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More Benefits, Fewer Taxes
Save your employees and your business money by providing fringe benefits.

Candid Talk About Stock Options
Companies are clear: Stock options may not gain value. But employees still expect them. A burned senior VP at a big bank says just to cut her a bonus check.

Don’t Kill Your 401(k)
New rules allow small businesses to suspend--rather than terminate--their plans.

How to Find the 'Hidden Paycheck'
Fringe benefit statements highlight employees' true compensation.

Your Employee Handbook
How to attract and retain your industry's top talent.

Salary Envy
Even in a tight job market of layoffs, pay cuts and raise freezes, employees still seek fair compensation.

The Value of Voluntary Benefits
More small companies are turning to voluntary benefits as a low-cost way to bolster a business and empower employees.

Stimulus Stings Some Businesses
Some entrepreneurs are surprised by the out-of-pocket insurance mandate in the new law.

Best in Business Travel
Where to invest your travel dollars this year

Feeding the Anti-Tipping Movement
Do tip jars have you crying uncle? Some restaurants are testing the no-tipping waters.

CEO Salaries in the Crosshairs
Pay-for-performance structures are enjoying a resurgence.

Walking the Employee Benefits Tightrope
How do you cut benefits while keeping employees happy?

Salaries Are In The Open
New websites let employees share pay rates; employers should take heed.

Pay for Performance
Variable pay plans can save you money--and your employees may prefer them.

5 Tips to Keep Comp Costs Down
Take steps to minimize workplace injuries, and your business may come out unscathed.

3 Perks That Work in Lieu of Raises
Keep employees happy with creative benefits they'll value more than money.

The Key to Retaining Sales Talent
Good salespeople are worth their weight in gold. That's why it pays to reward them with a pair of golden handcuffs.

Embrace Greener Commuting
Reduce your carbon footprint with employee carpool and biking incentives.

Secrets of Superstar Employers
These 6 companies offer plenty of reasons for employees to stick around.

New Year, New Payroll
The end of the year could be the right time to transition to outsourced payroll.

Volunteering as a Benefit
Learn how some companies are offering employee volunteer programs that are motivating and retaining current employees, and attracting new ones.

Hire On First-Class Employees
Attract top-notch employees with a 401(k) plan that matches your company's success.

Business 911
Our team of experts gives 3 companies advice on overcoming their growing pains.

20 Low-Cost Employee Perks
Even if you don't have a lot of money, you can still treat your employees right.

The Best and Worst Holiday Bonuses
Sometimes it’s a holiday; sometimes it’s hell.

Should You Fight Your Ex-Employee's Benefits Claim?
If an employee you fired "for cause" is now claiming benefits, is fighting the claim in your best interest?

Offering an Employee Assistance Program
The right EAP is good for employees--and for you.

Trends in Employee Compensation
Hiring may be down, but paychecks are still growing.

Offering Stock Options
Have stock options lost their sparkle? Maybe--but this compensation tool can still be useful if you know how to do it right.

Should You Offer a 401(k) Plan?
This benefits expert gives you five good reasons why your answer should be yes.

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