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How the New Administration May Affect Your Business 2560 1707 Alicia East
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How the New Administration May Affect Your Business

The New Administration, Worker Classification, And Protecting Your Business We’re 3 weeks into a new administration. While Biden and co get busy on their top priorities, history tells us a little of what to expect during the next four years. The bottom line is that Democratic-led governments tend to tighten up on businesses and are very…

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Quit Pining Away For Normal! We Have a Better Alternative! 594 434 Alicia East
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Quit Pining Away For Normal! We Have a Better Alternative!

It’s 2021 and people are craving normalcy. They want to see the inside of restaurants again. They want to get massages and go to the gym. They want to hug their grandparents. What they may not want to do again? Wear pants with zippers or wait in security lines to travel for a meeting they…

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COVID-19 Vaccine: What You Can Expect For Business & Travel 2560 1707 Alicia East
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COVID-19 Vaccine: What You Can Expect For Business & Travel

The first doses of the approved COVID-19 vaccine have now been administered, and Dr. Fauci said, “We could really turn this thing around” by the end of 2021. So what can you expect in the coming months? Here’s what you can expect for business and travel as the vaccine rollout continues Business: Employers don’t usually have…

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2020 Gift Guide With Something For Everyone 800 533 Alicia East
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2020 Gift Guide With Something For Everyone

As 2020 is about to get a swift kick in the butt by a weary world, we can now look to all the tech, entertainment, and experiences we’d like to gift or have for ourselves while we wait for our respective phases of the vaccine rollout. Here’s our curated list for just about everyone in your…

Not Even 2020 Can Cancel Gratitude 150 150 Alicia East
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Not Even 2020 Can Cancel Gratitude

However you’re spending this holiday, it’s likely different than you expected before the regular old year of 2020 became, well, #2020. Whatever your situation, Thanksgiving is the day we’ve set aside to take a pause to remember what we’re grateful for. P.S. Science says the act of giving thanks gives us more to be thankful for.…

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Need to Film Footage Yourself? You Have Options! 2560 1707 Alicia East
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Need to Film Footage Yourself? You Have Options!

Sure, there are as many iPhones as there are stars in the (Samsung) Galaxy. Sure, people are more forgiving about production value right now. And yes, you can send a mountain of footage to an able editor over the wonderful, wacky web. But should you? Are you going to feel good about using what they produce…

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Less Obvious Etiquette For Video Calls 2560 1709 Alicia East
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Less Obvious Etiquette For Video Calls

If you don’t know why we’re revisiting this, well, bless you. But sometimes the things you think go without saying need to be said. I guess? But really. We’ve gathered some resources to help you be your best self on your work calls and there are probably a few things you haven’t thought of.  …

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How to Thrive Through the 💩Storm of 2020 967 725 Alicia East
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How to Thrive Through the 💩Storm of 2020

Over a period of 4 years, the Brown farm faced a devastating blizzard and a series of hailstorms that destroyed their 100% of their crops. Gabe Brown’s neighbors were eyeing his 1,760 acres of farmland–ready to pounce on his failure. This, Brown said, was the best thing that ever happened to him. It forced him…

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Want to Hire an Employer of Record (EOR)? What You Need to Know. 9000 6000 Alicia East
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Want to Hire an Employer of Record (EOR)? What You Need to Know.

Compliance is hard, time-consuming, high-stakes work. Many companies are finding that keeping on top of the ins and outs with an in-house team gets harder as laws change (and then change again). Whether you hire a payroll service or build a team to do the job, you want to be sure they’re fully in position to protect…

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How Project-Based Work Could Lead to Long-Term Prospects 1350 900 Alicia East
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How Project-Based Work Could Lead to Long-Term Prospects

If you’re happy with your job and lucky enough to still have it, this is not the post for you. On the other hand, if your position has been a victim to COVID-19 or you just feel like you need a change, read on. Maybe you’ve thought about taking the leap to contract work but…

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How to make paying contractors the easiest part of your job 2560 1707 Alicia East
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How to make paying contractors the easiest part of your job

Whether it’s a massive event or a one-camera shoot, when PayReel manages your projects, it’s the best for clients and workers alike. We’re devoted to making every single client and worker interaction a good one, which makes working with you mighty attractive for workers. Make your life easy and your workers happy 1. Make events…

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Would your company benefit from an Employer of Record? 2560 1710 Alicia East
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Would your company benefit from an Employer of Record?

Employer of record (noun): a) a company or organization that is legally responsible for paying employees, including dealing with employee taxes, benefits, insurance, etc. b) your secret weapon for eliminating red tape for hiring and keeping you out of court While you’re not going to find that second definition in the dictionary, it’s one of the top…

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How to open business/go back to work safely 400 300 Alicia East
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How to open business/go back to work safely

As the country tests the waters on how to open back up in the midst of a pandemic, everyone–from government officials to businesses and workers–is making tough decisions. While it’s hard to say what’s next, one thing seems clear: We are going to be in this thing for a while. As we navigate new waters,…

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Audits suck: Are your independent contractors putting you at risk? 830 845 Alicia East
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Audits suck: Are your independent contractors putting you at risk?

There’s a battle playing out in court over which workers can be classified as independent contractors versus employees. The legal wars demonstrate one important fact for employers: The IRS takes the practice of hiring independent contractors very seriously. That means you should, too. Independent Contractors (ICs) are self-employed and hired to do a specific job. They…

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How to set yourself up as an independent contractor 2560 1707 Alicia East
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How to set yourself up as an independent contractor

If you’re ready to take the leap into working for yourself, you can save some hassle down the line by setting your business up the right way from the beginning. First things first: If you’re confused about whether you are/want to be an independent contractor or a gig worker, we define the difference here. If…

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3 WAYS YOU CAN (SAFELY) EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF SUMMER MOVIES 2560 1707 Alicia East
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3 WAYS YOU CAN (SAFELY) EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF SUMMER MOVIES

There is nothing quite like a good summer movie. Taking the kids for an air-conditioned afternoon of superheroes saving the world or sharing popcorn on a first date watching an indie arthouse film can feel magical. Movie theaters provide a great escape and hours of entertainment on long hot summer days and sticky evenings. They…

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Gig workers ≠ independent contractors 2560 1707 Alicia East
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Gig workers ≠ independent contractors

We thought it was time to define two terms that often get thrown around interchangeably but shouldn’t be: independent contractor and gig worker.  Let’s clear up the confusion!   Gig worker Merriam Webster defines the gig economy as “economic activity that involves the use of temporary or freelance workers to perform jobs typically in the service…

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10 ideas to put a social-distancing spin on Memorial Day Weekend 2560 1745 Alicia East
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10 ideas to put a social-distancing spin on Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekends of old boasted barbecues, parades, and oodles of red, white, and beer (🤔) everything. The holiday recognizes those who have fought in the armed forces while also unofficially kicking off summer. This year is bound to look a little different even as restrictions ease up. Large gatherings, parades, and public fireworks displays…

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4 alternatives to screen time while sheltering in place with kids 610 345 Alicia East
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4 alternatives to screen time while sheltering in place with kids

Pre shelter-in-place, I was one of the irritatingly-principled parents who seriously limited screen time to special occasions like a quarterly family movie night. Admittedly, I also found it useful here and there when I noticed smoke from an overcooked bird cascading out of the oven or it felt like the whole house was going to crumble…

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3 new skills to learn for the new reality 2500 1667 Alicia East
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3 new skills to learn for the new reality

We can only guess what things will look like on the other side of this. And for me, I can’t spend too much brain space guessing. Not only has my history of predicting the future not proven very accurate, it also takes energy and time away from what’s in front of me in my actual…

Lemons - Payreel
5 ways you can produce food without a big yard 2560 1920 Alicia East
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5 ways you can produce food without a big yard

You’ve baked a cake from scratch. You’ve lost too many hours of your life to Tiger King. You have a jar of sourdough starter on the counter. You know what it’s time for? Something (anything) outside. You could take advantage of this rare period of time when you’re not driving through the Chick-fil-a on your way to…

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The COVID-19 pandemic: Resources to get you through 2560 1707 Alicia East
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The COVID-19 pandemic: Resources to get you through

Whether your at-home reality is more demanding than usual because you’re caring for kids while trying to keep up with work or you’re on the other end of the spectrum with little to do and only Netflix to keep you company, reality has changed for everyone. Below is a list of resources for everything from…

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The freelancing secrets I wish I’d known a decade ago 490 294 Alicia East
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The freelancing secrets I wish I’d known a decade ago

I was a year into a career change I thought would be permanent and I was leaving…again. I’d lasted one year and 2 weeks as a high school teacher and it was….umm…not a fit. I didn’t know what to do with myself. I’d won awards in the position I had left the previous year but,…

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Employer of Record: what it is and who needs it most 2560 1920 Alicia East
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Employer of Record: what it is and who needs it most

Employer of record (noun): a) a company or organization that is legally responsible for paying employees, including dealing with employee taxes, benefits, insurance, etc. b) your secret weapon for eliminating red tape for hiring and keeping you out of court While you’re not going to find that second definition in the dictionary, it’s certainly one of the…

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6 binge-able series to make your hibernation bearable 2560 1707 PayReelUser
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6 binge-able series to make your hibernation bearable

By Dani Lyman Spring may be just around the corner but we are not out of the (snow-covered) woods yet. Dangerous storms and record cold snaps are sweeping the nation—forcing people off the road, into their homes, and often to the comforting glow of their devices. If you’re not sure how you’re going to survive the…

Good Times - Payreel
3 ways we’re improving the client experience 2560 1707 Alicia East
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3 ways we’re improving the client experience

We are all about providing you with the tools that will make your job easier and more effective. Independent contractor payroll management can be complicated: We simplify it so you can get back to the work you do best. We spent a lot of 2019 improving your experience and now we have our sights set…

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Meet your client relationship manager: Michael Harder 1002 1399 Alicia East
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Meet your client relationship manager: Michael Harder

Like all of our Client Relationship Managers (CRMs), Michael is here for you. MICHAEL HARDER: Client Relationship Manager Where there’s a will, there’s a way. Whether that’s relocating to Colorado before finding a job, revamping payroll tracking from a thousand separate sheets into one big master spreadsheet, or brewing his own beer, Michael is going to…

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Working on your marketing plan? Don’t fall for this common myth! 2560 1709 Alicia East
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Working on your marketing plan? Don’t fall for this common myth!

We’re all about tackling obstacles that get in the way of your success. Turns out there’s a persistent, pernicious myth out there that might be hindering you without you even knowing it. But before we get to that, a story: I recently visited the website of a product I had heard great things about it…

Christmas Gifts - Payreel
Last-minute gift guide for the self-proclaimed geek in your life 5897 3937 Alicia East
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Last-minute gift guide for the self-proclaimed geek in your life

From Star Wars Arcade games to everyone’s favorite force whisperer: Everything old is new (or in the case of baby Yoda—young) again. We work with self-proclaimed geeks both inside and outside the office every day and these are some of the gifts causing a buzz in our corner of the world. One of the most beloved…

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You Misclassified an Employee. Now What? 4464 2966 Alicia East
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You Misclassified an Employee. Now What?

In the aftermath of the landmark California Supreme Court ruling, there’s much more attention on the W2 employee v. independent contractor debate. That makes it all the more important that companies don’t misclassify a worker — and more costly when they do. Here’s what you need to know about misclassifying employees: IT’S A NEW WORLD …

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From glee to gratitude, here are our 10 emotions of Thanksgiving week 6024 4024 Alicia East
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From glee to gratitude, here are our 10 emotions of Thanksgiving week

Once a year, a holiday whose very name specifically calls to mind all we have to be grateful for rolls around. And every year, we think of you–the clients and customers who make our work possible. We also think of pie, every form of potato, and stretchy pants. Here are 10 emotions of Thanksgiving week Glee…

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Meet the team: Liz Kendrick 1002 1399 Alicia East
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Meet the team: Liz Kendrick

We’re continuing our “meet the team” series with Liz, another wonderful Client Relationship Manager. Here’s what makes Liz an extra special member of our team Liz has never lived far from the mountains. She grew up in Aspen, Colorado and then ventured to the foothills for school at CU Boulder. There, she studied human resource…

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Meet the team: Elizabeth Lewis 2163 2727 Alicia East
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Meet the team: Elizabeth Lewis

Elizabeth Lewis is a client relationship manager. If you have a problem, she has a solution. Before joining the team at PayReel, Elizabeth spent seven years working with a diverse set of clients and organizations at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia. She has a natural passion for building relationships and spreading…

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Must-see movie this Halloween 3872 2581 PayReelUser
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Must-see movie this Halloween

When it comes to the terrors and haunting images of Halloween, we visualize witches, ghosts and goblins. But sometimes the real monsters are people. My Must See Scary Movie Pick for Halloween 2019 is He’s Out There. First time director Quinn Lasher delivers a horror masterpiece on an indie movie budget. This smart and frightening…

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How to Maintain Company Culture with a Remote Workforce 2281 1456 Alicia East
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How to Maintain Company Culture with a Remote Workforce

Pixar’s cereal bar is the stuff of legend. The famous first stop for anyone who tours the studio isn’t what the company culture is built on, but it is a noteworthy expression of a company culture that cultivates creative expression, communication, and a feeling of purpose among workers. You don’t need a cereal bar, but that feeling? That’s worth emulating.…

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When a payroll company steals—and what you can do to protect yourself 5472 3648 Alicia East
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When a payroll company steals—and what you can do to protect yourself

Here we are again: Fraud. Lives disrupted. An FBI investigation. This time, a New York State-based payroll company is accused of diverting $35 million from employee accounts. As the details come together, it’s worth asking how you can protect yourself. Why might a business trust a payroll company in the first place? Trusting a company…

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Mythbusters: Two truths and two lies about worker classification 2766 2766 Alicia East
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Mythbusters: Two truths and two lies about worker classification

Laws around worker classification are getting extra attention right now. Some people are even expressing concern that proposed changes threaten free press. We thought it was high time to address some of the myths that get businesses in trouble. Read to the end for the super good news! Worker Classification Myth #1: After a certain amount…

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Live from the Shark Tank: Principles to do business by 4675 3016 Alicia East
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Live from the Shark Tank: Principles to do business by

Shark Tank is legendary for the sharks’ personalities, the on-air humbling of would-be entrepreneurs just a little too big for their britches, and of course the on-air deals that make millions for all involved. The best pitches, like this one, identify the problem and solution in just a few sentences, but the pitch alone isn’t everything.…

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Meet the Client Relationship Management Team 2016 1512 Alicia East
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Meet the Client Relationship Management Team

Most likely to turn a problem into a solution Today, we’re introducing you to our CRM team. If you come to us with a problem, this is the team most likely to stop at nothing to make sure you leave with a solution. Better yet, we’ll do our best to keep you from having any problems…

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Cybersecurity—protecting company and customer information 5760 3840 Alicia East
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Cybersecurity—protecting company and customer information

As children, we learn to keep our valuables under close watch when we are in public. In the cyberworld, it’s harder to keep our most valuable assets protected. Unlike a wallet, our identity, data, and customers’ personally identifiable information (PII) are not tangible items that we can keep in our sight, knowing that as long…

Most Anticipated Shows of the Summer 150 150 PayReelUser
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Most Anticipated Shows of the Summer

Summer! It’s a time for slowing down long enough to sip lemonade on the front porch or get lost in a book oceanside. And of course, long, scorching days and short evenings filled with thunderstorms mean we have also officially entered the season of hunkering down indoors to binge-watch our favorite TV shows. Here are…

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Summer movies to make you feel like a kid again 6000 4000 PayReelUser
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Summer movies to make you feel like a kid again

This summer movie theaters are sure to be packed with a new generation of viewers who will be introduced to some of our favorite childhood characters. However, kids’ movies aren’t just made for kids these days. Those of us who grew up with beloved characters such as Aladdin, Simba, and Agent Jay will also flock…

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A Dynamex Decision newsflash: It’s about to get real with Assembly Bill 5 6000 4000 Alicia East
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A Dynamex Decision newsflash: It’s about to get real with Assembly Bill 5

If you’re paying attention to the world of independent contractors (ICs), you’re already familiar with the Dynamex Decision (which we covered here). So what makes the recent Assembly Bill 5 news flashy? It’s that this bill approves codifying the ruling. That means the decision is one step closer to being iron-clad law (along with all the…

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Immigration in the workplace: What you need to know to get it right 3916 2769 Alicia East
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Immigration in the workplace: What you need to know to get it right

Immigration is one of the hottest topics in politics and much of the White House’s rhetoric on the subject (including the latest announcement) centers around employment. While employers may not make the policies, they do carry a great deal of responsibility in ensuring their employees are eligible to work in the United States.   Let’s…

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Here’s what 2019 holds for the ACA 5570 3714 Alicia East
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Here’s what 2019 holds for the ACA

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is making the news again as a coalition of the Trump administration and GOP-led states are appealing courts to take it down completely. What’s at stake? It depends on who you ask. Many believe that the ACA lands squarely in the land of government overreach. Additionally, the act has its share…

Cannabis, workplace impairment, and 5 questions to consider 3438 5157 Alicia East
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Cannabis, workplace impairment, and 5 questions to consider

What used to be black and white, and is now suddenly gray all over? When marijuana use was simply illegal, employers could legally make employment decisions based on use alone. As states decriminalize the use of medical marijuana, recreational marijuana, and CBD oil, the conversation gets much more complicated. Nowhere is it more important to…

Nestle - PayReel
No pressure, but you really need to fix your contractor payroll dysfunction 501 291 Alicia East
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No pressure, but you really need to fix your contractor payroll dysfunction

I’m not saying you’re dysfunctional, but if you can answer ‘yes’ to any of the following questions, you probably have some flaws in your contractor payroll systems. But don’t worry! This isn’t like family dysfunction that can only be handled with gobs of counseling and Netflix marathons. We’re talking about something that can actually be…

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How to Determine a Payroll Schedule for Your Company 500 333 Alicia East
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How to Determine a Payroll Schedule for Your Company

Whether you’re starting a new company or you’re trying to develop a better strategy for your company’s payroll, there are a few things to keep in mind. This includes the state your business is presently in, the types of workers you have, and when you are able to push your workers’ paychecks through. Here are…

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What the new DOL proposal means for overtime 4978 3319 Alicia East
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What the new DOL proposal means for overtime

Heads up: overtime exemptions are about to change. On March 7th, 2019, the Department of Labor (DOL) proposed new regulations which will make more than a million more people eligible for overtime pay. The proposal raises the salary-level threshold  The proposal increases the salary-level threshold for white-collar exemptions. Workers earning less than $35,308 a year ($679…

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When workers’ comp sucks: a cautionary tale 6500 4333 Alicia East
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When workers’ comp sucks: a cautionary tale

An insurance company says a doctor provided false info. The doc has no comment. Meanwhile, the psychologist says the insurance overruled his decision and handled the case so poorly he’s not going to take workers’ comp cases anymore. And then there’s Neil Eckelberger — the guy in the middle of it all trying to get on…

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