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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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What Are the Benefits of a Section 125 Plan?
By Miranda Fraraccio | April 29, 2025

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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Small Business 401(k) Plans: What to Know About Employee Retirement Plans
By Jennifer Dublino | April 28, 2025

Learn the ins and outs of 401(k) plans to make sure you comply and help your employees save as much as possible.

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Why Professional Development Is Important for Your Career
By Jennifer Dublino | April 23, 2025

Professional development boosts employee performance, career mobility and retention. Learn how it benefits workers and employers alike.

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Switching to an Automated HR System? Here’s How to Prepare
By Skye Schooley | April 22, 2025

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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What Are PEO Payroll Services? Comparing PEO Payroll to Traditional Payroll Services
By Skye Schooley | April 17, 2025

A business has many options for managing payroll, such as hiring a PEO service and using payroll software. Here’s what you need to consider.

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Veriato Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | April 16, 2025

Veriato uses AI and risk scoring to monitor thousands of employees with keystroke tracking, anomaly detection, and insider threat tools for enterprises.

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16 HR Tools Every HR Manager Needs
By Sean Peek | April 15, 2025

HR tools increase efficiency and productivity. Here are the 16 HR tools every HR manager needs.

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How to Conduct a Phone Screen Interview & Best Questions to Ask
By Skye Schooley | April 15, 2025

Learn how to conduct a phone screen interview and what phone interview questions to ask a candidate.

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8 Hiring Challenges Facing Small Business Owners
By Skye Schooley | April 15, 2025

Discover how your small business can overcome the many challenges associated with hiring.

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6 Direct Deposit Alternatives
By Julie Thompson | April 14, 2025

While most employers offer direct deposit for paychecks, it's not helpful for employees without banking options. Learn some direct deposit alternatives.

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Benefits of an Employee Assistance Program
By Skye Schooley | April 14, 2025

Learn how an employee assistance program can help employers and their employees, the requirements of an EAP, how to implement one and more.

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Guide to Compensation Management
By Jennifer Dublino | April 09, 2025

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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What Is a Merit Pay Increase?
By Mark Fairlie | April 08, 2025

Merit increases can help boost productivity and retain valuable employees, but you need to know the benefits and pitfalls of the policy.

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Oh, No, You Didn’t! 4 Tips for Preventing Employee Accounting Fraud
By Dachondra Cason | April 08, 2025

Employee accounting fraud is a possibility for any business. Learn how to prevent and mitigate employee fraud with these tips.

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The Pros and Cons of Having a Human Resources Department
By Skye Schooley | April 07, 2025

Should you hire an internal human resources department? Learn the pros and cons of having an HR department and how to go about hiring one.

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10 Ways to Stop Absenteeism in the Workplace
By Skye Schooley | April 07, 2025

Employee absenteeism costs thousands per hourly worker annually. Reduce it through strategic attendance policies, health support and flexible schedules.

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Ooma Office Review and Plan Costs in 2025
By Jessica Elliott | April 07, 2025

Ooma Office offers cloud-based VoIP phone service starting at $19.95/user/month with transparent pricing, no contracts and setup ideal for small businesses.

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Why HR’s Organizational Structure Matters
By Skye Schooley | April 04, 2025

Ensuring your HR team is appropriately organized and structured is critical to your success. Here’s more about the types of structure and why they matter.

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Small Business Guide to Hiring a Social Media Manager
By Kiely Kuligowski | April 03, 2025

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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Break Free From Performance Management Shackles: Companies That Are Paving the Way
By Jennifer Post | April 03, 2025

Performance management methods, including performance reviews, no longer benefit businesses. Learn alternative methods from companies paving the way.

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The Pros and Cons of a Payroll Card
By Julie Thompson | April 03, 2025

Should you offer employees the option of being paid via payroll card? Learn the pros and cons so you can make the best decision for your company.

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9 Ways to Resolve Conflict Between Your Sales and Marketing Teams
By Julie Thompson | April 03, 2025

Resolve sales-marketing conflicts by defining roles, creating cohesive strategies, using CRM software, setting shared goals, and addressing tension immediately.

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What Is Employee Self-Service?
By Sean Peek | March 31, 2025

Many human resources information systems have some type of employee self-service options. Here's what you need to know about employee self-service.

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The Pros and Cons of Using a PEO
By Skye Schooley | March 31, 2025

PEOs offer recruitment assistance, Fortune 500-level employee benefits for small businesses, and liability protection in wrongful termination lawsuits.

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Can Managers Become Leaders?
By Jennifer Post | March 28, 2025

Managers plan and carry out organizational activities, but their role demands leadership. Here are five ways managers can become great leaders.

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Visualizing Success: How to Set Up Effective Quarterly Goals
By Julie Thompson | March 28, 2025

Breaking goals into small, actionable initiatives allows your employees and clients to become more productive over shorter time frames.

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7 Challenges to Outsourcing HR (and How to Overcome Them)
By Skye Schooley | March 27, 2025

If you're considering outsourcing your HR, keep these challenges in mind so you'll know what to look for in the right service.

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Human Interest 401k Review and Pricing
By Kimberlee Leonard | March 27, 2025

Human Interest charges $160 per month plus $7 per employee with 0.06% investment fees. Setup is easy and includes mobile app access and payroll integration.

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What to Include in an Employment Contract
By Skye Schooley | March 26, 2025

Learn what an employment contract includes and the advantages and limitations of using one.

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What Is a Criminal Background Check?
By Patrick Proctor | March 25, 2025

This guide introduces the concept of criminal background checks and why employers might use one when recruiting and hiring new employees.