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Human Resources

The essential strategies, tactics, and tools you need to manage and grow your human capital.

Latest: Advice, Tips and Resources in HR Topics

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Does Your Business Need a Code of Ethics or Conduct?
By Jennifer Dublino | September 17, 2024

Formal codes of ethics and conduct can ensure consistency in an organization. Learn if your business needs a code of ethics and code of conduct — or both.

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How to Dissolve a Partnership Agreement
By Sean Peek | September 17, 2024

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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Stranger Things: A Strong Company Culture Bakes In Employee Trust, Dude
By Ali Saleh | September 16, 2024

Even though Argyle is spacey, his strong sense of camaraderie with another Surfer Boy Pizza worker saves the world.

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Why In-House and Freelance Web Developers Are Both Ideal for Small Businesses
By Mark Fairlie | September 12, 2024

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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Don’t Scare Employees With This Employment TRAP
By Skye Schooley | September 09, 2024

Find out what training repayment agreement provisions (TRAPs) are, whether they're legal and their advantages for employers.

Get Pay Right
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Salary.com CEO Kent Plunkett’s Fair Pay Playbook [Full Q&A]
By Dawn Allcot | September 09, 2024

An interview with the author of Get Pay Right: How to Achieve Pay Equity That Works

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Grow Your Small Business by Outsourcing Business Processes
By Jennifer Dublino | September 06, 2024

Outsourcing certain tasks can help you save money you'd otherwise spend on non-revenue-producing employees. Here's how and what to outsource.

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5 Feminine Traits That Make Leaders Great
By Julie Thompson | August 29, 2024

Women bring many soft skills to their leadership style. Learn how humility, empathy, resilience, persuasiveness and spirit can lead to business success.

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Shallow Pockets: Tips for Hiring Employees on a Limited Budget
By Skye Schooley | August 29, 2024

If your business has a small budget, you'll have to get creative when hiring. Try these strategies for recruiting and hiring top talent on a limited budget.

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How to Improve Relations Between Your Managers and Employees
By Sammi Caramela | August 29, 2024

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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15 Reasons Employees Quit (and How to Prevent It)
By Sean Peek | August 29, 2024

Are you having a hard time retaining employees? It could be due to one (or more) of these top reasons. Find out the solutions here.

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Do You Have a Toxic Employee Wreaking Havoc in Your Business?
By Skye Schooley | August 29, 2024

Learn how to spot toxic employees and develop strategies to ensure they don't ruin your business.

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Hiring Smart: 10 Do’s and Don’ts for Hiring
By Evyatar Sagie | August 29, 2024

Finding the right employees is key to your business's success. Follow these tips to find workers who are a good fit for the organization and role.

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5 Ways a UX Designer Can Benefit Your Company
By Jamie Johnson | August 29, 2024

A user experience, or UX, designer makes products accessible and usable. Learn how a UX designer can optimize your offerings and help your small business.

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Best Freelancer Websites for Finding Developers
By Mark Fairlie | August 23, 2024

Finding good help can be hard these days, especially in the development and engineering world. These sites can help you hire a freelance developer.

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17 Things to Look for When Hiring Freelancers
By Miranda Fraraccio | August 23, 2024

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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Small Business Guide to Hiring a Social Media Manager
By Kiely Kuligowski | August 23, 2024

Are you considering hiring a social media manager for your business? Find out what to look for, where to find one and how much you should pay.

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Finding Talented Freelancers: 12 Websites Worth Searching
By Jennifer Dublino | August 23, 2024

Freelance workers help your company expand your team while keeping overhead to a minimum. Learn about 12 websites where you can find talented freelancers.

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5 Warning Signs You Need to Outsource Your HR
By Skye Schooley | August 22, 2024

Should you outsource your company's HR functions? Here are five signs that outsourcing HR may be your best strategy.

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What Sole Proprietors Need to Know About Business Licenses
By Jennifer Dublino | August 19, 2024

Sole proprietors must abide by laws and regulations about business licenses and other matters. Learn about municipal rules for sole proprietorships.

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Domestic Partner Benefits in the Era of Marriage Equality
By Skye Schooley | August 16, 2024

Though same-sex marriage is legal, domestic partner benefit laws vary. Learn the pros and cons of extending benefits to your employees' domestic partners.

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The Pros and Cons of Flexible Benefits
By Skye Schooley | August 16, 2024

Understand the pros and cons of flexible benefits so you can determine if they are right for your business.

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4 Questions for a Successful HRIS Audit
By Chad Brooks | August 16, 2024

Find out what a human resources information system is, the different types of HRIS and the questions to ask when evaluating a system.

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4 Human Resources Decisions That Affect Your Company
By Skye Schooley | August 15, 2024

HR support is an essential element of company success. Learn how human resources decisions can impact your business.

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Why Do Small Businesses Need a Registered Agent?
By Deborah Sweeney | August 15, 2024

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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Soft Skills to Consider for Improved Employee Return on Investment
By Julie Thompson | August 15, 2024

If you want to boost productivity and profits, make sure your employees have these soft skills. You'll see a better return on investment if they do.

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What Is Employee Self-Service?
By Sean Peek | August 13, 2024

Many human resources information systems have some type of employee self-service options. Here's what you need to know about employee self-service.

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Why It’s Time to Change Your Company’s Dress Code
By Skye Schooley | August 12, 2024

Workforce trends and cultural standards have evolved over the years. Learn how to revise your business's dress code policy to keep up.

Get Pay Right book cover
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Communicating Your Compensation Plan to Your Employees
By Kent Plunkett | August 12, 2024

An excerpt from Get Pay Right: How to Achieve Pay Equity That Works

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How to Foster a Culture of Empowered Employees
By Sean Peek | August 08, 2024

Create a work culture that allows employees to understand how their contribution is meaningful. Here are tips to help empower your workers.