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Blog posts on HR from ProService Hawaii. At ProService Hawaii, we help employers hire, manage and grow their team with a suite of solutions to meet their needs for payroll, employee benefits, HR and compliance.
ProService Hawaii
5d ago
On April 23rd, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a rule increasing salary thresholds for exempt employees and highly compensated employees. Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), employees generally must be paid overtime, unless they fall within an exemption.
What’s changing:
The FLSA overtime rules have recently been revised, increasing the salary thresholds for exempt employees effective July 1, 2024 (see schedule below). The threshold will increase again on January 1, 2025, with automatic updates to be released every three years, beginning July 1, 2027, based on applic ..read more
ProService Hawaii
1w ago
You’ve built a strong team and your business is humming along beautifully, but there’s one recurring problem. Just when your team develops an invaluable synergy, someone leaves. Whether they are chasing a bigger paycheck or a more competitive benefits package, having someone go after you’ve invested time, money, and energy into them can be frustrating.
The quicker you can learn how to improve employee retention, the sooner you can curb the negative effects of turnover and instead focus on fueling business growth. Stimulating retention requires getting down to the basics. Understanding the im ..read more
ProService Hawaii
3w ago
In a single year, workers' compensation claims exceed $350,000,000 in Hawaii. See the breakdown by island, and learn how ProService helps businesses control costs.
The post Infographic: The Real Cost of Workers’ Compensation appeared first on ProService Hawaii ..read more
ProService Hawaii
1M ago
Explore the significance of competitive pay for job seekers and discover strategies for retaining hourly workers, even when increasing wages isn't feasible for your business.
The COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally altered the way we work. Paired with increasing economic pressures and inflation, American workers, specifically those in Hawaii, are looking for jobs that offer competitive pay. However, 50% of frontline workers say they're unhappy with their pay and benefits (compared to 64% of non-frontline workers), according to the Qualtrics 2024 Employee Experience Trends report.&nbs ..read more
ProService Hawaii
2M ago
March is just around the corner and with it comes National Employee Appreciation Day. This year the anticipated day falls on Friday, March 1st, 2024. There’s no better time to recognize your employees’ achievements, share gratitude for their hard work, and celebrate the endurance, tenacity, and grit they’ve demonstrated over the last year.
Leaders and managers, are you ready? To help you stay ahead and get creative, we’re sharing best practices to consider and examples from ProService Hawaii’s very own Employee Appreciation Days of years past. Start showing employees how much they genui ..read more
ProService Hawaii
3M ago
If you own or work for a business in Hawaii and are tasked with either managing or establishing a remote team, you are not alone.
According to the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) of Hawaii, almost 200,000 (about 42.4%) private sector payroll employees were working remotely as of August 31, 2021, including 20,636 working for companies in Hawaii from out-of-state. Across the United States, the number of people primarily working from home tripled from about 9 million people (5.7%) to 27.6 million (17.9%) between 2019 and 2021.
While the majority of the ..read more
ProService Hawaii
6M ago
Get key takeaways from an insightful conversation with economist Dr. Carl Bonham. To listen to the whole discussion, watch the on-demand webinar.
The recent devastating fires in Maui have left an indelible mark on the close-knit community, sparking questions about the future of tourism and the broader economy in Maui County. How will this summer's events reverberate in the years to come for Hawaii's economy?
In this article, we provide a glimpse into the key takeaways from our recent webinar featuring economist Dr. Carl Bonham from the University of Hawaii Research Organizatio ..read more
ProService Hawaii
6M ago
Discover creative ways to surprise your team this holiday season with thoughtful gestures that leave a lasting impact.
As the holiday season approaches, there's a unique opportunity for businesses to express gratitude to their hardworking teams. Beyond the traditional year-end bonus, this blog explores creative ways to surprise and appreciate employees. From personalized gifts to unconventional perks, we'll dive into thoughtful gestures that convey appreciation for the year's efforts and leave a lasting impact on team morale and motivation.
Holiday Bonuses – a Year-End Mahalo!
A holid ..read more
ProService Hawaii
6M ago
Explore the implications of Hawaii's minimum wage increase and get practical strategies on how employers should adapt.
As we approach the new year, employers across the state are gearing up for a significant pay change. On January 1, 2024, Hawaii's minimum wage will rise from $12 to $14 per hour, with further increases slated for 2026 and 2028, ultimately reaching $18 per hour. For employers utilizing Hawaii's Tip Credit Law, the 2024 increase to minimum wage increases the adjusted minimum wage for tipped employees to $12.75 per hour. While this change promises higher wages for many, it a ..read more
ProService Hawaii
6M ago
This article aims to demystify health insurance terminology, empowering your employees to make informed decisions that suit their needs and manage their family's healthcare expenses efficiently.
Ensuring your team understands their health insurance options is crucial, especially during open enrollment. After selecting the right health plans for the upcoming year, it's essential to inform your employees about any changes and guide them through their choices. If you’re going through open enrollment, feel free to share this article with your employees!
Understanding Eligibility
Under Hawaii ..read more