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Ensuring that your business is in compliance involves a systematic approach to understanding and meeting the legal, regulatory, and ethical requirements that apply to your operations. Here’s how you can evaluate whether your business is compliant:   Conduct a Compliance Audit   A compliance audit is a thorough review of your business operations, policies, and...

By Kathryn Mayer   Employees will be able to put more money into their 401(k)s next year. Starting in 2025, employees can contribute up to $23,500 into their 401(k) and 403(b) plans, most 457 plans, and the Thrift Savings Plan for federal employees, the IRS announced Nov. 1. That’s a $500 jump from the $23,000...

Compliance training is a formal education program designed to help employees understand the laws, regulations, policies, and ethical standards relevant to their jobs and business operations. The goal is to ensure that employees are aware of the rules governing their workplace, industry, and any specific regulations that apply to their roles. This training helps organizations...

By Kathryn Mayer   There is no federal law requiring voting leave—but a growing number of employers are offering paid time off so that employees can cast their ballots.   Roughly 2,020 companies have pledged to give employees at least a few hours off to vote through Time to Vote, a business-led, nonpartisan coalition that aims...

Choosing the right compliance training for your business depends on the nature of your operations, the industry you’re in, and the specific regulations that apply to your business activities. Here are steps to help you determine the appropriate compliance training for your business:   Identify Industry-Specific Regulations   Every industry has its own set of...

By Jennifer Snyder   Since the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued its final rule banning noncompete agreements on April 23, it’s been a long summer for employers playing the frenzied “what if” game. What if the FTC rule stands? What if it is enjoined? What if it is upheld in part and enjoined in part?...

By Kathy Gurchlek   When Kevin Tzaka was researching potential internship opportunities, the University of Rochester Simon Business School student relied heavily on networking with school friends and former interns to get the lowdown on the cultural fit of various employers. Those 20- and 30-minute chats “gave me a better idea if I would be...

By Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP   I’m facing a difficult challenge with one of my employees. Despite being an exceptional performer for over three years, she has recently shown a significant drop in productivity, a change in attitude, and a pattern of tardiness. How should I approach this situation, considering her past performance? —Trevor  ...

Employee Health and Well-being: Safety programs create a secure work environment, reducing the likelihood of accidents, injuries, or illnesses. This leads to happier, healthier employees, increasing morale and productivity. Legal Compliance: Many industries have strict health and safety regulations. Implementing safety programs ensures your business stays compliant, helping you avoid legal penalties, fines, or even...

By Matt Gonzalez/SHRM   Millennial and Generation Z employees have different viewpoints than their Generation X and Baby Boomer colleagues about discussing politics in the workplace.   Sixty percent of Millennial (ages 35-44) and 58 percent of Generation Z workers (ages 25-34) said they “sometimes” or “frequently” talk politics at work, according to a survey of...