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A business is only as strong as its team. Dive into the hiring process with our recruitment guides, onboarding how-tos and employee retention strategies. These expert-backed resources will help you staff your business for the short and long term.

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What Interview Questions to Ask Candidates for Human Resources Jobs
By Skye Schooley | September 15, 2025

Hiring a good HR manager for your business starts with asking the right questions. Check out a list of the best interview questions for HR.

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Despite Labor Shortages, New Graduates Face 90% Rejection Rate in Job Hunt
By Ryan McGonagill | September 02, 2025

Business.com interns applied to 300+ jobs but got no offers; many applications were ignored. In-office roles got more interest than remote ones.

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Resume Fraud: The Shocking Cost of Who You May Be Hiring
By Skye Schooley | August 11, 2025

Find out what resume fraud is, how it may impact your small business, and how to spot it.

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Small Business Hiring Tips: Best Ways to Recruit Employees
By Evyatar Sagie | July 16, 2025

Finding the right employees is key to your business's success. Follow these tips to find workers who are a good fit for the organization and role.

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Should You Hire Experienced Workers or Recent College Graduates?
By Miranda Fraraccio | July 11, 2025

Why might hiring a recent college graduate be a better choice for your business than a seasoned professional? Here's a closer look at the options.

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Job-seekers With Nonbinary Gender Pronouns on Their Resumes Are Less Likely To Be Contacted by Employers
By Ryan McGonagill | June 26, 2025

Nonbinary job seekers face bias as resumes with they/them pronouns get less interest from employers, despite most being Equal Opportunity Employers.

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Everything You Need to Know About Hiring Foreign Nationals
By Skye Schooley | May 16, 2025

Learn what a foreign national is, how to hire foreign workers and why you should consider hiring them.

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7 Signs It’s Time to Hire Your First HR Person
By Skye Schooley | May 15, 2025

By hiring someone to handle HR in-house, small business owners can save time and increase confidence that their HR is being handled responsibly.

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How to Hire Immigrant Workers for Your Small Business
By Skye Schooley | May 01, 2025

Small businesses have a lot to think about when dealing with immigration and foreign employees. Learn about visas, work authorization I-9 forms and more.

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8 Hiring Challenges Facing Small Business Owners
By Skye Schooley | April 15, 2025

Discover how your small business can overcome the many challenges associated with hiring.

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Small Business Guide to Hiring a Social Media Manager
By Kiely Kuligowski | April 03, 2025

Are you considering hiring a social media manager for your business? Find out what to look for, where to find one and how much you should pay.

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What to Include in an Employment Contract
By Skye Schooley | March 26, 2025

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

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What Is a Criminal Background Check?
By Patrick Proctor | March 25, 2025

This guide introduces the concept of criminal background checks and why employers might use one when recruiting and hiring new employees.

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What Is Employment Verification?
By Patrick Proctor | March 07, 2025

Employment verifications play an important role in the hiring process. Here is how to conduct one.

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What Is a Department of Transportation Background Check?
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | February 25, 2025

DOT background checks are mandatory for commercial drivers and include driving record reviews, drug/alcohol testing, employment verification and physical exams.

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The Pros and Cons of Hiring a Bookkeeper
By Max Freedman | February 19, 2025

Hiring a financial professional like a bookkeeper can help you save money and time. But it's crucial to understand the downsides as well as the upsides.

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Finding Talented Freelancers: 11 Websites Worth Searching
By Jennifer Dublino | February 06, 2025

Freelance workers help your company expand your team while keeping overhead to a minimum. Learn about 12 websites where you can find talented freelancers.

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Hiring Freelancers for Your Startup? Consider These Pros and Cons
By Skye Schooley | January 16, 2025

If you're considering hiring freelancers to help you grow your startup, here are a few pros and cons to remember.

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Owning Your Onboarding Process Is the Key to Success With New Hires
By Miranda Fraraccio | January 06, 2025

Make sure your new hires are onboarded successfully so they are set up for success in their new roles.

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Company Culture Metrics: What You Need to Be Tracking and Why
By Miranda Fraraccio | January 03, 2025

Here are some important measures of performance in the office and components of company culture that you need to be tracking.

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16 Questions to Ask Your Web Developer
By Mark Fairlie | December 03, 2024

When choosing a web developer, asking the right questions can help you find someone who understands your vision and can give you the website you want.

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Why It’s Important New Hires Fit a Company’s Culture
By Andrew Martins | November 27, 2024

Business owners who want a cohesive workplace must ensure new hires fit the company culture. Learn why a cultural fit is vital and how to qualify people.

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How to Negotiate When Hiring Freelancers
By Bennett Conlin | November 21, 2024

If you need additional help but can’t afford to hire a full-time employee, working with a freelancer is a good option. Here’s how to negotiate fairly.

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Don’t Go It Alone: The Case for Hiring a Marketing Expert
By Jennifer Dublino | September 26, 2024

While entrepreneurs can do it all, they should leave digital marketing to the experts. Learn how a digital marketing expert can improve your bottom line.

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Hustle: Why Every Hiring Team Needs a Stanley Sugarman
By Ali Saleh | September 16, 2024

Netflix’s summer basketball flick Hustle was an instant favorite among viewers and critics — and offers a business lesson.

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Have conditions improved in the workplace for nonbinary professionals?
By Ryan McGonagill | May 17, 2024

Resumes with they/them pronouns get 8% less likely to be considered a good fit, with 72% of nonbinary job-seekers fearing negative impact from their identity.

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How to Handle a Bad Hire
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2024

Bad hires can cost thousands in lost productivity, morale damage and turnover. Common causes include rushed decisions, poor screening and bad culture fit.

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Physical Height Is a “Complex” Hiring Bias
By Ali Saleh | February 14, 2024

Don’t let your shorter workers get the short end of the stick.

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How to Fast-Track Productivity for New Hires
By Ben Baran | February 14, 2024

Onboarding … on schedule.

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All the Rage: Telltale Signs of an Angry Applicant
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

Learn more about what is driving employees to become angry job applicants.