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TriNet Acquires Little Bird HR
Today we announced that we have acquired Little Bird HR, a market-leading provider of employee benefits and HR solutions for charter schools and other education focused businesses.
July 27, 2020 ・1 min read
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Payroll
FAQs for Retroactive Pay
There are numerous reasons that employers may need to issue retroactive pay. Here’s what SBOs should know about it.
July 10, 2020 ・5 mins read
Read more
Research: Employee Retention a Bigger Problem Than Hiring for Small Business
You hear hiring is a big challenge for small business. But according to the statistics, employee turnover is an even bigger problem.
July 8, 2020 ・3 mins read
Read more
Payroll
What Does Retroactive Pay Mean?
Retroactive pay (or retro pay) is when compensation is due to an employee for work they already performed
June 26, 2020 ・4 mins read
Read more
SMB Matters
Transitioning Back to the Workplace – Part 4: Helping Employees Adjust
While some employers will take a more conservative approach to bringing employees back, others may consider transitioning workers to the workplace as soon as local government authorities and public health officials permit. Regardless of the timing, business leaders will need to take actions to help employees adjust to being back in the workplace to help ensure a smooth transition, with least disruption.
June 22, 2020 ・4 mins read
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Startup
8 Ways To Tell Your Customers Your Store is Reopening
Plus 3 more ideas to keep them coming back.
June 12, 2020 ・7 mins read
Read more
SMB Matters
Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act: Update for Small and Medium-Size Businesses
On Friday June 5, 2020, President Trump signed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (Flexibility Act) which will implement substantial changes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). We have been following and updating you on the latest guidance on PPP as issued by Small Business Administration (SBA) through our blog and our recent webinar series. And now we provide you with the summary of the Flexibility Act that will help you pivot and adjust as necessary.
June 11, 2020 ・5 mins read
Read more
Amidst the Pandemic, Bookstores Try Novel Marketing Ideas
Three indie bookstores in different states shared how they’re keeping sales up and connecting with their communities during COVID-19.
June 4, 2020 ・7 mins read
Read more
HR Outsourcing
What Features Should You Look for When Choosing an HRIS?
A mobile app, easy onboarding, benefits, payroll, and scheduling are just a few of the features a good HRIS system should have
May 22, 2020 ・5 mins read
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Benefits
Everything You Need to Know About Employee Leave of Absence
What is a leave of absence and how is it different than regular PTO days? Get all your questions answered here.
May 20, 2020 ・5 mins read
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Payroll
How to Combat Timecard Fraud
Timecard fraud is when an employee says they worked more time than they actually did, and then takes payment for it.
July 24, 2020 ・8 mins read
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Industry Insights
Commemorating the ADA’s 30th Anniversary - Importance of Creating an Inclusive Workplace Culture
The 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a great opportunity for businesses to review their recruiting and hiring practices to ensure that they are welcoming qualified persons with disabilities as an important step towards a more inclusive workplace culture.
July 23, 2020 ・6 mins read
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Industry Insights
Transitioning Back to the Workplace – Part 5: Looking Ahead and Preparing for the Future
As companies move from shelter in place to their new normal, it is important for leaders to remember that shelter in place may happen again. Many speculate that there could be another wave of COVID-19 cases this fall, perhaps at the same time as seasonal flu season begins to peak, and that public health officials could reinstate or renew shelter in place orders. Here are some recommendations on how you can prepare for the possibility of future shelter in place orders.
July 14, 2020 ・5 mins read
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Industry Insights
Employee Assistance Programs: Taking Care of Your Employees During COVID-19 - The Struggle is Real, but EAPs can Help Heal
During these unprecedented times, your employees may be dealing with a myriad of emotions such as stress, grief, uncertainty about the future and feeling isolated. As a business leader or a business owner, you may be considering providing resources to your employees that can help them navigate the current events.
July 1, 2020 ・3 mins read
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Culture
Should Your Business Have Gender-Neutral Bathrooms?
Having gender-neutral bathrooms provides a welcoming environment to workers and clients, and demonstrates a commitment to inclusivity.
June 26, 2020 ・5 mins read
Read more
Industry Insights
COVID-19: Transitioning Back to The Workplace – Part 3: What to Consider as You ‘Unfurlough’ Your Employees
Let’s say you’ve navigated through the pandemic reasonably well and you’re at the point of bringing back to work some of your employees that you furloughed when things shut down. There are a number of things you will need to do at the company level before you unfurlough anyone.
June 16, 2020 ・7 mins read
Read more
HR Essentials
How to Send an Invoice by Email
When it comes to getting paid, sending invoices by email can be quick and convenient. Here’s how to stay on top of the process.
June 12, 2020 ・3 mins read
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Industry Insights
COVID -19: Transitioning Back to The Workplace – Part 2 - Keeping Your Employees Safe in the Face of a Public Health Emergency
Recently we kicked off our blog series helping businesses transition their employees back to the workplace. While there is no “one size fits all” approach to this difficult process, through our blog series we hope to provide some guidance to help businesses during these unprecedented times. Today’s blog highlights some steps you need to take to monitor your employees’ health and manage a positive case in your workplace.
June 9, 2020 ・6 mins read
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Industry Insights
Paycheck Protection Program: Updated Guidance on PPP Loan Forgiveness
As shelter in place restrictions across the country start to lift, many SMB owners juggle pressing priorities including transitioning back their employees to the workplace safely and keeping up with new guidance issued by the government. It can be overwhelming to stay up to date and, through this blog post, we hope to provide you with the latest on PPP loan forgiveness.
June 3, 2020 ・12 mins read
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Industry Insights
Transitioning Back to The Workplace – Part 1: Steps to Take to Create a Safe Environment
The question of when and how around the topic of transitioning back to the workplace is top of mind with many employers and business owners. And as businesses around the country consider reopening there are many factors to consider. Taking precautions and implementing necessary processes will help businesses keep their workplace safe and their employees feeling less anxious as they begin to return to the workplace.
May 20, 2020 ・8 mins read
Read more
Compliance
ACA Affordability Percentage and Calculations for 2020
For plan years starting in 2020, the affordability percentage is 9.78%
May 18, 2020 ・5 mins read
Read more
TriNet Acquires Little Bird HR
Today we announced that we have acquired Little Bird HR, a market-leading provider of employee benefits and HR solutions for charter schools and other education focused businesses.
July 27, 2020 ・1 min read
Read more
Payroll
How to Combat Timecard Fraud
Timecard fraud is when an employee says they worked more time than they actually did, and then takes payment for it.
July 24, 2020 ・8 mins read
Read more
Industry Insights
Commemorating the ADA’s 30th Anniversary - Importance of Creating an Inclusive Workplace Culture
The 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a great opportunity for businesses to review their recruiting and hiring practices to ensure that they are welcoming qualified persons with disabilities as an important step towards a more inclusive workplace culture.
July 23, 2020 ・6 mins read
Read more
Industry Insights
Transitioning Back to the Workplace – Part 5: Looking Ahead and Preparing for the Future
As companies move from shelter in place to their new normal, it is important for leaders to remember that shelter in place may happen again. Many speculate that there could be another wave of COVID-19 cases this fall, perhaps at the same time as seasonal flu season begins to peak, and that public health officials could reinstate or renew shelter in place orders. Here are some recommendations on how you can prepare for the possibility of future shelter in place orders.
July 14, 2020 ・5 mins read
Read more
Payroll
FAQs for Retroactive Pay
There are numerous reasons that employers may need to issue retroactive pay. Here’s what SBOs should know about it.
July 10, 2020 ・5 mins read
Read more
Research: Employee Retention a Bigger Problem Than Hiring for Small Business
You hear hiring is a big challenge for small business. But according to the statistics, employee turnover is an even bigger problem.
July 8, 2020 ・3 mins read
Read more
Industry Insights
Employee Assistance Programs: Taking Care of Your Employees During COVID-19 - The Struggle is Real, but EAPs can Help Heal
During these unprecedented times, your employees may be dealing with a myriad of emotions such as stress, grief, uncertainty about the future and feeling isolated. As a business leader or a business owner, you may be considering providing resources to your employees that can help them navigate the current events.
July 1, 2020 ・3 mins read
Read more
Payroll
What Does Retroactive Pay Mean?
Retroactive pay (or retro pay) is when compensation is due to an employee for work they already performed
June 26, 2020 ・4 mins read
Read more
Culture
Should Your Business Have Gender-Neutral Bathrooms?
Having gender-neutral bathrooms provides a welcoming environment to workers and clients, and demonstrates a commitment to inclusivity.
June 26, 2020 ・5 mins read
Read more
SMB Matters
Transitioning Back to the Workplace – Part 4: Helping Employees Adjust
While some employers will take a more conservative approach to bringing employees back, others may consider transitioning workers to the workplace as soon as local government authorities and public health officials permit. Regardless of the timing, business leaders will need to take actions to help employees adjust to being back in the workplace to help ensure a smooth transition, with least disruption.
June 22, 2020 ・4 mins read
Read more
Industry Insights
COVID-19: Transitioning Back to The Workplace – Part 3: What to Consider as You ‘Unfurlough’ Your Employees
Let’s say you’ve navigated through the pandemic reasonably well and you’re at the point of bringing back to work some of your employees that you furloughed when things shut down. There are a number of things you will need to do at the company level before you unfurlough anyone.
June 16, 2020 ・7 mins read
Read more
Startup
8 Ways To Tell Your Customers Your Store is Reopening
Plus 3 more ideas to keep them coming back.
June 12, 2020 ・7 mins read
Read more
HR Essentials
How to Send an Invoice by Email
When it comes to getting paid, sending invoices by email can be quick and convenient. Here’s how to stay on top of the process.
June 12, 2020 ・3 mins read
Read more
SMB Matters
Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act: Update for Small and Medium-Size Businesses
On Friday June 5, 2020, President Trump signed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (Flexibility Act) which will implement substantial changes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). We have been following and updating you on the latest guidance on PPP as issued by Small Business Administration (SBA) through our blog and our recent webinar series. And now we provide you with the summary of the Flexibility Act that will help you pivot and adjust as necessary.
June 11, 2020 ・5 mins read
Read more
Industry Insights
COVID -19: Transitioning Back to The Workplace – Part 2 - Keeping Your Employees Safe in the Face of a Public Health Emergency
Recently we kicked off our blog series helping businesses transition their employees back to the workplace. While there is no “one size fits all” approach to this difficult process, through our blog series we hope to provide some guidance to help businesses during these unprecedented times. Today’s blog highlights some steps you need to take to monitor your employees’ health and manage a positive case in your workplace.
June 9, 2020 ・6 mins read
Read more
Amidst the Pandemic, Bookstores Try Novel Marketing Ideas
Three indie bookstores in different states shared how they’re keeping sales up and connecting with their communities during COVID-19.
June 4, 2020 ・7 mins read
Read more
Industry Insights
Paycheck Protection Program: Updated Guidance on PPP Loan Forgiveness
As shelter in place restrictions across the country start to lift, many SMB owners juggle pressing priorities including transitioning back their employees to the workplace safely and keeping up with new guidance issued by the government. It can be overwhelming to stay up to date and, through this blog post, we hope to provide you with the latest on PPP loan forgiveness.
June 3, 2020 ・12 mins read
Read more
HR Outsourcing
What Features Should You Look for When Choosing an HRIS?
A mobile app, easy onboarding, benefits, payroll, and scheduling are just a few of the features a good HRIS system should have
May 22, 2020 ・5 mins read
Read more
Industry Insights
Transitioning Back to The Workplace – Part 1: Steps to Take to Create a Safe Environment
The question of when and how around the topic of transitioning back to the workplace is top of mind with many employers and business owners. And as businesses around the country consider reopening there are many factors to consider. Taking precautions and implementing necessary processes will help businesses keep their workplace safe and their employees feeling less anxious as they begin to return to the workplace.
May 20, 2020 ・8 mins read
Read more
Benefits
Everything You Need to Know About Employee Leave of Absence
What is a leave of absence and how is it different than regular PTO days? Get all your questions answered here.
May 20, 2020 ・5 mins read
Read more
Compliance
ACA Affordability Percentage and Calculations for 2020
For plan years starting in 2020, the affordability percentage is 9.78%
May 18, 2020 ・5 mins read
Read more
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