A Guide to the 2024 FSA and HSA Contribution Limits

Explore 2024 contribution limits for HSAs and FSAs, and learn how HR can optimize employee benefits with ongoing communication and diverse outreach.

Employment Law, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 23, 2024HSA, FSA, Health Savings Account, Employee benefits, HSA limits, Tax Savings, Open enrollment, Healthcare planningComment

Navigating Minimum Wage Changes in 2024: A Guide for Employers in New York State

New York employers, start 2024 with crucial updates to minimum wage and exemption salaries—staying informed is key for a fair and compliant workplace.

ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 12, 2024New York Labor Law, minimum wage, Compliance, Employee compensation, Employee Rights, Workplace guidelines, NYDOLComment

The Impact of Return-to-Work Policies on Employee Satisfaction

As workplaces grapple with the return-to-office dilemma, inflexible policies risk driving employees away, highlighting a pressing retention challenge.

Culture, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 9, 2024return to work policies, employee retention, Reduce turnoverComment

7 Essential Onboarding Strategies for 2024

As workplaces evolve, explore seven essential strategies shaping successful onboarding in 2024

Hiring, CultureJacquelyn GernaeyDecember 28, 2023Onboarding, employee engagement, New Hires, Company Culture, Digital Integration, Personalized onboarding experience, Employee experienceComment

Tips for Cultivating a Strong Remote Workplace Culture

Creating an outstanding remote workplace requires tackling challenges while embracing opportunities for a thriving corporate culture, compliance, and employee excellence.

Culture, Remote WorkJacquelyn GernaeyDecember 12, 2023Remote Work, Company Culture, working from home, Remote Work Policies, Hybrid Work ArrangementsComment

New York's "Freelance Isn't Free" Act: What Employers Need to Know

New York's "Freelance Isn't Free" Act, effective May 20, 2024, strengthens protections for freelance workers, reshaping dynamics for small businesses engaging independent contractors.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyDecember 7, 2023Freelance Isn't Free, Governor Hochul, New York Labor Law, Freelance, independent contractors, Employment Law ChangesComment

Navigating the Future: HR Trends Projection for 2024

As 2024 approaches, HR is poised for a transformative shift, embracing AI innovation and nuanced remote and in-office dynamics.

StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 30, 20232024 HR Trends, AI, data driven decision making, performance management, upskilling and reskilling, DEI, Diversity, artificial intelligence, Employee experience, return to office, remote work, positive culture, Evolving HR landscapeComment

A Guide to Limiting Liability at Your Business's Holiday Party

As the holiday season approaches, small business owners must navigate the delicate balance between celebration and liability at their company's festive gatherings.

Compliance, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 21, 2023holiday parties, Liability management, employee gatherings, legal considerations, risk mitigation, holiday season, insurance, workplace liability, workplace policiesComment

How to Distinguish Between Meaningful and Vanity HR Metrics

In Human Resources, distinguishing between impactful and superficial metrics is the key to driving organizational success.

Culture, StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 16, 2023Vanity metrics, Key HR metrics, Growth, Measuring success, Training ROI, turnover rates, employee engagementComment

New York Labor Law Amendment Requires Employers to Notify Workers of Unemployment Benefits

Governor Kathy Hochul signed a labor law amendment requiring New York employers to inform workers about their right to file for unemployment benefits upon separation, as of November 13, 2023.