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Small Business Guide to Hiring a Social Media Manager
By Kiely Kuligowski | November 07, 2023

Are you considering hiring a social media manager for your business? Find out what to look for, where to find one and how much you should pay.

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How to Recruit New Employees
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

Effective recruiting strategies can improve your workforce and save you money. Learn what the recruitment process is and how to conduct it.

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Why Companies Are Choosing Freelancers Over Full-Time Employees
By Jennifer Dublino | November 06, 2023

More businesses are outsourcing project-based jobs to freelancers instead of hiring full-time staff. Learn the pros and cons of hiring freelancers.

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What Is a Criminal Background Check?
By Patrick Proctor | November 06, 2023

This guide introduces the concept of criminal background checks and why employers might use one when recruiting and hiring new employees.

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Who Are You Hiring? The Shocking Cost of Resume Fraud
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

Find out what resume fraud is, how it may impact your small business, and how to spot it.

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Hiring Smart: 10 Do’s and Don’ts for Hiring
By Evyatar Sagie | November 06, 2023

Finding the right employees is key to your business's success. Follow these tips to find workers who are a good fit for the organization and role.

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Screening Questions to Ask During a Phone Interview (+ Phone Interview Tips)
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

Learn how to conduct a phone screen interview and what phone interview questions to ask a candidate.

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Background Checks: Can You DIY?
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

Employers may run background checks on candidates. If you're wondering what a background check can reveal about you, run a personal background check.

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Owning Your Onboarding Process Is the Key to Success With New Hires
By Miranda Fraraccio | November 06, 2023

Make sure your new hires are onboarded successfully so they are set up for success in their new roles.

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What You Should Know About Noncompete Agreements
By Skye Schooley | November 06, 2023

Learn how a noncompete agreement works and how to include one in your company policies.

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How to Negotiate When Hiring Freelancers
By Bennett Conlin | November 06, 2023

If you need additional help but can’t afford to hire a full-time employee, working with a freelancer is a good option. Here’s how to negotiate fairly.

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10 HR Interview Questions for Employers
By Skye Schooley | November 03, 2023

Hiring a good HR manager for your business starts with asking the right questions. Check out a list of the best interview questions for HR.

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Everything You Need to Know About Hiring Foreign Nationals
By Skye Schooley | November 02, 2023

Learn what a foreign national is, how to hire foreign workers and why you should consider hiring them.

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Would You Hire Someone Who Didn’t Go to College?
By Jennifer Post | November 02, 2023

Is having a higher education essential to being a good employee? Not necessarily. Here is what hiring managers should consider.

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Why Hiring People With Disabilities Is Good for Business
By Jennifer Dublino | November 02, 2023

Hiring people with disabilities is good for business and the economy. Learn the upsides of hiring people with disabilities and fostering inclusivity.

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What Is Employment Verification?
By Patrick Proctor | November 02, 2023

Employment verifications play an important role in the hiring process. Here is how to conduct one.

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Avoiding the Panic Hire: How to Hire Swiftly and Effectively
By Skye Schooley | October 31, 2023

Learn more about how to avoid panic-hiring the wrong person and hire swiftly and effectively instead.

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How to Hire for Your Business
By Chad Brooks | October 30, 2023

Learn strategies and techniques for hiring employees as you build up a staff for your small business.

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Should You Hire Full-Time or Part-Time Employees?
By Mona Bushnell | October 30, 2023

If you're preparing to hire new employees, consider which roles require a full-time employee and which jobs might be best filled as part-time positions.

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Boo! The Scary Reality of Employee Ghosting
By Skye Schooley | October 06, 2023

Job seekers and employees are ghosting employers more than ever. Learn how to stop this trick from happening to you.

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Up in Smoke: Should Businesses Still Drug Test for Marijuana?
By Skye Schooley | October 06, 2023

Amid increased legalization, the debate on whether to still drug test employees for weed use is complicated. See the pros and cons here.

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All the Rage: Telltale Signs of an Angry Applicant
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

Learn more about what is driving employees to become angry job applicants.

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The Pros and Cons of Hiring a Bookkeeper
By Derek Gallimore | October 02, 2023

Hiring a financial professional like a bookkeeper can help you save money and time. But it's crucial to understand the downsides as well as the upsides.

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Why It’s Important New Hires Fit a Company’s Culture
By Andrew Martins | September 21, 2023

Business owners who want a cohesive workplace must ensure new hires fit the company culture. Learn why a cultural fit is vital and how to qualify people.

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Coworking: Increased Income, Improved Work Quality and Greater Collaboration are Biggest Benefits
By Chad Brooks | September 05, 2023

Find out why co-working spaces are increasingly popular and how such workplace arrangements can increase productivity.

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When to Hire a Full-Time Employee vs. Contractor
By Skye Schooley | August 29, 2023

Learn the pros and cons of hiring contractors vs. employees to determine which type of worker is the best for your business.

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Best Freelancer Websites for Finding Developers
By Mark Fairlie | August 18, 2023

Finding good help can be hard these days, especially in the development and engineering world. These sites can help you hire a freelance developer.

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The Hidden Ways Gender Bias Can Sabotage Recruitment
By Skye Schooley | August 10, 2023

Learn what gender bias looks like and how to avoid it in your hiring process.

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Comparing Candidates: Should You Hire Experienced Workers or Recent College Graduates?
By Skye Schooley | August 03, 2023

Why might hiring a recent college graduate be a better choice for your business than a seasoned professional? Here's a closer look at the options.