Professionalism matters, especially in business. Organizations that present a good appearance, offer excellent services and products, have the experience to solve problems, and enjoy an impeccable reputation will inspire confidence in their clients... (Read More)

The psychological concept of self-determination theory has been widely studied and practiced in academics and science, but it also has several useful strategies to offer leaders in the workplace. In a nutshell, self-determination theory refers to... (Read More)

Any organization - be it a business, a non-profit, or even a household - runs on its personnel. The right person in the right job is often the difference between thriving and floundering. It's not always about an individual's training and... (Read More)

Employee productivity is a major concern for any manager, but it can be especially difficult to keep an eye on when some or all of your team works remotely. If you've experienced a drop in productivity among your telecommuting employees, then try... (Read More)

Nobody starts a business to push paper. Entrepreneurs and executives establish companies to build, create and service. They have vision. They see a void and seek to fill it. To them, it's not just a business, it's their passion. Theirs is a drive to... (Read More)

Dishonesty is a common human trait and everyone has lied at least a few times in their lives. In the workplace, however, dishonesty can create serious problems. If you're struggling with an employee who is dishonest with you and members of their... (Read More)

There was a time when the business owner or human resources manager would bring out the company checkbook each week and hand-write paychecks to be given out, usually on Friday. These might come with a slip of paper listing various deductions... (Read More)

Goal-setting isn't just for New Years' resolutions. Setting goals in the workplace is crucial to motivating employees to perform at their best in their positions. If you're not actively helping your employees set and track their goals at the moment... (Read More)

Businesses with 50 or more full-time employees are required to comply with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) by filing required documentation including forms 1095-C and 1094-C. This includes year-end payroll summary data for each full-time employee... (Read More)