Human Resources
Promoting Wellness for Remote Employees
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the ways businesses connect to their employees in both obvious ways and no-so-obvious ones. That companies need to find ways to manage tasks and communication differently is obvious. But have you thought about your employees’ wellness? Health and safety comes first. With everyone at home, patterns of life have changed,…
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Small Business Survey Round 2
We recently shared the results of a survey conducted among 1,000 small and midsized businesses about how they’ve been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic and their outlook for the future. Now that some things have changed, such as the passage of the CARES Act, the Paycheck Protection Program loans, and a few weeks of experience,…
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EEOC Guidance on Covid-19
Representatives of the EEOC recently conducted a Q&A session answering questions about how the ADA and other statutes are being enforced during the Covid-19 pandemic. The key point, reinforced throughout the session, is that these laws are still in place, but employers also should be following guidance from the CDC and health authorities. For summaries…
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Leave Time for Absent Employees
During this unprecedented time, businesses that remain open will are likely to still face increased employee absences. Whether employees are feeling ill, taking care of a sick family member, or having to stay home due to school closings, employers have to be prepared, while also being aware of the various laws that apply to absent…
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Managing in Cyberspace
Not only has it been a growing trend for businesses to hire employees or independent contractors who take care of their work out of office, but in the current COVID-19 pandemic, many other businesses have been forced to adopt remote work, with their employees. Managing your employees in an office setting requires a fairly common…
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Coronavirus Resource Center for Small Businesses
Wondering how your small business can navigate the ongoing challenges stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic? This continues to be one of the biggest challenges small businesses have ever faced, and the situation is constantly changing. To help you stay on top of it all, we’ve created a special COVID-19 Small Business Resource Center, complete with…
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How to Proactively Manage Remote Employees
With so many people working remotely, it’s important for businesses to know what to do to handle a remote workforce, especially when it’s a sudden change. Be proactive about setting expectations and goals, and find creative ways to engage the team. This change will impact people in different ways, so treat each employee individually and…
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Consultant’s Corner: Considerations for Engaging Independent Contractors
Q: I’m thinking about engaging an independent contractor. What do I need to know before I start? It is important to understand that there is no worker classification known as a “1099 employee.” Workers are either classified as employees or independent contractors. Compensation for services rendered by workers classified as employees is reported on Form…
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Protecting Your Business During the Coronavirus Crisis
Are you wondering how the COVID-19 epidemic could impact your business operations, and what you can do to protect your business and your employees? Your employees likely have questions, as well, so it’s important to think ahead about how to manage the situation. We have 12 tips to help you navigate this crisis, including keeping…
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Salary History Bans
Do you ask job candidates for their salary history? Be careful: 14 states, plus several major cities and counties, have banned the practice for private employers. So what do these bans mean for your business? If you live in one of these states or cities, this will impact the way you budget for salaries, as…
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