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Survey Says: What Is the Most Annoying Office Behavior?

6/28/11 at 1:00 PM

In a new survey, bosses open up about what employee habits drive them crazy. Continue Reading

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Hiring Your First Employee: 5 Things You Need to Know

6/09/11 at 6:00 PM

A successful startup eventually needs more people to keep growing. How to hire your first employee. Continue Reading

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Is There a Right Way to Fire Someone?

6/08/11 at 3:00 PM

Sooner or later, every entrepreneur has to let employees go. But the tough task can also serve as a learning experience. Our Board of Directors weighs in. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: What Are the Biggest Workplace Concerns?

5/23/11 at 6:30 PM

Money troubles, performance reviews and physical appearance rank high on employees' lists, according to new surveys. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: What's the Secret to Office Productivity? Free Food

4/25/11 at 4:00 PM

More than half of employees say a well-stocked kitchen would make them more productive at work, according to a new survey. Employers, take notice. Continue Reading

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Should Companies Have Dress Codes?

4/20/11 at 6:00 PM

The American workplace has become increasingly casual over the years. But does comfort foster creativity or reduce productivity? Our always-stylish Board of Directors weighs in. Continue Reading

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Hiring Unpaid Interns: 5 Things You Need to Know

4/19/11 at 2:00 PM

Interns can be a valuable resource for small companies -- especially if they're working for free. How to ensure that your internship program complies with labor laws. Continue Reading

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5 Traits of a Great Small Business

4/04/11 at 3:30 PM

What separates a great business from the countless mediocre ones out there? Continue Reading

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Is March Madness Really Good for the Economy?

3/15/11 at 4:30 PM

Despite claims of millions in lost productivity, some experts say watching the NCAA tournament at work can boost morale -- and the bottom line. Why some bosses are starting to take notice. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Nearly Half of Employees Think About Quitting

3/09/11 at 3:30 PM

Citing concerns over their salaries, workloads and bosses, 21 percent of employees have applied for a new job in the past six months, according to new research. Continue Reading

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Hiring Your First Intern: 5 Things You Need to Know

3/01/11 at 2:00 PM

Interns can be a great, affordable resource for small businesses. How to find the right interns -- and what to do with them once they arrive. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Employees Spend Half Their Days Doing Nothing

2/28/11 at 11:00 PM

Responding to e-mails and setting up meetings is killing office productivity, according to new research. Continue Reading

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Why Sleeping on the Job Can Be a Good Thing

1/25/11 at 11:00 PM

Americans are sleep-deprived -- and it's taking a toll on the bottom line. New research suggests that napping at work might be the answer. Continue Reading

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Survey Says: Americans Are Literally in Love with Their Smartphones

1/19/11 at 10:00 PM

Business owners spend more quality time with their phones than their significant others, according to a new survey. Continue Reading

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Steve Strauss

Holiday Party Horror Stories: What You Can Learn for Next Year

12/29/10 at 4:00 PM

From Christmas trees on fire to the employee who tries to make out with everyone, our correspondent takes a look back at office parties gone wrong. Continue Reading

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