Whether you just hired your first employee or you’ve been managing a growing team for some time, you’re researching HR outsourcing for a reason. Perhaps you: Want a more affordable way to manage your people and operations than staffing a whole HR department Are concerned and overwhelmed at the thought of compliance Need assistance with… Read More »
Many employers think of ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation when it comes to diversity. They forget to recruit people from various age groups. But generational diversity is another key to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in your workplace — especially now that we have five generations working alongside one another! Many employers think that… Read More »
Do you have employees? Then you’re bound to experience workplace conflicts at some point. The question is, how will you handle them to maintain company morale and productivity? All managers must understand the delicate art of conflict resolution in the workplace. You’ll need to take certain steps to understand both sides and the heart of… Read More »
Growing a family should be a joyful, exciting time. But for many employees, it is also very stressful as they’re forced to figure out parental leave and how taking that leave could affect them financially. We’ve discussed before how unique employee benefits are now critical for companies to attract and retain top talent. Well, parental… Read More »
Most employers are feeling the heat when it comes to standing out and attracting top notch candidates. Now, the best talent expects employers to put their money where their mouth is with meaningful employee benefits and perks. Offering a high-quality benefits package is crucial not only for attracting stellar candidates, but also for employee retention.… Read More »
Are you considering buying a business but new to mergers and acquisitions? Despite how well-established another company is, how successful they’ve been, or how amazing their culture and team appear, you should never acquire a business without doing your due diligence. There are many factors to consider before jumping into a deal. Plus, you’ll need… Read More »
Many New Hampshire businesses are struggling to hire right now. How can you get creative, keep your company productive and geared for growth, and do some good? Consider an apprenticeship program! Work-based learning is an excellent way for employers to hire top-notch talent, develop them, and turn them into long-term employees. Fortunately, there are resources… Read More »
Employers already have to be on the ball when it comes to hiring. But as laws become more protective of employees and candidates, recruiters and hiring managers must also beware of what information they may and may not ask for. Two hot topics are salary history bans and background checks. Many states are now banning… Read More »
If your organization requires employees to travel for work, you must understand how and when to compensate them for their travel time. This is not so much an issue for exempt employees, who receive the same amount each pay period no matter what. However, federal and state rules require employers to pay for non-exempt employee… Read More »
While the nationwide vaccine mandate was blocked in January, businesses can still implement masking, vaccination, and testing requirements. But there are still many questions and little official guidance for employers – particularly around independent contractors. If you decide to put these requirements in place, you need to be prepared for specific situations. These include medical… Read More »
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