Efficient Hire
Did you know you could receive a tax credit for hiring individuals who have been unemployed? The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit for hiring individuals from certain target groups who face significant barriers to employment—including individuals who have been unemployed for 27 weeks or longer. With unemployment skyrocketing, now is …
In a fast-paced work environment, new employee onboarding challenges can be frustrating and exhausting. It’s worth the effort, however. Often an employee’s first month on the job can determine how long they stay with your company. It can also signal how well they’ll perform while they are part of your workforce. Bringing in new hires …
The IRS requires employers who are considered “applicable large employers (ALEs)” to be compliant with the ACA rules and ACA reporting. It’s always good to be well prepared for IRS reporting and requirements! It’s important to understand the penalties for an employer who must report to the IRS and does not comply with the ACA …
Ideally, every company wants to hire reliable, competent hourly workers who are engaged and willing to stick around for the long term. But the fact remains that work environments such as retail and fast food are subject to significant turnover. And overworking existing employees while you are trying to hire new people just makes things …
Finding enough qualified applicants and engaging with them quickly before they find a job elsewhere makes hiring difficult and time-consuming. If you are feeling overwhelmed with the challenging hiring environment, you’re not the only one! Here are some considerations and recommendations on how to leverage all sources to find the best candidates! Considerations Yielding the …
As an employer, one of the hardest things you may have to deal with at work is an employee struggling with addiction. Even if your organization has a clear alcohol and drug policy and conducts random drug testing, you may still occasionally encounter a worker who is caught up in substance abuse. What are some …
Times are difficult right now for finding and hiring candidates, that’s for sure! Our last blog discussed some key considerations for an employer’s influence on recruiting, job seeker factors, and external factors. First, let’s review the main challenges and then explore some best practices for recruiting hourly workers to get results! No doubt you’re experiencing …
Did you know that about 27 million people in the U.S. are working part-time jobs? Part-time employees often get the short end of the stick when it comes to enjoying the best a workplace has to offer. They usually don’t get benefits. They may be on call much of the time or scheduled to work …
The labor market, driven primarily by COVID-19, has not recovered to pre-pandemic employment levels and has changed materially over the past six months with demand for new employees far outweighing the existing supply of job seekers, which has created immediate challenges for hourly employers across the country. With the shift towards a “job seekers market”, …
Yes, the IRS offers tax incentives for hiring people with disabilities. The government designs tax credits to encourage employers to hire disadvantaged individuals who might otherwise have difficulty finding a good job. Businesses that make a concerted effort to identify and hire qualifying workers can reap the benefits. They can qualify for thousands of dollars—potentially …