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California Labor Laws for Small Businesses
California labor laws are some of the toughest in the nation, but some —like minimum wage laws — only apply to businesses with a minimum number of employees. Learn more here.
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4 Manufacturing Industry Trends in 2023
We’ve outlined four new trends that are showing up in manufacturing this year.
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Paperless Payroll: 6 Things Employers Need to Know
Still running payroll with paper checks? Consider going paperless and enjoy the benefits described here.
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5 Tips for Successful Performance Counseling
Counseling struggling employees can be a tough challenge for a manager. Get easy to follow guidance on performance management here.
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Tying Compensation Strategy to Manufacturing Recruitment and Retention
Manufacturers must find great talent in an increasingly competitive market. You can use compensation strategy to recruit and retain talent.
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Does my Company Have to Pay Out Banked PTO?
For employers, managing PTO can be a slippery slope. Learn how PTO is defined and see examples of policies your company can use.
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Contractor Payroll: Managing Payments, Compliance, and Taxes
The complexities of paying a contract worker can be tough to decipher. Start here and learn how to distinguish contractors from employees.
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How to Avoid Payroll Tax Penalties in 2023
Businesses that aren’t compliant with paying payroll taxes can face hefty fines. Learn how to AVOID payroll tax penalties!
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Does Employee Morale Boost Revenue?
Happy employees produce greater ROI for companies. Learn more about the correlation and how you can boost employee morale.
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2025 Social Security Taxable Wage Base and Limit
The social security taxable wage base is the maximum gross earnings subject to Social Security tax for employees. Find the 2025 payroll tax figures and limits.
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Pre-Employment Drug Testing Laws by State
Drug testing laws, including testing for marijuana use, vary by state. See what employers should be aware of for pre-employment testing laws in their state.
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8 Types of Pre-Hire Testing for Recruiting Employees
Pre-hire assessments are the process of using tests and questionnaires to screen potential employees for job openings. Learn why companies have implemented testing.