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An EoR helping staffing agencies improve productivity
How Can Staffing Agencies Increase Productivity? 1280 572 Demand Gen
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How Can Staffing Agencies Increase Productivity?

A staffing agency’s main priority is to match the perfect candidate with the right company, whether for specialized skills, long-term commitments, or temporary positions. However, this provides a range of administrative burdens, from payroll contracts to legislation compliance, which can be time-consuming and detrimental to productivity. What makes a staffing agency successful? Effectively matching talent…

Gig economy worker opportunities with Instacart
More Opportunities from a Gig Worker Behemoth… 2560 1200 Demand Gen
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More Opportunities from a Gig Worker Behemoth…

When it comes to the gig economy, few companies stand as tall as Instacart. With a workforce that includes hundreds of thousands of independent shoppers operating across more than 5,500 cities in the U.S. and Canada, Instacart has centered itself as a major player in the gig economy. Paling only in size to Uber, DoorDash,…

Uncertainty for independent workers during presidential transition
Navigating Uncertainty for Contract Workers During a Presidential Transition 640 295 Demand Gen
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Navigating Uncertainty for Contract Workers During a Presidential Transition

The Only Thing Constant is Change. . . Regardless of your voting persuasion and election outcome preference, the United States is working through another presidential administration change. For businesses and workers this creates a period of heightened uncertainty. For contract workers, who represent a growing segment of the workforce, these transitions can bring significant challenges…

Classifying independent contractors
Understanding the Shifts in Independent Contractor Classification: Past, Present, and Future 640 287 Demand Gen
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Understanding the Shifts in Independent Contractor Classification: Past, Present, and Future

Past: The Original Rule Under the First Trump Administration and Its Change in 2024 In January 2021, during the final days of the first Trump Administration, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) introduced a rule to clarify the classification of workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This rule emphasized two primary factors: Nature…

Demonstration of an agile workforce solution
How Agile Workforce Solutions Satisfy Client Demands 1920 1130 Demand Gen
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How Agile Workforce Solutions Satisfy Client Demands

Did you know that six out of 10 of your clients are likely working with another firm? According to a survey by Indeed Flex, 68% of US hiring managers are relying on staffing firms. Despite this demand, 70% report low fulfillment rates due to challenges finding the right talent, and 61% report working with two…

Why the onboarding process matters for temporary workers
Why Your Onboarding Process for Temporary Workers Matters 640 350 Demand Gen
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Why Your Onboarding Process for Temporary Workers Matters

Onboarding a temporary worker is so much more than filling out paperwork and making quick intros on Slack. It’s a crucial step that makes sure your contingent workforce is motivated, your business operates smoothly, and your clients remain happy. Key takeaways An efficient onboarding process is critical to success, not only ensuring that placements go…

11 States, 5 GIFs, and 15 Current Workplace Law Issues on the Ballot 150 150 PayReel
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11 States, 5 GIFs, and 15 Current Workplace Law Issues on the Ballot

As states across the U.S. consider changes to everything from minimum wage changes to legalizing recreational cannabis use, employers could need to make significant adjustments to their business operations. These proposals could require businesses to adapt to budget changes, adjust their worker classification procedures, make updates to their compliance policies, and more. Top 15 Current…

What Does a Robot Smell Like? (And Why We’re Stuck With Humans) 150 150 PayReel
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What Does a Robot Smell Like? (And Why We’re Stuck With Humans)

We’ve all gotten an email or read a post that—while perfectly sound in many ways—just has the scent of a robot. Maybe it has some awkwardly amateurish alliteration or uses overly formal words like “moreover” or “furthermore.” Maybe the theme or tone comes across just a little too heavy-handed. Moreover, it may have trademark signs…

Essential Overtime Compliance Considerations When Reclassifying Employees to Non-Exempt 2560 1707 PayReel
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Essential Overtime Compliance Considerations When Reclassifying Employees to Non-Exempt

With the Department of Labor’s (DOL) decision to increase the salary threshold for employees to be exempt from overtime pay, many employers will need to reclassify employees to non-exempt status. This status entitles employees to 1.5 times their pay rate when they work beyond a 40-hour week. To stay ahead of overtime compliance concerns, employers…

The Latest PAGA Update + Practical Tips for Employers 2560 1707 PayReel
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The Latest PAGA Update + Practical Tips for Employers

The Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) is making waves once again. In a significant ruling, the California Supreme Court has determined that public employers are not subject to PAGA—a statute that allows employees to file lawsuits on behalf of the state for Labor Code violations. This landmark decision brings clarity to the longstanding debate regarding…

The Case for Embracing Digital Nomads 2560 1440 PayReel
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The Case for Embracing Digital Nomads

A digital nomad is someone who uses technology to work remotely while traveling or living in different locations, often without a fixed home base. In recent years, the workforce has experienced a significant and rapid shift towards remote work and digital nomadism, with this article estimating that digital nomads make up nearly 11% of the…

Landmark Decision: FTC’s Non-Compete Ban Overturned Nationwide 150 150 PayReel
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Landmark Decision: FTC’s Non-Compete Ban Overturned Nationwide

The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) sweeping ban on non-compete agreements has been struck down for all employers across the United States. The decision marks a pivotal moment in employment law, shaking up employees’ and employers’ rights and responsibilities nationwide. The FTC had proposed the ban on non-compete agreements to boost competition and worker mobility, arguing…

🍪 Cookies and Compliance: What You Need to Know 🍪 2560 1707 PayReel
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🍪 Cookies and Compliance: What You Need to Know 🍪

Let’s Start With a Quiz: What is a Cookie? A delicious cake-like ball of baked dough.  A marketing director’s dream.   A compliance liability.  All of the above.  It is indeed all of the above. From here on out though, we’re skipping the sweet treats and talking specifically about the small text files stored on a…

Key Strategies for Weathering Market Highs and Lows 2560 1707 PayReel
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Key Strategies for Weathering Market Highs and Lows

Being nimble is a major strength in any economic conditions, and during market uncertainty, it is even more important for companies to adapt to changes easily. The financial markets are inherently subject to highs and lows, including the market shifts we’ve seen in the last week. These changes can test a business’s resilience. Still, certain…

Make Yourself Ultra-Hireable With These 6 Skills 150 150 PayReel
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Make Yourself Ultra-Hireable With These 6 Skills

Even in a rapidly-changing world, some skills just take you places. You can learn all the latest digital tools and stay ahead of all the tech trends. Those skills are important and can play a big part in making you an attractive hire. Still, to be truly irreplaceable, you should consider improving the foundational skills…

An Ounce of Prevention AND a Pound of Cure: Lessons from CrowdStrike’s Epic Error 150 150 PayReel
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An Ounce of Prevention AND a Pound of Cure: Lessons from CrowdStrike’s Epic Error

Last Saturday, I had coffee with a friend who had certainly earned her morning pick-me-up. As one of the many thousands of travelers delayed by downed Microsoft machines the day before, she finally reached her destination a full 7 hours after expected. At 2 AM, the airport was still bustling and chaotic. It reminded her…

Audit-Proof Your Business: Essential Practices for Compliance 150 150 PayReel
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Audit-Proof Your Business: Essential Practices for Compliance

Companies have a great responsibility. Not only do they need to manage growth and profitability, they have to do it all while also ensuring that day-to-day operations comply with various laws and regulations. Compliance topics encompass everything from onboarding to pay transparency as well as a handful of HR topics in between. Like a lot…

Understanding the 2024 Overtime Rule Changes Plus 6 Steps to Compliance 2560 1667 PayReel
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Understanding the 2024 Overtime Rule Changes Plus 6 Steps to Compliance

The latest overtime rule, finalized by the Department of Labor (DOL) with one noteworthy exception introduces significant changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regarding overtime pay exemptions for executive, administrative, and professional employees.  Key Changes to Overtime Rules Salary Threshold Increase: As of last week (July 1st), the salary threshold for overtime exemption…

Who’s in the Hot Seat for Misclassification Now? Hint: It’s a Big One 2560 1707 PayReel
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Who’s in the Hot Seat for Misclassification Now? Hint: It’s a Big One

There has been a reckoning in recent years around misclassification–especially with delivery drivers at many large companies. The latest to hit the headlines is Amazon—one of the world’s largest and most influential companies in the world. The mammoth is currently facing scrutiny over its worker classification procedures. The issue revolves around whether Amazon’s delivery drivers…

Contingent Workforce Management: Simple Steps to Ensure Compliance 150 150 PayReel
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Contingent Workforce Management: Simple Steps to Ensure Compliance

In today’s economy, engaging a contingent workforce is a common practice for many businesses. However, the complexities of classification, documentation, and compliance can pose significant risks if details are not managed properly. For human resource (HR) departments, ensuring that workers are engaged legally is crucial to avoid hefty fines, legal disputes, and reputation damage.  8…

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