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(UPDATED) 5 Questions for Leaders Navigating Uncertain Times
When this article was published seven months ago, many of us believed that we would move quickly through and be back to "normal" and the office by now. Alas, that is not the case. Human resource business owner and change management expert, Joan Hibdon has refreshed her highly read article originally entitled "COVID-19: What to Do When You Don’t Know…Read More -
Are You a Joint Employer?
Companies that use a lot of subcontractors have long awaited clarification of the joint employer rules under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Designation as a joint employer is a critical distinction, since joint employers are responsible for payment of wages and compliance with overtime rules. Historically this issue has been most important in the construction industry, where the use…Read More -
How to Prepare Now for Looming Bookkeeper Shortage: A SMB Guide
The conventional wisdom for several years has been that bookkeeping and accounting clerk positions are doomed for extinction. Automation has been expected to take the place of many manual and repetitive tasks in the accounting world, reducing the need for these paraprofessional positions. A recent article in Strategic Finance magazine puts a different spin on this topic. It’s two major conclusions are:…Read More -
How to Make the Most of Your Multigenerational Workforce
Many of today’s businesses employ workers from across the generational spectrum. Employees may range from Baby Boomers to members of Generation X to Millennials to the newest group, Generation Z. Managing a workforce with a wide age range requires flexibility and skill. If you’re successful, you’ll likely see higher employee morale, stronger productivity and a more positive work environment for…Read More -
Acquiring a Business? Ask Yourself These Questions First
Completing a business acquisition can be very exciting and rewarding. Set yourself up for long-term success by hiring financial, legal and business advisors to walk you through the process. Here are three key questions to ask yourself in the preliminary stages of an acquisition and then several other items to consider as you move into due diligence. Before considering the…Read More