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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Deel Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 17, 2026
Read our in-depth Deel review to explore its pricing, global payroll, PEO and employer of record (EOR) services, HR tools, customer support, and why it's our top choice for businesses hiring...
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Understanding Wrongful Termination and Illegal Firing Practices
By Skye Schooley | September 15, 2026
Learn what wrongful termination is, which firing practices are illegal and what rights employers and employees have under federal and state employment laws.
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How to Reduce Sick Days by Encouraging a Healthy Workplace
By Jennifer Dublino | September 15, 2026
When employees are out sick, everyone loses. Learn how to help your staff stay healthy and productive.
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What’s in a Name? How to Choose a Job Title
By Skye Schooley | September 15, 2026
Hiring a new employee involves creating an accurate job description and title. Learn how the right title can improve employee motivation and satisfaction.
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Employment and Anti-Discrimination Laws in the Workplace
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2026
All businesses must understand workplace discrimination laws. Learn how to ensure your company provides employees with a safe and inclusive work environment.
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How to Improve Teamwork and Collaboration
By Jennifer Post | September 14, 2026
Learn how to improve teamwork and collaboration with practical strategies, real-world examples and tips to build a more connected, high-performing team.
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How to Improve Relations Between Your Managers and Employees
By Sammi Caramela | September 14, 2026
The relationship between your managers and your employees is key to maintaining a productive and happy workplace. Get relationship management tips.
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How to Find Employees: Guide to Job Posting Sites and Hiring Platforms
By Adam Uzialko | September 14, 2026
The best ways to find employees include job boards like ZipRecruiter and LinkedIn, employee referrals and resume databases, and building a talent pipeline.
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Love Your Space: How to Encourage Employees to Take Pride in the Workplace
By Jennifer Dublino | September 14, 2026
A productive workplace is essential for your company to succeed, but employee engagement is often low. Learn how to motivate and inspire your workers.
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How to Dissolve a Partnership Agreement
By Sean Peek | September 14, 2026
The end of a partnership is usually difficult for a number of reasons. Here's how to end a partnership on good terms.
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How Employees Make or Break Business Success (and How You Can Lead the Way)
By Sean Peek | September 14, 2026
Your employees can determine whether your business succeeds or fails. Find out why, and get expert advice for guiding and motivating your team.
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How Companies Can Change Their Culture to Attract (and Retain) Millennials
By Sean Peek | September 14, 2026
Millennials are a big part of the labor force. If your company wants to recruit and retain this age demographic, here are tips on what job factors they want.
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How a Good Work Atmosphere Leads to More Success
By Julie Thompson | September 14, 2026
Learn how a positive work environment boosts productivity, retention and morale, plus practical tips to build a workplace employees want to be part of.
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Hiring Process Timeline Best Practices
By Alison Grillo | September 14, 2026
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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Managing Tips for a Multigenerational Workforce: From Baby Boomers to Gen Z
By Kiely Kuligowski | September 14, 2026
With 4 active generations in the workforce, managers should understand varying communication styles. Learn tips for managing a multigenerational workforce.
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17 Things to Look for When Hiring Freelancers
By Miranda Fraraccio | September 14, 2026
Hiring the right freelancer for your company can be challenging. Learn how to evaluate freelancers' skills, experience and reliability before hiring them.
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Hiring for Attitude Over Experience: What the Numbers Show
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2026
Studies show that skilled and experienced employees with poor attitudes are more likely to fail. Here’s why hiring for attitude matters.
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Why It’s Important New Hires Fit a Company’s Culture
By Andrew Martins | September 14, 2026
Business owners who want a cohesive workplace must ensure new hires fitthe company culture. Learn why a cultural fit is vital and how to qualify people.
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Why Employee Growth Is Key to Growing Your Business
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2026
There's a trend of employees leaving companies, seeking opportunity and upward mobility elsewhere. Here are three tips to prevent employee churn.
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What is Gap Insurance for Healthcare? Look for More of It in 2026
By Kimberlee Leonard | September 14, 2026
Sometimes your employees may struggle with out-of-pocket health care costs and high deductibles. Here is what your business needs to know about gap insurance.
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From Conflict to Cooperation: Building Stronger Cross-Cultural Teams
By Julie Thompson | September 14, 2026
Managing a culturally diverse team is often a challenging endeavor. Our guide offers simple suggestions on how you can strengthen your cross-cultural team.
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Why In-House and Freelance Web Developers Are Both Ideal for Small Businesses
By Mark Fairlie | September 14, 2026
See the pros and cons of hiring freelance web developers versus having them on staff and find out how to decide which is best for your business.
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The Pros and Cons of Flexible Benefits
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2026
Understand the pros and cons of flexible benefits so you can determine if they are right for your business.
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Flat Organization Structure: Why Do They Matter?
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2026
Flat organizations reduce management layers to boost communication, agility and morale, but they may struggle with role clarity and career advancement.
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9 Reasons Why Encouraging Employee Fitness Is Beneficial
By Julie Thompson | September 14, 2026
Offering a workplace wellness program can reduce employee absenteeism, control healthcare costs, boost job satisfaction and increase overall productivity.
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5 Feminine Traits That Make Leaders Great
By Julie Thompson | September 14, 2026
Women bring many soft skills to their leadership style. Learn how humility, empathy, resilience, authenticity and entrepreneurial drive can lead to business success.
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Employer Jury Duty Requirements: How Jury Duty Works
By Max Freedman | September 10, 2026
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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What Is a Department of Transportation Background Check?
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | September 10, 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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Why You Should Tell Your Employees You’re Monitoring Them
By Kiely Kuligowski | September 10, 2026
Employee monitoring can backfire if you hide it from your workers. Learn the reasons why you should tell your employees you're monitoring them.
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Why Speaking in Jargon Doesn’t Make You Look Smarter
By Mark Fairlie | September 10, 2026
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.