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JULY 7, 2020

Growing a family is a stressful experience, even without a global pandemic in the mix. Many concerns arise during pregnancy, and those concerns can only multiply during a pandemic. These concerns led Kindbody and One Medical to collaborate with Justworks on a webinar covering pregnancy and family planning during the time of COVID-19. Kindbody’s Dr. Fahimeh Sasan and One Medical’s Dr.

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JULY 19, 2020

Implementing an effective virtual onboarding process is an important key to setting your company’s new hires up for success. Whether you hire fully remote employees or people who will temporarily work from home due to COVID-19, creating a quality virtual onboarding experience is critical to effectively integrating new team members into the organization.

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JULY 23, 2020

The high cost of healthcare in the United States today is a financial challenge that almost every American is familiar with. In fact, a recent survey found that around one in three Americans actually avoid medical care due to the high price tag that it comes attached to. Another study published by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) reported that individuals in the US pay far more each year for healthcare than citizens of any other country (the average American.

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JUNE 8, 2020

The value proposition of health insurance has changed. With dueling health and economic crises top of mind for many companies this year, it’s no longer “just insurance” in the world of COVID-19. Of course, the value of high-quality health insurance has always been measured by more than potential cost-savings on care or a specialist visit copay. The value of health insurance plays a role in creating stability and continuity, and it can have a positive impact on employees and their families.

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Justworks

JULY 30, 2020

An alarming amount of people don’t have disability insurance. At least, that’s what a study from the American Council of Life Insurers (ALCI) found back in 2017, in which over 51 million working adults reported not having any coverage. This is concerning given the reality that the modern workforce faces today. The Social Security Administration (SSA) estimates that one in four of today’s 20-year-olds will experience a disabling event lasting one year or longer before reaching retirement age.

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JULY 14, 2020

With most of the country still under lockdown, millions of small business owners across the country have been forced to switch to a distributed workforce model. Thankfully, modern technologies have made the prospect of switching to remote work less daunting than it might otherwise be. In fact, many companies have fully and enthusiastically begun to embrace the distributed workforce model.

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JULY 23, 2020

Not that long ago, Justworks only had about 200 total employees. It was around this time, in 2017, that we first introduced Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) as part of our ongoing efforts toward making our work culture more diverse and inclusive. Naturally, like Justworks as a whole, our ERG program has expanded and evolved over the years. What has remained consistent from the outset, however, is that ERGs are a vital part of the fabric that makes Justworks a great place to work.

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JULY 5, 2020

While not new, allyship is a concept that’s new to many people. When it comes to the word “ally,” it's helpful to see it as a verb, not a noun. It’s something you do over and over again — not something you are, one and done. Being an ally isn’t about you, it’s about the community you support. It means listening, educating yourself, and, when needed, lending your voice to those who don’t have one.

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JUNE 1, 2020

If your small business has already joined a PEO (Professional Employer Organization), then you likely already know the advantages of using a PEO model — for example, how companies using a PEO are 50% less likely to go out of business. What you might not know is that not all PEOs are created equal. Maybe you’ve been contemplating switching to another PEO, but the difficulty of the task, or just finding the right fit, feels daunting.

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Justworks

MAY 27, 2020

Most small business owners are tasked with a dizzyingly wide array of HR responsibilities. And each of those responsibilities — whether it’s recruiting new employees, managing payroll, or administering employee benefits — must be handled in a way that complies with local, state, and federal law. Even in normal times, it can be tricky for many small business owners to balance their day-to-day responsibilities with the ongoing task of maintaining HR compliance.

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Justworks

JUNE 4, 2020

The murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police is a horrible crime. The officers on the scene need to be held accountable. This type of brutality against Black Americans has repeated itself over and over for years. Black Lives Matter and we can’t be a nation where all people are created equal unless we recognize, confront, and eradicate racism. We’ve been living with structural racism for over 400 years and Black Americans have battled against (and continue to do so) institutionalized.

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MAY 19, 2020

So you’ve decided to start a business and realized you can’t do it all yourself. Nor should you! Entrepreneurs are champions of ideas, and the best ones identify their strengths and weaknesses, and learn where to supplement their leadership with the acumen and experience of others. Hiring your first employees is an exciting and daunting task — one you should be prepared for.

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MAY 14, 2020

The ever-elusive work-life balance is something that’s been chased for a long time, even by remote work veterans. Now, employees who were once commuting into the office five days each week are trying to find that balance while working remotely due to COVID-19. Finding balance in a remote world adds more complexity to the struggle, so we’ve compiled some ideas you can use as you walk the fine line between work and home life.

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MAY 12, 2020

As COVID-19 continues to impact companies everywhere, many employers are wondering how they’ll take care of their teams. Given this uncertainty, Justworks partnered with customer Octave to host a webinar that aimed to help answer some of the small business community’s most pressing questions on coping with staffing changes. Together, Justworks’ HR Consultant Moses Balian and Octave’s Chief Clinical Officer Dr.

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MAY 11, 2020

Handling a death in the workplace is a sensitive matter and an emotional challenge for everyone, especially amid the uncertainty brought on by COVID-19. While business must go on, it’s important to try and be thoughtful in the process. Care for the mental health of your employees and give the event the recognition it deserves. Here, we’re providing several actions you can take to help employees grieve, and also keep the necessary gears turning.

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Justworks

APRIL 10, 2020

If you’ve suddenly found yourself without a source of income as a result of the coronavirus, you’re by no means alone. In the US, it’s estimated that more than 3 million Americans have lost their jobs in recent weeks. As the economy struggles under these new pressures, millions of Americans have been left asking: what now? We know this is a complicated, and potentially scary, position to be in.

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MARCH 25, 2020

Many business owners and their teams are thinking strategically about how they can augment their work to accommodate a new reality in light of the current COVID-19 pandemic. According to experts, it’s important to think strategically about your business’ financials too. If you’ve spent the last few weeks getting your team set up to work remotely, it’s time to turn to your books.

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MARCH 23, 2020

If things weren’t already difficult with the arrival of the COVID-19 illness itself, we’re now approaching a time when working from home is part of what’s being called “the new normal.” As we navigate the coronavirus and adjust to this new way of working, we’re faced with even more challenges when it comes to caring for ourselves and our families. Alongside the push for working remotely, schools and childcare facilities are being closed in an effort to limit the spread and risk of exposure.

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Justworks

MARCH 23, 2020

COVID-19 has caused upheaval in all corners of life, and the small business community is no exception. Business owners are facing uncertainty as to what their staffing needs will be. Remote work, while perfectly feasible for many business models and roles, may be untenable for other companies or teams. You might be having to face the painful reality of reductions in employees’ working hours, or cutting positions altogether.

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MARCH 5, 2020

You probably know that rewarding your employees is important for your company. It boosts morale and makes employees feel like they are integral to your business. According to TINYpulse's 2018 report on the importance of employee recognition, 77% of employees said they don't feel strongly valued for the work that they do. The study also reports that well-recognized employees rate their likelihood of working at the same company in one year as 27% higher than their less-recognized coworkers

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JANUARY 28, 2020

Cloud services give companies of any size the ability to store data and host servers on the cloud platform. With the cloud, businesses are no longer saddled with the large upfront cost of standing up on-premises (on-prem) infrastructure, and business owners can experience the overall ease the cloud brings. Pay-as-you-go models offered by cloud solution providers allow even the smallest business to stand up infrastructure that can easily and quickly be scaled to meet demand as the company.

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Justworks

JANUARY 24, 2020

Performance reviews don’t have the best reputation. There’s a certain distaste that employees have for reviews, regardless if they’re managers or not. Despite that distaste, many companies still conduct performance reviews using the same antiquated processes that bred the distaste in the first place. What if you could change that for your employees?

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Justworks

JANUARY 21, 2020

What is a 1099 Tax Form? The 1099 tax form reports any miscellaneous payments made by businesses to non-employee individuals during the past business year. While there are over a dozen different types of 1099s, we’ll focus on the common MISC version. For Payors/Businesses: 1099-MISC Tax Form Requirements The 1099 is a document that a business must send to a non-employee individual if: Your business paid at least $600 to another individual for any reason during the past business year.

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Justworks

JANUARY 3, 2020

If showing employee appreciation is important to your company, but you’re on a budget, onsite team building is a great place to start. It’s perfect for team bonding experiences, minus the price tag. We’ve listed 13 ideas that let your employees let loose and bond together, without putting a strain on your budget. And if you’re looking for 97 more, check out our eBook: 109 Ways to Appreciate Employees on a Budget.

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Justworks

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

What is a Work Style? We all live a particular lifestyle, and no one is quite the same. It encompasses our decisions as consumers, our self-expression, our values, and our patterns of behavior. Do you cook or go out? Dress for utility or style? Prioritize family or career? Similarly, everyone has a work style that is an amalgamation of our preferred manners of thinking and analyzing, speaking and collaborating, or focusing and prioritizing.

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DECEMBER 3, 2019

The holiday party is one of the great corporate American traditions. It’s the time when we start reflecting back on the successes and pain points of the year, and work might slow to a brief but much-needed lull. There are few better opportunities to reward your team and bring departments together for a festive celebration. While the holiday season is known for merriment and cheer, HR professionals across the country steel themselves in preparation for an inevitable uptick in employee.

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DECEMBER 1, 2019

It’s an exciting time when the holiday season comes around. You get to look forward to holiday parties, savory meals, and some vacation time. You’re finishing up end-of-year projects and want to finish the year strong, so you want to make sure you are your best self at work. But the last thing you’d want is to end up sick during this time. With the weather changing and stress levels rising, this is the prime season for getting sick at work.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2019

It’s no secret that healthcare can become very expensive. According to a Gallup healthcare study, in 2018 Americans borrowed an estimated $88 billion to cover healthcare expenses. On top of that, one in four people skipped medical treatment because of the cost. As an employee, it’s always a good idea to look into programs that encourage saving for medical expenses not covered by insurance.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2019

About 9% of men and about 11% of women of reproductive age in the United States have experienced fertility problems. Infertility affects many people and is often a misunderstood condition. While there are a number of alternative methods of reproduction, these alternatives can be very costly. One of the most frequently used fertility treatments is in vitro fertilization (IVF).

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OCTOBER 16, 2019

In September of this year, California legislators passed and Governor Gavin Newsome signed into law Assembly Bill 5 (also known as AB5), which will take effect on January 1. The passing of the law is just the latest development in California’s changing employment landscape, where businesses are facing new, more restrictive standards for classifying workers as independent contractors rather than employees.

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OCTOBER 10, 2019

Running a business, regardless of its size or industry, entails a lot of hard work and discipline. And making sure your day-to-day operations go smoothly requires you to invest the right time and resources. Keeping those investments protected is important, which is why businesses carry insurance to cover a variety of business assets. Some of the most common policies business owners are familiar with are general liability, commercial property, and worker’s compensation insurance, which cover.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2019

There appears to be a new breach reported almost every week. Two data breaches of major financials institutions had over 200 million records exposed over the last couple of years. These companies that were breached had extensive security teams, yet still fell victim to massive data breaches. Smaller businesses face similar threats and are often without security teams focused on their defense.

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Justworks

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Health insurance can be confusing for anyone. But no matter if you’re a business owner or an employee, health insurance knowledge is essential. PWC Health Research Institute predicts that the growth of medical costs will be up 6% in 2020. This may not seem like a big increase, but it’s important to note that even the smallest percentage could cost you.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

Most people spend a good amount of time at work, and it’s important that employees feel they are in a welcoming and caring environment. As an employer, you want to make sure that you provide a supportive work culture for your employees. When it comes to mental health and the issue of suicide, this can be difficult to navigate. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 54% of individuals that commit suicide did not have a known mental health condition.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Health insurance can be confusing for anyone. But no matter if you’re a business owner or an employee, health insurance knowledge is essential. PWC Health Research Institute predicts that the growth of medical costs will be up 6% in 2020. This may not seem like a big increase, but it’s important to note that even the smallest percentage could cost you.

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AUGUST 15, 2019

Every year around a certain time, you might hear terms like “deductible,” “co-pay,” and “out-of-pocket” start floating around your office. Employee benefits guides are dug out of desks, serious sounding reminder emails are circulated, and suddenly you find yourself facing an intimidating screenful of health insurance plan charts–the meaning of which you must decipher before a fast-approaching deadline.

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AUGUST 8, 2019

People who don’t work in the nonprofit sector tend to have a few preconceived notions about the industry. One common one is that nonprofits don’t pay well, and may offer better benefits to try to make up for lower salaries. According to Rick Cohen, Chief Communications Officer & Chief Operating Officer at the National Council of Nonprofits, the low pay part of this stereotype has mostly been busted — salaries in the nonprofit sector are basically on par with those at for-profit.

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