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9 Things HR Needs to Know About Auditing a PTO Policy | BerniePortal

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Whether reworking your organization’s time off benefits or making a few changes, find out what HR needs to know about auditing a company’s PTO policy.

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What to Expect from this Year’s All-Virtual Elevate Event

Hireology

Elevate 2020 — the only retail automotive event focused on building your best-in-class people operations — is right around the corner, slated to kickoff September 15th as an all-virtual event that’s free to attend. Click here to register! We’re thrilled to rethink the format this year to help you connect with other retail automotive leaders and learn how to combat the challenges you may face as the industry evolves.

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Working From Home 2.0 – 5 Skills for Success

HR Bartender

A couple of weeks ago, I wrote an article on “ Working from Home Version 2.0: 5 Things to Consider ” and honestly, it was very focused on setting up a work environment that helps you to be productive. While I believe those things are important, it occurred to me after the article published that creating a good work environment is only half of the story.

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Payroll Tax vs. Income Tax

Patriot Software

Tax withholding comes with the territory of being an employer. Employment taxes can be broken down into payroll taxes and income taxes. Most people use the terms interchangeably. But when you hear about a payroll tax deferral, you probably want to know the exact difference between payroll tax vs. income tax. Income tax vs. payroll […] READ MORE.

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Balancing Cost and Care: 3 Key Considerations for Cost Optimization in 2024

Discover essential strategies for employers to balance cost optimization with care. The top priorities for employers in 2024 are retaining talent, growing revenue and sales, and attracting talent. To achieve these goals, employers are turning towards comprehensive total rewards strategies informed by data-driven insights. Hear from industry experts on cost optimization strategies and how to leverage these approaches for a healthier workforce.

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Returning To Work After Lockdown – How To Make Employees Feel Safe In The Office

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With businesses beginning to slowly reopen following worldwide lockdowns and restrictions, employers are being faced with the task of working out how to make a safe transition back into the office. Whilst a lot of employees are keen to return to work for the sake of their mental health, some are perfectly content with working […].

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How Twitter Thrives As A Fully Remote Organization w/ CHRO, Jennifer Christie

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In March of 2020 when COVID-19 hit the US, many organizations updated their remote work policies at least temporarily to allow people to work from home. Twitter made headlines in May by announcing that a remote work option would be available to their 5,000+ full time workforce, forever! In the latest Best-Self Management podcast episode, I sat down with Jennifer Christie, the VP of People and Chief Human Resources Officer at Twitter, to discuss what she has learned from making the shift to fully

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8 Tips to Manage and Motivate Senior Employees

HR Digest

The workforce is a mix of the new and the old, new recruits and young managerial staff with the elder and senior employees who have been giving their all from years. As such, the Gen X people of an organization should learn ways to motivate and manage the poll of senior and older workforce. The young and the old, both these generations have a different way of looking at things.

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13 of the Best Money Saving Tips During Quarantine

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You’re sitting at home preparing to balance your checkbook. You thought you would save a lot this month. However, you still have to keep the lights on, the AC working, and pay rent. Expenses still exist, even when you’re stuck inside. The pandemic has only brought about new financial challenges. But don’t stress! One, it isn’t […].

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How To Handle Toxic Employees?

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As HR experts, you strive tirelessly to build a work atmosphere and an organizational culture that increases profitability, improve loyalty, and encourages employee happiness. It is fundamental for maintaining an active business as long as possible. However, despite all your stunning endeavors, you can't control individuals' intrinsic perspectives and practices.

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Individual Development Plan Template

There’s no way around it: sometimes employees need your help. Use this free template to clarify expectations, share resources, and set a timeline. Best case scenario, this process helps them improve. Worst case, your great recordkeeping keeps you compliant even if they move on. Download the template today!

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Could Obamacare be Repealed by the Supreme Court in 2021? | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

On Aug. 19, 2020, CNN reported that the United States Supreme Court plans to hear oral arguments about the Affordable Care Act (ACA) a week after the presidential election. What’s the story, and should employers plan for a future without Obamacare?

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Half of American employees think HR is not trustworthy

Business Management Daily

From day one of employment, the human resources department plays a vital role in a worker’s organizational experience. Companies encourage employees to seek out HR professionals for assistance with any issues related to their job — questions about paychecks and benefits, clarification on policies, problems with co-workers or management, and concerns over workplace culture and operations, to name a few.

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The Beginner’s Guide to Investing in Precious Metals

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About 53 percent of the American population invests their money in the hopes of growing their wealth and increasing their annual income. While the bulk of those investments happen with standard stocks, bonds, and funds, many investors are starting to recognize the benefits of investing in precious metals. Buying precious metals like gold and silver is a […].

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The Pros and Cons of Healthcare Sharing Ministries

PeopleKeep

If you’re experiencing some sticker shock with your 2021 health insurance increases, you’re not alone. Many people are searching for alternative healthcare solutions, including health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) and healthcare sharing ministries.

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The Ultimate Performance Review Checklist

Performance reviews are a proactive way to engage with your employees, provide clear communication about expectations, and acknowledge them for their hard work. But getting the right framework and creating consistency across your organization can be tricky. We put together this checklist to help you evaluate your current performance review process and equip managers with the right tools to perform individual assessments.

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FMLA: New Forms Issued by DOL Offer Ease, Simplicity | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Released in mid-July, 2020, new Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) forms make it easier for employers, employees, leave administrators, and healthcare providers to gather and deliver data. Here’s what you need to know about the latest updates.

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Essential steps to creating an emergency plan for your business

Business Management Daily

As the COVID-19 pandemic has shown, employers must have an emergency plan to quickly adapt to changes. Without proper risk management, employers can be caught off-guard – with catastrophic consequences. Even after the COVID-19 national emergency is over, risks remain. COVID-19 hot spots may reemerge. Some schools may suddenly switch to remote learning when a teacher tests positive.

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5 Things to Know About Running a Restaurant

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Opening your own restaurant can be an exciting yet stressful adventure. There are many different factors that you’ll have to consider before officially opening your business, and you’ll have to make sure that you plan everything well in advance. You’ll need to have a clear business plan that can help you to set goals and […].

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Social Justice Movement, COVID-19 and the Future of Work

HR Digest

Despite radically different underlying causes, the COVID-19 pandemic and the social justice movement do have something in common in terms of impact: They’ve laid bare systemic vulnerabilities and catalyzed widespread change. And points of contact between the two are not alone abstract. Black Americans are statistically overrepresented in nine of the 10 lowest-wage, highest-contact jobs that are considered “essential services.” You can see that clearly in places like New York, t

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?

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SUTA Tax Requirements for Employers: State-by-state Breakdown

Patriot Software

As an employer, one of your responsibilities is withholding and paying certain taxes, like SUTA tax. But if you’re a new employer, this process can be a bit confusing at first. Read on to learn what the SUTA tax requirements are in your state. SUTA tax overview Before you dive into the SUTA tax requirements […] READ MORE.

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The Caregiver Crisis at Work During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Best Money Moves

The caregiver crisis at work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Parents need flexibility from employers to balance work duties and caretaking as many districts continue with virtual learning. More than half of parents who quit their jobs and filed for unemployment benefits this spring said closures of schools and daycare facilities due to the developing COVID-19 pandemic forced them to quit, according to research by Morning Consult for the Bipartisan Policy Center.

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This Is How to Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness

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Are you swimming in debt because of student loans? If so, you’re probably wondering how to qualify for student loan forgiveness. But, are student loans forgiven? The good news is, there are ways to qualify for student loan forgiveness. The not so great news is that there are strict stipulations according to how and why […].

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How to write an effective job posting

HR Digest

We often confuse job postings with job descriptions. A job posting is meant to sell applicants on your organization, team, location, and all the things that make your company a great place to work for. A job description is what you should use to provide a detailed checklist of the responsibilities and expectations for a job that a company uses internally.

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Want To Enhance Your Total Rewards To Achieve Organizational Success? Start Here.

Are you looking for ways to enhance your employee value proposition? Gallagher Better Works SM Insights has got you covered! Dive into the latest magazine issue and discover how flexibility, equity, recognition and strategically applied resources can improve your total rewards package. Download the PDF to learn more about: Building retirement benefits for a global and mobile workforce Promoting employee and organizational growth through succession planning Empowering women in leadership through

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How to Boost Your Employee’s Productivity and Morale During a Pandemic

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The recent COVID-19 pandemic has come as a shock to many and has caused quite a significant impact on both employees and businesses. With many stores, schools, and universities closing, it has put extra pressure on the individuals who are still able to work. In this article, we’ll discuss how you can boost your employee’s productivity and morale during a pandemic.

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Your choice: To ditch Social Security tax withholding or not

Business Management Daily

President Trump’s executive order suspending the employee portion of Social Security taxes, issued two weeks ago, left many employers wondering what to do. Then, the Treasury Department offered some clarity on the payroll tax. According to Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, deferring employees’ share of Social Security taxes will be optional for employers.

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Research You Need to Do When You First Start Thinking About Buying a House

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Buying a house is one of those big life decisions that brings about a whole host of new freedoms and responsibilities. However, you should not simply dive into buying a house because you think it’s the right time. Instead, you’ll need to do a bit of necessary research when you first start thinking about buying […].

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How to write an Appraisal Request Email

HR Digest

An appraisal is a much-deserved raise of each employee. It is an annual hike in the pay of the employee depending on their work performance and goals achieved in a year. It is essential for every worker to seek the much-deserved appraisal through an official mail. Many people find it difficult to ask for a raise, the more difficulty lies in facing the employer to ask for it.

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.