Tax credits incentivize businesses to improve their community, industry, environment, or the lives of those who struggle to find employment. This resonates with HR’s mission to foster a better workplace; the savings are just a bonus. So in this episode, we’ll show you which tax credits to consider for your organization and the role HR plays in procuring them.

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00:00  Intro

01:34  What is a Tax Credit?

02:12 HR’s Responsibility

03:09  Top Tax Credits Employers Should Consider

08:51  Final Thoughts

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BerniePortal Compliance

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Form 8994

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Establish your HR workflow rhythm by documenting your schedule and special projects with a Rhythms of HR chart. In this episode, we’ll show you how to create a Rhythms of HR chart, so you can position yourself to take on higher-priority HR tasks, present your value and contributions, and move up the HR Hierarchy of Needs.

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What is an HRIS?

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00:00  Intro

00:56  What is a Rhythms of HR Chart?

01:41  Completing Your Rhythms of HR Chart

04:38  Sharing Your Rhythms of HR Chart with Your Boss

06:21 Final Thoughts

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The Rhythms of HR Template

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HR Hierarchy of Needs

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 Levels documents are HR’s secret weapon to ensure equity and transparency, and drive intentional skill development. Learn about them and consider utilizing them, so you can improve your workforce’s outlook for their career and mobility in your organization. 

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What is an HRIS?

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00:00  What Is a Levels Document? 

01:22  What’s Included in a Levels Document?

05:34  Why Should HR Spearhead a Levels Document Project?

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Why Should HR Be Involved in Compensation Strategy? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDg_G--8RWM 

Pay Transparency Laws in Each State 

https://blog.bernieportal.com/what-states-have-pay-transparency-laws 

Do Employees Want Pay Transparency? https://blog.bernieportal.com/employees-compensation-transparency-survey

Top 5 Ways Pay Transparency Laws May Impact Your Organization https://youtu.be/pzYN03vCDVo  

What Is the HR Hierarchy of Needs? 

https://youtu.be/vzWMAuCLBJk 

As an HR party of one, you’ve likely already encountered questions about pay transparency. In this episode, we’ll cover what pay transparency is, the impact pay transparency will have, and what you can do to keep your organization ahead of the curve.

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BerniePortal: The all-in-one HRIS that makes building a business & managing its people easy. 

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What is an HRIS?

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BernieU is your free one-stop shop for compelling, convenient, and comprehensive HR training and courses that will keep you up-to-date on all things human resources. It is approved for SHRM and HRCI recertification credit hours. Enroll today!

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00:00  Intro

01:11  What Is Pay Transparency? 

02:27  Pay Transparency = Equity (Eventually)

04:03  What Pay Transparency Laws Will Impact

09:22  Getting Ahead of the Curve

10:53  Final Thoughts

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What States Have Pay Transparency Laws?

https://blog.bernieportal.com/what-states-have-pay-transparency-laws

Why HR Should be Involved in Compensation Decisions

https://youtu.be/HDg_G--8RWM

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This HR Party of One episode breaks down the difference between deductibles, copays, coinsurance, and out-of-pocket maximums—and, how you should defer questions about these benefits to your benefits broker.

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BerniePortal: The all-in-one HRIS that makes building a business & managing its people easy. 

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What is an HRIS?

https://bit.ly/what-is-an-hris

BernieU: Your free one-stop shop for compelling, convenient, and comprehensive HR training and courses that will keep you up-to-date on all things human resources.  Approved for SHRM & HRCI recertification credit hours. Enroll today!

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00:00  Intro

00:31  What Is a Copay?

01:00  What Is a Deductible?

02:37  What Is Coinsurance? 

03:10  What Are Out-of-Pocket Maximums?

04:54  An Example Using the Terms

06:42  Your Role as HR

07:41  Final Thoughts

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Benefits Administration Made Easy 

https://www.bernieportal.com/benefits-administration/

Guide to Providing Healthcare Benefits to Employees

https://blog.bernieportal.com/guide-to-providing-healthcare-benefits-to-employees

Avera: What’s the Difference Between Family and Individual Deductibles?

https://www.avera.org/balance/health-insurance/whats-the-difference-between-family-and-individual-deductibles/

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What should an HR professional do when they learn offhand about things that could really hurt your organization? In this HR Party of One episode, we’ll cover what to do about things you didn’t mean to know.

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BerniePortal: The all-in-one HRIS that makes building a business & managing its people easy. 

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What is an HRIS?

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00:00  Intro

01:04  Identifying What Knowledge Is & Isn’t Worth Acting On

03:10  Round 1: High School Hijinks

04:06  Round 2: Operation Vacation, and

06:33  Round 3: Careless Whispers   

08:40  Final Thoughts

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Why You Shouldn't Categorize PTO Days

https://youtu.be/Id_P8Iub798

Feature Overview BerniePortal

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Did you know HR is often the plan administrator for their workforce’s retirement benefits? Let’s cover what that means for employers and how HR can strategize this part of their role to empower employees to plan for their future—without adding too much work onto HR’s plate. 

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BerniePortal: The all-in-one HRIS that makes building a business & managing its people easy. 

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What is an HRIS?

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00:00  Intro

01:08  The Two Types of Plans SMBs Should Use 

01:56  Simple IRAs

02:35  Why 401(k)s Are Your Best Option

04:44  Hardship Withdrawals

07:44  Retirement Benefits Platforms - What to Expect

09:54  HR’s Role in Streamlining Benefits

11:21  Final Thoughts

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SECURE 2.0 Mandates Automatic Enrollment in 401(k)s & 403(b)s

https://blog.bernieportal.com/secure-2.0-mandates-automatic-enrollment-retirement-plans

401(k) & FSA Contribution Limits

https://blog.bernieportal.com/tax-brackets-401k-contributions-fsa-limits

HR Hierarchy of Needs

https://youtu.be/vzWMAuCLBJk

4 Things HR is Not

https://youtu.be/FyQ32TMHJIo

Benefits Administration with BerniePortal

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How to Boost Pay Equity Efforts in Your Organization

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While there very well may be consequences if employees start to date, there can also be consequences if employees are forbidden from dating. In this episode, we’ll cover why you should have a relationship policy, what it should say, and how to create one.

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What is an HRIS?

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00:00  Intro

02:28  Should You Have a Relationship Policy?

04:08  What Should A Relationship Policy Include?

07:09  Including Unacceptable Workplace Behaviors

07:47  How to Create a Workplace Relationship Policy

10:12  Final Thoughts

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How to Create a Culture Guide

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Compliance Management with BerniePortal

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Regardless of where you are in your HR career, there are ample opportunities to learn and continue to expand your HR expertise. Certifications, continuing education courses, webinars, and conferences—endless resources are available for you to become the best HR pro you can be. Watch this episode to learn more!

Find us at https://www.bernieportal.com/hr-party-of-one/

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What is an HRIS?

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Weekdays With Bernie - Learn More

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LinkedIn Learning: HR Foundations

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Coursera

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Blog: The Top 5 Free HR Courses

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Even if you’re in an office of under ten people, OSHA still holds sway over safety conditions. In this episode of HR Party of One, we’ll cover what you need to know about OSHA and employer responsibilities to remain OSHA compliant.

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BerniePortal: The all-in-one HRIS that makes building a business & managing its people easy. 

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What is an HRIS?

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OSHA Offices By State

https://www.osha.gov/contactus/bystate

OSHA Workplace Requirements 

https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/osha2254.pdf

OSHA Workplace Posters

https://www.dol.gov/general/topics/posters

What Are Workplace Posters?

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How to Fill Out OSHA Form 300A Summar

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