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hr checklist

5 min read

Our End-of-Year HR Checklist

As the calendar year draws to a close, it's crucial for HR professionals to stay on top of various tasks in order to ensure a smooth transition into the new year. With a large number of items to cover before the year is up, it can be...

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payroll checklist

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Our End-of-Year Payroll Checklist

As the holiday music pipes through office speakers and attention wanders to festive plans, even the most organized business leader could overlook...

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employee improvement plans

3 min read

How to Use Employee Performance Improvement Plans

If your business is looking for ways to improve its workforce and increase retention rates, Employee Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) are...

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offboarding

4 min read

Why Offboarding Matters for Employers

When an employee leaves a company, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, how that exit is handled matters exceptionally for your business!...

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seasonal employees

4 min read

Tips for Success with Seasonal Employees

Whether you're in dire need of extra help for the coming holiday season or you're already planning for the summer spike, seasonal employees can be...

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compliance

5 min read

Compliance Tips to Avoid USDOL Fines and Violations

Whether you own a small business or handle the books for a large corporation, it’s a safe bet that ensuring your organization is in compliance with...

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fmla

3 min read

FMLA: Common Mistakes to Avoid

The Family and Medical Leave Act (or FMLA) is a crucial piece of federal legislation that protects the rights of workers whenever they need to take...

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secure act

4 min read

SECURE Act 2.0: A Brief Guide

Saving for retirement can be a real headache – it requires some amount of financial know-how, extra income, and the foresight to save in spite of the...

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onboarding

6 min read

How Long Should Onboarding Take?

A smooth, professionally designed, and comprehensive employee onboarding process is more important than many people, even HR professionals, might...

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payroll for churches

5 min read

Payroll for Churches and Religious Institutions

Religious institutions, such as churches and other religious organizations, play a vital role in communities worldwide. Like any other organization,...

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home healthcare

4 min read

Payroll Management for Home Healthcare Organizations

Running a home healthcare organization is a complex task, requiring careful management of various aspects to ensure quality care for patients and a...

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company politics

5 min read

Should Your Company Take a Stand on Political Issues?

When navigating the tricky political climate in our world today, companies face the unique challenge of determining how much they should engage with...

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workplace negativity

4 min read

Tips for Minimizing Workplace Negativity

In the current age of “quiet quitting” and the Great Resignation, employees are not shying away from expressing their grievances in the workplace!...

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4 min read

SECURE Act 2.0: Frequently Asked Questions

In response to Congress’s 2022 passing of SECURE 2.0, states have begun requiring private businesses to provide employee retirement plans. Employers...

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employee retirement plans

4 min read

Employee Retirement Plans: 401(k) vs. Pooled Employee Plans

In today's competitive job market, employee benefits play a crucial role in attracting and retaining top talent. Among these benefits, employee...

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switching payroll

4 min read

Should I Switch Payroll Providers?

Deciding whether or not to switch payroll providers can be difficult for many businesses. Your current payroll provider may seem perfectly fine on...

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people analytics

4 min read

The Rise of People Analytics

In the same way that a firm that specializes in PR and marketing might focus on analytics that describe the performance of their products or analyze...

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managing diversity

4 min read

5 Tips for Managing Diversity in the Workplace

Diversity in the workplace is becoming a bigger and bigger locus of discussion among professionals, and for good reason. Diversity, equity, and...

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retain employees

4 min read

How to Retain Your Best Employees

Having an exceptional staff is crucial for any successful business, but retaining top talent long-term takes strategy and commitment! High employee...

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