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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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Why You Should Pay Your Employees to Stop Working For You
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2026
Final paychecks must include unused vacation pay, accrued wages and commissions. State laws determine payment deadlines ranging from immediately to 30 days.
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Are Employees More Productive Working From Home?
By Baruch Silvermann | February 21, 2026
Historically, traditional job roles were shackled to the office, but are we more productive at home? See data and learn how to improve remote productivity.
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How to Recognize and Support Employees With Impostor Syndrome
By Julie Thompson | February 21, 2026
When your employees feel inadequate, there are steps that you can take to help them overcome that self-doubt and improve their productivity.
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What Is Recruitment?
By Skye Schooley | February 19, 2026
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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Insperity PEO Services Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | February 13, 2026
Insperity PEO offers comprehensive HR, payroll, benefits and compliance with 24/7 support and local offices. Pricing ranges $150-210 per employee/month.
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Nepotism in the Workplace: What It Is and How to Prevent It (2026 Guide)
By Patrick Proctor | February 11, 2026
Workplace nepotism can have a destructive impact on any organization, yet it remains surprisingly common. Learn to recognize and prevent nepotism.
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How Do Staffing Agencies Work?
By Patrick Proctor | February 10, 2026
Staffing agencies are a great way to find temporary workers. See if this is right for your business.
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Essential Management Theories and the Thinkers Behind Them
By Bennett Conlin | February 10, 2026
What's the logic behind popular management theories? Discover the pros and cons of these theories in our detailed guide.
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How to Hire Immigrant Workers for Your Small Business
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
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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Employee Performance Goals: Goal-Setting Steps, Metrics & Examples
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
Set effective employee performance goals using MBO and continuous feedback. Top HR software includes BambooHR, Paychex Flex, GoCo, and monday.com for tracking.
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TriNet HR Software Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
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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Creating a Strong Company Culture: How to Do It Right
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
Workers thrive in cultures that encourage support, personal growth and open communication. Here are some tips to achieve that culture.
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Paycor Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
Paycor is the ideal HR software to view workforce analytics in addition to managing traditional HR processes. See a full breakdown of pricing.
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Guide to Compensation Management
By Jennifer Dublino | February 10, 2026
To get and retain top talent, you need a strategy that considers your business’s strategic goals and objectives. Here is how to develop a good policy.
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Papaya Global Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
Papaya Global is an international PEO that allows businesses to onboard workers, administer benefits, and manage payroll across multiple countries.
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12 Ways to Improve Your Office Workflow
By Miranda Fraraccio | February 10, 2026
Make your employees happier and more productive by following these tips for making your business run more efficiently and smoothly.
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4 Tips to Build a Strong In-House Marketing Team
By Jennifer Dublino | February 10, 2026
If you have the resources, an in-house marketing team can lower costs and foster creativity and agility. Learn to build a strong in-house marketing team.
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Small Business Guide to Hiring a Social Media Manager
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 10, 2026
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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How to Offer Employee Benefits
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
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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8 ADP Payroll Alternatives
By Julie Thompson | February 10, 2026
ADP offers HR, payroll and more, but its costs might be prohibitive. Learn which ADP alternatives may better suit your company.
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Switching to an Automated HR System? Here’s How to Prepare
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
Handling HR tasks manually is onerous, so many organizations are migrating to the cloud. Save time and money by proactively preparing for the transition.
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It’s Not All Paperwork: How Does HR Really Spend Their Time?
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
Find out how an HR department can handle important personnel aspects of your business, including recruiting, payroll, and benefits.
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Does Your Business Need a Code of Ethics or Conduct?
By Jennifer Dublino | February 09, 2026
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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Why Is Cultural Competency Important for Businesses?
By Sean Peek | February 06, 2026
Understanding cultural differences and building a culturally competent company isn't just a skill for global businesses.
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HR for Small Business: 9 HR Basics to Manage
By Vanessa Johnson | February 03, 2026
Learn some human resources basics to ensure your business successfully recruits and retains employees and stays legally compliant.
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Why It’s Important New Hires Fit a Company’s Culture
By Andrew Martins | February 03, 2026
Business owners who want a cohesive workplace must ensure new hires fitthe company culture. Learn why a cultural fit is vital and how to qualify people.
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What Are the Benefits of a Section 125 Plan?
By Miranda Fraraccio | February 03, 2026
With the tax savings it offers, a Section 125 plan can be a nice addition to a benefits package. Here are the pros and cons of these plans.
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Why Do Small Businesses Need a Registered Agent?
By Deborah Sweeney | February 02, 2026
Finding a registered agent is part of starting a business. Learn what a registered agent is and why your small business needs one.
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How Open Office Plans Affect Workplace Productivity
By Julie Thompson | February 02, 2026
Open offices have pros and cons when it comes to productivity. Learn their upsides and drawbacks and how to maintain productivity in an open office plan.
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16 Questions to Ask Your Web Developer
By Mark Fairlie | February 02, 2026
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.