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Overtime Rule Delay -- What Actions Should You Take?

Overtime Rule Delay -- What Actions Should You Take?

As you may have heard, a federal court issued an order blocking the new Fair Labor Standards Act overtime rule from taking effect on December 1, 2016. Many businesses had already made plans to implement changes based on the anticipated effective date, but now that the rule has been delayed, perhaps indefinitely, they are wondering what to do next.

January 12, 2017 ・4 mins read

How do I determine if my event planner employee is exempt or non-exempt?

January 10, 2017 ・3 mins read

How can I perform an unofficial reference check?

January 10, 2017 ・3 mins read

What Is Tax Form 5498?

You will receive a copy of Form 5498 if you have an individual retirement account account. What do you do with it? Check it for accuracy and keep it with your tax records.

January 9, 2017 ・4 mins read

Does my company need to offer dental coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?

January 9, 2017 ・2 mins read

New Law Will Allow Small Employers to Sponsor Health Reimbursement Arrangements

A new law, that was signed by President Obama on Dec.13, 2016, will impact employee health benefits offered by small employers. If you are a qualified small employer, you can now sponsor health reimbursement arrangements which until now were only available to applicable large employers.

January 3, 2017 ・4 mins read

Performance Management

Employee Burnout: How to Spot and Take Action

Employee burnout can negatively crater health, relationships with colleagues, productivity, retention and the bottom line. It is important to keep a lookout for the subtle signals of burnout, and take steps to assist the employee.

December 22, 2016 ・3 mins read

What should I do if a former employer refuses to provide a reference?

December 19, 2016 ・3 mins read

Can you ask a candidate in an application if they have another job?

December 15, 2016 ・3 mins read

Survey Reveals How Employees Feel About Company-Sponsored Holiday Parties

With the holiday season approaching, a survey released by TriNet reveals how employees at SMBs feel about their company-sponsored holiday party. The overall sentiment was positive with people saying they attend, look forward to and enjoy the company holiday party. However, many prefer a cash bonus or office closure during the holidays.

December 13, 2016 ・1 min read

For small businesses in San Francisco, what is the average number of Paid Time Off (PTO) days provided for employees?

January 12, 2017 ・2 mins read

If an employee's salary is based on 45 hours per week and an employee works more than that, do we owe the employee more for the extra hours?

January 12, 2017 ・2 mins read

How do I determine if my customer service employee is exempt or non-exempt?

January 10, 2017 ・3 mins read

Does a company have to offer life insurance coverage to its employees?

Does a company have to offer life insurance coverage to its employees?

January 9, 2017 ・1 min read

Does my company need to offer vision coverage through COBRA (the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act)?

January 9, 2017 ・2 mins read

5 Workplace Trends That Will Shape Company Culture in 2017

One of the biggest challenges businesses face today is employee engagement and retention. Workers are bouncing between jobs at a rate twice as high as they were a decade ago and company culture is often the reason given for leaving, or taking, a job. Here is a list of top five trends that will shape company culture in 2017.

January 5, 2017 ・4 mins read

5 Tips for Improving Your Job Interview Skills

Did you know that a majority of interviewers form an opinion of a candidate -- either positive or negative -- within the first 10 minutes? To make sure you take advantage of these crucial first few minutes in your next job interview, be prepared from the get-go with these tips for making a great first impression.

December 27, 2016 ・5 mins read

The Unemployment Road Map, Part 2: Control Unemployment Insurance Costs by Using Effective Hiring and Onboarding Practices

While the states set unemployment insurance (UI) rates, employers can control costs by implementing best practices when it comes to hiring. Correct hiring and onboarding procedures can improve your UI rates and help you keep more of your firm’s revenue.

December 20, 2016 ・6 mins read

It’s Not Too Late to Maximize Your 2016 HSA Contributions: Contribute Until April 17, 2017

Every year the IRS sets the annual Health Savings Account maximum contribution limit for the calendar year. Many people think that they can no longer contribute towards the 2016 annual contribution limit after December 31, 2016. However, the good news is that the deadline extends into 2017.

December 15, 2016 ・3 mins read

Can a recruiter reject a candidate due to the candidate requiring relocation?

December 14, 2016 ・2 mins read

These 3 Factors of Your Wellness Program Can Increase Millennial Loyalty

Millennials need a workplace wellness program but a traditional one may not work for them. If you are looking to attract and retain more millennial employees, take their habits and preferences into consideration as you build or modify your wellness program.

December 8, 2016 ・4 mins read

Overtime Rule Delay -- What Actions Should You Take?

Overtime Rule Delay -- What Actions Should You Take?

As you may have heard, a federal court issued an order blocking the new Fair Labor Standards Act overtime rule from taking effect on December 1, 2016. Many businesses had already made plans to implement changes based on the anticipated effective date, but now that the rule has been delayed, perhaps indefinitely, they are wondering what to do next.

January 12, 2017 ・4 mins read

For small businesses in San Francisco, what is the average number of Paid Time Off (PTO) days provided for employees?

January 12, 2017 ・2 mins read

If an employee's salary is based on 45 hours per week and an employee works more than that, do we owe the employee more for the extra hours?

January 12, 2017 ・2 mins read

How do I determine if my customer service employee is exempt or non-exempt?

January 10, 2017 ・3 mins read

How do I determine if my event planner employee is exempt or non-exempt?

January 10, 2017 ・3 mins read

How can I perform an unofficial reference check?

January 10, 2017 ・3 mins read

Does a company have to offer life insurance coverage to its employees?

Does a company have to offer life insurance coverage to its employees?

January 9, 2017 ・1 min read

What Is Tax Form 5498?

You will receive a copy of Form 5498 if you have an individual retirement account account. What do you do with it? Check it for accuracy and keep it with your tax records.

January 9, 2017 ・4 mins read

Does my company need to offer vision coverage through COBRA (the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act)?

January 9, 2017 ・2 mins read

Does my company need to offer dental coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?

January 9, 2017 ・2 mins read

5 Workplace Trends That Will Shape Company Culture in 2017

One of the biggest challenges businesses face today is employee engagement and retention. Workers are bouncing between jobs at a rate twice as high as they were a decade ago and company culture is often the reason given for leaving, or taking, a job. Here is a list of top five trends that will shape company culture in 2017.

January 5, 2017 ・4 mins read

New Law Will Allow Small Employers to Sponsor Health Reimbursement Arrangements

A new law, that was signed by President Obama on Dec.13, 2016, will impact employee health benefits offered by small employers. If you are a qualified small employer, you can now sponsor health reimbursement arrangements which until now were only available to applicable large employers.

January 3, 2017 ・4 mins read

5 Tips for Improving Your Job Interview Skills

Did you know that a majority of interviewers form an opinion of a candidate -- either positive or negative -- within the first 10 minutes? To make sure you take advantage of these crucial first few minutes in your next job interview, be prepared from the get-go with these tips for making a great first impression.

December 27, 2016 ・5 mins read

Performance Management

Employee Burnout: How to Spot and Take Action

Employee burnout can negatively crater health, relationships with colleagues, productivity, retention and the bottom line. It is important to keep a lookout for the subtle signals of burnout, and take steps to assist the employee.

December 22, 2016 ・3 mins read

The Unemployment Road Map, Part 2: Control Unemployment Insurance Costs by Using Effective Hiring and Onboarding Practices

While the states set unemployment insurance (UI) rates, employers can control costs by implementing best practices when it comes to hiring. Correct hiring and onboarding procedures can improve your UI rates and help you keep more of your firm’s revenue.

December 20, 2016 ・6 mins read

What should I do if a former employer refuses to provide a reference?

December 19, 2016 ・3 mins read

It’s Not Too Late to Maximize Your 2016 HSA Contributions: Contribute Until April 17, 2017

Every year the IRS sets the annual Health Savings Account maximum contribution limit for the calendar year. Many people think that they can no longer contribute towards the 2016 annual contribution limit after December 31, 2016. However, the good news is that the deadline extends into 2017.

December 15, 2016 ・3 mins read

Can you ask a candidate in an application if they have another job?

December 15, 2016 ・3 mins read

Can a recruiter reject a candidate due to the candidate requiring relocation?

December 14, 2016 ・2 mins read

Survey Reveals How Employees Feel About Company-Sponsored Holiday Parties

With the holiday season approaching, a survey released by TriNet reveals how employees at SMBs feel about their company-sponsored holiday party. The overall sentiment was positive with people saying they attend, look forward to and enjoy the company holiday party. However, many prefer a cash bonus or office closure during the holidays.

December 13, 2016 ・1 min read

These 3 Factors of Your Wellness Program Can Increase Millennial Loyalty

Millennials need a workplace wellness program but a traditional one may not work for them. If you are looking to attract and retain more millennial employees, take their habits and preferences into consideration as you build or modify your wellness program.

December 8, 2016 ・4 mins read

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