Minimum Wage Increases – January 1, 2020
While the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hr still presides in 21 states, many states will have minimum wage rate increases in 2020.
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New Overtime Rule: Minimum Salary Raised to $35,568
The DOL has officially released a final overtime rule requiring employees to earn at least $35,568 to be exempt from overtime, effective January 1,...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Sep 25, 2019
3 Ways Small Businesses Can Compete in Hiring
While working for a small business has its natural appeal, you need to have a hiring strategy to compete with large employers for key talent.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Mar 25, 2019
OSHA Summary Logs 2019: Are You Compliant?
It’s time for certain employers to post their OSHA Summary of last year's reportable worksite injuries, as well as file online before March 2, 2019.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Feb 5, 2019
Tax-Related Investment Considerations Before Year's End
Be sure to look at your financial situation before the year ends, as some tax-advantage strategies end at midnight on Dec 31.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Dec 12, 2018
Quiz: Are YOU a Micromanager?
You might be a micromanager if... Take this short quiz to find out if your management style fits the "micromanager" mold.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Sep 11, 2018
Unlimited PTO - Right for Small Businesses?
Unlimited PTO isn't only for large companies. Learn how to make unlimited PTO plan work for your small business.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Feb 22, 2018
Client Testimonial: Wireless Retail Business
Over the course of 10 years, this client grew from 35 locations and 170 employees to 140 locations and 1200+ employees, relying heavily on...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Dec 7, 2017
When Data Breaches Happen: Ways to Protect Your Small Business
Are data breaches like Equifax's an inevitable part of doing business? Not if your small business takes the necessary steps to keep sensitive data...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Sep 20, 2017
