Human Resources

Learn how to create and manage employee schedules, produce an employee schedule in Excel, and streamline your scheduling process.

Handling HR tasks manually is onerous, so many organizations are migrating to the cloud. Save time and money by proactively preparing for the transition.

Promoting existing employees can save onboarding time and costs while boosting morale. Learn how to identify the best candidates for a promotion.

Email marketing is a key part of a good digital marketing mix, but the person in charge of this direct channel is often overlooked.

We break down the pros and cons of hiring a W-2 employee versus a 1099 contractor, explaining what hiring managers and small business owners need to know.

The case for telework is becoming impossible to ignore. Here are some reasons you should offer it permanently, including to your business's top executives.

Workforce trends and cultural standards have evolved over the years. Learn how to revise your business's dress code policy to keep up.

Health savings accounts, or HSAs, are a popular and affordable way to help your employees take advantage of a health plan.

Many employers are instituting 401(k) automatic enrollment to boost participation. Learn how it works and other ways to boost enrollment.

You can use free time tracking apps to track your employees' hours. Here's what to look for – and what you might miss out on by avoiding a paid solution.

Not sure whether you should use attendance tracking software at your business? Find out exactly what it is, the benefits, and the top systems.

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.

Even the most amazing employees need direction and encouragement to succeed. Here are some tips on how to lead them to achieve.

Follow these tips and tricks to make sure your next hire has the leadership skills you need on the team.

Here's how anonymous surveys help you get better feedback from your employees.

Learn what absenteeism is and how to prevent it in the workplace.

Firing an employee is never easy, but here's how you know it's time to do it – and how to do it respectfully.

TED Talks are an excellent resource to promote employee engagement and motivate your team toward success.

We hear a lot about PEO benefits. But what are the PEO disadvantages? Here's an in-depth look at professional employment organization pros and cons.

Learn about Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) protections, if they apply to your business, and what you need to do to comply with them.

Why might hiring a recent college graduate be a better choice for your business than a seasoned professional? Here's a closer look at the options.

If you have hourly employees, you need an accurate count of their hours. Learn how to choose the best timeclock for your small business.

Learn how offering professional development programs for your employees will benefit both your workforce and your business.

With a thoughtful, balanced policy and clear expectations, the option to work from home could be a huge boon for your team and your company.

Learn how to recognize bullying in the workplace and strategies for handling inappropriate treatment.

To get the most out of your remote team, it is important to ensure they feel connected to their co-workers and the company as a whole.

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

Office pets might strike some controversy, but if there's a decent policy in place, you should be able to avoid issues.

Learn the pros and cons of hiring contractors vs. employees to determine which type of worker is the best for your business.

ADP offers HR, payroll and more, but its costs might be prohibitive. Learn which ADP alternatives may better suit your company.