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When they were first created, electronic cigarettes were promoted as an easy, healthy way to eventually quit smoking. Last year, however, an outbreak of lung injuries and deaths linked to the smoking devices had caused both officials and employers to take a closer look, not only banning traditional cigarettes but also vaping products and devices …

For new and existing small or mid-sized businesses managing payroll can be a bit of a challenge. While many have opted to either handle payroll themselves or by hiring a payroll processor, more businesses are beginning to turn to the services that a professional employer organization or PEO offers in handling payroll and taxes for …

                      Because many workers are putting off retirement, today, there are currently five generations in the workforce. According to a story recently appearing on the Benefits Pro website, that means that everyone, from the newest hire, all the way up to the C-Suite and even …

Medical privacy issues are once again in the news as Apple recently announced they would be offering free genetic screenings for its employees. HR Dive’s Ryan Golden reports the tech giant made the announcement saying that in partnership with Color Genomics, it will begin offering genetic testing at its headquarters in Cupertino, California. Apple employees …

It’s the time of year when many organizations host their annual holiday parties. Such events can actually end up being a great team-building event where people get a chance to be themselves outside of the workplace environment. On the other hand, they can also have potentially disastrous outcomes if someone has a bit too much …

Most companies claim that on-the-job safety is an important priority. According to a recent report issued by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), however, in 2018, the number of work-related fatalities (5,250) rose 2% over those of 2017 (5,147). According to an article appearing on the HR Dive website, the marked increase in on-the-job …

Almost everyone is aware of how invaluable and affirming work culture and team building can be in the workforce. Among the many benefits, team building offers improved cohesion, communication, and gets employees to work together in collaboration. According to HR Technologist Community Contributor Candice Dedmon, there are some additional benefits that have shown themselves among …

Many economic experts have sounded the warning bell of a possible recession within the next year.  According to executives across a wide variety of businesses, executives say there is a cause for concern for those workers who are less agile.  According to a report by Valerie Bolden-Barrett that appeared on the HR Dive website,  business …

The holiday season is the time of gift-giving, not only among family and friends but also in the workplace as well.  According to an article appearing on the Gloucester Times website, knowing what is appropriate to give can be more of a challenge at the office than it is to buy for those closest to …

Most companies have a code of conduct that they have put in place to help their employees and staff operate with ethics and integrity. According to a recent story appearing on the HR Dive website, however, the LRN Corporation found that a third of the companies that they analyzed had codes of conduct that were …

A former Amazon.com manager from Michigan has lost his lawsuit against his former employer, which alleged religious discrimination. Jennifer Carsen recently reported on HR Dive’s website that a jury has rejected the claim of Abdullah Haydar, who was a manager for Amazon in both the company’s Seattle and Detroit offices.  Haydar alleged that his immediate …

Earlier this month, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that workers would be able to put more money away for retirement. HR Executive reports that the IRS issued a press release on Wednesday, November 6th, announcing that as part of its annual inflation adjustments, workers who have 401(k) plans will be able to contribute up …

The dreams of being able to work independently working through the gig economy may be coming to an abrupt end in the state of California soon. According to a recent article appearing on the HR Exchange Network website, a ballot measure that would exempt companies like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash from the bill, AB-5, which …

Human resource professionals across the industry have begun to realize that they either need to adapt to the technological advances that big data has brought to the table or be left behind.   Those who work in the field of HR need to learn both the skillset and take advantage of the changes in technology …

A report issued two years ago is providing employers with a reason to rethink their policies when it comes to employee payroll.  According to an article written by Ryan Golden for HRDive, the report released by CareerBuilder in 2017 indicated that as many as 78% of workers in the United States are living paycheck to …

In the past, employers and HR managers viewed potential job candidates who had too many current jobs listed on their resumes as being a job hopper and were less likely to hire them.  However, according to a recent article by Valerie Bolden-Barrett appearing on the HR Dive website, that may no longer be the case. …

Layne Davlin, founder and president of NetPEO, was chosen to serve on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Professional Employer Organizations (NAPEO). Davlin was one of five new members elected to a year-long term of the association’s Board at its September 2019 Annual Conference and Marketplace. NAPEO is a Leader in the …

DACA recipients or “Dreamers” have received support for their cause from an unexpected source. Marketwatch reports that Apple CEO Tim Cook has filed a friend-of-the-court brief with the Supreme Court urging the Justices to uphold the immigration law that protects the immigration status of those who were brought to the U.S. illegally as children. In …

According to a recent report issued by the National Association of Professional Employer Organizations, or PEO’s,  based on cost savings alone, the average client of such organizations can expect a return on their investment of 27.2 percent.  Yahoo! Finance recently reported on their website that at a recent conference held in Austin, Texas, economists Laurie …

In today’s employment climate, tech workers know that their skills are in demand. The competition between companies looking to fill positions with the best and most qualified applicants is fierce. So which public and privately held companies are the top picks for job seekers looking to land their dream job? According to a recent article …

Most job seekers tend to know the types of behaviors along with the dos and don’ts that will get them through the door and into a potential job interview. Even after giving what you might consider what you think was your best interview ever, the waiting really can be the hardest part. So what do …

The current tight hiring climate is causing HR managers and company executives to rely more on gig workers than ever before. According to an article appearing on the Staffing Industry website, one reason for the trend is that employers are seeing a marked skills gap in available workers to fill open positions within their organizations. …

The gig economy, it seems, is here to stay. According to a study about financial well-being conducted by MBO Partners, 77% of independent workers or freelancers feel that they are living comfortably and can make ends meet. HR Dive.com‘s Rila O’Donnell reported last week that this trend among gig workers is almost identical to that …

The use of social media and video has inserted itself into nearly every aspect of our daily lives. Now in the realm of human resources and recruiting, workers are expecting it will play an even bigger role than ever. HR Dive recently reported that according to a study conducted by Monster for their State of …

It’s a given that most employers will check the social media profile of every potential new hire. Most job seekers know this and will take what they feel is the appropriate action to remove potentially offensive material. According to a recent article by Valerie Bolden-Barrett appearing on the HR Dive website, some candidates will even …