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Furlough vs. layoff: What’s the difference, and what do employers need to know?

Insperity

PTO payout. Laid-off employees are removed from the payroll and, in states that require it, must be paid for any unused paid time off (PTO) they have accrued with their final paycheck. You can allow employees to use PTO during the furlough, but you’ll likely want to consider the pros and cons of this option.

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Employee offboarding strategy: Saying farewell the right way

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Issue final pay, which encompasses the last paycheck, unused paid time off (PTO) and pending bonuses. How a PEO can help If offboarding preparation and all the associated tasks sound overwhelming, a professional employer organization (PEO) can serve as a valuable resource for businesses.

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What Are The Different Types Of PEOs To Choose From?

Genesis HR Solutions

From my perspective, as the president and CEO of a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) and an HR veteran, there are two types of PEOs small and midsize business have to choose from: PEOs who lead with technology, or. PEOs who lead with relationships. First things first: What is a PEO?

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Employee terminations 101: What to say and do when it happens

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This may vary depending on a specific company and its organizational structure and culture, but generally the following parties should be present when an employee is terminated: The employee’s direct supervisor or manager A third-party witness (for example, the manager’s manager or a human resources [HR] professional).

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6 big soft cost savings associated with HR outsourcing

Insperity

Major hard cost savings can be linked directly to utilizing an outsourced HR provider, such as a professional employer organization (PEO). To learn more about how the HR outsourcing savings that can benefit your business, download our free magazine: The Insperity guide to HR outsourcing.

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Overworked employees: 6 warning signs to watch for

Insperity

You’ll also want to collect some more information about the employee’s workload or consider hiring a professional employer organization, or PEO , to dig deeper into your organization’s processes for managing workflow. Send out regular salary surveys to see how your organization stacks up.

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Employee sabbaticals: Are they right for your company?

Insperity

First, paid time off (PTO) is typically given to all employees and follows a specific formula, such as two weeks’ vacation after the first year of employment. Will employees be able to pair a sabbatical with other types of leave, such as FMLA or PTO? Distinguishing sabbaticals from other types of leave.