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HOW TO BUILD A SUCCESSFUL AND LASTING PARTNERSHIP
HOW TO BUILD A SUCCESSFUL AND LASTING PARTNERSHIP

It can be said a partnership is a bit like a marriage.You must trust, respect, and have the commitment to work together for a common goal. It is also common to hear that a partnership will never last, which is true because we will either outlive the business or the business will outlive us. Here are some pointers on making a business partnership last:

EMPLOYEE HANDBOOKS AND WHAT TO CONSIDER
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOKS AND WHAT TO CONSIDER

Putting your own handbook in place or simply downloading a handbook template from the web can get you into trouble. Make sure you consult a Human Resources expert before you put something together yourself. Watch the video below to learn more.

COMPANY CULTURE – WHO DO YOU WANT TO BE?
COMPANY CULTURE – WHO DO YOU WANT TO BE?

Can your clients and prospective clients tell what kind of relationship they will have with your business based merely on the culture you’ve created? That is, the behavior of your employees, the “feel” of doing business with you, and everything else that makes up a business’s culture. More often than not, the answer is yes.

AUTOMATED TIMEKEEPING – ARE YOU STILL RECORDING TIME MANUALLY?
AUTOMATED TIMEKEEPING – ARE YOU STILL RECORDING TIME MANUALLY?

Automated time tracking services are geared toward providing highly accurate, real-time reporting and monitoring of employee work hours. This level of advanced technology has not existed for very long. Most employers, especially larger companies, use some form of digital time clock. However, for smaller and even medium-sized businesses, this is not the standard. But, it certainly should be.

WELCOMING NEW BUSINESS OWNERS
WELCOMING NEW BUSINESS OWNERS

There are a lot of processes going on behind a business than the actual business itself. One of these is hiring and what you need for a new hire. Payroll Vault has a new hire packet to offer assistance in guiding new business owners through the process of hiring employees. Watch the video below to learn more.

IS YOUR PAYROLL PROCESSING SYSTEM EFFECTIVELY SERVING ALL YOUR NEEDS?
IS YOUR PAYROLL PROCESSING SYSTEM EFFECTIVELY SERVING ALL YOUR NEEDS?

Many employers don’t take the time to evaluate their payroll system on a regular basis, which can result in using archaic methods (like paper time cards) that end up costing more in time and money. To ensure that your payroll process is the most cost- and time-efficient, evaluate your current process against the following payroll best practices.

LABOR POSTERS…YOU’VE GOT TO HAVE THEM
LABOR POSTERS…YOU’VE GOT TO HAVE THEM

Labor posters are required by law. All businesses that employee at least one employee are required to display current posters that explain federal and state law as it pertains to employees. And this is one area where you don’t want to be non-compliant because it can result in hefty fines. So, you know you need them, now, what are your options?

BACKGROUND CHECKS – WHY BUSINESSES NEED THEM
BACKGROUND CHECKS – WHY BUSINESSES NEED THEM

It’s critical that business owners know who they are hiring. Part of a thorough screening process is running a background check, which is quickly becoming a common practice.. Having all the facts on potential candidates is not only important to selecting the best person for the job, but it’s also an important factor in protecting your business.

SELF-EVALUATION FOR SMALL-BUSINESS SUCCESS
SELF-EVALUATION FOR SMALL-BUSINESS SUCCESS

Performing an honest self-evaluation is a critical step in deciding if you should start a business. Behind any successful venture is typically someone who has taken the time to do the work up front before jumping into business ownership. A self-evaluation is part of the initial work, and requires you to take a close look at what it will take to start and grow your business at all levels—including time, money, and resources.

MANAGING GROWTH AND EXPANSION OF YOUR BUSINESS
MANAGING GROWTH AND EXPANSION OF YOUR BUSINESS

When talking to most successful business owners, the word growth brings feelings of joy and optimism. But there are two sides to growth, the good and the bad. Practitioners need to understand that ‘good growth’ can bring greater success and increased revenue. ‘Good growth’ occurs when you are prepared for challenges and react in a positive manner to meet and exceed potential obstacles.

HEALTH CARE REFORM AND ITS IMPACT ON BUSINESS
HEALTH CARE REFORM AND ITS IMPACT ON BUSINESS

With health care reform comes more stringent rules. Increasing regulations forced upon business owners only makes it harder to operate. Take advantage of experts around you and outsource your payroll to a payroll company that knows the regulations and can keep you in compliance.

DOES CONVERTING TO GREEN PAYROLL REALLY PAY OFF?
DOES CONVERTING TO GREEN PAYROLL REALLY PAY OFF?

Green. Again and again we see the routinely overused buzzword associated with being more environmentally friendly. Besides its place in our vocabulary, are you using green methods throughout your business? Do you know what benefits you are missing out on if you’re not going green?

SHOULD I BUY A FRANCHISE OR START MY OWN?
SHOULD I BUY A FRANCHISE OR START MY OWN?

Owning a business is a dream of many people and a franchise provides that opportunity. To help determine if franchise ownership is right for you, do your research. Talk to franchisees and franchisors. Research what type of business you would like to own, and look at the risk involved.

10 THINGS TO LOOK FOR IN A PAYROLL PROCESSING PROVIDER
10 THINGS TO LOOK FOR IN A PAYROLL PROCESSING PROVIDER

Time and time again, businesses that are taking on the burden of performing tasks and processes in-house will find it more beneficial to outsource, and sometimes even less expensive. The same goes for payroll and this is a trend that only continues to gain momentum in its growth.

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