Hiring

Learn what a noncompete agreement is and how it is used to protect business assets.

The process of onboarding new employees always needs refining, but that's especially true while working remotely during a pandemic.

To start employees off on the right foot, make sure your orientation helps them feel welcome and answers all of their questions.

Learn what an HR manager does and how to tell when your business needs one.

A job description is many people's first introduction to your company. Here's what to include to make an impression.

We've narrowed down the best employee monitoring software for businesses. Check out our best picks and reviews.

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

It’s essential to ask the right questions when choosing a web developer.

Is the prospect of hiring new team members daunting when you can't meet them in person? Follow these steps and tips to feel good about your choice.

Ask job seekers these 10 HR interview questions to find the best employees for your company.

Learn more about the ideal qualities to look for in a software engineer.

There are pros and cons to hiring both W-2 full-time employees and 1099 contractors. It is important to know what those are before you decide which way to go.

Sterling Staffing Solutions CEO Stephen Carter shares his tips on staffing your business.

Learn what companies are doing to improve diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Learn the difference between exempt and nonexempt so you can properly classify your employees.

Making diversity part of a company's DNA requires an ongoing commitment to embracing all races, religions, nationalities, ages, sexual orientations and gender identities.

Upgrade from a clipboard and pen to cloud-based apps to track subcontractors' work.

How long should employees have to prove themselves? Some say it can take as long as 18 months. Here's why probationary periods can work.

The business.com community asked how to test for leadership ability. We found answers.

Companies are innovative only if they employ innovative people. What characteristics are predictors of innovation?

Quontic successfully onboarded remote employees during the pandemic. Learn how your business can do this too.

A Supreme Court ruling might change the way employees view contractual agreements.

Video interviews will become more common as businesses reopen and start to grow again. Follow these tips when you inevitably need to interview a candidate remotely.

For a career in human resources or recruitment, check out these certifications.

Why is it beneficial for employers to promote from within the company, and what internal promotion options are available? There are ways for business owners to make the most of these situations.

It can be hard to know which skills you should be looking for. Here are the employee skills business owners say are the most valuable.

Freelancers and those needing professional talent have so many ways to connect.

Do you want more millennials to join and remain loyal to your company? Here's how to recruit and keep this age group.

Ask these questions when looking for the right person to take on the essential role of managing your business's products.

Learn about the benefits and labor laws associated with hiring minors.