Every employee deserves to have time away from the job in which they can pursue activities to relax, unwind or do pretty much whatever they want in – provided they’re legal, of course. But for employers, finding a balance between offering paid leave to employees, and keeping their business running smoothly, can be tough. While […]
The Importance of Legal Guidance for Small Businesses
Running a small business is filled with a variety of challenges, none of which are more complex than employer laws and regulations. With laws changing at both state and federal level frequently, and often at short notice, it can be hard to stay legally compliant and communicate what’s necessary to your employees. With a small […]
The Role of HR in Preventing Cyber Crime Attacks on Businesses
A continuing and growing threat, cyber attacks are a terrifying reality for many businesses and individuals the world over, and none more so than in the U.S. In some instances, cybercriminals are finding ways to infiltrate organizations through their own employees, and this could be through something as simple as an employee clicking on a […]
Are Your Healthcare Benefits Baffling Your Employees?
While healthcare for most individuals isn’t usually straightforward, health benefits for employees are notoriously complex, often leaving the recipient unable to understand the level of care they’re entitled to, what the coverage includes and where to find the appropriate provider, let alone able to navigate the insurance claims process. In studies conducted in recent years, […]
How To Retain Employees and Boost Productivity with an LMS
Never heard of an LMS before? Don’t know the importance of investing in the continuous learning and development of your employees? If you didn’t already know it, people are driven by learning; just take a look at the popularity of unpaid internships. As an employer, you can take advantage of this fact and use it […]
A Guide to Detecting and Preventing Payroll Fraud
It’s an unfortunate reality that in many instances, payroll fraud isn’t detected, or even suspected, until large amounts of money have gone missing, and it can even take years for timesheet fraud or ghost employees to become apparent. To help your business prevent payroll fraud, you could try hiring a remote payroll service, who are […]