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Employee Exceptions
Employee Exceptions

Effective business owners strive for engaged and happy employees who will be more productive. However, in their attempt to cater to an employee who seems to need an exception (i.e., modified pay structure or PTO policy, cash loan, etc.), we’ve observed our clients painting themselves into a compliance corner that is oftentimes difficult, and potentially expensive, to navigate. However, before de…

Do You Have Employees Who are Considered 'On-Call'?
Do You Have Employees Who are Considered 'On-Call'?

With the recent Fair Labor Standards Act updates to employment rules, more scrutiny is being given to certain classifications of employees to make sure they are being paid properly. One group that is often overlooked are those employees who are in an 'on-call' situation. Some of these employees may be answering phones in the evenings or weekends, covering emergency situations, or simply available …

5 TIPS ON CREATING A WINNING PTO POLICY FOR YOUR BUSINESS
5 TIPS ON CREATING A WINNING PTO POLICY FOR YOUR BUSINESS

In the payroll business, we see many versions of time off policies – it’s rare to have two that are the same. However, one thing we do see with regularity is business owners tying themselves in knots trying to implement a policy that they think is fair for everyone. What they end up doing is creating a lot of work for themselves in the process. Here are some suggestions to keep in mind while creating or revising your time-off policy.

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Employee Exceptions
Employee Exceptions

Effective business owners strive for engaged and happy employees who will be more productive. However, in their attempt to cater to an employee who seems to need an exception (i.e., modified pay structure or PTO policy, cash loan, etc.), we’ve observed our clients painting themselves into a compliance corner that is oftentimes difficult, and potentially expensive, to navigate. However, before de…

Do You Have Employees Who are Considered 'On-Call'?
Do You Have Employees Who are Considered 'On-Call'?

With the recent Fair Labor Standards Act updates to employment rules, more scrutiny is being given to certain classifications of employees to make sure they are being paid properly. One group that is often overlooked are those employees who are in an 'on-call' situation. Some of these employees may be answering phones in the evenings or weekends, covering emergency situations, or simply available …

5 TIPS ON CREATING A WINNING PTO POLICY FOR YOUR BUSINESS
5 TIPS ON CREATING A WINNING PTO POLICY FOR YOUR BUSINESS

In the payroll business, we see many versions of time off policies – it’s rare to have two that are the same. However, one thing we do see with regularity is business owners tying themselves in knots trying to implement a policy that they think is fair for everyone. What they end up doing is creating a lot of work for themselves in the process. Here are some suggestions to keep in mind while creating or revising your time-off policy.

8 REASONS YOUR ORGANIZATION SHOULD HAVE AN EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
8 REASONS YOUR ORGANIZATION SHOULD HAVE AN EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK

A well written and comprehensive employee handbook will benefit both the employee and the employer. Employees will gain a better sense of the organization and employers will know that they have made the policies and expectations clear to its workers. Here are some of the specific reasons that every employer should create and maintain an accurate handbook:

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.

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