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What Is a Unique Selling Proposition?
By Jordan Bishop | October 23, 2023
Every business needs one defined, unique quality to connect with customers and show what sets your brand apart.
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The Secret to Career Success: Branding Yourself
By Shayna Waltower | October 23, 2023
If you want a successful career, you need to hone in on your brand.
Two colleagues talking
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What Is Performance Management?
By Andrew Martins | October 23, 2023
Learn why tracking employee performance as it relates to your company's goals is paramount.
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How Much Time Do Americans Spend Online and Texting?
By Shayna Waltower | October 23, 2023
Americans spend an inordinate amount of time with popular digital communication options. Here's what to do about it.
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What is a Gantt Chart?
By Elaine J. Hom | October 23, 2023
These essential project management tools provide a timeline for each task and help monitor a project's progress.
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Establishing a Company Mission for a Better Business Culture
By Jennifer Dublino | October 23, 2023
Creating a company mission can help you increase employee engagement and work toward a common goal.
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6 Signs You’ve Got a Good Boss
By Linda Pophal | October 23, 2023
Appreciate your good boss, and learn the skills you should develop to become an excellent leader.
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5 Ways to Become a Better Mentor
By Tejas Vemparala | October 23, 2023
You got help when you were starting out. Find out how to inspire and guide others in their careers.
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Which Gender Excels at Teamwork? Both … With a Catch
By Shayna Waltower | October 23, 2023
Who is better at which aspects of team projects?
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Why Women Feel Left Out of the Conversation at Work
By Shayna Waltower | October 23, 2023
Women are often underrepresented, overlooked, and interrupted in the workplace.
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The ‘Art of the Pivot’: 9 Tips to Successfully Shift Your Business Strategy
By Tejas Vemparala | October 23, 2023
When startups are not progressing well, decision-makers face a critical dilemma: stay the course or recognize that a change in direction is necessary.
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What Is Value Chain Analysis?
By Dock David Treece | October 23, 2023
Find out how value chain analysis helps businesses study specific processes to make them more efficient.
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The Best Age to Become a Boss
By Shayna Waltower | October 23, 2023
Learn the age at which many bosses obtained their positions – and how you can prepare for a leadership role.
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Distracted Workers Are Costing You Money
By Shayna Waltower | October 23, 2023
Your employees are distracted during the day, and it's costing you time and money.
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Saying Goodbye: How to Conduct Effective Exit Interviews
By Jeremy Bender | October 23, 2023
Ask the right questions and learn from the feedback you receive.
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If You Listen Up, Your Employees Will Step Up
By Matt D’Angelo | October 23, 2023
Listening to employees can lead to higher productivity and more initiative among active workers.
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The Department of Transportation’s Hours of Service Regulations
By David Gargaro | October 23, 2023
With rules that encourage and enforce commercial driver regulations, the U.S. Department of Transportation is making the roads safer.
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Managing Millennials in the Workplace
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 23, 2023
Learn how millennials have influenced the workplace and their current role in today's workforce. It's important to know the best ways to manage them.
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What Meal and Break Laws Does Your Business Need to Know?
By Adam Uzialko | October 23, 2023
Meal and rest break laws vary by state, but it is important to understand your obligations as an employer to avoid financial penalties.
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Can Employers Reimburse Employees for Health Insurance?
By Patrick Proctor | October 23, 2023
Employers can reimburse employees for healthcare-related costs by setting up an HRA, but following IRS regulations is crucial.
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Can You Legally Require Employees to Give 2 Weeks’ Notice?
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 23, 2023
Giving two weeks' notice isn't a law, but there are ways to encourage employees to follow this best employment practice.
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Best Layoff Practices: Can You Lay Off and Hire at the Same Time?
By Patrick Proctor | October 23, 2023
There are times when you need to conduct layoffs and make new hires at the same time. Here are best practices to follow when doing so.
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What Is Project Resource Management?
By Sean Peek | October 23, 2023
Here’s what you need to know about project resource management to become more efficient.
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How to Develop a Disciplinary Action Policy
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 23, 2023
Disciplinary action in the workplace is any response to misbehavior or rule-breaking at work.
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How Benefits Administration Can Help Your SMB
By Andrew Martins | October 23, 2023
Manage your employee benefits more efficiently and effectively.
Workplace burnout
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How to Identify and Address Employee Burnout
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 23, 2023
Employee burnout can have profound ramifications for your staff and business.
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What Are Core Competencies for Business?
By Max Freedman | October 20, 2023
What strategic advantages does your business have over the competition? Find out what core competencies are and how to identify them.
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Small Business Impacts of USPS Delays
By Bassam Kaado | October 20, 2023
Recent policy changes and the waning effects of COVID-19 have impacted the U.S. Postal Service, causing a major headache for small businesses that depend on it.
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High Employee Morale Decreases Turnover
By Kaylyn McKenna | October 20, 2023
A study finds that employees who feel "heard and valued" have better morale and performance.
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Employees Are More Likely to Consider Quitting After an Unfair Performance Review
By Max Freedman | October 20, 2023
Data shows that an unfair performance review could lead to your company losing valuable talent.