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How to Prevent Employee Time Theft
By Eduardo Vasconcellos | February 12, 2022

Time fraud can be a problem for any company, but it's also an opportunity to create clear guidelines and build trust throughout a workforce.

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What to Know When Choosing Business Insurance
By Scott Gerber | February 07, 2022

Choosing an insurance policy for your company or employees is a major step, and one not to take casually.

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What Is Human Capital Management?
By Sean Peek | February 04, 2022

Human capital management encompasses all the processes a business takes during recruiting, hiring and training to optimize productivity.

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What Is Employee Self-Service?
By Sean Peek | February 04, 2022

Employee self-service portals are increasingly popular in human resources information systems because they improve efficiency, accuracy and accessibility.

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The Best Employee Scheduling Software of 2022
By Andrew Martins | February 04, 2022

Looking for the best employee scheduling software? We've reviewed the best and cheapest programs.

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The Best Business VoIP Phone Systems for 2022
By Chad Brooks | February 04, 2022

Our team of experts has compared the best VoIP services for 2022. See up-to-date comparisons, reviews and costs for the top rated services.

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The Best Water Delivery Services of 2022
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 04, 2022

Our experts reviewed the best water delivery services for 2022. See up-to-date comparisons on features and the best prices for the top-rated services.

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The Best Medical Transcription Services of 2022
By Adam Uzialko | February 04, 2022

Outsourcing your medical transcription can save you time and improve the accuracy of your clinical documentation and other written records. These are the best medical transcription services of 2022.

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Workplace Stress and Anxiety After COVID-19
By Shawn Singh | February 04, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has compounded existing workplace stress and anxiety. This article explains the primary causes of that stress and how to manage it in a post-COVID world.

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Workplace Accidents: How to Avoid Them and What to Do When They Happen
By Simon Brisk | February 04, 2022

The truth about workplace accidents, how to avoid them, and what to do if they happen.

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Who's on Your Bench? Why You Should Focus on the B-Team
By Jennifer Post | February 04, 2022

A-players are the go-getters, but B-players make up 60%-70% of an organization.

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Don't Go It Alone: The Case for Hiring a Marketing Expert
By Ryan Ayers | February 03, 2022

Digital marketing is one area where your ROI will be better if you don't DIY.

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The Best Time of the Year to Take Vacation
By Jennifer Post | February 03, 2022

Don't waste your time off; make the most of it without leaving a disaster at work.

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5 Ways Your Business Can Boost Its Productivity During the COVID-19 Pandemic
By Nathan Resnick | February 03, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has proven problematic for businesses worldwide. While many economic factors are beyond the control of entrepreneurs, productivity needn't be something that declines, too.

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What Are Employee Compensation Packages?
By Skye Schooley | February 03, 2022

The types of compensation packages you offer your employees can have a big impact on your business. Learn which ones are right for your team.

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How to Instill More Transparency in Your Business
By Marc Boscher | February 03, 2022

Increased transparency can result in higher employee morale, higher retention and a growing bottom line.

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How to Transition to Long-Term Work From Home
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 03, 2022

Working from home has become the reality for many American workers. Here's how to transition into long-term remote work.

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The Right and Wrong of Pursuing Happiness in the Workplace
By Al Gomez | February 03, 2022

When people talk about dream jobs or Fortune 500 companies, they usually think about buffet lunches, large salaries and countless perks.

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The Role of a Strong Accounting and Finance Team in Seeking Capital
By Matthew G. | February 03, 2022

You may be tempted to neglect the accounting side of your business, but you might also be hurting your access to capital.

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The End of Rank and Yank: Management Practices Revisited
By Jennifer Post | February 03, 2022

Many businesses employ a management practice of ranking and then dismissing a certain number of employees every year. Can this approach survive?

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Beyond the Clock: The Benefits of Highly Motivated Employees
By Alison Napolitano | February 03, 2022

High levels of employee motivation are linked to high levels of employee engagement.

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5 Ways Small Businesses Can Safeguard Employee Well-Being During a Crisis
By Howard Goldstein | February 03, 2022

Ensuring the physical and mental well-being of your employees is critical for the survival of your business.

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How to Make Remote Employees Feel More Connected
By Syed Balkhi | February 03, 2022

Keeping remote workers feeling connected is critical to your team's success.

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Resource Burn: 4 Things That Are Wasting Your Team's Time
By Victor Snyder | February 03, 2022

Reducing waste at your company is vital for ensuring its continued success and longevity.

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Should You Offer Your Employees a PPO?
By Julie Ritzer Ross | February 03, 2022

A PPO healthcare plan offers advantages and disadvantages to employers and employees.

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The Pros and Cons of Working in a Shared Business Space
By Sean Peek | February 02, 2022

Sharing a business space with another startup can be great for the collaborative entrepreneur. But what about those who need a little more space and privacy, yet don't have an office of their own?

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Screening Questions to Ask During a Phone Interview (+ Phone Interview Tips)
By Skye Schooley | February 02, 2022

Use these phone screening questions and steps to conduct a great phone screen interview.

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What Does It Take to Be a Good People Manager?
By Skye Schooley | February 02, 2022

Learn how to enhance your people management skills to effectively lead your team.

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How Leaders Can Overcome Resistance to Become More Productive
By Jared Atchison | February 02, 2022

Internal resistance kills many businesses and creative projects before they've had a chance to grow. Here's how leaders can recognize and overcome it to be more productive.

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Should You Offer Group Life Insurance?
By Max Freedman | February 02, 2022

Group life insurance is a valuable inclusion in an employee benefits package.