Some 50% of company websites lack a careers page or have a very simple, text-based page that lists jobs and links. A fully-featured careers page, with images, links, and information on company culture helps you standout so that you attract stand-out candidates as well. We’ve covered the most important rules and tips for building an…
How to Switch Payroll Providers & What to Consider Before You Do It
Is it time to change your payroll company? With a little research and preparation, you can find your better match and smoothly transition with minimal disruption to employees or your payroll department. The key to switching payroll providers successfully is to know what you need vs want and have a good understanding of the issue(s)…
Employee Drug Testing: Compliance, Providers & Cost
Setting up employee drug screening requires awareness of compliance-related rules to conduct fairly and legally. Finding certified drug screening providers (required in some states), creating a drug testing policy and budgeting for drug screening costs are essential to building a strong screening program. While more than half of all businesses drug screen employees, only about…
7 Best Background Check Companies in 2020
Employment background check companies ensure the person you’re hiring is who they say they are and are safe to hire. The best background check companies can verify resumes, identity, and personal backgrounds as well as provide compliant credit checks, drug screens, and even healthcare background checks for positions that require that degree of review. Prices…
How to Set up and Run Payroll With Gusto
Running payroll with Gusto is simple; you can finish the setup process in less than an hour, unlike some big name providers that require a few weeks lead time. If you’re considering using Gusto or recently signed up for service, knowing how to use the software will help you decide whether it’s worth it and…
32 Best Free Job Posting Sites for 2020
Free job posting sites can be just as effective as paid job boards when searching for your next best hire. We found 32 sites offering entirely free job postings across industries and job types and organized them in two categories. And, we’ll share tips and hints throughout to save you money while finding qualified job…
How to Create a New Hire Checklist [+Free Downloadable Template]
A new hire checklist ensures you don’t miss important steps when adding new employees to your team. If it’s your first time hiring, you may be unsure of what’s required. It is common for many small employers to unintentionally omit crucial on-boarding steps such as completing the Form I9 or acquiring workers’ compensation insurance and…
ADP vs Paychex: Which Should You Choose in 2021?
When it comes to payroll, most business owners have heard about ADP and Paychex; they’re both established payroll providers that offer comprehensive payroll and HR services. ADP has flexible plan options that support growing companies and especially shines with businesses in multiple states and those with more than 1,000 employees. Paychex provides a dedicated customer…
QuickBooks Payroll vs ADP
Both QuickBooks and ADP offer payroll services that are easy-to-use and include tax filing and worker’s comp management. ADP is more expensive, but gives more flexible plan options, pay cards, expanded HR functions, and over 50 software integrations. QuickBooks Payroll concentrates on payroll processing with unlimited pay runs, limited HR functionality, and integrations with Intuit…
What Is Payroll Software Integration?
Payroll software integration happens when you sync your payroll system with other software, for instance, with an accounting program. It saves you from having to enter the same payroll information into two separate programs and even allows your employees to do some of the work for you. Payroll software commonly integrates with HR, time and…
Gusto vs Paychex: Which Is Best in 2020?
If you’re a small business with one to 100 employees, both Gusto and Paychex are capable of processing your payroll and providing some HR support. Gusto, however, is better suited for price-conscious companies that don’t have large growth plans, while Paychex is designed to support businesses that scale or those that already have more than…
How to Lead With Clarity and Resilience During Disruptive Times
Unprecedented times call for unprecedented leadership. Without a doubt, society-at-large has very recently provided ample opportunity for, albeit important, disruption within today’s workplace. Some of these disruptions are global health in nature (COVID-19), others involve socio-economic and equality related unrest (with the understandable worldwide response to the taking of George Floyd’s life) and multiple economic…