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Gusto Alternatives: 5 Better Ways To Pay Your Hourly Team
By: Sonia Urlando
Looking for Gusto alternatives? Compare payroll approaches for small businesses, see what's really worth the cost, and find the right fit for your hourly team.
Sonia Urlando is a Senior Content Strategist at Homebase, where she runs the SEO content program and writes customer stories for small business owners with hourly teams. With over a decade of experience, she's published hundreds of SEO articles and driven 277% organic traffic growth. She's worked directly with small businesses—from building ecommerce sites to serving retail customers—and brings that hands-on understanding to everything she creates.
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Managing a Small Business
What Is The Pitman Schedule and Is It Right For Your Business?
By: Sonia Urlando
Running a 24/7 operation? The Pitman schedule gives your team consistent 12-hour shifts, more days off, and predictable coverage — without the burnout.
Manage a Business
7shifts vs HotSchedules: Which is Right for Your Restaurant?
By: Sonia Urlando
Comparing 7shifts vs. HotSchedules for restaurant scheduling? See pricing, features, and honest trade-offs to find the right fit for your team.
Managing a Small Business
Are You Overstaffing? Signs, Causes, And How To Fix It.
By: Sonia Urlando
Overstaffing costs more than you think. Learn the warning signs, common causes, and practical fixes to get your team size back on track.
Managing a Small Business
What Is A Job Orientation? Everything New Hires And Managers Need To Know
By: Sonia Urlando
Strong onboarding turns new hires into confident contributors fast.
Manage a Business
Payroll Billing Software: Which Type Does Your Business Actually Need?
By: Sonia Urlando
Payroll software that bills clients is rare. See which types handle both.