HR & Benefits
Do You Get Paid for Unused Sick Days? State-by-state Rules for Employers (and Employees)
By: Carissa Tham
Unused sick days might mean a payout. Know your state's rules.
Carissa is the SEO + GEO Managing Editor at Homebase, with 13 years of experience in content marketing and SEO strategy. She’s created foundational guides on starting a business, navigating payroll, and managing teams, and helped solo lawyers, artists, and creative entrepreneurs grow their web presence and organic traffic.
Carissa's Articles
Hiring & Onboarding
Best Job Posting Sites For Employers: Where To Post Jobs in 2025
By: Carissa Tham
Where hourly hires apply in 2025. Boards ranked by quality and cost.
Hiring & Onboarding
Barback Job Description: How to Hire Your Next MVP Behind the Bar
By: Carissa Tham
Barback duties, salary info, and a free job description template.
Small Business Software
Commission Tracking: Methods, Templates, and Software for Small Businesses
By: Carissa Tham
Commission tracking methods, free templates, and software for small teams.
Small Business Software
The 10 Best Employee Rostering Software For 2025
By: Carissa Tham
Not all rostering tools are built the same. Find your best fit.
Starting a Small Business
How to Become an Entrepreneur in 2025: 6 Steps to Success
By: Carissa Tham
Turn your idea into a business. Six steps to go from concept to growing team.