#6 – Document Retention Policies are not Just for Large Companies
We’re doing a retrospective of our top 7 blog posts of all time, as chosen by you, the unique visitors. In at #6 is “Document Retention Policies Are Not Just for Large Companies.”
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#7 – It’s the Law: Staffing Firms and FMLA
We’re doing a retrospective of our top 7 blog posts of all time, as chosen by you, the unique visitors. Number 7 is the haunting “It’s the Law: Staffing Firms and FMLA,” from December 2010.
2013: New Year, New COATS Versions
Welcome to 2013. We survived the apocalypse, and now there’s year-end stuff to deal with.
December 2012 Legal Roundup
As we close out 2012, we see that some things never change; cases still abound over pay, leave, discrimination and … flu shots??
November 2012 Legal Roundup
In this month of Thanksgiving, let’s give thanks that we’re not having to fork over $14.1 million in lost tips, having to fire an employee for posting awful stuff on Facebook or worrying about a manager touching the 16-year-old employees.
Today Only: Cyber Monday Deals
To celebrate Cyber Monday, we’re offering a one-day repeat of the great deals we offered during Staffing World.
Happy Veterans Day
One of the best ways to help veterans is by hiring them, but with all the regulations surrounding hiring (and veterans), it can get confusing. So here are some resources to help you help veterans.
Affordable Care Act: We’ve Got You Covered
The 2012 election results delighted some folks, but dismayed most staffing firm owners, largely because it means that the Affordable Care Act will become the law of the land.
Make Time to Vote Today
Take the time to vote today, and be aware of some shady poll practices.
October 2012 Legal Roundup
A look ahead to IRS guidelines, a look even farther ahead to essential health benefits and a squinty look at type in an email.
COATS Closed Monday, Oct. 29
COATS is closed today, Monday, October 29. We plan to return to regular operations Tuesday, Oct. 30.
Last Chance for Staffing World 2012 Deals
We’ve got some good news and some bad news. The good news is that soon, we won’t be bugging you about these great deals anymore. The bad news is that’s because they end tomorrow.
What Makes a Great Conference
Our communications director went to a conference of her own the week after Staffing World. She hasn’t stopped raving about it since she got back, so we figured we’d let her spell out what made it so great.
Staffing World 2012: Tales from Vegas
This year, we visited Las Vegas for Staffing World. What follows are the tales that were approved not to stay in Vegas, from our own VP of Business Development, Karen Connor.
Getting the Most Out of a Conference
Having clear idea goals is just one way of maximizing the conference experience. Here are some other ways to get the most out of a conference.
One More Day to Save on Staffing World Deals
This is the only photo we’ve received from Staffing World from Karen, our VP of Business Development. Our buddies at Essential StaffCARE gave a fantastic VIP event at Pure nightclub on the first day of Staffing World. Apparently, the theme was The Hangover, and this guy was “the baby.”
Based on that photo, we’re a little bit relieved that we aren’t at Staffing World. If you’re not attending either, you can celebrate by taking advantage of this extra day to save on options and tech support.
Our COATS team is currently taking down our booth at the Staffing World Expo, so attendees can’t scan our magical savings QR codes anymore. …
Surviving a Conference
It might be tempting to think of a conference as being more or less like any work day. However, it might be better to think of it as more of an endurance event in business casual.
September 2012 Legal Roundup
This month: Keep your ADA responses flexible, your Facebook friends professional and your pants optional.
COATS Update for Michigan
Michigan’s witholding rate and exemption amount will change next week, but we’ve got you covered.
Recruiting & Interviewing: Social Media for Recruiters
Tired of hearing about how to use social media for recruiting? So are we! So let’s talk about social media outlets just for recruiters.
