It’s that time of year, business owners — a time when you’re not only trying to wind down the calendar in profitable fashion, but also preparing year-end financials and contemplating next year’s budget. And amidst all this, you likely have a … [Read more...]
2017 – 08/03 – ONE BIG, HAPPY family business
Exercise cautious generosity with 401(k) enrollment eligibility
If your organization sponsors a 401(k) plan, you may have more flexibility than you think when it comes to setting eligibility rules for participants. Granted, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) sets many rules for enrollment. But … [Read more...]
How long should you retain payroll records?
Employers must exert a certain amount of time and resources to properly retaining their income tax records. But these aren’t the only documents you need to maintain. Retention of your organization’s payroll records is also important. Rule of … [Read more...]
4 ways to get (and keep) your business data in order
With so much data flying around these days, it’s easy for a company of any size to get overwhelmed. If something important falls through the cracks, say a contract renewal or outstanding bill, your financial standing and reputation could suffer. Here … [Read more...]
How to build and assess your employee training program
Savvy employers don’t view training as an unavoidable cost of doing business. They view it as a strategic investment that’s critical to developing the organization’s intellectual capital. Once you’ve committed to developing a high-performance … [Read more...]