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How to Track Employee Time & Attendance

By Charlette Beasley on January 8, 2020 | How To, HR Operations, Human Resources | Comments (0)

Learning how to track employee time will help you avoid both overpayment and penalties due to underpayment. You can track employee attendance using a timesheet template, time clock, and more. However, you choose to track, make sure you keep an updated list of employees, log beginning and ending work times, and consider applicable labor laws….

Top 25 HR Tools the Pros Use

By Laura Handrick on January 7, 2020 | HR Operations, Human Resources, Tip List | Comments (0)

The best human resources tools range from employee data software to mobile HR apps that track people and work-related activities. HR tools streamline tasks human resource professionals manage—beyond hiring, benefits, and culture building. Below are traditional HR standbys plus some newer tools your HR team may find you can no longer live without. In fact,…

Best Time Tracking Software for Freelancers & Self-Employed 2020

By Charlette Beasley on January 7, 2020 | Buyers Guide, HR Operations, Human Resources | Comments (0)

When you’re a freelancer, tracking how you spend your work hours doesn’t just help you to bill clients accurately. The best time tracking software for freelancers also lets you visualize time spent so you can make better bids—or see if you’re spending too much effort on unimportant tasks. Most are reasonably priced or free. Top…

8 Best Employee Scheduling Software for Small Businesses

By Laura Handrick on January 6, 2020 | Buyers Guide, HR Operations, Human Resources | Comments (31)

Employee scheduling software automates your work schedule by providing an online calendar with employee 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 a month per employee, with some being entirely free for a single location….

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

By Laura Handrick on January 6, 2020 | HR Laws, Human Resources, What is | Comments (0)

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…

Payroll Processing: What Happens During the Payroll Process

By Patrick Proctor on January 6, 2020 | Human Resources, Payroll, Ultimate Guide | Comments (0)

Payroll processing consists of the steps needed to pay employees each period, and involves tracking hours worked, deducting money for employee benefits, and remitting payroll taxes. Establishing a solid payroll process helps employers avoid penalties for breaking Department of Labor laws (minimum wage, unpaid overtime), and payroll software makes it easy. You can reduce the…

33 Best Free Job Posting Sites for 2020

By Laura Handrick on January 6, 2020 | Human Resources, Recruiting, Tip List | Comments (54)

Free job posting sites can be just as effective as paid job boards when searching for your next best hire. We found 33 sites offering entirely free job postings across industries and job types; they’re grouped into categories. And, we’ll share tips and hints throughout to save you money while finding qualified job seekers online….

7 Best Background Check Companies in 2020

By Laura Handrick on January 6, 2020 | Buyers Guide, Human Resources, Recruiting | Comments (0)

Employment background check companies ensure the person you’re hiring is who they say they are. The best background check companies verify resumes, identity, and personal backgrounds, as well as provide compliant credit checks, drug screens, and even healthcare background checks, for medical professionals. Prices range from about $30 to $200 per background check package. Top…

The 12 Worst Secret Santa Gifts for the Office

By Valerie D’Orazio on December 9, 2019 | Human Resources, Listicle, People Management | Comments (0)

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…

6 Best Online Course Platforms 2020

By Kathy Haan on December 6, 2019 | Buyers Guide, HR Operations, Human Resources | Comments (2)

Online course platforms provide a way for course creators to share their content with students in a single spot through video, audio, and written text. We looked at a variety of platforms and compared them by price, features, and ease of use to determine the top six, including the best overall online course platform. Top…

Payroll Forms Employers Need

By Charlette Beasley on December 5, 2019 | Human Resources, Payroll, What is | Comments (0)

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…