Category: Employees

10 Signs of a Healthy Small Business

Posted by Emily Suess | Mar 10, 2015 | Business Growth, Development, Employees, Goal Setting, Operations, Starting a Business, Wellness at Work |

Can you objectively determine how well your business is doing? These 10 factors will help you assess the health of your business.

7 Tips for Keeping Your Employees Happy

Posted by Sarah Landrum | Mar 6, 2015 | Employees, Operations, Productivity |

When people love where they work, they’ll be more likely to stay productive. Here are 7 ways to make your business more profitable while keeping workers happy.

7 Big Reasons You Should Work for a Small Business

Posted by Emily Suess | Mar 2, 2015 | Employees |

There are reasons why working for Googles and Amazons might not be the smartest choice for your career. Here is why you should work with small businesses.

Small Business Outsourcing 101: How to Find Firms That Deliver

Posted by Brad Shorr | Feb 24, 2015 | Business Growth, Employees |

Handling business functions internally is dangerous if a business lacks expertise, but outsourcing business functions to the wrong firm is even more dangerous.

4 Management Behaviors That Will Transform You Into “That Boss”

Posted by Bryan Orr | Feb 10, 2015 | Business Growth, Collaboration, Employees |

Have you become “That Boss?” You know, the one that no one likes. Here are 4 management behaviors to watch out for and avoid.

How to Promote an Employee

Posted by Emily Suess | Jan 26, 2015 | Employees |

Promoting small business employees can turn into a sticky situation that leads to hurt feelings and resentment. To minimize the fallout, be fair and consistent.

15 Places to Look for New Recruits

Posted by Emily Suess | Jan 19, 2015 | Employees |

If you’re having trouble recruiting for an open position within your small business, browse this list for ideas on where to find qualified candidates.

The Pros and Cons of Open-Office Plans [Infographic]

Posted by SurePayroll Blog | Dec 24, 2014 | Employees, Infographics, Productivity |

Open-office plans have become the norm in today’s workplace. This infographic outlines some of the responses of recent surveys regarding open-office plans.

Should You Outsource Payroll?

Posted by Emily Suess | Dec 8, 2014 | Employees, Financials |

If your employees work stable hours, your turnover rate is low, and you operate in a single state, then in-house payroll is likely the most suitable option.

9 Effective and Creative Ways to Enhance Small Company Culture

Posted by Ana Lopez | Nov 13, 2014 | Employees |

If you want to build a supportive company culture without spending a fortune, check out these easy tips to show your employees some much-needed appreciation.

5 Rules of Emotional Intelligence for Small Business Owners

Posted by Emily Suess | Oct 27, 2014 | Employees |

Part of being an emotionally intelligent boss is learning to anticipate emotional responses and use them to create a more productive workplace.

6 Tips for Conducting Skype Interviews

Posted by Emily Suess | Oct 20, 2014 | Employees |

Here’s how to get through a video conference interview successfully and attract top talent from virtually anywhere in the world.

How Your Company Can Create Leaders

Posted by Jeffrey Fermin | Oct 1, 2014 | Employees, Leadership |

If your company can create future leaders, it will have long lasting effects for your company.

How to Monitor Productivity without Alienating Your Staff

Posted by Mark Potter | Sep 3, 2014 | Employees, Productivity |

All business owners need to evaluate their staff’s productivity. These tips will help you to identify the problem and keep your staff motivated.

6 Quick Tips for Hiring a Subcontractor

Posted by Emily Suess | Sep 2, 2014 | Employees |

Subcontracting can keep your business operating smoothly during periods of high demand. Here is what you need to know before you hire a subcontractor.

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