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4 Questions for a Successful HRIS Audit
By Chad Brooks | March 27, 2023

Find out what a human resources information system is, the different types of HRIS and the questions to ask when evaluating a system.

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5 Proactive Ways to Prevent Quiet Quitting
By Elizabeth Veras | March 24, 2023

This guide offers proactive tips for employers who want to prevent their team from quiet quitting.

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Complete Guide to Understanding the Sales Funnel
By David Gargaro | March 23, 2023

A sales funnel is the step-by-step process that a prospect follows to become your customer.

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Why It’s Time to Change Your Company’s Dress Code
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Workforce trends and cultural standards have evolved over the years. Learn how to revise your business's dress code policy to keep up.

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5 Reasons Why Emotional Intelligence Matters in Sales
By Jennifer Dublino | March 23, 2023

While sales careers require a variety of skills, emotional intelligence may be one of the most important. Learn why emotional intelligence matters in sales.

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Which Is Better: Cash- or Accrual-Based Business Accounting?
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

Cash- and accrual-based business accounting are analysis methods for determining a business's financial health. Learn which is right for your business.

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What Is Data Management?
By Adam Uzialko | March 23, 2023

Data management is the process by which businesses gather, store, access and secure data from business software solutions. Here’s what you need to know.

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What Is a Reasonable PTO Policy?
By Kiely Kuligowski | March 23, 2023

A business's paid time off (PTO) policy outlines employee time off regulations. Learn the three types of PTO policies and PTO policy best practices.

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Why Offering Paid Leave Is Good for Your Business
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

Learn several reasons why your business is better off offering employees paid time off.

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Pets Go to Work: How to Create a Pet Policy for Your Office
By Julie Thompson | March 23, 2023

Pets in the workplace may boost productivity and motivation. Create a pet policy that accommodates pet owners and alleviates other employees' concerns.

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A Nonprofit’s Guide to Accounting
By Katharine Paljug | March 23, 2023

Nonprofit organizations have specific accounting regulations and requirements. Learn what nonprofits need to know about accounting.

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Management Theory of Elton Mayo
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

Australian professor George Elton Mayo’s human relations theory can help your company build more productive and effective teams.

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How to Manage Risks and Maximize Rewards of Co-Employment
By Tania Fiero | March 23, 2023

Find out what co-employment is, how to choose a co-employer and how to manage the co-employment relationship to maximize the benefits.

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Why You Should Let Your Employees Nap on the Job
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

The key to productivity may actually be allowing workers to sleep during the day. Learn about incorporating naptime into your workplace.

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How to Be an Inspirational Leader
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2023

Want to become a more inspirational leader? Here is what you need to do.

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Grow Your Small Business by Outsourcing Business Processes
By Jennifer Dublino | March 23, 2023

Outsourcing certain tasks can help you save money you'd otherwise spend on non-revenue-producing employees. Here's how and what to outsource.

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How to Do a Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
By Mark Fairlie | March 23, 2023

Businesses must convince customers their personal data is safe. Run a cybersecurity risk assessment to protect company and customer data.

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How to Handle a Bad Hire
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2023

How much will a crummy employee set your business back? Find out here and get the steps to resolve the issue.

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How to Boost Customer Retention
By Jennifer Dublino | March 23, 2023

Keeping your existing customers keeps costs down while helping your company grow. Learn how to make customers happy enough to keep doing business with you.

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4 Human Resources Decisions That Affect Your Company
By Skye Schooley | March 22, 2023

HR support is an essential element of company success. Learn how human resources decisions can impact your business.

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11 Ways to Successfully Onboard Your New Hires
By Dennis O’Keefe | March 22, 2023

Onboarding will help employees learn the necessary job skills and behaviors to become productive team members as quickly as possible.

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From Conflict to Cooperation: Building Stronger Cross-Cultural Teams
By Michael Henman | March 22, 2023

While cross-cultural teams offer challenges, such workplace diversity can offer opportunities for innovation, creativity and other assets.

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How to Find and Attract Business Investors
By Jennifer Dublino | March 22, 2023

Startups often turn to investors to help grow their businesses. Learn how to find a business investor and what to look for.

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Why You Should Promote From Within Your Company
By Laura Spawn | March 22, 2023

Learn more about why it's beneficial for employers to promote from within the company

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Deposit Required? When to Ask Customers to Pay Upfront
By Jennifer Dublino | March 22, 2023

Upfront deposits show customers you're providing something of value. Learn when to require a deposit and six tips for collecting upfront payments.

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Why You Should Develop a Relationship With a Business Lawyer
By Mark Fairlie | March 22, 2023

Hiring the right business lawyer is crucial. It's also helpful to develop a strong relationship with them as your business grows. Here is what you need to know.

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Why Employees and Not IT Are Driving the New Technological Revolution
By Mark Fairlie | March 22, 2023

You trust your IT team but should you involve other employees to help build your tech stack? Yes ― it will reduce staff turnover and improve productivity.

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Environmental Scanning: How CEOs Can Stay Ahead of the Curve and Beat the Competition
By Ken Gosnell | March 22, 2023

Environmental scanning is when leaders survey the landscape of competitors, customers and innovations. See how environmental scanning gives CEOs an edge.

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The Art of Words: How to Write the Perfect Mission Statement
By Sean Peek | March 22, 2023

Your mission statement should show your company's vision and describe how customers see your business. Here's how to create a mission statement that distinguishes you from competitors.

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The Pros and Cons of Offering Money-Back Guarantees
By Chad Brooks | March 22, 2023

Offering money-back guarantees has both pros and cons. See whether a money-back guarantee is right for your business.