Are you looking for unique ways to celebrate employee birthdays? Or maybe you’ve been doing the same old thing for everyone for years and want to spice it up? Either way, you’re on the right track! Even though it may seem small, it’s worth celebrating birthdays at work as a form of recognition and boosting… Read More »
When small business owners think of recruiting and job postings, job sites like Indeed and Glassdoor are often the first that come to mind—but there are many more options, including social media recruiting. And we know what you’re thinking, but when it comes to social media, there is more than LinkedIn, too! If you haven’t… 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 »
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 »
No matter how great a job and a company sound, there is one thing all smart and talented professionals want to know: What does it pay?! The days of employers hiding pay rates and employees simply accepting it are gone. Pay transparency—the practice of openly sharing information about your compensation practices with employees and applicants—is… Read More »
What are the effects of inflation on businesses and employees? And what can employers do to stay ahead and secure both their company and their people? For one thing, if you’re not already considering inflation, how it affects your team, and what you can do to alleviate the strain, you’re already behind. Perhaps you haven’t… Read More »
With all the loan forgiveness talk and changes over the last few years, things can get confusing. If you work in the public service sector, you may be wondering about the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program and if it’s still active. What is it? How do you know if you qualify? And how do… Read More »
More employers are coming up with creative ways to attract and retain talent. Many are now implementing lifestyle spending accounts, also known as lifestyle savings accounts. Adding lifestyle spending accounts to their employee benefits packages helps employers stand out. These funds are an excellent solution for companies that wish to support their employees’ physical, financial,… Read More »
On January 24th, 2023, Amazon Pharmacy rolled out RxPass. The prescription subscription service allows Prime members to order generic medications delivered to their doorstep for a flat monthly fee of $5. The initial list includes over 50 generic drugs that treat more than 80 common health conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, anxiety, and… Read More »
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