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Switching to an Automated HR System? Here's How to Prepare
By Skye Schooley | February 15, 2022

Automated HR systems are key to compliance. Here's how to prepare for the transition.

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A Guide to Small Business Overtime Laws
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 15, 2022

Find out who qualifies, how much you must pay them, and what it will cost you if you don't.

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10 Salary Negotiation Tips for Employers (and How to Negotiate Remotely)
By Adryan Corcione | February 15, 2022

Negotiating compensation can be difficult, especially for your remote employees.

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What Is a Reasonable PTO Policy?
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 15, 2022

The type of PTO policy you choose has a strong effect on your company culture.

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How to Prevent Nepotism in the Workplace
By Patrick Proctor | February 15, 2022

Avoiding nepotism requires a joint leadership approach to ensure that employee hires, promotions, and favorable projects are fairly distributed within the company.

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Break Free From Performance Management Shackles: Companies That Are Paving the Way
By Jennifer Post | February 15, 2022

Traditional performance reviews are no longer working. See how and why these big players have moved to a new way of evaluating employee performance.

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Trust the Process: 13 Tips to Empower and Encourage Your Staff
By Peter Daisyme | February 15, 2022

The key to happy and productive employees is making sure that they feel important in their roles. Here are 13 tips to empower your staff.

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How to Choose a Paystub Generator
By Matt D'Angelo | February 15, 2022

Finding the right paystub generator is an important part of processing payroll.

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The Pros and Cons of a Payroll Card
By Julie Thompson | February 15, 2022

Paycards are a growing trend among small businesses. Find out their pros and cons.

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How Offering Professional Development Opportunities to Employees Helps Your Small Business
By Matt D'Angelo | February 15, 2022

Continuing education platforms are a great way to develop employee skills, boost morale and improve recruitment efforts.

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What Is a Merit Pay Increase?
By Julie Thompson | February 15, 2022

Merit increases can boost worker productivity and retention, but you need to know if they're right for your business and the best ways to implement them.

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Legal Protections for Transgender, Nonbinary and Gender-Nonconforming Employees: What You Need to Know
By Skye Schooley | February 15, 2022

Learn what policies protect transgender, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming employees.

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How to Monitor and Support Employee Mental Health
By Skye Schooley | February 15, 2022

Employee mental health is especially important amid the coronavirus pandemic. Learn how to effectively support your employees and their mental well-being.

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The Benefits Stay Interviews Can Bring to Your Company
By Patrick Proctor | February 15, 2022

It is important to understand the strategic role that stay interviews can play in retaining top talent and bolstering company culture.

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Transitioning Your Office Online Must Work for All Employees
By Mark Shapiro | February 15, 2022

Due to COVID-19, more employees are teleworking, and this can be a benefit for those with disabilities. But telework presents new issues that employers must address to ensure digital accessibility.

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How to Effectively Implement Employee Monitoring Software
By Aigerim Berzinya | February 15, 2022

Employee monitoring software, when used in a transparent manner, can help your business. Learn how to implement it properly.

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How to Improve Relations Between Your Managers and Employees
By Sammi Caramela | February 15, 2022

Poor relationships in the workplace can be detrimental to the health of your business.

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How to Keep Your Fleet Safety Compliant
By Jeff Hale | February 15, 2022

Keeping your drivers, your vehicles, and members of the public safe can help your company save money and improve your reputation.

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Fast, Good, or Cheap – Pick Three?
By Jamie Johnson | February 15, 2022

The Iron Triangle has obvious shortcomings. Learn why the lean startup process is the best way to achieve fast, good, and cheap – all in one project.

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How to Create and Manage Employee Schedules
By Nicole Fallon | February 15, 2022

Managing your employees' schedules is an essential part of effective workforce planning.

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Employee Rights You're Violating Right Now
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 15, 2022

Are you violating your employees' rights? Find out which violations are the most common and what you need to know to avoid making them.

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Understanding Employee Monitoring Systems and Privacy Issues
By Aigerim Berzinya | February 15, 2022

Monitoring software can increase worker productivity, but you must implement it ethically.

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The Benefits of Employee Job Rotation
By Patrick Proctor | February 15, 2022

If your company can commit the time, resources, and discipline to it, a job rotation program can elevate your team and organizational continuity planning in every conceivable way.

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10 Ways to Stop Workplace Absenteeism
By Skye Schooley | February 15, 2022

Employee absenteeism is costly, and it can hurt company morale and productivity. However, many absences are preventable. Learn the underlying causes and how to prevent them.

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Dress for the Job You Want: Why Looking the Part Matters
By Skye Schooley | February 14, 2022

Like it or not, studies show that what a person wears is important to hiring managers and executives. Learn how an employee's clothing can impact their performance and others' perception of them.

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10 Steps to Creating a Strong Company Culture
By Skye Schooley | February 14, 2022

Workers thrive in cultures that encourage support, personal growth and open communication.

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How to Handle a Bad Hire
By Skye Schooley | February 14, 2022

If you made a bad hiring decision, follow this five-step approach to resolve the issue

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What to Know About Bereavement Leave
By Skye Schooley | February 14, 2022

Create a bereavement leave policy that follows best practices and meets legal requirements.

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What Is Flextime, and Why Should You Offer It?
By Skye Schooley | February 14, 2022

Learn how implementing a flextime policy can benefit your business.

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How to Implement a Compressed Work Schedule
By Nicole Fallon | February 14, 2022

A compressed work schedule can provide flexibility and a better work-life balance for your employees without costing them full-time income and benefits.