Hiring

A poor hiring decision costs a company tens of thousands of dollars, and while we're all bound to make a suboptimal hire at some point, any mistake that can be avoided should be avoided at all costs.

Create relevant job titles for roles in your business, attract and retain top talent, and foster a positive company culture.

The Employer's Guide to the ADA

A social media manager is responsible for creating and monitoring your social media content. Here's what to look for when hiring one.

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

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.

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.

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.

An employee handbook, or staff manual, outlines your company's policies, procedures and behavioral expectations that direct your team's actions.

Your team culture includes how you work with one another, so it's important that new hires are empowered to do their jobs.