In a 2021 survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for people with disabilities was 10.1 percent, with a slight decrease from the previous year. This is about twice as high as the current unemployment rate of people without disabilities. A large proportion of individuals with disabilities (82.5%) are not in the […]
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Mary Shumar
How to Fire an Employee the Legal Way
Firing an employee is a tough decision for any business owner. Make sure to do it the legal way. No one likes to fire an employee. You may be concerned about hurting the feelings of a likable, yet unproductive, worker. You may know how financially devastating it will be for a hard worker that you […]
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What Retirement Plans Can You Offer to Your Small Business Employees?
Have you avoided retirement plans because of the large fees and time-consuming administration? If so, I’m happy to tell you that things have changed. There are more options than ever, including a plan that has no fees or recordkeeping requirements for employers. In fact, the DOL warns that in the near future, you may no […]
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How to Find Interns for Your Small Business
You have done your research and know how to structure a successful internship program. And per the U.S. Department of Labor rules, you’ve determined that you will need to pay any interns you bring on board. But, do you know how to find interns who want to work for you? What are you hoping to […]
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