BerniePortal

MARCH 22, 2024

Imagine how difficult and frustrating it would be if you didn’t get paid for a day, a week, or even three weeks of hard work. This happens to thousands of employees every year.

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BerniePortal

MARCH 20, 2024

As employers pursue top talent, they often find the competition for qualified candidates stiff. For this reason, organizations must hone in on the optimal interview tactics to ensure candidates clearly understand the organization. This means steering clear of problematic practices that can push candidates away. But which practices should you be most mindful of?

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BerniePortal

MARCH 19, 2024

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 , regulated by the Department of Homeland Security , aims to control illegal immigration. The act makes it unlawful for an employer to hire, recruit, or refer for a fee any unauthorized alien or any person without verifying their work status. It also mandates the I-9 employment verification system. According to the U.S.

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BerniePortal

MARCH 18, 2024

HR pros are many things, but employees may seek more advice than they can provide. Here are four topics HR pros should not advise their workforce on.

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BerniePortal

MARCH 15, 2024

Every year, the month of March is dedicated to honoring women’s tremendous contributions to American history and contemporary society. In New York City on March 8, 1857, female textile workers marched in protest of unfair working conditions and unequal rights for women. This pivotal point in the women’s rights movement was the first recorded organized action by working women anywhere in the world.

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BerniePortal

MARCH 13, 2024

Younger generations are becoming more aware of the benefits of long-term savings. According to a study conducted by Fortune , Gen Z are 32% more likely to invest in their workplace retirement plan than their older colleagues were at their age.

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BerniePortal

MARCH 11, 2024

Many employees seek employer-sponsored access to weight loss drugs like Ozempic, so employers should know if they can provide this benefit.

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BerniePortal

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

No one should have to face injury or death to receive a paycheck. Congress created The Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) from the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, to ensure healthy and safe working environments.

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BerniePortal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Before 1963, wage and employment decisions were frequently made on the basis of sex, marital status, and other factors that did not measure merit. Newspapers even wrote separate columns segregating help-wanted ads for men and women.

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BerniePortal

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

In 2022, Attorney General Racine filed a lawsuit against Arise Virtual Solutions and Comcast Cable Communications Management for failing to pay legally due wages to customer service agents. With more than 22,000 workers affected, the U.S. Department of Labor calls this “the largest misclassification case in its history.

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BerniePortal

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Probationary periods can serve as a trial run for an employer and an employee. Learn the benefits of them and how they can increase retention rates.

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BerniePortal

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

State unemployment insurance (SUI) is like car insurance. You have it, but you don’t think about it every day. Likely, you don’t want to deal with it, so leave that up to your insurance agent. However, you know if you’re in an accident, it’s there for you to use—but that when you use it, your rates will go up.

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BerniePortal

AUGUST 30, 2023

It’s here, the news we have all been waiting for: the Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed the new overtime rule threshold guidance for employers.

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BerniePortal

AUGUST 30, 2023

Soft skills are the yin to hard skills’ yang. You need both to achieve a perfect balance. However, soft skills can be difficult to learn; the first step to developing them is to remember them.

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BerniePortal

AUGUST 28, 2023

Have you ever been on a really bad date? I certainly have. Upon first interaction, it was evident that the man (or shall I say, boy) lied about his age. He was easily 8-10 years younger than he’d said. Which, at the age of 27, makes quite a difference. It wasn’t as much the appearance that made it obvious, so much as it was the conversation. It was rather excruciating to get through.

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BerniePortal

AUGUST 11, 2023

Have you experienced the Pandora’s box of complaints and chaos that occurs around birthday party celebrations at the office? It begins with a few birthday parties in the office, getting the employee’s favorite kind of cake, balloons in their favorite color, etc. Then your organization begins to grow… Your birthday celebrations become weekly…maybe DAILY… So, you transition to monthly parties to collectively celebrate birthdays that occurred during that month.

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BerniePortal

JUNE 26, 2023

Increased mental health awareness is a big topic on everyone’s minds, but half of the population often gets left out of these conversations.

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Resources 52

BerniePortal

JUNE 19, 2023

Have you ever seen someone sitting by the pool, laptop open, with a tropical drink in hand? If you haven’t, it’s only a matter of time.

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BerniePortal

MAY 3, 2023

Cross-training is a process where employees are trained in multiple business areas outside the scope of their current roles. Regardless of industry, there are benefits to cross-training that all organizations can benefit from. Read on to learn about five key benefits of cross-training employees in your organization.

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BerniePortal

MAY 1, 2023

Every HR pro should familiarize themselves with accounts receivables.

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Compliance Training 52

BerniePortal

MAY 1, 2023

Organizations must balance the number of employees they hire with the work that must be completed efficiently and at a reasonable cost. For this reason, employers need to know when to use independent contractors to get the best talent for their organization while avoiding legal and financial consequences. Read on to learn about five instances where using an independent contractor may be the best decision for your organization.

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BerniePortal

MAY 1, 2023

Your supervisor emails you, asking for an extra hand with an assignment. You respond that you are happy to help, but ask if you can send it over by the end of the week, as you have a timely project to complete. Which of the following responses would you prefer to receive? “Absolutely—I appreciate your help!” “Sure, that’s fine. Thanks.” You chose the first option, didn’t you?

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BerniePortal

APRIL 28, 2023

Recognition in the workplace is a necessary aspect of a robust and healthy company culture. It impacts everything from employee productivity to annual retention rates and engagement. But what does an effective recognition policy look like? Read on to learn more about how your organization can utilize recognition to promote a healthier workplace.

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BerniePortal

APRIL 27, 2023

Employers are always looking for ways to improve their company's talent acquisition and retention strategies. One group that should be considered in this search is veterans. Hiring veterans can bring a range of benefits to your company. Read on to explore the importance of hiring veterans in the workplace and how it can widen your talent acquisition strategies and bolster retention rates.

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BerniePortal

APRIL 26, 2023

You want to keep your employees happy and feeling respected in their workplace—which can boost your retention. Sometimes doing that means keeping up with new legislation and carefully noting when big-ticket items hit the marble steps of the Supreme Court.

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BerniePortal

APRIL 26, 2023

Company surveillance tools have grown increasingly common in the last several years. Data would also suggest that this tech will continue its upward trend over the next several years. But despite its rapid growth, is it good for business? It turns out that the growing technology may actually cause more harm than good. Read on to learn about the impact surveillance technology and tools has on company culture and what you should consider within your organization.

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BerniePortal

APRIL 4, 2023

In this uncertain economic climate, many organizations are struggling to maintain their current employees and ensure they are hiring candidates who they can retain long-term. This can be a challenging scenario that can cost companies time and money. Organizations should take the time to get acquainted with predictive analytics and the impact it can have on their hiring and turnover rates.

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BerniePortal

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Recruitment marketing is a growing strategy among businesses. Typical recruitment methods are growing outdated every passing day, and companies need to recognize these changes and alter their strategies to stay competitive. Read on to learn more about recruitment marketing strategies and why they are essential for HR in SMBs.

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BerniePortal

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Recent years have seen a sudden surge in AI tools—many of which offer the potential to significantly reduce the time needed for completing daily tasks such as writing blog articles, creating social media posts, altering images, and more. One of the most astounding AI projects to appear is ChatGPT. The AI-powered chatbot provides users with a question-and-response tool that mimics human interaction.

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BerniePortal

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Several tax documents must be filed annually, while two specific forms are filed quarterly—Form 941 and Form 1040-ES. Tax forms can be complicated and often provoke questions, such as what these forms mean? Who is required to file them? And why must they be filed? Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about Forms 941 and 1040-ES.

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BerniePortal

JANUARY 27, 2023

Does your organization use software or technology tools to track time and attendance, organize documents, manage performance, elect benefits, or whatever else you need?

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BerniePortal

JANUARY 12, 2023

Since the most recent increase brought the overtime threshold up to $35,568 in 2019, employers have wondered whether these numbers will soon increase again. The deadline to announce such changes was initially set for April 2022 but has since seen several delays. The most recent regulatory agenda set the date at May 2023. Read on to learn more about the overtime threshold and what we know about the new deadline for a potential increase.

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BerniePortal

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Here at BerniePortal, our team is dedicated to including you in our newest developments. A human resources information system (HRIS) can help any HR pro navigate the complexities of payroll, applicant tracking, PTO, performance management, onboarding, and more.

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BerniePortal

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

A quick Google search of holiday party planning tips will tell you everyone’s biggest piece of advice: start planning early. Organizing a companywide off-site holiday party can take months of project management and coordination—and can often feel like a second job for much of the fall. But if Q4 has been as busy as ever this year, HR may find themselves scrambling to throw together an event in the final weeks of the season, when many venues are fully booked and many team members have already mad

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BerniePortal

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

The Speak Out Act has passed the House and the Senate and is heading to President Biden’s desk. This act affects nondisclosure agreements due to sexual misconduct, such as harassment or assault.

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BerniePortal

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The pandemic pushed online sales like never before, but as we enter a post-pandemic world and a potential recession, some big tech organizations are scaling back their workforces. HR pros in the field during the 2008 recession may recognize some of the tactics Amazon, Meta, and Apple are using. But are these strategies applicable to your organization?

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BerniePortal

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

For small to midsize businesses, payroll can be not only the biggest part of the budget, but also a daunting responsibility for HR. Staying compliant while keeping track of changing employment laws often feels like a juggling act. Ideally, an organization’s HRIS makes running payroll easier. But if dealing with the software is more trouble than it’s worth, it may be time to consider a change in payroll providers.

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