Hiring new employees can be costly, and frequent turnover can hurt your business goals. That’s why many employers offer benefits to help attract and retain good employees. Most employees see traditional benefits – like PTO and health insurance – as …
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Distinguishing between strategic HR and transactional HR has become crucial for businesses aiming to navigate the complexities of the modern workforce. While both elements are essential to the success of any company, understanding the different functions of these two types …
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Employees are looking for more value from their employers, with learning and development opportunities being at the top of their lists. Providing the training employees need when they join your team along with access to continued professional development helps boost …
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By Salvatore G. Gangemi | February 15, 2024 The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued a Final Rule on the standards for determining independent contractor status for purposes of minimum wage and overtime pay issues under the Fair Labor …
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Benjamin Franklin is arguably one of the most quotable of our Founding Fathers. He was a well-spoken man, an author and an orator with many accomplishments, including founding the University of Pennsylvania. His eloquent speeches helped inspire the American Revolution. …
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As an employer, you have responsibilities towards your employees. Many of these responsibilities are explicitly outlined in labor laws. These are laws about how to compensate employees, what you need to pay in overtime, and how to properly categorize employees. …
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Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z all communicate differently and sometimes don’t understand each other. Feedback is misinterpreted, people are quick to judge, and we’re stuck with labels like “boomer” and “snowflake.” What does it take to break …
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From geopolitical tensions and social justice movements to public health crises, global and political events increasingly spill over into the workplace. These issues evoke strong emotions and opinions among employees, presenting unique challenges for human resources (HR) leaders and teams. …
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There’s no such thing as a conflict-free workplace. Some tension is a normal part of bringing together a group of very different people and asking them to spend 40+ hours a week collaborating to meet common goals. Conflict isn’t …
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Are you debating whether some of your employees should receive exempt status? Then you may want to follow the recent proposed changes to the minimum salary for exempt employees. Currently, the minimum salary an employee needs to receive to be …
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