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How to Have Difficult Conversations With Employees
Having difficult conversations is never easy, but most leaders will have them at some point in their careers. Whether it’s addressing an employee about unprofessional dress, having an unpleasant body odor, or disciplining poor performance, it’s the manager’s...
9 Tax Mistakes Made by Growing Businesses
Running a business is exciting, but it’s also fraught with risk. One small mistake on your business tax return could mean underpayment, penalties, and a potential criminal investigation. Even worse, you could overpay when you need operating capital the most. An easy...
6 Benefits of a Web-Based Payroll and HR System
Most human resource departments have ditched paper and are successfully going digital. While some companies still use a paper-based system, it’s clear that those who have embraced digital technology are reaping the benefits. In addition to being more efficient and...
Rapid Growth Can Lead to Compliance Issues
Small business owners wear a lot of hats, especially when they first launch their companies. Accountant, manager, payroll specialist, benefits administrator, and HR generalist may be among the roles owners adopt while trying to build a successful business. Doing so in...
Top 5 Business Challenges and How a PEO Can Help
Don’t bother starting a business if you expect it to be easy. A successful business requires time, talent, and tenacity. We’ve all heard the depressing statistics of business failure. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 80% of businesses...
5 Ways to Get Sued for Wrongful Termination
Small to medium-sized businesses in the United States face a 12 percent risk of being sued by an employee, according to a 2015 study by specialty insurer Hiscox. The cost of defending and settling those claims averaged approximately $125,000. Employers typically have...
Can and Should You Require Employees to Take Paid Time Off (PTO)?
An estimated 200 million vacation days are forfeited by American workers each year, resulting in more than $66 billion in lost benefits, according to the U.S. Travel Association. While it may seem like that sacrifice is good for your company’s bottom line, the issue...
Common Misconceptions About Co-Employment
For some business owners, the term “co-employment” is scary. They envision sharing control of their day-to-day businesses with another entity. But the truth is co-employment is far from frightening. Co-employment can be empowering, growth-inducing, and...
What to Do Before Terminating an Employee
Employers must understand that termination of an employee can come with some risk. It is important to follow employment policies and state and federal laws when terminating employees.