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A recent discussion at the office led to a show about that very conversation.  The guys were involved with a client's request for support on managing and properly compensating a short term workforce increase which included possible stand-by hours.Upon doing a bit more research in support of the client, what we found was both expected and frankly a little surprising.  There are some things one needs to know about what California Labor Law has to say when it comes to placing an employee on stand-by.Before you do, listen to this weeks show on the topic and steer clear of potential wage and hour claims that arise when certain procedures and guidelines are not followed.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Greg and John sit down with our very own Trade Association's CEO, Mr. Pat Cleary.  NAPEO (National Association of Professional Employer Organizations) is a trade association and lobbying group for the PEO industry.  Of particular interest is the industry white paper discussed during the show.  That document illustrated in stark detail the effect of the Pandemic on small business.  Pull up a seat and listen in while Pat covers the bases and explains the positive impacts PEO companies have made for small business.  From the early phases of PPP to ERTC and more, there is sure to be something of interest.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer

Another "Conversation About" style show, this one is about PEO companies. The guys grab the mics and join Greg in doing some defining around PEO and it's variations known as ASO, (Administrative Services Outsourcing) HRO, (Human Resource Outsourcing) and pure payroll service offerings.The guys get out into the weeds about Workers' Comp, EPLI, shared risk & liability and wage & hour compliance, just to get started!From risk pools to tactical HR compliance and EDD reporting to Benefits administration, your PEO answers are likely going to be found here.If you are an employer looking to ease the burden of ever widening compliance nets, reducing risks and lowering administrative expenses, this is the show for you.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Greg and John review "Five Pillars" and invite author Keith Wolaridge to the studio to discuss his newly published work.Join Greg, John and Keith to learn about the author, the book and the reasons for it's creation.Keith will take the listeners through the pillars, talk about his "Lodestar" and his life experiences that form the foundation of guiding principles that form the basis for his professional and personal interactions on a daily basis.Integrity,  Perseverance,  Decency, Courage and Faith constitute Keith's Five. Grab a copy, and prepare to be enlightened and entertained as you discover why these things matter.  Spoiler alert!  There is a sixth as well.An exceptionally easy and delightful read, "Five Pillars" will leave you inspired, confident and yes, a bit joyful.For more on Keith, check out his LinkedIn page:  Keith C. Wolaridge | LinkedInCopies may be found where ever books are sold, as well as on the digital platforms, such as Kindle and others.We would lo

On March 11, 2021 the President signed House Resolution 1319,  creating the subject law.  The 1.9 trillion spending bill contains numerous provisions to provide for business relief, unemployment extensions, and a host of other business centric benefits.Join Greg and SME John McFarland, SHRM-CP of WorklogicHR/Vensure as they discuss these benefits.  There is surely something here for nearly everyone of our listeners. Here is a sampling of the topics to pique your interest:Changes to ERTC, extensions of PPP, Industry specific grants for highly impacted businesses, and many, many more.You are sure to learn something!  Charge you pods, and grab a notebook, and be sure to reach out to us if we can be of assistance.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Greg is joined in studio by Kat Clowes of March Consulting, and Robin Paggi of WorklogicHR to discuss not only managing Generation Z, but their new book by the same title.  John McFarland, SHRM-CP,  the HoRizon Podcast cohort is along as well, keeping the discussion lively and moving along.Generation Z is that group of folks born after 1996.  The life experiences of this newest workforce has shaped, perhaps like never before in US history, this demographic more profoundly than any before it.  Robin and Kat will discuss why this is relevant in today's job market and along the way, offer many insights for hiring managers, business owners and anyone else interested in the topic.Put on your earbuds and join us.  We will discuss the book and its relevance as a reference, and outline some of the more meaningful perspectives as this latest generation begins entering the workforce.  It is a new and fresh perspective, that many more "seasoned" professionals will find helpful.You may reach out to the aut

Grab your pods!  This week, the guys cover a hot-button topic that nearly all companies talk about.  It's also one almost none of them get right.   Why is this?  Join Greg and crew and gain some perspective as our "experts" hash the topic out and even clash to a degree.  In so doing, they unwittingly underscore the difficulties in the exercise.  Identification of core values is critical to defining the organizational value system and culture.  Once established, they form the spine, the frame if-you-will, for every decision and direction the company takes. In an ideal situation, EVERY associate in the company knows the core values and company mission, and has committed to live them.Pull up a chair and listen in as Greg leads this lively discussion about the importance of defining and establishing core values in your organization, and how those core values then shape both the Mission (the what, why and how), and the Vision (the future state, the overarching higher purpose) of your organizationIt&

Since the passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act in December, many employers may be aware of the provisions provided for small and medium sized closely held business'.  Paycheck Protection Program extensions were certainly a major component, but what many may have missed or not fully understood is the subject of this weeks show, The ERTC.Greg and John sit down to discuss this little known and understood component of the CAA's COVID relief sections.  If you are an employer, you simply must take the time to listen to the podcast and seek the advice of your CPA, and payroll provider to see if this credit may work out to your benefit.  It likely will and if eligible, it is nothing to be passed by, we assure you!We dissect the rules, explain how they work and provide a wealth of additional knowledge around the topic.  Pull up a chair, it will be time well spent!

Welcome to the HoRizon Podcast!  John and Greg manage to corner a really nice guy, Mr. Alex Mozota of Avitus Group to discuss some things in the arena of talent acquisition or corporate recruiting.  Sometimes referred to as "Head-Hunters", Alex will change the way one might think about the topic.  You may have been approached by one or more, or utilized them in the past, but what exactly do these firms do?Finding the right fit for your company is difficult even in the best of times.  Despite the year formerly known as 2020. (Now referred to in many circles as simply WHAT?!?),  it is very much a job-seekers market.  Alex explains this phenomenon as well as a number of other subjects which shed light on the subject of hiring the best fit for you particular situation.From cultural aspects, personality, compensation - you name it.  We cover it.  You're sure to have a couple of takeaways.Alex can be reached at amozota@avitusgroup.com.  More information can be found at www.avitusgroup.comWe would lov

On 12/27/2020, The President signed the CAA or Consolidated Appropriations Act.  The Bill was the most lengthy piece of legislature ever signed into law and contained numerous COVID relief Provisions.Greg and John will dive into these provisions, which consist of an expanded second tranche of PPP funding, modifications to the forgiveness process, extension of the ERTC or Employee Retention Tax Credit and other provisions affecting ePSL and eFMLA.Pull up your pods, grab a cup of Joe and get a baseline understanding of just what all of this means if you own your own business, are self-employed or are just interested in how it works.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Host Greg Heiss  is joined in Studio with Diane Albano and John McFarland,  to discuss the finer points of  what an Employer of Record arrangement is, how they work and  which types of business' may benefit.If you are, or know of a business thinking of or actually attempting to enter a foreign market, and has a need for feet on the ground, this is the show for you.Diane walks us down the path of how all of this works and explains how her company executes EOR agreements.Company information can be found online of course, at www.globalization-partners.com or by email at dalbano@globalization-partners.com.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

It's almost over.  Many would say "Thank Goodness", but the reality is the click of the odometer really has no real meaning in the grand scheme of things.Regardless of how one sees and has lived the happenings of 2020, it has been a standout year in about as many ways as can be counted.  No need to revisit all of that.  Each of us has been impacted, mostly for the worse I would dare say.   But....Join Greg and John as they go over some of the brighter spots of 2020, and perhaps more importantly what takeaways they see.  One more thing.....2020 disrupted the show to a significant degree, and for those regular listeners,  you have likely noticed as we wriggle into a way of producing a quality product in the midst of a lockdown.  We have made some technological changes, and are still sorting some of that out.  Suffice it to say, the audio quality is substantially better and will improve even more as we move into 2021.  We wish each of you our very very best wishes for a Happy New Year and look for

It is scarcely possible just a year ago, to imagine  being in the world we find ourselves living in today.  But alas, here we are, looking both at  the past and to the future, and one thing is for sure, It is shocking.  Many have faced loosing friends and family to a novel virus which swept its way around the globe in what seemed like minutes.  (our heartfelt condolences for each of you dealing with this part of 2020)Economic damage, lockdowns, and constant uncertainty are our daily companions, forcing nearly everyone alive to face radical changes in every aspect of daily life!John McFarland explores how this type of change,  and managing it, is akin to the classical process of grieving.  He offers insights and wisdom and some helpful tools for dealing with it, no matter where one finds him or herself on the curve.Join in and give yourself a break.  Both literally and figuratively.Loyal listeners take note:  We are embarking on some new techniques and technologies which will make the show much more pleasant t

Now that the US is on the cusp of having a viable Corona Virus vaccine, we have been fielding a number of questions about it as well as about the more common and often discussed flu vaccine.  Greg and John will answer some of these questions as they pertain to the workplace, and just when and if such vaccination requirements can become a condition of employment.Are there specific types of occupations which can be required?  Certain employers?   What about religious objections, or those with an ADA protection?  These and more will be addressed, so be sure to put on the earbuds and give this short shows topic your consideration.We would love to have your feedback.  E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comAll the Best!https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

It hardly seems possible.  2020 has been a year like that.  Since the pandemic began, so much has happened.  And here we are, looking squarely in the eye of a New Year.  Given the time, something else has likely happened if you are a business owner who received PPP financing last spring.That something is the end of your twenty four (or eight) week “covered period”.  Not for everyone mind you, but If your funds were made available anytime before June, you are or shortly will be at the end of your window.We have fielded literally hundreds, perhaps thousands of questions regarding the PPP forgiveness application and its variants.  We’ll talk about those questions in today’s show.  From the possible tax implications, to providing your lender with a properly completed application, it will be covered.  The important thing to know is not to get into a panic or rush.  The PPP Flexibility Act made the overall forgiveness process much more easy to deal with.  Join Greg and John on today’s offering to find out why you s

Greg and John speak with special guest Cole Halpin of Avitus Group IT Security.  In the post COVID world many employers have arranged for their staff to work at least partially remotely.  This often means IT implications as thousands migrate to home offices and are using company IT resources via remote access from home.In some cases these means access through firewalls using IT assets which the company does not control nor own.  This in-and-of itself creates some risks, but there are many others.Cole delves into the these and more as John cites some rather startling statistics regarding both the dramatic increase in cyber crime during the pandemic, and the clever new tools being used.It is an episode for anyone working from home or employing those who do with an interest in protecting sensitive company data and protecting those working from home from becoming victims themselves.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, com

On September 17th, California Governor Gavin Newsome signed SB 1159 into law.  Unlike most legislation, this law is considered "emergency legislation" and takes effect upon its signing.It creates a rebuttable presumption in cases where COVID-19 infections occur in the workplace, creating a compensable injury under current Workers' Compensation insurance policies.Join Greg and John as they discuss the nuances of this legislation and what it means to your small business if you have employees.Record keeping is a must as are reporting requirements.  Join the show and learn what these are and how to protect your employees and your company from running afoul of the Governor's new rules.Many other states have similar legislation or have considered putting similar plans in place.  John will share his research on this with the audience as well.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at p

Join host Greg Heiss along with John McFarland, SHRM-CP and Kaiser Permanente's very own Rudy Hernandez as the guys discuss some mental health considerations for owners, managers and supervisors in todays post COVID-19 (wishful thinking perhaps) world.We will discuss things to watch for, accommodations that can be made, both proactively and reactively with your workforce.  There are things which can be done at little of no cost to assure the stresses of our new normal are mitigated as much as possible. It can be a challenge for sure.  We are seeing shattered workplaces, where nothing seems to be normal anymore. Some colleagues are gone, some work from home.  Some may even have been affected by COVID directly.  Moreover, the situation is ever changing as we learn more about the pandemic.  This only adds complexity to the situation.While it seems as though there might be no end in sight, Rudy assures us, that there most certainly will be, even if it is a ways off.  His behavioral health background allows h

This will be a bit of a follow-up show from last time.  We had to juggle a little to make it happen this way, and this resulted in a bit of a late publish date.  Sorry about that!  It makes sense though, and we hope you will agree.Greg and John are joined today by a young professional mom, who's unwittingly been forced into what many describe as the "Laptop Class".  Like many others, juggling life at the home office with two small children and a now non-existent child-care option presents some interesting challenges.  Megan Eskew, Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager with RaboAgriFinance joins by phone from her office in California.  She serves the financing needs of numerous agricultural business across the state.Megan shares some thoughts on what is great about the situation and what is not so great.  She share some ideas with us regarding how employers might take the lead and proactively engage.John shares some fascinating statistics gathered on perceptions and realities regarding rem

After what seems like an eternity, the podcast is back!  And we're doing the show fully remotely, so you may notice some tonal differences but overall, I think things are going to work out OK.  On behalf of all of us at WorklogicHR we hope things are going as well as they can be be for you and extend our thanks for coming back to the show.Speaking of remotely....  our guest today is Robin Paggi, WorklogicHR corporate trainer extraordinaire.  Join in and have a listen to her suggestions around keeping your remote team engaged, productive and happy."New normal" is something we are hearing more and more and it got us thinking about how remote workforces (when possible) have really become just that. We explore this new normal with Robin and touch on a number of things to consider when managing remote employees in the COVID-19 world we find ourselves dealing with.Commitment, team-work, motivation, and communication are just a few of the things we'll delve into.  We would love your feedback, so