Employees

M&A deals are on the rise. How should entrepreneurs and business leaders prepare their workforce when going through a merger?

Keeping employees up to date with digital practices is key for remote efficiency. Here's how to develop a sound remote training program that allows you to leverage the potential of your workforce.

Despite a slowdown in business due to the pandemic, small businesses are stepping up, making sure employees have health insurance.

It doesn't matter how close your staff is, a grievance will crop up. To prepare for when it does, here are some do's and don'ts to keep in mind.

Learn what to say (and not to say) when firing a long-term employee.

Learn what fringe benefits your business can offer to attract and retain top talent.

It can be hard to know which skills you should be looking for. Here are the employee skills business owners say are the most valuable.

Learn about the HR services you can outsource to a PEO.

If you're considering setting up health savings accounts for your employees, now is the time to learn more about them.

Learn how you can work with family members without hurting your relationships or your business.

Find out how to choose the right PEO software for your small business.

HR professionals offer their advice on how to manage employee absences during COVID-19 and beyond.

Is a PEO the right HR solution for your business? Learn about the pros and cons of PEOs.

Is your small business legally required to provide health insurance benefits? Here's what you need to know about offering health benefits to your employees.

If your business pays independent contractors or vendors for freelance work, rent, or other items, you'll need to fill out IRS Form 1099.

Learn how to communicate employee layoffs, and access this employee layoff template to get started.

Learn how to conduct constructive exit interviews that give you frank insights into what employees think about your business and their reasons for leaving.

Create relevant job titles for roles in your business, attract and retain top talent, and foster a positive company culture.

The Employer's Guide to the ADA

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

Learn about the agencies and laws that the Department of Labor (DOL) enforces and how it impacts your business.

Monitoring software can increase worker productivity, but you must implement it ethically.

Investing in a happy culture reaps benefits beyond giving team members a better work-life balance and a sense of purpose. It also boosts productivity and a company's bottom line.

The type of PTO policy you choose has a strong effect on your company culture.

How do you know when it's time to lay off employees? Find out how to conduct a mass layoff and when to do it.

While common, remote workforces present a unique challenge. But how do you know if your remote staff is actually working and not wasting time?

Burnout is a serious result of prolonged, severe stress. Here's how to spot and avoid it.

Learn what information to include in your employee handbook – and what phrases to avoid.

Learn what employee benefits your company should offer and how providing benefits to your workers can advance your business.

Knowing how your employees should be classified is important for tax purposes. Here's how to determine which form you should file.