The step that will add 5% to your bottom line in 2012
February 1, 2012 by Jennifer Azara
What if your company could add 5% to its bottom line this year? Don’t look to Sales or Marketing for this one — turn an eye to Finance. More…
February 1, 2012 by Jennifer Azara
Got a ‘bad apple’? The problem could be worse than you think
January 18, 2012 by Jim Giuliano
Every company has a slacker, and it’s no big deal, right? It’s a very big deal, according to one study.
Stopping a union election just got more difficult
January 11, 2012 by Jim Giuliano
Starting April 30, employers will have fewer options when it comes to stopping an election to unionize employees.
Will heathcare act survive? The answer’s around the corner
January 4, 2012 by Jim Giuliano
In just a few months, we should know whether the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act will become law or become extinct.
What employees want — and worry about — in 2012
December 21, 2011 by Jim Giuliano
Half the battle in winning over workers is knowing what they value and what scares them. One study addresses both. More…
Report claims health reform will ‘moderate’ costs
December 14, 2011 by Jim Giuliano
A seven-year study of healthcare expenses shows where costs have been headed and claims to show what effect the Affordable Care Act will have on costs. More…
Does being a jerk make you a better boss?
December 7, 2011 by Jim Giuliano
After the death of Steve Jobs, stories leaked out — mainly in a biography — about his genius and his cruelty. Does one go with the other? More…
Where the candidates really stand on business taxes
November 30, 2011 by Jennifer Azara
Whether you’ve been watching every debate or are waiting until the field narrows, the 2012 presidential election push has gotten underway. So what will the impact be on your business? More…
5 presentation lessons from the master — Steve Jobs
November 23, 2011 by Bob Hill
The late Apple co-founder will be remembered for a number of things, including his ability to attract and captivate audiences and the media. An analysis shows he used the same formula — one that anyone else can employ. More…
Are these 3 people ruining your business?
November 16, 2011 by Jim Giuliano
Given the chance, these three types of people will destroy your company. Most times, the only choice is to fire them. More…
Gov’t program backfires on business
November 9, 2011 by Jim Giuliano
This is the story of an employer that tried to follow the rules, and got run over. More…
Leadership: Have you made these 3 miscues?
November 2, 2011 by Jim Giuliano
Ironically, a manager’s faults can grow out of a good worth ethic and a desire to lead. More…
Need to fire someone? Here’s how to make it worse
October 26, 2011 by Jim Giuliano
Five statements can make a bad situation even worse. More…
Fraud: 3 mistakes that could make you a target
October 19, 2011 by Jennifer Azara
To start off, the biggest mistake is to think you won’t be a target. More…
How to know when HR is killing your business
October 12, 2011 by Jim Giuliano
If these behaviors ring a bell, you likely have a problem. More…
Benchmarking your healthcare costs in 2012
October 5, 2011 by Jim Giuliano
Here’s a chance to compare your health costs against those of employers who took part in two nationwide surveys, and to see how some employers are saving money. More…
IRS issues opinions on workplace benefits
September 28, 2011 by Jennifer Azara
The IRS recently sat down with the American Bar Association and employers to confirm how the Taxman would rule in several common benefits scenarios. See if what IRS says matches what you do. More…
What business owners want to hear from Obama
September 21, 2011 by Jim Giuliano
OK, we know all about what President Obama proposes to help American businesses. Now, CNN Money asks 10 small-business owners what the president could do immediately to boost the economy in general and their companies in particular. Here’s what they said. More…
