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Mixed Messages
Close friends and I were reflecting on the year’s events. One friend made a comment that had me thinking about mixed messages. She commented on how difficult it has been to filter out the noise from the truth. Recent events have underscored the dangers of mixed...
Alert: Employers are Seeing a Spike in Phishing Scams
Employers and the their staff always need to look out for online scams, but they need to be more vigilant now due a spike in phishing scams related to the time of year and the pandemic.
What is in the New Stimulus Package?
A new stimulus package designed to deliver approximately $900 billion in COVID-19-related aid was passed into law. Here are the details about what’s included – and not included – in the bill.
Valuing HR During the Pandemic
Reflecting on a most difficult year, my team and I came up with one silver lining. We have been very fortunate to work in a field that is needed by employers and employees alike. With the closing of businesses, the NY phases, testing mandates, cleaning protocols,...
Here are the 2021 Minimum Wage, Tip Credit, and Exempt Salary Changes for New York
The 2021 minimum wage changes in New York take effect on December 31, 2020, along with other wage law changes employers need to know.
Have the Tax Credits for Paid Leave Been Extended?
Federal tax credits for paid leave are extended, but there are details employers need to be aware of.
Here’s What Happens When You Hire Your 50th Employee
Here are 4 HR areas that will impact you when you hire your 50th employee.
How to Support Employee Mental Health During the Holidays in 2020
It’s important to support employee mental health during the holidays in 2020, as employees will likely be more stressed out due to the COVID-19 pandemic and having to cancel holiday plans.
