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Performance Review Copies

Last Updated October 31st, 2023
in HR Compliance, Recordkeeping Question of the Week

It is best practice to give employees a copy of their review since it is a signed document being discussed with them.

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Can you be an Employee and Independent Contractor for the Same Company?

Last Updated October 31st, 2023
in HR Compliance Question of the Week

It is possible to have a W-2 employee who also performs 1099 independent contractor work, but employers must follow these federal regulations.

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Understanding the Importance of Organizational Analysis

Last Updated October 31st, 2023
in HR Strategy Question of the Week

Company growth can bring challenges. Using an Organizational Analysis can drive strategic decisions rather than using a band-aid approach.

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Good Samaritan Law

Last Updated October 26th, 2023
in Health, Safety & Security Question of the Week

If an employee tries to medically help someone during a medical emergency are they or our company liable if something should go wrong?

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Four Ways to Improve New Hire Onboarding and Training

Last Updated October 26th, 2023
in Training & Development Question of the Week

In today's tight labor market, you can't afford to lose new hires. Here's how you can improve your onboarding and training program.

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Expatriate Training and Development – Don’t Skip The Soft Skills!

Last Updated October 26th, 2023
in Training & Development Question of the Week

Although hard skills training is important, we'll share the critical soft skills to include in your expatriate training and development.

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Employee’s Failure to Pay Premiums Under FMLA Protected Leave

Last Updated October 17th, 2023
in Benefits & Compensation Question of the Week

Is it safe to terminate health coverage due to an employee's failure to pay premiums while they are on FMLA protected leave?

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