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Mom-in-Chief a Six-Figure Job

New survey suggests that a mother's responsibilities and skills can transfer into high paying jobs.  Read more

Workers Wasting Less Time

A survey finds employees have cut down on surfing the Web and chatting on the phone at work.  Read more

Small-Business CEOs Earning Less

A new survey finds top-level salaries at large corporations eclipse those at smaller firms.  Read more

Small Firms Offer Work-Life Balance

Jan. 30, 2007 -- The main benefit of working at a small business is a good work-life balance, according to a recent employee survey by Sa...  Read more

Inc. 500 Payroll-Data Firm Soars on IPO

Feb. 16, 2007 -- Salary.com, a Waltham, Mass.-based company payroll-data firm, raised nearly $60 million selling 5.7 million shares in it...  Read more

Small Businesses Providing Less Health Coverage

August 23, 2005 --Healthcare costs among companies with one to 200 workers have risen an average of 11.1% and now comprise 14.6% of employ...  Read more

Higher Pay Luring Away Workers

Talks of a recession haven't stopped most employees from looking for a better job, a survey finds.  Read more

Wasting Time at Work Costs Companies Billions

July 22, 2005 --The average U.S. employee spends a surprising 2.09 hours each day wasting time at work, not including lunch hour, accordin...  Read more

Price Tag for Lost Productivity: $544 Billion

Employees waste almost two hours a day, according to a new workplace survey.  Read more

Worker Rights and Incentives

Mixing cocktails and pregnant employees; cost-effective perks.  Read more

Sensible Compensation

Compensation is a hot-button issue for employees, but it's an even bigger deal for small-business owners these days. With shrinking profits in this tight ...  Read more

What's In a Job Title?

Doling out flashy titles may seem like a cheap way to attract and retain top recruits. But it's also risky.  Read more

Survey: Office Managers Worth 10 Employees

April 24, 2007 -- From testing phone lines to picking up the boss's dog, most office managers are doing the work of 10 regular employees,...  Read more

A Cure for Office Madness

The NCAA Tournament could cost the U.S. economy as much as $3.8 billion, according to some estimates. But not for companies that know how to use March Madnes...  Read more

Average Employee Wastes Two Hours of Every Workday

Twentysomethings slack off more than older workers, according to a new survey.  Read more

Payday

Four sites to turn to when you want to benchmark your salary structure.  Read more

Payday

Four sites to turn to when you want to benchmark your salary structure.  Read more

What's Next: Stupid Productivity Tricks

Worried that employees are wasting time on the Web? Here's why you shouldn't crack down.  Read more

How to Hire an Executive Assistant

If scheduling and clerical work is slipping between the cracks, it might be time for an assistant. Here's your guide to a smooth hiring process.  Read more

Employers Seek Alternatives for Benefits

Sept. 1, 2005 --The high cost of health insurance is the number one concern among small business owners, according to a study released in ...  Read more

Putting an End to End-of-Year Reviews

Performance assessment can be more than 30 minutes of uncomfortable conversation followed by a raise.  Read more

How to Manage an Independent Contractor

Due to the independent nature of contract work, it can be a tricky thing to manage, even for experienced CEOs. Here's a look at the best practices for when t...  Read more

Will March Madness Lead to Recession?

Probably not. But according to some estimates, the NCAA basketball tournament could cost the U.S. economy almost $2 billion in lost productivity. Why it's ea...  Read more

Why I Never Let Employees Negotiate a Raise

At Fog Creek Software, every worker at the same level is paid the same salary. And when one gets a raise, they all do  Read more

The New Rules of Hiring

If you're adding staff for the first time in years, there are a few hiring practices you should get hip to – and it's not just behavioral interviewing anym...  Read more

How to Hire an HR Director

Growing companies add employees at a rapid clip. They also tend to handle human resources in an ad hoc function for too long. Here's a look at the best pract...  Read more

How to Improve Your Hiring Practices

Think you know what works when hiring a new employee? Experts say: think again. Most managers skimp on time and energy needed to find the best candidates for...  Read more

How to Determine Your Own Salary

Paying yourself a massive salary may be tempting, but it's probably not the best thing for your business. Here's what to consider when setting your own pay.  Read more

The End of Rush Hour?

Amid a tight labor market, smaller companies are hoping to retain key employees by letting them work from home and offering other commuting incentives.  Read more

How to Hire a CTO

When it's time to add a technologist to your slate of executives, what are the best practices to follow?  Read more

How to Hire a COO

Looking for someone to ensure business operations are efficient and effective? Experts explain how to structure your search.  Read more

How to Hire a CIO

When you need to put your IT house in order, is a chief information officer the right hire?  Read more

How to Hire a Web Developer

Have you reached the point that you need a professional working on staff to build and maintain your web presence? Here's your guide to the best practices for...  Read more

How to Hire a Sales Manager

Adding a sales manager is a pivotal moment in the life of a growing company. It's also expensive. Here is a step-by-step guide for incorporating the best hir...  Read more

How to Hire a Marketing Director

Looking for a manager to develop and execute effective marketing solutions to cultivate growth? Here are some tips for incorporating the best hiring practice...  Read more

How to Hire an Office Manager

Looking for someone to keep your office in order, do clerical tasks and fill-in elsewhere? Here's your guide to the best practices for hiring an office manager.  Read more

Are You Paying Yourself Enough?

You're getting by on a paltry salary because that's what's best for your company. Or is it? An owner's low pay can send the wrong message -- to investors and...  Read more