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Employee Performance Goals and Metrics: Performance Goals Examples
By Skye Schooley | November 10, 2023

Setting employee performance goals is an important job for managers. Learn how to set performance goals and why they're important, and view specific examples.

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Zenefits HRO Review
By Skye Schooley | November 08, 2023

Zenefits offers an easy-to-use payroll system that enables you to run payroll in four steps. Making manual adjustments, such as including bonuses, is easy when running payroll as well.

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Papaya Global Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | November 08, 2023

Papaya Global is an international PEO that allows businesses to onboard workers, administer benefits, and manage payroll across multiple countries.

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Creating an Employee Benefits Package
By Skye Schooley | November 07, 2023

Offering employee benefits is necessary in today's competitive job market. Discover which employee benefits your business should provide.

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How to Implement Continuous Performance Management
By Jennifer Dublino | November 07, 2023

Continuous performance management can boost morale and improve communication. Learn how to implement continuous performance management in your company.

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10 Ways Employee Monitoring Software Can Benefit Your Remote and In-Office Teams
By Skye Schooley | November 07, 2023

Learn whether employee monitoring software can benefit your business.

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Benefits of an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

An EAP provides many benefits to your employees. Learn about these programs and how to implement one in your business.

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7 Ways to Create a Happy and Motivated Workplace
By Julie Thompson | November 06, 2023

Employee satisfaction is crucial to a motivated workplace. Here are some great ways to create a happy and productive work environment.

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Employment and Anti-Discrimination Laws in the Workplace
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

Follow these workplace anti-discrimination laws to keep your organization safe and compliant.

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Workplace Accidents: How to Avoid Them and What to Do When They Happen
By Simon Brisk | November 06, 2023

Find out how to avoid workplace accidents and the best way to handle them if they do occur.

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How to Transition to Long-Term Work From Home
By Kiely Kuligowski | November 06, 2023

Working from home requires preparation and a new approach. Learn how to transition to remote work if you're working for a company or starting your own business.

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Tips to Motivate Your Employees
By Jennifer Post | November 06, 2023

Learn how to avoid employee turnover and burnout by inspiring your employees to make their goals while improving company culture.

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Beyond the Clock: The Benefits of Highly Motivated Employees
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

Learn the links between highly motivated employees and high employee engagement – and how both can benefit your business.

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The Process for Terminating Employee Benefits
By Miranda Fraraccio | November 06, 2023

When an employee exits your company, their benefits must be terminated accurately. Here's how to end your ex-employee's benefits.

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The Benefits Stay Interviews Can Bring Your Company
By Patrick Proctor | November 06, 2023

Learn how to conduct a stay interview, see sample questions and find out the benefits.

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Why Remote Work Makes Good Business Sense
By Julie Thompson | November 06, 2023

A flexible work schedule is valued by many employees. But it also benefits businesses, which save money on office space, utilities and more.

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12 Reasons Employees Quit (and How to Prevent It)
By Sean Peek | November 06, 2023

Are you having a hard time retaining employees? It could be due to one (or more) of these top reasons. Find out the solutions here.

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Oh No You Didn’t! 4 Tips for Preventing Employee Accounting Fraud
By Dachondra Cason | November 06, 2023

Employee accounting fraud is a possibility for any business. Learn how to prevent and mitigate employee fraud with these tips.

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How to Prevent Nepotism in the Workplace
By Patrick Proctor | November 06, 2023

Workplace nepotism is favoring family and friends over others for opportunities and projects. Learn how to create a leadership system to prevent nepotism.

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Ways to Prepare for a Gen Z Workplace
By Jennifer Dublino | November 06, 2023

Generation Z is flooding the workplace. Here is how you can prepare to meet the needs of this demographic and their unique perspective.

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Pets in the Workplace: Is It a Good or Bad Idea?
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

Some companies allow dogs, cats, birds and even reptiles in the office, but not all businesses can. Weigh the pros and cons of a pet-friendly office.

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Why You Should Pay Your Employees to Stop Working for You
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

Learn what voluntary severance is and when you should offer it.

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What Is Considered Wrongful Termination?
By Skye Schooley | November 03, 2023

Wrongfully terminating an employee can have significant implications. Learn how to avoid illegally firing an employee.

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Human Resources Management Glossary: Key Terms HR Pros Should Know
By Skye Schooley | November 03, 2023

Use our glossary to find out the definitions of words commonly used in the world of HR and see the buzzwords entering the human resources lexicon.

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How Companies Can Change Their Culture to Attract (and Retain) Millennials
By Sean Peek | November 02, 2023

Do you want more millennials to join and remain loyal to your company? Here's how to recruit and keep this age group.

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Hiring Process Timeline Best Practices
By Alison Grillo | November 02, 2023

How long should your hiring process take? Find out how long each step of your recruiting process should be and learn tips for speeding it up.

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Is It Time to Fire Your Managers?
By Skye Schooley | November 02, 2023

Some businesses benefit from cutting managerial positions. Learn what a flat organizational structure is to see if it's right for your company.

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Employee Retention: What Does Your Turnover Rate Tell You?
By Joshua Stowers | November 02, 2023

Employee turnover is the voluntary or involuntary loss of an employee who leaves an open position that your business will need to fill. Learn how to track it.

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The Benefits of Employee Job Rotations
By Patrick Proctor | November 02, 2023

When done correctly, job rotation programs can add a lot of benefits to your business. Here is how to implement one.

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Employee Expense Reimbursement
By David Gargaro | November 02, 2023

Learn how to implement an employee expense reimbursement plan that clearly communicates protocols, navigates tax rules and keeps costs in check.