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Human Resources Management

A critical part of running a business is hiring and managing your employees. Our Human Resource Management hub has everything you need to know about recruiting the best workers, creating and enforcing workplace policies, and maintaining a company culture that keeps your team engaged and motivated.

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What Are Employee Compensation Packages?
The types of compensation packages you offer your employees can have a big impact on your business. Discover which ones are right for your team.
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What Does It Take to Be a Good People Manager?
Learn how to enhance your people management skills to effectively lead your team to success.
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Skye Schooley
The Benefits Stay Interviews Can Bring to Your Company
Stay interviews can play a vital role in retaining top talent and bolstering company culture.
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What Employee Info Can You Collect in Personnel Files?
Learn which documents you should include (and not include) in your employee personnel files.
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Learn how to conduct a phone screen interview and what phone interview questions to ask a candidate.

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If you need help with your benefits management process, follow these five steps to get your employee benefits plan up and running.

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Effective recruiting strategies can improve your workforce and save you money. Learn what the recruitment process is and how to conduct it.

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How long should your hiring process take? Find out how long each step of your recruiting process should be and learn tips for speeding it up.

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Small businesses have to compete with big businesses when recruiting employees. They can come out on top by being responsive, flexible and personalized.

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Does Your Business Need a Code of Ethics or Conduct?
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Formal codes of ethics and conduct can ensure consistency in an organization. Learn if your business needs a code of ethics and code of conduct — or both.

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Hiring on a Timeline: How Long Should Each Step Actually Take?
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The hiring process takes an average of 44 days. But the longer it drags on, the more likely it becomes that candidates look elsewhere — efficiency is critical.

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Gap Insurance for Healthcare? Look for More of It in 2025
By Kimberlee Leonard | December 08, 2025

Gap insurance is supplemental health coverage paired with a high-deductible major medical plan. The goal is to help employees cover out-of-pocket expenses.

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First Time Hiring? Your Complete Checklist for Getting It Right
By Adam Uzialko | December 05, 2025

Hiring your first employee is a critical step. Do it right by setting a budget, complying with labor regulations, and conducting a thorough interview process.

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8 Tips for Building a Successful Remote Company
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Remote companies provide significant benefits to employers and employees. Learn tips for building a successful remote company that runs like clockwork.

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Resume Screening 101: How to Find the Right Candidate in a Stack of Applications
By Adam Uzialko | December 04, 2025

To make sure you’re only bringing in the best candidates for job interviews, screen resumes to filter out red flags and identify the most promising applicants.

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How to Dissolve a Partnership Agreement
By Sean Peek | December 02, 2025

The end of a partnership is usually difficult for a number of reasons. Here's how to end a partnership on good terms.

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Why In-House and Freelance Web Developers Are Both Ideal for Small Businesses
By Mark Fairlie | December 01, 2025

See the pros and cons of hiring freelance web developers versus having them on staff and find out how to decide which is best for your business.

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Up in Smoke: Should Businesses Still Drug Test for Marijuana?
By Skye Schooley | December 01, 2025

Amid increased legalization, the debate on whether to still drug test employees for weed use is complicated. See the pros and cons here.

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5 Ways a UX Designer Can Benefit Your Company
By Jamie Johnson | November 24, 2025

A user experience, or UX, designer makes products accessible and usable. Learn how a UX designer can optimize your offerings and help your small business.

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TriNet HR Software Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | November 14, 2025

TriNet is a digital human resources (HR) solution for small and midsize businesses, and its features make it especially useful for startups.

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How to Manage Your Small Business Through a Crisis
By Mark Fairlie | November 14, 2025

Here's how you can navigate a crisis successfully and stay in business.

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The Pros and Cons of Flexible Benefits
By Skye Schooley | November 13, 2025

Understand the pros and cons of flexible benefits so you can determine if they are right for your business.

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How to Improve Relations Between Your Managers and Employees
By Sammi Caramela | November 13, 2025

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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By Skye Schooley | November 13, 2025

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

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By Skye Schooley | November 10, 2025

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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4 Human Resources Decisions That Affect Your Company
By Skye Schooley | November 10, 2025

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

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What Is an Administrative Services Organization (ASO)?
By Matt D’Angelo | November 10, 2025

Learn how ASOs differ from PEOs and how outsourced help can ease your management burdens.

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Massages and Pets and Beer, Oh My! Creative Perks for Improved Morale
By Skye Schooley | November 10, 2025

Add these creative benefits to your employee benefits package to attract and retain staff, reduce stress and burnout, and improve company morale.

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Domestic Partner Benefits in the Era of Marriage Equality
By Skye Schooley | November 10, 2025

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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Shallow Pockets: Tips for Hiring Employees on a Limited Budget
By Skye Schooley | November 07, 2025

Small businesses can hire quality employees on tight budgets by using free job boards, promoting internally, hiring versatile workers, and leveraging referrals.

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The Small Business Productivity Guide: 10 Tips to Boost Your Output
By Victor Snyder | November 06, 2025

You can help your employees become more efficient at their jobs with this guide that offers tips on maximizing the workday.

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8 Soft Skills to Consider for Improved Employee Return on Investment
By Julie Thompson | November 06, 2025

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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By Chad Brooks | November 06, 2025

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