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Benefits of an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
By Skye Schooley | April 07, 2023

An EAP provides many benefits to your employees. Learn about these programs and how to implement one in your business.

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Drinking on the Job: Small Business Guide to Creating an Office Alcohol Policy 
By Sean Peek | April 07, 2023

Some employers allow drinking in the office. Here's what businesses should consider when creating an office alcohol policy for employees.

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Substance Abuse in the Workplace: What to Do When an Employee Returns from Rehab
By Skye Schooley | April 07, 2023

Returning to work is a critical part of recovery for many former addicts. As an employer, learn how you can best support an employee.

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Gap Insurance for Healthcare? Look for More of It in 2023
By Kimberlee Leonard | April 07, 2023

Gap insurance is supplemental health coverage paired with a high-deductible major medical plan. The goal is to help employees cover out-of-pocket expenses.

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What Are Legal Support Services?
By Sean Peek | April 07, 2023

Legal support services aid small businesses with keeping their assets protected. Here is how to find qualified law support services for your company.

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Buzzkill: How to Talk to Your Employees About Drug Use
By Sean Peek | April 07, 2023

Drug use can be a tricky, sensitive and even controversial topic to discuss with employees. Here’s how to approach it.

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9 Steps to Harnessing the Power of Your People to Innovate
By Alex Goryachev | April 07, 2023

Innovation should be a priority in an organization. Learn how to facilitate the process and what mistakes to avoid.

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What Is Disciplinary Action?
By Sean Peek | April 07, 2023

Every company must have a disciplinary action policy to address concerning employee behavior, misconduct or poor performance. Learn how to create one.

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Support Employees’ Child Care Needs With a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
By Jane Genova | April 07, 2023

A dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) helps employees with child care and reduces tax liability. Learn if you should offer a dependent care FSA.

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8 Ways to Resolve Conflict Between Your Sales and Marketing Teams
By Julie Thompson | April 07, 2023

Sales and marketing teams don't always see eye to eye due to conflicting goals. Learn how to resolve sales and marketing conflicts and foster collaboration.

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Millennials vs. Workplace Ageism
By Skye Schooley | April 05, 2023

Know your rights if you’re turning 40.

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The Benefits of Mind Mapping for Busy Professionals
By Sean Peek | April 03, 2023

A mind map can help entrepreneurs learn a large, unfamiliar body of concepts. Here is how you can use this technique.

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7 Signs It’s Time to Hire Your First HR Person
By Skye Schooley | April 03, 2023

By hiring someone to handle HR in-house, small business owners can save time and increase confidence that their HR is being handled responsibly.

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How to Hire Immigrant Workers for Your Small Business
By Skye Schooley | April 03, 2023

Immigration policy is always a challenging hot-button topic for small businesses. Here's what you should know.

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How Employees Make or Break Business Success (And How You Can Lead the Way)
By Sean Peek | April 03, 2023

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

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Are the Benefits of Using a PEO Really Worth It?
By Joshua Stowers | April 03, 2023

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.

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Are Piercings and Tattoos in the Workplace Still Taboo?
By Suzanne Lucas | April 03, 2023

With the changing workplace norms, do tattoos and piercings still hinder a career? Here's what you need to consider before getting piercings or tattoos.

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Onboarding vs. Orientation: What’s the Difference?
By Sean Peek | April 03, 2023

Onboarding and orientation are two separate and important processes to offer a new hire. Here are the differences between and benefits of the two.

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The Best and Worst Excuses for Getting Out of Work
By Chad Brooks | March 31, 2023

Some employees use some pretty creative excuses to get out of work. Here are some of the best excuses we've heard.

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What Is Employment Verification?
By Patrick Proctor | March 31, 2023

Employment verifications play an important role in the hiring process. Here is how to conduct one.

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How to Write Up an Employee
By Jane Genova | March 30, 2023

Written warnings document employee misconduct and behavior. Learn how to do it the right way.

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Employer’s Guide to Disability Leave
By Kiely Kuligowski | March 29, 2023

Disability leave is an approved absence for employees. Business owners must understand disability leave, their responsibilities and who's covered.

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How the Best Companies Develop Better Employees
By Melissa Powell | March 28, 2023

Developing great employees starts with addressing their needs as professionals. Here's how to support their goals and keep them at your company.

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How to Handle Internal Communications During a Merger
By Julie Thompson | March 28, 2023

During a merger or acquisition, it is important to communicate properly with your employees. Here are tips to help ease the transition.

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7 Tips for Managing Conflict in the Workplace
By Skye Schooley | March 27, 2023

Follow these tips to deal with conflict at work more effectively.

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4 Questions for a Successful HRIS Audit
By Chad Brooks | March 27, 2023

Find out what a human resources information system is, the different types of HRIS and the questions to ask when evaluating a system.

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Are Your Layoffs Targeting One Race or Gender?
By Skye Schooley | March 27, 2023

Without the right strategy in place, laying off employees can severely affect your company's diversity and inclusion. Find out how to avoid DEI impacts.

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Don’t Be a Downer: How to Keep Employees Happy During Down Times
By Skye Schooley | March 24, 2023

World events can impact your employees' happiness. Here are the best ways to improve employee happiness at work.

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Wake-Up Call: How You’re Driving Employees Away
By Skye Schooley | March 24, 2023

Company leadership has a major impact on employee satisfaction and retention. Instead of scaring your top talent away, follow these tips to be a great boss.

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Your Bias Is Showing
By Skye Schooley | March 24, 2023

Learn the ways in which you may be guilty of unconscious bias and how to identify and prevent it at your company.