Are you struggling to pull together all the pieces of the hiring puzzle? From gathering resumes to scheduling interviews, it can be difficult to stay organized and compliant. Turn the situation around with an applicant tracking system (ATS) … the RIGHT ATS. You’ll find that many systems emphasize recordkeeping over time management and compliance. While... read more

A small lawn and garden center requires women applying for positions to pass a lifting test. A loan repayment call center gives a written and oral pre-employment examination to all Hispanic or foreign-born applicants. A restaurant requires black applicants to undergo drug testing but doesn’t ask white applicants to do so. Can you spot the... read more

When it leads you to the right people, hiring is extremely rewarding. But if your hiring process is too lengthy, complicated or disorganized, you may miss out on the most valuable candidates. You need a roadmap to ensure you cover all the necessary steps in an efficient, orderly and legally sound way. Enter the new... read more

Labor law poster compliance is a serious matter, yet it’s often an oversight for small business owners. Instead of landing at the bottom of your to-do list, mandatory workplace postings should be an ongoing priority. In addition to the federal posting requirements every U.S. business must follow, there are a handful of nuances to be... read more

Hiring is getting extremely competitive. Candidates have a plethora of resources for finding positions — and skilled workers are in peak demand. As a small business, you need to raise your game to compete with the larger companies so you also have a shot at strong candidates. This starts with how you handle the hiring... read more

You didn’t think this day would ever come, but it’s finally here. Your business is growing – no, thriving – and you need more personnel to meet the demands. After countless long days, and operating with the leanest of crews, you’re in a position to expand your staff in a few key areas. Great! But... read more