Minnesota Sick and Safe Time Law

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A new sick and safe time law will go into effect on January 1, 2024, impacting Minnesota employers. The Minnesota sick and safe time law requires employers to provide paid leave to eligible employees who work in the state. To qualify for paid leave, employees must work at least 80 hours in a year for…

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Creating a Vision Statement that Guides Your Organization

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As a business owner, it’s important that you guide your organization toward the future you envision. Part of that process includes establishing a mission statement, which we covered in a previous post. Additionally, you need to determine the vision you have for the organization and assess how it will move toward achievement. In this guide…

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PTO Policy: Managing PTO Policies for Small Business

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Updated November 1, 2023 When you run a small business, managing all the policies and processes associated with the workforce can be difficult. But a key aspect of building and maintaining a strong team includes offering competitive benefits, one of which is paid time off. In this guide, we outline how to manage PTO policies…

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Crafting a Mission Statement that Actually Impacts Your Business

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Achieving business success starts with a firm grasp on the purpose of the organization and its goals. Creating a mission statement is the first step toward verbalizing what you’re working toward and emphasizing the purpose of your business. This guide outlines how to craft a mission statement that has a real impact on your organization,…

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11 Reasons for Leaving a Job: Most Common, What’s Appropriate?

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Employee turnover is a significant issue that impacts organizations of all sizes and across every industry. A recent Forbes article outlined some surprising statistics, including the cost associated with replacing an employee who leaves their role. (Spoiler alert: It’s a third of their salary). Explore 11 of the most common reasons for leaving a job,…

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Leave of Absence Types: When Does Each Apply?

An employee may have different circumstances and situations in their life that require them to take time away from work. Employers must accommodate those needs with leave of absence policies that outline the procedure for taking time off and what situations qualify for leave. Explore this guide to the different types of leaves of absence…

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Company Culture Considerations for Global Organizations

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Understanding the value of building and maintaining a consistently positive organizational culture is certainly important. But taking it a step further and actually implementing changes that provide support to employees can be a challenge, especially in organizations that operate on a global scale. In the latest piece in our series focused on organizational culture, we’re…

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Absence Management: Solving Absenteeism and Promoting Balance

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Updated September 12, 2023 When employees aren’t at work, it can create a significant disruption among the entire workforce. This is especially true when multiple team members are absent at the same time. Since absenteeism can wreak havoc on the company culture and overall morale, it’s vital to plan for absences and manage them appropriately.…

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Leave of Absence Policy: What It Is and How to Write One

Managing leaves of absence is nearly impossible without an effective policy in place. Explore our guide to what a leave of absence policy should include and how to write or modify one to accommodate the needs of your workforce. What is a Leave of Absence? A leave of absence is a temporary period in which…

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Legal Considerations and Company Culture

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The culture of your organization can have a significant impact on its overall success and reputation, as well as the way employees feel about working there. But it may also play a role in the legal standing of the business. Review some of the legal considerations associated with company culture to ensure your organization remains…

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