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Recent Benefits/HR Articles

An Obamacare Glossary: Everything You Need to Know

Brush up on the lexicon of one of the nation's most talked about topics.  Read more

How to Flunk a Job Interview

These common mistakes will ruin your chances of getting just about any job.  Read more

Want Happier Employees? Feed Them

Sometimes making your employees happy can be as simple as arranging for bagels in the morning or sandwiches at lunch.  Read more

The 5 Hardest Jobs to Fill in 2013

Fast-growing start-ups are waging a war for top talent. But among even the most difficult positions to slot, a few emerge as the most challenging of all.  Read more

4 Reasons Yahoo's Telecommuting Ban Won't Last

Telecommuting, handled properly, creates more effective, harder-working, employees. Eventually, Marissa Mayer will figure that out.  Read more

4 Steps to Actually Feeling Happier

There are a lot of myths surrounding the state of mind known as "happiness." Here's how you can break them down and start on your own path.  Read more

Brian Halligan: 5 Ways to Build Trust Fast

Today faith only goes so far. Earning trust is the sure path to success. Brian Halligan, CEO Of HubSpot, shares five tips for building trust fast.  Read more

College Degree Required. But Why?

A bachelor's degree is now required for jobs that used to be held by high school grads. Could this actually hurt your business?  Read more

3 Out of 4 Hires Fail: How to Beat the Odds

Bad hires suck up time, energy, and money. How to avoid them.  Read more

8 Tips for Hiring and Managing Interns

Sure, it's nice to help a college kid, but interns can also help your business. Think about it.  Read more

Do Any of Your Employees Have a Life-Threatening Allergy?

No idea? Never thought to ask? You can prepare for and avoid a serious health catastrophe. Here's how.  Read more

Get Back More Free Time: 3 Tips

Overly busy? Struggling with delegation? Get back more free time with these three helpful tips.  Read more

10 Best Reasons to Be an Entrepreneur

When the work is hard and the hours are long, these are the reasons founders keep doing what they do.  Read more

Should I Make a Counter Offer?

When good workers quit, counter offers are tempting. Why it's time to let go and move on.  Read more

Want Higher Productivity? Stop Treating Employees Like Children

Monitoring every minute of your employees' day may make you feel better, but it keeps them from doing their best work.  Read more

The Scarcest Thing in Business (And How to Deliver it to Your Customers) 

The wine and social media entrepreneur on what customers value most and businesses and entrepreneurs don't do enough of  Watch video

8 Tips to Prevent a Social-Media Meltdown

You can ignore social media, but that won't make it go away. Here's how to manage when it goes off the rails.  Read more

The One Interview Question You Should Ask

This question is guaranteed to reveal the most organized, analytical, and efficient candidates.  Read more

5 Ways to Generate Office Happiness

Is your office feeling blah? Learn five ways to perk it up that may surprise you.  Read more

5 Traits of a Superstar Employee

There is nothing more exciting than working for a start-up. But it takes a special kind of person to thrive at one.  Read more

I Fired Someone, But He Won't Go Away

When an ex-employee keeps contacting your staff, should you confront him or just let it go?  Read more

The Challenges of Hiring Recent Veterans

Entrepreneurs are happy to hire recent veterans, so why is it so hard?  Read more

Your Employees Are Stealing (And They Don't Even Feel Guilty)

Your data is following your employees out the door. How to stem the tide.  Read more

3 Ways Lateness Could Blow Up Your Business

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer has a reputation for being late. You really don't want to be like her.  Read more

4 Characteristics of the Ultimate Start-up Hire

When you launch a company, each additional employee makes an enormous difference. Here's exactly what you need to look for.  Read more

Why You Should Work With Someone You Hate

Forget your best friend. Working with someone who drives you crazy is more likely to help you achieve your dreams.  Read more

Give New Hires an Awesome First Impression: 3 Tips

Think outside the HR handbook and give your new employees an unforgettable first day. Here are three ideas to get you started.  Read more

2 Interview Questions I Can't Stand

These two questions should be banned from job interviews. Yet they're perennial favorites.  Read more

The Hiring Move You Can't Afford to Make

The candidate seems ideal in almost every way... except one. But that one factor is too toxic to ignore.  Read more

Think Employment Law Doesn't Apply to You? Think Again

Even small businesses may find themselves subject to employment laws designed to cover big firms. So know the law.  Read more

How to Really Praise Employees

Don't just say, 'Nice work!' Psychologist Carole Dweck emphasizes the need to compliment the specific effort employees put in.  Read more

Top Reasons Employees Complain About Their Jobs

Infographic: Employees may not be jumping ship, but a big chunk of the workforce is disgruntled. Take a look at why--and what you can do about it.  Read more

Super Bowl Monday: How to Deal with Hungover Employees

Sunday's Super Bowl parties often lead to a groggy workforce on Monday. Here's how to make the most of those employees who had too much fun watching the big ...  Read more

3 Financial Metrics You Can't Miss

If you're managing a growing business, a few numbers and financial processes matter more than any others.  Read more

How to Banish Office Politics

No company is immune from infighting and gossip. How to keep politics from damaging relationships and impacting your bottom line.  Read more