by mconyer | Nov 5, 2018 | Human Resources
Time Off to Vote 2018 could see the highest turnout for a midterm election since the mid-1960s. Predictions are that 45 to 50 percent of eligible voters will cast a ballot. In anticipation of Election Day 2018 (November 6), employers should review their policies and...
by mconyer | Oct 31, 2018 | Human Resources, Payroll
Exempt or Non-Exempt Determining if an employee is exempt or non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is sometimes challenging. The FLSA requires that most employees in the United States be paid at least the federal minimum wage for all hours worked and...
by mconyer | Oct 29, 2018 | Human Resources, Payroll
Test Your I-9 Knowledge Your level of I-9 knowledge can affect your compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) of 1986. This federal regulation forbids employers from knowingly hiring individuals who are not authorized to work in the United States....
by mconyer | Oct 22, 2018 | Human Resources, Management
6 Great Interview Questions to Ask The job interview is designed to gain insight into a job candidate’s skills, abilities, knowledge, and fit with the company. Candidates are accustomed to many of the standard interview questions. To get a different perspective you...
by mconyer | Sep 26, 2018 | Human Resources, Payroll
Independent Contractor or Employee? Many times, businesses use the services of someone that they believe is an independent contractor. The individual does not want to be an employee and the business is happy with an independent contractor arrangement. But, are there...
by mconyer | Aug 6, 2018 | Human Resources
Pre-Employment Background Checks are Good Business Conducting pre-employment background checks is good business. Increasingly it is becoming harder to scrutinize candidates through resumes and interviews only. Making a bad hire comes at the expense of time, morale...
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