One common misconception from prospects and clients is that we help them create their brand mission, vision, and value statements. BlueLion does NOT offer this as part of our services! While we are concerned with the humans within your organization and ensuring your company remains compliant, these statements are better left to pros like branding… Read More »
In the ever-evolving landscape of employment law, employers must clearly understand their rights and responsibilities. One piece of legislation that often raises questions is the Portal-to-Portal Act. Passed in 1947, this amendment to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) defines compensable working time for employees. Many employers ask whether they must pay employees for time… Read More »
If you have a virtual team, you’ve likely heard of and tried countless ideas to support your team-building and productivity, especially over the last few years. BlueLion has been building a remote team from Day 1, and we’ve read and tested many of these strategies ourselves. We have found the most important step is maintaining… Read More »
Annual performance reviews are out—and regular, ongoing performance management is in. This looks different for every business, with leaders turning to various combinations of dynamic strategies like quarterly reviews, incentive management, frequent and consistent feedback, and coaching/training. Forward-thinking organizations have finally realized that setting goals and expectations once a year, never to revisit them (ok,… Read More »
As an employer, you may have a general understanding of short-term and long-term disability insurance. But do you clearly understand these benefits and the difference between each? Disabilities can impact anyone, and having the right policies ensures your team members can receive the necessary assistance without unnecessary stress. Everyone should have some type of disability… Read More »
Do you operate a hospitality business in New Hampshire, or are you planning to launch one? Either way, it’s vital to ensure you understand New Hampshire tip laws. New Hampshire has its own minimum wage and tip credit amount. Plus, hospitality industry employers in the Granite State must be careful to avoid coercion by requiring… Read More »
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a new version of Form I-9 and a final ruling on a new alternative procedure allowing for remote Form I-9 inspection. The new optional procedure will be available beginning August 1, 2023. During COVID, flexibilities were implemented, allowing employers to conduct remote I-9 verification. With this exception… Read More »
As employers contemplate ways to stay ahead of the competition, boost employee morale, and enhance their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, many are debating between maternity and paternity leave or parental leave policies. America is one of the only developed countries that doesn’t offer nationwide paid parental or family leave. The Family and Medical… Read More »
In exciting news for both employers and employees, New Hampshire joined a growing list of states and Washington, D.C., when Governor Chris Sununu signed the Granite State Paid Family Leave Plan into law on June 25, 2021. The law went into effect on January 1, 2023. This unique voluntary program is the first in the… Read More »
Finding the perfect candidate to join your team can be challenging, like searching for a needle in a haystack. Resumes and interviews only scratch the surface when assessing a candidate’s fit for a position. Enter the working interview, a unique approach that allows employers to evaluate a candidate’s skills and cultural fit through hands-on experience.… Read More »
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