Managing

Here's what small businesses are missing when it comes to making the shift from closely managed on-site teams to remote teams.

Are you violating your employees' rights? Find out which violations are the most common and what you need to know to avoid making them.

It may be hard to find things to be grateful for this Thanksgiving. Still, business owners need to help employees be grateful for what they do have.

Employee mental health is especially important amid the coronavirus pandemic. Learn how to effectively support your employees and their mental well-being.

M&A deals are on the rise. How should entrepreneurs and business leaders prepare their workforce when going through a merger?

Learn what workplace sexual harassment is and how your organization can stay compliant with harassment training laws.

It doesn't matter how close your staff is, a grievance will crop up. To prepare for when it does, here are some do's and don'ts to keep in mind.

If you follow these customer service tips and teach them to your employees, you can ensure your customers experience the care and attention they deserve from your team.

Learn how you can work with family members without hurting your relationships or your business.

If you're suddenly managing your team remotely, these tips can help you communicate effectively, calm fears and keep your business running smoothly.

HR professionals offer their advice on how to manage employee absences during COVID-19 and beyond.

Learn how to conduct constructive exit interviews that give you frank insights into what employees think about your business and their reasons for leaving.

The Employer's Guide to the ADA

Monitoring software can increase worker productivity, but you must implement it ethically.

Investing in a happy culture reaps benefits beyond giving team members a better work-life balance and a sense of purpose. It also boosts productivity and a company's bottom line.

The type of PTO policy you choose has a strong effect on your company culture.

How do you know when it's time to lay off employees? Find out how to conduct a mass layoff and when to do it.

While common, remote workforces present a unique challenge. But how do you know if your remote staff is actually working and not wasting time?

Learn what information to include in your employee handbook – and what phrases to avoid.

When managed well, HR brings value to your organization by providing your business with strategies to get more done and giving workers the kind of environment they can thrive in.

Managing a remote team requires a different strategy from in-person leadership. Here are eight ways to get the most out of and be there for your remote team.

An effective time and attendance policy spells out your expectations for your employees' attendance and the consequences for failing to meet them.

To reduce expenses, boost productivity and increase employee retention, consider taking your team fully remote.

​​​​​​​Your top job right now is to convince employees and customers to follow the rules.

Implementing collaborative processes can improve overall productivity by 20 to 30%.

A strong leader in the workplace can bolster a small business's push for success.

Whether you reopen your office or not, long-term changes from COVID-19 are inevitable. Listening to, engaging and empowering your employees is the key to making a remote-first culture work.

Reward only comes when you take a risk and dive in.

Here are the best practices leaders can use to manage remote and freelance workers for the best results.