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Hiring the right employees and managing them well are essential to your business. Here's how to do it.
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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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Employee Handbook Templates for Your Small Business
Learn the benefits of having an employee handbook, what information you should include for employees, and find easy-to-use templates.
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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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How to Recruit Employees Using Social Media
If you’re looking to use social media to recruit employees for your business, follow these five tips for success.
Companies Offering Flexible & Remote Schedules to Employees
As workplaces adopt new technology and innovative management philosophies, some companies are ditching old-school, nine-to-five office requirements.
Employee Benefits Guide for Small Business
Companies today offer a variety of benefits, including some no-cost and innovative options, making this a great time to consider what you can offer to attract and keep skilled talent.
How to Fire an Employee
Terminating an employee is difficult no matter what the circumstances, but it's important to follow the proper legal steps.
What to Do After You Fire an Employee
Firing an employee doesn’t end when the worker packs up their belongings and heads home. Here’s how to ensure a smooth transition for the entire office.
Onboarding New Employees: A Quick Guide
After hiring a new team member, your next goal should be to set that person up for success — and that means implementing an onboarding process.
Background Checks & Drug Testing: A Step-by-Step Guide
Background checks and drug screening are two popular methods businesses use during the hiring process, but there are certain restrictions on what you can and can’t do.
Hiring Tips for a Candidate-Driven Job Market
There are far more job openings than job seekers right now. Here’s how businesses can hire successfully in a candidate-driven market.
Is It Legal to Drug Test My Employees?
Drug testing is a common part of an employee screening process. Here are some rules and regulations on workplace drug testing.
How to Achieve a Positive Company Culture
Your company’s culture can directly impact your employees’ performance and confidence in their work. Here’s how to create a positive culture for your employees.