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Coronavirus: Workplace Implications and Employer Actions
Who hasn’t heard about the coronavirus (COVID-19), especially for those in the epicenter of the virus in Washington State? As reports of this virus pandemic continue to spread, with cases and deaths continuing to climb in Snohomish and King Counties, it’s important...
WA State Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits begin January 2020
It's been a long time coming and the wait is finally over. Effective January 1, 2020, eligible employees in Washington State may begin claiming benefits under the new state Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefit program. Prior to this date, employers should have...
IRS Announces 2020 401 (K) Contribution Changes
HR and payroll managers will need to adjust their systems effective January 1, 2020 and inform employees about the new 401 (k) contribution limit changes the IRS has implemented. The good news is that employees over the age of 50 can now contribute an additional $500...
Where is Juli Speaking next???
There are multiple opportunities to see Juli speak coming up! Not only you but your staff may benefit greatly from one or several of the upcoming classes she will be teaching. Employment Law Trends & News Jefferson County HBA - Port Townsend 12/3/2019 11:00 AM...
NOW AVAILABLE! Juli Bacon’s New Book on HR Practices for Managers
If there’s one thing that leadership guru’s and managers can all agree on, it’s that managing people isn’t as easy as it looks. In fact, it takes more than just practice and work, it takes endless hours of training and support over the lifetime of your career to...
New Washington State Required Workplace Posters
The State of Washington now has a new set of required workplace posters that all employers must make visible for their employees. The new Domestic Violence Resources poster MUST be made available and displayed where other employment posters are displayed. Contrary...
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Lessons From 20 Years of Remote Work
We are on the precipice of a great opportunity to reevaluate the professional culture of how, and more specifically where we work. The technical infrastructure is advanced enough for remote work which we found out during a global pandemic when the initial phases...
Create Happy Employees With A Retention Program
Employee turnover can challenge any business, especially during a global pandemic and employee shortage. The most frequently asked question is what should a company do to stay ahead of the curve and retain valued employees? Employee recognition has long been regarded...
The Talent Shortage: What Can Be Done?
The world’s global economy may be showing signs of growth, but in comparison, the talent pool seems to be shrinking, effectively limiting employers from scaling their business. A shortage of workers can hinder your business’s ability to grow and remain competitive....
Instituting Vaccination Status Policies
With conflicting federal and state directives, employee dissension, and continued confusion over COVID-19 vaccination mandates, employers are finding it difficult to conclude how to proceed with their own company policies and mandates for vaccination status. ...
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