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As the aftereffects of the pandemic continue to ripple through the market, more than half of the country is considering leaving their job in 2023. It’s never been a better time to show your employees how much you value the hard work,...
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Maybe you’ve been dealing with payroll error after payroll error, finicky software, or ineffective customer service; whatever the case may be, your...
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Effective communication is the cornerstone of a successful and harmonious workplace. However, miscommunication can arise in even the most...
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Onboarding plays a critical role in the integration and success of all new employees, and implementing a solid hiring process is vital for companies...
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Managing payroll can be a time-consuming and complex task for small businesses. It involves calculating wages, deducting taxes, handling employee...
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If you own a business, you know how important managing payroll can be. And as your business grows, it becomes subject to various payroll-related...
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In response to the Great Resignation, many companies have become motivated to discourage resignations and retain top talent. Employee retention, a...
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In today’s ever-changing labor landscape, it’s hard to keep up with all of the new hire reporting requirements. If you’re wondering what’s required...
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The future of hiring is here, and employee acquisition and recruiting trends are changing as we head into summer 2023. As technology advances ever...
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Understanding the different components of a paycheck can be intimidating and confusing. However, knowing what information is included in each pay...
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Employee privacy is a critical aspect of any workplace, and it is essential for employers to handle personal information with care and compliance...
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In today’s ever-changing corporate landscape, businesses must learn new ways to adapt to current-day workplace operations and cultures, especially...
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Employee absenteeism can significantly impact a company's productivity, morale, and bottom line. In this article, we will explore the causes and...
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Companies are trying harder than ever to attract the best talent due to a highly competitive job market. The amount of money offered as a salary...
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Financial wellness is more important than ever in today's fast-paced and stressful world. Financial stress can have a significant impact on a...
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When your company is acquired by a larger entity and merges with that buyer, it can be an extremely exciting time for your business. However, there...
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Every year, companies across the United States spend countless hours logging, filing, tracking, and managing their payroll, often utilizing a payroll...
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As we round the corner on the first quarter of 2023, many companies are still dealing with the fallout of the 'Great Resignation'. Businesses in...
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It’s a common-sense assumption that the details of wages, salaries, and other compensation conversations ought to be handled with some amount of tact...
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In recent years, the traditional career path of climbing the corporate hierarchy has started to shift towards a more flexible approach. Horizontal...
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In today's fast-paced business world, it's crucial to keep your organization running smoothly and efficiently. The human resources department is...
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If you run a business that offers 401(k) plans to your employees, your plan should undergo an annual 401(k) audit. Essentially, this audit ensures...
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Managing payroll records and employee files can be one of the more daunting and complicated aspects of running a business. From ensuring you have all...
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Small business owners are constantly seeking ways to minimize their tax liabilities and increase their bottom line. One strategy that can help...
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As of early 2023, economists observe that the labor market is incredibly tight. Hundreds of businesses and industries remain significantly...
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Horizon Payroll Solutions is excited to announce the launch of our updated website (www.horizonpayrollsolutions.com) and new company branding!
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We at Horizon want to thank you for being a part of our business family. We enjoy our partnership, and look forward to supporting you and your...
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It’s that time of year again, and Horizon Payroll Solutions would like to thank all of you for investing in our business. We know that we couldn’t...
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With the leaves turning colors and falling from the trees, we all know thatautumn is upon us. This time of year also brings a few new challenges for...
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Welcome to the August edition of our newsletter. As we are rounding out the last dog days of summer, we want to make sure you're staying cool – and...
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After working hard on completing your company’s end-of-year procedures, your human resources department may be ready to take a break. However, there...
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We all know that retirement planning is important, and we also know that the best way to prepare for our golden years is to start saving early....
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It’s the time of year for lists: shopping lists, gift wish lists, to-do lists, packing lists for travel, maybe even lists of lists … and at Horizon...
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Early in 2021, Emsi Burning Glass published a paper called the Demographic Drought. This article outlines the key demographic and economic drivers...
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Don't have time to read this article? Watch it instead! Millions of Americans began working from home in early 2020 after states around the country...
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With all of the ongoing changes businesses are faced with, one of the most pressing is how to manage the issue of COVID, vaccinations and testing....
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Most Americans are finding it difficult to make ends meet. A study conducted in 2017 by the financial services company Bankrate revealed that only...
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Don't have time to read this article? Watch it instead! A common question that many business owners ask themselves is, "How frequently should I pay...
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Don't have time to read this article? Watch it instead! We know now is a tough time to attract and retain a talented team. In early June 2021, the...
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Talent acquisition is a time-consuming and costly process. According to Recruitorbox.com, below are the average amounts of time and money HR teams...
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You can earn a tax credit of up to $33,000 per employee in wages paid under the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) if your business was financially...
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Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. Please consult a legal professional or...
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Odds are good that your work life changed significantly in the last year, or that it continues to evolve as the pandemic persists. As the Associated...
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This year started out like most, but now as it draws to a close so much is different. Even if January 1 can’t get here fast enough for you, those...
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November 3rd is Election Day. Are you properly prepared?
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In August 2020, The Small Business Administration (SBA) closed the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) application window and issued the guidance, "...
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Early in August, President Trump released his memo “Deferring Payroll Tax Obligations in Light of the Ongoing COVID-19 Disaster.” Learn what you need...
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The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (U.S. BLS) reported a decline in unemployment rate by 2.2% via their “The Employment Situation - June...
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Some companies are in the midst of rehiring employees laid off due to the pandemic, and for others that’s still in the future. Either way, as you...
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Guest post by Alan Greenwell and Rachel Graves The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was established in April as part of the Coronavirus Aid,...
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You’ve probably weathered many changes to your company and staffing recently. And that includes staying compliant with new legislation that requires...
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If you’ve recently made the decision to furlough or lay off employees, or are in the process, you’re not alone. Nearly 50% of companies say they are...
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Far-reaching, fast-changing new stories in the digital age mean a deluge of coverage from many perspectives, coupled with millions of people adding...
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As we continue to take stock of our current situation and plan for the uncertainty of what tomorrow will bring, we suggest doing a reality check of...
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In these trying times, one of the industries that has been most affected is the sit-down restaurant industry. We often say that what sets us apart at...
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As our digital footprint expands, concerns of identity theft become more commonplace both at home and at work. In response to this, data protection...
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It’s tax time, you probably have a payroll cycle ending soon, and don’t forget those redesigned W-4s you’re getting questions about. While you’re at...
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Dependable timekeeping is one of the most important contributors to the financial health of your company. Not only does it build and maintain trust...
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Welcoming a new employee comes with the necessary hurdle of onboarding paperwork. The I-9 form is often the launching point for documenting the...
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By now, you’ve probably heard the IRS has released a redesigned version of form W-4 for 2020, also known as the Employee’s Withholding Certificate....
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Sending employees out on the road has countless benefits. Quite often, it’s the best way to connect face-to-face with clients and partners or seek...
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Building and maintaining trust with your employees is always a top priority in your business. An easy and error-free payroll process makes employees...
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Every business has one-of-a-kind payroll needs. A local coffee shop doesn’t require the same payroll schedule, timekeeping system or HR support as a...
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If the words “payroll fraud” make you cringe, you’re not alone. Perhaps you’ve seen a recent story in the national news, but unfortunately, it’s not...
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If you’re like many employers, you’ve been following the developments about the DOL’s long-anticipated final rule regarding overtime eligibility. The...
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Updated March 29, 2020. This blog post reflects the current state and local minimum wages in effect as of January 1, 2021, as well as future enacted...
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After the recent management shift at the Department of Labor, experts are encouraging businesses to prepare sooner than later for upcoming changes to...
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Managing an active HR office is demanding work on a typical day. When a new employee arrives for orientation, an already-hectic day gets a bit...
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Employees depend on your payroll system to be concise and on time every pay cycle, but avoiding issues is not always easy. Business owners—especially...
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Every new employee wants to make a strong impression on their first day. The HR team plays a key role in setting each new worker on the right track...
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Supporting a strong team of employees can be just as challenging as finding a new candidate. Even top employees can steer off course and require...
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Accurate timekeeping is undoubtedly one of the top ways to ensure your company’s financial health. Small errors, even those that affect several...
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Making the Connection Between Data, the Cloud, and Cybersecurity How many of these situations are familiar? You write down a password so you won’t...
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What is Workplace Culture? Culture is the learned behavior, norms, and routines a group of people share. Sometimes it’s more of a feeling or...
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Great management is just as much about guiding your employees as it is about inspiring them to come together. Team building activities help coworkers...
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Attracting and retaining the best employees goes beyond competitive pay. In the modern job market, employees set out to achieve work-life balance...
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You don’t need a crystal ball to see the latest trend in employment law today: Fair work scheduling. Also called predictive scheduling, it means...
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How did your 2018 taxes turn out? Hopefully you were able to check withholding allowances and make any needed adjustments to avoid a tax liability....
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No one enjoys employee termination: there’s bad news to deliver, unpleasant and awkward conversations to notify coworkers, paperwork to sign and...
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You probably know that onboarding correlates to employee retention. In fact, according to Wynham Group research, new employees who went through a...
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Facts about the FLSA, state requirements, and OT exemptions Is hiring seasonal employees part of your strategy for surviving your busy season?...
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You’ve probably heard of Industry 4.0, the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Often accompanied by tech buzzwords about optimizing production, becoming...
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In 2019 improving employee experience will top many organizations’ to-do lists. When you think of the resources companies devote to studying and...
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As you wrap up 2018 and look ahead to 2019, be sure to check out these work-related, unofficial holidays. They can be a fun way to interact with...
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A Professional Employer Organization, or PEO, specializes in ubiquitous HR tasks like payroll, tax filings, benefits and retirement package...
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It might be hard to believe, but 2018 is drawing to a close. Right now your company may be preparing for a slow-down during the holiday season,...
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As leaves and temperatures fall outside, employee illness rates often rise. At this time of year, managers and HR personnel are thinking about sick...
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"It is a worker's market," said Jocelyn Mangan (Chief Operating Officer of online employment platform at Snagajob) to the Society for Human Resource...
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In 2017, on average, “employees received 47.6 hours of training per year, nearly 4 hours more than last year,” reports the magazine Training. ...
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Do you rely on a tax refund to pay for a big, recurring expense like a vacation? Are you counting on a refund for a home improvement project? Do...
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With unemployment at 3.9 percent in July 2018, it’s clearly a job candidate’s market. If you can find qualified candidates, they’re probably...
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Most people think of the US Internal Revenue Service when they hear the word audit, but there are other types of audits that affect your business....
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By now most of us know the Millennial generation is the largest portion of the US workforce. And their numbers are only going to grow as Baby Boomers...
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As a millennial who has just graduated from college and been through the job search process, I’ve realized a few things about which company benefits...
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Work-life balance is a popular topic. Many employers realize their employees need time for hobbies, family and personal matters, and just a break...
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Summer is here and that means employees are making vacation plans. While your hourly employees, non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA),...
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As an employer, you know the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires you to track how long your hourly employees work and what they earn. How...
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In 2016, New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman petitioned the state’s Supreme Court, alleging that Domino’s Pizza was a joint employer...
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Congratulations! Your business has grown to 15 employees! Since your very first hires you’ve complied with labor laws like the Immigration Reform...
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Your top performer on a critical workstation just called in sick. If you can’t get the shift covered you won’t complete an order for your important...
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We've blogged on phishing before, but it's time for a refresh. In 2017 the IRS received approximately 900 complaints about phishing and suspected...
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As you've probably heard, sexual harassment is making headlines. Men and women, from Hollywood stars to everyday people, are speaking out - and...
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Like many U.S. employers, you may be looking to fill or create new jobs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates there are 5.9 million U.S. job...
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Employee absences are inevitable. Scheduled or not, legitimate or not, absences mean less work completed as time and money go to paid sick time and...
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It’s inevitable. The employee you thought would rocket to the top of your corporate ladder has been consistently slipping. Performance is taking a...
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2018 is coming fast! Are you paying attention to the changes and deadlines that are right around the corner? Our tips will help you navigate...
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Ask anyone who works in human resources about the signs of autumn - chances are, leaf colors and pumpkin spice beverages aren't at the top of the...
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It used to be that once an employee left a job, they were cutting ties with the organization forever. However, it’s becoming more common for...
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In July the Dow hit a record high of 22,000 and it continues to climb as 2017 rolls on. While the stock market is volatile and influenced by many...
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Employees facing exit interviews need only look to Google for article after article offering guidance on what to say and what not to say....
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Are you a business owner? Or maybe a supervisor with hourly employees? Are you running shifts that vary according to your staffing needs? Then you're...
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In October 2015, 23.7% of US high school students age 16-19 had jobs. Where are these young people working? According to Bureau of Labor Statistics...
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In our blog last week, we explored the general problem of employee misclassification. This week we're taking a closer look at independent contractor...
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It’s Monday morning: Employees make their way to their workstations, the Keurig whirrs in the break room and the office starts to hum along as...
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Think you don't need automated timekeeping? Think again. But what exactly is it and how can it help your business?
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The US Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS), part of the Department of Homeland Security, released a revised I-9 Employee Eligibility...
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Most of us can remember being the new person on the job. Even if you’re excited for a change, it can be a little scary when you don’t quite know what...
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Why Worry? According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), "Employers should keep in mind that the U.S. Department of Labor(DOL)...
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“Social media has irreparably blurred the line between one’s personal persona and one’s professional persona,” says Jon Hyman in Workforce...
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When businesses run afoul of labor provisions, the fines can be sizeable. Recently, Walt Disney Co. reached an agreement with the Department of Labor...
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If you dread payroll processing, you’re in good company. In fact, it’s becoming pretty common to outsource all or part of an organization's payroll...
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The restaurant industry is known for its high employee turnover rates. According to the National Restaurant Association, "the turnover rate in the...
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Owning a business, especially after being someone's employee, can be very rewarding. You're the captain of the ship and can chart your course...
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At-will employment basically means that the employer or the employee can terminate their relationship at any time, for any reason. What this says...
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Creating a strong internship program is advantageous for any organization, big or small, and internships benefit both the employer and intern....
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There is an Epidemic of Employee Time Theft As employers, we like to think we can trust our staff members. Without trust, not much can be...
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The Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) final rule on overtime was to take effect on December 1, 2016. Last fall, we explained the changes and gave some...
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As if you need one more thing to worry about this time of year, the IRS has issued an urgent alert regarding phishing scams. These scams target...
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In 2017 the IRS is decreasing the allowable deduction for mileage. The new deduction rates will apply to miles driven for business travel, as well...
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Although anticipated FLSA overtime rule changes have been put on hold, almost half of the United States will increase their state minimum wages in...
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2016 Minor League Baseball (MiLB) Tradeshow™ Horizon Payroll Solutions will be participating in the 51st annual Baseball Tradeshow™ at the Gaylord...
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There were a few important alerts announced this month that change federal compliance for human resource management that may affect your company. We...
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It's been a strange few months. As we told you in July, FLSA changes are on their way. But these changes seem to be, well, changing. Here are the...
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In this series, we've examined hiring or onboarding an employee and the use of applicant tracking systems. But what if you're the one being onboarded...
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Every single company that exists, whether it's Coca Cola, Apple, or Acadia, has a hiring process. Some are multi-phased, some are quick and simple,...
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Does the word "onboarding" make your HR team run away screaming? It shouldn't. There are many tools, tips and tricks that help ease the burden of ...
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New business owner? Switching up the way you do payroll? Either way you'll need to decide when, that is, how often, to pay your employees. You may be...
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You've probably heard a lot lately about the FLSA rule changes. I know we've blogged about it (along with many others). We've also heard that the...
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You've probably heard about the recent changes to the FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act). As Forbes puts it, these changes will make millions more...
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Identity theft happens. According to the 2015 Identity Fraud Study, $16 billion was stolen from 12.7 million U.S. consumers in 2014. But how is all...
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There's so much to think about when running (or considering to run) a business. Location, staffing, regulations, competition...as business owners...
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Ever wonder how you can save money for your company? Here's one way, in four words: Work Opportunity Tax Credit. If you aren't getting it, you're...
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Identify theft is a problem we've been hearing about for years. Maybe it's happened to you or someone you know. But just how big is the problem these...
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Did you know the Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed some big changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act? You need to be ready for these changes, as...
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