As a small business owner, you need qualified workers at a reasonable price. Your best solution is going through a staffing agency. Here are some reasons why. Save Money Advertising on a job board, in a classified ad, or on TV or radio is expensive. Chances are you won’t get many qualified applicants for the…

Darlene Bruder – Vice President of Operations Providing Payroll across multiple states may present many unknowns and raise various questions. Below is a sampling of questions that might come to mind. I have only listed 10 questions here, as there are many others we can explore at another time. What state do I report my…

As a small business owner, you have enough stress carrying out core functions and moving operations forward. Let IES save you time and money while reducing risks by becoming your Employer of Record (EOR). Payroll Administration Processing payroll is one of the most complex functions your organization handles. You need knowledge of proper procedures and…

Studies show employers who offer wellness programs see their employees much more engaged in their work. Here are some other benefits for your company and how you can keep your workers motivated to stay healthy.  Increased Productivity When workers are encouraged to lead healthier lives, they are more productive at work. Staff have higher energy…

Hiring the right worker for the right job is a task all employers undertake at some point. Learn reasons why hiring a contract employee may be more reasonable than hiring a traditional employee. Scale Your Workforce Having a workforce that changes in size drives your company’s revenue. You pay for services delivered and nothing more.…

According to an April 2016 study from Future Workplace and Beyond.com, most HR professionals believe interviewing employee referrals is more effective than meeting with other job candidates when filling open positions. Find out reasons why and how your company can benefit.  Immediate Connections Hiring employee referrals means your workers have connections their first day on…

More HR professionals have been leaving tech companies due to professional dissatisfaction. These companies lack active, engaging roles for HR staff beyond administrative tasks. Learn how you can use this lesson for reconfiguring your own HR department to meet your workforce needs.  Lack of Defined Roles Due to the changing nature of work, many companies…

Peter Limone, CPA, CGMA – President and CFO     Payrolling companies serve as the employer of record for your contingent workforce. This can include temporary help, project workers, seasonal help, interns, or independent contractors.  As the employer of record, the payrolling company is responsible for payroll, payroll taxes, benefits, and HR management. Since they…

Peter Limone, CPA, CGMA – President and CFO and contributing author Karen Fisher, CSP. As the U.S. economy continues to slowly rebound from the effects of the Great Recession, many organizations will be looking to add to their payrolls in 2016. If you’re unsure whether to hire a permanent employee, you may consider temporary help…

By Katherine Duru Amid the patchwork of federal, state and local laws, there are an increasing number aimed at providing some paid sick leave for all employees.  High profile outbreaks of communicable infections such as norovirus have convinced lawmakers that it is in public health interest to allow workers, especially those in food service, to…