New York state will be increasing its minimum wage for hourly employees as well as its minimum salary for exempt employees beginning on December 31, 2017. Here’s what you need to know: New Minimum Wage Governor Cuomo signed into law a statewide $15 minimum wage plan that will take the form of a series of…
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It used to be that technology and the “human factor” were associated as two competing approaches to accomplish business outcomes. One was seen as the way of the future and the other, potentially replaceable. However, today cloud technology is widely utilized to enhance the efficiency of people-driven processes, empowering businesses to more easily manage their
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As a business owner, it can be tricky figuring out which business records to keep and which ones you can throw away. You want to retain records as long as legally mandated, but figuring out what’s required of you can be confusing. In order to provide a general framework for what you’re expected to retain and for how long,
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In 2018, 29 states will have a minimum wage higher than the federal minimum, keeping pace with the precedent set in 2017. 20 states will see their minimum wage increased in 2018, some of which can be attributed to cost-of-living accommodation and others which are pre-determined scheduled increases. For your convenience, we’ve posted a comparison chart of all
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We’ve written on the importance of self-care for employees and employers alike on our blog before. It’s important to invest in your health in order to be your most engaged, productive self. However, this doesn’t mean you need to pay out a small fortune just to make sure you’re being healthy. Case in point, did you know that
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Fingercheck’s goal has always been to deliver a seamless HR experience for every business by automating their needs through a single platform. Just like any growing product, Fingercheck isn’t without its own unique set of challenges. Fortunately, along with our product development, our customer base has expanded, which is why we’ve adapted to better equip
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It’s that time of the year again! The festivities are about to be in full swing, and with the end of Q4 approaching, your company is likely in crunch mode. As busy as you are, have you given any thought to how you’ll be rewarding your employees for their service? Giving employees a gift of appreciation
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As an employer, you have a lot to be thankful for – the talented employees you have on your teamwork in and out every day to drive the collective success of your company. Without their sacrifice, you wouldn’t be in the position to lead or steer your vision into the future. Without your clients, you’d
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In recent years, Americans have increasingly struggled to obtain the perfect balance between spending time at work and with family. Daily schedules have become busier; consequently, the concept of work-life balance is now a vital issue within the American workforce. Why Work-Life Balance is Important An adequate work-life balance is essential when it comes to
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If you’re interested in attracting and retaining talent within your organization, it’s worth your time to consider building a workplace survey. No matter how large your business is or what industry you’re in, you can benefit from collecting employee feedback to evaluate and build a better workplace. “Surveys are a great way to gauge how employees
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