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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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U.S. Cities With the Largest Gender Pay Gaps in 2026
By Chad Brooks | February 23, 2026
Fremont, California, Frisco, Texas, and Cary, North Carolina have the largest gender pay gaps among full-time workers in the largest U.S. cities.
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Why You Should Pay Your Employees to Stop Working For You
By Skye Schooley | February 21, 2026
Economic uncertainty has left many employers facing the need to reduce their workforce. But layoffs aren’t the only option. Learn more about offering voluntary severance.
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How to Recognize and Support Employees With Impostor Syndrome
By Julie Thompson | February 21, 2026
Impostor syndrome can leave employees struggling with self-doubt and affect your workplace culture. Here’s what you need to know to support your employees.
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What Is Recruitment?
By Skye Schooley | February 19, 2026
Learn the definition of the recruitment process and how to build a data-driven strategy to attract, hire and retain top-tier talent in a competitive market.
Review
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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Essential Management Theories and the Thinkers Behind Them
By Bennett Conlin | February 10, 2026
Various managers have different schools of thought. For example, Max Weber’s theory is bureaucratic while Frederick W. Taylor's is scientific.
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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 foreign employees. Here’s what you need to know about hiring immigrant workers and finding qualified applicants.
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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. Learn how to create a strong company 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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Small Business Guide to Hiring a Social Media Manager
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 10, 2026
Social media plays a big role in digital marketing today. Learn what to look for when you're hiring a social media marketer to help build your brand.
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How to Offer Employee Benefits
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
A comprehensive employee benefits plan can improve employee satisfaction, productivity and retention. Learn how to offer and administer employee benefits.
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8 ADP Payroll Alternatives
By Julie Thompson | February 10, 2026
ADP is a great all-in-one payroll solution, but it's not right for every business. See if an ADP alternative fits your needs.
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Switching to an Automated HR System? Here’s How to Prepare
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
Automated HR systems are key to compliance. Here's how to prepare for the transition.
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What Are the Benefits of a Section 125 Plan?
By Miranda Fraraccio | February 03, 2026
Section 125 plans offer employees significant tax savings and could be an appealing part of any benefits package.
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Why Do Small Businesses Need a Registered Agent?
By Deborah Sweeney | February 02, 2026
Not sure what the term “registered agent” means? We’ve got you covered.
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How to Negotiate When Hiring Freelancers
By Bennett Conlin | January 30, 2026
If you hire freelancers or contractors for your business, knowing how to negotiate and pay them fairly is essential.
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Time-Zone Mania: How to Deal With Geodiversity
By Skye Schooley | January 30, 2026
Weigh these pros and cons to determine if your workforce should expand globally.
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Up in Smoke: Should Businesses Still Drug Test for Marijuana?
By Skye Schooley | January 30, 2026
Many employers are cutting marijuana from their drug testing process. Learn the pros and cons of testing workers for weed use to see if it makes sense for your business.
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Don’t Go It Alone: The Case for Hiring a Marketing Expert
By Jennifer Dublino | January 30, 2026
Digital marketing is one area where your ROI will be better if you don’t DIY.
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How to Choose Payroll Software
By Nicole Fallon | January 30, 2026
The right payroll software can simplify payroll tasks and help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.
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Why Offering Paid Leave Is Good for Your Business
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 2026
Although you may not be legally required to offer paid time off, it tends to be a standard employee benefit. Learn how offering paid leave can benefit not only your employees but also your business.
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How to Manage Risks and Maximize Rewards of Co-Employment
By Tania Fiero | January 29, 2026
Following these tips will help you reduce the potential risks co-employment poses to your business.
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What Is Bereavement Leave?
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 2026
Create a bereavement leave policy that follows these laws and best practices.
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Small Business Guide to a Restaurant Management System
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 29, 2026
Restaurant management systems help you manage sales, staff, inventory and more.
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Resource Burn: 4 Things That Are Wasting Your Team’s Time
By Victor Snyder | January 28, 2026
Reducing waste is vital to your company's success and longevity.
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Shallow Pockets: Tips for Hiring Employees on a Limited Budget
By Skye Schooley | January 28, 2026
If you're currently operating within the constraints of a small budget, you'll have to get creative when hiring new employees.
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Domestic Partner Benefits in the Era of Marriage Equality
By Skye Schooley | January 28, 2026
Although same-sex marriage is legal in all 50 states, domestic partner benefit laws still vary. Weigh the pros and cons of extending employee benefits to domestic partners.
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Do You Have a Toxic Employee Wreaking Havoc in Your Business?
By Skye Schooley | January 28, 2026
Toxic employees can be detrimental to your organization if their behavior goes unmanaged. Here are seven types of toxic employees to look out for and tips for how to handle them.
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The Small Business Productivity Guide: 10 Tips to Boost Your Output
By Victor Snyder | January 28, 2026
These 10 simple tips can help you and your employees work more efficiently.
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How to Foster a Culture of Empowered Employees
By Sean Peek | January 27, 2026
Once employees understand how their efforts contribute to the bigger picture, they become more motivated and engaged in their work.