Hurricane season has officially begun. The hazardous weather conditions will remain prevalent until November 30th. According to an interview with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), “Small businesses that don’t have a plan in place generally don’t survive after a disaster, whether it’s a flood or a tornado. We see that anywhere from 40-60 percent of those…
Do you find that as the weather gets warmer and the days last longer, it’s hard to keep employees motivated or productive? Between planning vacations, balancing kids’ schedules during summer break and much more, many employees have a lot on their mind when they come to work. Here are a few ways to help increase…
President Barack Obama has stated that America’s immigration system is broken. His plan is to build a smart, effective immigration system that continues efforts to secure our borders and cracks down on employers who hire undocumented immigrants. That’s right, employers, you heard your name. Cracking Down on Employers One of the four principles behind the…
Today, almost all students are looking for ways to get their foot in the door by working for a company as an intern. Internships not only help students gain the experience they need, but business owners benefit from an extra set of hands around the office. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, “85 percent of…
New publications from the IRS help educate individuals and families about the Affordable Care Act. Employers, tax professionals, health care professionals, and other trusted advisors should share the following newly-released materials: Publication 5152 (Flyer) – Report changes to the Marketplace as they happen. Reporting changes in circumstances will allow the Marketplace to adjust advance credit payments.…
The first official day of summer is quickly approaching. Kids, students, and the unemployed will all be on the lookout for the perfect way to spend their summer pulling in extra cash for the upcoming year. Below are a few best practices to keep in mind when hiring summer help: 1. How to attract seasonal…
When little is known about a job applicant, employers need reliable tools and resources to help uncover employee background information, greatly reducing the risk of a bad hire. The wrong hire can lower your team’s morale, hinder productivity, and impact customer relations. Making the right hiring decisions can be critical to your business success; pre-employment screening may…
Workers eligible for COBRA continuation coverage when leaving a job may now choose to purchase coverage through the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) Health Insurance Marketplace. To ensure workers are aware of these changes, the Department of Labor (DOL) has released new forms with updated language. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) was concerned…
Small business owners have a lot on their plate. They must balance the major business functions while maintaining their niche within the industry. A Forbes survey found there are 28 million small businesses within the US, and they employ 50% of the population. In honor of National Small Business Week, here are a few beneficial resources to…
An employer’s most valuable asset is human capital. Managing employees’ time and labor is a crucial part of running a business, since it is often the largest expense and impacts production, growth, and profitability. Improving the time and labor management process begins with accurate and reliable data. In this article, I’ll discuss how an automated…
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