In a unanimous opinion, the Supreme Court has decided that the appropriate standard for rejecting or making a reasonable accommodation for employees’ religious needs...
Locking down the definition of an independent contractor can be challenging because the definition bounces around depending on the federal agency. Decisions issued by...
Hiring remains challenging this summer, especially if you’re in the hospitality industry. If you step outside your comfort zone and hire kids from disadvantaged...
Want to make new hires feel like they made the right decision in accepting your job offer? Pay attention to employee onboarding. The onboarding process, which can begin...
Indeed is one of the most popular job boards for small businesses and large corporations alike. The career site is one of the most popular places for professionals to...
Are you eager to launch a startup or new business? Or were you recently promoted to a financial role in your organization? Either way, you’ll need to master the basics...
Transitioning from an individual contributor to a people manager sounds straightforward. You did a great job in your particular role, and now you’re being tapped for...
Direct deposit works through the Automated Clearing House (ACH) network—you instruct your bank to prepare a payroll file and it disburses employees’ pay...
Employee turnover has been on the rise for many years now in the US, and that trend isn’t set to change anytime soon. In fact, voluntary turnover is set to hit 35% in...
LinkedIn is a popular social networking site for professionals to connect with colleagues, classmates, clients, and more. But did you know it’s also home to one of the...
Chronic negativity in the workplace creates a toxic atmosphere, harming productivity, morale, and motivation. This can lead to increased absenteeism and employee...
While fortunately a rare circumstance, dealing with payroll for a recently deceased employee can be tricky. What pay is taxable? What do you do with their final...
Health/tracking apps downloaded to smartphones have confounded employees and employers since the Supreme Court issued its 2022 Dobbs decision, which overturned Roe v....
Organizations in the US have had a problem with high turnover rates ever since 2018, when they hit an all-time high. Turnover rates have continued to increase ever...
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law designed to protect employees' jobs while they take unpaid leave to address specific family or medical needs....
Most modern leaders are well aware of the impact of employee motivation on a variety of important workplace outcomes. From increased employee productivity, to higher...
The National Labor Relations Board doesn’t like overbroad things. In April, it invalidated an employer’s plan requiring employees to sign nondisparagement agreements...
The labor market is still tight and employers are having a rough time hiring. You might be tempted to hire 14- and 15-year-olds this summer to work jobs older teens and...
If you’re welcoming an employee back from FMLA leave, there are a few key considerations to keep in mind to ensure a smooth return to work process. The Family...
Store employee Jack heads toward the employee lounge for lunch when the clock strikes noon. On the way, he notices a confused-looking customer standing in the...
