Some small businesses only operate during parts of the year, such as snow plow and lawn care services. These types of businesses are usually considered seasonal employers. The idea of hiring seasonal employees may sound appealing. But, you should weigh your pros and cons before becoming a seasonal employer.
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How to Lay Off Employees: Small Business Edition
Layoffs are sweeping the USA, impacting workers at companies like Shopify, Tesla, and Peloton. At some point, you may need to lay off employees in your small business, too.
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Unpaid Time Off: Policy, Payroll, and Beyond
When it comes to private industry workers, 77% have access to paid sick leave and 77% have access to paid vacation time. But, what happens if you can’t afford to offer your employees paid time off (PTO)? Or, what if your employees use up all of their PTO and need to take time off from […]
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5 Tips for Managing Vacation Requests Fairly and Effectively
As an employer, you face the challenge of juggling employees’ vacation requests. It can be difficult to find the perfect balance of being flexible while ensuring your business has enough coverage. To keep things fair and square, learn the ins and outs of managing vacation requests.
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What Is Job Restructuring: Empowering Your Workforce for Success
A strong team of employees can help build your business from the ground up. But, you can’t expect your business to prosper if your workers aren’t thriving with it. To help keep employees satisfied and motivated, consider job restructuring. What is job restructuring?
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What You Must Know About Demoting an Employee
Demoting an employee is not easy, but sometimes it has to be done. An employee might not be doing well in their current position, and there is no other option left except to reduce their responsibilities. Even if an employee voluntarily asks for a demotion, there are still challenges for you as an employer.
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What Is Educational Assistance, and How Will Offering it Help Your Business?
Want to boost your ability to attract and retain employees? At the same time, do you want to increase your employees’ skills and creativity? If so, you may consider offering educational assistance. What is educational assistance?
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A Closer Look at Salary Advance Agreements and Payroll Policies
Have you ever had an employee ask you for a salary advance? Maybe they’ve hit a financial rough patch. Something unexpected, such as a medical emergency, might require more money than the employee has saved up.
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What Is a Cost of Living Raise?
Employees love raises. Regular raises can improve employee happiness and put them in a better financial position. And, raises can reduce your employee turnover. You can give raises for merit or increasing job value. You might also give a cost of living raise.
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Why Are Employee Benefits Important?
Have you ever wondered if employee benefits are worth the cost and extra administrative tasks? Spoiler: They are. Find out the importance of employee benefits and how offering benefits can better your business.
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