Employees
Fast-Food Workers Protest for Higher Pay, Unionization
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
Whether the walk-off in New York this week will have impact remains to be seen, but the dispute is continuing to echo on social media.
Not a Superhero Entrepreneur? You'll Still Need a Sidekick
BY Matthew Toren
Business is nothing like comic books or the movies, but having sidekick when the going gets tough can't hurt. Here's how to find the Robin to your Batman.
Make the Firing Process Easier
BY Chris McIntyre
Firing an employee is likely low on your list of favorite tasks. These tips can help make this difficult situation as easy as possible for both you and the employee.
5 Cutting Edge Ways to Combat Employee Theft
BY John Patrick Pullen
Keep your company's assets safe with these state-of-the-art technologies.
JJ Ramberg: Focus on the 'Why' to Hook Customers, Investors
BY JJ Ramberg
Sure, you need to tell people "what" you do. But they'll be far more interested in "why" you do it, says TV host and entrepreneur JJ Ramberg.
How to Avoid Workplace Political Spats
BY Eric Shapiro
This election season, your employees may quarrel over candidates. Labor attorney Robin E. Shea offers tips, plus a free example of a harassment policy.
No Time to Hire? Enter the Virtual Interview
BY Jason Daley
Jody Presti created JobOn, an online service that allows job applicants to answer questions via webcam. Subway, Starbucks and Pizza Hut are using it.
Need Help Retaining Employees? Some Apps for That
BY Michelle V. Rafter
Social media-style programs give workers public kudos when they go above and beyond. Consider these employee rewards-and-recognition apps.
3 Employee Mistakes That Cost Businesses Big Time
BY Susan Schreter
Managing employees comes with hidden costs. Find out how to protect yourself from situations that can emotionally and financially devastate a business.
How to Make Sure Company Secrets Stay When Employees Move On
BY Riva Richmond
Measures you can take to stop proprietary data from leaving with your workers.
Tech Tools for Keeping a Digital Eye on Employees
BY Riva Richmond
These apps and services can help you monitor your staff -- and do it legally.
3 Tips for Legally and Ethically Monitoring Employees Online
BY Riva Richmond
A look at the benefits and pitfalls of following your workers' digital footprints.
Listen to Small Business: Don't Increase the Minimum Wage (Opinion)
BY Scott Shane
Business owners often oppose the minimum wage because it reduces their profits. But their position might be more helpful to low-skilled workers than the altruistic views of elected officials.
A Lie-Detector Test for Resumes
BY Brian Patrick Eha
In a tough economy, job seekers can be tempted to fudge facts or outright lie on their resumes. Here's how to catch them in the act.
Can't Afford Employee Training Programs? Think Again
BY Toddi Gutner
To attract and retain great employees, Fortune 1000 companies spend hundreds of millions of dollars a year on training. Small businesses can't afford not to compete.
Accounting Software Giant Intuit Offers Health-Care, 401(k) Services
BY Jonathan Blum
The maker of popular accounting tool QuickBooks has expanded its services into the world of employee benefits.
Tips for Hiring the Best Employees
BY Jon Burgstone and Bill Murphy Jr.
Follow these suggestions to simplify the interviewing process and help make sure it turns up the best candidates.
Labor Picture May Brighten in 2012
BY Diana Ransom
Last year was bleak for many small businesses, but sales, along with hiring, appear to be on their way up. Here's a look at some of the factors that could affect staffing plans -- for better or worse -- in 2012.
Should an Employer Allow an Employee to Work on a Side Business?
BY Christopher Hann
A professor of business ethics advises on if and when to allow employees to moonlight on startups of their own.
Employees' Facebook Pages Are Private, Until They're Not
BY Mikal E. Belicove
New York court ruling muddies the waters surrounding what employers can and cannot demand of their employees' social media activities.
How 'Working Spouse' Rules Can Save a Company Money -- And Headaches
BY Gwen Moran
Employers can save money by creating 'working-spouse carve-outs' encouraging employees to use their spouse's health-insurance plans.
The Hidden Costs of Employee Turnover
BY Gwen Moran
A revolving door of workers can take a toll on your company in surprising ways. Here are four that you might not notice.
Richard Branson on Thinking Big
BY Richard Branson
The celebrated entrepreneur shares advice on shaping company culture as you expand your business.




