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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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5 Ways to Increase Business Productivity
By Sean Peek | March 24, 2026
Boost business productivity with practical strategies to reduce distractions, streamline workflows and help your team stay focused and efficient.
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Flick of a Switch: How Lighting Affects Productivity and Mood
By Sean Peek | March 23, 2026
Studies have shown that office lighting plays a major role in employee productivity. Is your lighting optimal for worker performance?
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What’s in a Name? How to Choose a Job Title
By Skye Schooley | March 23, 2026
Hiring a new employee involves creating an accurate job description and title. Learn how the right title can improve employee motivation and satisfaction.
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How to Improve Teamwork and Collaboration
By Jennifer Post | March 20, 2026
Learn how to improve teamwork and collaboration with practical strategies, real-world examples and tips to build a more connected, high-performing team.
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7 Tips for Managing Conflict in the Workplace
By Skye Schooley | March 20, 2026
Workplace conflict can hurt productivity, morale and retention if it’s not handled well. Learn practical strategies to manage and resolve conflict effectively.
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Pros & Cons of 9-5 Workdays and Alternative Schedules to Consider
By Miranda Fraraccio | March 19, 2026
While a 9-to-5 workday used to be standard, today’s freelancing and remote work trends are causing a shift. Learn the pros and cons of working 9 to 5.
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How to Implement a Compressed Work Schedule
By Nicole Fallon | March 19, 2026
A compressed work schedule offers your employees additional days off without loss of income, benefits or productivity. Learn how to use it in your company.
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What Is a Growth Mindset and How Can You Apply It in Business?
By Mark Fairlie | March 19, 2026
The growth mindset was designed for education, but it can also be leveraged in business. Learn how to apply the growth mindset and reap the benefits.
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5 Reasons Why Teamwork Is Crucial to Workplace Success
By Sean Peek | March 18, 2026
Learn why teamwork matters in the workplace and how to build stronger, more collaborative teams across in-office, remote and independent work styles.
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10 Ways to Empower Your Employees
By Skye Schooley | March 16, 2026
If you’re looking for new ways to empower your employees, here are some essential tips to get you started.
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How Employees Make or Break Business Success (and How You Can Lead the Way)
By Sean Peek | March 02, 2026
Your employees can determine whether your business succeeds or fails. Find out why, and get expert advice for guiding and motivating your team.
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9 Reasons Why Encouraging Employee Fitness Is Beneficial
By Julie Thompson | March 02, 2026
Offering a workplace wellness program can reduce employee absenteeism, control healthcare costs, boost job satisfaction and increase overall productivity.
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Why Meetings Kill Productivity (and What to Do About It)
By Skye Schooley | February 25, 2026
Meetings are important, but can be time-consuming and tedious. Here’s how to make them more productive.
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10 Ways New Managers Can Be Influential Leaders
By Julie Thompson | February 24, 2026
Specific habits and practices can turn managers into respected, influential leaders. Learn to elevate your management role and avoid leadership mistakes.
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U.S. Cities With the Largest Gender Pay Gaps in 2026
By Chad Brooks | February 23, 2026
Fremont, California, Frisco, Texas, and Cary, North Carolina have the biggest gender pay gaps among full-time workers among the largest U.S. cities.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.