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Hiring for Biotechnology: 5 Characteristics Early-Stage Companies Should Look for in Employees

Hiring for Biotechnology: 5 Characteristics Early-Stage Companies Should Look for in Employees

Without question, one critical success factor for all biotechnology companies is the ability to identify and retain a synergistic combination of internal and external team members, all working seamlessly toward the same goal. It is impossible to start and build a successful biotechnology company without the help of an exceptional and synergistic team of individuals. In this post, I will discuss the most important characteristics biotech entrepreneurs should seek in new employees.

February 3, 2016 ・4 mins read

Why Cleaning Matters: 3 Reasons to Keep Your Workplace Tidy

Guest post by Quill.com. Please also check out our previous post on scent aversions in the workplace. Stand at the door of your office. Are you looking at a clean and orderly workspace or a disorganized mess? How does the space make you feel? Are you happy and excited to get to work or does a quick glance at your office make you want to hightail it in the opposite direction? Neatness and order in the workplace matter—and not just because “neat is nice.” Studies have proven that when your workspace is cluttered, it’s difficult to process information, let alone focus on priorities, projects and tasks. In addition to reduced productivity, a messy office also negatively affects your psychological, emotional and professional well-being. The good news is that cleaning up your workspace is a high-impact, low-cost activity with immediate and noticeable benefits for business owners and workers alike.

January 15, 2016 ・8 mins read

Happy New Year from the Federal Government! The ACA Reporting Deadlines Have Been Extended!

This post is part of the TriNet ongoing series about the Affordable Care Act and its effects on small business. Midsize companies can start 2016 with some welcome news from the government! The IRS announced on December 28 that Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) subject to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) 2015 Section 6056 reporting requirements have extended deadlines to file their required forms with the IRS. To start, review our post on ACA for midsize employers to determine if your business is considered an ALE for ACA-reporting purposes. Here is a breakdown of forms ALEs are required to file and their new deadlines:

January 4, 2016 ・2 mins read

When Does COBRA Coverage Start?

COBRA offers employees continued health insurance following a termination, but when does COBRA coverage start? Learn the details here.

September 28, 2015 ・4 mins read

Does an employer need to be checking I-9 documents beyond an employee's first day of employment for any upcoming expiration date listed on the ID's provided?

September 24, 2015 ・2 mins read

When does work time begin and end when traveling, excluding travel time to and from local office?

September 17, 2015 ・2 mins read

What are Work Eligibility Questions During the Application Process to Consider

September 17, 2015 ・2 mins read

What are the top five things I should consider when reviewing an applicant's resume?

September 11, 2015 ・2 mins read

What are the Federal Laws Related to Employee Record Keeping?

September 11, 2015 ・2 mins read

Can An Employer Tell an Employee When To Take Their Break?

September 10, 2015 ・3 mins read

Do You Know Your Emotional Intelligence? It Can Define Your Career Success

Guest post by Structured GI Leadership Emotions have no place in the workplace - or do they? We are all humans and emotions make us just that. Your emotional intelligence is, essentially, your ability to recognize and control your own emotions and emotional reactions. It means being in touch with how you’re feeling and the feelings of those around you, then using that awareness – as opposed to your emotional reactions - to guide your thoughts and behaviors. In the workplace, your emotional intelligence determines how your employees will view you and respond to you. While many think of emotions as being inappropriate for the workplace, your emotional intelligence can actually define your career path. People will not follow those they cannot trust and people will not trust those whose emotional IQ they cannot read. The five key aspects of emotional intelligence

January 27, 2016 ・5 mins read

8 Top-Level KPIs for Startup HR Departments

How well is your HR department performing? Consider these eight key performance indicators to measure the business impact of your HR initiatives.

January 25, 2016 ・4 mins read

3 Steps Small Businesses Can Take to Prevent Wage and Hour Lawsuits

A worrisome business trend is the growing number of wage and hour lawsuits that are a significant source of financial exposure for employers. As the number of lawsuits climbs, so does the cost to employers. The U.S. Department of Labor reports that it receives nearly 25,000 wage-and-hour related complaints per year. The number of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) cases filed in the federal court is more than five times higher than it was 20 years ago. Compensation considerations Overtime claims account for 40 percent of wage and hour class action lawsuits. Other common wage-and-hour claims include:

January 25, 2016 ・5 mins read

National Boss Day: How to Celebrate Your Boss Like a Boss

National Boss Day: How to Celebrate Your Boss Like a Boss

October 16th is National Boss's Day! Say thanks and celebrate with your team using these top ideas.

October 15, 2015 ・6 mins read

If I only pay independent contractors, should I to apply for a state identification number and contribute to my state's workers' compensation insurance fund?

September 25, 2015 ・3 mins read

Can an Employer Change Vacation Policy Without Notice?

September 23, 2015 ・2 mins read

Independent Contractor Laws by State

September 17, 2015 ・1 min read

Are Employers Required to Keep a Copy of the Background Authorization Form in the Employee's File?

September 17, 2015 ・3 mins read

Performance Management

Can an employee's hours be cut and those respective duties given to other employees?

The Fair Labor Standards Act allows employers to change an employee's work hours without the employee's consent and without giving notice for the change.

September 11, 2015 ・2 mins read

Can an employee be fired for asking for a raise?

As an employer you're able to make the decision to fire an employee at will for just about anything beyond the realm of protected characteristics. However, there are some reasons for firing that can be bad business practices.

September 10, 2015 ・2 mins read

Can an employee who makes minimum wage or above accept tips from customers?

September 10, 2015 ・3 mins read

Hiring for Biotechnology: 5 Characteristics Early-Stage Companies Should Look for in Employees

Hiring for Biotechnology: 5 Characteristics Early-Stage Companies Should Look for in Employees

Without question, one critical success factor for all biotechnology companies is the ability to identify and retain a synergistic combination of internal and external team members, all working seamlessly toward the same goal. It is impossible to start and build a successful biotechnology company without the help of an exceptional and synergistic team of individuals. In this post, I will discuss the most important characteristics biotech entrepreneurs should seek in new employees.

February 3, 2016 ・4 mins read

Do You Know Your Emotional Intelligence? It Can Define Your Career Success

Guest post by Structured GI Leadership Emotions have no place in the workplace - or do they? We are all humans and emotions make us just that. Your emotional intelligence is, essentially, your ability to recognize and control your own emotions and emotional reactions. It means being in touch with how you’re feeling and the feelings of those around you, then using that awareness – as opposed to your emotional reactions - to guide your thoughts and behaviors. In the workplace, your emotional intelligence determines how your employees will view you and respond to you. While many think of emotions as being inappropriate for the workplace, your emotional intelligence can actually define your career path. People will not follow those they cannot trust and people will not trust those whose emotional IQ they cannot read. The five key aspects of emotional intelligence

January 27, 2016 ・5 mins read

8 Top-Level KPIs for Startup HR Departments

How well is your HR department performing? Consider these eight key performance indicators to measure the business impact of your HR initiatives.

January 25, 2016 ・4 mins read

3 Steps Small Businesses Can Take to Prevent Wage and Hour Lawsuits

A worrisome business trend is the growing number of wage and hour lawsuits that are a significant source of financial exposure for employers. As the number of lawsuits climbs, so does the cost to employers. The U.S. Department of Labor reports that it receives nearly 25,000 wage-and-hour related complaints per year. The number of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) cases filed in the federal court is more than five times higher than it was 20 years ago. Compensation considerations Overtime claims account for 40 percent of wage and hour class action lawsuits. Other common wage-and-hour claims include:

January 25, 2016 ・5 mins read

Why Cleaning Matters: 3 Reasons to Keep Your Workplace Tidy

Guest post by Quill.com. Please also check out our previous post on scent aversions in the workplace. Stand at the door of your office. Are you looking at a clean and orderly workspace or a disorganized mess? How does the space make you feel? Are you happy and excited to get to work or does a quick glance at your office make you want to hightail it in the opposite direction? Neatness and order in the workplace matter—and not just because “neat is nice.” Studies have proven that when your workspace is cluttered, it’s difficult to process information, let alone focus on priorities, projects and tasks. In addition to reduced productivity, a messy office also negatively affects your psychological, emotional and professional well-being. The good news is that cleaning up your workspace is a high-impact, low-cost activity with immediate and noticeable benefits for business owners and workers alike.

January 15, 2016 ・8 mins read

Happy New Year from the Federal Government! The ACA Reporting Deadlines Have Been Extended!

This post is part of the TriNet ongoing series about the Affordable Care Act and its effects on small business. Midsize companies can start 2016 with some welcome news from the government! The IRS announced on December 28 that Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) subject to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) 2015 Section 6056 reporting requirements have extended deadlines to file their required forms with the IRS. To start, review our post on ACA for midsize employers to determine if your business is considered an ALE for ACA-reporting purposes. Here is a breakdown of forms ALEs are required to file and their new deadlines:

January 4, 2016 ・2 mins read

National Boss Day: How to Celebrate Your Boss Like a Boss

National Boss Day: How to Celebrate Your Boss Like a Boss

October 16th is National Boss's Day! Say thanks and celebrate with your team using these top ideas.

October 15, 2015 ・6 mins read

When Does COBRA Coverage Start?

COBRA offers employees continued health insurance following a termination, but when does COBRA coverage start? Learn the details here.

September 28, 2015 ・4 mins read

If I only pay independent contractors, should I to apply for a state identification number and contribute to my state's workers' compensation insurance fund?

September 25, 2015 ・3 mins read

Does an employer need to be checking I-9 documents beyond an employee's first day of employment for any upcoming expiration date listed on the ID's provided?

September 24, 2015 ・2 mins read

Can an Employer Change Vacation Policy Without Notice?

September 23, 2015 ・2 mins read

When does work time begin and end when traveling, excluding travel time to and from local office?

September 17, 2015 ・2 mins read

Independent Contractor Laws by State

September 17, 2015 ・1 min read

What are Work Eligibility Questions During the Application Process to Consider

September 17, 2015 ・2 mins read

Are Employers Required to Keep a Copy of the Background Authorization Form in the Employee's File?

September 17, 2015 ・3 mins read

What are the top five things I should consider when reviewing an applicant's resume?

September 11, 2015 ・2 mins read

Performance Management

Can an employee's hours be cut and those respective duties given to other employees?

The Fair Labor Standards Act allows employers to change an employee's work hours without the employee's consent and without giving notice for the change.

September 11, 2015 ・2 mins read

What are the Federal Laws Related to Employee Record Keeping?

September 11, 2015 ・2 mins read

Can an employee be fired for asking for a raise?

As an employer you're able to make the decision to fire an employee at will for just about anything beyond the realm of protected characteristics. However, there are some reasons for firing that can be bad business practices.

September 10, 2015 ・2 mins read

Can An Employer Tell an Employee When To Take Their Break?

September 10, 2015 ・3 mins read

Can an employee who makes minimum wage or above accept tips from customers?

September 10, 2015 ・3 mins read

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