ASAP Payroll BLOG
Tip Pooling: How Does It Work?
Pay for employees who work in restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and other facilities where tips are accepted varies based on several factors, including the establishment’s tip policy. Tip pooling is one option for firms with tipped employees, improving employee collaboration. If you’re a tipped employee or boss, you might be interested in learning more about ...
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Indiana Standard Minimum Wage and Tipped Wage Rates- A Basic Overview
In general, all employers in Indiana with two or more workers need to be compliant with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines on minimum wage to avoid lawful violations. Under the FLSA laws, hourly workers in the state cannot be paid a lower state minimum wage than the federal wage. Indiana is one of the 21 ...
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Shift Management and Employee Scheduling: The Best Practices You Need to Know
Employee scheduling is a challenging task. It involves anticipating workforce requirements, handling employee demands and preferences, and guaranteeing shifted coverage balance. It doesn’t stop there. Controlling labor expenditures, abiding by compliance regulations, and improving efficiency are part of staff scheduling. The employee schedule is a vital link between a business and its hourly employees. Also, ...
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Should It Be Mandatory for Employees to Get a COVID-19 Vaccine?
As COVID-19 continues to spread in various forms, many employers require workers to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Employees must also submit regular COVID-19 testing and wear masks at all times. It’s in response to President Joe Biden’s vaccine mandate on July 29, 2021, requiring federal employees to get the vaccination or meet other conditions. Can Employers Require Employees to ...
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How to Read Your W-2 Form for Timely Tax Filing
The tax season is a busy time for everyone, including salaried employees who need to file federal income tax, Medicare Tax, and Social Security tax by the due dates. This involves dealing with several tax forms, including the W-2 (Wage and Tax Statement), which captures critical information for tax purposes. The form includes several boxes ...
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4 Common Payroll Scams and How to Avoid Them
Your business, whether large or small, isn’t immune to payroll scams. These tricks siphon funds from your business, negatively impacting its performance and profitability. You need to be on the lookout for these scams to avoid them. Here are some common payroll scams, and how you can prevent them: 1. Phishing An incidence of scams occurs ...
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What to Expect From a Full-Service Payroll Provider
Managing payroll is one of the most important responsibilities for any business. Employees expect to
The Best Methods to Improve Compensation and Benefits Transparency for Employees
There was a time when pay and benefits were topics discussed behind closed doors and
ASAP Payroll vs isolved Direct: Which Is Better for Your Business?
ASAP Payroll vs isolved Direct: What’s the Real Difference? If you’re considering isolved for payroll
How Much PTO Should I Consider For My Company?
According to one recent study, when considering a new job, employees often prioritize workplace benefits
Why Restaurant Payroll Is More Complex Than You Think
Restaurant payroll is far more complicated than many people expect. On the surface, it may