3 good reasons to conduct background checks when hiring
Many employers use background checks as a regular part of their hiring processes. But “many” does not mean “all.” In fact, recent research conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management indicates smaller businesses tend to skip this important … [Read more...]
Rev up retirement offerings with an NQDC plan
Many business owners and executives would like to save more money for retirement than they’re allowed to sock away in their 401(k) plan. For 2017, the annual elective deferral contribution limit for a 401(k) is just $18,000, or $24,000 if you’re 50 … [Read more...]
2017 – 08/31 – 4 reasons not to borrow from your 401(k)
Should you sail your 401(k) into a safe harbor?
Employers tend to feel like they have to offer a 401(k) retirement plan. But many organizations, particularly smaller ones, run into trouble with complex rules for discrimination testing. If all of this sounds familiar, you might consider adding a … [Read more...]
Promoting from within can be a recipe for management success
Effective leadership is critical to any organization. When trying to fill leadership roles — that is, management positions — you likely look for candidates with experience in your industry or sector. Ideally, of course, you’d probably love to find … [Read more...]