ASAP Payroll BLOG
How Are Pay Periods Determined?
One of the first tasks of the payroll department in a new company is determining how to set up pay periods. A pay period usually starts and ends on the same day or date each month to help employees manage their expectations. For example, a weekly pay period could run from Sunday at 12:00 a.m. ...
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How Does an LMS Help with New Employee Onboarding?
Congratulations! You have new talent joining your organization! While recruiting top talent sometimes feels like the biggest win, retaining that talent long-term is the end goal. In order to retain top employees beyond their orientation period, you need to provide them with the tools and resources they need in order to be successful – and ...
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5 Benefits of an Applicant Tracking System
Manually managing candidates for your open positions is so 2010. When you manage candidates without an applicant tracking system (ATS), it takes longer to compare qualifications, screen and select candidates, and communicate with hiring managers. As a result, candidates are more likely to fall through the cracks, either waiting weeks between contacts or never hearing ...
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LMS Features You Need for Compliance Training
No one enjoys employee training, especially when it comes to compliance issues. However, keeping employees up-to-date with ever-changing regulations and company policies is essential to running a successful business. One of the best approaches to minimizing pain for your corporate training department and employees is implementing a Learning Management System (LMS). Compared with live, in-person ...
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Do Trainers Need A Learning Management System?
All companies engage in employee training—from learning company-specific procedures to technology to security and industry compliance. A learning management system is advantageous for companies of any size, as it reduces duplication, simplifies growth and instruction, and allows a few trainers to oversee training for larger companies. Find out precisely why managers and trainers benefit from ...
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Labor Law Posting Requirements for Illinois Employers
Illinois employees must post certain federal and state employment law posters where employees and applicants can readily see and read them. Failing to post these clear explanations of employees ‘ rights correctly can result in fines of over $12,000 per poster violation. As an employer, you should feel confident that you comply with labor law ...
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Understanding Paycheck Basics
If you’ve just landed your first job, take the time to understand your paycheck. Know
The Benefits of Choosing a Local Payroll Company vs. a Large Corporate Company
Your time and peace of mind are valuable assets as a business owner, and you
Pay Your Kentucky Small Business Taxes
If you operate a small business in Kentucky, you must pay certain taxes. These can
It’s Never Too Early to Plan: Automate Open Enrollment
Open enrollment periods are stressful for business owners, managers, HR departments, and employees. It can
What Employers Need to Know About Certified Payroll
When working on government projects where the contracted work is more than $2,000, you’ll need
