2018 Changes in Social Security and Retirement Plans

From 401(k) plans to individual retirement accounts to Social Security, the federal government has been busy in recent weeks adjusting numbers for 2018. Whether you’re an employee or business owner, senior management or nonexempt staff, these changes may affect...

How to Motivate Employees to Use Wellness Programs

Employers are incorporating wearables into their workplace wellness programs. How can they promote health and well-being? Read on: Give employees these devices or offer a subsidy rather than requiring them to buy them completely on their own. Set goals; encourage...

How to Communicate With Your Staff

Don’t let poor communication among your workers and managers get worse. It can lead to a serious decline in your firm’s health. But there are ways to perk up communication. Here are some smart tips for improvement: Check in with employees on a regular...

What Paid Holidays to Give Off

For all full-time employees, 7.6 is the average number of paid holidays in the U.S. Professional and technical staffers average 8.5 paid holidays, while clerical and sales employees average 7.7 paid holidays. Blue collar and service workers have, on average, seven...