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All Human Resources Articles - Page 17

Exempt vs Non-exempt: Legal Definition, Employer Rules & Exceptions

By Laura Handrick on January 6, 2020 | HR Laws, Human Resources, What is

Exempt vs non-exempt are worker classifications that determine whether you must pay an employee overtime pay. An employer should determine this―based on the job duties―before posting a job and hiring. Misclassification is costly, so we’ll help you understand the three tests to discern the difference between exempt vs non-exempt employees. Federal law requires that you…

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I-9 Form: Definition & Requirements

By Laura Handrick on December 12, 2019 | Human Resources, Recruiting, What is

I-9 Form: Definition, Requirements & How to Complete

The I-9 form is a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) document used to verify a person’s eligibility to work in the U.S. Workers provide identification such as a Social Security card and driver’s license or passport. The employer then verifies these documents to confirm the employee’s work eligibility. Both complete and sign the form. How…

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The 12 Worst Secret Santa Gifts for the Office

By Valerie D’Orazio on December 9, 2019 | Data-Driven Reports, Human Resources, People Management

Whoever came up with the idea of the office Secret Santa gift exchange probably also thought that Michael Scott of “The Office” fame was a good manager. Sure, having a Secret Santa or similar holiday gift exchange at the office can be a lot of fun, but it can also end in misfortune, litigation or…

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Payroll Forms Employers Need

By Charlette Beasley on December 5, 2019 | Human Resources, Payroll, What is

Regardless of how many employees you have, payroll forms are a necessity. Most employers need the regulated payroll tax forms required to maintain good standing with the IRS, like W-4 forms for new hires. Other, less structured forms can also be useful in helping to better organize your company’s processes—for instance, direct deposit authorizations. Payroll…

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How to Conduct a Payroll Audit [+ Free Payroll Audit Checklist]

By Laura Handrick on November 21, 2019 | How To, Human Resources, Payroll

Conducting a payroll audit helps ensure your payroll process complies with labor and tax laws. Further, regular payroll audits reduce occurrences of fraud, embezzlement, and wage theft. You can strengthen your financial controls and address potential issues using our free customizable payroll audit checklist that covers how to conduct a payroll audit step-by-step. , which…

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Illegal Reasons to Fire Someone + 29 Examples

By Laura Handrick on November 12, 2019 | Human Resources, Tip List

Most states abide by a doctrine called “at will,” allowing employees or employers to terminate the employment relationship at any time. However, some employers still find themselves defending wrongful termination cases. Avoiding the numerous illegal reasons to fire someone—like discrimination and unfair bias—can protect you from fines, lawsuits, and unemployment claims. It’s not a bad…

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What Company Culture is And 10 Great Company Culture Examples

By Patrick Proctor on November 11, 2019 | HR Operations, Human Resources, What is

Company culture encompasses the entire identity of an organization. It consists of the company’s personality and atmosphere within which it operates, more specifically the management team’s leadership style, company mission, values, expectations, systems, and so on. Because culture can largely affect your company’s success, understanding what company culture is and clearly defining yours is essential….

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What Does Human Resources Do? 25 Important HR Functions

By Laura Handrick on November 11, 2019 | HR Operations, Human Resources, What is

In a word, HR oversees the “people” stuff. It has both tactical (hiring, benefits enrollment) and strategic (leadership training, risk avoidance, diversity) roles. You can place the specific HR functions a business needs into buckets, depending on its size. For startups, HR may run payroll but focus more on building culture as the company grows….

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30 Inspirational Walt Disney Quotes on Business and Success

By Anna Dizon on November 4, 2019 | HR Operations, Human Resources

Walter Elias Disney was an American businessman, voice actor, producer, and cartoonist, known for many things, including creating Disney World and the beloved cartoon character Mickey Mouse. Before achieving success, Disney faced a multitude of obstacles most people couldn’t imagine, but through it all, he endured to create a legacy. Here are 30 Walt Disney…

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What Is Holiday Pay? (+ Free Holiday Pay Policy Template)

By Laura Handrick on October 30, 2019 | How To, HR Operations, Human Resources

Holiday pay is not required, but to remain competitive, U.S. businesses voluntarily pay employees for an average of 7.6 holidays per year—typically New Year’s, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. When employees are required to work on a holiday, businesses often provide additional compensation or a floating day off instead. Holiday Pay…

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How to Calculate Vacation Accrual (+Free PTO Calculator)

By Laura Handrick on October 25, 2019 | Benefits, How To, Human Resources

Small businesses offering paid time off (PTO) must manage accruals accurately to avoid labor law violations. Our vacation / PTO accrual calculator lets you determine the appropriate accrual rate to use per pay period based on your business work days, hours in a work week, and how many days of PTO / vacation you offer…

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Top 25 Office Holiday Party Ideas

By Laura Handrick on October 23, 2019 | HR Operations, Human Resources, Tip List

Top 25 office holiday party ideas

Office holiday parties boost morale and teamwork. With winter festivities around the corner, it’s important to consider holiday party ideas that will get your employees in the spirit of the season. You have numerous options, from affordable team community service events to pricey all-out entertainment with lots of cool food and event options sandwiched between….

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