Dec 8, 2025 | Human Resources, Regulatory Updates, Small Business Resources
New IRS Guidance on 2025 Tip & Overtime Deductions: What Employers Need to Know The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the U.S. Department of the Treasury have released new guidance that will help many workers claim tax deductions for tips and overtime pay...
Dec 4, 2025 | Human Resources, Small Business Resources
How to Communicate Holiday Pay and Bonuses Clearly to Employees The holiday season is a time for celebration, reflection, and, for many employees, a financial boost in the form of holiday pay or bonuses. But as an employer, giving these payments is only part of...
Dec 3, 2025 | HR Regulations, Human Resources, Industry News, Regulatory Updates, Small Business Resources
2026 Changes to State Minimum Wages Each state, and in some cases each county or city, is responsible for setting its own minimum wage laws. Below are each state’s minimum wage listings with upcoming 2026 changes noted. Only states with changes in 2026 are...
Nov 25, 2025 | HR Regulations, Human Resources, Recruiting, Small Business Resources
Aligning Year-End Reviews with Compensation, Bonuses and Payroll As the year comes to a close, HR teams and business leaders face one of the busiest and most important times of the year. Performance review season. For many organizations, year-end reviews shape...
Nov 20, 2025 | Human Resources, Small Business Resources
Simple Ways Leaders Can Show Gratitude Gratitude is a powerful leadership tool. When employees feel genuinely appreciated, they are more engaged, motivated, and loyal to their organizations. In fact, studies show that recognition and gratitude are among the top...
Nov 13, 2025 | HR Regulations, Human Resources, Onboarding, Small Business Resources
Handbooks that Work: Creating Clarity, Consistency, Culture and Compliance by Brett Strauss, Esq., Vice President of HR Services An employee handbook is more than just a stack of policies. It’s the foundation for how your organization communicates expectations,...
