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Creating an Employee Recognition Program

What’s The Point Of An Employee Recognition Program? Employees want recognition. This is especially true for the employees who work hard for your company. An employee recognition program is a great way to show appreciation to these employees. Employee recognition programs initially began as a nice way to show appreciation. Now, many companies align them…

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The Best Boss: What Your Employees Want From You

What Does it Take To Be A Great Boss? As the owner and operator of your business, you may have pondered the question, “What makes a great boss?” Great bosses possess several key characteristics that set them apart. The team at Optimum Employer Solutions, an HR outsourcing company, has compiled a list of the top…

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March 2025 Newsletter

Each month, Optimum Employer Solutions gathers the latest updates and changes to federal and state employment law. Read on to learn how these changes may affect you, and how Optimum can help you ensure compliance. Federal/State UpdatesDistrict Court Denies Religious University’s Motion to Dismiss Transgender Ex-Employee’s Title VII SuitThe U.S. District Court for the Western…

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February 2025 Newsletter

Each month, Optimum Employer Solutions gathers the latest updates and changes to federal and state employment law. Read on to learn how these changes may affect you, and how Optimum can help you ensure compliance. Federal UpdatesDOJ Effectively Pauses Its Civil Rights Division’s Litigation, Which May Impact IER’s Pursuit of New ClaimsThe U.S. Department of…

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Making the Most out of Your Core Values

Core Values: Who Are You? The term “core values” may seem like one of those buzzwords that come and go in popularity, but they are actually crucial for any founder to establish while building their brand. Core values are the guiding principles that unite the entire organization, from the front desk receptionist to the executives…

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How to Encourage Creativity in Employees

Encouraging Creativity Sometimes the daily grind can take a toll on all of us, leading to a state of shutdown where we go on autopilot. This often occurs during the winter months, making it vital to reenergize ourselves and our staff. Here are a few ways to foster creativity and encourage idea generation among your…

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Is Your Employee Handbook Missing Something Important?

The Art Of An Employee Handbook Creating an employee handbook can feel overwhelming for many employers, leading them to include only the most basic policies. However, this approach may not sufficiently inform employees or protect the employer. To better minimize your risks, consider updating your existing employee handbook with comprehensive policies. Last Minute Additions That…

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Why Performance Reviews Are Important

What’s the deal with performance reviews? As a business owner, you understand the importance of recruiting the best staff. As a leader, you want your team to perform at their highest level. Many of you likely use performance reviews to evaluate your employees’ work, efficiency, and morale on a quarterly or annual basis. If you’re…

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December 2024 Newsletter

Each month, Optimum Employer Solutions gathers the latest updates and changes to federal and state employment law. Read on to learn how these changes may affect you, and how Optimum can help you ensure compliance. Federal/State UpdatesJudge Throws Out DOL Rule Raising Salary ThresholdA federal court recently struck down the U.S. Department of Labor’s rule…

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