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Source: ADP® HR Tip of the Week   More employees have been working remotely in the last few years, and this can raise questions about an employer’s responsibilities with respect to workplace safety for these remote workers. Here are a few key points about these responsibilities.   The Law   The federal Occupational Safety and...

Offering voluntary benefits can be a smart move for your business, providing value to employees while keeping costs manageable for you. Here’s why:   Attract and Retain Talent A strong benefits package makes your company more competitive in the job market. Employees value personalized benefits that fit their needs, increasing job satisfaction. Low-Cost Way to...

Source: ADP® HR Tip of the Week   Managing HR responsibilities isn’t always easy, but it can be even more difficult if employees have negative attitudes about HR. Here are eight ways you can help foster positive sentiments and build trust in your HR function:   #1: Communicate clearly and effectively. Be straightforward and communicate...

Outsource bookkeepers can handle accounts payable and accounts receivable with the technology we have today. Yes, periodically you may see a check come in. I know I have a few clients that we do receive payments for them, but they’re few and far between because people are happy to be able to like click on...

Voluntary benefits are employee benefits that are optional and typically paid for by employees rather than the employer. They are offered alongside traditional benefits (like health insurance and retirement plans) and allow employees to choose additional coverage or services that suit their needs. Some common voluntary benefits include:   Supplemental Health Insurance (e.g., dental, vision,...

Source: ADP® Tip of the Week   The end of the employer-employee relationship is an inevitable part of running a business and requires special care. To help you manage your next employee separation, we address some common misconceptions about the termination process below.   Myth #1: At-will employment means you can fire an employee for...

So you need to, you know, you’ve been told we’ve got to reduce your budget and HR and how can you do that? Great way to reduce your budget, your HR budget is to outsource HR. Even if you have somebody in house who’s doing some of the HR, they may not be able to...

Key components to successful employee training and development. First of all, you need to know what the requirements are. With job descriptions come the specifications. That tells you what the individual needs to have as far as skills to do the job. So with that, you then can successfully work with the individual to determine...

Finding the right bookkeeping service for your business depends on your needs, budget, and industry. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you choose the best option:   Identify Your Business Needs Do you need basic bookkeeping (transaction recording, bank reconciliation) or full-service accounting (financial reports, tax preparation)? Do you require industry-specific expertise (e.g., e-commerce, construction,...

Source: ADP® HR Tip of the Week   Managing HR responsibilities can be a daunting responsibility when you are running a small business. To help, we created a checklist that you can use to help audit your HR policies and practices.   Hiring:   Develop policies and practices that result in quality hiring decisions and...

It’s, it’s really tough to manage a multi generational workforce and I would say that the, is to understand the differences and what the expectations are for each of those generations. You can be successful having a baby boomer with a Gen Z, but understanding what their needs are and being able as an organization...

I really, truly, I know people say you can get meetings to death, but I really believe that there needs to be structure that you need to have established set time each week that you get together with your team and communicate. You talk about what you’re struggling with. How can I help you? I...