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DOL Exempt Employee Salary Increases: What Employers Need to Do Now

DOL Exempt Employee Salary Increases: What Employers Need to Do Now

Jun 11, 2024 | Human Resource, Learning Lab, Strategy & Operations

A new minimum salary rule affecting millions of American workers is slated to take effect on July 1, 2024. The rule significantly increases the minimum salary for many exempt employees and will take effect in two steps. Join Kara Govro, Principal Legal Analyst at...
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22 Best Gmail Add-Ons and Extensions to Boost Your Productivity

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Matteo Duò, Head of Content at Kinsta and Content Marketing Consultant for WordPress plugin developers, shares 22 Gmail add-ons and extensions that can help make your inbox less awful. 1. Gmelius Gmelius Gmelius is the Gmail extension equivalent of a swiss army...
How Small Business Owners Can Navigate Inflation and High Interest Rates

How Small Business Owners Can Navigate Inflation and High Interest Rates

Jun 4, 2024 | Finance, Learning Lab, Strategy & Operations

Finance expert and small business owner Stephanie Sims says now is the time to take a deep look into your small business’ finances and prepare for economic uncertainty. from Co. According to the MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index for...
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7 Strategies to Increase Average Transaction Value for Your Richmond Business

May 28, 2024 | Finance, Learning Lab, Strategy & Operations

While attracting new customers is important, maximizing the value of each transaction from existing customers can have a significant impact on the bottom line. At InUnison, we understand the challenges faced by local businesses, which is why we’ve compiled a...
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How to Create a Dress Code

May 28, 2024 | Human Resource, Learning Lab, Strategy & Operations

Creating a dress code for a local business involves considering both practical and legal aspects to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations while also reflecting the company’s values and professional image. Here’s a guide on how to create a...
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