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Does Your Small Business Need an HR Department?
Once you grow to a certain size, it makes sense to outsource parts of your human resources or to hire a full-time HR generalist to help manage this business function.
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A Guide to Creating an Employee Handbook (With Templates)
Learn how to build an employee handbook that protects your business, clarifies expectations, and helps your team succeed.
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8 Job Posting Sites for Small Businesses
Try advertising on these eight job platforms to find qualified candidates near you.
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Best Incentives to Get Employees Back to the Office
If you’re struggling to convince your employees to return to the office, here are some incentives you can offer.
How to Balance Employee Management With Employee Freedom
Managers who treat employees with respect while providing them with freedom in the workplace tend to have more successful teams.
What to Do When an Employee Leaves
Have this checklist handy for the next time you have an employee leave your company.
What to Consider When Drug Testing Employees
Drug testing helps determine whether employees abuse illegal substances or prescription medications. Here are five things to consider before drug testing employees.
How to Hire When Your Company Is in Growth Mode
Entrepreneurs should consider these factors when hiring new employees for a growing team.
Pros and Cons of Offering Unlimited PTO vs. Earned PTO
Here are the pros and cons of unlimited PTO versus earned PTO to consider for your business and its employees.
How to Develop Human Resources Policies for a Startup
Before you make your first hire, consider how you want to structure and enforce your startup HR policies.
How to Record and Track PTO
From flexible accrual banks to a “use it or lose it” policy, accounting needs to record the use of paid time off. Here’s how small businesses can track employee PTO.
How to Boost Your Employees' Creativity
In a knowledge economy, workers’ creativity can drive your company’s success. Two experts offer their approaches for fostering creativity and innovation.
Is Your Business Recession Ready?
Track these five key performance indicators to determine if your company is prepared for the next economic downturn.