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Jaime Walker

Jaime Walker specializes in Equal Opportunity Employment and Employee Rights. The content he produces regularly advocates for fair treatment of all in the workplace. With expertise covering Payroll, DevOps, and Customer Data Managment, Jaime's diverse portfolio of content is always refreshing and bursting with new ideas. 
Mastering the Modern Payroll Landscape: Automation, Adaptability and Expertise to Excel in a Dynamic Workforce
Payroll
Mastering the Modern Payroll Landscape: Automation, Adaptability and Expertise to Excel in a Dynamic Workforce

Payroll management is an essential and often complex aspect of any business. It involves calculating employee salaries, withholding taxes, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. While many companies believe that managing payroll in-house is cost-effective, the risks and challenges associated with it often outweigh the benefits. This article outlines the complexity of payroll management and the benefits of

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Creating an Inclusive Workplace: Insights from Deloitte’s Global LGBT+ Employee Survey
Employment Law
Creating an Inclusive Workplace: Insights from Deloitte’s Global LGBT+ Employee Survey

Inclusive workplaces have become increasingly important in recent years, with businesses seeing the benefits of having a diverse workforce. A crucial aspect of this inclusivity is the treatment of LGBT+ employees and their ability to express themselves at work. In this article, we will explore the significance of LGBT+ inclusion in the workplace, discussing the struggles that LGBT+ employees face

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Mastering Compliance in the AI Recruitment Age: A Comprehensive Guide to NYC’s AEDT Law and Its Wider Impact on Employers
Employment Law
Mastering Compliance in the AI Recruitment Age: A Comprehensive Guide to NYC’s AEDT Law and Its Wider Impact on Employers

As companies continue to rely on technology in their operations, more organizations are using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen job applicants, manage employee performance, determine promotions, and set employment terms and conditions. While these tools offer the promise of significant time and cost savings, there is a growing concern about their impact on equal employment opportunity (EEO). In response,

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Revolutionizing the Hourly and Gig Worker Economy: How Tech Startups are Transforming the Labor Market
Employment Law
Revolutionizing the Hourly and Gig Worker Economy: How Tech Startups are Transforming the Labor Market

Over 55% of wage and salary recipients in the US are paid at hourly rates, which has led to the rise of startups developing technology to revolutionize the hourly and gig-based job market. These companies have secured billions in venture and growth funding globally in recent years. This article explores the impact of technology on the hourly work industry, highlighting

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Navigating the Global Payroll Outsourcing Landscape: Market Analysis, Trends, and Growth Opportunities
Payroll
Navigating the Global Payroll Outsourcing Landscape: Market Analysis, Trends, and Growth Opportunities

Payroll outsourcing has grown in popularity in recent years as more companies opt to outsource their payroll needs. According to a report by Market Research Future (MRFR), the global payroll outsourcing market is expected to grow significantly over the forecast period of 2023-2030. This growth is driven by the increasing adoption of cloud-based payroll outsourcing solutions and companies’ need to

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The Urgent Need to Prioritize Employee Well-being in a Post-Pandemic Job Market
Payroll
The Urgent Need to Prioritize Employee Well-being in a Post-Pandemic Job Market

Work-related stress is not a new concept, but with the COVID-19 pandemic disrupting business operations, it has become a pressing issue for many. Long hours, demanding workloads, and a lack of work-life balance are taking a toll on employees, and many are considering quitting their jobs as a result. According to a recent survey, as many as 60% of employees

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Australian Skills Recession: Addressing the Talent Shortage and Salary Surge
Payroll
Australian Skills Recession: Addressing the Talent Shortage and Salary Surge

Australian businesses are facing an unprecedented challenge. The country is facing a “skills recession,” and it comes at a time when employers have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a new report, this has led many organizations to offer higher than planned salaries as they struggle to attract skilled candidates. Higher-than-planned salaries offered to attract skilled candidates

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Maximizing Summer Success: Strategies for Navigating Payroll and HR Challenges During Seasonal Hiring
Payroll
Maximizing Summer Success: Strategies for Navigating Payroll and HR Challenges During Seasonal Hiring

Payroll is an essential part of every business with employees, and it is vital that it is done accurately and efficiently. Unfortunately, amid workforce changes and seasonal hiring, payroll tasks may fall through the cracks, leading to expensive mistakes. Payroll errors can result in fines, legal difficulties, and damage to a company’s reputation. In this article, we will discuss solutions

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The Importance of Family-Inclusive Benefits for LGBTQ+ Workers
Employment Law
The Importance of Family-Inclusive Benefits for LGBTQ+ Workers

As companies continue to prioritize Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, there is a growing focus on providing family-inclusive benefits for LGBTQ+ workers. This means covering all families, not just those headed by one cisgendered, heterosexual man and one cisgendered, heterosexual woman. However, despite legal advances, disparities in benefits, family building costs, and the definition of “family” still exist for

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Paid Family Leave: The Importance of Balancing Work and Personal Life
Employment Law
Paid Family Leave: The Importance of Balancing Work and Personal Life

Finding a balance between our personal and professional life can be a daunting task. Life happens – it’s a mix of joy and distress, unscheduled and on time, and sometimes in and out of our control. Balancing work and personal life is a personal journey that requires continuous effort, but it’s made easier with the support of our employers. In

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Integrating Accounting Software with CRM: The Benefits of Streamlining Your Business Processes
Customer Data Management
Integrating Accounting Software with CRM: The Benefits of Streamlining Your Business Processes

The integration of accounting software with customer relationship management (CRM) systems has become increasingly popular among businesses of all sizes and industries. The combination of these two platforms enables the automation of various workflows, the seamless transfer of data, and access to advanced insights and analytics. In this article, we will explore the benefits of integrating accounting software with CRM

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