The element of surprise can help promote engagement and drive employee productivity. At least every 4 - 6 weeks, consider surprising top performing teams or employees with a unique experience, such as: An ice cream social or pizza party A team outing to an escape room A food ...

If an employee comes to you with a request for employment verification, access to his or her personnel file, a job accommodation, or someone else to pick up his or her paycheck, will you know how to respond? Here are some guidelines for handling these types of requests.   #1: Employment ...

Sometimes an employer’s seemingly harmless questions can be extremely problematic. They may violate certain laws or get in the way of a productive and engaged workforce. Below are 10 things you should avoid asking your employees.   #1: "Money is tight. Do you mind working off the ...

With the school year starting, employees may ask for time off so they can attend their child's school play, parent-teacher conference, or other school-related activities. While no federal law requires employers to provide time off for these reasons, currently, eight states including California, ...

Hurricane season is upon us and, as we’ve already seen with Harvey, it is expected to be very active. To help ensure your business is prepared for severe weather we wanted to provide you with some tips to lessen disruption to you and your employees. A top priority is ensuring your ...

Many employers provide paid time off (PTO) benefits to their employees. However, with laws impacting how employees can accrue and use PTO, it's no surprise employers have questions.   Below are the answers to your top 5 questions about PTO.   Q: Am I required to provide my ...

The way others perceive your company can be critical to attracting, engaging, and retaining top employees. A strong message that clearly communicates why you're an employer of choice can set you apart from your competition. That's why many successful companies actively develop an employer brand ...

Employers strive for a fair and equitable workplace to help attract and retain employees, drive productivity, and comply with federal, state, and local laws. When employee morale begins to suffer, the signs aren't always obvious. Here are seven warning signs to watch out for: #1: Increase in ...

Are you required to pay employees for time off on a holiday? Are they entitled to premium pay if they work on a holiday? What happens if a payday falls on a holiday? And what are the overtime and tax implications of year-end bonuses? Below, we address these and other common questions about ...

Under federal law, employers must pay non-exempt employees a minimum wage of at least $7.25 per hour. However, many jurisdictions have higher minimum wage rates, some of which will increase at the start of 2018. Below, we provide a summary of these changes and guidelines to help you comply ...