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Andrea Poe
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ARTICLES BY Andrea Poe
Combating Negativity in the Workplace
A culture of negativity in the workplace leads to absenteeism, low morale, and lost productivity. Learn how to combat bad energy in your small business.
Boost Employee Loyalty with Extra Vacation Days
It may sound counterintuitive, but offering additional time off can be one of the most cost-effective ways to improve retention and motivate workers.
Benefits of Establishing an Employee Mentoring Program
Mentoring programs are an informal way small businesses can improve employee morale and retention while helping people develop valuable job skills.
Choose the Right Site for Effective Online Recruiting
Is your small business hiring? There is no shortage of job search sites and since most offer similar services, deciding which one to choose can be tricky.
Conducting Internet Background Checks on New Hires
The Internet makes background checks faster and easier, but it pays to be aware of the risks and legal landmines that accompany these online searches.
Teaching Employees to Delegate
Empowering key employees to delegate work is an essential skill, giving top performers the freedom to be more productive.
Travel Pay for Nonexempt Employees
To pay or not to pay? That's the question when it comes to business-related travel time for nonexempt (hourly) employees. We provide some answers.
Hiring a Human Resources Manager
Look for a natural fit, a person who can take the reins of this new, unchartered territory in your company and guide it to growth.
