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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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8 Branches of Business Management
By Nicole Fallon | June 08, 2026
Business management helps a company function and achieve goals. Here's what you need to know about each of its eight main sectors.
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Beyond the Clock: The Benefits of Highly Motivated Employees
By Skye Schooley | May 28, 2026
There are many benefits to motivating employees. Your business will find that a more engaged workforce leads to higher productivity and better performance.
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TriNet Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | May 20, 2026
TriNet's excellent customer support and industry-specific custom plans make it our pick for the best PEO and HRO service for specialized industries.
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Frederick W. Taylor & the Principles of Scientific Management
By Sean Peek | May 01, 2026
What is Taylor’s scientific management theory? Learn its core principles, real-world applications and how it compares to modern management approaches.
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What Your Business Can Learn From Peter Drucker
By Sean Peek | May 01, 2026
Discover Peter Drucker’s management theory and how concepts like MBO, decentralization and knowledge work can help your business stay focused and adaptable.
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Management Theory of Robert Waterman
By Sean Peek | April 28, 2026
Robert Waterman’s management theory offers eight core attributes that can help a company become successful. Learn about the relationship management concept.
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Management Theory of Edgar Schein
By Max Freedman | April 28, 2026
Learn Edgar Schein’s management theory and how to apply artifacts, espoused values and basic assumptions to build a stronger company culture.
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Mary Parker Follett: Pioneering Management Theory & Modern Insights
By Sean Peek | April 27, 2026
The management theory of Mary Parker Follett recommends “powering with” and collaborating with your employees for better worker engagement and empowerment.
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Herzberg’s Motivation-Hygiene Theory: A Manager’s Guide (2026)
By Max Freedman | April 27, 2026
Frederick Herzberg’s Management Theory emphasized employee satisfaction and motivation. Here’s how your business can use his insights to get happier workers.
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Frank and Lillian Gilbreth’s Time & Motion Management Theor
By Miranda Fraraccio | April 27, 2026
Frank and Lillian Gilbreth helped revolutionize the workplace with their Time & Motion Management Theory. Here’s how your business can use the methodology.
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Elton Mayo’s Human Relations Theory: Definitions & Legacy
By Sean Peek | April 27, 2026
George Elton Mayo, often considered the founder of the human relations movement, believed in empowering your employees. Here is how to implement his theory.
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Tips for Encouraging Innovation in the Workplace
By Alex Goryachev | April 10, 2026
Innovation is essential to a company’s success. Learn the key steps that will help you encourage your employees to innovate more and get that competitive edge.
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How a Good Work Atmosphere Leads to More Success
By Julie Thompson | April 08, 2026
Learn how a positive work environment boosts productivity, retention and morale, plus practical tips to build a workplace employees want to be part of.
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The End of Rank and Yank: Management Practices Revisited
By Jennifer Post | April 07, 2026
Assessing your employees can be challenging. A business needs to employ an appropriate methodology to determine which workers are contributing to their success.
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Being the Boss: Pros and Cons of Being a Manager
By Jennifer Post | April 07, 2026
When you are in a leadership role, you face many challenges. Our guide outlines the good and the bad of being a boss, including tips on reducing stress.
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Bullying in the Workplace: How to Identify and Handle It
By Skye Schooley | April 06, 2026
Learn how to identify and handle workplace bullying, and how it can negatively impact a business’s success. Our guide will show how to make a safer workplace.
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Rosabeth Moss Kanter’s Management Theory Explained
By Sean Peek | March 30, 2026
The Management Theory of Rosabeth Moss Kanter emphasizes the importance of empowering your workforce. Implementing it can boost morale and productivity.
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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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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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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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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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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.