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Benefits and Components of Workplace Wellness Programs

Nov 30, 2018

Workplace wellness programs are an effective way to lower health care costs, reduce absenteeism, improve behavior, and lessen or eliminate risk factors that contribute to physical and economic burdens. There is good data to suggest that high levels of stress,...

What Is Your Company Growth Strategy? How a PEO Can Help You Grow

Nov 2, 2018

Growing a business isn’t easy. In fact, most businesses start small and stay small. So, how do you set your company up for long-term growth and success? A great way to start is with a company growth strategy. Without one, you might stagnate or fail. If you are...

Creating a Competitive Advantage Through Great Employee Benefits

Oct 26, 2018

Having trouble finding and retaining great employees? You’re not alone. Hiring has been getting harder and turnover is high. Organizations that want a competitive advantage in today’s tight labor market should understand the value of employee benefits. Employers and...

Creating Winning Company Cultures

Oct 12, 2018

Culture isn’t created overnight. It's built on day-to-day expressions of shared attitudes, values, goals, and practices. Creating the norms and expectations of a winning company culture takes time and practice. The trouble is there are many factors at play when it...

Increasing Retention Through Employee Appreciation and Recognition

Oct 5, 2018

To increase retention, improve morale, and boost your bottom line, start taking employee recognition programs seriously. Sometimes employees don’t feel valued. And free pizza won’t cut it. Surveys indicate more than two-thirds of employees don’t feel engaged in the...

What Is a PEO? How Does the PEO Model Work?

Sep 28, 2018

In the business world, PEO stands for Professional Employer Organization. A PEO works with businesses and organizations to help manage payroll, benefits packages, and other HR and administrative duties. According to NAPEO research, “Small businesses that work with a...

Creating and Maintaining a Substance-Free Workplace

Sep 21, 2018

Employers must address the possibility that employees might come to work impaired. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 68.9% of adult illicit drug users are employed full or part time. Additionally, 79.3% of adult binge...

How to Write a Great Job Description

Sep 7, 2018

Job descriptions aren’t just used to recruit and hire top talent, they also define the job and document the work to be performed. The job description helps employees and the entire organization understand exactly what the job is and how it is to be accomplished. The...

How to Write the Best Job Interview Questions

Sep 4, 2018

Avoid tired clichés like "Where do you see yourself in five years?" Get the right person for the job by learning how to write better interview questions. Here are some of the best interview questions to ask and why. Finding and hiring the right candidate for your...