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What can the 2008 Olympic Games teach us about improving workplace performance?

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 08:35:00 GMT

Trainers, equipment, massages and world class facilities would undoubtedly improve employee performance in your workplace. But there are simpler, basic lessons that all managers and business owners can take away from the Olympics and apply to improve results.

Can employees use the new U.S. Passport Card for I-9 proof of employment eligibility?

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 08:10:00 GMT

The U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently issued a press release stating that the Passport Card can be used for a “List A” document on the I-9.

Are Your Employees Watching the 2008 Olympic Games at Their Desks?

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:05:00 GMT

At peak times almost 20 live streams are available for online viewing of the 2008 Olympic Games.

Annual raises; Is 4% enough?

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:05:00 GMT

2008 salary increase budgets are 3.9% as reported by the just published 35th Annual WorldatWork Salary Budget Survey. Increase budgets for 2009 are projected to be the same 3.9%.

401(k) Hardship Withdrawals Increase with Employee Economic Woes

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 07:05:00 GMT

The IRS says that hardship withdrawals can be taken from 401(k) plans for “immediate and heavy financial need.”... Even with the IRS guidelines plans don’t have to allow these withdrawals ...

Could your wellness program cause a legal headache?

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 07:25:00 GMT

HIPAA...prohibits discrimination in health coverage based on health status. When a wellness plan is part of health coverage everyone has to have equal access to benefits regardless of any chronic illness or lifestyle choice.

Will that softball game injury drive up your worker’s compensation costs?

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 07:40:00 GMT

The weekend and once a week athletes inspired by Olympic publicity can be early casualties.

How far do you have to go to accommodate religious beliefs in the workplace?

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 08:45:00 GMT

The EEOC issued updated guidelines for handling religious diversity issues in the workplace ... prompted by the sharp rise in the number of claims filed charging religious discrimination. Almost 2,900 claims were filed in 2007 up 13% from 2006 and more than double the number in 1992.

The Federal Minimum Wage Has Gone Up; Do You Have the Right Wage and Hour Posters?

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 02:15:00 GMT

Federal and state laws require employers to post notices of minimum wages and a host of other regulations that affect employment.

Tough Times Call for Creative Benefit Plan Solutions

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 04:45:00 GMT

Starting early and planning makes a huge difference in the benefits plan renewal process.