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Joe Mull Joe Mull
Updated on April 15, 2024

Why We Must Kill the Myth of the Lazy Worker

A pernicious set of beliefs paints employees who refuse to accept abusive practices as lazy and entitled. For the good of everyone, we need to destroy this myth.

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Roza Szafranek Roza Szafranek
Updated on April 15, 2024

3 Biggest Challenges Founders Face and How To Solve Them

The founder’s role is complex — and so are their problems. Lead with confidence by understanding what causes these common startup issues.

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Dean Mathews Dean Mathews
Updated on April 15, 2024

How to Measure Employee Productivity the Right Way

Tracking employee productivity doesn’t have to feel like micromanagement. Here’s how to do it right.

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Young Entrepreneur Council Young Entrepreneur Council
Updated on April 15, 2024

12 Mistakes to Avoid When Communicating With Employees

Strong, clear communication is a must when it comes to manager-employee relationships, but certain behaviors can work against you.

Diane Swint Diane Swint
Updated on April 12, 2024

5 Tips for Launching a Successful Workplace Food Program

Here’s the recipe for a perk that can attract new employees and keep current ones happy.

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Kate Heinz Kate Heinz
Updated on April 12, 2024

24 Best Employee Engagement Tools

Check out 24 of the best platforms and software for tracking employee engagement.

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Ginger Dhaliwal Ginger Dhaliwal
Updated on April 10, 2024

What Is Employee Retention?

Employee retention refers to an organization’s ability to reduce employee turnover.

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Kate Heinz Kate Heinz
Updated on April 10, 2024

Why Is Employee Engagement Important?

Understand the business value of a highly engaged workforce.

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Dawn Kawamoto Dawn Kawamoto
Updated on April 09, 2024

How to Set Boundaries at Work

Setting healthy boundaries around communication and time at work can make it more manageable and set you up for long-term success.

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Andy Santos Andy Santos
Updated on April 09, 2024

What Is Employee Training?

Employee training is the process of providing employees with the skills and knowledge they need to perform their role effectively. Here’s why it matters.

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