According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics this year, 2015, millennials will become the workforce's new majority, and by 2030, this group will represent 75% of the workforce.
Although millennials are becoming a dynamic component of the labor force, companies are having difficulty bringing them on board and keeping them pleased for long-term. According to a recent Elance-o Desk and Millennial Branding survey, more than 50% of surveyed Generation X hiring managers stated that they are struggling to find and retain millennial talent.
Read moreFamily and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
This act provides for up to twelve (12) weeks of unpaid leave each twelve (12) months for the birth or adoption of a child, to care for an immediate family member experiencing a serious health condition, and/or for recuperation of the employee from a serious health condition (employees must have worked at their company for more than 12 months and at least 1,250 hours the previous year.) It also allows for up to 26 weeks leave for military family and care givers.
Read moreSeasonal employees can be a tremendous asset this time of year because they allow great flexibility and ensure consumer demand is met during the busy holiday season. As a business owner, it is prudent to take precautionary measures in order to remain compliant with relevant labor and employment laws. Therefore, I recommend keeping these important tips in mind:
Read moreCongratulations! After turning down opportunities for additional work and/or spreading yourself too think – it is now time for you to bring on anther person. Transitioning from an entrepreneur to an employee may seem simple enough, but before signing that first paycheck there are several matters you must handle: legal obligations, liabilities, expenses, and paperwork.
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