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The Possibilities of Commission Pay

Commission pay is synonymous with outside sales positions, but are there other possibilities of commission pay beyond reaching sales quotas? What is a Commission Payment? Definition: Commission pay is any money paid to an employee for the sale of a product or a service on behalf of their employer. Commission payment can be a set […]

How To Prevent and Mitigate “Fires” at Work

Business leaders know that workplace conflict prevention within their organization is a top skill they must learn and maintain. Fortunately, the best business leaders understand that this is a major part of their job, and they strive hard to ensure that would-be “fires” within the organization aren’t allowed to continue to burn. The entire organization […]

Labor Laws for August 2024

INFINITI HR is happy to provide Monthly State Labor Law Updates as a service to our subscribers. These briefs provide a general description and are not meant to be all-inclusive of compliance requirements. This list is not inclusive of all legislative changes for employers across the U.S. Changes may have been addressed in previous updates, […]

Hiring Interns and Seasonal Employees: A Guide for Small Businesses

Seasonal work can be a critical component of many small businesses during a peak season when they need extra help or staff. For some businesses, offering temporary internships allows them to provide experience to college students or young adults while gaining extra help and fresh insights. But do you understand the important distinctions between hiring […]

Four Practical Tips for Incorporating AI in HR

It feels like Artificial Intelligence (AI) is EVERYWHERE we turn! So, yes, this is another blog about what it means for your small business. Why? Because AI is revolutionizing many aspects of business, and HR is no exception. Instead of avoiding it, let’s tackle it head-on so you can learn ways to maximize it for […]

Wading Into Changes in the Workplace – Without Worry!

The one constant we can count on is change—especially in business—as trends evolve, new technology emerges, or the need arises for internal restructuring. We must adapt to stay ahead! How can leaders stay nimble enough to lean into new opportunities while also effectively managing employees to embrace change? There are some tried-and-true strategies and techniques […]

Labor Law Updates For July 2024

INFINITI HR is happy to provide Monthly State Law Updates as a service to our subscribers. These briefs provide a general description and are not meant to be all inclusive of compliance requirements.This list is not inclusive of all legislative changes for employers across the U.S. Other changes may have been addressed in previous updates, […]

Labor Law Updates for June 2024

INFINITI HR is happy to provide Monthly State Labor Law Updates as a service to our subscribers. These briefs provide a general description and are not meant to be all-inclusive of compliance requirements. This list is not inclusive of all legislative changes for employers across the U.S. Changes may have been addressed in previous updates, […]

Hiring for Skill and Culture in Today’s Job Market

The hiring world constantly evolves as new trends emerge to attract and retain talent. But how can small businesses discern which best practices to follow as they grow their team? Let’s explore the recent trend of skill-based hiring. What’s Skill-Based Hiring? Employers are moving away from traditional hiring criteria focused solely on background, experience, and […]

What to Do When Compliance Disrupts Your Small Business Culture

You’re reading an excerpt from a training hosted by our partner, Inspiring HR. See your dedicated HR Consultant for consultation and assistance with training needs. COMPLIANCE: NECESSARY AND NOT NECESSARILY A CULTURE DISRUPTER One of the consistent things we coach and consult our small business leaders on is addressing labor law compliance. Yet compliance often […]