The US Department of Labor reports that 235,000 jobs were added in February as the growth of last year continues into 2017.  This new jobs report shows increases in manufacturing, construction,[...]

Every year, the staffing agency business grows more competitive. If your agency wants to get an edge over the competition, you need to control costs and enjoy a stronger bottom line. The first step is to control costs as[...]

There is a lot going on within the inner workings of a company from managing its inventory to finances, operations and so much more. One of the major segments in managing a business is undoubtedly its employee relations.[...]

A major economic driver in America is creating jobs and labor, making employment and staffing an industry of its own. Placing millions of people in jobs each year comes with extra tasks involving payroll, taxes, employee[...]

The US Economy created 227,000 jobs in January, the best monthly gain since September last year.  Unemployment is now 4.8%, a slight tick up due to more Americans returning to the work force.  The survey period the[...]

In today’s HR landscape, it’s becoming more and more common for companies to work with a Professional Employer Organization (PEO). In case you haven’t heard of PEOs before, they partner with companies to provide comprehe[...]

A professional employer organization (PEO), also known as an employee leasing company, provides services that businesses often seek to outsource, such as human resources, employee benefits, payroll, and workers’ compensa[...]

December's job data numbers are in and for the 75th month in a row, the U.S. economy has added jobs with December’s growth of 156,000 jobs.  The December 2016 Unemployment Rate, which came in at 4.7% is a sharp dro[...]

As a business owner, one of the most important ongoing cost considerations is unemployment insurance benefits for your employees. If possible, you want to be in a situation where you’re paying the lowest weekly maximum b[...]

Unemployment costs have grown rapidly, increasing by more than 80 percent in the last decade alone. To help lower your costs and keep them under control, you need to understand all the aspects of unemployment insurance ([...]