Human Resources Management
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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The Management Theory of Max Weber
By Sean Peek | February 03, 2026
Max Weber’s management theory promotes a structured hierarchy, clear rules and impersonal relationships to increase efficiency and eliminate favoritism.
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The Management Theory of Joseph Juran
By Sean Peek | February 03, 2026
Joseph Juran was a pioneer in the study of quality control for industries like math and science. Learn how to apply his management theory to your business.
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Herzberg’s Motivation-Hygiene Theory: A Manager’s Guide (2026)
By Max Freedman | February 03, 2026
Learn how Frederick Herzberg's two-factor theory helps modern leaders boost retention and engagement. Discover actionable tips for applying motivation-hygiene principles in 2026.
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Why It’s Important New Hires Fit a Company’s Culture
By Andrew Martins | February 03, 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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What Are the Benefits of a Section 125 Plan?
By Miranda Fraraccio | February 03, 2026
With the tax savings it offers, a Section 125 plan can be a nice addition to a benefits package. Here are the pros and cons of these plans.
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Why Do Small Businesses Need a Registered Agent?
By Deborah Sweeney | February 02, 2026
Finding a registered agent is part of starting a business. Learn what a registered agent is and why your small business needs one.
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How Open Office Plans Affect Workplace Productivity
By Julie Thompson | February 02, 2026
Open offices have pros and cons when it comes to productivity. Learn their upsides and drawbacks and how to maintain productivity in an open office plan.
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The Psychology of Power Abuse
By Sean Peek | February 02, 2026
Power abuse persists in the modern workplace. Experts explain why, share the effects of power abuse and advise on how to stop it.
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16 Questions to Ask Your Web Developer
By Mark Fairlie | February 02, 2026
When choosing a web developer, asking the right questions can help you find someone who understands your vision and can give you the website you want.
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How to Negotiate When Hiring Freelancers
By Bennett Conlin | January 30, 2026
If you need additional help but can’t afford to hire a full-time employee, working with a freelancer is a good option. Here’s how to negotiate fairly.
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8 Tips for Building a Successful Remote Company
By Jennifer Dublino | January 30, 2026
Remote companies provide significant benefits to employers and employees. Learn tips for building a successful remote company that runs like clockwork.
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Time-Zone Mania: How to Deal With Geodiversity
By Skye Schooley | January 30, 2026
Employing a global workforce can give your company advantages, but your business will also have to deal with the downsides of working across time zones.
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Resume Screening 101: How to Find the Right Candidate in a Stack of Applications
By Adam Uzialko | January 30, 2026
To make sure you’re only bringing in the best candidates for job interviews, screen resumes to filter out red flags and identify the most promising applicants.
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Up in Smoke: Should Businesses Still Drug Test for Marijuana?
By Skye Schooley | January 30, 2026
Amid increased legalization, the debate on whether to still drug test employees for weed use is complicated. See the pros and cons here.
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Why In-House and Freelance Web Developers Are Both Ideal for Small Businesses
By Mark Fairlie | January 30, 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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Why Brand Ambassadors Could Be Your Best Marketing Strategy
By Jennifer Dublino | January 30, 2026
Having employees act as brand ambassadors is a low-cost way to increase your company's marketing reach and engagement significantly. Here's how to do it.
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Don’t Go It Alone: The Case for Hiring a Marketing Expert
By Jennifer Dublino | January 30, 2026
While entrepreneurs can do it all, they should leave digital marketing to the experts. Learn how a digital marketing expert can improve your bottom line.
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How to Choose Payroll Software
By Nicole Fallon | January 30, 2026
Choosing the right payroll provider for your small business is crucial. Learn what factors to assess when selecting payroll software and services.
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Times Are Changing: The Future of Performance Management Trends
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 2026
Learn about the direction performance management is heading and how the most effective trends can help manage your team.
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Why Offering Paid Leave Is Good for Your Business
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 2026
Learn several reasons why your business is better off offering employees paid time off.
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How to Manage Risks and Maximize Rewards of Co-Employment
By Tania Fiero | January 29, 2026
Find out what co-employment is, how to choose a co-employer and how to manage the co-employment relationship to maximize the benefits.
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How to Dissolve a Partnership Agreement
By Sean Peek | January 29, 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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Hiring for Attitude Over Experience: What the Numbers Show
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 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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How to Handle Internal Communications During a Merger
By Julie Thompson | January 29, 2026
During a merger or acquisition, it is important to communicate properly with your employees. Here are tips to help ease the transition.
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What is a Reasonable PTO Policy?
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 29, 2026
A business's paid time off (PTO) policy outlines employee time off regulations. Learn the three types of PTO policies and PTO policy best practices.
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What Is Bereavement Leave?
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 2026
Bereavement leave typically grants three to five paid days off for immediate family deaths, with policies varying by employer and no federal law requiring it.
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The Legalities and Benefits of Employee Cell Phone Monitoring
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 2026
Learn the benefits and laws associated with monitoring company-owned employee cell phones.
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Small Business Guide to a Restaurant Management System
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 29, 2026
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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What Employee Info Can You Collect in Personnel Files?
By Skye Schooley | January 29, 2026
Learn which documents you should and shouldn't collect in employee personnel files.
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Resource Burn: 4 Things That Are Wasting Your Team’s Time
By Victor Snyder | January 28, 2026
Resource burn creates unnecessary costs and leads to mistakes and burnout. To help your team be more productive, cut out these inefficiencies.