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Whether your staffers work in an office or at home, the employee-manager relationship can't be overlooked. Ensure your team is performing at its best with professional advice on performance management, company policies, workplace relationships and more aspects of people management.

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How Employees Make or Break Business Success (and How You Can Lead the Way)
By Sean Peek | January 21, 2025

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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Why Your Small Business Needs an Attendance Policy (+ Sample Attendance Policy Template)
By Skye Schooley | January 21, 2025

Here’s why your small business needs an attendance policy as well as how to write an effective one — and a sample attendance policy template.

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Human Relations Management Theory Basics
By Miranda Fraraccio | January 21, 2025

Understand the basic premise behind the human relations management theory and the skills you need to implement it in your business.

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9 Reasons Why Encouraging Employee Fitness Is Beneficial
By Julie Thompson | January 21, 2025

A wellness focus is a win-win for employees and organizations.

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Popular Management Theories Decoded
By Bennett Conlin | January 17, 2025

What's the logic behind popular management theories? Discover the pros and cons of these theories in our detailed guide.

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The Management Theory of Frederick Taylor
By Sean Peek | January 16, 2025

Discover how Frederick Taylor's scientific management theory continues to shape business efficiency today. Learn its principles, criticisms, and tips for implementation to boost collaboration and...

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How to Identify a True Leader
By Sean Peek | January 16, 2025

Follow these tips and tricks to make sure your next hire has the leadership skills you need on the team.

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6 Signs It’s Time to Terminate an Employee
By Jamie Johnson | January 15, 2025

Terminating employees can be difficult. Learn six signs that it's time to fire an employee and understand best practices in the firing process.

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Don’t Want to Cut Employees? Try Cutting Salaries
By Skye Schooley | January 14, 2025

If you need to cut business expenses, an alternative to layoffs is salary reductions. Here are the laws and guidelines to follow when cutting employee pay.

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What to Include in a Termination Letter
By Skye Schooley | January 09, 2025

Check out these free templates to help you write an employee termination letter.

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5 Reasons Remote Teams Are More Engaged Than Office Workers
By Jennifer Dublino | January 07, 2025

You might think in-office workers show more engagement than remote teams but that isn’t true. Here’s why virtual employees are often more productive.

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Ways to Prepare for a Gen Z Workplace
By Tom Anziano | January 07, 2025

Find out what Gen Z workers expect and how to best prepare your workplace.

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Are Employees More Productive Working From Home?
By Baruch Silvermann | January 07, 2025

Historically, traditional job roles were shackled to the office, but are we more productive at home? See data and learn how to improve remote productivity.

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What Is Disciplinary Action?
By Sean Peek | January 02, 2025

Disciplinary action is a corrective measure in response to an employee's misconduct or poor performance. Learn how to create a disciplinary action policy.

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Pets Go to Work: How to Create a Pet Policy for Your Office
By Julie Thompson | January 02, 2025

Pets in the workplace may boost productivity and motivation. Create a pet policy that accommodates pet owners and alleviates other employees' concerns.

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The End of Rank and Yank: Management Practices Revisited
By Jennifer Post | December 19, 2024

The "rank and yank" management practice assessed employees and fired those who fell short. Learn why this outdated methodology has fallen out of favor.

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The Legalities and Benefits of Employee Cell Phone Monitoring
By Skye Schooley | December 18, 2024

Learn the benefits and laws associated with monitoring company-owned employee cell phones.

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Is It Time to Fire Your Managers?
By Skye Schooley | December 18, 2024

Some businesses benefit from cutting managerial positions. Learn what a flat organizational structure is to see if it’s right for your company.

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Employee Retention: What Does Your Turnover Rate Tell You?
By Joshua Stowers | December 16, 2024

Employee turnover is the voluntary or involuntary loss of an employee who leaves an open position that your business will need to fill. Learn how to track it.

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Boosting Business Success: The Benefits of Highly Motivated Employees
By Skye Schooley | December 13, 2024

Learn the links between highly motivated employees and high employee engagement – and how both can benefit your business.

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9 Metrics That Amp Up Agile Team Productivity
By Kaytlyn Smith | December 09, 2024

Agile metrics quantify human capital investments while keeping your team's learning journey clear of obstacles.

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How to Implement Continuous Performance Management
By Jennifer Dublino | December 06, 2024

Continuous performance management can boost morale and improve communication. Learn how to implement continuous performance management in your company.

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Remote Work Best Practices (Plus Sample Policy)
By Sean Peek | December 04, 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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The Best PEO Service Providers of 2025
By Skye Schooley | December 04, 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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Employee Performance Goals and Metrics: Performance Goals Examples
By Skye Schooley | December 04, 2024

Setting employee performance goals is an important job for managers. Learn how to set performance goals and why they're important, and view specific examples.

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Employee Expense Reimbursement
By Jennifer Dublino | December 02, 2024

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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The Management Theory of Max Weber
By Sean Peek | December 02, 2024

This bureaucratic management theory claims it can increase your business' efficiency. Here is how it works.

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Small Business Guide to a Restaurant Management System
By Kiely Kuligowski | November 26, 2024

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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How to Recognize and Support Employees With Impostor Syndrome
By Julie Thompson | November 25, 2024

When your employees feel inadequate, there are steps that you can take to help them overcome that self-doubt and improve their productivity.

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How to Handle Internal Communications During a Merger
By Julie Thompson | November 25, 2024

During a merger or acquisition, it is important to communicate properly with your employees. Here are tips to help ease the transition.