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How Does 401(k) Matching Work for Employers?
Offering a 401(k) matching program as part of your employee retirement plan can be a helpful incentive for attracting top employees to your business.
Max Freedman
Max Freedman
Should You Hire At-Will Employees?
At-will employment is a common arrangement that has pros and cons for employers and employees.
Julie Ross
Julie Ross
Guide to Developing a Training Program for New Employees
Training is necessary for new employees to start off on the right foot. Here's what should go into your new-hire training plan.
Adam Uzialko
Adam Uzialko
Outsourcing the HR Function: How and When to Outsource Human Resources to a Third Party
Should you outsource HR or keep this function in-house? Here's what to consider.
Max Freedman
Max Freedman
New-Hire Surveys: 32 Questions to Ask
New-hire surveys help ensure that employees get off on the right foot and that future new hires have similarly positive experiences.
Julie Ross
Julie Ross
Differences Between a Furlough and a Layoff
Learn what furloughs and layoffs are to determine which staff-reduction option is best for your business.
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What Meal and Break Laws Does Your Business Need to Know?
By Adam Uzialko | September 26, 2023

This guide explains the meal and rest break laws all small businesses should know to ensure regulatory compliance when making their teams’ schedules.

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Leadership Language: Why Your Word Choices Matter
By Nicole Fallon | September 26, 2023

The language you use as a leader has an enormous impact on your team. Learn how to frame tricky conversations to maintain a positive work environment.

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Can You Legally Require Employees to Give 2 Weeks’ Notice?
By Donna Fuscaldo | September 26, 2023

Despite work etiquette, no laws require employees to give two weeks' notice. Learn why this practice is beneficial for both employers and workers.

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How to Manage and Improve Employee Retention
By Donna Fuscaldo | September 26, 2023

Employer turnover is costly, so retention is crucial for businesses. Learn strategies to improve your employee retention rate and make your team happier.

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Fleet Health and Safety Compliance Best Practices
By David Gargaro | September 22, 2023

This guide describes the best practices for ensuring fleet health and complying with safety regulations at both the state and federal level.

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How to Create a High-Performing Work Culture Through Diversity and Inclusivity
By Business News Daily | September 21, 2023

Unlock the magic of diversity and inclusivity to supercharge productivity. Learn how to build a work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration.

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Challenges Faced by Women Entrepreneurs — Plus, Some of the Most Successful Women to Follow
By Adam Uzialko | September 18, 2023

Entrepreneurial leaders share insights on difficulties they have faced as women in their field and how they overcame them.

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Stress Management Key to Keeping Business (and Owner) Alive
By Sean Peek | September 15, 2023

Managing stress as a business owner is important for both you and the success of the company. These tips can help you stay cool, calm and collected.

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Managing Millennials in the Workplace
By Donna Fuscaldo | September 15, 2023

Millennials are a large and important part of the American workforce. Learn how to keep these important assets to your company.

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What Is a Decision Matrix? Definition and Examples
By Sean Peek | September 08, 2023

This guide explains decision matrices, how they work and how you can apply them to running your business.

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What Is a Vision Statement?
By Sean Peek | September 07, 2023

Vision statements can be challenging. Learn what a vision statement is, how it differs from a mission statement, and how to write a successful one.

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How to Encourage Employees to Pursue Professional Development
By Tami Kamin Meyer | September 07, 2023

Ongoing professional development not only helps improve your employees’ skills, but also keeps them motivated to advance in their careers.

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What Is Corporate Social Responsibility?
By Nadia Reckmann | September 05, 2023

Corporate social responsibility is imperative for businesses that want to appeal to modern consumers. Learn what it is and how to maintain it.

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20 Employee Engagement Ideas That Work
By Kiely Kuligowski | September 05, 2023

If you want your employees to be more engaged at work, these ideas can help you motivate your team.

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What is a SWOT Analysis? (And When To Use It)
By Skye Schooley | September 01, 2023

Learn how to use a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis to make smarter business decisions.

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How to Do a Competitive Analysis
By Mark Fairlie | August 31, 2023

Learn how to perform a competitive analysis to see where your business is performing well, where it can improve and how to capture a bigger market share.

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What Is a Compressed Work Schedule and Should You Offer It?
By Stella Morrison | August 30, 2023

A compressed work schedule lets employees work a 40-hour week in fewer days than the usual five, possibly increasing productivity. Learn how it works.

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How Should You Communicate Layoffs? The Answer Isn’t So Clear
By Shayna Waltower | August 24, 2023

Communicating layoffs to your team is challenging. Learn tips for delivering the news with empathy and professionalism and supporting laid-off employees.

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How to Fire an Employee: Tips for Letting Go
By Sean Peek | August 14, 2023

This guide explains the reasons you can fire an employee and offers tips from HR experts on how to do so correctly.

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Want to Keep Your Employees? Give Them Growth Opportunities
By Max Freedman | August 11, 2023

Employees value a clear career path over all else.

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Gamifying Your Workforce: How to Make Employee Engagement Fun
By Nicole Fallon | August 11, 2023

Gamification is a newly popular tactic to promote employee loyalty and engagement by making work processes fun and rewarding.

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How to Keep Remote Workers Engaged in a Virtual Team
By Sammi Caramela | August 11, 2023

The coronavirus pandemic is pushing more businesses to work remotely. Here's how to keep your team engaged.

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5 Ways to Keep Employees Engaged During the Holidays
By Leslie Pankowski | August 11, 2023

The holidays can be a distracting time for the workplace. Learn how to create a positive atmosphere while keeping engagement high during the holidays.

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Communication Is Key to Genuine Employee Engagement
By Isaiah Atkins | August 11, 2023

Employees need clear communication to be fully engaged. Learn what comprises effective communication and how to improve communication with your team.

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How to Maintain HR Compliance
By Skye Schooley | August 09, 2023

Businesses must maintain HR compliance to avoid penalties, fees or legal action. Learn about HR compliance tasks and tips for staying HR compliant.

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Are Your Employees Working Multiple Jobs on the DL?
By Rebecca Neubauer | August 09, 2023

Employees are taking on more jobs to combat inflation, the rising cost of living, and job insecurity. Learn what overemployment means for your business.

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How to Be a Good Manager
By Skye Schooley | August 03, 2023

This guide explains how to be a good manager and leader, getting the most out of your team while keeping morale up.

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8 Ways Employees Commit Time Theft
By Adam Uzialko | July 31, 2023

Learn how employees steal company time, sometimes unintentionally, as well as how you can identify and resolve it.

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What Is a Noncompete Agreement?
By Kaylyn McKenna | July 31, 2023

Learn how to use a noncompete agreement to protect your business. Without one, your trade secrets and your best employees may end up with competitors.

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Apologies From Around the World
By Skye Schooley | July 31, 2023

Every country has its own customs for offering an apology. Here's how to make amends according to different international customs.