Terminations — making a difficult conversation easier

• May 27, 2021

It's normal to experience doubt, guilt, and anxiety before a termination, but with the right preparation you can make a difficult conversation easier.

Post-COVID record keeping — what you’re required to keep

• May 26, 2021

Record-keeping was already complicated, after the pandemic, it's even more so. Ensure you're keeping the right records to avoid trouble in the future.

What’s the opposite of working from home?

• May 25, 2021

Working from home is new, but homing from work has been around forever. 93% of employees take time to handle personal matters during the work day. So what?

Close shave: Is it legal to set a no-beard facial hair policy for male staff?

• May 24, 2021

Businesses want employees to represent their business well, but not having exceptions for facial hair and grooming policies could land you in trouble.

FMLA eligibility checklist — is your employee eligible for FMLA leave?

• May 21, 2021

This FMLA eligibility checklist makes it easy to determine if you're an FMLA eligible employer and if an employee themself is eligible for FMLA leave.

How to write a winning business proposal and land new clients

• May 20, 2021

Writing a winning business proposal isn't just about being passionate, you need to show clients you're uniquely positioned to solve their problems.

FMLA and mental health — what you need to know as an employer

• May 19, 2021

Mental health can qualify as a serious health condition under the FMLA, but it's important to understand the unique nuances of how these two things relate.

Summer dress codes: Inclusive policies for warm weather

• May 18, 2021

Before establishing a summer dress code, be sure your policies are fair and sound. Gendered language and restrictive hair policies may not fly anymore.

Employee wellness benefits are shifting focus to reflect modern times

• May 17, 2021

Many of the changes to healthcare brought about by the pandemic are here to stay, and smart businesses are adjusting benefits to keep up.

Do we have to pay employees who clock in early?

• May 14, 2021

You cannot withhold pay from employees, even if they clock in early. However, you can apply strategies to deter this and avoid paying overtime.

5 common OSHA violations employers must be familiar with

• May 13, 2021

OSHA violations aren't just about the penalties. Serious violations can harm your perception with future employees, customers, the public, and more.

Advances of the child tax credit are messier than you may think

• May 12, 2021

Advances of the child tax credit are not as simple as one may expect, without caution you could find yourself owing the IRS a large lump-sum come tax season

Set social media policies that protect your company instead of creating liability

• May 11, 2021

When employees engage in inappropriate behavior on social media it can quickly become a social and legal liability if you don't know how to respond.

Companies should prepare to handle a slew of vacation requests this summer

• May 10, 2021

Going into summer, employees have a lot of saved up PTO and will be looking to spend it. Businesses will have to determine how to navigate it.

Why you must start succession management planning now – a case study

• May 07, 2021

Smart HR leaders will push businesses to start succession management planning or risk being unable to weather unexpected twists.

Understanding Willful violations under OSHA’s General Duty Clause

• May 06, 2021

Even employers following all of their industry-specific safety standards can run afoul of OSHA's General Duty Clause and be hit with hefty citations.

COVID litigation, lessons for businesses from the courtroom

• May 05, 2021

As vaccinations spread, litigation around COVID-19 is in full swing. The 10,000+ lawsuits already filed can serve as a warning for wary businesses.

8 common grammar mistakes to avoid in business writing

• May 04, 2021

Grammar mistakes are common, but when writing for business it's important to put your best foot forward and write both accurately and professionally.

5 common red flags that could get your business audited by the IRS

• May 03, 2021

Sometimes it's just bad luck, but other times your business practices may raise alarm at the IRS. Know what to look out for to avoid IRS audits.

Help underperforming employees own their performance improvement

• April 30, 2021

Underperforming employees can hurt productivity and morale, but with the right steps, a good manager can turn underperformers into star employees.