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How to Integrate Wellness Programs Into Your Small Business
In the war for talent, companies have to compete for the best workers. While salary is important, prospective applicants also consider other benefits. With wellness programs, you can stand out to prospective recruits and show current workers your appreciation. Plus,...
How to Integrate Wellness Programs Into Your Small Business
In the war for talent, companies have to compete for the best workers. While salary is important, prospective applicants also consider other benefits. With wellness programs, you can stand out to prospective recruits and show current workers your appreciation. Plus,...
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Power of Benefits: Plans & Programs Fast-Growing Businesses Offer to Attract & Retain Top Teams
“If there's a war for talent, how do I get that talent? It looks like everybody's looking for benefits. It's the best way to attract and retain the best talent.” In episode #109 of Mission to Grow, the Asure podcast that serves as small business owners' guide to cash,...
Employer-Provided Health Coverage During Employee Leaves of Absence
By Tia Martarella, Jackson Lewis Attorneys at Law When an employee is on an extended leave of absence, there is often confusion regarding whether and to what extent the employer must continue to provide coverage to the employee under the employer-provided health plan....
8 Tips for Making Your Interview Process Compliant & Effective
Whether you’re a Fortune 500 company or a startup on a shoestring, there are a few things you can do right now to make your interview process more compliant. Fast-growth companies are more likely to know what it takes to create effective, compliant interview...
Streamlining HR for Small Businesses: Overcoming the Juggling Act with Outsourcing
In the fast-paced world of human resources, balancing competing demands and priorities is a daily challenge for HR professionals. Managing personnel, fostering workplace culture, and ensuring compliance with regulations are all critical responsibilities that can feel...
HR Benchmark Report: Chapter 1
“No company is going to be successful without the right people.” In episode #107 of Mission to Grow, the Asure podcast that serves as small business owners' guide to cash, compliance, and the War for Talent, VP HR Compliance and Learning and Development at Asure...
How to Educate Employees on SECURE Act 2.0 and Your Company’s 401(k) Plan
Are you interested in saving money on your tax bill while helping your workers become financially secure? A new law called SECURE Act 2.0 is making retirement saving easier for employees and employers. Through SECURE Act 2.0, employers can get tax credits by offering...
Understanding the I-9 Form: Compliance, Components & Changes
The I-9 form, officially known as the Employment Eligibility Verification form, is a critical document used in the hiring process within the United States. Introduced as part of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the I-9 form is designed to verify both...
10 Ways HR Adds Value to Your Small Business
Human Resources (HR) is a multifaceted discipline that often goes unnoticed in its depth and breadth of expertise. Many small business owners might see HR as merely administrative, but it plays a crucial role in shaping the culture, efficiency, and overall success of...
Building Community Over Family: Why It Matters in Business Culture
In the realm of business culture, the concept of fostering a "family-like atmosphere" has long been idealized as a way to promote unity, loyalty, and collaboration among employees. As workplaces evolve and dynamics shift, there's a growing recognition that nurturing a...
OSHA Pushes Outdoor and Indoor Heat Rule
by Courtney M. Malveaux, Denaa J. Griffin & Adrienne M. Wood, Jackson Lewis Attorneys at Law The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has moved a step closer to a final rule for “Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work...
Best Practices for Record-Keeping with the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
Every year, 2 million workplace violence incidents occur. While these incidents are generally non-fatal, around 1,000 people will die from workplace violence each year. California is seeking to change this situation. Under a new law, workplaces are required to adopt...
What Is an Empowerment Zone Employment Credit?
As an employer, you are expected to pay a range of payroll and income taxes. Through employer tax credits, you can effectively reduce your tax bill and save money. Depending on where you are located, the Empowerment Zone Employment Credit can save you up to $3,000 per...
How the WOTC Works
By using the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), employers can save money on their income or payroll taxes. To qualify, you just have to give employees a short questionnaire. Then, the employee must get WOTC-certified by your State Workforce Agency (SWA). Through the...
How to Get Employee Feedback and Active Involvement in California’s Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
If you’re an employer in California, there are big changes in store for you this summer. Starting July 1, 2024, California Senate Bill 553 is going into effect. While it was originally signed into law in September 2023, the provisions don’t begin until July. With so...
401K Tax Savings for Small Businesses: Real World Examples
“Benefits on a dollar basis buy more goodwill than dollars do.” In episode #106 of Mission to Grow, the Asure podcast that serves as small business owners' guide to cash, compliance, and the War for Talent, Director of Plan Design Consulting at Vestwell, Kevin Gaston,...
How Data Analytics Is Reshaping the HR Field
Thanks to new technology, your workplace has additional tools for working smarter instead of harder. Data analytics is rapidly changing the field of human resources (HR) for the better. Through better data analysis, your company can improve its people-centered...
10 Ways to Incorporate AI Into Your HR Department
Almost half of HR professionals report that using artificial intelligence (AI) in human resources (HR) has become more of a priority in the last 12 months. According to SHRM, 60% of HR professionals are optimistic about how AI can affect their workplace. As new AI...
10 Ways SECURE Act 2.0 Benefits Employers
Since employee 401(k) plans have come into being, society has gotten to study decades of real-world retirement savings. Over time, we’ve learned about real-world applications and behavioral techniques that can encourage savings. Recently, the Setting Every Community...
Understanding the Next Stage of the Employee Retention Credit (ERTC) Process: What Small Business Owners Need to Know
The IRS has recently entered the next stage of reviewing ERTC claims. If you've submitted a claim and are waiting for a tax credit, it’s important to understand what this update means for your business. In this post, we’ll summarize the latest IRS update, discuss what...
Five Key Requirements in the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
Through California’s Workplace Violence Prevention Plan, employers are expected to train employees and create a prevention plan for their workplace. Because there are specific record-keeping requirements and incident logs that you must use, it’s important to prepare...
Manufacturers and Sunday Work: State Scheduling, Pay Mandates
By Robert S. Seigel, Jackson Lewis Attorneys at Law For manufacturers in some industries, Sunday work is a necessity. For others, it is an alternative used occasionally to meet production goals. Whatever the reason for scheduling work on Sundays, manufacturers should...
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