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Earthquake Safety Guidance for Businesses
Natural disasters can happen at any moment, and unlike hurricanes or tornadoes, which are seasonal, the timing of earthquakes is less predictable. The uncertainty of when an earthquake might occur...
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Paid Time Off Policy: Should You Bundle Vacation and Sick Time?
Paid time off (PTO) is one of the most common benefits employers offer. In fact, it’s something employees expect. There’s been a growing trend among employers to bundle PTO by combining sick and...
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2020 Holiday Hiring Guidance for Employers
‘Tis the season for holiday hiring. With an anticipated increase in business due to the holiday shopping season, employers will want to have the right employees to cover the holiday demand and provide...
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Holiday Safety Tips for Businesses
The holidays are a time for joy and celebration. However, between colder weather, COVID-19, flu season, and office decorations, there are a handful of risks that could pose a threat to you and your...
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Performance Reviews During COVID-19
As the year comes to a close, many companies hold annual performance reviews. A performance review is used to support employment decisions such as career development, compensation, or corrective...
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Holiday Company Celebrations During COVID-19
Taking precautions and following safety measures by social distancing and limiting gatherings has made people feel isolated this year. The holidays are typically a time to connect with friends and...
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End of Year HR Checklist
As we inch closer toward the end of the year, many employees may begin to wind down and taper their workload. However, for Human Resource professionals, it may feel like the workload is only just...
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Workplace Changes Expected Under the Biden Administration
President-Elect Joe Biden will be sworn into office as the 46th president of the United States of America on Wednesday, January 20. Now, with Democratic control of Congress, it’s likely the White House...
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How Are Workers' Comp Rates Determined?
Workers' comp insurance rates are calculated according to the specific type of work employees perform along with the rate assigned to those employee classifications. But when it comes to obtaining...
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How Does Overtime Pay Work?
How does overtime work at your company? Overtime pay for hourly employees has an additional pay rate for working more than a specific number of hours in a week. There is a minimum for overtime in the...
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Top 10 Hiring Trends of 2021
The unprecedented nature of 2020 impacted every facet of life, including the economy. COVID-19 immediately upended the U.S. job market, skyrocketing the unemployment rate to 14.8% in April 2020.The...
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5 Ways Small-Business Owners Can Reduce Workers’ Compensation Costs
Workers’ compensation costs aren’t reflected simply by the cost of insurance premiums. The biggest factor of cost associated with workers’ compensation is the cost of actual workplace accidents....
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5 Payroll Tax Changes to Know in 2021
Numerous payroll changes are taking effect in 2021, and if they aren’t done correctly, they’ll be a big headache for your business. As a standard, an employee’s paycheck consists of federal income tax,...
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Five Keys to a Successful Mentorship
Everyone needs a mentor. For me, that person is Carol Hague. Carol began her career in 1973 at the St. Petersburg law firm of Fowler White, and has spent the more than 45 years since climbing the...
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EEOC Releases Fiscal Year 2020 Enforcement and Litigation Data
Retaliation remains the most frequently filed charge according to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) breakdown of 67,448 total workplace discrimination charges the agency...
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How to Conduct an Exit Interview
Exit interviews can provide an employer with valuable insights into their organization. Departing employees are likely to reveal information they otherwise would not readily discuss, such as feedback...
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An Analysis of the Federal Minimum Wage Proposal
The POE Group is a Tampa Bay-based independent compensation consulting firm with over 25 years of experience partnering with clients ranging from small businesses to Fortune 1000 companies across...
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UPDATED! What Employers Need to Know: I-9 Flexibility & E-Verify
Our goal is to keep you informed of changes associated with the coronavirus that will impact you as an employer.Read on to learn about recent changes to E-Verify and I-9 Requirements.
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Mental Health Concerns in the Workplace
No workplace is immune to mental health concerns. 2020 was a challenging year and COVID-19 fatigue is a current challenge that workers are experiencing. Employees are tired of the pandemic and just...
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Planning for Your Health in Your Golden Years
The Advantage Group is a Tampa Bay-based health insurance brokerage with over 50 years of experience in helping individuals protect themselves and their families as they plan for retirement. Their...
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