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Survey: 80% of Orgs Have Timekeeping, But Lack PTO and Scheduling Features

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Though 80% of the small businesses surveyed by Swipeclock have a timekeeping solution, many reported their solution lacks the scheduling and PTO management features that small business employers need. Employers are finding that their current time solution isn’t keeping up with the growing demands and changing conditions. New Employee Scheduling and PTO Challenges For example,…

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6 Examples of Organizational Culture to Consider for Your Company

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Understanding the importance and value of a strong organizational culture can help your company stand out. But it can be challenging to fully grasp what each type of organizational culture might look like. We’ve compiled seven examples of specific types of company cultures to better understand what each incorporates and how to implement a similar…

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Don’t Miss These 7 Recordkeeping Requirements for FMLA Compliance

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Updated May 22, 2023 The Department of Labor continues to increase investigator’s ability to pursue FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) complaints. In 2023, lawmakers noted the 30th anniversary of the passing of the FMLA and introduced new actions to support and advance economic security for women. These actions included encouraging federal agency heads to provide…

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Types of Organizational Cultures

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In today’s world, the culture of an organization is more important than ever before. Jobseekers often look at the culture and expectations before even applying for a position, let alone accepting it. If a company’s values and culture don’t align with an individual’s personal desires for growth and support, it can become much more difficult…

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With PTO Tracker Software, You Can Happily Ditch Your Spreadsheets

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Updated May 9, 2023 Does your company still do PTO tracking with spreadsheets? How’s it working for you? When spreadsheets became available, they offered many advantages over hand calculation. They provided a nifty way to store the data. They automated some of the calculations. You didn’t need quite the same level of business math acumen.…

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Core Company Values: What They Are and Why They Matter

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In today’s business landscape, it’s critical for organizations to determine how to stand apart. Of course, the quality of products or services offered is part of that, but that’s not the only factor in establishing a distinct value proposition. Business owners must define what their companies stand for and how they operate. To fulfill this…

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Your Guide to Small Business Time Clocks

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Tracking employee time is a vital aspect of running a business. But it’s something that many business owners and managers struggle with, as it can be challenging and time-consuming to do it accurately. With the right time clock in place, you can simplify time and labor management while ensuring accuracy and compliance with labor regulations.…

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The Consequences of a Toxic Work Culture

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Company culture has always been important, but it’s become a topic of conversation in the more recent past as businesses seek to boost productivity and increase success. But beyond the financial gains of building a positive culture, a company can establish its identity and improve its image by focusing on these aspects. Explore what happens…

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Predictive Scheduling: What You Need to Know

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Updated April 11, 2023 A predictive scheduling law may be coming soon to your state (if it hasn’t already). Is your employee scheduling compliant? In this post, we discuss 10 practices contained in these “fair workweek,” “stable scheduling” and “fair scheduling” laws. Of course, predictable employee work scheduling affects more than compliance – it is…

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Your Guide to Employee Retention

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Retaining good employees is an important pillar of a company’s overall culture and success. High turnover rates typically indicate low morale and general discontent, which can impact an organization’s ability to maintain its operations and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. This guide dives into the meaning of employee retention, why it’s important, and how…

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Everything You Need to Know About a Leave of Absence Policy

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Business owners know that it’s difficult to maintain high productivity and engagement levels when employees aren’t present at work. But there are instances in which team members need to take time away from their jobs, whether to recover from a short-term illness or to manage a longer-term need. For this reason, it’s vital to have…

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