Social Media Traps for Employers

Employers can get in big trouble by using social media in these ways (among others): 1. Checking a job applicant’s LinkedIn profile or other social media account. Doing so creates … Continue reading Social Media Traps for Employers

The Managerial Overtime Exemption, and How to Keep It – 2018 Update

The federal Fair Labor Standards Act requires employers to pay employees at least minimum wage for every hour (or fraction) worked, and to pay overtime (at time-and-a-half) for all time exceeding 40 hours in a week.

Five Great Reasons to Write Great Job Descriptions

Five Great Reasons to Write Great Job Descriptions Before you hire your first (or next) employee, really take the time to write a great job description for the position.  A … Continue reading Five Great Reasons to Write Great Job Descriptions