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n8n Cloud vs Self-Hosting: Which Is Right for a Small Business?
n8n can run as a managed cloud service or on your own server. Compare the options, what the free Community Edition includes, and who looks after the upkeep.
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Automation and AI tools can take repetitive admin off your plate: follow-ups, data entry, scheduling and more. These guides explain what works, what it costs and how to start small.
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AI and Automation for Small Business: Where to Start
A practical guide to workflow automation and AI for small business: what it is, how Zapier, Make and n8n differ, what to automate first, and how to check it pays.
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Small Business Tasks Worth Automating First
Which small business tasks to automate first, how to score a candidate task on four simple questions, and examples for enquiries, quotes, invoices and reviews.
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What Is Workflow Automation? A Plain-English Guide
What workflow automation is, how triggers and actions work, real small business examples, and the terms Zapier, Make and n8n use for the same ideas.
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Workflow Automation Mistakes Small Businesses Make
Eight common workflow automation mistakes, from automating an undefined process to skipping error alerts, and simple habits that keep automations trustworthy.
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Zapier vs Make vs n8n: How Their Pricing Models Differ
Zapier, Make and n8n charge for different things: tasks, credits or whole workflow runs. Learn how each model works and which suits a small business.
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Automation ROI Calculator: Is a Workflow Worth Building?
Free automation ROI calculator. Enter how often a task happens and how long it takes to see hours saved, payback time and the break-even volume.
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