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A Primer on Timeclock Apps and Your Business
By Andrew Martins | January 25, 2022

You need an accurate record of when your employees are on the clock. Here are some apps that can help.

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Tracking Employee Attendance: What Equipment Do You Need?
By Skye Schooley | January 24, 2022

Learn which equipment features you will need for your company's time-tracking system.

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What Is 401(k) Automatic Enrollment?
By Donna Fuscaldo | January 19, 2022

Offering a 401(k) plan is doable, but getting employees to participate isn't always easy. An automatic enrollment feature can help.

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True Team Spirit: How to Take Better Care of Your Co-Workers
By Victoria Heckstall | December 22, 2021

Do you want your office life to be more pleasant? If so, give this article a read to find out how to take better care of your co-workers.

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Business Employee Benefits & Insurance Plans
By business.com editorial staff | December 21, 2021

Our experts have reviewed the best health insurance providers for 2022. See up-to-date comparisons on features and the best prices for the top rated providers.

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What Is Employee Benefits Management and Administration?
By Sean Peek | November 10, 2021

Managing employee benefits can take a lot of time and energy, but numerous software options can help you with employee benefits management.

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Host a Holiday Party Your Clients Will Want to Attend
By Anna Johansson | November 09, 2021

Follow these 7 tips to throw a festive, successful holiday celebration.

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4 Steps to Effective Employee Performance Management
By Laura Handrick | November 09, 2021

Rather than sticking to traditional forms of employee performance management, like annual reviews, managers are best served giving ongoing, real-time feedback.

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5 Tools for Tracking Your Remote Staff's Productivity
By Skye Schooley | November 01, 2021

How do you know if your remote staff is actually working and not wasting time? Here are five tools for tracking employee productivity.

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Creating an Employee-Centric Company Culture Will Not Be the Death of Your Business
By Jennifer Post | October 19, 2021

Companies with an employee-centric culture are surrounded by employees who take pride in the business and feel valued and encouraged to make suggestions.

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Workers' Comp and Taxes
By Kimberlee Leonard | October 16, 2021

There are certain tax implications for workers' compensation that every employee and business owner should understand.

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8 Hiring Challenges Facing Small Business Owners
By Skye Schooley | October 06, 2021

Learn how to overcome hiring obstacles to add ideal candidates to your team.

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How Workers' Compensation Rates Work
By Kimberlee Leonard | September 30, 2021

Workers' compensation rates stem from various factors, including industry risk, claims history and payroll costs. Here's what you need to know about workers' compensation, and how to keep costs down.

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How to Choose Payroll Software
By Nicole Fallon | September 21, 2021

Choosing the right payroll software for your small business can streamline operations and ensure your employees get paid correctly and on time.

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12 Reasons Your Restaurant Needs Modern POS Software
By Donna Fuscaldo | August 25, 2021

Learn how a new POS system can help your restaurant manage orders, inventory, staff and a host of other back-office tasks.

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Employee Performance Goals and Metrics: Performance Goals Examples
By Skye Schooley | August 20, 2021

Setting clear and direct goals for your employees is beneficial for your company and your staff.

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Understanding HR Reporting
By Patrick Proctor | August 20, 2021

HR reporting can provide your business with critical insight into your workforce and how it operates.

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Should You Accept Equity as Compensation?
By Max Freedman | July 21, 2021

Startups often offer equity to valuable employees in place of a higher salary.

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Workers' Comp Insurance: How Much Do You Need?
By Max Freedman | July 12, 2021

Here are five factors that affect how much workers' comp insurance you need.

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How to Use a Roth 401(k)
By Max Freedman | June 08, 2021

Learn how a Roth 401(k) retirement plan works and how it compares to a traditional 401(k).

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The Small Business Guide to SIMPLE IRAs
By Max Freedman | June 08, 2021

SIMPLE IRAs are employee retirement accounts especially useful for small businesses new to offering retirement benefits.

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What Is a Department of Transportation (DOT) Background Check?
By Patrick Proctor | April 26, 2021

DOT background checks are required for all commercial drivers before they can work for your company. Find out what these checks reveal and how to conduct one for your drivers.

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How SEP IRAs Work
By Max Freedman | April 21, 2021

Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) individual retirement accounts (IRA) could lower a self-employed person's taxable income. SEP IRAs benefit small employers as well.

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5 Easy Steps to Set Up Direct Deposit for Your Employees
By Skye Schooley | March 03, 2021

Learn how to set up direct deposit for your employees in five easy steps.

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What Are Qualifying Life Events, and How Do They Impact Your Health Insurance?
By Julie Ritzer Ross | February 10, 2021

Qualifying life events provide opportunities for you and your employees to alter your health insurance coverage outside of the open enrollment period.

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How to Ensure COBRA Compliance for Your Small Business
By Joel Kranc | February 08, 2021

Depending on the size of your business, you may be required to offer healthcare options to employees after they leave your company.

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How to Create a Remote Help Desk for Your Business
By Skye Schooley | February 01, 2021

Follow this six-step process to create an effective remote help desk for your business.

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Remote Work Best Practices (Plus Sample Policy)
By Marisa Sanfilippo | January 26, 2021

With so many businesses now having employees work from home, it is vital to have a well-thought-out plan that fosters this new working environment.