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Small Business Week 2023: Ways You Can Make an Impact
National Small Business Week will run from Sunday, April through Saturday, May 6 this year. Here's how to celebrate — and connect with your customers and community.
How to Create a Work Environment That Encourages Career Advancement
Supporting and facilitating professional development allows team members to work at their maximum potential. Here are ways to support employee growth.
Tips for Conducting Effective Manager Performance Reviews
Input from employees who work directly under a manager can be insightful and can lead to better team cohesion and productivity.
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5 Best Countries for Outsourcing in 2023
The 5 best countries for outsourcing in 2023 include tried-and-true solutions and some new regions, each with its own pros and cons.
5 Common HR Compliance Mistakes for Startups and How to Avoid Them
Human resources compliance is a critical but often overlooked aspect of running a startup. Here are steps to take to avoid making compliance errors.
Study Unveils Workplace Email Blunders: Here’s What to Avoid
Here’s what more than 1,000 employees had to say about the best and worst email greetings, signoffs, and phrases — their answers may surprise you.
Is TikTok a Good Recruiting Tool for Business?
Could TikTok be a great way to recruit employees? Find out more and decide if it may be an effective tool for companies looking to hire new workers.
How to Find the Best Small Business Insurance
Help protect what you’ve invested in your organization by choosing the right small business insurance.
How Do Managers Influence Retention Rates?
Employee retention is key to an organization's success. Read on to uncover why managers are essential to retaining workers in the long term.
The 5 Most Important Leadership Traits Your Managers Need to Have in 2023
Excellent managers have an influential role in retaining employees and helping to keep them engaged and productive. Here are the top 5 leadership qualities they should exhibit.
Crafting a Successful Employee Spotlight Program
Increasing employee morale and productivity requires a solid retention strategy. Implement a worker spotlight program for a cost-effective solution.
What Is a Corporate Social Purpose and Social Responsibility?
We look at the differences between social purpose and social responsibility, why they’re important, and how your small business can get started.
What Leading with Vulnerability Means for You and Your Company
Leading with vulnerability is about getting comfortable with being uncomfortable.
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Essential Collaboration Tools and Apps for Remote Workers
Collaboration tools with features like project tracking, video conferencing, and screen sharing help companies connect with remote teams.
How to Boost Productivity and Stay Motivated by Taking Breaks While WFH
It may sound counterintuitive, but many studies have shown a link between taking breaks and increased productivity.
by
Sasha
Kanji
10 Workplace Lessons Learned from COVID-19
COVID-19 has changed everything about the workplace. Here’s how businesses can plan for the future with information they learn from this crisis.
Establishing Work-From-Home Parameters with Your Employees
Small businesses are receiving an influx of work-from-home requests due to COVID-19. As an SBO, accepting or denying requests should depend on a variety of factors.
by
Dan
Marzullo
Building an Employee Engagement Survey
Companies with engaged employees outperform their competitors. Discover sample questions and categories to help you build a customized employee engagement survey for your company.
Resources
Coronavirus Checklist
An editable .docx template preloaded with tools and tips...
HR6201
Meeting HR6201 Mandates...
Employee Retention Strategies
Staff retention strategies that work...
Tips to Conserve Cash
A list of grants and federal aid available during COVID-19...