Startups have an interesting quandary. They have to be competitive from the beginning, but without the resources it generally takes years to build. How can they grow, keep costs under control, and maintain a competitive edge during the startup process? A PEO, or professional employer organization, is the perfect option...
In today's heavily regulated business environment, it can be a tough thing just to stay on the right side of the legal fence. Do you worry about what might happen if one of your managers is accused of harassment or discrimination? Are you concerned about having enough workers' compensation insurance,...
As an employer with 75 employees, I understand that I now have to offer my employees benefits under the Affordable Care Act, or ACA. Other than offering me a health plan, what else can a PEO help me with in complying with this law? This legislation is complex and a PEO...
A lot changed when the Affordable Care Act passed. Plans that were formerly low-cost and widely available were deemed unqualified and were hence discontinued by the health insurance companies. However, there are still health insurance plans out there that do not meet the minimum federal requirements. In order to avoid...
How long has it been since you purchased your PEO contract? When you made the purchase, did you shop around adequately or just take the first offer you came across? If it's been some time since you reviewed your PEO contract or got price quotes for your employee benefits packages, payroll administration,...
I am a small concrete contractor in Ft. Lauderdale and I am finding it hard to find experienced employees. Would using a PEO help me? Construction spending has been rising, and for talented workers right now it is a sellers’ market and wages are rising. Using the resources of a PEO's...
HVAC repair is one of the leading occupations for job-related injuries in the United States. The extreme heat and humidity of Florida’s summers can increase the already high number of injuries for A/C repair technicians. However, there are precautions you can take to keep your workers safe and your workers'...
I own a restaurant in Florida and I was reading that cities across the country are raising the minimum wage to $15. Is there any possibility the minimum wage in FL will go up to $15? The current minimum wage in FL is $8.05 per hour. Florida is one of...
Click the arrow in the bottom right corner to view the presentation full-screen. Tips on Preventing Workers' Compensation Claims: Construction Worker Summer Safety from Jeffrey Hecht
What is your customer service like? Is that really important in this age of technological advancements? What are customers really looking for? It may seem like offering a great line of products, competitive prices, and so-so customer service would cut it nowadays. Toss in a few perks, like a sleek website...
