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.
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Are Employees More Productive Working From Home?
By Baruch Silvermann | February 21, 2026
Historically, traditional job roles were shackled to the office, but are we more productive at home? See data and learn how to improve remote productivity.
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How to Recognize and Support Employees With Impostor Syndrome
By Julie Thompson | February 21, 2026
When your employees feel inadequate, there are steps that you can take to help them overcome that self-doubt and improve their productivity.
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Pros and Cons of Monitoring Your Employees
By Simone Johnson | February 20, 2026
Employee monitoring can help improve workplace productivity, but employees may feel violated or resentful. Learn the pros and cons of monitoring employees.
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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
What's the logic behind popular management theories? Discover the pros and cons of these theories in our detailed guide.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.