BROWSE HOW TOs

Check Out All Categories

Human Resources

Quality human resources are the foundation of a successful business, and with a range of How Tos on employee recruiting, training and retention as well as answers to compensation and benefits questions, eHow is a fantastic source of employee relations info. Offering up a wide variety of How To articles on crucial aspects of business such as team building, hiring employees or holding a performance review, eHow’s got the advice you need to keep your workforce happy and productive.

Categories in Human Resources

Articles in Human Resources

How to Increase Productivity

By nissi

2 comments

If you ever get frustrated with lack of efficiency or productivity, read this article. Whether the task is personal or professional, this article will guide you to maximize your time and resources in 3 easy steps... more »

How to Listen Effectively

By MIghtyDreamer

29 comments

The strongest quality that great communicators and successful people have in common is that they have learned listening effectively. Do you think communication is more important than listening? Or is it one in the same to you? Well it should ... more »

How to Maintain Your Privacy at Work

By Mark Corgan

5 comments

We are all guilty of it, knowing we are wrong, knowing we could lose our jobs, and thinking we are getting away with it. We are using the Internet at work for personal reasons, snooping around a co-worker's cubicle, sending personal messages ... more »

How to Manage Your Health Benefits

By Therese Haberman

0 comments

Whether you are an HR executive or an employee looking to select a health plan, here are some helpful ideas to do it right... more »

How to Motivate Yourself on the Job

By Therese Haberman

1 comments

Staying motivated on the job is sometimes a struggle, but being aware of your distractions cues and how to deal with them will help keep you focused and productive... more »

How to Network Successfully

By Therese Haberman

2 comments

Don’t wait until you get laid off to start thinking about networking with your career colleagues. Get involved now and develop your inner circle before you even need their help for a job search. You’ll be thankful you did... more »

How to Plan a Successful Company Event

By Therese Haberman

0 comments

Whether the event involves fifty people or fifteen hundred, many of the preparations are the same and this handy checklist can be followed every time you are lucky enough to be the coordinator. With a plan in your hand, you are good to go... more »

How to Quit Isolating Perfectly Good Team Members

By Aimee30

0 comments

Have you noticed that there are a few team members in your organization who constantly seem to not be participating in their team's activities? Have you ever wondered what might be keeping them from wanting to be a part of the group? Read on to ... more »

How to Stay Focused on Your Work

By Therese Haberman

4 comments

As pressures and deadlines loom, it is easy to find a million distractions from the work that you need to accomplish. Here are a few ways to maintain your focus and succeed... more »

How to Teach a Job Skill

By Therese Haberman

2 comments

If you need to take an employee and show him how to perform a set of tasks, whether it be training on a computer software program or how to assemble an electronic component, follow these steps for sure success... more »

How to Terminate an Employee

By Therese Haberman

3 comments

Handling an employee termination can be a scary and emotional event. Unfortunately, sometimes it is necessary. These tips will give you something to ponder as you prepare to handle a termination... more »

How to thank a customer for business or a referral?

By Linda Smith

1 comments

You just got an order/sale/referral! GREAT! Go and celebrate... Wait!!! What are ALL the ways to thank a customer for his/her business and or to thank his/her for a referral? Keep this list handy and rotate using these ideas! You will be ... more »

How to Unlock Creativity

By Therese Haberman

3 comments

You don’t have to be a writer or an artist to be creative. Maybe you enjoy making pottery or developing new dance routines. Whatever way you like to express yourself is your creative impulse... more »

How to Use the Internet to Search for a Job

By krazigirl79

6 comments

Every day people look online to find jobs, whether that includes part-time or full-time employment. All too often the job seeker does not know how to make him/herself stand out in the vast crowd of online applicants. Continue reading to learn how ... more »

How to Write a Better Interview Grabbing Resume

By rictownsend

1 comments

Resume writing is a great way to document your 'employability' or to check how well you are progressing with the ‘commercial’ realities of what you have to offer to either your current employer or any potential employer. You should update your ... more »

How to Achieve Energizing Synergy in Work and Career

By Althea DeBrule

5 comments

Would you like to have more energy and synergy in your job and career? If you're not enjoying work the way you used to and if you would like to contribute in a manner that produces more results with less effort, then energizing synergy is what ... more »

How to Appear as if you are Paying Attention

By shawbelt

4 comments

In the modern business world, it is important to pay attention to your colleagues, superiors and teammates. However, most people have had to deal with a situation in which they have needed to appear to be attentive even though their minds were ... more »

How to Arrange Seating for a Conference or Training Session

By SeventhSibling

1 comments

You have many choices of conference space setup for a presentation or training session you conduct. When making arrangements with the facility at which you will be conducting your training or presentation, make available to them your preferred ... more »

How to Avoid Being Manipulated at Work

By newslawreport

0 comments

Manipulative people are individuals that at first seem harmless, but when you least expect it they use fear in order for you to do or say as they want. Although this article is aimed at manipulation in the workplace, keep in mind that family ... more »

How to Avoid Confrontation at Work

By ChristinaEllis

7 comments

Most of us spend a good majority of our day at work whether that be an office, retail establishment, job site, restaurant, etc. Anyone that has had issues with coworkers knows that this can make going to work anywhere from unpleasant to ... more »

How to Avoid Toxic Bosses

By cherold598

3 comments

There are many toxic bosses out there. The best way to avoid toxic bosses is never to go work for them in the first place. But whether you're looking for a job or already in a abusive work environment, there are many things you can do to avoid ... more »

How to Be a Leader for All Seasons

By Althea DeBrule

2 comments

Anyone can lead in good times, when profits are in line with projections, products and services are in demand and employees are satisfied and working together well. But the true test of leadership is when the chips are down, there's negative ... more »

How to Be Happy

By Eve York

10 comments

We all want to be happy but sometimes life stands in our way. These steps will help to put things in focus... more »

How to Beat Jet Lag

By only1special1

2 comments

For many people who frequently fly long distances for business, jet lag can be a serious problem. Here are a few tips that can help you stay focused during the day and actually sleep sound at night... more »

How to Become a Better Person

By acohen843

0 comments

This article provides some simple steps to become a better person. I initially got the idea to write this article while I was thinking of ways to become a better teacher... more »