How to Offer a Low Cost 401(k) Plan

Any employer wishing to provide a solid benefits package to its employees is likely to offer a 401(k) plan. However, just because an employer offers a plan does not necessarily mean that... Read more »

Is Your Leadership Effective?

The information discussed in this article pertains to the communication and relationship established between the manager/supervisor and his or her staff/subordinates. It is important to mention that this particular situation may... Read more »

Forget About Your People And They Will Certainly Forget About You

I attended the SMPS (Society for Marketing Professional Services) National Conference this past week in Chicago and there was a common theme running throughout the conference: It's all about your people. Read more »

Rigid Policies May Break under the Weight of ADA Reasonable Accommodation

Should we have been surprised by the announcement in July 2011 that telecommunications giant Verizon settled EEOC claims that it violated the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) through enforcement of Verizon's no... Read more »

THE BAD BOSS: Causes and Solutions

What should you do when you realize your boss is standing in the way of your professional happiness? While the summer blockbuster “Horrible Bosses” subtly (or not so subtly) suggests that offing... Read more »

The ROI Of An Employee Handbook

Not sure if your company needs one? YES! Here is why: Time is Money; Consistency & Accountability; Wage & Hour Compliance; Employee Conduct & Performance; Value of a Signed... Read more »

Is it Legal to Only Hire the Already-Employed? The Problems With Must-Be-Employed Rules

The job requirements have appeared all around the country. One ad, placed by a Texas electronics company looking for an engineer, stated that the company would not "consider/review anyone NOT currently employed... Read more »

Where Is Your Business Front Door

How your company lives its mission, company philosophy, and customer service practice are the basis a solid organizatoin and employee performance. Where you expect them to be exhibited is critical and it's... Read more »

Who’s on First and What’s on Second –

An in depth look at the differences between an Advisor & Broker with regard to Retirement Plans Read more »

Leadership Essentials in a Recovering Economy

Leadership has an unusual opportunity to keep the organization from slipping financially, emotionally and productively, and actually thrive during an irregular economy. Read more »
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