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With the new Department of Labor proposal on the horizon, understanding who is considered an independent contractor will help understand its potential impact.

Paying taxes is never fun, but there are steps you can take to reduce your business' tax liability.

Understanding what a tax audit is can make them less scary. Here's what you should know if you receive an audit notice from the IRS.

An employee's salary level, salary basis and job duties determine whether they're exempt or nonexempt.

Learn what overtime is and how you should dole it out to your employees.

When it comes to payroll and budget, these terms are crucial to understand. But what's the difference?

Calculating gross wages is the first step to paying employees correctly and keeping accurate payroll records. Learn about the process with this guide.

Salaried and hourly employees differ in how they are paid and whether they are eligible for overtime. Which model is right for your business?

Tax breaks and other factors make launching a startup 401(k) plan for employees a more viable option for small businesses.

Scent marketing strategically uses fragrance at specific customer touch points to connect to customers.

Becoming an employer means learning the ins and outs of SUTA.

Time clock rounding can help streamline your payroll processes — if you do it right.

Most employees have come to expect direct deposit paychecks. Here’s how to set up direct deposit for your small business.

Borrowing from your 401(k) can be risky, but it might free up some liquidity when you need it most.

Famous leaders' thoughts on hiring.

It's crucial to implement an effective hiring strategy and avoid common traps, no matter your company's size.

When hiring employees, you should evaluate both hard and soft skills to make the most well-rounded hires.

Research shows that employees whom you hire for cultural fit may last longer at your business. Here’s how — and why — to act on this information.

New methods and priorities are revamping outdated hiring processes, ushering in new best practices for job seekers and employers.

Technological advancements are improving the recruiting process without entirely replacing old approaches.

Sharing knowledge keeps companies strong.

Sending invoices with PayPal is an easy way for businesses and freelancers to get paid.

Some conditions, like natural disasters, allow you to suspend your monthly payments until the crisis is over. Here is what you need to know.

Wage issues combined with inflation impact both existing businesses and would-be entrepreneurs.

The risks are real, so having a plan is essential.

Generation Z is an increasingly large part of the workforce. Learn how to cater to this unique demographic.