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Does Character Matter? The 3 C’s of Leadership
By Jennifer Dublino | November 21, 2024

Character, competence and communication are vital elements of leadership. Learn more about the three C's of leadership and more leadership characteristics.

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12 Ways to Foster a More Entrepreneurial Culture
By Sean Peek | November 18, 2024

In the workplace, you want to create a culture that supports collaboration and encourages retention. Use these tips to cultivate a more productive company.

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What Is Flextime and Why Should You Offer It?
By Skye Schooley | November 15, 2024

Flextime can be a huge advantage for your employees and your business. Find out how to boost company morale by offering flexible schedules.

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Leadership Tips for Managing a (New) Remote Team
By Kiely Kuligowski | November 06, 2024

If you're suddenly managing your team remotely, these tips can help you communicate effectively and keep the company running smoothly.

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What Is a Severance Package and Severance Agreement?
By Adam Uzialko | November 05, 2024

Severance pay is sometimes paid out to an employee when they are terminated. Check out these free severance agreement templates and letters.

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What Your Business Can Learn From Peter Drucker
By Jennifer Dublino | November 05, 2024

Peter Drucker was an influential management consultant whose theories are widely used today. Learn how Drucker's management theory can help your business.

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The Management Theory of Frederick Taylor
By Sean Peek | November 05, 2024

Make your business more efficient by using Frederick Taylor's scientific principles for employee management.

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The Management Theory of Mary Parker Follett
By Sean Peek | November 05, 2024

Mary Parker Follett's management theory increases coordination among leaders and workers. Learn how to apply it to your business.

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The Best PEO Service Providers of 2024
By Skye Schooley | November 01, 2024

Professional employer organization services can simplify your human resource responsibilities. Learn about the best PEOs available for your small business.

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Deel Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | November 01, 2024

Deel is a global PEO provider with various HR functions available. Learn why Deel is the best PEO for businesses that require global payroll services.

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TriNet Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | November 01, 2024

TriNet offers extensive, industry-specific HR services, such as payroll, risk management and benefits administration. There is no minimum employee or long-term contract requirement to enroll in...

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A Strategy for Applying the Growth Mindset Concept to Your Business
By Jamie Johnson | October 30, 2024

The growth mindset was designed for education, but it can also be leveraged in business. Learn how to apply the growth mindset and reap the benefits.

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Rippling PEO Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | October 29, 2024

Rippling is a full-featured HR and PEO service provider ideal for growing businesses that need scalability. Learn about Rippling's PEO tools and pricing.

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Managing Tips for a Multigenerational Workforce: From Baby Boomers to Gen Z
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 25, 2024

With 4 active generations in the workforce, managers should understand varying communication styles. Learn tips for managing a multigenerational workforce.

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Times Are Changing: The Future of Performance Management Trends
By Skye Schooley | October 22, 2024

Learn about the direction performance management is heading and how the most effective trends can help manage your team.

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Time-Zone Mania: How to Deal With Geodiversity
By Skye Schooley | October 22, 2024

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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The Management Theory of Frank and Lillian Gilbreth
By Miranda Fraraccio | October 21, 2024

Frank and Lillian Gilbreth stressed regulation and consistency at the job. Learn how to use their theory to make your company more efficient.

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Why Brand Ambassadors Could Be Your Best Marketing Strategy
By Jennifer Dublino | October 21, 2024

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 Let Politics Divide Your Workforce
By Business.com Editorial Staff | October 16, 2024

9 to 5 is for green, not red and blue.

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8 Ways to Resolve Conflict Between Your Sales and Marketing Teams
By Julie Thompson | October 15, 2024

Sales and marketing teams don't always see eye to eye due to conflicting goals. Learn how to resolve sales and marketing conflicts and foster collaboration.

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Hiring for Attitude Over Experience: What the Numbers Show
By Skye Schooley | October 04, 2024

Studies show that skilled and experienced employees with rotten attitudes fail quickly. Here's why you need to hire for attitude.

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Remote Work Best Practices (Plus Sample Policy)
By Sean Peek | September 27, 2024

Since working from home is becoming a common trend, it is vital to have a plan that fosters this new working environment and keeps employees on track.

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From Conflict to Cooperation: Building Stronger Cross Cultural Teams
By Julie Thompson | September 24, 2024

While cross-cultural teams offer challenges, such workplace diversity can offer opportunities for innovation, creativity and other assets.

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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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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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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.

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5 Ways to Improve Your Office Workflow
By Julie Thompson | August 01, 2024

Make your employees happier and more productive by following these tips for making your business run more efficiently and smoothly.

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How to Turn Change Management Into Personal Development
By Sean Peek | August 01, 2024

Work environments are continually changing, and a company can prepare its employees for that. Learn how to support your workers and create better teamwork.

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Why Growing Employees Is Key to Growing Your Business
By Skye Schooley | July 31, 2024

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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Substance Abuse in the Workplace: What to Do When an Employee Returns From Rehab
By Skye Schooley | July 31, 2024

Returning to work is a critical part of recovery for many former addicts. As an employer, learn how you can best support an employee.