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2023 Recapped: Our Top 5 HR Blogs for SMBs

Extensis

Quick look: 2023 is coming to a close, a time when many HR professionals review the year’s key trends and what aspects of them may remain relevant in 2024. Another year is almost in the books, and with it came a variety of new human resources (HR) trends. What is Employee Leasing and How Does It Differ from PEO?

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New Priorities in EEOC’s Proposed Five-Year Strategic Enforcement Plan

HRWatchdog

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which enforces federal anti-discrimination laws in the workplace, has released a proposed strategic enforcement plan for fiscal years 2023 through 2027 for public comment. Comments can be submitted electronically though the Federal eRulemaking Portal. Not a member?

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Your Guide to Hiring Remote Workers From Other Countries

Zenefits

For many HR teams and small business owners, the dramatic increase in the remote workforce highlights the possibility of onboarding overseas employees or contractors. can get messy already, as individual states apply their own employment law. based office, you will need to apply for an H-1B visa. Both the U.S. Management.

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Hiring Independent Contractors: What Rules You Need to Know

Zenefits

In 2019, almost 30% of Americans were self-employed, and this percentage is set to grow to 50% by 2027. Instead, an HR professional or small business owner should use an IRS form W-9 for hiring contractors, and subsequently, send a 1099 at the end of the fiscal year that lists what you’ve paid the freelancer. Automate payroll.

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Updates From the EEOC’s New Strategic Plan

Cisive

Key Takeaways: The EEOC provides guidance to employers on considering an applicant’s criminal history to ensure compliance with anti-discrimination laws. The EEOC recently released its 2022-2026 Strategic Plan, which will inform its 2023-2027 Strategic Enforcement Plan. Table of Contents What is the EEOC Strategic Plan?

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New Jersey Minimum Wage: What Small Businesses Need To Know

Homebase

We’ll also give you a roadmap on how to plan for wage changes and put them into practice so you feel confident that your system is compliant. Remember, if you have doubts, consult with a compliance expert — Homebase has a team of HR pros ready to help if needed! The plan is based on raising the minimum wage a dollar every year.

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New Jersey Employment Laws Business Owners Should Know

Homebase

It’s important to stay up to date on all of the employment laws in your state so that you can maintain compliance in your business. However, remember that our summary is not qualified legal advice, laws are always subject to change, and they can vary from municipality to municipality. . January 1, 2027 – $15.00.