Sponsored by HRdirect Smart Apps By Jaime Lizotte If your business employs workers who are not U.S. citizens, it’s important to make sure you are in compliance with federal law by maintaining accurate employment records. Completing the Form I-9 properly is the most important aspect of immigration compliance. When done correctly, your completed I-9 forms are […]
Sponsored by HRdirect Smart Apps By Jaime Lizotte Labor laws change all the time. Just when you think you understand the latest regulations, the federal government introduces something new. And don’t forget state and local changes. They also come you fast and furious, so it’s critical to stay on top of the latest rules to ensure
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As a business owner, it’s not uncommon to wear multiple hats. In fact, I’ve always thought of myself as the chief cook and bottle washer. That being said, there are some things I’m very good at—and others I could use some help with. Whenever your business faces a growth opportunity, it’s natural to consider whether
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Hiring an unqualified or lazy employee can have costly consequences for your business’s bottom line. To avoid wasted time, money, and frustration, you need to take the recruiting and hiring process seriously. When it comes to attracting top talent, it helps to think like a recruiter. What exactly does thinking like a recruiter mean? You
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Reports of sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace appear to be at an all-time high. The media reports daily on allegations across every industry—entertainment, technology, media, law, venture capital, finance, government, and more. The actions taken after an employee alleges harassment or discrimination can be key in limiting the employer’s potential liability and resulting
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When you’re bringing new folks onboard, you want them to get to know their coworkers, get a feel for your corporate culture, and feel welcome enough to bring their own ideas or energy to help the team. More, if someone feels like they can’t fit into the team dynamic, they’re very likely to go hunting
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By Aaron Agius According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the price of a bad hire can be equal to 30% of that employee’s first-year earnings. In addition to the economic cost to a company, a bad hire can create huge problems for workplace morale and may significantly decrease employee retention—especially if the hire is
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Post sponsored by Campbellsville University By Gabe Duverge Throughout history, scientists have tried to measure intelligence in many different ways and formats. These measures of intelligence have been used to rank people in ability, talent, and other characteristics. For a business seeking new employees, finding highly intelligent candidates is key. But how much does intelligence
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When you’re looking to hire someone, not everything you need to know is on the resume. Sometimes, you need the right soft skill to make sure the candidate will not only fit but thrive in your corporate culture. To find out what those crucial abilities are, we asked members from the Young Entrepreneur Council this question: Q. What
Your business almost certainly has seen an influx of new millennial workers, and some managers have driven themselves crazy trying to figure out how to handle this generation. Some guides on how to handle millennials pooh-pooh this generation as arrogant, flighty people who cannot take criticism, look for any excuse to get out of work,
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