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inflation

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HR and Business Success Strategies During Inflation

Periods of rising inflation can pose a significant challenge for both a business and its employees. As costs rise, companies face higher prices and mounting operational expenses while employees deal with the decreased value of their...

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timekeeping software

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Choosing the Best Employee Timekeeping Software

In today's fast-paced business world, efficient time management is crucial for success. As a business owner or manager, you understand the importance...

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succession planning

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ABCs of Business Succession Planning

Embarking on the journey of business ownership is a remarkable achievement, but ensuring the enduring success of your company involves thoughtful...

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illinois employment law

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How To Make Bulk Employee Edits in TimeWorks Plus & WorkforceHub Advanced

How To Bulk Update Employee Records in TimeWorks Plus: "Work with Selected Employees"

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time tracking

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Five Best Practices to Improve Your Team’s Time Tracking

Effective time tracking isn't just a managerial tool; it's a strategic asset! In this short guide, we will delve into ways that you can transform...

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contingent workers

5 min read

How to Utilize Contingent Workers

Before 2020, contingent and temporary workers were most often seen in industries with a seasonal or project-based "swing”. When projects went into...

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ohio employment laws

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Ohio Specific Employment Regulations

Every employer in Ohio is governed by employment and labor laws that help protect the rights of employees in the workplace. Some of these laws are...

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illinois employment law

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Illinois Specific Employment Regulations

Labor laws exist to protect both employees and employers, and a crucial part of running any business is maintaining awareness of them and making sure...

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workplace scams

4 min read

Security in the Workplace for Scams and Identity Theft

Ensuring robust security measures within your business’s workplace environment is imperative in the face of evolving threats such as digital scams...

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deductions

5 min read

What Can and Cannot Be Deducted from an Employee's Wages

Ensuring compliance with payroll regulations and accurately calculating employee deductions is paramount for businesses of all sizes! It's a delicate...

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Taxes

6 min read

Important Tax Dates That Businesses Should Know

With the passing of Tax Day on April 18th, 2023, the most hectic period of tax season may be behind us; however, the day most of our income tax...

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career planning

4 min read

Career Planning: The Organization's Role in Creating Employee Success

A company's success is fundamentally traced back to its people. An organization can only accomplish its goals and objectives through the talent that...

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leading

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Leading the Over-Self Critical Employee

People who are overly self-critical also often tend to be hard on themselves when asked to self-evaluate. In the workplace, they may feel like they...

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hr trends 2024

6 min read

Is Your HR Department Ready for 2024?

As 2024 arrives for businesses, human resource departments must evaluate if they are prepared for the changes ahead! The world of work moves fast,...

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high potential employees

5 min read

Why High Potential Employees Leave Jobs

Even though the Great Resignation is technically over, it's not far behind in the rearview mirror. Companies throughout the U.S. are still feeling...

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hr checklist

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Our End-of-Year HR Checklist

As the calendar year draws to a close, it's crucial for HR professionals to stay on top of various tasks in order to ensure a smooth transition into...

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payroll checklist

4 min read

Our End-of-Year Payroll Checklist

As the holiday music pipes through office speakers and attention wanders to festive plans, even the most organized business leader could overlook...

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employee improvement plans

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How to Use Employee Performance Improvement Plans

If your business is looking for ways to improve its workforce and increase retention rates, Employee Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) are...

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offboarding

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Why Offboarding Matters for Employers

When an employee leaves a company, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, how that exit is handled matters exceptionally for your business!...

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seasonal employees

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Tips for Success with Seasonal Employees

Whether you're in dire need of extra help for the coming holiday season or you're already planning for the summer spike, seasonal employees can be...

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