Editors Note

Short-term and project-based employees are an asset to rapid-growth startups and established multinational companies alike. That’s because these individuals offer an easy, efficient way to get “boots on the ground” quickly, while avoiding the hassle of setting up a foreign branch office or subsidiary in each new country of operation.

4 Steps For Converting International Contractors To Employees

Short-term and project-based employees are an asset to rapid-growth startups and established multinational companies alike. That’s because these individuals offer an easy, efficient way to get “boots on the ground” quickly, while avoiding the hassle of setting up a foreign branch office or subsidiary in each new country of operation.

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Top Summer Legal Pitfalls For Employers: Hiring interns in California

Many employers can benefit from hiring interns in California. Interns can provide an affordable source of high-skilled labor and potential recruiting pipeline, among many other benefits. However, employers need to take great care not to violate the relevant state and federal laws pertaining to hiring interns. Below we discuss two of the most common questions, which is whether they are employees, and must they be paid.

The Fearful Cost Of Going Freelance: Employment expert reveals the hidden dangers of the gig economy

Over 25 percent of Americans are now participating in the new "gig economy," in which they work part-time or contracted positions, instead of dedicated full-time positions. However, a new study warns that the gig economy could be destructive for Americans' health and well-being. The research shows that a gig economy leaves most part-time workers without healthcare, retirement funding, dental care, or disability benefits. Meanwhile, many of these 'giggers' often have to work more than one job in order to make ends meet, and this is particularly increasing among female workers.

Why Implement An Integrated Contingent Workforce Management Model?: Top reasons

Organizations that are not leveraging a managed service provider (MSP) and vendor management system (VMS) may be paying too much for contingent talent and are at risk of noncompliance with various labor and benefit laws. They are also likely to have challenges involving time to source quality talent.

Reflections Upon USDOL "Tip Retention" Enforcement: The enforcement avenues are no broader

We recently wrote about two federal appellate decisions holding that tipped employees for whom no federal Fair Labor Standards Act Section 3(m) "tip credit" has been taken, and to whom all FLSA minimum wages and overtime compensation due have been paid, may not sue under that law to recover tips that their employers allegedly unlawfully retained.  

Working From Home 101: The complete guide to remote work

With today’s advances in technology allowing those with a stable internet connection and proper resources the means to work remotely, employers and employees alike are opting to take up this more flexible approach to working.

6 Reasons Employees Don’t Use Vacation Time: And, why they should

While 96 percent of Americans recognize the value of vacation days, over 40 percent don’t use them, according to a 2014 study. In fact, use of vacation days in the U.S. is at an all-time low for the past 40 years.

How To Manage Time In The Workplace: Effective vs. efficient

At work, time management is one of the most valuable skills for employees. In fact, organization and punctuality are among the top 10 soft skills employers look for. Knowing how to manage time both effectively and efficiently can be a real game changer in your career.