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A critical part of running a business is hiring and managing your employees. Our Human Resource Management hub has everything you need to know about recruiting the best workers, creating and enforcing workplace policies, and maintaining a company culture that keeps your team engaged and motivated.

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What Are Employee Compensation Packages?
The types of compensation packages you offer your employees can have a big impact on your business. Discover which ones are right for your team.
Skye Schooley
Skye Schooley
What Does It Take to Be a Good People Manager?
Learn how to enhance your people management skills to effectively lead your team to success.
Skye Schooley
Skye Schooley
The Benefits Stay Interviews Can Bring to Your Company
Stay interviews can play a vital role in retaining top talent and bolstering company culture.
Patrick Proctor
Patrick Proctor
What Employee Info Can You Collect in Personnel Files?
Learn which documents you should include (and not include) in your employee personnel files.
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Skye Schooley

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Expand Internationally by Leveraging Local PEO Services
By Craig Dempsey | January 20, 2026

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By Nicole Fallon | January 20, 2026

Equity compensation is a strategy used to improve a business’s cash flow. Instead of a full salary, the employee is given a partial stake in the company.

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Jury duty is a common cause of missed workdays. Learn how jury duty works, the employment laws that apply, and how to handle jury duty as an employer.

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Employee Expense Reimbursement Guide
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Learn how to implement an employee expense reimbursement plan that clearly communicates protocols, navigates tax rules and keeps costs in check.

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Technical jargon has its time and place, but studies show employees are turned off by office jargon. Learn the dos and don'ts of using business buzzwords.

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By Julie Thompson | January 20, 2026

Online business meetings are a necessity in business today. Learn tips for more effective and productive online meetings without glitches and distractions.

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How long should your hiring process take? Find out how long each step of your recruiting process should be and learn tips for speeding it up.

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Hiring a financial professional like a bookkeeper can help you save money and time. But it's crucial to understand the downsides as well as the upsides.

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The Importance of Employee Data
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Employee data is every detail a company collects about its employees and encompasses both basic and specific information.

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What Is a Human Resources Information System (HRIS)?
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Understanding HR reporting
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Paper checks are going out of favor as more businesses adopt electronic payroll systems. Learn how paperless payroll works and its benefits for employers.

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By Skye Schooley | January 16, 2026

Learn how to avoid employee turnover and burnout by inspiring your employees to make their goals while improving company culture.

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The Process for Terminating Employee Benefits
By Miranda Fraraccio | January 16, 2026

When an employee exits your company, their benefits must be terminated accurately. Here's how to end your ex-employee's benefits.

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What Is Employment Verification?
By Patrick Proctor | January 16, 2026

Employment verifications play an important role in the hiring process. Here is how to conduct one.

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What Is a Department of Transportation Background Check?
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | January 16, 2026

DOT background checks are mandatory for commercial drivers and include driving record reviews, drug/alcohol testing, employment verification and physical exams.

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Restaurant management systems are essential tools that help you manage sales, staff, inventory and more. Learn which type might benefit your business best.

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Find out what co-employment is, how to choose a co-employer and how to manage the co-employment relationship to maximize the benefits.