Employees with low- to mid-level salaries have been struggling for years to shoulder the increasing cost of carrying health insurance. In response, more finance chiefs are considering a system that bases workers' premium costs on their take-home pay. (more…)
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The majority of workers may be too concerned about work to enjoy the holidays this year. (more…)
Every half-decent manager out there knows the importance of taking all harassment complaints seriously. But many forget to take all necessary steps in handling the complaint -- and end up paying for it in the long run. (more…)
Many companies enlist the help of external accountants for help with everything from tax preparation to financial audits -- and a good number of them end up paying more than they need to. (more…)
When community banks took a dive last year, many stalwarts of the lending industry pledged their commitment to help fill the void. But most haven't quite made good on that promise just yet. (more…)
If your traveling workers have major problems with the new airport screeners, you may want to introduce them to this new -- and very unusual -- product. (more…)
True, there's no way to completely rid your office of gossip. But you can limit its impact -- and quash the damaging rumors before they get out of control. (more…)
It's not uncommon for departing employees to send out an e-mail letting their co-workers know about the upcoming move. However, it is rare for that e-mail to accuse the CEO of being an "idiot cocaine addict and blatant self proclaimed…
The holidays are right around the corner, and this year the office holiday party is making a comeback. (more…)
When this employee made some disparaging comments about her boss on her personal Facebook page, the company fired her. Now the company has to answer to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). (more…)
If your firm allows employees to work remotely, there's a good chance the office will be a much lonelier place in near future. (more…)
Let your A/P department know: Getting 1099s filed accurately and efficiently should be a top priority right now. (more…)
