A vital resource for New York City’s small and mid-size businesses and its employees expires at the end of this month – unless Congress renews it. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) was the first piece of legislation passed by Congress to address the impacts of COVID-19. Prior to its passage in March, there was essentially no sick leave…

When it comes to managing payroll, it can be confusing to figure out exactly what your company needs. From super sleek web based HR software to payroll processing companies, there’s no shortage of options available to small and mid-size businesses these days. While there are a number of benefits to outsourcing part or all of your payroll operations, none of…

Few businesses could have prepared for 2020. At first, it was easy to believe the havoc wreaked by COVID-19 was temporary. However, as we head toward a new year, it’s becoming clear that there is no end in sight – at least not in the foreseeable future. While plenty of businesses were in a reactive state for much of 2020,…

There are few businesses that have made it through this year completely unaffected by all that’s going on in the world. With many businesses still facing COVID-19 challenges, the bottom line is that for a lot of businesses, it’ll all come down to their bottom line – which means it’s more important than ever for businesses to find ways to…

3 Tips On How To Deliver Bad News To Employees Communicating bad news is tough. It’s often even tougher in professional settings, where the bad news could have long-lasting impacts on many facets of an employee’s life. Keep reading to learn about communicating bad news to employees for a few tips that could help make difficult conversations with employees a bit…

“You want to make the right thing to do the easiest thing to do.” So says today’s guest Ben Brooks, Founder & CEO of PILOT, who designed the career coaching software platform to be as frictionless as possible, delivering the extraordinary value of professional coaching through an easy-to-use service that’s available on all devices, and helping to enhance the value…

What’s the best time to plant a tree? Twenty years ago. Before Ben Brooks founded the career coaching platform PILOT, his own career wound through many industries: rental cars, defense contracting, airlines, insurance, HR & talent management, and workforce analytics & communications. This experience gave him a breadth and versatility that he now draws upon every day. In today’s episode,…

Learn why diversity, equity, and inclusion are top priorities for employers everywhere. As a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), PrestigePEO recognizes diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as pillars to any successful business. These principles offer an unmatched opportunity to expand the scope of a company’s trajectory with progressive change and an enhanced ability to overcome challenges. The inclusion of different cultures,…

COVID-19 changed how the world works. For small and mid-size businesses (SMBs) especially, it can be difficult to navigate and move forward in a world that is suddenly very different. From managing payroll for a modified workforce to ensuring workplaces are fully compliant and safe for employees, there is a lot to consider. With no real end to the pandemic…

Andy Lubash, CEO at PrestigePEO A lot of advice around PEO profitability and growth focuses on sales tactics, marketing campaigns, or other ideas. While these kinds of strategies may bring short-term success, they don’t necessarily lead to long-term growth. Instant gratification is nice, but over time, does the PEO really build on its success? The true driver of a PEO’s…