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

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What Is a Reasonable PTO Policy?
By Kiely Kuligowski | September 11, 2024

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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Don’t Scare Employees With This Employment TRAP
By Skye Schooley | September 09, 2024

Find out what training repayment agreement provisions (TRAPs) are, whether they're legal and their advantages for employers.

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Beyond the Clock: The Benefits of Highly Motivated Employees
By Skye Schooley | September 03, 2024

Learn the links between highly motivated employees and high employee engagement – and how both can benefit your business.

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What Is Considered Wrongful Termination?
By Skye Schooley | September 03, 2024

Wrongfully terminating an employee can have significant implications. Learn how to avoid illegally firing an employee.

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What to Know About Bereavement Leave
By Skye Schooley | September 03, 2024

Create a bereavement leave policy that follows these laws and best practices.

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Employee Performance Goals and Metrics: Performance Goals Examples
By Skye Schooley | August 29, 2024

Setting employee performance goals is an important job for managers. Learn how to set performance goals and why they're important, and view specific examples.

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Shallow Pockets: Tips for Hiring Employees on a Limited Budget
By Skye Schooley | August 29, 2024

If your business has a small budget, you'll have to get creative when hiring. Try these strategies for recruiting and hiring top talent on a limited budget.

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How to Improve Relations Between Your Managers and Employees
By Sammi Caramela | August 29, 2024

The relationship between your managers and your employees is key to maintaining a productive and happy workplace. Get relationship management tips.

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15 Reasons Employees Quit (and How to Prevent It)
By Sean Peek | August 29, 2024

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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Do You Have a Toxic Employee Wreaking Havoc in Your Business?
By Skye Schooley | August 29, 2024

Learn how to spot toxic employees and develop strategies to ensure they don't ruin your business.

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How to Transition to Long-Term Work From Home
By Kiely Kuligowski | August 27, 2024

Working from home requires preparation and a new approach. Learn how to transition to remote work if you're working for a company or starting your own business.

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The Best Employee Scheduling Software of 2024
By Andrew Martins | August 27, 2024

Looking for the best employee scheduling software? We've reviewed the best and cheapest programs.

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The Best HR Outsourcing Services of 2024
By Skye Schooley | August 27, 2024

Human resource outsourcing services can simplify your human resource responsibilities. Learn about the best HROs available for your small business.

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Sixty-one Percent of Workers are Seeking or Planning to Seek New Jobs
By Chad Brooks | August 21, 2024

Higher pay, better benefits, or improved work environment could entice 88 percent of these job seekers to stay with their current company

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7 Ways to Create a Happy and Motivated Workplace
By Julie Thompson | August 21, 2024

Employee satisfaction is crucial to a motivated workplace. Here are some great ways to create a happy and productive work environment.

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Workplace Accidents: How to Avoid Them and What to Do When They Happen
By Mark Fairlie | August 21, 2024

Find out how to avoid workplace accidents and the best way to handle them if they do occur.

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Domestic Partner Benefits in the Era of Marriage Equality
By Skye Schooley | August 16, 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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Soft Skills to Consider for Improved Employee Return on Investment
By Julie Thompson | August 15, 2024

If you want to boost productivity and profits, make sure your employees have these soft skills. You'll see a better return on investment if they do.

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Communicating Your Compensation Plan to Your Employees
By Kent Plunkett | August 12, 2024

An excerpt from Get Pay Right: How to Achieve Pay Equity That Works

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How to Foster a Culture of Empowered Employees
By Sean Peek | August 08, 2024

Create a work culture that allows employees to understand how their contribution is meaningful. Here are tips to help empower your workers.

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Pets in the Workplace: Is It a Good or Bad Idea?
By Skye Schooley | August 05, 2024

Some companies allow dogs, cats, birds and even reptiles in the office, but not all businesses can. Weigh the pros and cons of a pet-friendly office.

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Unspoken Signals: Common Body Language Mistakes to Avoid in the Workplace
By Skye Schooley | July 30, 2024

Your body language defines your persona. These nonverbal cues can crush your chances of success.

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Being a Good Co-Worker Makes the Workplace Better
By Mark Fairlie | July 25, 2024

While business owners and managers are responsible for creating a great work environment, you can contribute by being a good co-worker. Learn how.

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What’s in a Name? How to Choose the Most Appropriate Job Title
By Skye Schooley | July 25, 2024

Learn how to pick great job titles for your employees, the common job titles and levels, and why job titles matter.

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5 Reasons Why Teamwork Is Crucial to Workplace Success
By Sean Peek | July 24, 2024

Follow these essential tips to boost your company's bottom line and overall communication through teamwork.

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7 Ways to Improve Workplace Diversity and Inclusion
By Skye Schooley | July 19, 2024

Is your company's diversity and inclusion strategy enough? Check out these companies that have made real changes.