Workplace Buzzwords, what do they mean? The buzzwords of late 2022… Quiet quitting, fast firing, zoom out, fast quitting, quiet fleecing, loud quitting, quiet firing… In August, the Wall Street Journal spotted an unassuming TikTok in the wild and introduced the concept of “quiet quitting” to the masses. After the video was cited by the paper, the […]

Do you allow employees to come to work in costume? Set some guidelines around what’s appropriate in attire to be sure not to offend others, either inside or outside the Company. Spooky! Halloween lets the goblins out of the box, unleashing all kinds of behaviors in kids and adults alike. Pranks? Costumes? Sugar overload? It’s

While each season has its special delights and hazards (Spring allergies, anyone? Slipping on Winter’s ice? Enduring Summer’s humid heat?) I’m especially partial to Autumn. With mild temperatures, shifting light and vibrant, earthy tones, it’s a pleasure to experience it outdoors. And, between Autumn and year-end we’re bombarded with so many holidays to enjoy. Yet,

Listening to Employees….Why? From SHRM, 9.16.2022 According to isolved’s second annual Voice of the Workforce survey released Sept. 7, continuous listening by employers, consistent learning opportunities and frequent check-ins with supervisors are even more important than some organizations may realize, particularly for employees plagued with anxiety or self-doubt. The 1,000-employee nationwide survey found that 50 percent of

I9 Issues Have you wondered if you’re completing the I9 form correctly? Have you audited your I9s lately? The top mistakes employers make on I9s: Allowing untrained staff to administer I-9s Not supervising new employees as they complete I9s Accepting unacceptable documents Accepting fraudulent documents, such as fake lawful permanent resident or Social Security cards

August 19 – 25 has been the celebration Aviation Appreciation Week. Declared originally by President Theodore Roosevelt, it occurs during the birthday of one of America’s first pilots, Orville Wright, and meant to celebrate America’s development of aviation. The role of ‘pilot’ is to guide the direction and safe arrival of an aircraft. And, in

LOSING A GREAT EMPLOYEE? WAIT, THEY CAN WORK REMOTELY, FROM WHEREVER, RIGHT?! NOT SO FAST ……. As more employers roll out hybrid work policies, there are many complex legal considerations to take into account. Hybrid work impacts tax compliance, reimbursement for work expenses and prohibitions against discrimination, among other things. Workers and job applicants are

In the United States, the big theme of July is Independence, usually accompanied by a crazy amount of fireworks. Fireworks that aren’t organized by professionals can be dangerous as well as loud. So, what does this have to do with business? Try this: the wise business owner encourages employees to contribute to their business with

Culture Conundrum Two years after the pandemic began, organizations are still adjusting to the COVID-19 world. From government shutdowns and supply chain disruptions to a mental health crisis, the pandemic has adversely affected the world of work in myriad ways. Today’s employers are finding it increasingly difficult to recruit new staff, making it all the

Typically, the season for vacations and a general slow-down demeanor, Summer also delivers a variety of challenges to small businesses. For example: while vacations are important to keep employees (and you, business owner!) fresh and healthy while enjoying family and personal pursuits, those same vacations can cause reductions in productivity,

Throughout the month of May we’ve observed Mental Health Awareness Month, a concept that began in 1949. And, while horrific mass shootings, often attributed to failings in mental health, capture our attention through all forms of media, shortcomings of mental mental health are displayed in many ways that often miss the attention and support they […]

Do you need to do a QuickBooks Cleanup? The following signs could indicate that it’s time for a cleanup: Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations Not Current Balance in Opening Balance Equity Undeposited Funds Over 30 Days Outstanding Bank Transactions Over 30 Days Retained Earnings Does Not Match Tax Return Uncategorized Fixed Assets, Income or Expenses

Phishing Scams Post-Covid life has seen a dramatic increase in phishing scams and hacking by email, cell phone, public wi-fi use and unsecured browsers. Hackers can mask an email address and caller ID to trick the recipient into believing they have a non-existent subscription expiring, renewals are due or a refund is owed. Confirmation of

Jobless Claims Lowest Since 1969 In the most recent Jobs Report (week ending March 19) states reported that 187,000 workers filed for new unemployment benefits, the lowest level since 1969. New jobless claims have held at pre-pandemic levels since the end of 2021. In contrast, one year ago, over 750,000 workers were initiating new unemployment

COVID Corner The Centers for Disease Control has eased it’s face mask guidelines. The CDC is moving away from looking only at COVID case numbers and is looking toward a more holistic approach that includes caseloads, hospitalizations and hospital capacity. Under current guidelines, some 95% of U.S. counties are considered areas of substantial or high

Throughout mid-February, my focus often shifted to the Winter Olympics. Oddly, while I follow just a few sports throughout the year, the Olympics has been a longtime favorite, grabbing my attention for wild snowboarding, altitude-defying freestyle skiing, immeasurably gorgeous figure skating, crazy fast luge, bob sleds and more. I’ve always been a huge fan of