Business owners dash from task to task and decision to decision. This often prompts long hours since you must still deal with time-intensive tasks like […]
About 10% of all workers in the U.S. are independent contractors. Small businesses and large corporations alike turn to contract workers to save costs on […]
As a small business owner, you might be thinking about hiring a freelancer verse an employee for certain tasks related to your business. Reports show that […]
Recruiters and human resource professionals are familiar with resumes flooding their inbox. The average corporation gets 250 resumes for a single job posting. With so […]
Your office space impacts your employees’ wellbeing, and your employees’ wellbeing impacts your office space. The better your workspace is, the more focused and motivated […]
You had another no-show today at work because of your confusing scheduling. Your old ways of doing the schedule just aren’t working out anymore. Luckily, […]
There are about 30.2 million small businesses in the United States. If you’re one of those millions of small businesses, you’ll have a lot of competition. […]
When a company has employees that are problems to work with, it can create a hostile work environment that drains productivity. Some general categories of […]
Research shows companies with a strong work culture are more likely to outperform competitors by 20 percent. It’s no secret that refining culture in the […]
Employees are the backbone of your business. You could have the best business idea, plans, and marketing, but if you don’t have good employees, don’t […]
We all deserve to go to work feeling confident and safe about our well-being. Unfortunately, even in the most well-equipped environments, accidents still happen. Workplace […]
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that nonfatal workplace injuries in the private industry were 2.8 million in 2017. Additionally, there were about 5,147 fatal […]
Soft skills are the characteristics that potential employers are looking for that aren’t always in the job listing. The job description may ask for a […]
Even the best employees lose motivation after a long time of repeating mundane tasks every day. This may lower the productivity of your team, which […]
They say in today’s capitalistic society, getting a job is easy. However, landing a job that fulfills some part of you and provides adequate pay is […]
It takes time, money, patience, and good recruitment skills to find the right employee. In monetary terms, hiring a new employee can cost your business […]
Your restaurant is packed and you’ve only got one waitress on duty. She’s growing frantic, you’ve got customers complaining about waiting too long for their […]
According to published research, the turnover of one employee can cost a company as much as $15,000. For organizations in the information industry, this figure […]
If you are an entrepreneur or small business owner, your time is probably consumed with running your business, supervising your contractors, and making sure that […]
No matter your business, it’s an extremely competitive place in today’s modern world. With so much opportunity at our fingertips, employers have no other choice but to prioritize […]
There are roughly 7.3 million job openings in the United States. If you’re a business owner that’s reading this article, chances are, your company is […]
Technology has made it easier than ever before to work from anywhere. In fact, recent surveys indicate that nearly three-quarters of all employees work remotely at […]
Around 80% of employees in today’s private industry workforce are receiving paid time off in addition to regularly scheduled days off. Although it’s not something that everybody […]
The average corporate job attracts 250 resumes and of those, about 2 percent get contacted for an interview. If you’re one of those 250 applicants, […]
The workplace can be a great environment to make friends. Alternatively, it can also be a sanctuary for awkward moments and failed attempts at small […]
Creating employee ID cards essentially creates safety in the workplace, but safety isn’t the only thing that employee ID cards have to offer you. From […]
Roughly 1% of the US labor force are temporary foreign workers. That equates to around 1.4 million people. Clearly, there’s a significant role to play for […]
When it comes to loyal, skilled employees, military veterans are without a doubt an excellent choice. If you run a business and you’re interested in […]
Are you wondering if a happier employee equals a more productive employee? Studies have shown that a happier workplace leads to more productive employees and […]
Do you know anyone with autism spectrum disorder? Have you ever considered hiring an autistic individual at your place of employment? Autism has reached an […]
Escape room team building exercises are on the rise across the US. A Japanese import that simulates situations of high danger and intrigue, these concepts […]
Have you ever tried to run your company without employees? Of course you haven’t. Without your workers, nothing would get done. Likewise, if you don’t […]
Did you know that unlawful retention of employees’ payment is punishable by law? Well, apart from the legal implications, running payroll functions in-house may be […]
The average employee stays at their current job around 3-5 years before looking for a new career opportunity. Employee turnover costs your company money. Depending on the […]
Did you know the unemployment rate among individuals with disabilities is almost twice compared to those who are non-disabled? But what’s encouraging for those with a disability who […]
Knowing names and being called by name activates something specific in your brain. It affects self-representation and humanizes the people around you. Simply knowing someone’s name […]
The competition among applicants vying for a single job can be incredibly tough. Not all companies are created equal, however. If you’re a strong candidate […]
Planning an epic corporate event? Good idea! Showing your employees and colleagues a good time with an out-of-office bash is a great way to network, build […]
10,000 baby boomers reach retirement age every day. As a business owner, this means replacing those retired employees. Running a successful small business comes down […]
Ask yourself, are your employees engaged enough? If you can’t answer “yes” to this question, you might have a problem with your business. Employee engagement […]
A staggering 465,000 people were held in jails without conviction in 2018. Whether they were awaiting sentencing or were simply unable to make bail, this […]
There are many things to consider when you run a small business. Your reputation, your staff morale, productivity, and turnover. But what you might not have […]
Do you have a group of hardworking employees at your company? How often do you show your appreciation? While you may think that you’re already doing […]
A lack of effective teamwork isn’t just an annoyance, it’s actually really bad for your business. It can cause extra mistakes, wasted time, and even […]
A recent survey showed that 80% of women had experienced sexual harassment. While much of that will have occurred in public places, a significant amount of […]
Over 83% of working Americans are stressed, and this stress results in $300 in lost productivity. This stress also causes work-related accidents, missed days of […]
Are you thinking about adding a wellness program to your workplace environment? Your first question is whether or not these programs work. There’s a good […]
Steady productivity coupled with a balanced workplace environment is every employer’s dream. But sometimes goals fall short. The dress code in particular. That’s why creating […]
Miscommunications in the workplace can be very costly. In fact, a survey reported in “The Cost of Poor Communications”, found that in companies of less […]
Should you drug test your employees? Isn’t it an invasion of their privacy? Here’s everything you need to know about workplace drug testing. Drug use […]
Struggling to figure out the right way to run payroll in your small business? Follow these four tips for success. Handling payroll processing effectively and […]
Are you thinking about offering life insurance to your employees? Read on to learn if offering this employee benefit is worth it. For most employees, […]
Hiring the right drivers is essential for your company. But most companies make these 5 little-known mistakes when hiring truck drivers. Here’s your guide. The […]