launching-under-pressure/BackstageTue, 30 Jan 2018 07:12:39 +0000<![CDATA[ An 8-step, start-to-finish guide for your next big release For the last year, we’ve been working on a new idea. It took our team 326 days to bring this new idea to life, but it took me 10 years to create a smart product development strategy to find the best way to dream big, work smart and g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/developing-products-for-32m-users/https://www.jotform.com/blog/developing-products-for-32m-users/BackstageTue, 23 Jan 2018 09:45:36 +0000<![CDATA[ “If you invest in growth before you have retention, you are renting users, not acquiring them.” Tarun Mitra The business-customer relationship is often compared to a real relationship, and it’s never more relevant than in the case of customer retention. Viewing customers as separate entiti...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/doing-more-for-others/https://www.jotform.com/blog/doing-more-for-others/BackstageThu, 18 Jan 2018 08:30:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Simple screenshots or flat graphics don’t sell well. Today, it takes flashier presentations. Your web design displayed on a current Apple product, your framed poster on the wall. Now, we barely have the time to make every project accordingly appealing. Here’s where turnkey mockups come into play, a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/2018-free-to-use-mockups/https://www.jotform.com/blog/2018-free-to-use-mockups/AdviceTue, 16 Jan 2018 06:30:40 +0000<![CDATA[ For 10 years after I launched JotForm, we tracked just two numbers: New signups Total active users I didn’t care about any other statistics and I definitely didn’t watch vanity metrics like weekly growth rates and website visits. Obviously, new signups are a good thing. Attracting mo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hiding-unsubscribe-button/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hiding-unsubscribe-button/BackstageMon, 15 Jan 2018 08:45:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Like almost everything else in graphic and web design, fonts are frequently exposed to trends. The number of fonts grows constantly – including Google Fonts – so finding something new is always easy. The following fonts and font combinations are the ones you should try in one of your next projects ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-fonts-use-2018/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-fonts-use-2018/AdviceMon, 15 Jan 2018 06:30:38 +0000<![CDATA[ More and more, it’s becoming critical for businesses to operate on a global scale. But operating globally means collecting payments globally. That’s where Paymentwall comes in, a leading global payments platform. A new JotForm integration with Paymentwall opens up your business to collect payments ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paymentwall-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paymentwall-integration/IndustriesThu, 11 Jan 2018 17:34:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Question: What do Craigslist and Albert Einstein have in common? Answer: Their big idea started as a side project. 1905. Albert Einstein worked six days a week full-time in an office, examining patent applications. He dedicated all his remaining hours to studying and experimenting with phys...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-a-startup-without-quitting-your-day-job/https://www.jotform.com/blog/build-a-startup-without-quitting-your-day-job/ProductThu, 11 Jan 2018 08:47:40 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that apps are a large part of today’s world. From making payments to ordering food to building forms - we use them for pretty much every aspect of our lives. Though apps were created to streamline our lives and make them easier, sometimes it feels like they have the opposite effec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zapier-top-100-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zapier-top-100-apps/ProductWed, 10 Jan 2018 12:45:49 +0000<![CDATA[ I shut down my computer and glanced at my desk calendar. It was January 23, 2011. My company, JotForm, was five years old. We had six employees, including some terrific designers and developers who spent their days improving and evolving the product. As the founder and CEO, you might thi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/hire-slowly-grow-slowly/https://www.jotform.com/blog/hire-slowly-grow-slowly/BackstageMon, 08 Jan 2018 08:50:34 +0000<![CDATA[ 97%. That’s how many customers say online reviews factor into their buying decisions. 90% read online reviews before visiting a business. 88% trust these reviews to help them decide on their purchase. And 84% trust online reviews just as much as a personal recommendation. Don’t ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/turn-haters-into-fans-and-fans-into-ambassadors/https://www.jotform.com/blog/turn-haters-into-fans-and-fans-into-ambassadors/BackstageThu, 04 Jan 2018 09:44:43 +0000<![CDATA[ On November 27th, I missed my flight to Bali. The island’s highest volcano, Mount Agung, appeared to be on the brink of an eruption. It wasn’t the lava or ashes in the sky that caused the trouble, though. First, my airline charged me the full fare to get on the next available flight. Whe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/measuring-customer-happiness/https://www.jotform.com/blog/measuring-customer-happiness/BackstageTue, 02 Jan 2018 08:44:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you know Mondrian? You’ll probably say no. But that’s unlikely. At least his art style will seem familiar. Take a look. The Name Giver: Piet Mondrian Piet Mondrian was a Dutch painter, and inventor of the neoplasticism, an art form that he assigned a near-religious status to. Mondrian was ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mondrianism-in-web-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mondrianism-in-web-design/AdviceWed, 27 Dec 2017 10:00:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Nearly two decades of entrepreneurship have taught me many lessons, including this one: All thoughts of startup growth or conversion rates slip away when you’re picking olives. View from the top of an olive tree on my family’s hometown in Turkey. Every year, I take at least a full week...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dominating-tech-news/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dominating-tech-news/BackstageTue, 26 Dec 2017 08:29:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Close your eyes for a moment and imagine {! YEAR !}. What do you envision for your business - organization, efficiency, uncomplicated workflows, bacon all day, every day? We want your {! YEAR !} to be a year for the books, that’s why we’ve put together a short list of 4 integrations that you absolu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/4-business-integrations-for-2018/https://www.jotform.com/blog/4-business-integrations-for-2018/ProductTue, 19 Dec 2017 14:54:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Follow your dreams and the money will follow Rise and grind Sleep is for losers. Work hard, play hard. Success requires stress Hustle until the haters ask if you’re hiring Motivational startup quotes are everywhere. They shout from Instagram feeds, coffee mugs and status updates. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/being-successful-by-not-following-your-dreams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/being-successful-by-not-following-your-dreams/BackstageMon, 18 Dec 2017 07:38:27 +0000<![CDATA[ He loves to talk about work. Well, he loves to complain about his boss. It’s almost 2018, yet he STILL thinks the only way to market our shampoo brand is by running expensive ads on TV. Relaxing with a cold beer, I have no issues spending the evening discussing our jobs. But I know that...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/talking-to-your-customers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/talking-to-your-customers/BackstageThu, 14 Dec 2017 08:42:04 +0000<![CDATA[ 9,810. That’s how many steps I’ve taken today. 190 steps below the recommended daily average to stay healthy, to be exact. This is only a fraction of the countless ways in which apps, devices, and platforms measure my performance on a daily basis. How well am I doing, in terms of fi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/growth-hackers-might-be-your-worst-enemy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/growth-hackers-might-be-your-worst-enemy/BackstageMon, 11 Dec 2017 08:39:23 +0000<![CDATA[ A new integration with payment processor BlueSnap allows you to smoothly collect recurring credit card payments directly through your favorite online form. BlueSnap’s award-winning subscription engine makes it a breeze to collect membership payments, customer orders, and donations directly through ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bluesnap-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bluesnap-integration/IndustriesThu, 07 Dec 2017 12:40:52 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s almost time to dance the night away with your co-workers! Behind the hoopla of clinking glasses, lively conversation, tempting trays of hors-d'oeuvres, bumping music, and themed decorations - is the hard work of the event planner. Event planners are responsible for pulling off a successful ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/holiday-party-invitation-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/holiday-party-invitation-form/ProductWed, 06 Dec 2017 14:03:55 +0000<![CDATA[ We have some great news! Asana, the app that helps teams work together, has joined forces with JotForm, becoming our newest integration. Why we chose to work with Asana Integrating with Asana sparked our interest after noticing a problem our users had: how do you take all this easily and aut...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/asana-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/asana-integration/ProductTue, 05 Dec 2017 13:41:34 +0000<![CDATA[ You don’t have to be a serious athlete to find the usefulness in kinesiology tape. Stefano Scalia, marketing director at California-based RockTape, says his company’s famous tape is used by everyone from Olympians to people who need better posture while working at a desk. In other words, if your bo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/rocktape-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/rocktape-case-study/ProductThu, 30 Nov 2017 15:17:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Americans made nearly $390 billion in charitable donations in 2016. Is that philanthropy equally distributed across the country, or are there pockets of more or less generous communities? At JotForm, we help our customers create and embed forms on their websites. Our convenient payment processin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/united-states-generosity-index/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/united-states-generosity-index/BackstageMon, 13 Nov 2017 14:36:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Not everyone wants to pay you using a credit card, so having another option for collecting money through your form isn’t such a bad idea. That’s why JotForm is excited to introduce our newest payment integration with eCheck.Net; which provides a secure, and simplified way to accept electronic check...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/echecknet-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/echecknet-integration/IndustriesThu, 09 Nov 2017 16:14:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Recently the apps of larger providers tend to make their loading times seem shorter by displaying a basic frame of the actual layout first; the so-called skeleton screen. Skeleton Screens, Spinner or the Void Skeleton screens are supposed to leave the impression of a fast loading time. This w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/uiux-faster-page-load-times-with-skeleton-screens/https://www.jotform.com/blog/uiux-faster-page-load-times-with-skeleton-screens/AdviceMon, 06 Nov 2017 06:30:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Teams that work in different offices, whether across a city or across the globe, are better equipped to work effectively together with technology and a great toolset. JotForm is the preferred online forms tool for distributed teams due to its unmatched collaboration functionality, so co-workers acr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-builder-for-distributed-teams/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-builder-for-distributed-teams/ProductThu, 26 Oct 2017 14:12:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Nonprofit management is full of day-to-day multitasking and wearing many hats. From needing effective fundraising donation forms, to registration and logistics-planning forms for event planning, and volunteer application forms to fill shifts - nonprofits need to collect a great deal of information ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-management/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-management/IndustriesTue, 24 Oct 2017 13:49:29 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s not modern if it doesn’t move. Of course, this also applies to your website’s background. Bubbly Backgrounds are at your service. JavaScript for Bubbles Bubbly Backgrounds is a very small JavaScript written by a Norwegian developer called David who goes by the name of Tipsy on Github. Wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bubbly-backgrounds-moving-backgrounds-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bubbly-backgrounds-moving-backgrounds-website/AdviceThu, 19 Oct 2017 10:00:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Halloween is creeping towards us - do you need a spooktastic online form? Perhaps you’re an event promoter selling tickets to a Halloween party, an HR professional registering employees to a themed office happy hour, a restaurant selling seats to a Halloween-themed tasting event, or a teacher givin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-spooky-halloween-themes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-spooky-halloween-themes/ProductMon, 16 Oct 2017 14:26:44 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the hottest payment processing companies, CardConnect, is now available as a new JotForm credit card payment integration to users in the United States and Canada. Turn any form into a money maker that processes event tickets, customer orders, donations, and application fees. JotForm is th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cardconnect-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cardconnect-integration/IndustriesThu, 05 Oct 2017 14:20:48 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm’s all about making life easier for teams, whether it’s your company’s sales department, a team of designers, or maybe an entire company. If you have a group that works together, it needs software that facilitates collaboration. 1) JotForm’s New Trello Integration You’ve probably notic...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/strengthen-teamwork/https://www.jotform.com/blog/strengthen-teamwork/ProductThu, 28 Sep 2017 18:49:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform is proud to announce we’re Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) Service Provider Level I certified - the highest level of security possible for a business that collects payments from, and integrates with, credit cards. In fact, Jotform has been PCI DSS compliant at the hig...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pci-dss-service-provider-level-i-compliant/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pci-dss-service-provider-level-i-compliant/ProductThu, 21 Sep 2017 14:54:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Your favorite form builder just hit a major milestone, and we couldn’t have done it without you! We owe an enormous thank you to all of our wonderful users, from the bottom of our hearts. How long have you been using JotForm? Are you surprised by any of the facts in our infographic? Let us k...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/3-million-users/https://www.jotform.com/blog/3-million-users/ProductMon, 18 Sep 2017 12:58:27 +0000<![CDATA[ A well-run event needs an efficient way to track attendees and collect ticket payments online. As an event planner, event manager, or event marketer - you’re going to want a convenient and intuitive system to keep all your ducks in a row, and make event registration a breeze. Here’s why you should ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-registration-management/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-registration-management/ProductTue, 12 Sep 2017 18:20:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Why get paid once when you can get paid on a recurring basis? Recurring payments are a sticking point for so many organizations, so we’re pleased to announce a new integration with subscription payment billing software, Chargify. Chargify connects with dozens of payment gateways to allow your bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/chargify-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/chargify-integration/IndustriesThu, 07 Sep 2017 17:23:39 +0000<![CDATA[ If you use Trello for managing tasks, we have some good news: Jotform is now available as a Trello Power-Up! Trello is a favorite productivity and collaboration platform, loved by millions, which lets teams assign tasks and see them through until completion. You can now build forms easily and qu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/trello-power-up/https://www.jotform.com/blog/trello-power-up/ProductThu, 24 Aug 2017 14:56:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Mobile devices allow you to browse online no matter whether you’re at home on the couch or out comparison shopping in the store. While browsing might be more convenient on mobile, entering information can be a far bigger hassle. Typing with the touchscreen keyboard and battling autocorrect are s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-submission-rate-factors/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-submission-rate-factors/AdviceWed, 23 Aug 2017 14:30:34 +0000<![CDATA[ As of May 2024, the integration with First Data is no longer available. However, you can still collect payments with our 30+ other payment processors. Now you can power your online forms with First Data, one of the largest and most trusted payment companies in the world. Through First Data’s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/payeezy-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/payeezy-integration/IndustriesThu, 10 Aug 2017 11:22:58 +0000<![CDATA[ From elementary schools to universities, people across departments who work in education use JotForm for their online form needs. Online forms collect permission slips, applications from prospective students seeking admission, and students trying to secure spots in study abroad programs. Informatio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/back-to-school-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/back-to-school-features/IndustriesWed, 09 Aug 2017 17:11:35 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a fan of Shark Tank, you’ve probably seen Oru Kayak before. In the show’s fifth season, Oru Kayak’s three co-founders stood before the familiar panel of celebrity investors and unfolded their idea to the sharks. Oru Kayak is an amazingly simple, yet brilliant conception. Outdoor enthus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/oru-kayak-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/oru-kayak-case-study/ProductTue, 08 Aug 2017 13:38:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Being a teacher doesn’t have to mean having an endless tower of paper on your desk at all times. Did you know homework assignments, essays, quizzes, and permission slips can all be collected digitally? Never lose track of a student’s assignment again or lose valuable time rummaging through stacks o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/widgets-for-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/widgets-for-teachers/IndustriesMon, 07 Aug 2017 13:23:05 +0000<![CDATA[ You never forget your first sale. And for online shop owners, the rush of that digital 'cha-ching' can leave you craving more. More sales, more customers, more growth. Feed your cravingand build your bottom lineby pairing the power of JotForm with your Shopify storefront. Here are a few ideas for b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/boost-online-sales/https://www.jotform.com/blog/boost-online-sales/ProductWed, 02 Aug 2017 13:50:43 +0000<![CDATA[ In real life, walking away from a purchase mid-stream is uncommon. Online, it's a different story. It's all too easy to abandon a digital shopping cart or click away from a half-complete payment form. The freedom to abandon a purchase is a convenience for customers, but a frustration for merchan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversion-rate-influencers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/conversion-rate-influencers/ProductThu, 27 Jul 2017 14:38:25 +0000<![CDATA[ University of San Francisco employees joke that the school’s acronym, USF, stands for “U Stay Forever.” Allyn Nobles is living proof of that, having not only worked at the university over the past 16 years in two different departments, but also having attended the school as an undergraduate student...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/university-of-san-francisco-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/university-of-san-francisco-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 25 Jul 2017 16:48:46 +0000<![CDATA[ Eat Ballard is a volunteer initiative backed by local restaurants, bars, cafes and breweries. It consists of a popular website and Facebook page which promise to make you a better lover… of ‘Food, Fun, and Community’ in Ballard, a historic Seattle waterfront neighborhood just north of downtown with...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/eat-ballard-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/eat-ballard-case-study/Customer StoriesThu, 20 Jul 2017 18:35:01 +0000<![CDATA[ The importance of form organization cannot be overstated: better designed forms get better completion rates. So how do you design a better form? Here are a few tips -- group form fields together if they’re in a similar category, break up longer forms so that it still feels bite-sized, and generally...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/3-widgets-to-increase-completion-rates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/3-widgets-to-increase-completion-rates/ProductFri, 14 Jul 2017 20:03:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Important notice: As of June 2020, the integration with WePay is no longer available. However, you can still collect payments with our 30+ other payment processors. At JotForm, we’re always on the search for new integrations to help your forms do more. So what better way to put your forms to wor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wepay-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wepay-integration/IndustriesTue, 11 Jul 2017 14:58:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Microsoft Power Automate (formerly known as Microsoft Flow) provides a premier service for business automation by connecting you to the services you love and use everyday. Jotform is now available on Microsoft Power Automate, making your forms more powerful than ever. Using highly customizabl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-flow-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-flow-integration/ProductMon, 10 Jul 2017 02:48:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Color gradients spice up the occasionally boring flat design. Thus, it’s always useful to have a couple of options at hand. Of course, you can also come up with color mix after color mix on your own, but the following two tools will free you of this creative process, leaving you with more capaci...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/color-gradients-with-css/https://www.jotform.com/blog/color-gradients-with-css/AdviceMon, 03 Jul 2017 09:39:25 +0000<![CDATA[ John Costanzo never planned on being a meat farmer. The honest truth is he just wanted to eat and raise better food. But in pursuit of that, he’s improved food choices for scores of others. Located in the heart of California’s wine country, Napa Grass Farmers is on a quest to change the meat ind...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/organic-farm-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/organic-farm-case-study/Customer StoriesThu, 29 Jun 2017 14:00:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Zoey is an eCommerce platform that has changed the way businesses create online stores. Its famously clean interface lets you drag and drop every piece of your website, and before you know it, you’re selling goods and services on your very own, professional-looking website. No coding necessary. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoey-jotform-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoey-jotform-app/ProductTue, 27 Jun 2017 13:57:58 +0000<![CDATA[ A “product manager” isn’t a role that fits neatly into a box with predetermined spheres and responsibilities, and the role often leans towards the developer side or the product marketing side. Product management also means different things at a company with one product (most startups and a large ch...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-11-must-have-tools-for-product-managers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-11-must-have-tools-for-product-managers/AdviceMon, 26 Jun 2017 13:58:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As of May 2024, the integration with Worldpay US is no longer available. However, you can still collect payments with our 30+ other payment processors. We’re excited to offer our newest integration with Worldpay US, which allows you to process payments through any online form. While Worldpay...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/worldpay-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/worldpay-integration/IndustriesThu, 15 Jun 2017 13:28:32 +0000<![CDATA[ With more than 100 integrations, dozens of advanced form field options (or “widgets”), and form functionality that spans across all industries and roles, it’s no surprise that most users don’t use JotForm to the fullest. While there may not be a need to use every single feature, we’ve pulled togeth...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-features/ProductTue, 13 Jun 2017 14:35:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Oakland-based Back to the Roots is on a mission to redo food as we know it, offering a line of ready-to-grow and ready-to-eat products found in grocery stores around the country. The company was founded in 2009 when UC Berkeley classmates, Nikhil Arora and Alejandro (Alex) Velez, learned from a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/back-to-the-roots-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/back-to-the-roots-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 06 Jun 2017 14:18:19 +0000<![CDATA[ As a marketer, juggling the management of strategic goals with your day-to-day tactical projects can be overwhelming. Even with an able team, sometimes there just isn’t enough time in the day. That’s where marketing automation comes in. You’ve probably heard of services like HubSpot and Pardot, but...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-automation-tool/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-automation-tool/ProductThu, 01 Jun 2017 15:02:25 +0000<![CDATA[ The creation of SVG graphics is pretty straightforward. If you know HTML, you’ll be able to handle the SVG syntax quickly. However, there are a couple of small, but relevant differences between HTML and SVG regarding the positioning of SVG shapes. These are placed entirely within an SVG drawing spa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-positioning-and-transforming-with-nested-svgs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-positioning-and-transforming-with-nested-svgs/AdviceMon, 29 May 2017 10:00:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you need to sell tickets online, but don’t want your attendees to be dinged by costly fees? Check out Jotform, the Eventbrite alternative that doesn’t charge any extra fees. Eventbrite charges $0.99 per ticket + credit card processing fees + 2.5%+ of the ticket cost, making tickets more expen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-jotform-for-ticket-selling/https://www.jotform.com/blog/use-jotform-for-ticket-selling/ProductTue, 16 May 2017 16:46:37 +0000<![CDATA[ PayJunction’s sophisticated payment processing and Smart Terminal remove a lot of payment-related stress for US-based businesses. And now a new integration with JotForm expands your options for getting paid online. If your business operates in the United States, this integration gives your custo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/payjunction-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/payjunction-integration/IndustriesThu, 11 May 2017 14:02:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Having an engaged, enthusiastic, contributing pool xof volunteers on roster can make an enormous impact for your organization. But what’s the easiest method to recruit great volunteers? Create a volunteer application form with JotForm to collect the information you need. It’s a fast and convenient ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-application-form/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/volunteer-application-form/IndustriesWed, 03 May 2017 18:47:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you need a new website but worry about the time and cost it takes to build a new one? There’s SITE123 for that, a website builder that fancies itself the easiest around -- and with good reason. SITE123’s interface is painless to navigate, and to make things even better, you can now drop your Jot...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/site123-jotform-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/site123-jotform-apps/ProductThu, 27 Apr 2017 13:44:51 +0000<![CDATA[ When Andrew Hewatt took the plunge into entrepreneurship, he wasn’t sure what to expect. For years, he’d worked in digital marketing for various organizations, but the allure of owning his own firm eventually took hold. So he founded Blossom Lab, a full-service marketing agency that helps busi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/blossom-lab-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/blossom-lab-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 25 Apr 2017 12:54:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Photoshop can be expanded in nearly every way imaginable. There are the large plugins, effectively supporting Photoshop as independent programs, actions that act out previously defined command sequences, and the panels, which offer functions in their own control panels. This turns an already powerf...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/photoshop-add-ons/https://www.jotform.com/blog/photoshop-add-ons/AdviceThu, 20 Apr 2017 10:00:56 +0000<![CDATA[ With JotForm’s new integration partnership with BluePay, United States and Canadian JotForm users now have a new way to process credit cards through their online forms. Processing application fees, event tickets, product orders, and donations is just a few setup clicks away. https://www.youtube...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bluepay-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bluepay-integration/IndustriesTue, 11 Apr 2017 13:34:39 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: As of January 2019, our integration with Wishbox has been discontinued. Feel free to check out our free, customizable feedback form templates! Powered by JotForm, Wishbox is a great way for your website visitors to easily provide visual feedback, such as bug reports and suggestions for n...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-the-easy-way-to-collect-feedback/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-the-easy-way-to-collect-feedback/ProductTue, 04 Apr 2017 19:35:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Lob Address Verification is an easy-to-use, trusted way to verify mailing addresses -- and now you can use it on your forms. JotForm’s new Lob widget allows your form respondents to check if they’re entering a correct address in your form’s address field. To minimize delivery delays or address veri...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lob-widget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lob-widget/ProductFri, 31 Mar 2017 17:29:34 +0000<![CDATA[ One important tool for every human, and especially for web workers, is the calendar. A majority of the daily organization is done on them – and not just on a single device such as the paper planner from the old days. It is important that appointments and tasks are correctly displayed, and kept u...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stay-organized-the-10-best-cross-platform-calendars/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stay-organized-the-10-best-cross-platform-calendars/AdviceFri, 24 Mar 2017 09:00:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Check out JotForm’s new Mac App, built for macOS. The app lets you have one less browser tab to worry about. This app allows you to get instant in-app notifications of new submissions. Key features include: Instant in-app notification of new submissions Export submission data to Excel for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mac-application/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mac-application/ProductFri, 10 Mar 2017 16:04:47 +0000<![CDATA[ With our new Eway partnership, Jotform users in Australia and New Zealand now have a seamless way to accept secure credit card payments through their online forms. So whether you’re looking to sell a product, event tickets, or collect donations, it can’t get much easier. Eway is jam-packed with ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/eway-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/eway-integration/IndustriesThu, 09 Mar 2017 13:53:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform 4.0 is packed with so many amazing new features, we know it might be difficult to pick one to start exploring. That's why we've put together these video tutorials for you. Each video highlights a feature we think you'll find very useful. Watch one or watch them all! Either way, these step-b...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-4-video-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-4-video-tutorials/ProductTue, 07 Mar 2017 14:49:29 +0000<![CDATA[ After days and months of hard work, you are finally ready to roll out your new product. You have polished the design, perfected the functionality and refined the user experience. It seems that your beloved application is ready to come into the world and take it by storm. Hang on, how about the pres...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/2016-revisited-free-photorealistic-mockups-and-renderings-for-eye-catching-presentations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/2016-revisited-free-photorealistic-mockups-and-renderings-for-eye-catching-presentations/AdviceMon, 27 Feb 2017 14:19:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Jaime Nacach’s family comes from a long line of entrepreneurs, and he definitely shares the self-starter bug. A few years back, when he found himself with an MBA and practical experience designing and growing websites, he knew he wanted to start his own business. So in 2014, he founded his company ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bloominari-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bloominari-case-study/Customer StoriesThu, 23 Feb 2017 13:11:22 +0000<![CDATA[ People seem to be fascinated by construction machines. Watching them is so much fun that people won’t mind getting dangerously close to them just to get a glimpse. You can greatly enhance our web page engagement rates in the same way that moving machines capture our attention. We, designe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-css-animations-like-a-pro/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-css-animations-like-a-pro/AdviceMon, 20 Feb 2017 13:24:00 +0000<![CDATA[ 1. Valentine’s Day Order Form This sweet Valentine’s Day form theme looks like a digital Valentine’s Day card - but it is actually an order form. Whether an online store is selling perfumes, soaps, or beautifully packaged boxes of candy, a JotForm payment form makes it easy to collect money onli...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/valentines-day-form-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/valentines-day-form-ideas/ProductTue, 14 Feb 2017 13:41:54 +0000<![CDATA[ By now, Unsplash can call itself one of the largest, and most vivid photo communities out there. In the beginning of 2017, it was announced that Unsplash was hived off to become its own company. Now, a significant feature update that will further boost the platform’s growth has been released. Un...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/unsplash-big-update-for-the-free-photo-platform-makes-it-even-better/https://www.jotform.com/blog/unsplash-big-update-for-the-free-photo-platform-makes-it-even-better/AdviceMon, 13 Feb 2017 10:00:06 +0000<![CDATA[ If your team is anything like ours, you rely on dozens of different apps to keep your company running smoothly. But copying and pasting information from one app to another can be a huge time waster, not to mention prone to human error. That's where Zapier swoops in to save the day. With Zapier you ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zapier-automations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zapier-automations/AdviceThu, 09 Feb 2017 13:37:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Welcome back to our series featuring the most exceptional free stuff. Today’s post is dedicated to free PSD website templates. The entire previous year designers around the Globe shared with the community freebies that were made with the mainstream in mind. Our collection is a reflection of web des...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/2016-best-free-psd-website-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/2016-best-free-psd-website-templates/AdviceThu, 09 Feb 2017 10:00:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Icon Fonts vs. SVG Icons used to be a very hot topic a while back. A lot has been said about it but not much about making it work in a high performance, continuous deployment setting. We went to the extreme ends of both sides while working on JotForm 4.0, a fairly complex web app. In this a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/our-icon-workflow/https://www.jotform.com/blog/our-icon-workflow/AdviceWed, 01 Feb 2017 12:59:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The big day has arrived. Meet JotForm 4.0 -- the first fully functional online form builder that works on any device, including smartphones, desktops, and tablets. Our newest form builder has been completely redesigned from the ground up with a mobile-first approach because we know you’re increa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-4/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-4/ProductWed, 01 Feb 2017 03:13:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Originally developed for Facebook, React is a JavaScript library that builds user interfaces for single-page applications by dividing UI into composable components. Since it requires only a minimal understanding of HTML and JavaScript, React has risen in popularity as a front-end web deve...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-reasons-why-you-should-use-react/https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-reasons-why-you-should-use-react/AdviceThu, 26 Jan 2017 13:52:00 +0000<![CDATA[ There are only a couple of days left until the official launch of JotForm 4.0. Check out the video we’ve put together for an early look at the newest form builder. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EVhiSTvE5A Mark your calendars for February 1 for the big reveal! ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-a-sneak-peek-at-jotform-40/https://www.jotform.com/blog/get-a-sneak-peek-at-jotform-40/ProductThu, 26 Jan 2017 13:15:31 +0000<![CDATA[ The following post is from our friends at TemplateMonster, providers of the biggest collection of website templates found anywhere on the internet. Multipurpose website themes are getting more and more popular every single day. The main advantage lies in their flexibility, which allows for effor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jumerix-joomla-template/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jumerix-joomla-template/ProductTue, 24 Jan 2017 13:17:29 +0000<![CDATA[ How do you debug problems on your product? One way would be to read your code line by line and try to find the problem. If you can catch bugs with your plain eyes, you are my hero. Know that the programmer gods have given you a big gift. For the rest of us lowly mortals, that is not an option. E...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-good-debugger/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-become-a-good-debugger/AdviceTue, 24 Jan 2017 07:33:22 +0000<![CDATA[ In this world full of data, every online business has to deal with infinite data in order to operate their business and stay competent. Therefore, you need to have a dashboard that is cleanly designed and well managed so that you can easily find your needed data at the time of necessity. A poorly d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-inspirational-dashboard-designs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-inspirational-dashboard-designs/AdviceThu, 19 Jan 2017 11:36:49 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm 4.0 is almost here and we can’t wait to show you. Are you ready? The big reveal takes place on February 1. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/exciting-news-to-share/https://www.jotform.com/blog/exciting-news-to-share/ProductWed, 18 Jan 2017 13:55:04 +0000<![CDATA[ HR professionals are responsible for the smooth transition of a new hire, both for the newly minted employee as well as for the company. Online forms are a human resource professional’s best friend for new hire onboarding and orientation. With forms, you can easily collect necessary information and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-forms-for-new-hire-onboarding/https://www.jotform.com/blog/online-forms-for-new-hire-onboarding/ProductThu, 05 Jan 2017 16:59:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Wow, 2017 arrived in a hurry! That’s OK because JotForm is ready to tackle the new year head-on to make form building better for everyone. While last year was a big one, we’re expecting to roll out more JotForm improvements than ever before this year. Check below to read about a few new items we’re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-in-2017/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-in-2017/ProductWed, 04 Jan 2017 14:12:54 +0000<![CDATA[ As a nonprofit organization, donations often contribute a large part to the resources that are needed to keep you up and running. Therefore, you should put in some meaningful time and thought into how you make a “Donate” button for your website. The goal of a great Donate button should be to captur...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/great-donation-button/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/great-donation-button/IndustriesTue, 20 Dec 2016 14:10:14 +0000<![CDATA[ 2016 is not over yet, but it’s been an exciting year so far. While our company has grown and evolved tremendously, what’s been the most exciting is seeing how our fantastic group of users have changed these last 12 months. We’ve enjoyed working with people from more industries than ever before, and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/2016-year-review/https://www.jotform.com/blog/2016-year-review/BackstageTue, 13 Dec 2016 06:14:05 +0000<![CDATA[ In a world of high standards and expectations of 1-minute response times, it can be tough to compete for customer satisfaction. Your company may not be able to sustainably slash prices to new lows to poach new users, or give away branded swag with a seemingly constant merry-go-round of promotions a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-customer-satisfaction/https://www.jotform.com/blog/increase-customer-satisfaction/IndustriesMon, 12 Dec 2016 14:20:28 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s a whole new world of possibilities for your online forms. Now that JotForm integrates with IFTTT, you can seamlessly connect your forms with hundreds of the web’s most popular applications. IFTTT is a free service that enables you to get more mileage out of the services you use and love....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ifttt-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ifttt-integration/ProductTue, 06 Dec 2016 12:39:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Joining a club is a great way for people of all ages and backgrounds to get involved in their community. It offers a built-in social network of like-minded individuals who get together for the same cause or reason, providing an enjoyable way for you to do what you love with others. Whether your ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/increasing-club-membership/https://www.jotform.com/blog/increasing-club-membership/AdviceThu, 01 Dec 2016 12:49:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Midtown Educational Foundation is standing proof of what a community of dedicated people can achieve when they rally behind a cause. For Midtown, a nonprofit organization, the goal is to help low-income Chicago youth get on pathways of success through enrichment and academic programming, which the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/midtown-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/midtown-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 29 Nov 2016 12:30:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Giving Tuesday is going strong in its fifth year, and will hopefully soon be as much of an institution as its surrounding seasonal shopping events, the flagship Black Friday and the online-based Cyber Monday. So what is #GivingTuesday? It is a social-media driven global day of giving that falls on ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/giving-tuesday-donation-forms/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/giving-tuesday-donation-forms/IndustriesThu, 17 Nov 2016 13:34:33 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s an easier, more professional way to create forms than by using MS Word -- and it doesn’t have to cost you a dime. JotForm’s been in the form business for over a decade, offering a drag-and-drop form builder that requires zero technical experience. And as many Microsoft Word users have found...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-word-forms-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/microsoft-word-forms-alternative/ProductThu, 17 Nov 2016 13:28:44 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re the kind of person who enjoys a limited social life and looking at a computer screen more than 14 hours a day, I’ve got just the idea for you: get a master’s degree in addition to your full time job! No more friends to worry about, no more stressing about things to keep you busy...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lessons-learned-earning-a-masters-degree-while-working-full-time/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lessons-learned-earning-a-masters-degree-while-working-full-time/AdviceThu, 17 Nov 2016 06:56:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Youth sports leagues are an amazing way for your children to stay active, learn team-building skills, and just have some plain ol’ fun. However, sometimes the difficulty lies in both getting more kids to sign up and getting their parents involved. If you’re running a youth sports league this season...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/youth-sports-leagues/https://www.jotform.com/blog/youth-sports-leagues/ProductThu, 10 Nov 2016 16:20:26 +0000<![CDATA[ The meal that we have been waiting all year for (or is that just me?) is almost on the table. Thanksgiving is a time for feeling thankful for friends and family, and filling up on too much turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes. It’s also a time where companies organize time off for employees, wrap ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/turkey-form-themes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/turkey-form-themes/ProductTue, 08 Nov 2016 16:06:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Donation season is officially here. And no matter what your nonprofit does, it helps when people open up their wallets to support your cause. But the challenge with donation season is that it’s donation season for every nonprofit, and there’s only so much money to go around. You’re competing wi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/widgets-to-boost-donations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/widgets-to-boost-donations/IndustriesThu, 03 Nov 2016 19:00:50 +0000<![CDATA[ When people upload files using your forms, we store these files on our secure servers. We give them URLS that are impossible to guess. An example would be something like this: It is virtually impossible for someone to guess the large random number in this URL. Additionally, we use SSL so it is a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/keeping-your-uploads-secure/https://www.jotform.com/blog/keeping-your-uploads-secure/ProductWed, 02 Nov 2016 08:45:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Small businesses have to be strategic about which software tools to employ. When resources are scarce, taking advantage of free software is the best decision. At other times, the best options may cost a bit of money, but you can also get a lot of mileage out of them with the right planning. Here...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-starter-kit/https://www.jotform.com/blog/small-business-starter-kit/AdviceTue, 01 Nov 2016 17:09:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you regularly read Entrepreneur for business advice? If you do, you might have noticed a certain online form building platform featured as one of the “Best Privately-Owned Companies in America” (Hint: it’s JotForm!). The honor is meant to capture the spirit and reality of entrepreneurship at ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-privately-owned-company/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-privately-owned-company/ProductThu, 27 Oct 2016 13:10:51 +0000<![CDATA[ As the organizational driving force behind a company, human resource professionals need to be fluent in online forms. They should become familiar with an online form building software like JotForm, and know how to whip up an online form on the fly and keep track of data. JotForm allows you to drag ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/6-hr-professional-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/6-hr-professional-forms/ProductTue, 25 Oct 2016 13:57:35 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve used WordPress to create a fantastic website that exactly meets your client’s needs, and paid attention to all desires and requests. However, there is a hazard: your customer does not want the website to go live before he has seen it. Other customers ought to see the progress on the site on ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/3-ways-to-present-your-clients-website-before-it-goes-live-99171/https://www.jotform.com/blog/3-ways-to-present-your-clients-website-before-it-goes-live-99171/AdviceFri, 21 Oct 2016 10:00:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Back in 1991, Adobe invented what the illustrious PDF form. The goal was to capture the look of any document and send a digital version of it to be viewed and printed out anywhere, by anyone. Fast forward to today, it’s a file format used around the world because it allows people to send documents ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-ins-and-outs-of-pdf-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-ins-and-outs-of-pdf-forms/AdviceThu, 20 Oct 2016 17:57:26 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s no question about the value that required form fields bring. They distinguish what information on your form you’d like to have versus what information you absolutely must have. In that sense, nothing prevents people from skipping necessary questions quite like it. However, like any good...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/required-fields/https://www.jotform.com/blog/required-fields/ProductTue, 18 Oct 2016 17:32:58 +0000<![CDATA[ It has already become a tradition that each September we cling to the screen and enjoy Apple’s annual fall keynote. The event where the Goliath of the IT industry presents its new, skillfully upgraded and re-imagined gadgets. This year was no exception. Everyone was eager to see the flagship device...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/iphone-7-and-ios-10-free-mockups-templates-98968/https://www.jotform.com/blog/iphone-7-and-ios-10-free-mockups-templates-98968/AdviceMon, 17 Oct 2016 10:00:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Uploading files to a form from any storage system is now easier with JotForm’s new Uploadcare widget. Uploadcare seamlessly enables uploading, editing, and image posting to websites. It pulls files from your desktop, Facebook or Instagram accounts, or popular cloud solutions like Box or Dropbox. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/uploadcare-widget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/uploadcare-widget/ProductThu, 13 Oct 2016 15:15:56 +0000<![CDATA[ For many community and civic organizations, there is a need to collect payments from members throughout each year. From membership fees to contributions for members-only events, payments need to be collected easily, with as little overhead as possible. Did you know that Eventbrite charges 2.5% o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-collection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-collection/IndustriesTue, 11 Oct 2016 17:03:51 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a business trying to market to parents, you’re mainly looking at Generation Y, or Millennials. This group of people has a unique set of interests and understanding them will help you better address them. Millennials grew up on technology so they’re used to getting results quickly and effi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-to-busy-parents/https://www.jotform.com/blog/marketing-to-busy-parents/ProductThu, 06 Oct 2016 17:32:28 +0000<![CDATA[ If you use Egnyte as part of your document cloud storage, you’ll be excited that you can now connect a Jotform form to your Egnyte account. With our new Egnyte integration, your customers can attach documents, such as an employment application or resume, from within your Jotform forms. If you wa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/egnyte-integrations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/egnyte-integrations/ProductTue, 04 Oct 2016 19:39:28 +0000<![CDATA[ WCET (CET) is Cincinnati’s PBS TV station, broadcasting educational videos across a region of more than 2 million people in Southwest Ohio -- think classics like Sesame Street, Curious George, and PBS NewsHour. About 60 people work for the station, which also runs the local broadcasting for Dayton ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cet-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cet-case-study/Customer StoriesThu, 29 Sep 2016 13:31:16 +0000<![CDATA[ At JotForm, we’re not only looking for ways to make form building easy, but also form submitting. Our library of widgets offers dozens of add-ons to make your form more professional, stylish, and easier to fill out for your visitors. Below are five popular widgets that will help improve your form’s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-widgets-to-improve-response-rates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-widgets-to-improve-response-rates/ProductTue, 27 Sep 2016 18:36:12 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re a business owner or work for a small business, then you already know just how important it is to never stop innovating. Whether that means adding new features to your product, expanding your product line, or keeping up with emerging trends, we all need to stay ahead of the curve so we don...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/generating-new-business-ideas/https://www.jotform.com/blog/generating-new-business-ideas/BackstageThu, 22 Sep 2016 13:37:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you use Square to collect payments for your business? JotForm now offers Square website integration so you can create powerful, easy-to-edit payment forms. Imagine you make and sell handmade baskets. You started out by selling your baskets at local farmers’ markets and craft shows, where y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/square-integration/IndustriesTue, 20 Sep 2016 13:28:27 +0000<![CDATA[ When optimizing your website’s speed while following the GooglePage Speed Insights guidelines, you’ll know this alert. Activate “Leverage Browser Caching” for the Google Analytics Script. Often, this alert is to be blamed when a website doesn’t reach the infamous 100 of 100 PageSpeed points. That’s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/leverage-browser-caching-98814/https://www.jotform.com/blog/leverage-browser-caching-98814/AdviceMon, 12 Sep 2016 10:22:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform has been continuously building our core product for over a decade. We took a simple idea, making it easy for anyone to make online forms, and never stopped building upon it. The result is that JotForm users can solve so many different problems, integrate with so many different products and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-new-at-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/what-is-new-at-jotform/ProductFri, 09 Sep 2016 19:25:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Getting the most out of advanced JavaScript APIs has come into fashion these days. Mind-blowing Chrome experiments driven by WebGL, personal portfolios of creative art directors that are marked by high-end abstract animations based on Three.js, or just hero sections that are set in&n...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-exceptional-three-js-experiments-98740/https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-exceptional-three-js-experiments-98740/AdviceFri, 09 Sep 2016 10:00:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Need a fast, easy way to collect legally-binding signatures through JotForm? Then check out our new Docusign widget, allowing you to add a Docusign signature field to any form. Docusign is a leading Document Transaction Management service, famous for helping you simplify electronic signatures an...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-widget/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/docusign-widget/ProductThu, 08 Sep 2016 17:50:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Surveys provide helpful information across industries, roles, and functions. Marketers use surveys to conduct research to see if there’s product/market fit for a potential business idea or product. Human resource professionals may survey the company to find out preferences for company retreat locat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tracking-survey-respondents/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tracking-survey-respondents/ProductThu, 01 Sep 2016 14:24:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Thank you for being one of our more than two million users! We’ve continued to focus on making JotForm the leading online form creator. As we’ve gotten requests from our users, we’ve developed new features and integrations to make JotForm an even better experience. As always, our goal is to continu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/starter-and-guest-plans/https://www.jotform.com/blog/starter-and-guest-plans/ProductThu, 01 Sep 2016 14:01:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Great staff members can be hard to come by, but what can be even more difficult is getting a steady stream of dedicated volunteers. Whether it’s for a specific event or a weekly schedule of helpers, volunteer recruitment is crucial. https://youtu.be/FfJLN7Adhdw Here are some volunteer recr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/increase-nonprofit-volunteer-turnout/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/increase-nonprofit-volunteer-turnout/AdviceWed, 31 Aug 2016 14:41:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Several text inputs with accompanying labels and a huge prominent CTA at the end to submit a form and send it to the recipient – usually, a contact form looks exactly like that. And it seems that there are no difficulties in generating one at home. Not so fast, however, there are some pitfalls. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-code-snippets-contact-forms-98615/https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-code-snippets-contact-forms-98615/AdviceWed, 31 Aug 2016 13:00:59 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re tired of searching for easy ways for your business, nonprofit, or school to get paid, look no further. You can turn any one of your JotForm forms into a powerful payment tool for event registration fees, the products you sell, member subscriptions, donations, or even borrowing money from ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-to-collect-payments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-to-collect-payments/IndustriesThu, 25 Aug 2016 14:47:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you want to add an "other" option to your online form? It comes in handy if your defined form field don't encompass all of the potential responses. Leaving an alternative option is great for keeping your data more clean and accurate, as respondents aren't forced to choose random answers. Find ou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adding-other-option-to-online-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adding-other-option-to-online-form/ProductTue, 23 Aug 2016 17:55:14 +0000<![CDATA[ The months of sweat and tears have passed and the stakeholders have finally signed off. Your new website design is about to go live – but how do you announce a new website launch? How do you get people to care about a new website? How do you get the most traffic and conversion you can out of a new ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-website-launch-announcement-98528/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-website-launch-announcement-98528/AdviceFri, 19 Aug 2016 10:00:08 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve heard your requests! You can now attach files to Autoresponder Emails simply by uploading it to the setup wizard. Whether you’re a teacher who wants to send supplemental information to your students or a business who wants to automatically send a whitepaper to new mailing list contacts, this ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/attach-files-to-autoresponder-emails/https://www.jotform.com/blog/attach-files-to-autoresponder-emails/ProductThu, 18 Aug 2016 16:00:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Those working with SVG graphics have multiple options to embed them into an HTML document. Aside from using it as a classic image file via the “<img>” element, SVG can also be implemented via “<object>” or “<iframe>”. The latter two have the advantage that they allow for the execu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-should-embed-svg-inline-98570/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-you-should-embed-svg-inline-98570/AdviceWed, 17 Aug 2016 10:10:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Event planning doesn’t have to be a headache. You can take a lot off your plate throughout the planning process with online forms, which can help you collect information from clients, schedule meetings and showings, register sponsors and guests, and more. By the time it’s the big day, you should be...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-planning/https://www.jotform.com/blog/event-planning/ProductTue, 16 Aug 2016 19:53:49 +0000<![CDATA[ In web development, there are many factors that can optimize work processes. It’s not just the final result that counts, but also the amount of time that is put into the development of a website or a reusable template. Good PSD grids are still indispensable when it comes to designing a website and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-free-bootstrap-psd-grids-98546/https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-free-bootstrap-psd-grids-98546/AdviceMon, 15 Aug 2016 15:00:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Many of our users have figured out how easy it is to collect leads with JotForm, and in turn make it a powerful marketing tool that anyone in your marketing and sales department can learn. The leads captured from your JotForm lead generation form will automatically and seamlessly populate into your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/insightly-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/insightly-integration/ProductThu, 11 Aug 2016 13:16:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Education professionals, from teachers to administrators, have a lot of organizational tasks that never end. Quizzes, surveys, permission slips, scholarships, registrations, progress reports and more - all of these tasks are made easier and more efficient with the help of online forms. Check out th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-free-education-form-themes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-free-education-form-themes/IndustriesTue, 09 Aug 2016 17:51:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you’re running a whole department, or just a classroom, technology can help you stay organized and productive. That’s why JotForm offers apps to help make educators' jobs easier, regardless of their role with the school. If you haven’t already, check out the apps we’ve listed below desig...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-to-improve-school-efficiency/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apps-to-improve-school-efficiency/IndustriesTue, 02 Aug 2016 12:52:50 +0000<![CDATA[ After an exhaustive interviewing process and having a candidate accept a new job offer, now comes the process to onboard the employee. Onboarding can be quite sophisticated, time-consuming, and include many steps since there’s a great deal of information that may you may require. However, setting u...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/set-up-your-onboarding-process/https://www.jotform.com/blog/set-up-your-onboarding-process/ProductThu, 28 Jul 2016 15:37:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you work at a nonprofit art school or a soup kitchen for the community, donations play a big role in sustaining your organization. One easy way to collect donations is to use a form that’s easily accessible. Supporters can make a contribution while they’re exploring your website for more in...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/costly-donation-form-mistakes/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/costly-donation-form-mistakes/AdviceTue, 26 Jul 2016 18:41:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Anime.js is another one in an already impressive row of frameworks for animations. In contrast to all the other ones, anime.js does not only allow for the animation via CSS attributes. You can also alter SVG and HTML attributes with animations. It’s hard to image modern web design without the SVG f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/anime-js-css-svg-98489/https://www.jotform.com/blog/anime-js-css-svg-98489/AdviceSat, 23 Jul 2016 10:00:44 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve seen them, and maybe they’ve even annoyed you a time or two before -- but not without good reason. We’re talking of course about CAPTCHA, which is a security system designed to tell humans and computers apart by making form respondents identify a short series of letters in a box. You may ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recaptcha-widget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recaptcha-widget/ProductFri, 22 Jul 2016 13:15:16 +0000<![CDATA[ In honor of JotForm’s nonprofit discount, we wanted to give you more information on some other companies that offer you great deals in recognition of your efforts. You’ll be happy to know that many of JotForm’s popular integration partners offer really great deals. Below are our most popular int...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-discount/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/nonprofit-discount/IndustriesWed, 20 Jul 2016 12:53:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Your company Facebook page is a great platform to get the word out about your company, encourage followers to engage, and serve as a direct line of contact. In the modern age of social media, it can be time-consuming to provide customer support across multiple channels including email, a support fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adding-a-contact-form-to-your-company-facebook-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adding-a-contact-form-to-your-company-facebook-page/ProductFri, 15 Jul 2016 19:48:02 +0000<![CDATA[ You might have been able to tell, but we're pretty into online forms here at Jotform. And our form builder isn't just for our users; we believe in it so much that we use it every day. Every single day. It helps us operate faster, smarter, and be more organized. With that, below are nine of the comm...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/internal-uses-of-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/internal-uses-of-jotform/BackstageTue, 12 Jul 2016 18:45:24 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s no secret that JotForm makes it easy to collect payments for your organization. But did you know JotForm enables recurring payments? This functionality comes in handy for nonprofits who rely on monthly donations, or businesses that charge a monthly subscription fee for their services. Most ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recurring-payments-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recurring-payments-with-jotform/IndustriesThu, 07 Jul 2016 19:20:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Even today, there are still many people that want to print out the entire internet. This can have many reasons. Maybe a team seeks to discuss an article’s content in a meeting. Or maybe somebody wants to read your article somewhere where they don’t have an internet connection. To satisfy these peop...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/css-perfect-print-stylesheet-98272/https://www.jotform.com/blog/css-perfect-print-stylesheet-98272/AdviceTue, 05 Jul 2016 10:00:44 +0000<![CDATA[ For Jennifer Emerson, her journey towards awesome cupcake-making started in the summer of 2007. She’d just finished up a year of teaching and was dabbling with baking, but her friends convinced her that it needed to be much more than that. After some consideration, Cups and Cakes was born from her ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cups-and-cakes-bakery-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cups-and-cakes-bakery-case-study/Customer StoriesThu, 30 Jun 2016 14:10:45 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm is the best tool available when you need to create File Upload Forms. We cover so many upload related features, such as high upload limits, and sending your uploads to other services like Dropbox, Google Drive and Box automatically. On top of all of that, we now give you the ability to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/uploaded-files-as-email-attachments/https://www.jotform.com/blog/uploaded-files-as-email-attachments/ProductTue, 28 Jun 2016 10:17:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Giving your users an outlet to express their satisfaction, frustration, suggestions, or other thoughts pertaining to your company is always appreciated. It’s also an effective way of gauging how your customers are responding to your product or service. It’s better to offer a channel where user feed...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-feedback-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/customer-feedback-forms/IndustriesThu, 23 Jun 2016 13:22:20 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: You can access Zapier’s readymade Jotform and Excel integration without leaving Jotform. Looking for a way to send form submissions to Microsoft Excel? With Zapier and JotForm, you can. If your company already depends on Excel to manage data, this integration should come in handy. You ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zapier-excel-form-connection/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zapier-excel-form-connection/ProductWed, 22 Jun 2016 12:47:29 +0000<![CDATA[ Many people wonder what “responsive” means, and what a responsive online form is. Let’s clear up this potentially confusing issue! A mobile responsive form, or responsive form, provides an optimal viewing and interaction experience across a wide range of devices, from desktop to mobile. Responsive ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/responsive-online-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/responsive-online-forms/ProductThu, 16 Jun 2016 12:24:51 +0000<![CDATA[ With Animate CC, Adobe finally sounded the bell to the end of Flash. While the renamed animation program still supports Flash, it has moved its main focus towards HTML5 and WebGL. Now, for each new project, you decide whether you want to create an animation via HTML5 canvas or WebGL. Animated SVGs ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/animated-svg-adobe-animate-snap-svg-98011/https://www.jotform.com/blog/animated-svg-adobe-animate-snap-svg-98011/AdviceThu, 16 Jun 2016 10:00:27 +0000<![CDATA[ You might be using a PayPal donation button on your website, and that’s fine because it works. It’s a reliable way to make sure you get paid by a trusted source. But embedding a JotForm donation form, that’s integrated with PayPal, might actually be more financially fruitful for your organization. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/paypal-donate-button-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/paypal-donate-button-alternative/IndustriesTue, 14 Jun 2016 14:55:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Money doesn’t grow on trees, and few know the depths of this cold truth better than nonprofits. The lights need to stay on, salaries need to be paid, fundraising events need to be organized and executed, and the core work of the organization’s goal needs to be carried out. Nonprofits rely on the ge...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donation-forms/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/donation-forms/IndustriesThu, 09 Jun 2016 17:44:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Recently, we have compiled a list of 30 of the best tutorials for Photoshop that were aimed to help practice your skills and extend your knowledge. Today is the turn of Illustrator, the most popular software for crafting vector artworks and designs. Traditionally, this adva...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-illustrator-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-illustrator-tutorials/AdviceThu, 09 Jun 2016 13:00:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Small business owners often build websites to attract and serve customers. Yet that can be misguided. A good website also serves partners, competitors, friends and strangers. A good website serves an audience, and growing your audience is the key to growing your business. Big brands do this thro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/growing-your-audience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/growing-your-audience/ProductTue, 07 Jun 2016 13:19:06 +0000<![CDATA[ There is no shortage of great payment processing options, but deciding which one is right for your business takes an understanding of what makes them all different. There are always questions to consider. Do you sell a high or low volume of goods? Do you advertise merchant services globally, or jus...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-processors/https://www.jotform.com/blog/payment-processors/IndustriesFri, 03 Jun 2016 13:03:14 +0000<![CDATA[ You’ve locked down the date, the venue, and have finalized your guest list -- now it’s time to get the ball rolling with the perfect custom wedding invitations. For the modern wedding, it makes total sense to send your invitations online. Your registry is already online so why not your actual invit...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/custom-wedding-invitations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/custom-wedding-invitations/ProductThu, 26 May 2016 20:27:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Introducing… Data Export! We have just released a new feature that makes it easier to manage your submissions and your data. With Data Export, you can now download all of your forms as HTML files, your submission data as a CSV file, and uploaded files, all in a single .zip file. Move all of your...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-export-tool/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-export-tool/BackstageTue, 24 May 2016 13:03:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Every day, thousands of JotForm users depend on online forms to sell their company’s goods or services. That’s because, with JotForm, it’s incredibly easy to turn any old form into a money-maker -- no magic wands or fairy dust required. The best part is that you don’t need an expensive e-commerc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/effective-order-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/effective-order-forms/ProductThu, 19 May 2016 16:36:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Looking for an awesome and free website template? Well, our friends at TemplateMonster are ready to give out 7 licenses of any of their premium themes to JotForm users. The giveaway will run for an entire week, and all you need to do to win is visit TemplateMonster, pick the premium template tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/template-monster/https://www.jotform.com/blog/template-monster/ProductTue, 17 May 2016 15:20:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Scholarship application forms are the best way to make sure you’re collecting the information you need from gifted students looking for financial help to achieve their ambitious goals. There’s a lot on the line, so it’s important to do your students and administration justice by dishing out an insp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/scholarship-application-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/scholarship-application-form/IndustriesThu, 12 May 2016 14:46:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Saying that one particular type of mobile development (native, cross-platform or hybrid) is the only right way to create mobile apps is similar to saying that only one programming language is the most suitable for coding. As project requirements are always unique, while tools and technologies have ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ionic-vs-pure-cordova-97503/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ionic-vs-pure-cordova-97503/AdviceWed, 11 May 2016 15:00:35 +0000<![CDATA[ First and foremost, congratulations on your graduation! Kick off sharing this happy occasion with family and friends by sending a beautiful party invitation that will set the tone for the festivities. Whether your party will be a casual cookout in your backyard, a university-sponsored event, or a r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/graduation-party-invitation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/graduation-party-invitation/IndustriesWed, 11 May 2016 14:25:57 +0000<![CDATA[ From wrangling kids to putting together lesson plans, a teacher’s plate is always full. While the amount of work is never-ending, online forms can provide a way to speed up some items on your to-do list and free up a few minutes for that much-needed breather. Conduct Online Quizzes and Tests ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/forms-for-teachers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/forms-for-teachers/IndustriesThu, 05 May 2016 13:34:15 +0000<![CDATA[ We know we want a great form that will give us the information that we need, whether that be names and email addresses for contacting clients, credit card information for payments, or RSVPs for events. But sometimes we're not too sure what details to add that will really take your form to the next ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-powerful-form-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-powerful-form-tips/ProductThu, 28 Apr 2016 18:36:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Right from their shop in Sacramento, California, BeastMetals creates and ships some of the craziest workout equipment in the country. Owner, Alex Reynaga, started the company a few years ago after he built a piece of equipment for his daughter and others asked her where she got it. After that, t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/beastmetals-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/beastmetals-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 26 Apr 2016 13:45:31 +0000<![CDATA[ It shouldn’t be a surprise that colleges and universities rely on online forms. There are just so many groups from whom to collect crucial information, whether it’s alumni, community members, students, employees, or applicants. Online forms make it so simple to gather feedback, create events, sc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/common-higher-education-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/common-higher-education-forms/IndustriesThu, 21 Apr 2016 14:00:30 +0000<![CDATA[ In honor of Earth Day, we wanted to celebrate our amazing planet. From the highest snow-capped mountains, to the deepest darkest oceans, to the scorching deserts, to the greenest forests -- the Earth is our home. Here at JotForm, we’re doing our part to conserve our world by reducing the amount of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/going-green/https://www.jotform.com/blog/going-green/ProductTue, 19 Apr 2016 14:45:24 +0000<![CDATA[ We can all agree on one thing: we don’t like when companies are confusing. Knowing exactly what you’re signing up for or getting into alleviates concerns and drives trust for the company. Instead of using the one-size-fits-all default “submit” text on the call-to-action button, describe to the visi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/custom-call-to-actions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/custom-call-to-actions/ProductThu, 14 Apr 2016 19:54:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Facts are facts. If your organization relies on donations to stay afloat, you can’t afford a weak donation form. You’re simply going to lose too much money. At JotForm we’re not in the business of making lousy forms, so we thought we’d offer a few pieces of advice for creating the perfect donati...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/creating-donation-forms/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/creating-donation-forms/IndustriesTue, 12 Apr 2016 19:52:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Subscriptions are becoming more and more popular when it comes to digital content and applications. Whether it’s about music, software or fonts: Instead of buying or licensing once, offers are provided as some flat monthly rate. When it comes to web fonts, providers have been using a subscription m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/comparison-font-subscription-services-for-the-web-96841/https://www.jotform.com/blog/comparison-font-subscription-services-for-the-web-96841/AdviceFri, 08 Apr 2016 16:00:47 +0000<![CDATA[ High schools and universities have an obligation to their students -- to educate them, prepare them for their next steps, and equip them with the skills to be successful. And while schools can do everything right, it’s important to recognize changing trends and the importance of adapting to student...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/3-types-of-alumni-feedback-to-collect/https://www.jotform.com/blog/3-types-of-alumni-feedback-to-collect/ProductThu, 07 Apr 2016 17:47:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Adding a background image to your form can really up the ante for design. The possibilities are endless. If you are a wedding planner and use online forms to gather new client information, then you can use your most stunning wedding photo as the background of the form, whether that be of guests dan...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-background-images/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-background-images/ProductTue, 05 Apr 2016 19:48:02 +0000<![CDATA[ JavaScript is extremely popular nowadays, and with the right set of tools and expertise, there is no limit to what you can achieve. Speaking of tools, JavaScript frameworks are really handy and useful for developers, as they can lessen the burden and make the development process easy. Some of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/11-minimal-javascript-frameworks-96416/https://www.jotform.com/blog/11-minimal-javascript-frameworks-96416/AdviceMon, 04 Apr 2016 10:00:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Today, many of you found lots of balloons on your My Forms page. Unfortunately, this was caused by a JavaScript bug on a new release. Our team is currently on overdrive trying to get all of the balloons to pop. We appreciate your patience during this crisis. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ballons/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ballons/ProductFri, 01 Apr 2016 04:58:34 +0000<![CDATA[ It doesn’t get easier than using Weebly for creating websites. That’s why we’re very pleased to announce that Jotform now integrates seamlessly into your Weebly site straight from the Weebly App Center. If you enjoy spending a lot of time creating websites and arduously adding online forms, then st...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/weebly-integration/ProductThu, 31 Mar 2016 11:48:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform: Best for custom event forms Whova: Best all-in-one solution Zoom Events: Best for virtual events Eventbee: Best for online ticket sales Ticketbud: Best for large festivals and events Meetup: Best for local events Cvent: Best for attendee data Splash: Best for event m...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/eventbrite-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/eventbrite-alternative/ProductTue, 29 Mar 2016 16:27:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Salesforce Highrise Solve 360 Zoho Keap Customer relationship management (CRM) software can be the central hub that keeps your organization running smoothly, organizing all of your interactions with customers and vendors, providing key metrics, and essentially managing your sales...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/organization-crm-software/https://www.jotform.com/blog/organization-crm-software/AdviceFri, 25 Mar 2016 17:25:18 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: Sadly, Dwolla is discontinuing its product as of October 2018. But if you're looking for a great Dwolla alternative to collect ACH payments through your forms, we've got you covered. Looking for a payment processor to integrate with JotForm that doesn’t burden you with transaction fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/dwolla-payments-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/dwolla-payments-integration/IndustriesThu, 17 Mar 2016 13:15:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Did you know JotForm is a powerful tool for creating PDF forms? Sure, we might be famous for helping people create awesome web forms, but we’re also rockstars at letting users create fillable PDF forms, too. Using fillable PDFs instead of online forms enables you to send your form as a document ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/fillable-pdf-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/fillable-pdf-forms/ProductTue, 15 Mar 2016 13:54:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Forms can look unnecessarily daunting if they’re too muddled with irrelevant form fields. There’s only so many times a form visitor will click “N/A” before they may get frustrated and give up on the form. There’s an easy solution: use conditional logic for cleaner forms which will improve the user ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-logic-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-logic-forms/ProductFri, 11 Mar 2016 20:02:35 +0000<![CDATA[ For us, it is always about the first impression. We trust our instincts, so why not use this knowledge to achieve our goals. If you want to sell a product or increase conversion rates on your website, it is a really good idea to take care of the ‘wrap’. Any service or digital merchandise requires a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-of-2015-100-free-photorealistic-mockups-to-make-headers-and-presentations-rock-95968/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-of-2015-100-free-photorealistic-mockups-to-make-headers-and-presentations-rock-95968/AdviceMon, 07 Mar 2016 15:00:09 +0000<![CDATA[ We want to create a pricing structure that makes the most sense for all of our users. With that in mind, starting tomorrow, we're modifying our monthly packages to count the number of times your forms are viewed each month. It’s structured similarly to how we’ve developed our submission limits, onl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/pricing-modification/https://www.jotform.com/blog/pricing-modification/ProductMon, 29 Feb 2016 17:44:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Here at the JotForm office, we're poppin' bottles, throwing confetti all over the carpet, and giving Podo a well-deserved cat treat. Why? We're celebrating JotForm's 10-year anniversary. Since we now have a decade of form building in the books, we'd like to invite you to join us in celebration by c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-year-anniversary-celebration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-year-anniversary-celebration/ProductFri, 26 Feb 2016 20:45:09 +0000<![CDATA[ PayPal has recently got a new custom typeface: PayPal Sans. Designed exclusively for PayPal by the Klim Type Foundry, PayPal Sans comprises of two sub-families: PayPal Sans Big and PayPal Sans Small, as well as 14 styles. As a custom font, PayPal Sans is something you will see in use exclusively...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-sans-the-new-exclusive-font-for-paypal/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-sans-the-new-exclusive-font-for-paypal/AdviceThu, 25 Feb 2016 10:30:58 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re busy bees here at the JotForm headquarters. But this week’s task has been especially challenging: determining the perfect Podo sticker to order for office and users. We recently ordered small batches from our friends at Sticker Mule and wanted to find out which ones were right for us to order...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/perfect-podo-sticker/https://www.jotform.com/blog/perfect-podo-sticker/ProductWed, 17 Feb 2016 12:48:05 +0000<![CDATA[ When it comes to adding visual variety to the design, there is no simpler way than to use a couple of typefaces, which on the one hand, should match each other and, on the other hand, should have some distinguishing traits. Whether you need to craft a print design or create a website interface,&nbs...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-of-2015-100-free-fonts-for-designers-95285/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-of-2015-100-free-fonts-for-designers-95285/AdviceThu, 11 Feb 2016 15:00:07 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve listened, and we’re happy to announce that JotForm now seamlessly integrates with VerticalResponse, a powerful email marketing service. Now it’s easier than ever for small businesses and nonprofits to build their email lists in VerticalReponse using JotForm. Some key features of VerticalRe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/verticalresponse-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/verticalresponse-integration/ProductThu, 11 Feb 2016 12:54:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Regarding website design, this year has passed under the auspices of flat style. However there were also other factors that shaped the Web the previous year, such as asymmetrical arrangement, which helped projects to break away from traditional boxy structures, a ton of multimedia, which was huge, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/recapitulation-of-2015-best-free-psd-website-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/recapitulation-of-2015-best-free-psd-website-templates/AdviceTue, 09 Feb 2016 13:00:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Below is a guest post from Chris Gallo at Highrise that gives great advice on tools to utilize for your helpdesk. Highrise is a terrific, clean CRM tool that JotForm seamlessly integrates with. Highrise as a product has been running since 2007 - we've been through our fair share of customer supp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/personal-helpdesk-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/personal-helpdesk-tools/AdviceThu, 28 Jan 2016 13:05:41 +0000<![CDATA[ Can you think of 2 million ways to use JotForm? Just ask each of our users! Because now there there are more JotForm users than the populations of Seattle, Denver, and Washington D.C… combined! When JotForm launched nearly a decade ago, the idea of 2 million users was almost unimaginable. But he...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/2-million-users/https://www.jotform.com/blog/2-million-users/ProductThu, 21 Jan 2016 12:44:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Amid cheers, champagne, fireworks, family, and friends, we’re off to a good start in 2016. At JotForm we couldn’t be more excited about what we have planned. Here’s a quick glimpse of what’s in store for our vibrant community of online form builders. Full Steam Ahead with the Form Builder Revamp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-in-2016/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-in-2016/ProductMon, 11 Jan 2016 14:10:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Form entries on smartphones and tablets are not always a pleasant thing. Words are suggested by input assistances. Upper and lower case spelling can also be influenced or set. The HTML attribute autocapitalize allows you to define when words shall automatically be started with a capital letter and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-automatic-capitalization-using-autocapitalize-94602/https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-automatic-capitalization-using-autocapitalize-94602/AdviceSun, 10 Jan 2016 14:00:33 +0000<![CDATA[ If you have big amounts of data that you want to display in tabular shape within an HTML document, you should always keep an eye on the website’s performance. In general, it is possible to make a table with multiple hundreds or thousands of lines. However, it’s not always fun to work through a tabl...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/displaying-data-tables-fast-using-clusterize-js-94454/https://www.jotform.com/blog/displaying-data-tables-fast-using-clusterize-js-94454/AdviceSat, 02 Jan 2016 15:00:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Banner ads are delivered in Flash less and less often. HTML5 has become the standard for online advertising as well. Thanks to CSS3 animations are possible without any issues and interactions are made possible with JavaScript. Of course, HTML5 banners can also be created manually. But there are ple...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/four-tools-for-creating-html5-banners-in-seconds-94279/https://www.jotform.com/blog/four-tools-for-creating-html5-banners-in-seconds-94279/AdviceThu, 17 Dec 2015 14:00:41 +0000<![CDATA[ (a post from our friends at InkThemes, see below for Theme Giveaway) Establishing an online presence on the web seems hard. How does one go about putting the face of their company online? With the advent of third party tools, building websites has become much easier. WordPress is one of the easi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-friendly-wordpress-themes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/business-friendly-wordpress-themes/ProductMon, 14 Dec 2015 12:12:53 +0000<![CDATA[ So many things happened in 2015 it’s hard to keep track of. We had a diverse set of feature releases. Many were prompted by unexpected market changes. Our initial plan this year was to rebuild the form builder, which we’ve just begun. Check out all the twists and turns that 2015 threw at us. We mad...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/2015-year-review/https://www.jotform.com/blog/2015-year-review/BackstageTue, 08 Dec 2015 12:58:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Financial planning is a tricky business. Becoming an expert in financial matters is hard enough by itself, but the most successful advisors have to master a completely separate skill: building a business. That’s exactly what David Chazin did, who is the managing director of his own financial pla...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/insight-wealth-strategies-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/insight-wealth-strategies-case-study/Customer StoriesTue, 01 Dec 2015 18:26:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Said by some to be the “future of PayPal,” popular payment platform Braintree is quickly becoming the tool of choice for consumers and businesses alike. An acquisition and subsidiary of PayPal, Braintree gives you the latest in payment prowess, if not the market leading user experience. Dubbed by i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/braintree-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/braintree-integration/IndustriesMon, 23 Nov 2015 13:48:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Multipurpose WordPress themes have become increasingly popular in recent years. They offer you the ability to create any type of website for the price of a single theme, and come with a large number of features. As you probably know, our friends at TemplateMonster released Monstroid, a mega theme t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/monstroid-theme-giveaway/https://www.jotform.com/blog/monstroid-theme-giveaway/ProductMon, 09 Nov 2015 14:29:02 +0000<![CDATA[ We are proud to have thousands of users in every European country. Until recently, we were part of what was known as the “Safe Harbor” framework, otherwise known as "Privacy Shield", which allowed US companies to store data for their European customers in the US. Unfortunately, a European court rec...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/eu-safe-harbor/https://www.jotform.com/blog/eu-safe-harbor/BackstageWed, 28 Oct 2015 10:26:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Can you imagine a website without buttons? I bet you can’t. And it is not surprising since these tiny, mostly rectangular-shaped objects much like navigation or copyright information are one of the fundamental details of any UI. Not only do they make links look more weighty, appealing and pushy, bu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-code-snippets-for-interactive-buttons-93374/https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-code-snippets-for-interactive-buttons-93374/AdviceMon, 26 Oct 2015 11:00:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Recently some of you may have noticed our interface has changed slightly. The toolbar button to get your form embed code has been updated from Embed Form/Source Code to a simple Publish button. Once you finish building your form, you can now click on Publish to get the codes for your form. This...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/simplified-publish-button-ssl-embed-codes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/simplified-publish-button-ssl-embed-codes/ProductWed, 21 Oct 2015 12:29:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Unless you have been living under a stone for the last year or two, you’ll certainly know that you can find ten new freely usable photos on Unsplash.com every ten days. Now, the additional service Unsplash.it gives you the possibility to use these pictures as wildcards in web projects. This can be ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/unsplash-it-use-placeholder-photos-from-unsplash-com-93599/https://www.jotform.com/blog/unsplash-it-use-placeholder-photos-from-unsplash-com-93599/AdviceMon, 19 Oct 2015 10:00:17 +0000<![CDATA[ When people ask me what JotForm is, I sometimes find myself fumbling for a good answer. Do I tell them what JotForm really is? It’s an online form builder. That means little to most people. Who in the world needs a form builder? Do I share what it’s similar to? JotForm is like Google Forms, but com...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/swiss-army-knife-of-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/swiss-army-knife-of-forms/ProductThu, 08 Oct 2015 13:09:00 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s always exciting to share great news. Today, we get to share great news for all JotForm users. All links and embed codes on our new Publish user interface are secure by default. In conjunction with this, we no longer limit our free users to just 10 secure submissions. All form submissions, whet...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/secure-free-accounts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/secure-free-accounts/ProductTue, 06 Oct 2015 16:59:34 +0000<![CDATA[ At JotForm, we’re actually thankful for Google Forms. They’ve helped introduce many people to the wonderful world of form building. They provide a simple method for creating an online form, which is great news for a lot of individuals and organizations. But what if you’re looking for a form builder...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-forms-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-forms-alternative/ProductThu, 01 Oct 2015 16:12:49 +0000<![CDATA[ As the name implies Chrome Developer Tools is a tool that allows web developers to interfere and manipulate applications via the browser. With this tool you can: Manage interface problems Debug Javascript Code with using breakpoints Optimize your code To open DevTools, you can right-c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-chrome-devtools-like-a-pro/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-chrome-devtools-like-a-pro/AdviceWed, 16 Sep 2015 07:04:51 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm has been around a little while, but we still have a whole lot of story to tell. Even though we have 2 million users, we’re a well-kept secret. We’re known well by those who know us well. And that’s both an opportunity and an indictment for anyone on the marketing team here in San Franc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-4-tiers-of-media-relations-how-our-small-marketing-team-reaches-the-world/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-4-tiers-of-media-relations-how-our-small-marketing-team-reaches-the-world/AdviceTue, 15 Sep 2015 14:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Designers should argue. At first it may sound ridiculous to take the stance of encouraging conflict. However, fighting can encourage passion and creativity to surface. I don’t even want to mention how we sound when we’re going at it! Passion, arguments, criticism getting thrown around- it’s just a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/designers-dont-be-afraid-to-fight-with-each-other/https://www.jotform.com/blog/designers-dont-be-afraid-to-fight-with-each-other/Latest ArticlesTue, 15 Sep 2015 13:20:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Whether you are building a web application, a mobile application, or a simple website to interact with users and customers, the approach is almost always the same: your users will define and shape what you are building. You might implement the most daring and breathtaking layout for your website...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/learning-from-your-users-5-key-lessons/https://www.jotform.com/blog/learning-from-your-users-5-key-lessons/AdviceTue, 15 Sep 2015 11:00:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Many companies shoot off into the sky like a firework, exploding impressively and garnering applause. But then they quickly fizzle out, blending into the night sky leaving only smoke as a reminder that they once were great. Rather than seeking pomp and circumstance, JotForm has flown under the rada...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-story-of-growth/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotforms-story-of-growth/BackstageMon, 14 Sep 2015 15:21:03 +0000<![CDATA[ I am a UX Designer at JotForm. My job here is to listen to and analyze our users and try to create happy experiences for them. I am trying to find more creative and effective methods every day. It is hard to describe a typical day at JotForm because every day is a different day with different tasks...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-jotform-ux-designer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-jotform-ux-designer/BackstageMon, 14 Sep 2015 14:42:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As a JotForm developer, my goal is to make JotForm better every day. We develop new features and improve existing features continuously. But, how do we know if we made the product better or not? The solution is to track user behavior. To measure our success, we keep track of and monitor user beh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/measuring-success-at-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/measuring-success-at-jotform/BackstageMon, 14 Sep 2015 12:36:20 +0000<![CDATA[ (by our newly hired Director of Public Relations) When I first applied to work at JotForm, I didn’t know what it was, let alone know how easy it was to use. Once I started the interview process, I figured it was time to browse the site and see what the fuss was about. I always thought that even ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-user-perspective/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-user-perspective/BackstageFri, 11 Sep 2015 18:13:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Getting people to work together can be hard. JotForm not only succeeds at this, but excels. We do so with people in two main offices, and exotic locations around the world. Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Turkey, the Netherlands, and Montenegro are all places JotForm has been built...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/global-work-force/https://www.jotform.com/blog/global-work-force/BackstageWed, 09 Sep 2015 19:51:29 +0000<![CDATA[ How about stable, consistent, and successful? JotForm started quietly enough. In 2006 I was working as a developer for a media company in New York when I realized how impossible it was for non-technically skilled people to create their own online forms. Building them the old fashioned way requir...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bootstrapped-company/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bootstrapped-company/ProductTue, 08 Sep 2015 18:34:28 +0000<![CDATA[ If you thought Fridays were the day to kick up your feet and hang out by the water cooler, JotForm might not be your kind of place. That’s because Fridays at JotForm are Demo Days, where our developers gather ‘round to talk about what they’ve worked on over the past week and/or what they’ve lea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/happy-friday/https://www.jotform.com/blog/happy-friday/BackstageFri, 21 Aug 2015 13:58:12 +0000<![CDATA[ We teamed up with Rafflecopter, the world's easiest way to run a giveaway, to celebrate the launch of our Apple Watch app by running a giveaway together. Thousands of entries later, we've awarded our prizes. With the chances of being picked at 0.03%, we now have the results! Congratulations...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apple-watch-giveaway-winner/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apple-watch-giveaway-winner/ProductThu, 20 Aug 2015 18:09:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Ten days before Christmas in 2014, JotForm announced the launch of a first of a kind Theme Store. This early holiday gift to all JotForm users is a collection of themes dedicated entirely to web forms. From it people can select any style they like and apply it to their forms. It gives JotForm users...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/popular-form-themes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/popular-form-themes/ProductTue, 11 Aug 2015 17:16:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Adding extra power to your forms is one of the reasons people love Jotform. Beyond simple forms fields such as text, file uploads, and dropdowns, Jotform has close to 400 widgets. These include a wide range of specialized fields including fancy checkboxes, image sliders, and signature fields. If yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/xverify-email-widget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/xverify-email-widget/ProductWed, 05 Aug 2015 19:36:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Close your eyes and try to imagine a world where the prices you pay now would never rise a single cent. Now open your eyes! We at JotForm wanted to let you in on a special deal: upgrade to one of our existing paid plans now and be locked in to that price forever even as we restructure our price...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lifetime-reduced-prices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lifetime-reduced-prices/ProductMon, 03 Aug 2015 13:17:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Form builder apps are some of the most versatile tools out there. There's really no limit to what you can do with forms: generate leads on your website, register attendees for an event, make an easy place for people to contact you, or even build an order form. However, capturing that information...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zapier-form-automation/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zapier-form-automation/ProductThu, 30 Jul 2015 17:46:50 +0000<![CDATA[ (A product review for our friends at TemplateMonster) In the peak of their popularity for all-in-one themes, the guys from TemplateMonster have launched their most ambitious project yet – Monstroid. What exactly is Monstroid and why is it the only theme you need for WordPress sites? It’s like...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/monstroid-wordpress-theme/https://www.jotform.com/blog/monstroid-wordpress-theme/ProductTue, 21 Jul 2015 19:00:43 +0000<![CDATA[ The UX diagram below is the clearest one I’ve ever seen on the web. The overlapping cases give the whole UX design idea. Image Source: http://www.studioaum.in Even a product which has a great functionality may not satisfy user expectations. Here are the most important points to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-wide-perspective-for-designing-user-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-wide-perspective-for-designing-user-experience/AdviceWed, 15 Jul 2015 08:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Note that Jotform Encrypted Forms 2.0 is now in effect, where submission data is protected by end-to-end encryption and can be accessed with an access code. Click here to learn more about Jotform Encrypted Forms 2.0 Jotform has always been secure in our almost ten years of being the easiest on...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-encrypted-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-encrypted-forms/ProductWed, 15 Jul 2015 01:50:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Hello there! I’m Podo, a friendly cat with a knack for building purrrfect forms. It’s nice to finally meet you :) You may be asking yourself: “Who is this cat, and what does this have to do with JotForm?” Well, consider me to be the new face of a team dedicated to making online forms easy. I’...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-podo/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-podo/ProductTue, 07 Jul 2015 04:30:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Your goal as a designer or a developer is to always try to find a way to create an environment which is easy for users. Consistency is the key which helps you to achieve that goal. Consistency across all mediums and content is a brilliant branding strategy which provide a quality experience to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/consistency-the-user-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/consistency-the-user-experience/AdviceMon, 06 Jul 2015 12:09:00 +0000<![CDATA[ A good first impression is about the personality of the brand… The JotForm team recently decided to have a mascot. We believe mascots help brands engage their users and provide a more effective impression on them, rather than being a faceless company. It is a very important and critical pro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-design-a-mascot-for-your-brand/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-design-a-mascot-for-your-brand/BackstageMon, 06 Jul 2015 11:24:00 +0000<![CDATA[ July 4th is almost here, so you know what that means! Fireworks, barbeques, and a lot of red, white, and blue. What better way to celebrate America’s independence than a party with your all of your friends and family? With JotForm, you can create an invitation that allows for the collection of a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/july-fourth-party-invitations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/july-fourth-party-invitations/ProductThu, 02 Jul 2015 19:10:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Jason Gershenson is a lawyer and a JotForm user. Lawyers have to keep track of a lot of information is a highly organized way, and have no time for manual tasks like filling in spreadsheets with contact information and notes on new clients. JotForm helps tackle organizational duties, leaving you to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-a-lawyer-uses-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-a-lawyer-uses-jotform/Customer StoriesThu, 25 Jun 2015 19:52:02 +0000<![CDATA[ With JotForm’s recent release of Form Analytics many users have been taking advantage of the real time data readily available in our easy-to-use interface. In seconds people can find a wealth of information, displayed in attractive charts and graphs and sortable by custom date range. We sent out a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-analytics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-analytics/ProductTue, 23 Jun 2015 14:45:49 +0000<![CDATA[ We are ecstatic to be able to offer our Jotform Apple Watch app to our users! We hope that you enjoy its simple and easy-to-use interface. You can be notified when a new submission is received, what form has been responded to, and what the response was. Our hope is that it will make keeping up with...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apple-watch-giveaway/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apple-watch-giveaway/ProductThu, 18 Jun 2015 13:19:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Apple releases are extravagant affairs. People line up outside stores for days to be among the first to have a chance to purchase new products. Anything Apple does is destined for headline news and to be received with much fanfare. The Apple Watch release was no different. Because many of our users...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/apple-watch-application/https://www.jotform.com/blog/apple-watch-application/ProductMon, 08 Jun 2015 14:45:45 +0000<![CDATA[ My workmates are all over the world thousands of miles apart. They are in every continent. It’s a special work culture where a lot rides on remote collaboration. With 383 Web Applications to maintain, and a remote team spread all over the globe, I’ve learned three lessons. About 383 JotFo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/383-web-applications/https://www.jotform.com/blog/383-web-applications/ProductThu, 04 Jun 2015 11:49:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Kim Mueller is a teacher, and uses JotForm to help her students in a number of awesome ways. We don’t usually do this, but we loved Kim’s testimonial so much that we just had to share it. Thank you Kim! Here’s what she sent: My history with JotForm: I discovered JotForm a few years ago, wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/education-case-study/https://www.jotform.com/blog/education-case-study/IndustriesMon, 01 Jun 2015 14:22:22 +0000<![CDATA[ (JotForm is pleased to share this exciting offer from our friends at TemplateMonster) Back in 2004, websites looked cluttered. Pale color schemes, starburst effects, all-flash sites, patterns and textures, were in the highest demand among web developers. This has changed a lot over the years.C...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/templatemonster-custom-playing-cards/https://www.jotform.com/blog/templatemonster-custom-playing-cards/BackstageTue, 26 May 2015 16:48:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Update - we changed the import tool to a downloadable installer. It doesn't currently support incremental updates. We'll update this post when it does. Thank you! As most JotForm users know by now, earlier this year Adobe FormsCentral announced its pending shutdown. JotForm quickly released a si...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/forms-central-import-wizard/https://www.jotform.com/blog/forms-central-import-wizard/ProductThu, 21 May 2015 19:58:57 +0000<![CDATA[ We’d like to thank our wonderful users for submitting fantastic testimonials for a piece in Entrepreneur Magazine. You can now read about JotForm in the printed June issue, and online! The article, “Forms that function”, discusses how a JotForm user found a great solution for doing away with tim...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-in-entrepreneur-magazine/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-in-entrepreneur-magazine/ProductWed, 20 May 2015 12:29:13 +0000<![CDATA[ In just five weeks Adobe FormsCentral will no longer work. June 22 marks the last day its users can enjoy their forms, and they have until July 28 to download their form responses. Using our Adobe FormsCentral Import Wizard, we’ve welcomed thousands of users, over 70,000 forms, and over a millio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/formscentral-user-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/formscentral-user-tutorials/ProductMon, 18 May 2015 15:04:02 +0000<![CDATA[ JavaScript along with CSS3 make it easy to create website animations. Some use CSS3 animations to pimp page transitions within a website. The current Cascading Stylesheets version allows you to create simple fade-in and slide-in effects as well as 3D transitions to other pages. The fairly new jQuer...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/animsition-user-friendly-jquery-plugin-for-animated-page-transitions-88632/https://www.jotform.com/blog/animsition-user-friendly-jquery-plugin-for-animated-page-transitions-88632/AdviceFri, 15 May 2015 15:00:41 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re pleased to announce a long-awaited and much-anticipated feature- Form Analytics. This innovative new tool provides valuable insight into the performance of your forms. Want to quickly find out how many people are coming to your forms but not filling them out? Or how about which devices or bro...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-form-analytics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-form-analytics/ProductMon, 11 May 2015 12:31:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Mother’s Day is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than with a beautifully designed JotForm Theme. Here are just a few ideas to get your creative juices flowing in how you might let your mother know you love and appreciate her. These stunning form designs can be seen in the Theme Store, a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mothers-day-themes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mothers-day-themes/ProductFri, 08 May 2015 18:52:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Media queries allow websites to adjust their layout depending on the screen orientation of a smartphone or tablet. But sometimes you may want your website locked to a particular orientation, portrait or landscape. The format of native apps can be specified in such a case. The app will then only be ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-screen-orientation-api-uses-javascript-to-rotate-the-screen-89639/https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-screen-orientation-api-uses-javascript-to-rotate-the-screen-89639/AdviceFri, 08 May 2015 10:00:49 +0000<![CDATA[ We are pleased to announce a new widget available immediately to all JotForm users - the Adobe Document Cloud eSign widget. With it, users can link their forms to Adobe’s secure eSigning services (formerly known as EchoSign). This gives JotForm users access to the market leader in PDF document s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adobe-document-cloud-esign-widget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adobe-document-cloud-esign-widget/ProductThu, 07 May 2015 14:59:30 +0000<![CDATA[ If you’re new to JotForm - or maybe you recently migrated from Adobe FormsCentral - you may not be familiar with how easy it is to turn your ordinary looking form into a gorgeous piece of online art. JotForm’s incredibly advanced Form Designer allows your inner designer to shine; it’s the easiest t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-form-designer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/using-jotform-form-designer/ProductTue, 05 May 2015 17:47:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Most users enjoy the simplicity of Jotform. Build a form, post it on your website, and receive email notifications every time someone responds. This keeps a great many Jotform customers happy. Sometimes you want to do more with the information you collect, though. Perhaps you want to build a web pa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-the-washington-post-uses-our-api/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-the-washington-post-uses-our-api/ProductThu, 30 Apr 2015 16:10:10 +0000<![CDATA[ Form creators should try to seek a delicate balance between collecting all of the needed information and making sure that the form visitor completes the form all the way through. To achieve the highest conversion rate possible, the form must be concise. Especially for more time-consuming and intens...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/widgets-to-save-visitor-time/https://www.jotform.com/blog/widgets-to-save-visitor-time/ProductTue, 28 Apr 2015 15:24:24 +0000<![CDATA[ More and more creatives switch from powerful and universal image editors such as Adobe Photoshop or Adobe Illustrator to simpler, less sophisticated, much handier and just cheaper software for carrying out their tasks. These unidirectional yet feature-rich programs enable talented folks to foc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/100-free-resources-for-sketch-app-89710/https://www.jotform.com/blog/100-free-resources-for-sketch-app-89710/AdviceMon, 27 Apr 2015 10:00:06 +0000<![CDATA[ It was not until WordPress 4.1 was released that creating a paginated blog navigation was a fairly cumbersome affair, which required either a certain degree of development effort or a plugin. WordPress 4.1 makes this a thing of the past. It allows you to create a paginated blog navigation by adding...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-fancy-site-navigation-with-the_posts_pagination-91059/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-fancy-site-navigation-with-the_posts_pagination-91059/AdviceFri, 24 Apr 2015 10:00:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Earth Day is a time for us to celebrate, recognize, reflect, and commit to preserving the planet that we all share. With billions of people on earth, lands and oceans teeming with flora and fauna, we need to respect our environment to keep our planet happy and healthy. During this week people j...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/earth-day/https://www.jotform.com/blog/earth-day/ProductWed, 22 Apr 2015 01:04:35 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s not every day you reach the millionth usage of something. That’s why we were so excited when we realized that in just 15 months Jotform widgets reached one million uses. These embeddable fields bring specialized features to your forms. They give you the ability to create image sliders, take ph...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-widgets-used-one-million-times/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-widgets-used-one-million-times/ProductMon, 20 Apr 2015 09:31:41 +0000<![CDATA[ We double-dog dare you to find an industry that relies on online forms more than higher education. OK, maybe that’s not necessary. But facts are facts: universities today run on online forms; now more than ever before. Tens of thousands of course surveys, professor assessments, prospective stude...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/higher-education-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/higher-education-forms/ProductThu, 16 Apr 2015 17:56:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Atlanta-based LYFE Marketing is the brainchild of a group of former Georgia State University students who saw an opportunity to help small businesses expand their social media presence. What started as a dream in 2011 has turned into a booming full-service marketing firm that has so far helped over...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/lyfe-marketing-user-spotlight/https://www.jotform.com/blog/lyfe-marketing-user-spotlight/Customer StoriesMon, 13 Apr 2015 20:14:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Update- in early Oct 2015, the Safe Harbor construct was nullified. All US companies are affected by this. In response, JotForm is now offering its users the opportunity to transfer and store all their data exclusively in Europe. Please see our EU Safe Forms post for further details. JotForm use...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/safe-habor-certification/https://www.jotform.com/blog/safe-habor-certification/ProductThu, 09 Apr 2015 19:40:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Nonprofits have an international presence of fighting to make the world a better place. Some are helping preserve clean air, water, and resources for generations to come. Others are helping to spread literacy, immunization, and occupational opportunities for the underprivileged. There are also loca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/the-5-ways-to-help-nonprofit/https://www.jotform.com/nonprofit/the-5-ways-to-help-nonprofit/IndustriesMon, 06 Apr 2015 17:50:57 +0000<![CDATA[ We are pleased to announce a new partnership. Unbounce, industry leader in A/B test landing pages, has long provided a best-of-class service for optimizing user engagement and conversions. A large percentage of landing pages contain forms, from which our natural alliance was born. Are you won...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/unbounce-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/unbounce-integration/ProductWed, 01 Apr 2015 23:27:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Gary Ferrar knows a thing or two about showmanship. Located in the entertainment capital that is New York City, he brings smiles and bewilderment to kids, adults, multi-billion dollar corporations, and backyard barbecues alike with his awe-inspiring magic act. But the biggest rabbit he pulls ou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-user-spotlight-gary-the-magician/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-user-spotlight-gary-the-magician/Customer StoriesTue, 24 Mar 2015 20:40:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Online forms serve important functions whether they’re used internally or for customer use. A well-designed form can not only increase conversions, but they can contribute to the overall brand strategy. If a form is intuitive and easy to use, people may sign up for newsletters, contact the company,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/6-payment-form-design-tips/https://www.jotform.com/blog/6-payment-form-design-tips/IndustriesThu, 19 Mar 2015 18:17:51 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm has long been a leading online form provider. The JotForm interface has hosted well over six million forms since our 2006 launch. Users embed them on their websites, Facebook pages, or just email them out. Sometimes they print them and take them to events for people to fill out with pen and...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-fillable-pdf-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-fillable-pdf-forms/ProductThu, 12 Mar 2015 17:24:38 +0000<![CDATA[ In a global marketplace with gazillions of website themes, app interfaces and print designs created by gifted artists, it is quite difficult to fight off the competition. Winning customers is becoming harder and harder. Impressing the online audience with a visually stimulating presentation that de...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/blast-from-the-past-7-100-free-photorealistic-mockups-to-win-the-pitch-88886/https://www.jotform.com/blog/blast-from-the-past-7-100-free-photorealistic-mockups-to-win-the-pitch-88886/AdviceSat, 07 Mar 2015 15:00:36 +0000<![CDATA[ TL;DR: We have created a lightweight, responsive image comparison slider that works on any layout and size. It’s open source: Go and grab it here. Codepen demo here. Image Comparison Sliders are a great way to present before and after cases, this is especially the case when the differences ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/making-a-responsive-image-comparison-slider-in-css-and-javascript/https://www.jotform.com/blog/making-a-responsive-image-comparison-slider-in-css-and-javascript/AdviceThu, 05 Mar 2015 13:03:00 +0000<![CDATA[ This kind of opportunity doesn’t come along too often: a viral hashtag that has millions of people around the world up in arms about the issue. People are passionately taking sides, in utter disbelief at a different opinion, and are actively sending their friends and family photos of the dress and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/thedress-how-companies-can-ride-on-the-coattails-of-a-viral-hashtag/https://www.jotform.com/blog/thedress-how-companies-can-ride-on-the-coattails-of-a-viral-hashtag/AdviceFri, 27 Feb 2015 15:25:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Today we would like to tell you that our friends at TemplateMonster have an exciting offer for you. They're giving you the opportunity to win any templates from their collection for free! And their collection is quite impressive, consisting of nearly 4,000 CMS templates (including WordPress...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/templatemonster-theme-giveaway/https://www.jotform.com/blog/templatemonster-theme-giveaway/ProductWed, 25 Feb 2015 21:32:23 +0000<![CDATA[ When Adobe announced they were shutting down FormsCentral, users flooded our support forums looking to JotForm to be their alternative form building service. News spread quickly through our virtual halls that the fifth largest competitor in online form building, was closing. And there was much rejo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/formscentral-import-tool/https://www.jotform.com/blog/formscentral-import-tool/ProductMon, 23 Feb 2015 09:45:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Welcome to part 6 of our series “Blast from the Past”. By now, you are already in possession of a vast collection of 90 free carefully executed GUI sets, 100 icon packs, 100+ PSD templates, the same number of HTML templates as well as over a hundred fonts, in flavors desktop, web and icon. Now you ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/blast-from-the-past-6-100-best-free-business-cards-resume-templates-and-other-corporate-identity-packages-of-2014-88638/https://www.jotform.com/blog/blast-from-the-past-6-100-best-free-business-cards-resume-templates-and-other-corporate-identity-packages-of-2014-88638/AdviceSun, 22 Feb 2015 13:00:12 +0000<![CDATA[ Pure CSS buttons and menus do not need graphics anymore but create themselves from the beauty of the written code. Generating this can be difficult in regard to broad browser compatibility. Thankfully, there are tutorials, ready-made code snippets, and numerous examples to choose from. And it gets ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/webdesign-takeaway-40-css-buttons-tutorials-and-code-snippets-88778/https://www.jotform.com/blog/webdesign-takeaway-40-css-buttons-tutorials-and-code-snippets-88778/AdviceThu, 19 Feb 2015 13:00:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Due to popular demand JotForm has recently released a new version of our iOS App. Now our fellow JotForm users can check submissions from their forms wherever they are with ease! The JotForm iPhone/iPad app has many great features for your convenience: -Receive Notifications of New Submission...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ios-app-version-2/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ios-app-version-2/ProductMon, 16 Feb 2015 09:26:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Welcome to the future. In our second collection of free HTML, CSS and PSD templates of 2015 you’ll find all the major trends of the year represented. We have hero areas, we have ghost buttons, we have Material Design, we have cards, we have everything. As always the templates are created in HTML, C...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/22-fresh-free-templates-in-htmlcss-and-psd-february-2015-edition-88640/https://www.jotform.com/blog/22-fresh-free-templates-in-htmlcss-and-psd-february-2015-edition-88640/AdviceSat, 14 Feb 2015 10:00:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Here we are again with part 4 of our series “Blast from the Past”. By now, we have equipped you with a vast collection of 90 free carefully executed GUI sets, 100 icon packs and more than 100 free PSD website templates. With them, building up almost any kind of website, starting from stylish and so...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/blast-from-the-past-4-best-free-htmlcss-themes-86674/https://www.jotform.com/blog/blast-from-the-past-4-best-free-htmlcss-themes-86674/AdviceSun, 08 Feb 2015 10:00:26 +0000<![CDATA[ When Adobe announced they were letting the sun set on FormsCentral, they were thoughtful enough to offer up just a couple alternatives that could pick up where they left of, including Jotform. We’re grateful to get the recommendation of Adobe, and we thought we’d expand on some reasons why Jotform ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adobe-formscentral-alternative/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adobe-formscentral-alternative/ProductThu, 05 Feb 2015 19:32:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Since the announcement of Adobe FormsCentral's retirement, we have  worked closely with over 500 FormsCentral users to move them to JotForm. We took this job very seriously: We have visually reviewed every single migrated form, sought feedback from our new users and improved our migration...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adobe-formscentral-import/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adobe-formscentral-import/ProductTue, 03 Feb 2015 04:41:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Adobe has announced that its form creation service, FormsCentral, is retiring on July 28, 2015. FormsCentral users, have no fear! JotForm is here to easily import your forms and help you make the switch to JotForm, your new alternative to FormsCentral. This will allow you to keep your form fie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/welcome-adobe-formscentral-users/https://www.jotform.com/blog/welcome-adobe-formscentral-users/ProductThu, 22 Jan 2015 19:41:10 +0000<![CDATA[ You don’t need us to tell you that perfecting the resume submission process can be a burdensome task. Do you risk putting your email on the company website? Or if you have a resume upload option, what happens when the job is filled and the development team doesn’t have the time to remove the post? ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/resume-submission-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/resume-submission-form/ProductWed, 21 Jan 2015 18:59:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Free Windows HTML Editors For Web Developers Phase 5 Programmer’s Notepad SynWrite PlainEdit.NET Notepad++ jEdit Sublime Text 2 – The Swiss Army Knife Brackets Aptana Studio 3 If you want to develop a website, you’ll need an HTML editor. You could, of course, use the...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-windows-html-editors-for-web-developers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/free-windows-html-editors-for-web-developers/AdviceTue, 20 Jan 2015 15:00:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Everyone, who wants to develop websites, needs an HTML editor or rather a development environment. There are, of course, several fee-based editors of high quality, but if you do not need your development environment every day, a free application will be perfectly fine. That an editor is free of cha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-best-free-html-editors-web-developers-mac-os-x/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-best-free-html-editors-web-developers-mac-os-x/AdviceWed, 14 Jan 2015 15:00:41 +0000<![CDATA[ We have a lightweight, battle-tested, CSS parser and utility library written in JavaScript. It’s open source; Go and grab it here. We recently put forth a huge effort to build a cutting edge web designer for web forms. The project took 6 months to complete. The team was cross functio...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/writing-a-css-parser-in-javascript/https://www.jotform.com/blog/writing-a-css-parser-in-javascript/AdviceWed, 14 Jan 2015 14:07:00 +0000<![CDATA[ We have just launched a theme store for our users and we wanted to make it easy to find themes by color. When you are looking for a suitable web form design theme to match your website design, searching based on colors simplifies the process. In this blog post I will explain how we created color...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-implement-color-search/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-implement-color-search/AdviceFri, 19 Dec 2014 07:10:00 +0000<![CDATA[ It is the moment that we all have been waiting for... the announcement of the Best Form Design Award! The Best Form Design is the capstone of the Web Form Design Awards. This single winner stands above the many form design contestants. They exhibited creativity and unprecedented proficiency i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-form-design-award/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-form-design-award/ProductThu, 18 Dec 2014 11:28:53 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the most anticipated awards in the Web Form Design Awards is the User’s Choice Award. Our panel of esteemed judges didn’t dictate the winner of this prize; you did. JotForm users, friends, and family all joined together to vote up the form design they liked best by an online voting form. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-choice-award-2/https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-choice-award-2/ProductWed, 17 Dec 2014 08:16:40 +0000<![CDATA[ All over the world, JotForm users from over 61 countries fired up their computers, logged into JotForm, and set to work building and designing forms. They submitted their designs in hopes of winning a JotForm t-shirt so that they could be dressed to kill. On top of that whopping prize, they could r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/worst-form-award/https://www.jotform.com/blog/worst-form-award/ProductTue, 16 Dec 2014 10:29:58 +0000<![CDATA[ A simple math(ish) problem: what do you get when you take an advanced Form Designer and multiply it by hundreds of talented users? Answer: the greatest collection of form themes ever created. Today is an exciting day at JotForm as we roll out our much-anticipated Theme Store, where users can buy...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/theme-store/https://www.jotform.com/blog/theme-store/ProductMon, 15 Dec 2014 03:57:31 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the best kept secrets about JotForm is how easy it is to create an online store. Using any number of our payment integrations, customers can buy from your store in just a few simple clicks. And with the new Form Designer, now your store will look snazzier than ever. The Web Form Design Aw...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-e-commerce-design-award/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-e-commerce-design-award/ProductFri, 12 Dec 2014 10:01:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Announcing the winners of the Web Form Design Awards is well underway, and we’ve already dished out prizes to the winners of the Best Mobile Form and Best Survey Form. Next up: Best Contact Form. Contact forms are the most ubiquitous form type on the web, and for good reason. They are universal ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-contact-form-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-contact-form-design/ProductThu, 11 Dec 2014 10:17:44 +0000<![CDATA[ The Web Form Design Awards may have ended a week ago, but we still have some serious prizes to give away! One of the most common uses of JotForm is to create surveys, where people can discover the thoughts and opinions of others. These long, often multi-page forms are essential to many company’s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-survey-design-winner/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-survey-design-winner/ProductWed, 10 Dec 2014 10:03:29 +0000<![CDATA[ The judges have tallied their votes and users have voted by sharing their favorite forms. Now comes the fun part: announcing of the winners of the Web Form Design Awards. After hundreds of submissions, a leading form has been selected for each category: Best Mobile Form, Best Survey, Best Contac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-mobile-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-mobile-form/ProductTue, 09 Dec 2014 09:29:31 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm is about to release one of our most exciting features ever - The JotForm Theme Store. This will be a place where users can buy and sell their form designs among each other. Publish your forms to the Theme Store today to be featured when the Theme Store is launched on Dec 15th! Here's ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-design-submissions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-design-submissions/ProductTue, 09 Dec 2014 04:55:08 +0000<![CDATA[ The submissions for the form design contest have just ended. Help us choose the winner of the Users Choice Award! Phew! What a month. We weren’t sure what to expect when we challenged all of you to come up with your best form designs using JotForm’s Form Designer- you did not disappoint. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-choice-award/https://www.jotform.com/blog/user-choice-award/ProductSat, 06 Dec 2014 02:18:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Update: As of 2019, email newsletter app is defunct. However, you can benefit from many other integrations with email services. We recently needed a way to send an email to people who signed up for the form design contest. One of our developers quickly developed a cool app on top of the JotForm ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-newsletter-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/email-newsletter-app/ProductTue, 02 Dec 2014 08:43:33 +0000<![CDATA[ The use of giant, so-called Hero images is a trend of the younger years. Some say it was Apple who brought it forth, some say gigantic images have been there forever, but couldn’t be used due to poor bandwidths. The latter is becoming less and less of a problem, so why not start using hero imagery ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/25-free-hero-images-and-mock-ups-the-first-impression-counts-85878/https://www.jotform.com/blog/25-free-hero-images-and-mock-ups-the-first-impression-counts-85878/AdviceMon, 24 Nov 2014 15:00:01 +0000<![CDATA[ We wanted to take a minute to break from our usual form talk to tell you about a pretty stellar contest put on by our friends at TemplateMonster. Entering the contest is easy. Head on over to TemplateMonster.com and buy one of their 40,000 web templates (yes, you read that correctly), and you c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/8-week-templatemonster-giveaway/https://www.jotform.com/blog/8-week-templatemonster-giveaway/ProductMon, 24 Nov 2014 14:02:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Finally, you are ready to put a new mobile app on the market. Surely you expect it to take the audience by storm. As we all know, people buy not only the product but also its packaging. So without a well-thought-out presentation, chances are, it simply won’t do. Presentations of old won’t do either...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/double-tap-check-swipe-25-free-gesture-icons-packs-for-your-mobile-app-85780/https://www.jotform.com/blog/double-tap-check-swipe-25-free-gesture-icons-packs-for-your-mobile-app-85780/AdviceFri, 21 Nov 2014 15:00:47 +0000<![CDATA[ You are about to reunite with your friends and family for a food-coma filled Thanksgiving, so you want to get the details right. Hot cider is brewing, scarves can come out of the closet, and pumpkin spice lattes return to Starbucks. It is definitely the best time of the year! With JotForm’s Form De...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/thanksgiving-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/thanksgiving-forms/ProductFri, 21 Nov 2014 10:43:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The Form Design Awards are well under way. Sign-ups have been pouring in, followed by a healthy amount of final submissions. The Dec. 4 deadline is still weeks away though, leaving plenty of time to get involved. How can one be competitive? Here are some tips to help your form design stand out. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-design-an-award-winning-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-design-an-award-winning-form/ProductTue, 18 Nov 2014 11:03:36 +0000<![CDATA[ By now, you already know about the amazing prizes you get by winning one of the categories in the the Web Form Design Awards, including a hefty $7,500 for Best Form. But our up and coming Form Theme Store is your way to make money for the long term. We wanted a chance to showcase the ama...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/minutes-of-your-time-for-a-lifetime-of-earnings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/minutes-of-your-time-for-a-lifetime-of-earnings/Customer StoriesFri, 14 Nov 2014 09:18:00 +0000<![CDATA[ The web is no stranger to design contests. These can be great for designers to earn prizes and get their work noticed. We're launching a design contest to send 2014 out in style. Beyond having the upward potential of winning, there are numerous reasons to join the fun. Some might participate as an ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-design-contest/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-design-contest/ProductTue, 04 Nov 2014 08:01:43 +0000<![CDATA[ Today, we have some treats for you. Our team has created 5 really creepy form templates for Halloween. We hope you enjoy them, and use them on your site! Trick or Treat Signup Form Creepy fonts and moving hands, this particular form scared the shit out of anyone I have shown it to. Vie...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-halloween-form-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5-halloween-form-templates/ProductFri, 31 Oct 2014 05:46:11 +0000<![CDATA[ At JotForm, we were so blown away by the forms being designed using our brand new Form Designer, that we thought: “Can these form designs honestly get any better?” We were determined to find out; and so the Web Form Design Awards were born.   $7,500 goes to the top prize (Best Form Desi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-design-awards-2014/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-design-awards-2014/ProductThu, 30 Oct 2014 07:24:09 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm Form Designer is a great tool to make awesome looking forms with a few clicks. Impress your users and website visitors with awesome looking forms, and dramatically increasing your form response rates. To make it easy to master the new Form Designer, we have prepared 10 sho...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-course-form-designer-basics/https://www.jotform.com/blog/video-course-form-designer-basics/ProductWed, 22 Oct 2014 12:01:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Beautiful art can be both awe-inspiring and intriguing. Some of it simply awakens the creativity or beauty inside of us all, and other stunning works of art makes us really think about deeper issues. No matter the level of intensity of the piece, great artworks cause most people to stop, if even fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/15-beautiful-art-projects-created-to-raise-awareness-for-a-cause-85481/https://www.jotform.com/blog/15-beautiful-art-projects-created-to-raise-awareness-for-a-cause-85481/AdviceMon, 20 Oct 2014 15:00:14 +0000<![CDATA[ The rumors are true. While you were sleeping and resting well, Team JotForm has been working hard, day and night in the last 6 months, to bring you an exciting new feature- the New JotForm Form Designer. This ambitious project gives our users complete control of their form designs. Our previous ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-form-designer/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-form-designer/ProductWed, 15 Oct 2014 07:06:24 +0000<![CDATA[ Attention to detail is important in any kind of design. Web design means no exception. Yet before we get into that detail we should always scribble up a quick mockup of what we want the project to look and feel like. Some put detail even into that mockup, some stay minimalist. Whatever your approac...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/quick-not-dirty-30-free-wireframe-style-uis-mockups-and-templates-85248/https://www.jotform.com/blog/quick-not-dirty-30-free-wireframe-style-uis-mockups-and-templates-85248/AdviceThu, 09 Oct 2014 10:00:14 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the best ways to improve your workflow and time management as a graphic design freelancer is to use apps. Not just any app will do, however. You need ones that won’t waste your time by crashing and that help you both on the go and when around your computer. Our collection of the best apps fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/24-best-apps-for-graphic-design-freelancers-85262/https://www.jotform.com/blog/24-best-apps-for-graphic-design-freelancers-85262/IndustriesMon, 06 Oct 2014 10:00:28 +0000<![CDATA[ We are excited to announce that Jotform has partnered with WordPress.com to bring our forms to 80 million blogs on WordPress.com. Adding a Jotform form to a blog post on WordPress.com is now as easy as copying and pasting a bit of code. If you just want the form to appear on the page, you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-partner/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-partner/ProductMon, 29 Sep 2014 07:22:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Parallax scrolling for websites is the new hotness! Then again, so were glitter unicorns and type for MySpace pages and websites galore. The web moves fast and there’s a difference between a fad and a trend. So, is parallax scrolling a good addition to your website? Here’s a look at the top paralla...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/i-hate-parallax-scrolling-heres-why-you-should-too-84354/https://www.jotform.com/blog/i-hate-parallax-scrolling-heres-why-you-should-too-84354/AdviceThu, 25 Sep 2014 15:00:11 +0000<![CDATA[ Did you know that as many as 69% of the visitors to your form leave without completing it? And if you don’t have access to any meaningful form statistics it is virtually impossible to know exactly what triggers this desertion, or how to improve it. This is why we are excited to announce our inte...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zuko-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zuko-integration/ProductThu, 25 Sep 2014 05:03:39 +0000<![CDATA[ Establishing your company in the real as well as the virtual world is an essential step towards success. While websites, profiles in social media, and mobile apps help to conquer the internet, in the real world things are less simple and straightforward. Still you are blessed with a wide selection ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/corporate-design-made-easy-30-free-stationery-mockup-templates-84498/https://www.jotform.com/blog/corporate-design-made-easy-30-free-stationery-mockup-templates-84498/AdviceTue, 16 Sep 2014 15:00:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Today we have a stack of 40 fonts for you. And although these fonts all look like they will be created sometime in the future, they are actually available in the world of today. Most of the fonts are equipped with special characters from several languages. More than half of all the fonts are suitab...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/cutting-edge-40-free-futuristic-fonts-of-today-84377/https://www.jotform.com/blog/cutting-edge-40-free-futuristic-fonts-of-today-84377/AdviceThu, 04 Sep 2014 11:00:20 +0000<![CDATA[ They used to say content is king. But what really makes up content? Gone are the days when “content” meant purely text. Today, if you want to engage and enchant your customers, your content must have some visual cues. The human brain processes visual information much quicker than text. And with web...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-tools-to-create-beautiful-infographics-and-visualize-data-84300/https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-tools-to-create-beautiful-infographics-and-visualize-data-84300/IndustriesTue, 02 Sep 2014 15:00:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Low Poly is a growing trend. More and more websites make use of modified imagery, most commonly in backgrounds. Low Poly is no rocket science. Basically it is just a special form of mosaic. But instead of using rectangle shapes Low Poly uses polygonal forms. As triangular shapes are the most common...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-poly-trend-six-free-generators-for-backgrounds-and-images-84108/https://www.jotform.com/blog/low-poly-trend-six-free-generators-for-backgrounds-and-images-84108/AdviceFri, 15 Aug 2014 17:00:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Forms are boring. Nobody says “I wish I made more forms” on their death bed. That’s where JotForm comes in and saves the day. Spend your time with family, friends and fun stuff, not with forms. :) JotForm’s mission is to be quickest way to create web forms. In our early days we had the tagline “...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-forms-quickly/https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-forms-quickly/ProductFri, 15 Aug 2014 07:18:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Wondering how to start working with Adobe Illustrator without getting overwhelmed by its endless possibilities? Then begin your acquaintance from tutorials that are aimed to fill the gaps of your knowledge. Nothing can be compared to this kind of educational material, especially when devoted graphi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/typography-without-limits-40-fresh-adobe-illustrator-text-effects-83478/https://www.jotform.com/blog/typography-without-limits-40-fresh-adobe-illustrator-text-effects-83478/AdviceThu, 14 Aug 2014 13:00:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Whichever boring and insipid creating a manual usually is, whether you are a developer/manufacturer or an end-user, you simply cannot do without one. Perspective of poking a finger in the sky in order to figure out how to employ the product as well as leaving your arduous piece of work without a de...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/boring-work-made-easy-free-templates-for-creating-manuals-83796/https://www.jotform.com/blog/boring-work-made-easy-free-templates-for-creating-manuals-83796/AdviceFri, 08 Aug 2014 10:00:59 +0000<![CDATA[ See why our users love Jotform so much! Photo by Brooke Cagle on Unsplash ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/happy-jotform-user-testimonials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/happy-jotform-user-testimonials/ProductThu, 31 Jul 2014 17:18:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Forms have grown more versatile with HTML5. The input element is now able to contain email addresses and dates and marking input fields as mandatory or prepopulating them with content is no longer a case for JavaScript – just to name a few of the most valuable additions. But then, there’s even more...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-more-flexibility-in-form-design-83997/https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-more-flexibility-in-form-design-83997/AdviceThu, 31 Jul 2014 10:00:58 +0000<![CDATA[ PayPal has deprecated PayPal Express payment method. However, you can still collect payments with other PayPal integrations, please visit our PayPal payment forms page to learn more. PayPal is the most popular payment gateway on JotForm. We help our users process over 5 million dollars in tran...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-express-checkout/https://www.jotform.com/blog/paypal-express-checkout/IndustriesFri, 25 Jul 2014 07:46:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform is amazingly customizable. We wanted to showcase it. So, our team has created some great looking form templates. We have added 50 new templates in the last 3 months. They all have original designs. Today, I’d like to share some of my favorites with you. Want to explore other types of fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-free-form-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-free-form-templates/ProductTue, 22 Jul 2014 04:24:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Hipster supercharged the already running Vintage trend. Thanks to that we have a plethora of note-worthy, production-usable retro fonts at hand. About half of those we are going to show you today allow commercial use, the other half is for private use only. The information is given right alongside ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/vintage-style-40-free-retro-fonts-not-only-for-hipsters-83539/https://www.jotform.com/blog/vintage-style-40-free-retro-fonts-not-only-for-hipsters-83539/IndustriesMon, 21 Jul 2014 15:00:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Text effects in Photoshop are an art not too many know how to achieve. At least not when we are expecting noteworthy effects. Still, a strong typographic logo or eyecatcher of any other kind is granted to draw a good deal of attention to whatever you want to communicate. Text effects with Photoshop...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/skys-the-limit-40-fresh-and-free-photoshop-text-effects-83319/https://www.jotform.com/blog/skys-the-limit-40-fresh-and-free-photoshop-text-effects-83319/AdviceWed, 16 Jul 2014 15:00:25 +0000<![CDATA[ HTML5 Imports, once a convenient way to include one HTML file within another using the <link> element, have been officially retired. The W3C retired HTML5 on 27 March 2018, and later versions, including HTML 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3, were retired on 28 January 2021 in favor of the HTML Living Standard...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-imports-import-html-files-into-html-files-83467/https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-imports-import-html-files-into-html-files-83467/AdviceTue, 15 Jul 2014 18:04:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Admin panels are one of the bare necessities of modern web sites. Yet, as they are only seen by very few people, designers tend to not put too much effort into them. This is perfectly understandable, while at the same time too narrowly considered. The customer who will have to work with these panel...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-free-dashboard-ui-mockups-graphs-diagrams-charts-and-functional-widgets-83036/https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-free-dashboard-ui-mockups-graphs-diagrams-charts-and-functional-widgets-83036/AdviceMon, 14 Jul 2014 12:00:21 +0000<![CDATA[ “I hate that client”, how often have these words come out of your mouth. Often enough! Don’t worry; most web designers have a list of clients they’ve absolutely hated working with. These are clients who made working with them an agonizing experience, with no redeeming features whatsoever. Collabora...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clients-from-hell-the-art-of-not-giving-way-to-unreasonable-demands-83147/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clients-from-hell-the-art-of-not-giving-way-to-unreasonable-demands-83147/AdviceTue, 01 Jul 2014 10:00:35 +0000<![CDATA[ Are you dreaming about drawing attention to your persona, getting your job application noticed and bagging the desired job? Then first of all, you should take care of your resume. Though it helps to overcome only the first step towards building your brilliant career, no one would argue that this sm...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/25-free-html-resume-templates-for-your-successful-online-job-application-82756/https://www.jotform.com/blog/25-free-html-resume-templates-for-your-successful-online-job-application-82756/AdviceMon, 30 Jun 2014 10:00:33 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the first things that every web site should do is to build and maintain a mailing list. JotForm is an easy way to create sign-up forms and start building your list. The problem for many marketers is what do they do next. Obviously, you need to start interacting with your list and begin telli...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ininbox-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ininbox-integration/ProductMon, 16 Jun 2014 09:19:05 +0000<![CDATA[ A well presented Curriculum Vitae is a piece of personal marketing and self-branding. In its best form it sheds a bright light upon you and helps you win the sympathies of your potential employer or important client. Remember, at first they don’t see you nor talk to you. It all starts with the good...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/26-free-resume-templates-to-give-you-that-career-boost-82379/https://www.jotform.com/blog/26-free-resume-templates-to-give-you-that-career-boost-82379/AdviceMon, 09 Jun 2014 10:00:27 +0000<![CDATA[ We have a great news! If you have a Facebook page you can now use our new JotForm Tab Facebook app to embed a form on your Facebook page. https://youtu.be/2Ej2QSNWz58 Sign up to create your own Facebook form today -- it's free! How to install It only takes a couple of easy steps to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/facebook-page-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/facebook-page-form/ProductWed, 28 May 2014 16:12:44 +0000<![CDATA[ ClinchPad is a modern CRM system which unlike traditional CRM software focuses on deals rather than contacts. Its main focus is on managing your sales pipeline through an intuitive visual interface. It is targeted at small teams who need something simple to manage their business leads rather than l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/clinchpad-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/clinchpad-integration/ProductTue, 06 May 2014 05:09:56 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: As of June 2023, we're excited to introduce the new Digest Emails, as a native feature. With Digest Emails, you can automatically receive a daily, weekly, or monthly recap of new form submissions cutting down on the number of emails you receive while keeping you informed. Today, we are ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/daily-digest-email-service/https://www.jotform.com/blog/daily-digest-email-service/ProductTue, 15 Apr 2014 09:22:58 +0000<![CDATA[ We are excited to announce our new Form Calculation Widget, an amazingly powerful math engine for your forms. We've worked together with many JotForm users to find the perfect set of calculation features to make this widget easy, fun and powerful. So, if you are looking to introduce simple ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-calculator-widget/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-calculator-widget/ProductTue, 18 Mar 2014 09:22:05 +0000<![CDATA[ I am excited about the growth we have been seeing with Form Templates. It has turned out to be the greatest addition we've made to Jotform. We released it almost two years ago and the usage numbers are staggering. People have shared 5,000 forms on Form Templates. And, those templa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/5000-form-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/5000-form-templates/ProductTue, 25 Feb 2014 07:29:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Photoshop CC is no longer for sale. You can only rent it and pay a monthly fee to be allowed to use it. This does not appeal to everybody and I personally know more former Photoshop users who reject that licensing model than those who embrace it. As I was a regular updater anyway, the new mode of o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/not-up-for-creative-cloud-10-professional-alternatives-to-photoshop-cc-80631/https://www.jotform.com/blog/not-up-for-creative-cloud-10-professional-alternatives-to-photoshop-cc-80631/AdviceFri, 31 Jan 2014 12:00:55 +0000<![CDATA[ It is one of the worst feelings. Spending hours on a document and suddenly losing it all. We all have horror stories. We chalk it up as a learning experience and move on. That's actually a good way to learn to save our work and keep regular backups. On a personal level, I re-live this feeling pr...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-revision-history/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-revision-history/ProductThu, 30 Jan 2014 04:48:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Since jotText is no longer available, you can consider setting up WebHooks application.   https://youtu.be/Ss9aOa3S1v0 jotText is an SMS service for your JotForm forms. jotText can send text notifications to you when someone completes one of your forms. It can also help you create market...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jottext-sms-service/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jottext-sms-service/ProductMon, 20 Jan 2014 06:45:13 +0000<![CDATA[ December 2019 update: Leftronic is no longer serving as an analytics dashboard tool as they have rebranded themselves as a business blog. You can choose one of the alternatives listed among Jotform's Analytics & Reporting integrations. Leftronic is a web based service that allows you to crea...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/leftronic-dashboard/https://www.jotform.com/blog/leftronic-dashboard/ProductThu, 09 Jan 2014 07:09:35 +0000<![CDATA[ The FileSystem-API allows the creation of files and folders as well as their local storage using JavaScript. Files can be simple text files, but even more complex files such as images are possible. Modern Webkit browsers with HTML5 support are already able to handle the FileSystem-API. We show you ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-filesystem-api-create-files-store-locally-using-javascript-webkit/https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-filesystem-api-create-files-store-locally-using-javascript-webkit/AdviceThu, 19 Dec 2013 12:00:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Today, we are releasing JotForm Form Widgets. What is a form widget? It is basically a field you can add to your form. It could be a youtube video or a drawing board. Widgets let you create better forms with less effort. What makes this announcement so exciting is that we are releasing Form Widg...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/250-form-widgets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/250-form-widgets/ProductTue, 03 Dec 2013 07:55:26 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve just released a translation tool for your forms to help you reach a global audience much better. It will help your visitors control the form language which in return, bring you higher conversion and satisfaction rates. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njE_XvPGeHs See the translation fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/multilingual-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/multilingual-forms/ProductWed, 06 Nov 2013 19:24:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Here at Jotform, we know that data management tools are essential. That’s why we’re always developing new features that help our users spend less time on tedious tasks and focus more on what matters. Let’s take a look at 10 Jotform integrations and tools that will make handling your data a breez...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-data-management-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-data-management-apps/ProductThu, 24 Oct 2013 03:44:01 +0000<![CDATA[ The Gimp is where you go, if you don’t go for Photoshop. There is no other free alternative with such a grand feature-set. There is only little that can’t be done using Gimp. The large community behind the project works on getting this little even smaller. Did you know that there are really great t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-of-gimp-40-professional-tutorials-to-level-up-your-skills-79428/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-of-gimp-40-professional-tutorials-to-level-up-your-skills-79428/AdviceTue, 08 Oct 2013 08:30:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Today, we are releasing Jotform Integrations. A platform for software developers to showcase their integrations made for Jotform users. What makes this announcement exciting is that we are releasing Jotform Integrations with 100 ready-to-use integrations. You will love them! Congratulations!...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/100-form-apps/https://www.jotform.com/blog/100-form-apps/ProductThu, 03 Oct 2013 07:58:55 +0000<![CDATA[ A straightforward navigation structure can increase the usability of your website, and make information easy to find. By using basic HTML and CSS, you can build a horizontal nav bar that provides interaction when a user hovers over a navigation link. Hey, not THAT kind of bar…Photo by Kurt Liebh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/building-an-interactive-navigation-bar-with-htmlcss-78732/https://www.jotform.com/blog/building-an-interactive-navigation-bar-with-htmlcss-78732/AdviceThu, 29 Aug 2013 08:30:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Vintage and retro effects, those that make images look dated, are common and beloved, while at the same time simple to create. It only takes a few steps in Adobe Photoshop to design that cool retro poster or that auld frame around the latest photo or to let that all too clean graphic age a few deca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/photoshop-time-travel-40-retro-and-vintage-effects-for-that-aged-look-you-dont-want-to-see-in-the-mirror-78570/https://www.jotform.com/blog/photoshop-time-travel-40-retro-and-vintage-effects-for-that-aged-look-you-dont-want-to-see-in-the-mirror-78570/AdviceTue, 27 Aug 2013 08:30:06 +0000<![CDATA[ We have some exciting news to share today! We have recently released an API to build apps for Jotform. We are now celebrating our new API with a competition for software developers. The grand prize is $5,000. https://www.jotform.com/developers/competition Our goal is to encourage developer...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-developer-competition/https://www.jotform.com/blog/announcing-jotform-developer-competition/ProductWed, 21 Aug 2013 08:46:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Hello everyone! If you are a fan of Jeanette's weekly newsletter you probably already know that the Jotform Team has been kind of silent in the last month. Well, we have been busy improving our API and building real apps on top of it. Apps We are not ready to release these apps. They are stil...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/whats-cooking-in-the-jotform-kitchen/https://www.jotform.com/blog/whats-cooking-in-the-jotform-kitchen/ProductFri, 02 Aug 2013 07:02:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Autocompletion is a pattern that all web users are familiar with. When you do a search, your search engine suggests terms. When you type a new email message, your mail client suggest recipients. This functionality, however, has not been available to web developers without a nontrivial amount of Jav...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-datalists-what-you-need-to-know-78024/https://www.jotform.com/blog/html5-datalists-what-you-need-to-know-78024/AdviceTue, 23 Jul 2013 08:30:07 +0000<![CDATA[ We are excited to announce a new development on JotForm: You can now send emails from your own email address. Simply setup your email account on JotForm and we will use your SMTP server to send emails. Many of JotForm users create forms for their clients or organizations. Or, they send autorespo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/simple-mail-transfer-protocol/https://www.jotform.com/blog/simple-mail-transfer-protocol/ProductThu, 11 Jul 2013 06:54:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Webhook is a technique used to send HTTP POST notifications to a URL. They can be used to connect apps together or just send data. We are excited to release webhooks on JotForm. You can now get your form submissions posted to a URL. https://youtu.be/3xDXC6uaLew You can setup webhooks form y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/send-instant-submission-notifications-with-webhooks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/send-instant-submission-notifications-with-webhooks/ProductTue, 02 Jul 2013 14:17:59 +0000<![CDATA[ Bootstrap is the young star that is getting all the attention lately. Released in August of 2011, even Twitter may not have known how big it would get. As of June 2013, it is still the most popular GitHub development project with over 52k stars and over 16k forks. Bootstrap can be mind-blowing when...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-killer-resources-to-rock-your-next-bootstrap-project-77553/https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-killer-resources-to-rock-your-next-bootstrap-project-77553/AdviceFri, 28 Jun 2013 15:00:24 +0000<![CDATA[ We interviewed 11 JotForm users about their story. We asked them how they use Jotform in their industry and how they suggest it to their collegues. One common answer was that no matter how they use Jotform, they find JotForm's extensive validation and conditional logic features very useful. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/11-user-interviews/https://www.jotform.com/blog/11-user-interviews/Customer StoriesWed, 19 Jun 2013 08:37:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Today, we are releasing Embed Form Plugin for WordPress. Using Embed Form Plugin adding a form to your blog post is very easy. Simply click on the JotForm icon on your post editor (JotForm icon appears if Classic editor block is selected. You can pick a form with a simple click of a button r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-form-plugin-for-wordpress/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-form-plugin-for-wordpress/ProductFri, 07 Jun 2013 04:52:38 +0000<![CDATA[ We are excited to bring JotForm Feedback Buttons to Wordpress. The first rule of creating a great web site is to make sure that you can get feedback from your visitors. You want both quality and quantity. Feedback buttons are the best tool for the job. If there is a problem on your site you w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-feedback-button/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wordpress-feedback-button/ProductFri, 31 May 2013 03:11:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Since we released JotForm Anywhere two months ago we have received great interest about it. JoForm Anywhere is an easy way to add form building capabilities to any web site builder. We work closely with the companies to make sure the integration is flawless. Breezi and Sidengo were first to impleme...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-anywhere/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-anywhere/ProductThu, 23 May 2013 10:11:01 +0000<![CDATA[ Entering long text on the browser textarea can be painful. That's why we are always on the lookout for improvements we can make on the form user interface. Today, we are excited to release two new additions to our Text Area field. You can see a demo form here. Rich Text Editor Instead of just...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-editor-options-for-text-area-fields/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-editor-options-for-text-area-fields/ProductThu, 23 May 2013 04:33:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Fonts, this is the new name of the former Google Web Fonts, the well-known web font directory under Open Source license. There is nothing new to this announcement, other than the name change. You might associate the possibility to not only use Google Fonts on the web with the new name. Yet, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/skyfonts-the-best-way-to-use-google-fonts-on-your-desktop-76799/https://www.jotform.com/blog/skyfonts-the-best-way-to-use-google-fonts-on-your-desktop-76799/AdviceMon, 13 May 2013 12:00:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Box is a simple and secure file sharing platform used by 150,000 businesses. It is great for storing files online, secure file sharing, mobile content management, project collaboration and document management. Today, we are excited to announce our integration with Box. You can now connect your f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/box-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/box-integration/ProductMon, 13 May 2013 09:16:51 +0000<![CDATA[ Best products give users what they need without the hassle. When you take a good product, remove most of its features, and just leave the most important features something interesting happens. Logically, less features should mean an inferior product. But, in reality something else happ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/instantly-brewed-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/instantly-brewed-forms/ProductFri, 03 May 2013 05:22:45 +0000<![CDATA[ iContact is a great email and social marketing service for web sites. Today, we are excited to announce our integration with iContact. You can now setup your forms to send your responses to iContact automatically. Integrating your forms with your iContact account is pretty easy. Open your form o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/icontact-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/icontact-integration/ProductWed, 24 Apr 2013 03:22:02 +0000<![CDATA[ [This is an email I sent to Jotform Support Team mailing list. Support team works remotely from all over the world. We have team members from Philippines, El Salvador, US, Canada, UK, Ukraine, India, Sri Lanka, Kenya and Barbados. Since many Jotform users also have their own customers I wanted shar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/support-team-checklist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/support-team-checklist/ProductTue, 16 Apr 2013 09:19:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Today, we are releasing a Google Drive App for Jotform. Once you install this app you can create Jotform forms from your Google Drive account. It is a great way to integrate your forms with with Google Drive. You can then access your form submissions and uploaded files from Google Drive. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-drive-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-drive-app/ProductTue, 09 Apr 2013 10:12:08 +0000<![CDATA[ Mad Mimi was retired as of August 30, 2024. We're working on moving this integration to Godaddy Digital Marketing. Visit Mad Mimi is being discontinued to learn more. Mad Mimi is a simple lovely email newsletter service. You can create great looking email newsletters using Mad Mimi. Today, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mad-mimi-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mad-mimi-integration/ProductMon, 08 Apr 2013 04:30:58 +0000<![CDATA[ The way to improve your website is not to try to come up with grand ideas. It's to make small improvements every single day. The best websites find ways to continuously learn from their users.  Run Usability Tests If you have never run usability tests on your site in the past I can guara...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-your-website/https://www.jotform.com/blog/improving-your-website/AdviceWed, 03 Apr 2013 03:07:14 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: As of March 2023, the extension is no longer available. We are excited to release a Chrome Extension for Jotform Users. Don't wait for emails to arrive: Get notified instantly! To install the Notifier for Chrome click on ADD TO CHROME button on the Chrome Web Store Jotform N...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/chrome-instant-notifier/https://www.jotform.com/blog/chrome-instant-notifier/ProductFri, 15 Mar 2013 10:33:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Today, we are releasing a widget for website editors: JotForm Anywhere. JotForm Anywhere is a JavaScript SDK that allows any web page builder to bring all capabilities of JotForm to their users. We have a simple demo that shows how it works. You can download both client side and server side code...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-anywhere-embed/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-anywhere-embed/ProductWed, 13 Mar 2013 07:33:25 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s 2022, and we’re still killing trees, printing contracts, signing them with pen, scanning, and emailing them. If your form requires an electronic signature, you don’t need to waste any more time scanning and emailing. With Jotform Sign, you can add an e-signature element to your form and ask yo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/e-signatures/https://www.jotform.com/products/sign/e-signatures/ProductThu, 21 Feb 2013 09:00:59 +0000<![CDATA[ This pricing change had been made in 2013. For the up-to-date prices of Jotform, please visit our pricing page. I’m very excited to announce a brand new My Account section for Jotform accounts. To access it click on the Account link on the site navigation profile button. If you are not alre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-account-section-and-pricing/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-account-section-and-pricing/ProductFri, 08 Feb 2013 10:39:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Last week, we have passed the 1 million user mark.  I’d like to take a moment to thank all JotForm users for helping us grow. Your feedback, your love and your trust has brought us today. Today, I’d like to share what I have learned growing a site to 1 million users. Most of JotForm users h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/one-million-users/https://www.jotform.com/blog/one-million-users/BackstageTue, 29 Jan 2013 04:25:25 +0000<![CDATA[ All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy! That’s why we blow off steam time to time with our culture of hackathons. In these events, our engineers are free to work on whatever they choose. The goal on our recent hackathon was to improve our (not yet publicly released) API. Our engineers were a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotform-labs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/introducing-jotform-labs/ProductFri, 21 Dec 2012 10:47:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Over the years, My Forms page became more and more cluttered. We have just released a more clean and modern look. We hope that you will like it. Please feel free to share your comments below. Using new Inbox feature, you can quickly review your recently received submissions without leaving the p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-look-myforms-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-look-myforms-page/ProductFri, 23 Nov 2012 07:41:36 +0000<![CDATA[ Zapier is a web service that let’s you connect web services. You can get data from a web service such as JotForm and sync it to over 100 other web services. The great thing about it is that once you setup the integration, it will keep working on the background. Here are some possible use cases o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zapier-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zapier-integration/ProductTue, 23 Oct 2012 09:56:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting credit card payments is hard for startups and small businesses on the web. You need to apply for a merchant account, make sure your servers are PCI compliant, implement credit card sanity checks and write server side code to integrate with a service such as Authorize.net. These things ca...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-payment-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stripe-payment-form/IndustriesFri, 12 Oct 2012 07:12:33 +0000<![CDATA[ Solve (formerly known as Solve360) is a modern cloud based CRM with features to manage projects. Solve is very easy to setup and use. Solve allows you to store all kinds of information in the CRM, and use it as a shared email database. We are excited to announce our integration with Solve CRM. Y...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/solve360-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/solve360-integration/ProductTue, 02 Oct 2012 07:53:05 +0000<![CDATA[ We are very excited to announce our new integration with Google Drive. You can now send files uploaded on your forms directly to your Google Drive folder. Google Drive is a great way to share your files among different computers and mobile devices. Integrating your form with your Google Driv...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-drive-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-drive-integration/ProductMon, 24 Sep 2012 09:35:41 +0000<![CDATA[ As a member of the design community you have probably heard the expression ‘KISS’ before. For those of you who haven’t, it stands for ‘Keep it Simple Stupid’. It’s an established design rule that you should not over-complicate your layouts, but rather focus on the core aims for your page. The troub...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/kiss-a-showcase-of-beautifully-simple-blog-design-71654/https://www.jotform.com/blog/kiss-a-showcase-of-beautifully-simple-blog-design-71654/AdviceMon, 17 Sep 2012 18:35:46 +0000<![CDATA[ With the growing number of screen resolutions, devices that support an internet connection (desktop computer, laptops, but also tablets, mobile, TVs, and even your fridge someday), flexibility and scalability has become more and more important for websites. With the new arrival of the MacBook Pro R...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/svg-clickable-71346/https://www.jotform.com/blog/svg-clickable-71346/AdviceMon, 10 Sep 2012 13:54:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Most of your users use Gmail, Facebook, Instagram, Evernote, Dropbox, Box and many other web services to store files online. Uploading files from those accounts to your online form was impossible. Until now! With Filepicker.io integration users can now access the cloud and upload files to your o...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/inkfilepickerio-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/inkfilepickerio-integration/ProductTue, 21 Aug 2012 11:44:07 +0000<![CDATA[ Typography is not just about the arrangement and placement of letters and words, rather it has become a field of art where artists can express themselves solely through the use of different styles of fonts with varying sizes. Typography has continued to expand as an art, though one must always heed...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/3d-text-effects-ultimate-collection-photoshop-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/3d-text-effects-ultimate-collection-photoshop-tutorials/AdviceThu, 09 Aug 2012 09:22:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Watercolor is one of the oldest and arguably greatest techniques of painting. A style that is becoming more and more popular. The upsurge in popularity is most assuredly owed, in no small part, to its versatility and simplicity, which give one an opportunity to experiment with the medium. Not only ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/runny-paints-modern-watercolor-portraits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/runny-paints-modern-watercolor-portraits/AdviceFri, 20 Jul 2012 10:00:20 +0000<![CDATA[ There aren’t many video game characters that are in the consciousness of the general public, however Mario certainly has made great strides in this area. It’s rare to meet someone who has not heard of the Italian plumber named Mario, but those who don’t play video games often may be unaware of his ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-evolution-of-mario/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-evolution-of-mario/AdviceTue, 17 Jul 2012 10:01:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you want to take your relationship with your website visitors to the next level? Zoho CRM is a customer relationship management (CRM) service to help observe your relationships anywhere from some popular social networks to mobile phones. Here’s how our newest integration with Zoho CRM works. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoho-crm-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/zoho-crm-integration/ProductFri, 13 Jul 2012 09:09:21 +0000<![CDATA[ The film titles, the American graphic designer, Saul Bass designed between 1954 and 1995 not only helped bring graphic design to the attention of Hollywood, and to the forefront of the sixties art movements, but revolutionized the way we watch films. From being regarded as an annoying legality – th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/saul-bass-the-evolution-artist/https://www.jotform.com/blog/saul-bass-the-evolution-artist/AdviceMon, 02 Jul 2012 10:03:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Creating a survey form is a tedious task if you don’t know where to start. Let’s start briefly, there are two types of surveys, one is for the total population which has high costs and is very time consuming and the other one is achieved by determining a sample group which will infer information ab...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-guide-to-creating-the-perfect-survey-form/https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-guide-to-creating-the-perfect-survey-form/AdviceMon, 18 Jun 2012 08:50:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Highrise is a Customer Relationship Management software which helps you track people, conversations, and tasks to keep your relationships fresh. Be prepared to make a difference for your business. With JotForm’s Highrise integration, you’ll be able to track contacts & tasks since you cannot ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/highrise-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/highrise-integration/ProductTue, 12 Jun 2012 09:10:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Without a doubt Google Maps has opened new windows to our world and enabled us to look at ourselves a little differently. The ingenuity of 3rd party developers using the Google Maps API has created a dazzling array of apps and tools that range from the brilliant to the bizarre. Here are 30 of the c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/collection-of-the-coolest-uses-of-the-google-maps-api/https://www.jotform.com/blog/collection-of-the-coolest-uses-of-the-google-maps-api/AdviceTue, 22 May 2012 10:03:41 +0000<![CDATA[ We are excited to release our integration with Freshbooks! Freshbooks is online accounting software that makes invoicing painless and efficient, at a much lower cost. Freshbooks helps everyone from small and medium-sized businesses to freelancers create professional looking invoices, and they ma...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshbook-integrations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/freshbook-integrations/ProductMon, 14 May 2012 10:04:03 +0000<![CDATA[ McDonald’s is one of the most well known fast food brands in the world because of its comprehensive approach to advertising and marketing. The food and beverage company uses a combination of digital, print, and TV ads to communicate their product offering, which appeals to a large audience. With Mc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mcmarketing-mcdonalds-marketing-and-advertising-hits-and-pits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mcmarketing-mcdonalds-marketing-and-advertising-hits-and-pits/AdviceWed, 09 May 2012 10:12:17 +0000<![CDATA[ We are very excited to announce the new integration with Google Docs. You can now get JotForm to send form responses to a Google Docs spreadsheet instantly. What I love about this integration is that it is so unbelievably fast. When you submit a form, the entries show up on your Google Docs spre...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-spreadsheet-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/google-spreadsheet-integration/ProductMon, 07 May 2012 10:56:14 +0000<![CDATA[ We released Form Templates a week ago. It turned out to be an amazing success beyond our expectations. Today, I’d like to share some numbers with you. Huge Traffic In the first week, Form Templates received 100,000 page views by 55,000 unique visitors. Forms Created from Templates “Use ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-templates-first-week-in-numbers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-templates-first-week-in-numbers/BackstageThu, 03 May 2012 10:19:30 +0000<![CDATA[ We have just released Form Templates Gallery. You can browse over 500 form templates and use them for free. https://www.jotform.com/form-templates/ ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/worlds-largest-collection-of-online-form-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/worlds-largest-collection-of-online-form-templates/ProductFri, 27 Apr 2012 12:29:39 +0000<![CDATA[ We are happy to release the world’s largest collection of form templates. It is all FREE and ready to use today! https://www.jotform.com/form-templates/ Blazingly Fast One of our main design goals was to make sure that the form templates can be found and consumed quickly. To accomplish thi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/500-form-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/500-form-templates/ProductWed, 25 Apr 2012 08:38:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Salesforce is probably the most popular Customer Relationship Management tool. What makes it great is that it is highly customizable. You can customize the data fields for your contacts and leads according to your business needs. Today, we are happy to announce our new integration with Salesforc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-flexible-data-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/salesforce-flexible-data-integration/ProductThu, 19 Apr 2012 08:55:52 +0000<![CDATA[ Do you spend a lot of time on the JotForm site? If you do you will love this addition. We spend all of our time on the JotForm site. Well, let’s just say things can get a little boring when you look at the same screen day and night every day. We are happy to introduce background themes for the J...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/spicing-up-your-jotform-experience/https://www.jotform.com/blog/spicing-up-your-jotform-experience/ProductWed, 18 Apr 2012 08:45:57 +0000<![CDATA[ We always want to make sure JotForm users can accomplish their tasks quickly. Creating a form from scratch can sometimes feel daunting and time consuming. You have to spend a lot of time to come up with the questions and answer options. You may need to research on the google about similar forms. It...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-templates-beta-testers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-templates-beta-testers/ProductWed, 18 Apr 2012 04:12:08 +0000<![CDATA[ TV show logos have become an art. They create recognizable brands that become an important part of a show’s off-air life and legacy. The eclipsing O of “Heroes”, the periodic elements of “Breaking Bad”, the film-negative “X-files”, these title pieces have become instantly recognizable, and help mak...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/television-typography-showcase-of-memorable-tv-show-logos/https://www.jotform.com/blog/television-typography-showcase-of-memorable-tv-show-logos/AdviceFri, 13 Apr 2012 10:00:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Constant Contact is one of the most popular email marketing services. You can use Constant Contact to stay in contact with your users and build strong relations with your customers. Today, we are happy to announce integration with Constant Contact! You can easily add integration to your for...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/constant-contact-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/constant-contact-integration/ProductThu, 05 Apr 2012 07:26:08 +0000<![CDATA[ AWeber is one of the oldest and most popular email marketing services. They have over 100,000 paying customers for their service. Many of our customers requested us to implement a way to integrate Jotform forms AWeber. We’ve heard you and today, we have a good news! We are happy to announce our ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/aweber-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/aweber-integration/ProductFri, 30 Mar 2012 06:01:49 +0000<![CDATA[ We are very excited to announce our integration with Campaign Monitor. You can now easily sync your web form contacts with your mailing lists. Then, send beautiful email newsletters and announcements to the people who filled your forms. Campaign Monitor is a marketing software for web designers ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/campaign-monitor-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/campaign-monitor-integration/ProductThu, 22 Mar 2012 11:38:18 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the common problems JotForm users encounter is to send newsletter emails to people who previously filled their forms. There are really great tools to send emails, and one of them is Mailchimp. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETh1bWk4SUY Mailchimp is a great tool to send beautiful new...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailchimp-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mailchimp-integration/ProductFri, 16 Mar 2012 08:52:04 +0000<![CDATA[ You have created a beautiful web form using Jotform. You are almost ready to post it on your web site. Unfortunately, the submit button does not look fine. What do you do? In the past, we recommended using Inject Customer CSS to beautify submit buttons. But, that’s usually too much work for most pe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/submit-button-styles/https://www.jotform.com/blog/submit-button-styles/ProductFri, 09 Mar 2012 11:35:10 +0000<![CDATA[ With an increase in the number, diversity and complexity of smartphones, more and more companies want to have their own mobile app, but creating a native app can be pretty expensive. It requires special skills, as well as special coding tools, and then there is also the need to build an app per pla...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jquery-mobile-tutorial-creating-a-restaurant-picker-web-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jquery-mobile-tutorial-creating-a-restaurant-picker-web-app/AdviceThu, 08 Mar 2012 10:02:56 +0000<![CDATA[ We're happy to share a good news with you. The domain suspension at jotform.com has been lifted. If you have changed your forms to one of the alternative domains, you can keep them as they are. We will keep the new domains permanently. I wish we could provide more details about what happene...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/46-jotform-com-is-back-online/https://www.jotform.com/blog/46-jotform-com-is-back-online/Latest ArticlesFri, 17 Feb 2012 10:11:33 +0000<![CDATA[ As a part of an ongoing investigation about a content posted in our site, a US government agency has temporarily suspended our jotform.com domain. We are fully cooperating with them, but it is not possible to say when the domain would be unblocked. To make sure your forms continue operating, ple...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/45-jotform-com-suspended/https://www.jotform.com/blog/45-jotform-com-suspended/Latest ArticlesWed, 15 Feb 2012 09:42:50 +0000<![CDATA[ Our last blog post was about our impressive growth numbers in 2011. So, today, we asked the JotForm Development Team for their productivity tips. You might see some inconsistencies in the way the ideas are presented. This is a collaborative work and we did not want to edit out any personalities of ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-secrets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/productivity-secrets/ProductFri, 10 Feb 2012 12:12:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Valentine’s Day is around the corner and designers are eager to try out their creative skills. With the holiday comes a time of bright colors, attractive graphics and shimmering effects which can make for some romantic manipulations. We have collected some very useful tutorials, which will help you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-valentines-day-graphic-design-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/top-valentines-day-graphic-design-tutorials/IndustriesFri, 10 Feb 2012 10:00:51 +0000<![CDATA[ We are all excited and fired up about 2012. We’d like to thank each of you for participating in the JotForm Story this past year. We thought this is also a good time to reflect on 2011. This was the best year we have had by far. Doubled Our Userbase! Number of users: Increased from 350,000 to...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/2011-in-numbers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/2011-in-numbers/ProductFri, 13 Jan 2012 07:19:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Tutorials are one of the best ways to learn and practice new tricks using Illustrator’s various tools. Learning through a step-by-step AI tutorial not only assists you in twisting the tools, but will also let you learn how to combine them in order to generate innovative and compound vector artwork,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-fresh-and-useful-adobe-illustrator-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-fresh-and-useful-adobe-illustrator-tutorials/AdviceThu, 05 Jan 2012 10:00:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Employing seamless patterns are an extraordinary way to give your design some additional depth and personality. Either by delicately highlighting important areas or for producing a background that will elevate your layout design to top notch status. In this post you will unearth all types of ass...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-useful-and-free-seamless-pattern-sets/https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-useful-and-free-seamless-pattern-sets/AdviceWed, 14 Dec 2011 12:00:42 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: As of January 2019, our integration with Wishbox has been discontinued. Feel free to check out our free, customizable feedback form templates! When we released Wishbox two weeks ago, it was very exciting to see so many people come and try it. More importantly, we received vast amoun...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-reloaded/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-reloaded/BackstageWed, 07 Dec 2011 07:26:03 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: As of January 2019, our integration with Wishbox has been discontinued. Feel free to check out our free, customizable feedback form templates! Yesterday’s Wishbox Launch was probably the most fun we have ever had on a software release. Wishbox was featured on Techcrunch, TheNex...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-launch-funny-screenshots/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-launch-funny-screenshots/ProductWed, 23 Nov 2011 05:40:15 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: As of January 2019, our integration with Wishbox has been discontinued. Feel free to check out our free, customizable feedback form templates! When Google+ released earlier this year, it received over 1 million feedback messages in the first month. They used one of those feedba...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-feedback-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-feedback-tools/ProductTue, 22 Nov 2011 07:27:15 +0000<![CDATA[ The business card remains one of the most effective ways of promoting yourself and your brand offline. Business cards are regularly exchanged at conferences, expos, meetings, interviews and more. With so many printing services offering fantastic deals (large quantities of cards at low rates); it is...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-free-photoshop-business-card-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-free-photoshop-business-card-templates/AdviceFri, 18 Nov 2011 10:00:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Over the years, Adobe Illustrator has become one of the top applications for creating vector illustrations. There is almost nothing you can’t make in Illustrator. It is a powerful tool for creating vectors for all kind of logos, websites, icons, business cards, print materials, etc. One of the best...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-and-tricks-increase-the-realism-of-your-vector-images-in-adobe-illustrator/https://www.jotform.com/blog/tips-and-tricks-increase-the-realism-of-your-vector-images-in-adobe-illustrator/IndustriesMon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:44 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: As of January 2019, our integration with Wishbox has been discontinued. Feel free to check out our free, customizable feedback form templates! We started running Wisbox Beta with a small group of users. Here are some comments we received from them: "works really g...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-is-the-coolest/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-is-the-coolest/ProductTue, 01 Nov 2011 03:27:30 +0000<![CDATA[ We see hundreds of web forms every day and often encounter forms that are created so carelessly. Some only have a title or just a user name field. Some don’t even have any text at all. These little tips & tweaks will help you create more professional looking contact forms and also improve ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-practices-for-contact-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-practices-for-contact-forms/AdviceMon, 31 Oct 2011 10:22:10 +0000<![CDATA[ A/B testing is a great way to improve the response rates of your forms. It can really affect your bottom line if you have lead generation or event registration forms. JotForm is the quickest way to create web forms, and it turns out you can easily A/B test these forms without breaking a sweat. I...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ab-test-web-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ab-test-web-forms/AdviceWed, 26 Oct 2011 08:57:09 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: As of January 2019, our integration with Wishbox has been discontinued. Feel free to check out our free, customizable feedback form templates! How would you like to become a beta tester for our new product? We are only weeks away from releasing "Wishbox", a  new way to col...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-a-new-way-to-collect-feedback-from-your-users/https://www.jotform.com/blog/wishbox-a-new-way-to-collect-feedback-from-your-users/ProductTue, 18 Oct 2011 10:50:10 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the most popular features of JotForm is integration with payment gateways. It takes only few minutes to create an order form and post it on your site. Your order forms can be for a product, event registration, membership subscription or donation. We looked at the data to see which payment...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/popular-payment-gateways/https://www.jotform.com/blog/popular-payment-gateways/IndustriesMon, 17 Oct 2011 04:55:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Most people think of a yogurt brand when they hear, “Swiss style.” As designers, we may be a bit more familiar with the Swiss school of design. Some call it the evolution of modern design. Others may think of it as just a step to where design style is now. Both may be correct. Josef Müller-B...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/josef-muller-brockmann-principal-of-the-swiss-school/https://www.jotform.com/blog/josef-muller-brockmann-principal-of-the-swiss-school/AdviceTue, 20 Sep 2011 12:00:33 +0000<![CDATA[ In this tutorial we will be learning how to create a Magnifying glass in perspective in Adobe Illustrator. When it comes to creating semi-realistic vector illustrations the most important items are to find the easiest way to create them, make sure to create reliability and to try to keep from creat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/magnifying-glass-tutorial-for-adobe-illustrator/https://www.jotform.com/blog/magnifying-glass-tutorial-for-adobe-illustrator/AdviceMon, 19 Sep 2011 12:00:20 +0000<![CDATA[ What Happened On September 19th, Friday, 3:30 EST. We were hit by a massive DDoS attack. The DDoS attack (probably caused by our recent crackdown on phishers) was so massive and sudden that it took down our data center's firewall even before reaching us. In fact, our servers did not even see an ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/friday-ddos-attack/https://www.jotform.com/blog/friday-ddos-attack/AdviceMon, 19 Sep 2011 05:20:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Bet you don't know many of the features listed below! If you do know most of these then you must be a JotForm pro! For the rest of us, let's take a look at them in our path to JotForm nirvana. 1) Option Groups in Drop-Downs This is truly a hidden feature! It makes your dropdown questions more...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-useful-jotform-features/https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-useful-jotform-features/ProductThu, 08 Sep 2011 12:44:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Many websites these days have some form of welcome area on their homepage. Welcome pages generally act as an introduction for new visitors, explain the website and often prompt an action on the part of the user. Website welcome pages are typically more prevalent at personal websites, portfolios,...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/traits-of-successful-website-welcome-pages/https://www.jotform.com/blog/traits-of-successful-website-welcome-pages/AdviceTue, 06 Sep 2011 12:00:38 +0000<![CDATA[ Figuring out how a document has changed from one version to another isn’t always the easiest task. It’s further complicated when that document is long or complex, like source code. The tools collected here can help you analyze and compare your documents and files, as well as merge them if necess...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/useful-document-and-file-comparison-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/useful-document-and-file-comparison-tools/AdviceFri, 26 Aug 2011 12:00:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigation is such an important part of your website. It’s how your visitors navigate to the main areas of your site and makes it easy for them to find your good content. CSS is of course the perfect language for designing beautiful navigation menus. It can be applied to any type of website and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/great-css-menu-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/great-css-menu-tutorials/AdviceTue, 23 Aug 2011 12:00:18 +0000<![CDATA[ Yesterday we received two separate comments about our support. One was good and one was not so good. :) The Good: "Probably the best customer support I've come across on the net...ever!" (yazgar) The Bad: "does this "escalation" or "increasing the priority" thing ever have any impact ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/support-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/support-tools/ProductWed, 10 Aug 2011 10:06:25 +0000<![CDATA[ What is the biggest difference between an online store and a brick-and-mortar store? Other than on one you can shop with your underpants? I'd say the biggest difference is that on a brick-and-mortar store you can get feedback much easier. Shoppers will tell you when you are missing an item they are...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/8-reasons-to-add-a-feedback-button/https://www.jotform.com/blog/8-reasons-to-add-a-feedback-button/IndustriesMon, 08 Aug 2011 09:13:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Today we will will go through creation process of a Medieval Knight Shield in Adobe Illustrator. We will try to create nice, shiny Shield that can be used as the website icon or a company  logo. Creation process is quite simple. All we have to do is to use simple shape as ellipse, to distort i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-knight-s-shield-in-illustrator/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-knight-s-shield-in-illustrator/AdviceSun, 17 Jul 2011 16:42:34 +0000<![CDATA[ Sunset color palettes are palettes developed from colors existing in images of sunsets. They typically have variations of orange, but can include shades of blue, pink, purple, and red. Often the palette will include not only colors from the sun and sky, but also the ground upon which the sun is ref...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sunrise-color-palettes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sunrise-color-palettes/AdviceThu, 07 Jul 2011 12:00:26 +0000<![CDATA[ In this tutorial we will demonstrate how to create realistic Soccer ball in Adobe Illustrator. Creating an illustration like this may seem complicated, but we will try to keep it simple. There are many different ways to create a Soccer ball, but we will use the simplest method – tracing the referen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-realistic-soccer-ball-in-adobe-illustrator/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-realistic-soccer-ball-in-adobe-illustrator/AdviceTue, 14 Jun 2011 12:00:57 +0000<![CDATA[ Photographers often turn to sunsets to capture some spectacular and vibrant color palettes painted across Mother Nature’s canvas. The sky turns so many different shades as the sun sinks behind the horizon, that you find many saying that sunset is a time of inspiration. As designers, we can turn to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sunsets-and-color-palettes-inspiration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sunsets-and-color-palettes-inspiration/AdviceTue, 07 Jun 2011 12:00:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Today we’re going to show you a detailed step-by-step guide on how to create a glamorous portrait using a stock reference. The final result will be 100% vector; therefore will retain its scalable properties. This walk through is ideal for those an intermediate to advanced knowledge of Illustrator. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-glamorous-portrait-using-adobe-illustrator/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-a-glamorous-portrait-using-adobe-illustrator/AdviceFri, 06 May 2011 11:30:44 +0000<![CDATA[ Collecting files from your customers can be a very exhausting experience, especially if they are coming from all around the world, in massive amounts. Today, we just wanted to point out how Jotform can improve your and your customers' experience without causing a mess. Here is the list: U...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/8-great-new-reasons-to-use-jotform-for-your-upload-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/8-great-new-reasons-to-use-jotform-for-your-upload-forms/ProductThu, 05 May 2011 11:01:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Facebook Live is hosting President Obama today in a Townhall event at the company’s Palo Alto headquarters in CA. How does this relate to us? It turns out that Facebook Marketing Team decided to use JotForm to power up the “Ask a Question” button right below the live video feed. We have be...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ask-president-obama-on-facebook-live-townhall/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ask-president-obama-on-facebook-live-townhall/BackstageWed, 20 Apr 2011 08:44:47 +0000<![CDATA[ Typography could be considered the most important part of any design. It’s definitely among the most important elements of any design project. And yet it’s often the part of a design that’s left for last, or barely considered at all. Designers are often intimidated by typography, which can result i...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-crash-course-in-typography-the-basics-of-type/https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-crash-course-in-typography-the-basics-of-type/AdviceMon, 28 Mar 2011 11:45:18 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re designers, so it makes sense that a lot of us are visual learners and do better looking at charts and graphs than reading an article or listening to a podcast. Typography and color are two great topics that are perfectly suited for infographics, charts, and other graphical learning tools. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/design-charts-for-better-typography-and-color/https://www.jotform.com/blog/design-charts-for-better-typography-and-color/AdviceMon, 21 Mar 2011 13:04:05 +0000<![CDATA[ Most of us have different tastes in music. That’s why it’s not easy designing a music wallpaper for everyone’s taste. We’ve gathered a nice collection for you today with over 40 music-related wallpapers for all you music lovers out there. Take a look and feel free to share your opinions with us. En...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stylish-music-wallpapers-for-your-taste/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stylish-music-wallpapers-for-your-taste/IndustriesWed, 16 Mar 2011 11:08:27 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re happy to announce that it is now possible to connect your Jotform forms with your Dropbox account. You can access your uploaded files instantly on your computer or mobile phone. We are big fans of Dropbox. It's a great way to share your files among different computers and mobile devices. I...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-dropbox-forms-with-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/create-dropbox-forms-with-jotform/ProductMon, 14 Mar 2011 06:51:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Editor's Note: This post was originally published on March 2011. The link for Jotform User Guide in PDF Format has been removed since. Jotform user guide is pretty much alive though, in which you will find hundreds of user guides that will help you get the most of Jotform. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/download-jotform-user-guide/https://www.jotform.com/blog/download-jotform-user-guide/ProductMon, 14 Mar 2011 05:37:50 +0000<![CDATA[ We're excited to announce new features that make it is easy to upload multiple files on your forms. Previously, you had to add many upload fields to your form to get files from your users. Now, you can convert your existing upload fields to let users send multiple files at once. https://www.you...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/multiple-file-uploads/https://www.jotform.com/blog/multiple-file-uploads/ProductFri, 11 Mar 2011 09:16:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Great news for all JotForm users today! After our recent switch to Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3) for file storage, our bill for keeping uploaded files has decreased dramatically. We also spend considerably less amount of time with managing servers and storage devices for uploads. We wanted ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/upload-space-increase/https://www.jotform.com/blog/upload-space-increase/ProductWed, 23 Feb 2011 01:54:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Hello Friends! No, this is not a new feature announcement. Sometimes, all you need to do is to combine tiny bits of functionality to come up with your own features. JotForm users are especially great at this. We have seen it on Inject Custom CSS. We thought that adding custom CSS code would be a fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/faster-templates/https://www.jotform.com/blog/faster-templates/ProductThu, 27 Jan 2011 04:03:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Beware: Feedback buttons are highly addictive! :)  We have recently started including a feedback button with every major change we make on our site. It has been a smashing hit. If you do not have an easy to reach feedback button on your web site, most people will simply see a problem, or th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/custom-feedback-buttons-and-lightbox-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/custom-feedback-buttons-and-lightbox-forms/ProductTue, 28 Dec 2010 13:20:38 +0000<![CDATA[ We are very happy to announce the launch of our new Embed Form Wizard. You can now get your forms on popular web editors, blogs and social media pages easier than ever. Each Embed Code is designed and tested specifically for that particular platform. Step by step  instruction are also provided w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-form-wizard/https://www.jotform.com/blog/embed-form-wizard/ProductTue, 28 Dec 2010 13:16:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Ho Ho Ho! This might be a very busy time for Santa Claus but he didn't forget Jotform users. We woke up today with a new feature on Jotform. Thank you Santa! Many users have been asking for it. We can all now add sub labels below our form questions. Happy Holidays to All! ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/christmas-themed-sub-labels/https://www.jotform.com/blog/christmas-themed-sub-labels/ProductSat, 25 Dec 2010 09:48:16 +0000<![CDATA[ A silhouette is the image of a person, an object or scene consisting of the outline as well as a featureless interior, with the silhouetted object usually being black. Many photographers use the technique of photographing people, objects or landscape elements against the light, to achieve an image ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/50-high-quality-examples-of-silhouette-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/50-high-quality-examples-of-silhouette-photography/IndustriesThu, 11 Nov 2010 13:01:28 +0000<![CDATA[ We are very excited to release a new and improved version of JotForm's My Forms page. Whether you have hundreds of forms or just a few, the new My Forms screen will help you find things quickly, and get on with your busy day. Organize Your Forms Easily Many JotForm users have lots of forms. S...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-my-forms-page/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-my-forms-page/ProductThu, 11 Nov 2010 06:34:27 +0000<![CDATA[ Desktop wallpapers have always been a great source of inspiration and the best way to spice up your dull desktop. Usually, Microsoft Windows includes some really nice and cool wallpapers with every new release of its Windows Operating System, which are based on the Windows version by default. But h...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/35-wallpapers-themes-for-your-desktop/https://www.jotform.com/blog/35-wallpapers-themes-for-your-desktop/IndustriesTue, 09 Nov 2010 13:24:35 +0000<![CDATA[ We are happy to announce the new version of our code for facebook forms. Most importantly, your facebook forms can now have validations. For example, you can now have required fields on facebook forms or check if an email addresses is entered correctly. Creating and adding your own forms to Face...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/facebook-form-validations/https://www.jotform.com/blog/facebook-form-validations/ProductMon, 01 Nov 2010 08:19:52 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the most common things suggested by books like E-Myth is to offload low level work like customer support as soon as possible. Small or big, many companies offshore their customer service. They see it as a cost center that needs to be eliminated as much as possible. Unlike many founders I ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-every-startup-founder-should-do-customer-support/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-every-startup-founder-should-do-customer-support/ProductSat, 23 Oct 2010 01:50:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Propaganda is often thought of in negative terms. It evokes thoughts of wartime and misinformation campaigns by governments trying to deceive people or bolster support for what might otherwise be unpopular policies. But propaganda and the techniques it uses are prominent throughout our modern lives...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/propaganda-design-inspiration-tools-resources-and-techniques/https://www.jotform.com/blog/propaganda-design-inspiration-tools-resources-and-techniques/AdviceFri, 22 Oct 2010 14:54:31 +0000<![CDATA[ When I show Jotform to someone one of the most surprising things they find about Jotform is that there is no marketing homepage. Jotform's homepage is, well, Jotform. It is the Form Builder. When you type Jotform.com you do not need to navigate to another page. You can start using the app (i.e. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/on-quickness/https://www.jotform.com/blog/on-quickness/ProductTue, 12 Oct 2010 01:35:13 +0000<![CDATA[ In this post, we have collected some interesting metro map designs around the globe. These maps show the infrastructure of the city; each city is different from another because of the look, feel, regional culture, typography and many other things. These maps would be helpful for you in exploring th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/metro-and-underground-maps-design-around-the-world/https://www.jotform.com/blog/metro-and-underground-maps-design-around-the-world/AdviceMon, 04 Oct 2010 14:50:23 +0000<![CDATA[ I was shocked to see a message like this on a popular SaaS(Software as a Service) vendor: I will not name any names but they have pretty much lost me on this. I’ll be canceling my subscription from this service because I wouldn’t like to be held hostage with my own data. On JotForm, we ne...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/saas-vendors-holding-data-hostage/https://www.jotform.com/blog/saas-vendors-holding-data-hostage/BackstageThu, 30 Sep 2010 07:08:37 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s wonderful to see how many new gadgets and bizarre products have been released recently and we see more and more creativity in product design popping up daily. In this post, we have collected some bizarre and unusual products; all of them have weird and unordinary look. What do you think? Which...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/bizarre-and-unusual-product-designs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/bizarre-and-unusual-product-designs/AdviceMon, 27 Sep 2010 13:47:44 +0000<![CDATA[ What would be the best example of inspiration other than nature itself? The greenery and the colors of nature inspire everyone. Here, we have tried to bring the beauty of trees and we are sure that it will mesmerize you, and you will not resist yourself from praising these photos. As with other typ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/50-beautiful-examples-of-tree-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/50-beautiful-examples-of-tree-photography/IndustriesFri, 17 Sep 2010 00:10:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Spice up your forms today by adding an image on it. It has just got easier with new options. We have just added a new Image Wizard which makes it both easy to add images to your forms. You can now upload images or use one of the existing images from your gallery to use on any of the forms. Here ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adding-images-to-your-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adding-images-to-your-forms/ProductTue, 07 Sep 2010 03:17:04 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm was previously featured on Palm Breeze CAFE. They have a new episode on how to use JotForm for educational forms. If you are a teacher, you should not miss Palm Breeze CAFE. Enjoy the show! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqGHtN2rvVg ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-jotform-for-education-movie/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-use-jotform-for-education-movie/IndustriesThu, 02 Sep 2010 05:42:46 +0000<![CDATA[ UPDATE: Jotform Reports have been vastly improved and renamed as Jotform Report Builder, which was launched in July 2020. Jotform Reports are great when you need to: Share form response data with your clients or colleagues in a format such as Excel, Create great looking and printable ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-reports/https://www.jotform.com/blog/form-reports/ProductTue, 24 Aug 2010 08:56:02 +0000<![CDATA[ It may sound too brave (or stupid) to have so many releases for a service that has 300k users. Fortunately, today there are so many great tools which make this possible and even safe. The secret is having a system that runs hundreds of tests and deploys software on servers. All being done automa...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-new-versions-a-day/https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-new-versions-a-day/AdviceSat, 07 Aug 2010 12:01:36 +0000<![CDATA[ JotForm is currently used on many educational institutions. Here are some examples: - Leiden University in Netherlands, Ithaca College, Wheaton College and University of Minnesota uses JotForm Application to provide a form builder on their intranet. - The School District of Palm Beach Cou...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/educational-uses-of-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/educational-uses-of-jotform/IndustriesFri, 30 Jul 2010 03:10:22 +0000<![CDATA[ Adobe Photoshop CS5 is a new, but experienced kid on the block. With its new powerful features, it provides designers with a flexible tool for printing, making a video or designing for the Web. Some of the features added in Photoshop CS5 are Puppet Warp, 3D extrusions with Adobe Repoussé, smart rad...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/brilliant-adobe-photoshop-cs5-tutorials-from-2010/https://www.jotform.com/blog/brilliant-adobe-photoshop-cs5-tutorials-from-2010/AdviceThu, 29 Jul 2010 05:30:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Here is a short two-minute movie about Jotform. Please help us spread the news about Jotform by sharing it with your friends and colleagues. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoVGcjRaoiM ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-in-two-minutes/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-in-two-minutes/ProductTue, 27 Jul 2010 07:33:17 +0000<![CDATA[ Tables have been part of HTML almost since HTML began. As the internet progressed and as people started doing more things online, designers started using tables to create multi-column website layouts. This was never the intention of those who created HTML standards, but it quickly caught on and tab...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-ui-design-proper-use-of-tables/https://www.jotform.com/blog/better-ui-design-proper-use-of-tables/AdviceMon, 26 Jul 2010 04:41:13 +0000<![CDATA[ Every business needs leads they can nurture into becoming paying customers. Lead-generation forms are a great way to capture essential information about a prospect, such as their first and last name, email address, phone number, geographic location, gender, and more. While many organizations incorp...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/creating-facebook-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/creating-facebook-forms/ProductMon, 26 Jul 2010 03:48:03 +0000<![CDATA[ Google Earth is used when you want to explore rich geographical content, want to see satellite images, maps, landscapes, 3D buildings or view satellite images from galaxies in outer space. It also lets you search the whole planet within seconds without requiring you to leave your comfortable room. ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-bizarre-and-cool-google-earth-photos/https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-bizarre-and-cool-google-earth-photos/AdviceMon, 19 Jul 2010 03:58:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Cake is a sweet, baked dessert. Cakes normally contain a combination of flour, sugar, eggs, and butter or oil, with some varieties also requiring liquid and leavening agents. A finished cake is often enhanced by covering it with icing, or frosting, and toppings such as sprinkles. Cake makers create...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-creative-cake-designs-around-the-world/https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-creative-cake-designs-around-the-world/AdviceWed, 14 Jul 2010 09:01:06 +0000<![CDATA[ We’ve all heard that “one man’s trash is another mans treasure”. That saying takes on new meaning when we view the world through the eyes of the artists featured in todays post. These talented individuals see possibility in the things we throw away every day. Instead of heading to the art...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-terrific-works-of-art-made-from-common-trash/https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-terrific-works-of-art-made-from-common-trash/AdviceMon, 12 Jul 2010 05:41:19 +0000<![CDATA[ Pixel art was brought to the mainstream with the release of gaming consoles in the early eighties. Those 8-bit graphics we all loved back then often evoke feelings of nostalgia and take us back in time. Nostalgia aside, pixel art is a beautiful art form on its own that many of us have come to love....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-examples-eye-popping-pixel-art/https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-examples-eye-popping-pixel-art/AdviceWed, 07 Jul 2010 06:29:59 +0000<![CDATA[ When we were getting ready to release the new version of Jotform, we really wanted to hear from our beta users. We needed an easy way for them to let us know about the problems they encounter or suggestions they might have without leaving the form builder. So, we wanted to have one of those cool fe...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/website-feedback-buttons/https://www.jotform.com/blog/website-feedback-buttons/ProductTue, 06 Jul 2010 07:13:15 +0000<![CDATA[ Matte painting is a widely known VFX technique for years. In simple, it means using paintings to show a landscape as a background. By using a blue or green screen behind your actors, you can take your film out of the borders of stage. Even if the place shown in the film is a flight of fancy imagina...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-matte-painting-masterpieces/https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-matte-painting-masterpieces/AdviceMon, 28 Jun 2010 06:23:28 +0000<![CDATA[ FAQ pages are a vital part of many websites. While not every site needs one, if you’re selling something, providing a service, or giving information about a complex subject, an FAQ can make life much easier for your visitors. The format of an FAQ varies considerably from site to site, so there’s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-practices-examples-faq-pages/https://www.jotform.com/blog/best-practices-examples-faq-pages/AdviceThu, 24 Jun 2010 02:28:20 +0000<![CDATA[ Yesterday wasn’t an ordinary day for us the Jotform team. I woke up with a "Jotform Down!" SMS message. Jotform load balancer was gone. At first I thought this would be a load balancer hardware or software issue. It turned out that we were under attack by thousands of zombie computers in China. To ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/ddos-attack/https://www.jotform.com/blog/ddos-attack/ProductThu, 17 Jun 2010 05:28:49 +0000<![CDATA[ Abstract art is gaining popularity because of the fact that it does not require reference to reality. And this gives you the freedom to depict real forms in a much simpler way or you can keep an allusion only. This post contains some amazing examples of 3D Abstract Artworks and Wallpapers that will...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/55-amazing-3d-abstract-artworks-wallpapers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/55-amazing-3d-abstract-artworks-wallpapers/AdviceMon, 24 May 2010 05:50:27 +0000<![CDATA[ We released the new version of Jotform recently. There has been mixed emotions among users. Some were not happy with the change. Their concern was totally understandable. Why mess with a product that’s already great? Why should they need to re-learn a tool they were so used to? Some users literally...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/re-inventing-a-product-that-was-already-great/https://www.jotform.com/blog/re-inventing-a-product-that-was-already-great/ProductSat, 15 May 2010 12:27:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Seeing a waterfall would be the most beautiful scene on this world, its natural beauty and soothing effect is always exceptionally terrific for almost everyone. The beauty and charisma of these waterfalls is so immense that no one can resist saying ‘wow’! Here we have gathered some breathtaking wat...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/40-beautiful-examples-of-waterfalls-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/40-beautiful-examples-of-waterfalls-photography/IndustriesFri, 07 May 2010 06:30:38 +0000<![CDATA[ One of the most popular features of JotForm is to be able to share form responses with others. Many JotFormers use this feature to create online bookmarkable reports to share with their clients and colleagues. Embarrassingly we failed to understand how popular these features were. We introduced ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/sharing-form-responses/https://www.jotform.com/blog/sharing-form-responses/ProductWed, 05 May 2010 02:23:33 +0000<![CDATA[ About 70% of earth surface is covered by water. Aquatic life is quite adventurous and is vastly diverse. Life under water is full of many beautiful creatures which are rarely seen and many people can’t even name them. People love to see aquatic life and the unique creatures found in the oceans, ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-beautiful-and-amazing-aquatic-life-photos/https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-beautiful-and-amazing-aquatic-life-photos/AdviceTue, 04 May 2010 05:10:42 +0000<![CDATA[ Shopify is a highly customizable online store builder. You can now easily integrate your JotForm forms with your Shopify checkout process. Shopify Wiki has a detailed tutorial on how to use JotForm to ask customers for additional information during checkout. How to integrate Shopify with JotF...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-integration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/shopify-integration/ProductTue, 20 Apr 2010 12:34:18 +0000<![CDATA[ What is happening? After 1.5 years of development, we have released Jotform 3.0. Why is Jotform 3.0 so Important? Jotform 3.0 is a complete re-write of Jotform web form builder. Jotform is important because it is the first web based WYSIWYG form builder. It currently has over 250,000 users...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-30-unleashed/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-30-unleashed/BackstageMon, 19 Apr 2010 03:26:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Typography obviously belongs to the cohort of the fine arts, where even the smallest details and elements are meaningful and can influence the overall perception of the final creation, whether it is a picture or a text, printed with a particular typeface. In terms of fonts design, serifs are those ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/serif-fonts-and-their-peculiarities/https://www.jotform.com/blog/serif-fonts-and-their-peculiarities/AdviceFri, 09 Apr 2010 02:11:14 +0000<![CDATA[ Today we bring you an enticing article about long exposure photography. Long exposure photography is a technique in which a camera’s shutter is left open to expose over a longer period of time (be it 8 seconds or 8 hours). It is quite famous, trendy and somewhat difficult form of photography that a...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/45-astonishing-long-exposure-photos/https://www.jotform.com/photography/45-astonishing-long-exposure-photos/IndustriesThu, 08 Apr 2010 03:06:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Last week I covered many new features of Jotform 3.0 in screenshots. Today, I would like to talk about something different. Something I cannot capture in a screenshot. Today, I’d like to talk about our philosophy for Jotform 3.0. I think these things are what separates Jotform from the rest of the ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-3-0-sneak-peaks-philosophy/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-3-0-sneak-peaks-philosophy/ProductMon, 29 Mar 2010 12:39:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Many people, including us, use Jotform to create surveys. But, we were lacking some serious features on that front. Our form builder was designed for short question forms and we did not have conditions and branching features. We also did not have many survey input types. We are soon introduc...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-3-0-sneak-peaks-survey-tools/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-3-0-sneak-peaks-survey-tools/ProductFri, 26 Mar 2010 12:40:55 +0000<![CDATA[ Jotform servers send around 1 million emails every month. So, the second most important feature of Jotform is “sending emails reliably”.[*]. Many people just come to Jotform, create a form, post it on their site and forget about it. They keep using Jotform for years without ever visiting our site s...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-3-0-sneak-peaks-emails/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-3-0-sneak-peaks-emails/ProductThu, 25 Mar 2010 08:10:30 +0000<![CDATA[ We are happy to announce WebHostingSearch.com awarded Jotform as “Best Web Tool” of 2010. Web Hosting Search is an independent web hosting information guide. Here is what they do on their own words: We are a group of professional webmasters who have had enough of all the l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-awarded-best-web-tool-of-2010/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-awarded-best-web-tool-of-2010/ProductThu, 25 Mar 2010 07:39:56 +0000<![CDATA[ By János Rácz Typography is said to be the backbone of web design, but it’s also considered art all by itself. And, let’s face it, most designers are obsessed with it. No surprise then that in the right hands it can be very powerful. Whether it’s to improve the looks of a website or as a way to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-stunning-typography-wallpapers-for-inspiration/https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-stunning-typography-wallpapers-for-inspiration/AdviceThu, 25 Mar 2010 02:23:47 +0000<![CDATA[ While our team is working on the remaining 104 Internet Explorer bugs, I will sneak out and write another Jotform 3.0 preview. :) Today, I would like to cover the main features on Jotform 3.0 Form Builder. We have many competitors. They are really good at marketing. I don’t really care or lo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-3-0-sneak-peaks-form-builder-overview/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-3-0-sneak-peaks-form-builder-overview/ProductWed, 24 Mar 2010 08:21:00 +0000<![CDATA[ As we are getting ready to release Jotform 3.0 on April 14th, we are getting tremendous amount of interest from our users. I would like to thank all Jotform users for being patient with us. During this time, I will be posting series of sneak peaks about the new version. My goal will be providing de...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-3-0-sneak-peaks-introduction/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-3-0-sneak-peaks-introduction/ProductTue, 23 Mar 2010 09:04:15 +0000<![CDATA[ By Janos Racz A business card is a small piece of card, which is used by people who would like to share their contact info and professional details on the job that they are doing. Yes, this is too obvious. But never underestimate the business cards. Just think of it this way: Long gone the da...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-beautiful-business-card-designs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-beautiful-business-card-designs/AdviceTue, 23 Mar 2010 04:06:38 +0000<![CDATA[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnlgWYx34to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-makes-you-look-really-smart/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-makes-you-look-really-smart/ProductMon, 22 Mar 2010 12:23:43 +0000<![CDATA[ We are happy to announce that Jotform is awarded “Grassroots.org Tool of the Week” for non-profit organizations. Grassroots.org is an organization that provides free web hosting and internet tools to non-profit organizations. They currently support 2,679 non-profits. According t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-awarded-grassroots-org-tool-of-the-week-for-non-profits/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-awarded-grassroots-org-tool-of-the-week-for-non-profits/ProductMon, 22 Mar 2010 08:25:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Reflection Photography can spice up an otherwise lifeless photo and turn it into amazing shots. And the good thing is that this kind of photography can be explored on easily available things like Glass, Water or any shiny and reflective surface. Reflection photography is an art because you have to ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/44-impressive-examples-of-reflection-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/44-impressive-examples-of-reflection-photography/IndustriesThu, 11 Mar 2010 03:28:06 +0000<![CDATA[ Traditional art has always been the source of inspiration for many artists and designers. With its conventional look and feel, it appeals your visitors and let them amaze on your creativity and artistic skills. In this post, we have piled up an inspiring list of some great Traditional art and paint...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/35-amazing-traditional-art-paintings/https://www.jotform.com/blog/35-amazing-traditional-art-paintings/AdviceWed, 10 Mar 2010 06:45:27 +0000<![CDATA[ The word “calligraphy” is derived from two Greek words, denoting “beautiful writing”. Calligraphy or the art of writing has thousands of years in its history and development, and indeed calligraphy fonts, which we often use these days on our PCs to create a postcard or a wedding invitation card, ar...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-free-beautiful-calligraphic-fonts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-free-beautiful-calligraphic-fonts/AdviceFri, 05 Mar 2010 03:11:58 +0000<![CDATA[ By Louis Lazaris If you’ve been formally educated in marketing, more than likely you’ve learned about a marketing model called AIDA. AIDA is an acronym that represents the different steps involved in selling a product or service. Very often, the principles of AIDA are applied naturally when a us...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-aida-marketing-model-in-web-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-aida-marketing-model-in-web-design/AdviceWed, 24 Feb 2010 05:23:04 +0000<![CDATA[ Spring is the perfect time to rejoice and enjoy the beauty of nature; it is the time when beautiful flowers blossom and beautify the whole world around them with their delicate feel. The beautiful season of spring is about to come, so we decided to spark your inspiration with a showcase of flower p...]]>https://www.jotform.com/photography/50-beautiful-examples-of-flower-photography/https://www.jotform.com/photography/50-beautiful-examples-of-flower-photography/IndustriesTue, 23 Feb 2010 06:13:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Today we share a very comprehensive round-up of Cinema 4D Tutorials. Cinema 4D is a modeling, animation and rendering application that is noted for its flexible interface and ease of use. It is capable of procedural and polygonal/subd modeling, animating, lighting, texturing and rendering. Movies l...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/70-ultimate-cinema-4d-tutorials-techniques/https://www.jotform.com/blog/70-ultimate-cinema-4d-tutorials-techniques/AdviceFri, 12 Feb 2010 03:08:26 +0000<![CDATA[ Proper use of image compression can make a huge difference in the appearance and size of your website image files. But compression is an often-misunderstood topic, partly because there’s a real lack of understanding on what the different types of compression are good for. If you don’t understand wh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-image-compression/https://www.jotform.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-image-compression/AdviceWed, 03 Feb 2010 06:31:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Information graphics, or infographics, are visual representations of information, data or knowledge. The graphics are used where complex information needs to be explained quickly and clearly, such as on signs and maps and in journalism, technical writing and education. Today, infographics surround ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/stunning-infographics-and-data-visualization/https://www.jotform.com/blog/stunning-infographics-and-data-visualization/AdviceTue, 02 Feb 2010 06:04:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Ice sculpture is a beautiful yet temporary art form. Countless hours went into many of these amazing creations only to have them melt away. Luckily, they’re preserved through photography for us to marvel at for ever. In this post, we present 40 Insane Ice Sculptures that will certainly impress you....]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-insane-ice-sculptures/https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-insane-ice-sculptures/AdviceWed, 27 Jan 2010 08:26:09 +0000<![CDATA[ Drag and drop is one of the most underused features on web applications. Although there are really cool libraries, we haven’t seen a lot of adoption on this front. Using drag and drop on a web application can make it user friendly. It gives users flexibility to easily place and sort objects which c...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-inspirational-drag-and-drop-web-applications/https://www.jotform.com/blog/7-inspirational-drag-and-drop-web-applications/AdviceThu, 07 Jan 2010 12:26:29 +0000<![CDATA[ This post presents a round-up of Adobe After Effects Tutorials for your visual effects and motion graphics-related work. After Effects is getting popular as the industry of Computer Graphics and Digital Motion is growing. With After Effects, you have choice to generate dynamic and expressive motion...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-excellent-adobe-after-effects-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-excellent-adobe-after-effects-tutorials/AdviceThu, 07 Jan 2010 10:17:42 +0000<![CDATA[ By Matt Cronin Being able to organize data and information is a skill not to be overlooked. The way you organize content and text, generally referred to as copy, has a direct effect on how that content is received by users. You must find a way to organize information so that it is scannable and ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-tables-in-modern-web-design/https://www.jotform.com/blog/data-tables-in-modern-web-design/AdviceMon, 28 Dec 2009 02:37:04 +0000<![CDATA[ It has been six months since Apple released push notifications however the adoption has been pretty low among website monitoring tools. Probably because creating an iPhone App is not a trivial task. This tutorial describes how to use free tools available (mainly Jotform iPhone App) to send your iPh...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/send-yourself-iphone-push-notifications-when-your-site-is-down-for-free/https://www.jotform.com/blog/send-yourself-iphone-push-notifications-when-your-site-is-down-for-free/ProductSun, 20 Dec 2009 07:42:40 +0000<![CDATA[ A recent eHow tutorial describes how to use Jotform to create email lists and send them newsletters or your offerings. One of the greatest ways to increase your sales is to send your users periodical emails. Don’t overdo it. Send them sparsely. We usually send our users 2-3 times a year and only if...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-e-mail-lists-using-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-build-e-mail-lists-using-jotform/ProductThu, 17 Dec 2009 07:21:42 +0000<![CDATA[ It has been a week since we released Jotform iPhone App and the interest has been more than what we excepted. Over 450 users have installed Jotform App on their iPhone in the first week. Our users also provided nice reviews: If you haven’t already, install Jotform iPhone App today! ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/great-start-for-jotform-iphone-app/https://www.jotform.com/blog/great-start-for-jotform-iphone-app/ProductThu, 17 Dec 2009 07:13:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Networking has certainly become important to our daily life. Whether light-hearted interaction with friends or communicating with business clients the world over, socializing is integral to our personal and professional relationships. Facebook has gotten most of the buzz in the past few years, allo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-excellent-facebook-scripts-and-resources/https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-excellent-facebook-scripts-and-resources/AdviceTue, 15 Dec 2009 07:47:45 +0000<![CDATA[ By Melissa Scroggins What could be better than striking gold? How about a huge list of Adobe Illustrator resources? For many designers, a list of resources to help finish those design projects in a quick and easy fashion is like finding gold on the Web. In this article, there are over 200 (mo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-gold-mine-of-adobe-illustrator-resources/https://www.jotform.com/blog/a-gold-mine-of-adobe-illustrator-resources/AdviceFri, 11 Dec 2009 05:06:20 +0000<![CDATA[ We’re very excited to announce that Jotform iPhone App is now available on iPhone App Store! It is completely Free. Install it today to receive and access your form submissions anywhere! You can … Get instant notifications when there is a new submission, Browse your recently received web ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-iphone-app-now-available-on-app-store/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-iphone-app-now-available-on-app-store/ProductTue, 08 Dec 2009 06:52:37 +0000<![CDATA[ We have finally completed our Jotform iPhone app and submitted it to Apple for review. Once approved it will be  completely free to all Jotform users. I would like to share how we developed the new application with user feedback. The old waterfall model for developing a product or web site ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-we-used-lean-development-for-jotform-iphone-application/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-we-used-lean-development-for-jotform-iphone-application/ProductSat, 28 Nov 2009 09:01:31 +0000<![CDATA[ SitePoint has always been one my favorite sites. In 2001, they featured one of my free scripts on their newsletter and pointed thousands of people to download it. It was a big rush to see so many users starting using my product. That’s how I started reading them. Back then, they were a small w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/prototype-your-web-forms-easily-using-jotform/https://www.jotform.com/blog/prototype-your-web-forms-easily-using-jotform/ProductSat, 21 Nov 2009 11:38:00 +0000<![CDATA[ Knowing your resources is important in all aspects of design. You could be working on a new draft and realize you are missing one thing, texture. Textures are not always beautiful by themselves and many can appear quite boring, but when you add texture to your design, it gives that little bit of de...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-big-collection-of-free-design-textures/https://www.jotform.com/blog/the-big-collection-of-free-design-textures/IndustriesSun, 08 Nov 2009 17:06:20 +0000<![CDATA[We are always attracted to the outstanding design, layout or content when we click in a website, but seldom of us would notice the textures and patterns that are used. If there are only background colors, many websites would not be that eye-catching as they are now. Patterns can be simply repetition...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/80-stunning-background-patterns-for-your-websites/https://www.jotform.com/blog/80-stunning-background-patterns-for-your-websites/AdviceWed, 28 Oct 2009 01:45:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Which one is better for manipulating text, Photoshop or Illustrator? There is no clear and defined answer. What is clear is that Illustrator, being mainly used used for creating seamless vector images, allows the user a greater degree of accuracy, control, and precision. Of course this depends on t...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-adobe-illustrator-text-effect-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-adobe-illustrator-text-effect-tutorials/AdviceSun, 25 Oct 2009 09:38:32 +0000<![CDATA[ Keep your design balanced. Compartmentalize your design by using grids. Pick two or three base colors at most for your design. Try to make the graphics go well together. Improve your website’s typography. Make elements stand out by adding white space around them. Have all elemen...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-web-design-look-good/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-make-a-web-design-look-good/AdviceThu, 15 Oct 2009 16:41:11 +0000<![CDATA[ In his famous 1908 essay, ‘Ornament and Crime,’ modern architect Adolf Loos wrote: “The evolution of culture marches with the elimination of ornament from useful objects.” This pronouncement banished many of the frilly, decorative fonts of centuries past from the realm of High Design. Fast forward ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/45-outstanding-free-vintage-fonts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/45-outstanding-free-vintage-fonts/AdviceSun, 11 Oct 2009 23:25:21 +0000<![CDATA[ Simplicity in website design doesn’t necessarily equate with a minimalist design aesthetic. Simple sites just remove all unnecessary elements from the design, content, and code. While minimalist sites generally fit this criteria, there are plenty of sites that wouldn’t, by any stretch of the imagin...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/simplicity-in-good-web-design-advantages-how-to/https://www.jotform.com/blog/simplicity-in-good-web-design-advantages-how-to/AdviceMon, 21 Sep 2009 16:31:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Typography can be one of the most creatively rewarding parts of web design, but it can also be one of the most frustrating. Working with just one or two fonts can be challenging enough for most web designers, yet some still insist on using three, four, seven, or even more fonts in their designs. So...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/mixing-multiple-fonts/https://www.jotform.com/blog/mixing-multiple-fonts/AdviceMon, 07 Sep 2009 17:59:31 +0000<![CDATA[ Photo manipulation is probably one of the most popular application areas in which Adobe Photoshop is used extensively. One of the main reasons for that is its ability to blend real photos with vibrant colors and digital painting to emphasize some beautiful details which makes this software ideal fo...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/45-brilliant-examples-of-photo-manipulation-art/https://www.jotform.com/blog/45-brilliant-examples-of-photo-manipulation-art/AdviceWed, 02 Sep 2009 15:18:37 +0000<![CDATA[ 1. What are Regular Expressions The main purpose of regular expressions, also called regex or regexp, is to efficiently search for patterns in a given text. These search patterns are written using a special format which a regular expression parser understands. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels Re...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/php-regular-expressions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/php-regular-expressions/AdviceMon, 24 Aug 2009 07:01:42 +0000<![CDATA[ What is a PHP Framework? PHP is the world’s most popular scripting language for many different reasons – flexibility, ease-of-use, among others – but often times coding in PHP, or any language for that matter, can get rather monotonous and repetitive. That’s where a PHP framework can help. PH...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/discussing-php-frameworks/https://www.jotform.com/blog/discussing-php-frameworks/AdviceSun, 26 Jul 2009 03:01:26 +0000<![CDATA[ When creating a website, one main goal is to attract visitors. Traffic generation is a necessity for monetary purposes, showing off your work, or just expressing your thoughts. There are many ways to create traffic for your website. Search engines, social bookmarking, and word of mouth are just a f...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-your-own-stats/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-create-your-own-stats/AdviceWed, 17 Jun 2009 03:01:18 +0000<![CDATA[ AJAX has gotten more and more popular over the years, and has allowed web applications to act more and more like desktop applications. AJAX can provide a lot of additional functionality that could not be accomplished any other way. What Is AJAX? How Does It Work? AJAX stands for Asynchronous ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-ajax-works/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-ajax-works/AdviceSun, 14 Jun 2009 03:01:20 +0000<![CDATA[ I think many people out there underestimate the power of well used Photoshop brushes. A good designer can use Photoshop brushes in a variety of ways to accomplish a plethora of results. If you thought the Photoshop brushes were just for those new to Photoshop or just to add a touch of grunge to a d...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/photoshop-brushes-and-how-to/https://www.jotform.com/blog/photoshop-brushes-and-how-to/AdviceMon, 08 Jun 2009 01:18:37 +0000<![CDATA[ Wallpapers can be creative, inspiring and elegant. If you are looking to add some creativity and inspiration to your life, you probably need a desktop wallpaper that inspires you to create something creative and original. Today we present 40 stunning wallpapers created by some hard-working and dedi...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-creative-wallpapers/https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-creative-wallpapers/AdviceSun, 12 Apr 2009 22:14:56 +0000<![CDATA[ Adobe Illustrator is a powerful tool for illustrating various elements one can use for web pages and print design. However, it’s important to know what to do in order to powerfully use its tools and achieve certain effects. So, step-by-step tutorials can provide a lot of help, thats why we spent a ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/adobe-illustrator-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/adobe-illustrator-tutorials/IndustriesWed, 01 Apr 2009 15:34:30 +0000<![CDATA[ Automatically backup MySQL database to Amazon S3 Automatically backup MySQL Database on Linux Automatically backup MySQL Database with AutoMySQLBackup Back Up with MySQLDump Backup into an XML File Using PHP Use PHP to backup Backup via SSH Backup with Ubuntu Linux Backup MyS...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-backup-mysql-database/https://www.jotform.com/blog/how-to-backup-mysql-database/AdviceSun, 15 Mar 2009 15:35:16 +0000<![CDATA[ Employees need to access their email from wherever they happen to be – on the road, at customer sites, remote offices, and at home. WebMail clients allows receiving and sending email messages using POP3 and SMTP protocols through both local and remote mail servers. Providing secure filtering of uns...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-ajax-webmail-clients/https://www.jotform.com/blog/10-ajax-webmail-clients/AdviceWed, 11 Mar 2009 18:36:40 +0000<![CDATA[ Forms needs a solid visual structure, a profound hierarchy of form elements (Fields and Labels), powerful techniques and Functionality (AJAX) to make the form look and work creatively. There is a great bunch of creative, outstanding and individually designed from scratch forms. Thanks to AJAX, w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/beautiful-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/beautiful-forms/AdviceMon, 09 Mar 2009 21:17:45 +0000<![CDATA[ Web applications have made huge leaps and bounds in improving user experience thanks to a lot of recently developed Ajax technology. When you combine some neat functionality courtesy of PHP with the cleverness of javascript you can produce some pretty cool results. In an effort to help you take it ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-useful-php-components-tutorials-for-everyday-project/https://www.jotform.com/blog/20-useful-php-components-tutorials-for-everyday-project/AdviceMon, 02 Mar 2009 14:21:09 +0000<![CDATA[ We have recently switched to a new hardware architecture for our Jotform form builder service. I am pretty pleased with it because we were able to do it without any downtime or any problems for our users. As a result of this switch, Jotform now has much better high availability, speed and secu...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-jotform-hardware-architecture/https://www.jotform.com/blog/new-jotform-hardware-architecture/ProductMon, 23 Feb 2009 14:16:13 +0000<![CDATA[ For the past several months, we have been collecting interesting, useful and creative Adobe Illustrator tutorials and Resources, so you can make sure that you are equipped with necessary tools to create marvelous designs. Due to this phenomenally vast amount of vector packs, brushes, patterns av...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/80-best-of-adobe-illustrator-tutorials-brushes-epss-and-resources/https://www.jotform.com/blog/80-best-of-adobe-illustrator-tutorials-brushes-epss-and-resources/IndustriesSun, 18 Jan 2009 17:04:13 +0000<![CDATA[ For months, we have been bookmarking interesting, useful and creative Adobe Photoshop tutorials and Resources, so you can now rest assured that you will have the necessary tools to get the job done. Due to this phenomenally vast amount of textures, brushes, patterns available, you can now add di...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/60-most-wanted-photoshop-tutorials-brushes-psds-and-resources/https://www.jotform.com/blog/60-most-wanted-photoshop-tutorials-brushes-psds-and-resources/AdviceSun, 04 Jan 2009 23:10:23 +0000<![CDATA[ The web is rich with creative and amazing fonts, and the choice is enormous. So today we would like to present 50 incredible FONT which you can use for web or print design. This collection will sure help you improve your typography skills! Let’s take a close look at some of the most beautiful fonts...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-free-fonts-for-professional-designs/https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-free-fonts-for-professional-designs/IndustriesSun, 16 Nov 2008 11:28:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Illustrator is capable of creating stunning effects, all waiting at your finger tips in the Tools palette. Illustrator Tools can transform a single path into a work of art. In this post we present a collection of excellent Adobe Illustrator tutorials that shows you exactly what needs to be done ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/30-adobe-illustrator-tutorials-matering-your-tools-and-options/https://www.jotform.com/blog/30-adobe-illustrator-tutorials-matering-your-tools-and-options/IndustriesSun, 07 Sep 2008 17:17:20 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s always fun to experiment with different techniques and learn how to work with various aspects of Adobe Photoshop to spice up boring text or pictures and make them into works of arts and masterpieces. Today we’ve got you a marvelous set of more than 50 high quality Photoshop .PSD files to offer...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-adobe-photoshop-psd-files/https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-adobe-photoshop-psd-files/AdviceSun, 10 Aug 2008 22:58:17 +0000<![CDATA[ The main idea behind CSS-based layouts is offering more flexibility and enhancing the visual experience of visitors. Some important tips and related key-factors can help to learn basics and keep essential techniques in mind. And this is what this article is all about. Finding the perfect Layout tha...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/css-layouts-40-tutorials-tips-demos-and-best-practices/https://www.jotform.com/blog/css-layouts-40-tutorials-tips-demos-and-best-practices/AdviceMon, 28 Jul 2008 03:24:53 +0000<![CDATA[ When we think about CSS-Styled lists, different ideas come to mind but that rusty old image of bulleted items is not one of them anymore. There are lots of different methods to format nice HTML lists that is used in most web designs not only for navigation menu (vertical or horizontal) but for form...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/css-styled-lists-20-demos-tutorials-and-best-of/https://www.jotform.com/blog/css-styled-lists-20-demos-tutorials-and-best-of/AdviceMon, 07 Jul 2008 05:38:45 +0000<![CDATA[ The web is rich with creative and amazing icon sets, and one of the most unusual source of amazing Icons Sets are those you can find on deviantART icons gallery. Today we would like to present 40 incredible icon sets which you can use for your web designs or your desktop. Let’s take a close look at...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-extremely-beautifull-icon-sets-hand-picked-from-deviantart/https://www.jotform.com/blog/40-extremely-beautifull-icon-sets-hand-picked-from-deviantart/AdviceMon, 26 May 2008 17:25:40 +0000<![CDATA[ It’s always fun to experiment different techniques and learn how to work with various aspects of Adobe Photoshop to spice up boring pictures and make them into works of arts and masterpieces. So, if you’re interested in learning some new skills, whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or advance...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/53-killer-photoshop-illustrator-effects-and-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/53-killer-photoshop-illustrator-effects-and-tutorials/AdviceSun, 04 May 2008 15:18:58 +0000<![CDATA[ There’s stuff all over the Web about jQuery, but finding the best tutorials to get you started can be tough. Here are Examples and tutorials from jQuery masters to keep you on the right track. We will start with jQuery masters and feature some of their best tutorials, then we will move on to mor...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/51-best-of-jquery-tutorials-and-examples/https://www.jotform.com/blog/51-best-of-jquery-tutorials-and-examples/AdviceThu, 24 Apr 2008 05:39:58 +0000<![CDATA[ Navigation menus are the most important element one should pay attention when designing a website. Web-developers can create user-friendly horizontal or vertical navigation menus using CSS. Javascript makes it possible to create more interactive, more responsive and more flexible navigation to any ...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/multilevel-drop-down-navigation-menus-examples-and-tutorials/https://www.jotform.com/blog/multilevel-drop-down-navigation-menus-examples-and-tutorials/AdviceThu, 17 Apr 2008 09:26:02 +0000<![CDATA[ Over the last few years web-developers have developed many AJAX and CSS Tab-based interfaces which became one of the most interesting techniques giving us an easy way to get information without the need to open and close multiple windows at the same time. We’ve spent hours searching for the best...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/37-great-ajax-css-tab-based-interfaces/https://www.jotform.com/blog/37-great-ajax-css-tab-based-interfaces/AdviceThu, 21 Feb 2008 07:39:53 +0000<![CDATA[ Many of us have been using a good deal of jQuery plugins lately. Below I have provided a list of the 50 favorite plugins many developers use. Some of these you may have already seen, others might be new to you.  This is just the first series , the second version will be coming soon, stay tuned...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-amazing-jquery-examples-part1/https://www.jotform.com/blog/50-amazing-jquery-examples-part1/AdviceThu, 20 Dec 2007 06:55:23 +0000<![CDATA[ Every web designer tries to be creative when it comes to designing the main navigation of the website. Now we present you with 13 awesome Javascript CSS menus that will be very handy and easy to modify to suit your needs. Lets take a look at recent examples of these … Sign up for a free Jotform...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/13-awesome-java-script-css-menu/https://www.jotform.com/blog/13-awesome-java-script-css-menu/AdviceWed, 31 Oct 2007 13:50:04 +0000<![CDATA[ I am excited to announce that we have finally released JotForm 2.0. Since its first release more than a year ago, we have been constantly getting great feedback from hundreds of users. It seamed that JotForm really solved a need for webmasters: Creating web forms easily. JotForm user base has be...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-2-0-released/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-2-0-released/ProductThu, 26 Apr 2007 14:09:48 +0000<![CDATA[ Since JotForm has been released one of remarks I received often has been why we don’t have a regular homepage. You know, the common wisdom supposed to say a homepage should give some introduction. It is supposed to talk about what is the service is all about, why do you need it, how great it is. Th...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/your-homepage-should-be-the-application/https://www.jotform.com/blog/your-homepage-should-be-the-application/ProductSat, 31 Mar 2007 06:03:54 +0000<![CDATA[ Launching a new site is always fun and exciting. You put a lot of hard work on something and have that great feeling of accomplishment. At the same time there is that scary feeling that something might go terribly wrong. And it sometimes really does happen. My worst war story was TheCounter laun...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-launch-and-first-impressions/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-launch-and-first-impressions/ProductWed, 22 Feb 2006 14:58:58 +0000<![CDATA[ I am very excited to announce that the first web based WYSIWYG form builder JotForm BETA is now released. Try it yourself. Completely Free! JotForm is currently completely free. It will stay this way during BETA period. I must admit I have not decided on a business model yet. The most po...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-beta-released/https://www.jotform.com/blog/jotform-beta-released/ProductFri, 17 Feb 2006 09:02:28 +0000<![CDATA[ Recently I have noticed something. Everyday I spent at least an hour reading some blogs and forums. The interesting thing about this is that I don’t feel this as a waste of time. On the contrary, it is usually educational and provides me energy and excitement for the stuff I am doing. I am mostly r...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-start-blogging/https://www.jotform.com/blog/why-start-blogging/ProductSat, 10 Dec 2005 08:31:35 +0000<![CDATA[ I have been looking and looking for a good intuitive solution for form building. There are tens of form builder sites and products on the web and they are all crappy. I am guilty as well. I made my share of ugly form builders. But I believe I finally solved the problem. It was so exciting that it w...]]>https://www.jotform.com/blog/building-web-forms/https://www.jotform.com/blog/building-web-forms/ProductFri, 21 Oct 2005 13:43:08 +0000