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Do I Need HR?

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HR Question: As a business owner, how do I know when I should engage someone to help me with our human resources needs? HR Answer: The quick answer is the typical rule of thumb is to have one HR professional for every 100 employees. However, depending on the scope of the role and how proactive […]

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When To Complete an I9 for a Rehired Employee?

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Question:   We are starting to gear up for seasonal hiring for the summer.  If I rehire seasonal workers from last year, do I need to have them complete a new I9 form? Answer:   According to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, if an employee is rehired within three (3) years of the […]

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Are Wellness Program Incentives Taxable?

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Question: Is it true that employees have to pay taxes on wellness program incentives? Answer: With wellness programs on the rise, there is plenty of opportunity for employees to receive various incentives – from t-shirts and event tickets to gift cards and cash.  As employers consider wellness program design and how to incentivize employees (if […]

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Empathy First — A Modern Approach to Conducting Not-for-Profit Layoffs with Empathy

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Layoffs are never easy. For not-for-profits (NFPs), where mission-driven cultures and tight-knit teams are the norm, the impact of workforce reductions can feel even more personal. Yet in times of economic uncertainty, funding changes, or strategic realignment, reductions in force (RIFs) may be unavoidable. Although consideration for the necessary legal concerns related to a layoff […]

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Six Key Leadership Attributes for Your Leadership Development Plan

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How Long Should We Keep Resumes and Applications?

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We’re doing some end-of-year filing and record cleanup. How long do we need to keep resumes and applications?

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