Handling Open Enrollment in a Virtual Environment

Handling Open Enrollment in a Virtual Environment What was once as simple as hosting a series of HR-department led meetings with doughnuts and carrier reps will be very different this year, especially for smaller companies with fewer resources.   How will you make sure that every employee receives the crucial information they need to make an…

Work/Life Balance…Can it still exist?

Work/Life Balance…Can it still exist? In March of 2020, millions of employees across the US started working from home or lost their jobs and “work/life balance” became “work/home/life imbalance.”  While the flexibility of working from home is a nice benefit, there are some negative side effects to our “new normal.”  If employers do not continue…

The President’s Recent Executive Orders – How do they impact your business?

The President’s Recent Executive Orders – How do they impact your business? On August 8, 2020, President Trump signed a series of executive memorandums and an executive order to address issues left unresolved by the congressional failure to agree on additional bipartisan stimulus legislation. While three of the executive actions are not tax-related — addressing…

Developing an Effective Performance Management System

Developing an Effective Performance Management System A comprehensive performance management system can play an important role in retaining employees and in improving a company’s overall business performance. Recent trends present a less structured approach than the “once a year appraisal and raise” system we have embraced in the past. After this session, you should have…

Are They Independent Contractors or Employees?

Are They Independent Contractors or Employees? Not clearly understanding the difference can be an expensive mistake.  The IRS and the Department of Labor (DOL) are conducting more audits than ever before on a variety of classification issues.   Are you familiar with the rules each agency uses to determine independent contractor status? After this session, you…

A Refresher Course on Mandated Leaves Under the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (FFCRA)

A Refresher Course on Mandated Leaves Under the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (FFCRA) Do you remember the rules for FFCRA emergency leaves for sick and childcare? The Department of Labor is now assessing penalties for employers who do not comply. Need a refresher class on this law that impacts every employer with fewer than…