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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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Hiring Freelancers for Your Startup? Consider These Pros and Cons
By Skye Schooley | January 21, 2026
If you're considering hiring freelancers to help you grow your startup, here are a few pros and cons to remember.
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6 Signs It’s Time to Terminate an Employee
By Jamie Johnson | January 21, 2026
Terminating employees can be difficult. Learn six signs that it's time to fire an employee and understand best practices in the firing process.
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Tips to Create an Ethical Business Culture
By Justin O. Walker | January 20, 2026
Today's companies can live and die by their workplace culture. Ensure your organization practices strong values and ethics with these tips.
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Drip, Drip, Drip: Lessons From the Starbucks Union Movement
By Kaytlyn Smith | January 20, 2026
Here's what business owners can learn from the growth of the unionization effort among Starbucks workers.
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Pros and Cons of Fitness Trackers for Employees
By Julie Thompson | January 20, 2026
Fitness trackers are a popular way to encourage good health. Find out the pros, cons and legalities of employee fitness trackers in the workplace.
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Understanding the Benefits and Risks of Equity Compensation
By Nicole Fallon | January 20, 2026
Equity compensation is a strategy used to improve a business’s cash flow. Instead of a full salary, the employee is given a partial stake in the company.
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Finding Talented Freelancers: 11 Websites Worth Searching
By Jennifer Dublino | January 20, 2026
Freelance workers help your company expand your team while keeping overhead to a minimum. Learn about 12 websites where you can find talented freelancers.
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Expand Internationally by Leveraging Local PEO Services
By Craig Dempsey | January 20, 2026
PEOs can handle your overseas human resources requirements through a co-employment model. Learn about the benefits of working with an international PEO.
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How to Build a Sales Team at Scale
By Sean Peek | January 20, 2026
Build a sales team by hiring for cultural fit, providing CRM tools, setting measurable KPIs, and creating systems that support scalable growth and retention.
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The Importance of Employee Data
By Nicole Fallon | January 16, 2026
Employee data is every detail a company collects about its employees and encompasses both basic and specific information.
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What Is a Human Resources Information System (HRIS)?
By Skye Schooley | January 16, 2026
A human resources information system (HRIS) helps your business's HR department stay compliant and safeguard data. Learn about HRIS features and functions.
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How to Motivate Employees: Proven Tips for Building Engagement
By Skye Schooley | January 16, 2026
Learn how to avoid employee turnover and burnout by inspiring your employees to make their goals while improving company culture.
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The Process for Terminating Employee Benefits
By Miranda Fraraccio | January 16, 2026
When an employee exits your company, their benefits must be terminated accurately. Here's how to end your ex-employee's benefits.
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6 Lessons in Corporate Ethics From the GM Recall
By Jennifer Dublino | January 16, 2026
GM's 2014 ignition switch recall cost over $1.7 billion and was linked to 124 deaths. The company knew about the defect for more than a decade before acting.
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Understanding HR reporting
By Patrick Proctor | January 16, 2026
Looking at key data points on your employees and workforce is a crucial task of any HR department. Here is how HR reporting can help.
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15 Benefits and Perks That Will Keep Your Remote Employees Happy
By Jennifer Dublino | January 15, 2026
An attractive benefits plan can help retain employees, lower turnover, and boost loyalty. Learn about 15 benefits and perks to offer your remote employees.
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Why You Should Let Your Employees Nap on the Job
By Skye Schooley | January 15, 2026
The key to productivity may actually be allowing workers to sleep during the day. Learn about incorporating nap time into your workplace.
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Employer’s Guide to Disability Leave
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 15, 2026
Disability leave is an approved absence for employees. Business owners must understand disability leave, their responsibilities and who's covered.
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Can Managers Become Leaders?
By Jennifer Post | January 15, 2026
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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How to Write Up an Employee
By Skye Schooley | January 15, 2026
Written warnings document employee misconduct and behavior. Learn how to do it the right way.
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10 Core Functions of HR Software
By Skye Schooley | January 15, 2026
What core functions do HR departments handle? Find out whether keeping HR in-house or outsourcing is best for your business.
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The Small Business Guide to SIMPLE IRAs
By Max Freedman | January 15, 2026
SIMPLE IRAs are an excellent retirement benefit option for small businesses to present to employees. Learn how SIMPLE IRAs work and what you need to know.
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What Is Employee Self-Service?
By Sean Peek | January 14, 2026
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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9 Ways to Resolve Conflict Between Your Sales and Marketing Teams
By Julie Thompson | January 14, 2026
Resolve sales-marketing conflicts by defining roles, creating cohesive strategies, using CRM software, setting shared goals, and addressing tension immediately.
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Break Free From Performance Management Shackles: Companies That Are Paving the Way
By Jennifer Post | January 14, 2026
Performance management methods, including performance reviews, no longer benefit businesses. Learn alternative methods from companies paving the way.
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Why HR’s Organizational Structure Matters
By Skye Schooley | January 14, 2026
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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The Pros and Cons of Using a PEO
By Skye Schooley | January 14, 2026
PEOs offer recruitment assistance, Fortune 500-level employee benefits for small businesses, and liability protection in wrongful termination lawsuits.
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How to Conduct a Phone Screen Interview & Best Questions to Ask
By Skye Schooley | January 13, 2026
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 | January 13, 2026
Discover how your small business can overcome the many challenges associated with hiring.
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6 Direct Deposit Alternatives
By Julie Thompson | January 13, 2026
While most employers offer direct deposit for paychecks, it's not helpful for employees without banking options. Learn some direct deposit alternatives.