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The $9,000 Handshake: What a New Hire Really Costs Your Business
You finally decided to hire someone to handle HR and payroll. You post the job, make the offer, and breathe a sigh of relief. Problem solved, right?
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Don't Wait Until June: Why Spring is the Best Time to Plan Your Summer Staffing
Allison Hochman: Apr 9, 2026 8:00:00 AM
If you've ever found yourself scrambling to hire in late May, posting jobs, rushing background checks, and onboarding staff the same week your...
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The Rise of Pay Transparency: Why Pay Equity Matters for Today’s Workplace
For much of American history, employees had little insight into how their compensation was determined. Salaries were negotiated privately, pay...
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HR Compliance Considerations Employers Should Prioritize in 2026
Employment law compliance continues to grow more complex, particularly for employers managing multi-state teams, remote employees, and evolving...
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Snow Day or Business as Usual? How to Decide When Weather Hits
Allison Hochman: Jan 29, 2026 8:00:01 AM
The recent East Coast snowstorm disrupted millions of people, closing roads, canceling travel, knocking out power, and forcing businesses to make...
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Getting Ahead of I-9 Audits: Why Employers Should Act Now to Stay Compliant
Jennica Watt, SHRM-CP: Dec 4, 2025 8:47:32 AM
As 2025 draws to a close, employers are facing unprecedented scrutiny on I-9 compliance. With ICE audits on the rise and fines reaching record...
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The Future of Feedback: Moving Beyond Annual Reviews
Dr. Shayna Cooke: Sep 29, 2025 8:00:00 AM
The traditional annual performance review is losing relevance in today’s fast-paced workplace. Employees expect continuous communication, real-time...
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Open Enrollment Essentials: Key Takeaways to Set Your Team Up for Success
Open enrollment season is a crucial time for HR professionals and business owners alike. Whether you're preparing for your first open enrollment or...
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Spring into PTO: How to Manage Employee Time Off Effectively
Jennica Watt, SHRM-CP: Mar 13, 2025 8:00:00 AM
As spring draws near and the days get longer, many employees are likely starting to daydream about their well-deserved vacations and paid time off...
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New Year, New Compliance Standards: Updating Your Employee Handbook for 2025
Josh Ard: Jan 16, 2025 8:00:00 AM
Keeping an employee handbook up-to-date can be challenging, especially with the ever-changing landscape of federal and state HR legislation. Business...
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