When interviewing and eventually hiring candidates, it is important to know what employment laws govern the process. Knowing what not to do and ask during interviews can save you time and money. With thoughtful foresight, hiring managers can make the most of employment interviews and obtain the information they need without asking illegal questions. Although…
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Best International Payroll Services 2020
Keeping up with payroll laws in multiple countries can get complex. International payroll services have in-country experts and software to ensure compliance, so you can run your payroll confidently, assure your people get paid, and your business stays on the right side of the law. We ranked seven of the best global payroll services, plus…
How to Pay International Payroll Employees
If this is your first time dealing with international payroll, you may be confused about what payroll rules apply and when. You’ll need to decide whether or not your business is establishing an in-country presence where your employees will be working. That decision will determine if you’re subject to payroll laws beyond the US that…
Best Pay Card Providers
Payroll cards are secure debit cards that you can use to transfer pay electronically, similar to depositing pay into a bank account. By removing the hassle of paper checks, payroll cards make paydays easier for you and your employees. The best payroll card programs are simple to set up, give access to funds quickly, have…
6 Best HRIS/HRMS Software for Small Business 2020
An HR Information/Management System (HRIS/HRMS) is software that manages people data across the employee lifecycle—from recruitment to termination. The best HR software for small businesses isn’t an expensive ERP system designed for large corporations. Instead, it’s affordable cloud-based software that easily integrates with your businesses other apps. Best 6 HRIS Software and HRMS Tools How…
How to Pay Employees in Cash Legally & Avoid Penalties
Paying employees in cash isn’t usually the most efficient way to give your workers their paychecks, but it’s not illegal. As long as you’re meticulous when doing payroll calculations and withhold, file, and pay your payroll taxes, the IRS will give you a pass. There are certain steps every business should follow when processing payroll,…
How to Onboard an Employee in 10 Steps
Employee onboarding is the process of integrating a new team member into your company culture, ethos, policies, and teams. The goal is to provide the new hire with the tools and information needed to become a productive employee and to help them feel welcome. Our steps are designed to provide you with the best practices…
8 Best Employee Scheduling Software for Small Businesses
Employee scheduling software automates work schedules by providing an online calendar that outlines employee schedules and availability. We considered the best employee scheduling software that gives your team mobile apps for schedules, messages, leave requests, and shift-swaps. Most cost just a few dollars per month, per employee, with some being entirely free for a single…
10 Best Tips for Managing Remote Employees
Hiring remote employees means giving your business access to more talent but it also requires major adjustments to your company culture in order for it to have a positive effect on your team and bottom line. Frequent communication, solid organizational support, and helping remote employees stay balanced are the keys to sustained success. Knowing how…
How to Layoff Employees During a Crisis (+ a Sample Employee Separation/Layoff Letter)
It is now safe to say that the COVID-19 pandemic has infiltrated just about every part of life. Employers have also felt this related pain as businesses have shuttered, industries have eroded, and overall economic uncertainty grows. Thus, layoffs have become a common, necessary evil for many companies, and knowing how to engage in this…
A Payroll Advance vs On-demand Payroll: Which Should You Offer Your Employees?
You’re probably familiar with the term payroll advance, but on-demand payroll is still pretty new. Giving employees an advance simply means you’re giving them access to their paychecks early (due to an unforeseen event). It’s considered a loan because they haven’t yet earned all of it—they have to pay it back. On-demand payroll means giving…
Top 10 Entry-Level Jobs for College Grads in the COVID-19 Era
For new college graduates, entering the workforce now is daunting, to say the least. According to the latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report, the U.S. economy lost an unprecedented 20.5 million jobs in April, with an almost 15% unemployment rate. However, the current crisis has hit specific industries harder than others, and demand has…