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Independent Contractors Vs Employees: Knowing the Difference Makes All the Difference

by Steven | Oct 10, 2016 | HCM

Deciding whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee can be tricky, but knowing the difference can greatly affect proper tax compliance—but it’s not as simple as you might think. Many employers either find classification confusing or deliberately...

The Down-low on Sick Time and its Impact on Your Company

by Steven | Sep 26, 2016 | HCM

In the age of Internet enlightenment, the world is literally at your fingertips. YouTube tutorials can teach you anything from how to change a lightbulb to how to write intricate code. And while a simple Google search will alert you to the population of Turkmenistan...

Exempt vs. Nonexempt: Which One is Which?

by Steven | Sep 19, 2016 | HCM

If your job is classified as nonexempt, your employer has to adhere to the FLSA laws. You’re required to receive minimum wage pay ($7.25 per hour as of July 24, 2009), and any time worked over 40 hours a week is considered overtime. Overtime is compensated as time and...

So Long, Summer: Returning to the Daily Grind

by Steven | Sep 12, 2016 | HCM

Summer can be one of the most difficult times to manage employees. Many take family vacations—or simply want to doing recreational activities in the warm weather instead of sitting under fluorescent lights staring at computer screens. The summer months can often lead...

Training: Cornerstone of a Successful Workplace

by Steven | Jul 25, 2016 | HCM

Training can be a tedious task for employees and employers, but there’s nothing more vital to a company’s success. Training educates workers on new technology and legal requirements, promotes health and safety, and gives employees opportunities to grow and develop in...

Navigating the Complex Sea of ACA Compliance

by Steven | Jul 18, 2016 | HCM

Six years after being signed into law, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is still one of the most important aspects of healthcare for employers. 2016 was the first year that employers were required to report on ACA compliance. This complicated process can understandably...