Your free business.com+ membership unlocks exclusive tech deals and advisor support
Join Free
BDC Hamburger Icon

Menu

Close
BDC Logo with Name
Search Icon
Search Icon

Managing

Whether your staffers work in an office or at home, the employee-manager relationship can't be overlooked. Ensure your team is performing at its best with professional advice on performance management, company policies, workplace relationships and more aspects of people management.

Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources

Article
Frederick W. Taylor & the Principles of Scientific Management
By Sean Peek | February 10, 2026

Frederick Taylor's scientific management theory uses time-motion studies and four key principles to improve workplace efficiency and employee productivity.

Article
Flick of a Switch: How Lighting Affects Productivity and Mood
By Sean Peek | February 10, 2026

Studies have shown that office lighting plays a major role in employee productivity. Is your lighting optimal for worker performance?

Article
Essential Management Theories and the Thinkers Behind Them
By Bennett Conlin | February 10, 2026

What's the logic behind popular management theories? Discover the pros and cons of these theories in our detailed guide.

Article
Employee Performance Goals: Goal-Setting Steps, Metrics & Examples
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026

Set effective employee performance goals using MBO and continuous feedback. Top HR software includes BambooHR, Paychex Flex, GoCo, and monday.com for tracking.

Article
Management Theory of Henry Gantt
By Max Freedman | February 10, 2026

Henry Gantt's management theory balances completed work with pending tasks using visual charts, task bonuses and workforce motivation for productivity.

Article
12 Ways to Improve Your Office Workflow
By Miranda Fraraccio | February 10, 2026

Make your employees happier and more productive by following these tips for making your business run more efficiently and smoothly.

Article
4 Tips to Build a Strong In-House Marketing Team
By Jennifer Dublino | February 10, 2026

If you have the resources, an in-house marketing team can lower costs and foster creativity and agility. Learn to build a strong in-house marketing team.

Best Pick
The Best PEO Service Providers of 2026
By Skye Schooley | February 05, 2026

Insperity, TriNet and Justworks are top PEO providers, offering comprehensive HR outsourcing, compliance support and employee benefits.

Article
P.F. Drucker (Peter Drucker): Modern Management Theory & MBO
By Sean Peek | February 04, 2026

Explore P.F. Drucker's management theory: decentralized leadership, management by objectives, knowledge worker and more foundational concepts.

Diverse office space
Article
The Management Theory of Max Weber
By Sean Peek | February 03, 2026

Max Weber’s management theory promotes a structured hierarchy, clear rules and impersonal relationships to increase efficiency and eliminate favoritism.

Article
The Management Theory of Joseph Juran
By Sean Peek | February 03, 2026

Joseph Juran was a pioneer in the study of quality control for industries like math and science. Learn how to apply his management theory to your business.

Article
Herzberg’s Motivation-Hygiene Theory: A Manager’s Guide (2026)
By Max Freedman | February 03, 2026

Learn how Frederick Herzberg's two-factor theory helps modern leaders boost retention and engagement. Discover actionable tips for applying motivation-hygiene principles in 2026.

Article
Why Do Small Businesses Need a Registered Agent?
By Deborah Sweeney | February 02, 2026

Finding a registered agent is part of starting a business. Learn what a registered agent is and why your small business needs one.

Article
The Psychology of Power Abuse
By Sean Peek | February 02, 2026

Power abuse persists in the modern workplace. Experts explain why, share the effects of power abuse and advise on how to stop it.

Woman on a video conference call
Article
Time-Zone Mania: How to Deal With Geodiversity
By Skye Schooley | January 30, 2026

Employing a global workforce can give your company advantages, but your business will also have to deal with the downsides of working across time zones.

woman recording a promotional video
Article
Why Brand Ambassadors Could Be Your Best Marketing Strategy
By Jennifer Dublino | January 30, 2026

Having employees act as brand ambassadors is a low-cost way to increase your company's marketing reach and engagement significantly. Here's how to do it.

Article
Times Are Changing: The Future of Performance Management Trends
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 2026

Learn about the direction performance management is heading and how the most effective trends can help manage your team.

Article
Small Business Guide to a Restaurant Management System
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 29, 2026

Restaurant management systems are essential tools that help you manage sales, staff, inventory and more. Learn which type might benefit your business best.

Article
Hiring for Attitude Over Experience: What the Numbers Show
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 2026

Studies show that skilled and experienced employees with poor attitudes are more likely to fail. Here’s why hiring for attitude matters.

Article
What Employee Info Can You Collect in Personnel Files?
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 2026

Learn which documents you should and shouldn't collect in employee personnel files.

Article
How to Handle Internal Communications During a Merger
By Julie Thompson | January 29, 2026

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

Article
The Legalities and Benefits of Employee Cell Phone Monitoring
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 2026

Learn the benefits and laws associated with monitoring company-owned employee cell phones.

Article
Resource Burn: 4 Things That Are Wasting Your Team’s Time
By Victor Snyder | January 28, 2026

Resource burn creates unnecessary costs and leads to mistakes and burnout. To help your team be more productive, cut out these inefficiencies.

Article
Why It’s Time to Change Your Company’s Dress Code
By Skye Schooley | January 28, 2026

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

Article
Do You Have a Toxic Employee Wreaking Havoc in Your Business?
By Skye Schooley | January 28, 2026

Learn how to spot toxic employees and develop strategies to ensure they don't ruin your business.

Article
8 Soft Skills to Consider for Improved Employee Return on Investment
By Julie Thompson | January 28, 2026

If you want to boost productivity and profits, make sure your employees have these soft skills. You'll see a better return on investment if they do.

Article
DEI Initiative Examples: 10 Ways Companies Improve Diversity and Inclusion
By Skye Schooley | January 28, 2026

Is your company's diversity and inclusion strategy enough? Check out these companies that have made real changes.

Article
What Is Flextime and Why Should You Offer It?
By Skye Schooley | January 28, 2026

Flextime can be a huge advantage for your employees and your business. Find out how to boost company morale by offering flexible schedules.

Article
How to Turn Change Management Into Personal Development
By Sean Peek | January 27, 2026

Work environments are continually changing, and a company can prepare its employees for that. Learn how to support your workers and create better teamwork.

person opening a paycheck
Article
Don’t Want to Cut Employees? Try Cutting Salaries
By Skye Schooley | January 27, 2026

If you need to cut business expenses, an alternative to layoffs is salary reductions. Here are the laws and guidelines to follow when cutting employee pay.