How should employee files be organized?

Answer from Kyle, PHR: We recommend having five separate files for each employee, as outlined below: I-9 file: Keep all Form I-9s in a separate master file or three-ring binder.Medical file: This file should contain everything related to an employee’s medical history,...

Three Tips to Make Online Training Successful Long Term

Online trainings can be a useful tool for developing talent, but they can also end up being a waste of time and resources, even if the content and presentation are good. The difference between effective and ineffective training often comes down to whether employees...

The Struggle to Hire and What Businesses Can Do About It

If you’re finding it difficult to hire employees, you’re not alone. Bloomberg reports that many small businesses are struggling to find people who currently want to work—in fact, 42% say they have jobs they can’t fill. The number of people quitting jobs right now is...

EEO-1 Reporting Open Now Through July 19, 2021

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has announced that the 2019 and 2020 EEO-1 Component 1 data collection is now open—the collection had been delayed because of COVID-19. Employers that are required to file have until Monday, July 19, 2021, to submit...

An employee says that the stress of the job is affecting their mental health. How should we handle this?

Answer from Kyle, PHR:   This employee may just need to talk through their concerns and get your help prioritizing or delegating. They may, for example, feel like every single thing on their to-do list is life-or-death by Friday at close of business, when that’s...

Payroll Management Featured as 2020 Member Spotlight by IPPA

We’re honored to be featured as a 2020 member spotlight by Independent Payroll Providers Association! In an effort to continuously grow and improve the services we provide you, Payroll Management belongs to a nationwide trade association made up of independent payroll...