Heather Landau

Switzerland, with its highly skilled workforce and strong economy, has become an attractive destination for US-based employers seeking top-notch professionals. Deciding whether to partner with an independent contractor or hire employees in Switzerland presents challenges for small businesses, especially given that Switzerland has some of the highest salaries in the world. For quick reference—if you…

Hiring people with disabilities is an often overlooked strategy to compete in today’s business marketplace. By fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, businesses cannot only enrich their corporate culture but unlock numerous benefits—financial and reputational—that may not be immediately apparent. The actual process of hiring someone with a disability is quite similar to hiring any…

Veterans make many sacrifices, yet they often find it challenging to get work upon their return. Luckily, companies are beginning to realize the benefits of hiring veterans. For one, you can receive tax credits for hiring veterans—and you’ll be hiring a terrific and highly qualified worker. When considering how to hire veterans, you must create…

Workplace safety training is designed to educate employees about potential hazards in their work environment. These courses help equip the workforce with the knowledge and skills necessary to minimize risks, prevent accidents, and maintain a secure workplace. Although construction and manual labor jobs are the most obvious targets of such courses, office workers need safety…

Hiring in the construction industry is unique due to the seasonal and project-based nature of the work, as well as the diverse range of specialized skills and safety considerations required for various construction roles. To hire construction workers effectively, you’ll need to implement a solid recruiting and vetting process to take you from writing your…

A global employee benefits package is a comprehensive benefits plan designed to meet the diverse needs of an international workforce. This benefits package includes a range of perks, including some that may be required—even for freelancers—in certain countries. A strong benefits plan may be the key to unlocking success for your small business, attracting and…

US businesses that work with noncitizens or foreign entities may need to file Form 1042, an Annual Withholding Tax Return furnished by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It is used for reporting the taxes your company has withheld related to the income paid out to international payees—including nonresident aliens and foreign partnerships, estates, trusts, and…

Sponsoring an employee is a time-consuming and expensive process, taking up to a year to complete and costing thousands of dollars (from nearly $2,000 at a minimum to $6,500+, depending on your company size, type of processing services, and number of visa employees you have). However, sometimes it’s the best way for your company to…

Handling Switzerland payroll includes registering your business with several government entities, understanding complex tax deductions, and paying attention to unique employment laws. It is not for the faint of heart or those without the necessary financial resources, as Switzerland consistently ranks as one of the most expensive countries in which to live and conduct business….

Gusto payroll software is built for small businesses. The setup process takes some time—from an hour to a day, depending on how many employees you have—but once you sign up, fill out your company’s information and tax details, and provide your employee details, running payroll with Gusto is a breeze. Even if you haven’t signed…

Rippling is an all-in-one HR and payroll platform that streamlines and automates employee management processes. Its robust features allow you to hire, manage, pay, and train employees. In addition to HR tools, Rippling offers IT solutions for setting up and monitoring computer devices and app access. In this article, we go over some basic HR…

OnPay is a full-service payroll solution that lets you manage payroll including tax filings for wage-earning employees and contractors. It has a clear interface with large, colorful tabs, making it an easy-to-use solution for processing payroll. It also has some HR features and costs $49 monthly plus $6 per employee per month. In this article,…