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How to Document Employee Performance Issues Correctly
Learn how to document employee performance issues correctly with specific, defensible examples. See what to write, what to avoid, and how to create documentation that holds up in terminations and legal reviews.
The 7 HR Habits for Managers That Protect Your Business
The best managers aren't just good with people… they have specific documentation and policy habits that protect their employees and their business. Here are what those 7 habits look like.
Small Business Owner's Guide to Managing a Remote Employee
Managing a remote employee for the first time requires clearer expectations, different communication habits, and updated policies. Here's what small business owners need to know.
First-Time Manager's Guide to Having a Difficult Performance Conversation
Your first difficult performance conversation as a manager doesn't have to go badly. Here's a step-by-step guide to preparing, delivering, and following up on performance feedback that actually lands.
Two Employees Are in a Conflict: How Do I Handle It as a Manager?
Two of your employees are in a conflict. How you handle it as a manager shapes the outcome for both of them and for your team. Here’s a practical step-by-step guide.
Remote Employee Not Responsive During Work Hours: A Manager's Step-by-Step Guide
Remote employee not responding during work hours? Here's how to set expectations, have the conversation, document it, and escalate if needed, without overreacting or under-responding.
How to Put an Employee on a Performance Improvement Plan
A performance improvement plan done right gives employees a genuine chance to succeed and gives employers clear documentation. Here’s how to write and run one effectively.