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Employees

Discover everything you need to know about managing, motivating, and retaining employees. Get expert HR advice, resources, and actionable solutions.

Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources

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How Offering Professional Development Opportunities to Employees Helps Your Small Business
By Matt D’Angelo | March 06, 2024

Learn how offering professional development programs for your employees will benefit both your workforce and your business.

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7 Tips for Managing Conflict in the Workplace
By Skye Schooley | March 04, 2024

Follow these tips to deal with conflict at work more effectively.

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Oh No You Didn’t! 4 Tips for Preventing Employee Accounting Fraud
By Dachondra Cason | March 01, 2024

Employee accounting fraud is a possibility for any business. Learn how to prevent and mitigate employee fraud with these tips.

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10 Ways to Stop Absenteeism in the Workplace
By Skye Schooley | February 22, 2024

Learn what absenteeism is and how to prevent it in the workplace.

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The Small Business Guide to SIMPLE IRAs
By Max Freedman | February 14, 2024

SIMPLE IRAs are an excellent retirement benefit option for small businesses to present to employees. Learn how SIMPLE IRAs work and what you need to know.

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Supporting Bereaved Employees
By Ben Baran | February 14, 2024

Remember CARE

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Companywide Ketamine Retreats Are Silicon Valley’s Latest Perk
By Dan Ketchum | February 14, 2024

Giving new meaning to “work trip.”

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What Is a Department of Transportation (DOT) Background Check?
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | February 14, 2024

Learn about DOT background checks, which are designed to assess the driving records of operators of commercial vehicles (large trucks, buses, etc.).

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What Is a Merit Pay Increase?
By Julie Thompson | February 13, 2024

Merit increases can help boost productivity and retain valuable employees, but you need to know the benefits and pitfalls of the policy.

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Onboarding vs. Orientation: What’s the Difference?
By Sean Peek | February 08, 2024

Onboarding and orientation are processes HR departments undertake after hiring an employee. Learn what these processes entail and how to conduct both.

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Domestic Partner Benefits in the Era of Marriage Equality
By Skye Schooley | February 02, 2024

Though same-sex marriage is legal, domestic partner benefit laws vary. Learn the pros and cons of extending benefits to your employees' domestic partners.

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Support Employees’ Child Care Needs With a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
By Jane Genova | February 02, 2024

A dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) helps employees with child care and reduces tax liability. Learn if you should offer a dependent care FSA.

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What Are the Benefits of a Section 125 Plan?
By Max Freedman | February 02, 2024

With the tax savings it offers, a Section 125 plan can be a nice addition to a benefits package. Here are the pros and cons of these plans.

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Paychex PEO Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | January 25, 2024

Paychex offers extensive, in-depth PEO services in benefits administration, risk management, human resources and payroll. This national company operates in all 50 states and offers fully up-to-date...

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Why You Should Pay Your Employees to Stop Working for You
By Skye Schooley | January 23, 2024

Learn what voluntary severance is and when you should offer it.

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The Importance of Employee Data
By Nicole Fallon | January 23, 2024

Employee data is every detail a company collects about its employees and encompasses both basic and specific information.

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Are Employees More Productive Working From Home?
By Baruch Silvermann | January 17, 2024

Historically, traditional job roles were shackled to the office, but are we more productive at home? See data and learn how to improve remote productivity.

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Turning the Ship Around: A Guide to Changing Workplace Culture
By Jennifer Dublino | January 10, 2024

A negative workplace culture leads to turnover and low productivity. Learn tips for overcoming workplace obstacles and changing your workplace culture.

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What to Include in an Employee Contract
By Skye Schooley | January 04, 2024

Learn what an employment contract includes, and the advantages and limitations of using one.

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What Are Employee Compensation Packages?
By Skye Schooley | January 04, 2024

Learn which types of employee compensation packages are best for your team.

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Millennials vs. Workplace Ageism
By Skye Schooley | January 03, 2024

Know your rights if you’re turning 40.

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‘Hacks’ on Attracting New Audiences Without Throwing Out the Old
By Antonio Ferme | January 03, 2024

When it comes to the workplace, older doesn't always mean wiser.

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The Best and Worst Excuses for Getting Out of Work
By Sean Peek | December 21, 2023

Employees give many reasons and excuses for time-off requests and absenteeism. Read some unusual excuses and learn how to handle it when employees miss work.

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Creating an Employee-Centric Company Culture Will Not Be the Death of Your Business
By Jennifer Post | December 14, 2023

An employee-centric company culture prioritizes employee input and helps your team feel respected. Learn how to implement an employee-centric work culture.

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How to Create a Happy and Productive Work Culture
By Jennifer Dublino | December 05, 2023

Companies with positive work cultures see many benefits, including increased productivity and morale. Learn how to create a happy and strong work culture.

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How Open Office Plans Affect Workplace Productivity
By Dan Scalco | November 27, 2023

Open offices have pros and cons when it comes to productivity. Learn their upsides and drawbacks and how to maintain productivity in an open office plan.

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12 Reasons Employees Quit (and How to Prevent It)
By Sean Peek | November 16, 2023

Are you having a hard time retaining employees? It could be due to one (or more) of these top reasons. Find out the solutions here.

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Employee Retention: What Does Your Turnover Rate Tell You?
By Joshua Stowers | November 16, 2023

Employee turnover is the voluntary or involuntary loss of an employee who leaves an open position that your business will need to fill. Learn how to track it.