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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.

Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources in HR Topics

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Paychex PEO Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | August 15, 2025
Paychex PEO provides payroll and HR services for businesses of all sizes starting at $39/month plus $5 per employee, with 24/7 support and 150+ integrations.
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QuickBooks Time Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | August 07, 2025
QuickBooks Time offers GPS tracking, project management, and payroll integration starting at $8 per user monthly, plus a base fee requiring QuickBooks Online.
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Review
MassMutual Review
By Kimberlee Leonard | July 29, 2025
MassMutual offers transparent 401k pricing at $500/year plus $20 per participant monthly. Includes 15,000 investment options and fiduciary services.
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ShareBuilder 401k Review and Pricing
By Kimberlee Leonard | July 28, 2025
ShareBuilder 401k offers flat-rate pricing starting at $95 monthly with investment fees under 1%. Plans include advisors but lack a mobile app for participants.
Article
Employee Development: How the Best Companies Develop Better Employees
By Melissa Powell | July 18, 2025
Developing great employees starts with addressing their needs as professionals. Here's how to support their goals and keep them at your company.
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Article
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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Despite Increasing Demand, Amazon Drivers Say They’re Happier Than Other Gig Workers
By Chad Brooks | June 26, 2025
Amazon drivers are the happiest among gig workers, with 76% satisfied with pay and 59% with workload, while Grubhub drivers are least satisfied.
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The State of Workplace Theft in 2025
By Chad Brooks | June 26, 2025
67% of employees admit to workplace theft, with time theft being the most common. Managers are twice as likely to steal money compared to non-managers.
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Article
Rippling vs. Gusto Comparison
By Skye Schooley | June 26, 2025
Rippling offers customizable HR, payroll, and IT tools for scaling businesses, while Gusto provides straightforward payroll for small teams under 50 employees.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the United States: An Examination of 680 DEI Statements in 2022
By Ryan McGonagill | June 26, 2025
Business.com research shows 56% of companies underrepresent women and 47% underrepresent people of color, with senior leadership gaps even more pronounced.
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Article
TriNet vs. Justworks Comparison
By Skye Schooley | June 26, 2025
TriNet offers industry-specific HR tools with comprehensive features, while Justworks provides transparent pricing and 24/7 support for small businesses.
Review
When I Work Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | May 16, 2025
When I Work is a time and attendance platform that offers employee scheduling, time tracking, shift swaps, and mobile clock-ins for restaurants and retail.
Review
Human Interest 401k Review and Pricing
By Kimberlee Leonard | March 27, 2025
This in-depth review and pricing guide of Human Interest 401k details its features and services, pros and cons, and onboarding and customer service information.
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Paychex Retirement Services Review and Pricing
By Kimberlee Leonard | February 07, 2025
Paychex integrates 401k plans with payroll and HR services on one platform. Employees enroll with automated contributions and dedicated retirement specialists.
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Review
TriNet Payroll Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | January 02, 2025
TriNet ensures error-free payroll processing. Learn why we chose TriNet as the best payroll service with time tracking and scheduling tools.
Article
Employee Retention: What Does Your Turnover Rate Tell You?
By Joshua Stowers | December 16, 2024
Calculate employee turnover by dividing departures by average headcount, then multiply by 100. Keep your rate under 10% for healthy employee retention.
Article
The Management Theory of Peter Drucker: Key Terms
By Miranda Fraraccio | December 10, 2024
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12 Ways to Foster a More Entrepreneurial Culture
By Sean Peek | November 18, 2024
In the workplace, you want to create a culture that supports collaboration and encourages retention. Use these tips to cultivate a more productive company.
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Article
Don’t Let Politics Divide Your Workforce
By undefined | October 16, 2024
9 to 5 is for green, not red and blue.
Argyle from Stranger Things
Article
Stranger Things: A Strong Company Culture Bakes In Employee Trust, Dude
By Ali Saleh | September 16, 2024
Even though Argyle is spacey, his strong sense of camaraderie with another Surfer Boy Pizza worker saves the world.
Adam Sandler Hustle movie
Article
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.
Get Pay Right
Article
Salary.com CEO Kent Plunkett’s Fair Pay Playbook [Full Q&A]
By Dawn Allcot | September 09, 2024
An interview with the author of Get Pay Right: How to Achieve Pay Equity That Works
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Article
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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Article
Bambee vs. Gusto Comparison
By Skye Schooley | July 10, 2024
If you're seeking HR software or a human resources outsourcing (HRO) partner, see how Bambee and Gusto compare when it comes to pricing, services and more.
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Article
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 Pay Transparency Impacts Worker Retention and Compensation Equity
By Chad Brooks | May 07, 2024
37% of employees work for companies with pay transparency, which boosts retention and equity. Pay gaps persist, with transparency laws in 10 U.S. states.
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Less Than Half of Workers With Mental Health Conditions Disclose Them to Their Employers. Here’s Why.
By Lindsay Renner Schwartz, LCSW | April 25, 2024
Less than half of workers with mental health conditions disclose them to employers. 75% who do feel supported, but only 20% request accommodations.
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Article
HR Management Systems Market Report for Small Businesses
By Chad Brooks | April 18, 2024
50% of SMBs use HR software like ADP, but many still rely on manual tools. HR tools improve efficiency, compliance, and retention, but cost is a barrier.
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Is a Four-Day Workweek Right for Your Business?
By Ali Saleh | April 04, 2024
It sounds extreme, but research is backing the four-day workweek.
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White Lotus Teaches Managers How Not to Deal With Problem Customers
By Dan Ketchum | April 01, 2024
A White Lotus guide to customer service