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.

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By Linda Smith 0 comments
When you go on an interview...how can YOU stand out from the others?.. more »
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If you run a small business, you may be wondering how to get honest feedback from your employees. In many cases, employees are reluctant to give negative feedback to their boss due to fear of retribution. Fortunately, it is possible to get honest ... more »
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Java is a programming language that became available in 1995. Today, over 6.5 million software developers use Java for its platform portability, versatility, security and efficiency. Java is at the core of over 4.5 billion devices that include ... more »
By anthony2 0 comments
Success begins at home first, look in the mirror before you leave home. if it don't look right to you , it sure doesn't to us. Have a peace of mind, relax and leave your problems at home, don't bring them to work. Think positive on how you can ... more »
By Linda Smith 1 comments
You can do it! Fired up? Ready to go? Not so quick! There are some things you will need to know first.. more »
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You can get SQL training classes through your job, a college or even online. SQL training can prepare you to work with query data in relational database management systems, such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle and DB2. SQL certification courses ... more »
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Your boss is sending you to a staff development conference. The agenda promises enhanced leadership skills, improved communication, professional effectiveness and a day out of the office. Sounds great, right? Attending a company training or ... more »
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Shy people may feel comfortable working as an accountant in a cubicle, but working with the public presents a challenge for introverted folk. It's harder to run and hide in a work environment, so sooner rather than later a shy person has to face ... more »
By Carla Lucas 0 comments
Did you ever notice that some people seem to get their way all the time? Did you ever wonder why some people always get their way and your opinions or desires are squashed or ignored? Without resorting to outright bribery, here's a few ideas that ... more »
By Kendra 0 comments
Whether you are a career trainer or giving a training as a one-time event, you want to make a great impression... more »
By John Ingrisano 0 comments
As the boss of a small business, you know that performance reviews can be high-stress exercises in futility--painful meetings that both sides rush through, with unpleasant results that build resentment, reduce productivity and damage morale. They ... more »
By eHow Business Editor 0 comments
If you are a business owner, you're probably always looking for ways to increase employee performance and loyalty. While giving your employees meal reimbursements is not a requirement, it can be another incentive to help good employees stay under ... more »
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Many businesses will reimburse their employees for many things. You need to put a plan into place for what you will reimburse, how you will reimburse and what you need from employees to give them reimbursement. Read on to understand all you need ... more »
By *Julie Mayfield 0 comments
Are you hiring a bookkeeper? Follow these steps to get a free exam to test his or her skills... more »
By iva2008 0 comments
Job interviewing can be an intimidating experience in and of itself but if you are dealing with an interviewer that isn’t conducting a professional interview it can turn into a nightmare. The thing to remember here is that not every interviewer ... more »
By Rebecca Mazin Mazin 0 comments
It would be easy to say that employee behavior outside of work has no affect on the workplace. This is far from reality. Personal issues affect employees at work all the time. One of the most difficult to handle is a suspected drinking problem. ... more »
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Having an inept manager or supervisor can be very stressful. It puts more work on you, increases conflicts and can even threaten your job. Be patient, follow these guidelines and remember that most incompetent people eventually expose their own ... more »
By Rebecca Mazin Mazin 0 comments
Performance appraisals are hard to do. Finding out how employees rate themselves can help the conversation. Employees are usually harder on themselves than you will be. It may also be a part of the process at your company. Either way it’s a ... more »
By dovinea 0 comments
Conference calls are great for business communication when several associates need to discuss a business issue. Find out how to talk to up to 150 people at one time at no cost... more »
By smilesatme1 0 comments
Economy starts in your home. Try to save anything that you can to help other people who are struggling in their lives. When you do your part as a citizen, you will contribute our economic development by helping each other rather than hurting the ... more »
By angelofhope 1 comments
I feel that all people including myself will learn to help others as we have been blessed our selves with all that we have and others don't!.. more »
By Simon Thomas 0 comments
Most people don't know how to hire someone. Consequently, they make costly hiring mistakes--sometimes 10 times the cost of the salary of the employee. Read on for a step-by-step method for hiring that makes sure you don't make a hiring mistake ... more »
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The Chief Executive Officer is one of the riskiest and yet most important of any company's hires. A CEO will not only oversee business operations but set the whole tone, philosophy and long-term strategy for the business. If you are looking to ... more »
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Your company has reached $5 million in annual sales, and now you need a chief financial officer. Make sure you get a thinker and strategist, not just a number cruncher... more »
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Sometimes a special project requires the specific talent of an artist dedicated to an art such as drawing, painting or illustration. You many not need a full-time employee to fulfill this role--just someone as needed. This is where the role of a ... more »