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Tax Compliance Calendar for 2021
Here’s a small business guide for key 2021 tax dates and how to best prepare for next year's taxes...
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An employee handbook can be crucial in building a positive workplace culture and employee loyalty, but they're not easy to write. That's why we're breaking down the process for you and offering you six employee handbook examples.
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Creating a Diversity and Inclusion Statement for Your Business (With FREE Workbook)
A diversity and inclusion statement can illustrate your organization’s commitment to fostering a welcoming workplace that celebrates differences.
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10 Workplace Lessons Learned from COVID-19
COVID-19 has changed everything about the workplace. Here’s how businesses can plan for the future with information they learn from this crisis.
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The Types of Employment: A Quick Reference Guide
In a labor market that’s become more complex, employers could have as many as six or seven classifications of workers onboard at any given time. Working alongside full-time, part-time and temporary workers are seasonal and contingent workers. By hiring different types of workers, organizations can adjust their staffing needs according to economic fluctuations and peak […]
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10 Creative Ideas for Your Office Thanksgiving Celebration
Put the “thanks” and “giving” into your office Thanksgiving celebration with this list of 10 creative ideas
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How to Calculate Gross Pay to Net Pay
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10 Creative Ways to Show Employee Appreciation During a Crisis
Here are budget-friendly, but still impactful, ways to express employee appreciation during COVID-19.
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What Is Employee Turnover (and Why It Matters)
Employee turnover is a major concern of businesses of all size. But what does employee turnover really mean and what can be done about it?
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If an employee gives two weeks notice, are they entitled to take their remaining PTO during that time?
It may be tempting to deny vacation time to employees who give their notice to avoid being in a bind, but is it legal?
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What's the difference between an exempt and non-exempt employee?
The primary difference in status between exempt and non-exempt employees is their eligibility for overtime. Under federal law, that status is determined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Exempt employees are not entitled to overtime, while non-exempt employees are. In order to qualify as exempt, certain criteria must be met. To determine if your […]
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When does a terminated employee begin their COBRA coverage?
It depends on a number of factors, including the employee’s termination date, and when they receive their notification for coverage. COBRA Coverage Timeline An employee who’s eligible for Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) coverage must elect it within 60 days of their insurance termination date, or the date that the employee recieved their COBRA […]
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49 Surprisingly Eligible FSA Expenses
I can expense sunscreen and health-related books?! Here are 49 other surprisingly eligible FSA expenses you might not know about.
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List of 2020 Federal Holidays for Small Business Owners
When designing a paid time off policy or managing PTO requests, take this list of 2020 federal holidays into account
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List of 2021 Federal Holidays for Small Business Owners
When designing a paid time off policy or managing PTO requests, take this list of 2021 federal holidays into account
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Download Free, Printable "Face Mask Required" Signs for Your Businesses
Download these free 8.5 x 11 signs for your business to use in response to COVID-19
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What to Say When Terminating an Employee (with Sample Scripts)
Separating an employee is never easy – for the worker or the HR staff member. The challenge is to conduct the meeting in a professional way that not only protects the rights of the business, but those of the employee as well.
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Top 10 Ways to Improve Employee Efficiency
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Email Examples and Templates for Staff and Customer Correspondence
Ready to reopen for business? We crafted sample memos to send to employees and customers announcing your return.
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If You’re in HR, Send this Email About Coronavirus to Staff (Free Template)
If you're in HR, use this email template to communicate to your staff regarding coronavirus and flu prevention
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Which U.S. States Are Reopening? The Complete List of Open and Closed States
After weeks — even months — of shutdowns because of the coronavirus pandemic, the country is beginning to slowly reopen.
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