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What employers and employees need to know about leave policies before reopening
Employers could find themselves deep in litigation for refusing to let some employees stay home once coronavirus shelter-in-place orders are lifted. That was a key takeaway of a webinar conducted by legal and disability experts from MetLife. The presentation, hosted by the Disability Management Employer Coalition, expl
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How Small Businesses Balance Their Staff With Freelancers
Now, small businesses balance their staff with freelancers. A recent study done by UpWork.com and the Freelancers Union found that around 57 million Americans were working as freelancers as of 2019. This makes up about 36 percent of the U. S. workforce and amounts to $1.4 trillion in earnings. The term “gig economy” ha
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There will be one economy for the vaccinated and another for everyone else
The Delta surge has sparked fears of repeating 2020, but it's unlikely we'll experience last year's economy. Not enough people are vaxxed to stop Delta, but enough are to help keep the economy running. The economy has also learned how to adapt to the pandemic, but you'll need a shot to participate. See more stories on
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Women Business Owners: 4 Steps to Grow Your Personal Wealth
In recent years, women have embraced entrepreneurship in staggering numbers. Between 2014 and 2019, the number of women-owned businesses increased 21% between 2014 and 2019 to a total of nearly 13 million. (Over the same period, growth in the number of women “sidepreneurs” – that is, those with a “gig job” or “side hus
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5 CFO tips for boosting tech ROI
CFOs at the start of 2023 are holding a tight grip on technology spending as several risks beyond their control threaten profitability. Forecasts of
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Year-End Charitable Giving and Top 5 Strategies Overview
Year-end charitable giving offers potential tax benefits as well as a chance to have an impact. Here are some top giving strategies to consider
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The Benefits of Outsourcing for Small Businesses
Introduction Outsourcing has garnered popularity as a strategic approach for small enterprises aiming to streamline operations, curtail
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4 Tips to Keep Your Business and Customers Safe from Phishing
The holiday season is also the prime season for phishing attacks. Want to keep your business and your customers safe? Here are four tips to prevent cybercrime during the holidays
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Taking Control Of Finances For Aging Parents: Avoid These 3 Common Mistakes
When your aging parent is no longer able to keep track of bills, investments and money management, someone else must step in. Often the parent has
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5 Steps to Take Before You Apply for Cyberinsurance
Avoid missteps that can impact your coverage and premiums. Cybersecurity is a critical issue for businesses of all sizes. Partly this is because of