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The Definition of Independent Contractor Is About To Change
By Bassam Kaado | January 24, 2024
The new Department of Labor proposal can determine what classifies an independent contractor from an employee, impacting the current workforce.
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How to Reduce Your Business Tax Liability
By Katharine Paljug | January 24, 2024
Paying taxes is never fun, but there are steps you can take to reduce your business' tax liability. See our tips and answers to common tax questions.
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Time Clock Rounding Best Practices
By Max Freedman | January 22, 2024
Time clock rounding is legal if you round to certain fractions of an hour and don't unfairly diminish employee pay. Learn how time clock rounding works.
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10 Brilliant Hiring Philosophies From Famous Leaders
By Nicole Fallon | January 19, 2024
These philosophies from well-known business leaders can help you build out a successful staff.
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Why Attitude Beats Aptitude When Hiring
By Max Freedman | January 19, 2024
Employees whom you hire for cultural fit may last longer at your business, according to research. Here’s how — and why — to act on this information.
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Shared Leadership: How Modern Businesses Run Themselves
By Marisa Sanfilippo | January 18, 2024
Shared leadership is a business management approach that disperses influence across many leaders rather than an individual or a small group.
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Caught on Video: Employees Behaving (Very) Badly
By Skye Schooley | January 17, 2024
These five companies wish they could recall videos that made them look very bad. Watch these employee mishaps, and learn how to handle negative attention.
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Stress Management Key to Keeping Business (and Owner) Alive
By Sean Peek | January 17, 2024
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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Nap Time? Sleeping at Work Boosts Productivity
By Sammi Caramela | January 17, 2024
Sleeping at work can be good for business, even for remote workers. Here's how it enhances job performance.
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Small Business Guide to Paying Holiday Bonuses
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 17, 2024
Holiday bonuses can be a great way to show employees you care while boosting productivity and engagement. Learn more about how to give holiday bonuses.
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What Is a Noncompete Agreement?
By Kaylyn McKenna | January 17, 2024
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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Key Steps Women Can Take to Be Strong Leaders
By Marci Martin | January 17, 2024
Gender equality ideals have opened up leadership roles for women in the workplace. Learn how female leaders can continue closing the gender gap.
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17 International Business Customs That Could Make or Break a Deal
By Adam Uzialko | January 16, 2024
Understanding international business etiquette and customs is key to global success. Learn 17 international business customs to stay respectful.
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Surprising Laws That May Apply to Your Small Business
By Adam Uzialko | January 16, 2024
Learn some surprising laws and regulations that apply to small businesses, with tips to keep your company compliant.
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Finding the Balance Between Employee Travel and Customer Experience
By Max Freedman | January 16, 2024
Business travel can improve the employee and customer experiences, but it can negatively impact your staff too. Learn how to strike the right balance.
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Bridge the Gap: Communicating With a Multigenerational Workforce
By Adam Uzialko | January 16, 2024
Communication style is one of the biggest distinctions among employees from different generations. Here's how to bridge the gap in your organization.
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Do You Have to Pay Employees for Jury Duty?
By Patrick Proctor | January 16, 2024
Employers must manage employee jury duty leave. Familiarize yourself with the laws surrounding jury duty pay to ensure you meet your legal obligations.
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Rebuilding Your Business After a Natural Disaster
By Adam Uzialko | January 12, 2024
Here’s what you should do before and after disaster strikes to ensure minimal impact on your business.
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The Best Dog-Friendly Companies of 2026
By Casey Conway | January 12, 2024
Businesses with dog-friendly work policies offer an appealing job perk. Learn the pros and cons of pets at work and how to make your company dog-friendly.
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What Is The Most Productive Day Of The Week?
By Chad Brooks | January 12, 2024
Determining the most productive day of the week can be tricky, but there is a common theme among the studies and surveys on the topic.
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The Benefits of Performance Management Software
By Andrew Martins | January 12, 2024
Performance management software helps determine which employees are performing better than others so you can make informed staffing decisions.
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Working Overtime? Longer Hours Won’t Make You More Productive
By Max Freedman | January 10, 2024
While overtime may seem like a productivity booster, studies say otherwise. Learn how overtime affects productivity and how the U.S. compares globally.
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8 Ways Employees Steal Time
By Adam Uzialko | January 10, 2024
Employees may steal time from your business, sometimes without realizing it. Learn how time theft occurs and how to enforce time and attendance policies.
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How Most Millionaires Got Rich
By Stella Morrison | January 09, 2024
Millionaires don’t always receive their wealth from family. Some are self-made and earn their fortune through hard work and ingenuity.
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How Should You Communicate Layoffs? The Answer Isn’t So Clear
By Shayna Waltower | January 09, 2024
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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3 Elements of Delegation All Managers Should Know
By Marisa Sanfilippo | January 03, 2024
Good leaders understand how to delegate without micromanaging. This information can make your team more effective at their jobs.
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What to Do When Your Best Employee Quits
By Tejas Vemparala | January 03, 2024
When an outstanding worker quits, it can impact the entire organization. Here are the steps your business should take to keep productivity high.
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How to Manage and Improve Employee Retention
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 03, 2024
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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Working on Memorial Day: How to Make It Better for Your Team
By Max Freedman | January 03, 2024
Few employees want to work on Memorial Day and other holidays, but sometimes it's unavoidable. Learn how to make it a better workday for your team.
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16 Cool Job Perks That Keep Employees Happy
By Katharine Paljug | January 03, 2024
Looking to institute some cool job perks to keep your employees happy and productive? Consider these 16 benefits to offer your employees.