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Why Stop at Relocation?
By David Reid | April 04, 2017

Offering de-location benefits is the next step

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Creating Mindfulness for You and Your Company
By Lynette Reed | March 28, 2017

Mindfulness creates a workplace environment that changes the way you do business

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Top 10 Most Effective HR Solutions for 2017
By George Beall | March 17, 2017

HR can present a daunting amount of work for businesses of any size

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Entrepreneurs Name the 12 Best Intranet Platforms
By Scott Gerber | February 07, 2017

These YEC members share their picks for the best intranet platforms.

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3 Essential Elements You Need When Empowering Your Staff
By Cameron Martel | January 27, 2017

Everyone benefits when a company’s culture empowers its people.

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How Open Office Plans Affect Workplace Productivity
By Dan Scalco | January 15, 2017

Learn the pros and cons of working in an open office

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Tips To Create An Ethical Business Culture
By Justin O. Walker | January 10, 2017

Forty-one percent of U.S. workers reported unethical or illegal misconduct while at work

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Understanding the Growing Importance of Work-Life Integration
By Stuart Hearn | January 02, 2017

Why work-life balance is no longer good enough for business

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EEOC Recommendations For Individualized Assessments
By Brett McIntyre | December 17, 2016

An employer should consider whether the criminal record has a relevance to the job at hand

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The 5 Most Important Qualities You Must Have in Your CTO
By Alexey Chalimov | December 11, 2016

The long road to the success of your startup begins with building the right team

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The Digital Shift: Embracing New Technology and Engaging Your Employees
By Ted Novak | December 07, 2016

New technology can help you foster a culture that can retain and grow a talented team.

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Are You an Introvert? You Can Still Be a Great Leader
By Michael Henman | November 15, 2016

5 Tips for Introverts

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7 Things You Should Know About Competition in the Workplace
By Gal Rimon | November 10, 2016

When Does Friendly Competition Drive Employee Motivation and When Does it Kill It?

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12 Ways to Use Slack to Be More Productive
By Scott Gerber | October 28, 2016

Slack helps teams of all sizes communicate effectively. Learn how you can use the app.

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9 Reasons Why Encouraging Fitness in the Office is Beneficial
By Charles Crawford | October 03, 2016

Fitness is an important part of life, which can positively affect your career success

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International Business Law 101: 5 International Business and Trade Law “Gotchas”
By John Morabito | September 23, 2016

Doing business internationally? Here are five things international business lawyers want you to know before doing business abroad.

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Covering Your Bases: Key Legal Considerations for Startups
By Fred Cohen | September 20, 2016

Launching a new business can be both fun and exciting, but be sure to consider these legal issues that are often overlooked.

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Why HR's Organizational Structure Matters
By business.com editorial staff | September 06, 2016

As the Human Resources function evolves to become a stronger, more strategic partner to the business, new priorities continue to shape what we do and how we do it. Does your structure enable...

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The 7 HR Mistakes That’ll Cost You Big
By Sarah Landrum | August 22, 2016

Everyone makes mistakes that are potentially costly, but in human resources, it’s especially important to error-proof your actions.

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Keeping People Upright: Protecting Your Business from Premises Liability Lawsuits
By Fred Cohen | July 28, 2016

Neglecting upkeep on your premises can be a major risk to your company's bottom line.

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Watch Your Back: How to Fire Someone Without Getting Sued
By Suzanne Lucas | May 09, 2016

You know that the firing was legal, but that doesn't mean a lawyer won't take up the case, and you could end up in court. Reduce your odds.

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Operating Without Insurance? 7 Types of Business Insurance You Need to Know About Right Now
By Genia Stevens | April 27, 2016

Business insurance is important because there are many threats and risks that can harm your operation. Here are 7 you need to know now.

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What Happens When You Hire an Employment Lawyer?
By Suzanne Lucas | April 27, 2016

Employment law is complex. It changes all the time. Lots of laws are state specific. You need an employment lawyer. Here's what to know.

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Do Nice Businesses Finish First? The Perils of a Toxic Culture
By Robert Glazer | April 13, 2016

Even a company with a good product in a high-growth industry cannot achieve success if leadership creates a toxic company culture.

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Follow the Leader: 7 Employee Motivation and Retention Strategies Used by Tech Giants
By Michael Rogers | April 07, 2016

The goal of every motivation and retention strategy is to keep the valuable employees of a company from leaving for the competition.

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Divorce Is a Business Threat: Protecting Your Company With a Prenup
By Erik Episcopo | April 01, 2016

Discussing whether your business should be separate or marital property with your partner may not be romantic, but is absolutely necessary.

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Workplace Accidents: How to Avoid Them and What to Do When They Happen
By Simon Brisk | March 24, 2016

The truth about workplace accidents, how to avoid them, and what to do if they happen.

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Time Is Money: The 10 Best Time Tracking Tools for Freelancers
By James Richman | March 16, 2016

The traditional model of employment, including the good, old-fashioned nine-to-five office job, are coming under fire.