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    Archives for March 2022

    7 Key Tips to Optimize a Job Advertisement

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    Writing a strong job advertisement is critical to attracting the ideal candidate. Many employers mistakenly copy and paste the job description for their open position into job boards. Attractive job ads will differ significantly from a job description. Job postings are tailored to appeal to job seekers, while a job description is created for legal reasons and performance reviews. MP’s recruiting experts share seven key tips to writing a job advertisement that will attract more top talent from the job boards, even amid 2022’s epic labor shortages. Read the article to:
    • Uncover seven strategies for developing postings that will attract more job candidates
    • Find out how to write about the company in a way that attracts more potential candidates
    • Learn why bullet points and headings are critical for posting about job openings
    • Outline what qualities the 2022 ideal candidate wants in their next role

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    Return to the Office: 6 Key Decision Factors

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    Many organizations are currently considering whether it’s time to end remote work options and begin a return to the office. Employers shouldn’t just consider COVID cases and vaccination rates, though. A myriad of factors will illuminate the best course of action for an organization and its employees. Additionally, it’s important to note that some organizations may benefit from a return to work plan that has nuances. Perhaps the employer may allow some employees to stay remote, require employees to work from the office only a few days a week, offer a hybrid work environment for everyone, etc. MP’s HR experts outline the six factors employers should consider when deciding whether to return to the office (full-time or not).

    • Find out why cyber security might be a critical consideration
    • Outline criteria to consider when allowing individual employees to work remotely
    • Uncover important reasons why employers may benefit from keeping their team remote right now
    • Learn how remote work affects productivity and performance

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    Return to the Office 5 Tactics Every Employer Should Take

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    Currently, many employers in the United States are deciding to make a return to the office, whether full-time or in a hybrid work arrangement. Before requiring all employees to return to work, using these five tactics will be critical to ensure success. MP’s HR experts share key planning strategies for every employer’s return to the office. Read the article to:

    • Find out how to write a comprehensive communication for employees about returning to work
    • Discover tips to reduce pushback
    • Determine if you should request employee input or feedback
    • Learn why a return to work must be done slowly

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    Wage and Hour: 5 Steps to Avoid an Audit

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    In 2022, there will be growing scrutiny of wage and hour practices and records. Employers across the US should prioritize conducting their own internal wage and hour audit. The costs employers may be required to pay are high for noncompliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), state legislation for minimum wages, employment laws for properly classified staff and pay practices, etc. MP’s HR compliance experts share steps every employer should take to avoid legal action or a 2022 wage and hour audit with the Department of Labor (DOL). Read the article to:
    • Learn five key steps to avoid wage and hour audits and legal action
    • Outline criteria to test for wage and hour compliance
    • Discover how to interview employees about wage and hour topics
    • Find out who must be trained to improve wage and hour compliance
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    7 Vital Steps to Avoiding an FMLA Audit

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    Among their 2022 initiatives, employers should prioritize Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) compliance. The Department of Labor (DOL) has recently announced that in 2022 (and beyond), it will be increasing FMLA audits on employers. If the DOL finds FMLA technical violations or noncompliant FMLA forms, employers may face costly consequences. Additionally, they may also have to handle other kinds of audits from the DOL, including wage and hour. MP’s HR experts share vital steps to avoid an FMLA audit. Read the article to:
    • Learn the key elements of a solid FMLA policy
    • Outline employers’ FMLA record-keeping responsibilities
    • Find out how to reduce risk and exposure related to FMLA matters
    • Get seven vital steps to protect an organization from FMLA lawsuits, audits, and violations

    3 Ways an ERC Credit Helps Restaurants Overcome Challenges

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    Recovering from the challenges of the pandemic has been difficult for bars and restaurants. Meeting and overcoming these challenges becomes easier with pandemic financial aid funds, accessible through the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERC Credit).

    The ERC is a federal program that provides funds to organizations impacted by the pandemic. Regulatory and societal changes had a profound impact across the foodservice industry, and many companies are still trying to manage the lingering effects.

    Your restaurant is likely entitled to ERC credits that provide support through these challenges, and ensure future growth and success.