Harvard Business Review reports that at least half of managers and top executives feel isolated and disconnected, while 61% of those surveyed reveal that the alienation hinders their job performance. Anyone with elevated status, not just the CEO or others in the C-suite, may find it challenging to interact with subordinates. We should distinguish between […]
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On-call employees are required by their employers to be available for work even during the employees’ time off. Whether you must provide on-call pay for these employees depends on a few factors. But if you’re not paying for these hours, you may be violating the Fair Labor Standards Act rules for hours worked and overtime.
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Tax-Advantaged Qualified Small Business StockAccording to Public Law Number 117-154 (06/23/2022), the U.S. Tax Code is 6,871 pages. When you add the federal tax regulations and official tax guidance, the number of pages increases to approximately 75,000. Some very helpful tax breaks can get lost in the shuffle! One of the lesser known tax provisions
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A recent Cengage Group survey reported that 41% of respondents would prefer to get a certificate that would instantly qualify them for an in-demand job rather than obtain a college degree. These people are excellent candidates for “new-collar worker” positions. What is a new-collar worker? According to Indeed, new-collar jobs are associated with industries where
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How would you define an engaged workforce? You might say it’s an environment where everyone involved feels valued and supported. Workplace engagement is a crucial aspect of business success. In fact, it’s so imperative that employee engagement has been shown to affect metrics like productivity, retention, and customer service. However, unfortunately, recent statistics indicate that
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The new set of responsibilities may be daunting: They range from overseeing department budgets, meeting goals, and hiring needs to disciplinary actions. It is jolting to switch focus from daily details to a broader picture that aligns with corporate objectives. You cannot tuck yourself away in your private office. From now on, it is crucial
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On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission issued a final rule banning virtually all noncompete agreements. It was scheduled to take effect 120 days after publication in the Federal Register, which pointed to an effective date sometime around the end of August. But before that happened, a Federal court struck down the rule, leaving
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Artificial intelligence isn’t going anywhere. While that is unsettling for some people to hear, others understand that AI is influencing — and will continue to affect — everyday life, and the future of the job market is one of the most anticipated challenges imposed by AI. What does the future of AI look like?According to
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Do you want to help your new employees have a positive experience, setting them up for long-term success? Onboarding is a comprehensive process that can last up to 12 months. How it’s handled is crucial to ensuring high retention. In addition to sharing the job requirements and describing team dynamics, you can help new hires
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Nine out of 10 respondents to a Capital Group/Escalent survey rated “peace of mind” as very important. If it cannot be quantified according to risk and return, perhaps freedom, time and spontaneity make better metrics. What does peace of mind mean to you? It is hard to define the elusive emotion of financial security, but
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