HR Party of One

In this episode, we'll cover how Form W-4 works, why it matters, and how HR can use an HRIS to master Form W-4 compliance. Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today! https://www.bernieportal.com/bernieportal-employer-demo-hrpo1/ Find us at https://www.bernieportal.com/hr-party-of-one/ BerniePortal: The all-in-one HRIS that makes building a business &...

Can you fire an employee for a social media post? It’s a complicated issue that more and more employers are facing as social platforms continue to dominate modern culture. In this episode of HR Party of One, we cover what you need to know about social media policies. By the end, viewers will have a better understanding of the possibilities and limitations of a fair approach to this complicated iss...

With a new president in the White House, a new set of priorities and policies are already shaping everything from labor law to the economy. President Biden has also promised to make changes to the federal healthcare marketplace. In this episode of HR Party of One, we cover four ways the new administration could change health coverage and how these updates could impact your team’s benefits. Payroll...

Employees’ lives look a lot different now than they did a year ago—and so do their priorities when it comes to benefits. And because building benefits is a year-round process, in this episode, we cover four fast-growing benefits that HR teams should consider adding—and how they can begin to evaluate those options. Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today...

As the coronavirus vaccine slowly becomes available to more and more people, how should HR parties of one think about reopening their offices during the pandemic? In our most recent episode, we covered the Kepner-Tregoe Method and how it can be used to make a decision about reopening your office. In this episode—which is Part II of our previous show—we demonstrate how you can use Kepner-Tregoe to...

The coronavirus vaccine has arrived. As doses are distributed throughout the country, employers and HR teams need to know when they can plan to safely reopen offices and return to business as usual. In this episode, we discuss how HR can make informed decisions about returning to the office during the COVID-19 pandemic. Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo...

More pandemic relief is officially on the way. In late December 2020, then-President Donald Trump signed a new, $900 billion COVID-19 stimulus package known as the 2021 Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA). In this episode, we cover three key changes introduced by this bill that HR parties of one need to know right now. Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal dem...

As HR prepares for the new year, it’s key to stay ahead of the curve on important dates and compliance requirements. One noteworthy takeaway is that in 2021, some employees and employers can expect 27 pay periods during the payroll calendar instead of the typical 26. In this episode of HR Party of One, we answer why you should rethink your approach to addressing this extra paycheck. Payroll + HR +...

If you’re like most organizations, you’re talking about compensation the wrong way. The good news? This can be fixed. In this episode of HR Party of One, we explain why the concept of “target compensation” should serve as the cornerstone for how you talk about pay. Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today!  https://offer.bernieportal.com/bernieporta...

In 2020, the IRS issued a few key updates to Form 1095-C. Now, all applicable large employers (ALEs) have new codes to describe the affordability of coverage offered last year, as well as other key changes that apply to most other employers. In this episode of HR Party of One, we walk viewers through these updates and cover what HR pros need to know to remain compliant with the Affordable Care Act...

With 2020 finally coming to an end, take a look back at some of our favorite moments from HR Party of One’s first year. This year hasn’t gone according to script, and HR parties of one have faced unprecedented challenges. From adapting to working remotely, creating a safe working environment to return to, and securing PPP loans, HR teams of small and medium-sized businesses have done it all, and H...

Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today! https://offer.bernieportal.com/bernieportal-employer-demo-hrpo1/ Companies often spend December finishing year-end projects and prepping for Q1. For small- and mid-sized businesses, HR parties of one are tasked with a near-insurmountable deluge of projects to help make this transition possible. In response, HR en...

Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today! https://offer.bernieportal.com/bernieportal-employer-demo-hrpo1/ More and more, employers and HR leaders are using Applicant Tracking Systems to optimize the recruitment process. For small- and mid-sized employers, these platforms help level the playing field, meaning you can better compete for top talent against...

Between books, webinars, and conferences, most of what HR professionals learn about performance management is focused on frontline employees—or, teammates who don’t supervise other workers. However, organizational success also relies on managers receiving their own coaching—a topic that rarely gets discussed in the industry. In this episode of HR Party of One, we cover how HR can help coach manage...

Traditionally, employee performance has been evaluated once per year. Increasingly, the highest-performing employers are adopting regular 1:1 meetings in place of this outdated management model, allowing for more open, growth-centric conversations between teammates and their supervisors. In this episode, we'll explain how HR can implement and structure 1:1 meetings. Payroll + HR + Benefits in an a...

Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today! https://offer.bernieportal.com/bernieportal-employer-demo-hrpo1/ Conducting a regular review and audit of your Culture Guide helps HR stay up-to-date on these compliance issues. And as Q4 and the end of the year approaches, there’s no better time than now for HR to review and revise your company’s Guide. In this...

As we approach the end of Q4, it’s time to begin considering what you can do to set up your team for success for next year. In this episode of HR Party of One, we talk about the tools HR professionals need to increase connectivity between employees, enhance communication, and streamline administrative functions for the year ahead. Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a Bernie...

Asking for a raise is never easy. It can be awkward, uncomfortable, and can totally backfire if done incorrectly. But, it doesn’t have to be. By illustrating the value you’ve created clearly, coupled with third-party data, you can make the conversation a lot easier for both you and your boss. In this episode of HR Party of One, host Ryan McCostlin covers how HR can ask for a raise. Payroll + HR +...

Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today! Q4 is finally here, which means open enrollment is just around the corner for many employers. In addition to the planning, coordination, and rollout of benefits administration, HR may find that it becomes inundated with questions about everything from telehealth coverage to FSA-eligible expenses. In this episode...

Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today! https://offer.bernieportal.com/bernieportal-employer-demo-hrpo1/ Most organizations get their employee handbooks totally wrong. They’re often filled with outdated compliance regulations and are not taken seriously. In fact, in some organizations, they are openly ridiculed. In this episode of HR Party of One, we’l...

Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today! https://offer.bernieportal.com/bernieportal-employer-demo-hrpo1/ The end of the year is rapidly approaching. Between open enrollment, the holiday season, and year-end compliance concerns, stress can sneak up on HR professionals during this time of year. In this episode of HR Party of One, we explain why you shoul...

Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today! https://offer.bernieportal.com/bernieportal-employer-demo-hrpo1/ As the end of the year approaches, there’s more and more hope that a coronavirus vaccine may be available by early November. We cover what HR professionals need to know about mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations. Are they legal, and what else should empl...

Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today! https://offer.bernieportal.com/bernieportal-employer-demo-hrpo1/ Unlike many other countries, the United States doesn’t have a national voting holiday. This means that because American elections take place during the week, employees who work day jobs must ask off, leave work early, or arrive to work late if they...

Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today! https://offer.bernieportal.com/bernieportal-employer-demo-hrpo1/ When was the last time you audited your PTO policy? In this episode of HR Party of One, we talk through the importance of reviewing time-off plans, how to communicate updates, and how adjustments can save your company time, money, and effort in the...

Teams in search of COVID-19 symptom screening apps may not know where to begin or what features they’re looking for. In this episode, host Ryan McCostlin reviews popular screener solutions and discusses how to communicate new screening-related policies to your team. BerniePortal: The all-in-one HRIS that makes building a business & managing its people easy.   What is an HRIS? Apple’s COVI...