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In Defense of the Open Office: The Case for the Hybrid Workplace
By David Chao | August 17, 2016

The backlash against the open office is in full force. How can we keep the collaboration while giving employees the autonomy they need?

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Make the Dream Work: 5 Reasons Why Teamwork is Crucial to Workplace Success
By Shlomo Wiesen | August 02, 2016

Traditionally one might say that a successful workplace is one that is humming along with robust sales, active meetings, with an ongoing plethora of presentations, PowerPoints, client calls, and of...

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6 Reasons Why You Should Hire Remote Workers and How to Find Them
By Sara McGuire | July 25, 2016

Many employers are embracing the unique benefits of hiring remote workers. Build a world-class team, from around the world.

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Management Masters: 5 Trailblazers in Performance Management and How to Apply Their Wins
By Kris Duggan | July 19, 2016

Here's how five trailblazing companies are using new-age performance development tactics to better manage employees and create success.

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Make It Great: Company Culture Tips From the Best Places to Work
By Niraj Ranjan | June 23, 2016

Here are a few company culture tips from some of the best places to work.

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The Psychology of Organizational Change: How Neuroscience Can Help Leaders
By Ray Williams | May 27, 2016

Recent studies in neuroscience and psychology can assist leaders in making organizational change. Learn how to apply them inside.

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Motivation Station: 3 Scientifically Proven Ways To Inspire Your Team
By Ekta Sahasi | May 24, 2016

Current research suggests these strategies will help you inspire and motivate your employees, creating happier, effective and productive.

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Visualizing Success: How To Set Up Effective Quarterly Goals
By Shirley Tan | May 04, 2016

Everyone sets goals but not many achieve them primarily because they make a list for the year and leave it that way.

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Operating Without Insurance? 7 Types of Business Insurance You Need to Know About Right Now
By Genia Stevens | April 27, 2016

Business insurance is important because there are many threats and risks that can harm your operation. Here are 7 you need to know now.

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Do Nice Businesses Finish First? The Perils of a Toxic Culture
By Robert Glazer | April 13, 2016

Even a company with a good product in a high-growth industry cannot achieve success if leadership creates a toxic company culture.

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The C-Suite Responds: Are Piercings & Tattoos in the Workplace Still Taboo?
By Suzanne Lucas | March 09, 2016

If you ever want to get a job, you can't have tattoos or piercings, right?

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Following In Zappos Footsteps: Is it Time to Shift to the Holacratic Workplace?
By Genia Stevens | March 01, 2016

Experts agree that the self-management aspect of Holacracy lends itself better to small companies or start-ups rather than large companies.

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With Power Comes Pain: The Downsides to Being the Boss
By Suzanne Lucas | February 29, 2016

Being the boss can be super hard. There's a reason managers get paid more than individual contributors. Here are the downsides.

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Pets In the Workplace: Is It a Good or Bad Idea?
By Kim Tracy Prince | February 29, 2016

Some cool companies allow dogs, cats, birds, & even turtles and lizards in the office. But not all businesses can host animal team members.

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An HR Manager Reveals: Why I Threw Out Your Résumé
By Suzanne Lucas | February 25, 2016

Want to know why you didn't get called for that job? HR manager reveals why some resumes get thrown out.

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Generations Divided: Making the Differences Between Gen-X and the Millennials Work for Your Business
By Marisa Sanfilippo | February 20, 2016

Understanding the differences between Gen-X and Millennials will help you hire better.

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Big Data, Big Problem: Coping With Shortage of Talent in Data Analysis
By business.com editorial staff | February 19, 2016

Forty percent of companies are struggling to find and retain data analytics talent, and the picture is starting to look even more bleak.

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Shallow Pockets: Tips for Hiring Employees on a Limited Budget
By Larry Alton | February 18, 2016

If you’re currently operating within the constraints of a small budget, you’ll have to get creative when hiring new employees.

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Times Are Changing: The Future of Performance Management and Reviews
By business.com editorial staff | February 17, 2016

More big name organizations scrapped traditional performance appraisals and it’s expected that significant changes will continue in 2016.

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Come Together: 5 Tips for Better Teamwork
By Xavier Morales | January 22, 2016

Come together, team! Tips for creating the right conditions that will encourage everyone on the team to share ideas and work together.

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The Psychology of Choice: How Your Business Can Leverage Customer Decision Making
By Aaron Agius | January 21, 2016

People love having choices, but facing too many leads to overwhelm and inaction. Here's how business owners can use choice effectively.