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Expert Q&A: Understanding the DOL’s Overtime Rules

HR Digest

This threshold has been raised from the previous limit of $455 per week of 40 hours, which was set in 2004. Six discussions were held, and it was decided that the present compensation for overtime was inadequate. One qualifies for the Highly Compensated Employees (HCE) category now if one earns $107,414 per annum instead of $100,000.

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How-to HR: Top 3 Happiness Inspirations from Google

HR Daily Advisor

“This level of productivity has pushed Google stock into the stratosphere, with share prices recently topping $1,000—no small feat, given that Google only went public in August 2004 at a price of $85.”. Help your employees with career development. This focus on employee happiness and health extends beyond the world of work.