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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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7 Ways to Create a Happy and Motivated Workplace
By Julie Thompson | January 24, 2025

Employee satisfaction is crucial to a motivated workplace. Here are some great ways to create a happy and productive work environment.

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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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Management Theory of Michael Porter
By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary | January 16, 2025

Michael Porter’s theory can help you build a more competitive management strategy for your business. Here is what you need to know.

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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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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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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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Management Theory of Frederick Herzberg
By Max Freedman | January 14, 2025

Learn how businesses can use Herzberg's motivation theory, also known as the two-factor theory, to better manage their employees.

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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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The Management Theory of Elton Mayo
By Sean Peek | January 14, 2025

Discover how George Elton Mayo revolutionized workplace management with his groundbreaking theory, emphasizing teamwork, communication and employee motivation over monetary rewards.

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Management Theory of Robert Waterman
By Sean Peek | January 13, 2025

Thomas Peters and Robert Waterman's theory observations developed foundational points for successful organizations.

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Management Theory of Edgar Schein
By Max Freedman | January 10, 2025

Edgar Schein's management theory focuses on the culture within an organization. According to Schein, culture is the primary source of resistance to change.

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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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How to Design a Workspace That Improves Productivity
By Katharine Paljug | January 07, 2025

Your workspace design can boost productivity and efficiency. Learn effective workplace design tips and how workplace design affects productivity.

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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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Management Theory of Stephen Covey
By Sean Peek | January 02, 2025

Learn how Stephen Covey’s seven habits of highly effective people can make you more successful in business.

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6 Steps to Improve Your Organization’s Performance
By Jennifer Dublino | January 02, 2025

Continuous improvement is crucial for businesses. Learn the types of organizational improvements and 6 strategies for improving organizational performance.

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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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Do Results-Only Workplaces Really Work?
By Sean Peek | December 13, 2024

Here’s everything you need to know about results-only work environments, and whether it’s right for your business.