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9 ways to reduce labor costs
As your small business grows, it’s important to keep a close eye on labor costs. On the one hand, you want enough staff available to make...
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12 types of work schedules: which is best for your small businesses?
As small businesses adapt and evolve to the shifting conditions of the world around them, so too do staff work schedules. These days, types of...
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Idle time: why it’s costing you and how to fix it
In an ideal world, your employees would be 100% productive all the time. But this isn’t the reality. Whether intentional or for reasons outside...
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The best retail schedule approach for your business
Having a well-planned retail schedule is one of the biggest challenges of any retail business. It’s no easy feat to find just the right balance...
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What are payroll records and how do they help you?
Paying your employees is priority one as a business owner, but attention to payroll shouldn’t stop once payment has gone through. Keeping track...
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How a construction time clock can improve your business
Construction businesses have a unique set of challenges. And tracking their employees’ time? Well, that’s a big one. When you run a...
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5 best performance management systems for small business
As a small business owner, you have a fair share of issues to manage. One of the biggest hurdles is making sure your team members perform at...
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Top 6 employee training tracking software apps in 2023
In our fast-paced world, making sure your employees are up-to-date with the latest professional skills is key. This is where this employee...
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Time card conversion: how to convert time to decimal
Do you find yourself spending endless hours manually calculating employee work hours and pay, only to end up with confusing and potentially...
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Workforce forecasting: what it is and how to predict future needs
Do you find yourself constantly juggling staffing levels, grappling with labor costs , and struggling to optimize your workforce’s...
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Best Homebase alternatives (to help you choose the right solution for your business)
Nowadays, it’s easier than ever for small businesses like stores or rental companies to manage their teams. Managers no longer have to rely on...
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Common time clock issues at work you want to avoid
It’s always nice to know we’re not alone in our struggles. When it comes to time clock issues at work, we can tell you right now that you’re not...
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Temperatures Rise as Wages Fall
In May, economic uncertainty persisted in the face of debt ceiling debate, and another interest rate hike by the Fed. Although, this didn’t...
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11 traits of an effective manager—and how to become one
Are you an effective manager? Want to be? We don’t blame you. Effective managers are organized, communicative, supportive, and always...
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Employee moonlighting: Tips for managing employees with multiple jobs
Employee moonlighting sounds as if it involves jumping into a phone booth and putting on a cape to save the day. Unfortunately, the reality isn’t...
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Your small business pop-up shop: the ultimate staffing guide
A small business pop-up shop is an exciting way to grow your business. But how do you get started? How do you hire? Do the risks outweigh the...
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6 best remote employee time clock apps for 2023
In the age of remote work and flexible schedules, keeping track of employee work hours can be challenging. Luckily, time tracking apps have...
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From retail pop-up to permanent location: How to transition with success
So, you’ve had a successful run with a retail pop-up shop and you think it might be time to open a permanent retail location. While brick and...
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Top 6 ADP alternatives & competitors (in-depth comparison)
Chances are, you started your business because of a passion for your trade — not a passion for paperwork. That’s why you’re looking for HR...
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Clocking in and out: how to make it easy on your employees
If you’ve got hourly employees, you’re going to need a system for clocking in and out that’s easy and feels like second nature to your employees....
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Time tracking solutions for effective landscaping crew management
When it comes to landscaping crew management, effective time tracking plays a crucial role in ensuring a smooth operation. While crucial, this...
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20 best seasonal business ideas (and what you need to get started)
If you experience a professional lull at certain times of the year, you might want to seize the opportunity, get involved in a seasonal business,...
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12 tips to boost employee morale in retail during the holidays
Holiday season isn’t always rosy for everyone. For some, the holidays are difficult for a number of personal reasons, while others find work the...
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The 4/10 work schedule: why every business should be thinking about it
The best employers understand that they need to change with the times. 4 day workweeks are all the rage right now—and for good reason. When you...
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How to set SMART goals for your small business
Whether it’s going to the gym more often or finally tackling that small business to-do you’ve been avoiding, we all have goals. But...