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Top 3 Best Practices for Screening New Hires with Background Checks
Background checks are an important part of the recruitment process. Not only do they help employers hire the right people, but also reduce legal risks and resource wastage associated with wrong hires. Types of Background Checks Looks and first impressions can be quite deceiving, and background checks help hiring managers uncover any lies perpetrated by job ...
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The True Costs Of Hiring Your First Employee
A company that is hiring new employees is a company that is growing, but that does not mean that all of this growth is without cost. The true cost of bringing on a new employee is a lot higher than what most people think. Advertising An Opening The true cost of hiring a new employee ...
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How to Classify a New Employee: Exempt vs Nonexempt
The understanding of wage classification assists HR managers and business owners to compensate workers in strict fidelity to the law. It’s the foundation that minimizes litigations, disputes, and compliance issues. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is the basis that draws a line on whether an employee is exempt or nonexempt. Nonexempt employees can claim overtime, whereas exempt ...
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5 Surefire Ways to Reduce Unplanned Overtime and Save Your Labor Budget
Good systems solve business problems, including unplanned overtime. Does your company have an unplanned overtime problem? If so, you’re not alone. Unplanned Overtime Kills Labor Budgets Costly unplanned overtime eats into profits for many U.S. employers. A recent Deloitte study of over 800 companies revealed an average of 31 unplanned overtime hours each week per ...
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Overview of Hourly Work and Overtime Regulations in Indiana
Indiana has several state-specific labor laws that are different from those outlined in FALSA (Fair Labor Standards Act). These laws are applicable only when they offer greater protections or rights than federal laws. A worker will go with the law that’s more favorable to them. Most of the time, Indiana employees find the federal level’s wage and ...
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Tips to Help you Create a Time & Attendance Policy For Your Business
Absenteeism in the workplace is a real issue and can have serious monetary and productivity effects on your business if not tackled. A time & attendance policy, which is a set of rules and guidelines that defines employees’ responsibility concerning work time and attendance, is imperative for running your business successfully. It often includes clear and ...
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The Benefits of Using Software to Track Job Applications
Hiring is a critical part of growing a business. But as hiring needs increase in
Best Practices for Remote Employee Timekeeping
The coronavirus situation has affected the global economy and shattered lives. But it has facilitated
Keeping Up with the Growing Needs of HR
If you’re an HR professional, you know the volume of paperwork that comes with
Indiana Tax Deductions and Employee Withholdings
It’s no secret that business taxes can be complicated—but this is especially true if you’re
Mental Health at Work: Prioritizing Wellbeing in HR Practices
Good mental health and well-being of employees is crucial for the success of any organization.
