Human Resources
6 Ideal Team Members for Any Entrepreneurial Venture
In my years of advising startups and occasional investing, I’ve seen many great ideas start and fail, but the right team always seems to make good things happen, even without the ultimate idea. That’s why…
5 Top Ways to Use Social Media for Recruitment
We use social media for everything from sharing what we have eaten for dinner to organising special events, but did you know that many companies also use it during the recruitment process? Here are some…
Are Independent Contractors the Answer to Your Staffing Needs?
I get a lot of questions from my community about using independent contractors and/or freelancers instead of going through the hassle and expense of actually hiring employees. It’s tempting to categorize workers as independent contractors (ICs)…
What’s More Important: Experience or Experiences?
The other day I was speaking to a large group of sales people. Many were very new to sales; they had been selling for only a few years. During the conversation, one person asked how…
5 Ways to Detect a New Hire’s Lies Before You Make an Offer
Finding good people to work for you becomes exceedingly problematic when a candidate lies about qualifications, skills, or their personality types, leading to a bad hire. So, how do we know when a candidate is…
Policies Drive Away Your Best Folks!
Man consists of two parts, his mind and his body, only the body has more fun. ~Woody Allen Policies are necessary for so many reasons, especially in the HR area where lawsuits are running rampant….
New Rules Issued for Employers with Independent Contractors
A small business—or a company of any size—may take on workers as traditional W-2 employees or as 1099 independent contractors. However, the federal government has issued some new rules on the classification process of workers…
Should You Classify Freelancers as Independent Contractors?
As a business owner, you have to make a lot of specific decisions about how your company operates. From where you purchase your inventory to how you stay in contact with your customers, you have…
What Startups Need to Know Before Hiring More Employees
Growing a startup company is exciting, but it can also be challenging. The most challenging aspect of growing a startup is expanding your workforce. Hiring new people is a process that must be done with…
Bleisure: The Growing Trend in Business Travel
Bleisure, or business travel combined with some leisure travel, is a growing trend for businesses. Business travel makes up 30 percent of annual travel. Bleisure is where employees add two or three days of leisure…
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