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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Traditional vs. Roth IRAs: What SMB Owners Must Know
By Max Freedman | January 27, 2026
SMB owners are responsible for their own nest eggs. Which retirement account should they choose? Compare the pros and cons of traditional and Roth IRAs.
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Don’t Want to Cut Employees? Try Cutting Salaries
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
If you need to cut business expenses, an alternative to layoffs is salary reductions. Here are the laws and guidelines to follow when cutting employee pay.
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Boosting Business Success: The Benefits of Highly Motivated Employees
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
Highly motivated employees boost productivity, lower turnover, improve customer satisfaction, and drive innovation across departments and teams.
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Pets in the Workplace: Is It a Good or Bad Idea?
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
Some companies allow dogs, cats, birds and even reptiles in the office, but not all businesses can. Weigh the pros and cons of a pet-friendly office.
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How to Reduce Sick Days by Encouraging a Healthy Workplace
By Jennifer Dublino | January 27, 2026
When employees are out sick, everyone loses. Learn how to help your staff stay healthy and productive.
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How to Foster a Culture of Empowered Employees
By Sean Peek | January 27, 2026
Create a work culture that allows employees to understand how their contributions are meaningful. Here are tips to help empower your workers.
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5 Ways an Ergonomically Designed Workstation Can Improve Your Productivity
By Julie Thompson | January 27, 2026
Learn how workplace ergonomics can increase productivity and employee happiness.
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Best Productivity Methods to Transform Your Small Business Operations
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
Top productivity methods include the Pomodoro Technique’s “sprints”, Getting Things Done by David Allen, the Eisenhower Matrix and Personal Kanban boards.
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360 Feedback: A Complete Guide to Multi-Source Performance Development
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
Learn what 360 degree feedback is and how to implement it effectively in small businesses. Complete guide with examples, templates, and best practices.
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360 Feedback Tools
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026
Compare the best 360 feedback tools for SMBs. Get pricing, features, and a 30-day rollout plan to launch your first multi-rater feedback cycle.
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How to Find Employees: Guide to Job Posting Sites and Hiring Platforms
By Adam Uzialko | January 27, 2026
The best ways to find employees include job boards like ZipRecruiter and LinkedIn, employee referrals and resume databases, and building a talent pipeline.
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6 Steps to Improve Your Organization’s Performance
By Jennifer Dublino | January 26, 2026
Continuous improvement is crucial for businesses. Learn the types of organizational improvements and 6 strategies for improving organizational performance.
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Company Culture Metrics: What You Need to Be Tracking and Why
By Miranda Fraraccio | January 26, 2026
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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What to Do if ICE Serves Your Business With a Form I-9 Audit
By Julie Thompson | January 26, 2026
If ICE serves your business with Form I-9, being prepared is essential. Here’s what you need to do to save money and time.
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Management Theory of Stephen Covey
By Sean Peek | January 26, 2026
Learn how Stephen Covey’s seven habits of highly effective people can make you more successful in business.
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Pets Go to Work: How to Create a Pet Policy for Your Office
By Julie Thompson | January 26, 2026
Pets in the workplace may boost productivity and motivation. Create a pet policy that accommodates pet owners and alleviates other employees' concerns.
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Owning Your Onboarding Process Is the Key to Success With New Hires
By Miranda Fraraccio | January 26, 2026
Make sure your new hires are onboarded successfully so they are set up for success in their new roles.
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Ways to Prepare for a Gen Z Workplace
By Tom Anziano | January 26, 2026
Find out what Gen Z workers expect and how to best prepare your workplace.
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5 Reasons Remote Teams Are More Engaged Than Office Workers
By Jennifer Dublino | January 26, 2026
You might think in-office workers show more engagement than remote teams but that isn’t true. Here’s why virtual employees are often more productive.
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What to Include in a Termination Letter
By Skye Schooley | January 26, 2026
Check out these free templates to help you write an employee termination letter.
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How to Design a Workspace That Improves Productivity
By Katharine Paljug | January 26, 2026
Your workspace design can boost productivity and efficiency. Learn effective workplace design tips and how workplace design affects productivity.
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What Is Disciplinary Action?
By Sean Peek | January 26, 2026
Disciplinary action is a corrective measure in response to an employee's misconduct or poor performance. Learn how to create a disciplinary action policy.
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Is Your Office Space Making You Depressed? How Environment Affects Productivity
By Julie Thompson | January 23, 2026
Your office environment can cause stress and depression. Learn five ways to make your office space healthier and more effective.
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Management Theory of Robert Waterman
By Sean Peek | January 23, 2026
Thomas Peters and Robert Waterman's theory observations developed foundational points for successful organizations.
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Management Theory of Edgar Schein
By Max Freedman | January 23, 2026
Edgar Schein's theory defines culture through three levels: artifacts, espoused values, and basic assumptions that shape how organizations truly operate.
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Everything You Need to Know About Hiring Foreign Nationals
By Skye Schooley | January 23, 2026
Learn what a foreign national is, how to hire foreign workers and why you should consider hiring them.
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How to Identify a True Leader
By Sean Peek | January 22, 2026
Follow these tips and tricks to make sure your next hire has the leadership skills you need on the team.
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Want to Boost Productivity? Start by Cleaning Your Office
By Julie Thompson | January 22, 2026
You can get more done if you keep your space tidy. Here are several regular practices that can make you work more effectively.
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The Benefits Stay Interviews Can Bring to Your Company
By Patrick Proctor | January 22, 2026
Learn how to conduct a stay interview, see sample questions and find out the benefits.
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7 Ways to Create a Happy and Motivated Workplace
By Julie Thompson | January 22, 2026
Employee satisfaction is crucial to a motivated workplace. Here are some great ways to create a happy and productive work environment.