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Employee Benefits For Recruiting Millennials

It’s no news that millennials currently run the workforce. In fact, they are so influential, that...

  • Article
 

What Is Employee Benefits Outsourcing?

When a small business starts scaling, the HR function becomes increasingly challenging to manage....

  • Article
 

Can An Employee Change A Pre-Tax Benefits Plan After Open Enrollment?

The ins and outs of pre-tax benefits plans can be pretty confusing. Pre-tax plans are not the same...

  • FAQ
 

Modern HR Benefits You Need For 2022 And Beyond

In a high-paced hiring market like today, employers must offer a comprehensive benefits package to...

  • Article
 

5 Things You Can Do to Make Your Benefits Competitive Today

As a business owner managing and growing your business, you may be expected to know and understand...

  • Article
 

5 Simple Ways to Help Your Employees and Their Mental Health

Given the pandemic and recent world events on top of regular life stressors, mental health is on...

  • Article
 

The Cost Of Hiring Your First Employee In The United States

Beginning business operations in the United States can be an exciting growth stage in your...

  • Article
 

7 PEO Mythbusters: Uncovering the Truth about PEO Benefits

The thought of using a Professional Employer Organization, also known as a PEO, scares many small...

  • Article
 

How to Keep Employees Happy and Increase Productivity: 4 Steps You Can Take Today

Working to improve your employees’ happiness pays dividends…literally. Happier employees work...

  • Article
 

6 Ways to Improve Work-Life Balance for Your Employees

Your employees are committed to getting the job done. (Way to go employees!)  They’re bringing...

  • Article
 

Can You Terminate an Employee for Looking for Another Job?

Let’s face it, it’s been a great year for job seekers. The fallout from the pandemic has...

  • FAQ
 

Can You Tell Employees Not to Discuss Their Pay?

Discussing salaries can be a controversial topic in the workplace (but it doesn’t have to be!)...

  • FAQ
 

What’s The Difference Between A 1099 Versus A W2 Employee?

It’s understandable for small business owners to feel overwhelmed by employee classifications....

  • FAQ
 

What Happens If Your Employee Falls Ill Long-Term?

No employer looks forward to a worker having to take a medical leave of absence — long-term...

  • Article
 

How Many Employees Are Needed For Group Health Insurance?

The appeal of group health insurance is that it’s often cheaper than individual plans which offer...

  • FAQ
 

Why Employee Engagement And Culture Are Important

Over the past decade, employee engagement has become a buzzword that not many business owners have...

  • Article
 

Does Employee Engagement Really Drive Results?

Engaged employees are the strength of any business, and it’s no news that they have a positive...

  • FAQ
 

Reducing The Risks Of Employee Termination: Part 3 — How EAPs Can Help

Do you have an employee who is struggling with performance? If you find that you’ve taken...

  • Article
 

4 Ways Your Employees Benefit From Outsourced HR

To run a successful and productive Small to Mid-sized Business (SMB), you need a team of efficient...

  • Article
 

6 Benefits Of Outsourcing HR Functions

No longer just in the realm of daring, trendsetting companies — outsourcing HR is increasing in...

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COVID-19 Benefits FAQs

During this fluid time, EmPower HR looks to continue to provide our clients, prospects and partners...

  • Article
 

It’s Compliance Not Rocket Science | Our HR Compliance Checklist Makes It Easy

Our complete HR compliance checklist can help you stay on top of changing deadlines, and create...

  • Download
 

How to Optimize HR During a Recession

Engaging HR in your company’s decisions is more critical in today’s economy than ever....

  • Article
 

5 Toughest HR Compliance Issues Every HR Leader Should Know

Some things just never change, and HR compliance is one of those certainties in life. All...

  • Article
 

What is HR Compliance? Definition, Examples & Best Practices

Running a business comes with no shortage of perks: the freedom to be your own boss, invest in an...

  • Article
 

Commonly Outsourced HR Functions

The dimensions of HR outsourcing can seem mystical, and although we wish for a playbook,...

  • Article
 

HR Compliance: A Guide For Small Business Owners

HR compliance is the business of ensuring your organization’s policies and practices meet legal...

  • Article
 

How to Have a Successful Performance Evaluation Conversation as a Manager

See how you can ensure your performance evaluation conversations with your employees are set up for...

  • Article
 

Top 4 Ways to Retain Top Talent During the Period of the Great Resignation

In any organization, retaining top talent is essential to maintain a competitive edge. However,...

  • Article
 

The #1 Secret to Creating a Motivating Remote Work Culture

We’re pulling back the curtain and revealing the #1 secret to creating a successful remote work...

  • Article
 

How to Build a Strong Culture With a Remote Team

Wondering how to build a strong culture with a remote team? Here's few things you can do to keep...

  • Article
 

Can Employers Contact References Without Permission? Top Compliance Tips

We’ve listed the top questions we get asked about contacting references without permission. Can...

  • FAQ
 

Do You Have to Pay For an Internship? Legal Requirements for Employers

It’s a win-win. In an internship, the intern gains hands-on work experience. Businesses gain...

  • FAQ
 

The Ultimate Work-Life Balance Initiatives Checklist For Employers

What’s holding you back? When it comes to creating a work-life balance, it’s time to go all in!...

  • Download
 

Can a Company Force Mandatory Overtime? What Every Employer Should Know

Demanding work comes in waves. Maybe it’s peak business season. (Surf’s up, sales team!) You...

  • FAQ
 

What is FMLA? 4 FAQs Every Small Business Owner Should Know

FMLA: it’s a four letter fire extinguisher. You hope you’ll never have to use it, but it’s a...

  • Article
 

Considering Mandatory COVID Vaccination? Here’s What You Need To Know

It’s a new world, and things have changed rapidly. While there have been arguments for and...

  • Article
 

Can We Reduce Pay For COVID-19 Related Economic Slowdowns?

It all started with the restricted office visits and extra precautions. Then came temporary...

  • FAQ
 

The Pros And Cons of Payroll Outsourcing

Are you contemplating whether or not payroll outsourcing is right for your company? Your decision...

  • Article
 

4 Ways To Build An Inclusive Work Culture

Diversity and inclusion (D+I) best practices have become a mainstay in the HR space over the last...

  • Article
 

Workforce Reduction: Alternatives, Tips And Best Practices

When economic indicators point toward a recession, employers may need to take measures to reduce...

  • Article
 

Creating A High-Performance Business By Outsourcing HR

The HR department is arguably the most crucial department within your business. It is the pillar of...

  • Article
 

How Does HR Contribute To An Organization’s Success?

Tedious paperwork and compliance can be a drag, and a lot of times, it feels like it’s impossible...

  • FAQ
 

What Is A PEO?

A Professional Employment Organization, PEO for short, provides employee management solutions in...

  • FAQ
 

Streamlining HR Outsourcing And Payroll Management

HR Consultants have unsurprisingly mastered the art of multitasking while kicking butt on...

  • Article
 

HR Compliance Solutions: How To Make Compliance Work For You

HR compliance is like your annual dental check-up — it’s an unpleasant experience that we...

  • Article
 

Soft vs. Hard Costs Of Outsourcing HR

Many decisions and conversations go into the process of bringing on an outsourcing HR partner. One...

  • Article
 

The Pros And Cons Of A PEO For Small Business Insurance

Health insurance is one of the essential and necessary benefits businesses provide their employees....

  • Article
 

Hiring Tips For Businesses Struggling To Fill Job Openings

If you’re finding it difficult to hire employees, you’re not alone. In an April 2021 article,...

  • Article
 

Outsourced HR For Small Business

HR demands can be an overwhelming and daunting area for small businesses, given their limited time,...

  • Article
 

Does Outsourcing HR Consulting Services Reduce Costs?

Being a business owner is not an easy role. Stress doesn’t even begin to describe the...

  • FAQ
 

The American Rescue Plan Act Of 2021

On March 10, 2021, the final version of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 was approved by...

  • Article
 

6 Tips to Creating A Diverse Workplace

A diverse workplace with employees of different ages, race, religion, gender orientation, and life...

  • Article
 

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Guidance

The EEOC’s new guidance is the latest installment in the EEOC’s ongoing effort to provide...

  • Article
 

Employee Benefits For Recruiting Millennials

It’s no news that millennials currently run the workforce. In fact, they are so influential, that...

  • Article
 

What Is Employee Benefits Outsourcing?

When a small business starts scaling, the HR function becomes increasingly challenging to manage....

  • Article
 

Modern HR Benefits You Need For 2022 And Beyond

In a high-paced hiring market like today, employers must offer a comprehensive benefits package to...

  • Article
 

5 Things You Can Do to Make Your Benefits Competitive Today

As a business owner managing and growing your business, you may be expected to know and understand...

  • Article
 

5 Simple Ways to Help Your Employees and Their Mental Health

Given the pandemic and recent world events on top of regular life stressors, mental health is on...

  • Article
 

The Cost Of Hiring Your First Employee In The United States

Beginning business operations in the United States can be an exciting growth stage in your...

  • Article
 

7 PEO Mythbusters: Uncovering the Truth about PEO Benefits

The thought of using a Professional Employer Organization, also known as a PEO, scares many small...

  • Article
 

How to Keep Employees Happy and Increase Productivity: 4 Steps You Can Take Today

Working to improve your employees’ happiness pays dividends…literally. Happier employees work...

  • Article
 

6 Ways to Improve Work-Life Balance for Your Employees

Your employees are committed to getting the job done. (Way to go employees!)  They’re bringing...

  • Article
 

What Happens If Your Employee Falls Ill Long-Term?

No employer looks forward to a worker having to take a medical leave of absence — long-term...

  • Article
 

Why Employee Engagement And Culture Are Important

Over the past decade, employee engagement has become a buzzword that not many business owners have...

  • Article
 

Reducing The Risks Of Employee Termination: Part 3 — How EAPs Can Help

Do you have an employee who is struggling with performance? If you find that you’ve taken...

  • Article
 

4 Ways Your Employees Benefit From Outsourced HR

To run a successful and productive Small to Mid-sized Business (SMB), you need a team of efficient...

  • Article
 

COVID-19 Benefits FAQs

During this fluid time, EmPower HR looks to continue to provide our clients, prospects and partners...

  • Article
 

How to Optimize HR During a Recession

Engaging HR in your company’s decisions is more critical in today’s economy than ever....

  • Article
 

5 Toughest HR Compliance Issues Every HR Leader Should Know

Some things just never change, and HR compliance is one of those certainties in life. All...

  • Article
 

What is HR Compliance? Definition, Examples & Best Practices

Running a business comes with no shortage of perks: the freedom to be your own boss, invest in an...

  • Article
 

Commonly Outsourced HR Functions

The dimensions of HR outsourcing can seem mystical, and although we wish for a playbook,...

  • Article
 

HR Compliance: A Guide For Small Business Owners

HR compliance is the business of ensuring your organization’s policies and practices meet legal...

  • Article
 

How to Have a Successful Performance Evaluation Conversation as a Manager

See how you can ensure your performance evaluation conversations with your employees are set up for...

  • Article
 

Top 4 Ways to Retain Top Talent During the Period of the Great Resignation

In any organization, retaining top talent is essential to maintain a competitive edge. However,...

  • Article
 

The #1 Secret to Creating a Motivating Remote Work Culture

We’re pulling back the curtain and revealing the #1 secret to creating a successful remote work...

  • Article
 

How to Build a Strong Culture With a Remote Team

Wondering how to build a strong culture with a remote team? Here's few things you can do to keep...

  • Article
 

What is FMLA? 4 FAQs Every Small Business Owner Should Know

FMLA: it’s a four letter fire extinguisher. You hope you’ll never have to use it, but it’s a...

  • Article
 

Considering Mandatory COVID Vaccination? Here’s What You Need To Know

It’s a new world, and things have changed rapidly. While there have been arguments for and...

  • Article
 

The Pros And Cons of Payroll Outsourcing

Are you contemplating whether or not payroll outsourcing is right for your company? Your decision...

  • Article
 

4 Ways To Build An Inclusive Work Culture

Diversity and inclusion (D+I) best practices have become a mainstay in the HR space over the last...

  • Article
 

Workforce Reduction: Alternatives, Tips And Best Practices

When economic indicators point toward a recession, employers may need to take measures to reduce...

  • Article
 

Creating A High-Performance Business By Outsourcing HR

The HR department is arguably the most crucial department within your business. It is the pillar of...

  • Article
 

Streamlining HR Outsourcing And Payroll Management

HR Consultants have unsurprisingly mastered the art of multitasking while kicking butt on...

  • Article
 

HR Compliance Solutions: How To Make Compliance Work For You

HR compliance is like your annual dental check-up — it’s an unpleasant experience that we...

  • Article
 

Soft vs. Hard Costs Of Outsourcing HR

Many decisions and conversations go into the process of bringing on an outsourcing HR partner. One...

  • Article
 

The Pros And Cons Of A PEO For Small Business Insurance

Health insurance is one of the essential and necessary benefits businesses provide their employees....

  • Article
 

Hiring Tips For Businesses Struggling To Fill Job Openings

If you’re finding it difficult to hire employees, you’re not alone. In an April 2021 article,...

  • Article
 

Outsourced HR For Small Business

HR demands can be an overwhelming and daunting area for small businesses, given their limited time,...

  • Article
 

The American Rescue Plan Act Of 2021

On March 10, 2021, the final version of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 was approved by...

  • Article
 

6 Tips to Creating A Diverse Workplace

A diverse workplace with employees of different ages, race, religion, gender orientation, and life...

  • Article
 

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Guidance

The EEOC’s new guidance is the latest installment in the EEOC’s ongoing effort to provide...

  • Article

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Can An Employee Change A Pre-Tax Benefits Plan After Open Enrollment?

The ins and outs of pre-tax benefits plans can be pretty confusing. Pre-tax plans are not the same...

  • FAQ
 

Can You Terminate an Employee for Looking for Another Job?

Let’s face it, it’s been a great year for job seekers. The fallout from the pandemic has...

  • FAQ
 

Can You Tell Employees Not to Discuss Their Pay?

Discussing salaries can be a controversial topic in the workplace (but it doesn’t have to be!)...

  • FAQ
 

What’s The Difference Between A 1099 Versus A W2 Employee?

It’s understandable for small business owners to feel overwhelmed by employee classifications....

  • FAQ
 

How Many Employees Are Needed For Group Health Insurance?

The appeal of group health insurance is that it’s often cheaper than individual plans which offer...

  • FAQ
 

Does Employee Engagement Really Drive Results?

Engaged employees are the strength of any business, and it’s no news that they have a positive...

  • FAQ
 

Can Employers Contact References Without Permission? Top Compliance Tips

We’ve listed the top questions we get asked about contacting references without permission. Can...

  • FAQ
 

Do You Have to Pay For an Internship? Legal Requirements for Employers

It’s a win-win. In an internship, the intern gains hands-on work experience. Businesses gain...

  • FAQ
 

Can a Company Force Mandatory Overtime? What Every Employer Should Know

Demanding work comes in waves. Maybe it’s peak business season. (Surf’s up, sales team!) You...

  • FAQ
 

Can We Reduce Pay For COVID-19 Related Economic Slowdowns?

It all started with the restricted office visits and extra precautions. Then came temporary...

  • FAQ
 

How Does HR Contribute To An Organization’s Success?

Tedious paperwork and compliance can be a drag, and a lot of times, it feels like it’s impossible...

  • FAQ
 

What Is A PEO?

A Professional Employment Organization, PEO for short, provides employee management solutions in...

  • FAQ
 

Does Outsourcing HR Consulting Services Reduce Costs?

Being a business owner is not an easy role. Stress doesn’t even begin to describe the...

  • FAQ
 

It’s Compliance Not Rocket Science | Our HR Compliance Checklist Makes It Easy

Our complete HR compliance checklist can help you stay on top of changing deadlines, and create...

  • Download
 

The Ultimate Work-Life Balance Initiatives Checklist For Employers

What’s holding you back? When it comes to creating a work-life balance, it’s time to go all in!...

  • Download