I’m being mentored against my will by a dude who’s my peer

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Mon Mar 26 07:59:09 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I’ve been in my chosen career for about 10 years now. About three years into my career, I struck up a collegial friendship with someone who worked for a competitor. He’s maybe five years older than I am, but we were at a similar point in our careers. Fast forward to the […]

I’m being mentored against my will by a dude who’s my peer was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Direct Deposit snafu

by Josh_Your_IT_Guy @ Spiceworks Community

Tue Apr 05 03:53:17 PDT 2016

We use ADP and they conveniently forgot to pay Social Security. It was being removed from our checks, but we all got letters from SS stating no money was deposited into our accounts. Trying to fix it is fun, you call them and get put into a "let me transfer you" circle.

open thread – March 16-17, 2018

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Fri Mar 16 08:00:12 PDT 2018

It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything work-related that you want to talk about. If you want an answer from me, emailing me is still your best bet*, but this is a chance to talk to other readers. * If you submitted […]

open thread – March 16-17, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

How Does QuickBooks Attached Documents Handle Security?

by Chief Mechanic @ QBGarage.com

Sat Mar 19 10:06:07 PDT 2011

QuickBooks Attached Documents addresses the need for security by providing 4 levels of application permissions across 8 areas of QuickBooks functionality under an account overseen by a single user. Users log into Intuit’s secure servers using an email address and password. While we’re on the subject of security, there’s one small drawback: the password is […]

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Common Tax Credits and Tax Deductions – How to Qualify for and Claim Your Eligible Tax Deductions

by Ryan Guina @ Cash Money Life | Personal Finance, Investing, & Career

Tue Feb 20 04:07:16 PST 2018

Thank you H&R Block for sponsoring this post. While this was a sponsored opportunity from H&R Block, all content and opinions expressed here are my own. Note: all tax information refers to the 2017 tax season and is accurate at the time of publication. The American Tax system is complicated. But sometimes the aspects that ... Read More about Common Tax Credits and Tax Deductions – How to Qualify for and Claim Your Eligible Tax Deductions

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I hate the idea of networking — it feels slimy

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Tue Mar 13 09:30:58 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I’m a college student, so I’m very early in my professional career, but so far I’ve already had trouble overcoming my aversion/distaste/ineptitude for networking. I’ve only done one summer internship, but I’m always hearing that the only real way to get jobs and find success professionally is through “networking”—a challenge for me, […]

I hate the idea of networking — it feels slimy was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Will the Courts Accept a Jury Duty Excuse Letter If You’re in a Pinch?

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Mon Mar 19 05:10:23 PDT 2018

Sometimes, you or your employees’ personal responsibilities conflict with your business. For many small businesses, if you miss work or lose an employee for an extended period of time, there can be harmful effects on productivity in the workplace. But if you or an employee are called in for jury duty, you might not have […]

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How to Get Out of Debt, Fast! A Step-by-Step Guide

by Ryan Guina @ Cash Money Life | Personal Finance, Investing, & Career

Wed Jan 03 09:00:05 PST 2018

If you know the basics of personal finance, you may already know the most powerful force in the financial universe is compound interest. With compound interest, it’s easier to grow wealthier over time as the interest you earn compounds on itself over and over again. Unfortunately, compound interest can just as easily work against you as ... Read More about How to Get Out of Debt, Fast! A Step-by-Step Guide

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Investment Strategy Statement | February 1, 2018

by Tricia Hansen @ CenterState Bank

Thu Feb 01 06:36:42 PST 2018

INVESTMENT STRATEGY STATEMENT February 1, 2018 I. Equity Markets A. Common Stocks Open 2018 with a Bang! Up until earlier this week, the reaction of investors to Donald Trump’s election, improving economic growth across the globe, and the rebound in operating earnings over the past six quarters has been nothing short of phenomenal. Consider that […]

What is Double Entry Accounting?

by Park City Bookkeepers @ Park City Bookkeepers®

Fri Feb 09 02:00:57 PST 2018

So, what is double entry accounting? Double-entry bookkeeping/accounting is an accounting technique where two entries are made for every transaction.     Who invented double entry accounting? There is a common misconception that double-entry bookkeeping was first developed by Leonardo Da Vinci’s math teacher, Luca Pacioli, who is widely credited as the father of accounting. […]

someone I’ve known for years lied to get me to hire someone terrible she wanted to get rid of

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Wed Mar 21 10:59:55 PDT 2018

A reader writes: “Arya” and I were classmates in college. We were in the same year and did the same major. We’ve known each other for 16 years and have worked together twice; one time she was my manager and the other time I was hers. We often attend the same work-related conferences and exchange […]

someone I’ve known for years lied to get me to hire someone terrible she wanted to get rid of was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Direct Deposit snafu

by anthony7445 @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 10:41:39 PDT 2016

i've had Wells Fargo for for nearly 20 years.  most of that time i've had direct deposit.  have never had a direct deposit snafu.  not once.  

New KKW Beauty x Mario makeup collection to drop next week

by Helen Champion @ finder US

Tue Mar 27 12:28:37 PDT 2018

The decade-long friendship between Kim Kardashian West and her makeup artist culminates in a killer collaboration coming out next week.

What Is QuickBooks Error -6144, 0?

by Chief Mechanic @ QBGarage.com

Fri Dec 07 09:15:47 PST 2012

According to Intuit, QuickBooks Error -6144, 0 and the related error -6144, -103 are accompanied by the message “An error occurred while QuickBooks tried to access the company file”. They are caused by either: an incorrect path in your .nd file to your company file (.qbw) or damage to the Windows user account used by […]

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How to Write an Investment Policy Statement – A Guide to Help Keep Your Investments on Track

by Ryan Guina @ Cash Money Life | Personal Finance, Investing, & Career

Mon Feb 19 12:45:40 PST 2018

Do you have an Investment Policy Statement (IPS)? If not, then you are missing out on one of the key ingredients of a successful investing career. An Investment Policy Statement is a written policy of your investment goals and objectives, helping you stay on track regardless of what the markets are doing. And every investor ... Read More about How to Write an Investment Policy Statement – A Guide to Help Keep Your Investments on Track

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IRS Issues New W-4

by Steve Scheu @ Time and Pay

Fri Mar 02 07:40:30 PST 2018

IRS Initiates Paycheck Check-Up Week, March 26-April 1  The IRS has issued the new W-4 for 2018 taking into account the new Tax Act which went into effect in January.  (The Advi$or notes that what used to be a 2 page document is now 4 pages!) Along with the new W-4, the IRS has also advised […]

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how can I stop resenting my friend who doesn’t have to work?

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Tue Mar 27 07:59:05 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I have a good friend, Arya, who has been taking some time off work for a few years now. Basically, she doesn’t need to work to get by like you and I do. Her spouse makes really good money at an international company, and his salary affords them a generous lifestyle of […]

how can I stop resenting my friend who doesn’t have to work? was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

I overheard my boss complaining about me

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Mon Mar 26 09:30:32 PDT 2018

A reader writes: The higher-ups in our company regularly have private meetings, which are usually very hush-hush behind closed doors. During a recent meeting of theirs, the door was left open and we (the rest of the team) could hear bits and pieces of their conversation-not purposely, of course, and not that it was worth […]

I overheard my boss complaining about me was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and Payroll

by Steve Scheu @ Time and Pay

Tue Dec 26 11:10:32 PST 2017

Tax Cuts and Jobs Act – What Does It Mean for Your Payroll? On Dec 22, 2017, President Trump signed into law the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that will, as determined by the Tax Policy Center, cut income taxes for 143 million Americans. The law goes into effect January 1, 2018. This new tax law will obviously effect […]

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boss said she’d give me a great reference but she didn’t, jobs advertised for less than minimum wage, and more

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Tue Mar 20 21:03:16 PDT 2018

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My manager said she’d give me a great reference — but she didn’t After a second round interview with company A, I was asked to submit references. I typically would not include my current direct supervisor, who started working with my team six months ago, […]

boss said she’d give me a great reference but she didn’t, jobs advertised for less than minimum wage, and more was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Time & Pay Implements New Withholding Tax Rates

by Steve Scheu @ Time and Pay

Fri Jan 19 11:11:34 PST 2018

Time & Pay Implements 2018 Payroll Withholding Tax Rates? On Dec 22, 2017, President Trump signed into law the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that will, as determined by the Tax Policy Center, cut income taxes for 143 million Americans. The law went into effect January 1, 2018. On Jan 11, 2018 the IRS released the new tax tables […]

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Correcting Employment Taxes: What to Do If You Withhold the Wrong Amount

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Wed Feb 28 05:10:52 PST 2018

It’s easy to make mistakes, especially when you have a million and one things on your plate. One error you could make is deducting the wrong amount from employee wages. Correcting employment taxes is necessary if you withhold too much or too little from your employees’ paychecks. This article provides an overview of employment taxes […]

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my coworker thinks it’s funny to try to scare me

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Tue Mar 20 07:59:06 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I have been having a mild problem with a coworker since I started at this new company a little over a year ago. He tends to like to sneak up and scare us while we are working. We both wear earbuds while we work so it’s easy for us to not hear […]

my coworker thinks it’s funny to try to scare me was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

What You Need to Know About a Qualifying Life Event

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Mon Mar 12 05:10:40 PDT 2018

Employees have a window of time each year to sign up for certain types of employer-sponsored insurance. Although this open enrollment period takes place at the end of each year for all employees, an employee can add or remove coverage at any time of the year if they have a qualifying life event. What is […]

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Direct Deposit snafu

by Phillip186 @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 11:42:26 PDT 2016

The only times we have had that issue at our bank is when the company paying the payroll either put the wrong process date in the file or sent it in after cut off... When this happens if they dont have a lot of employees we send out wires, if they do have a lot they send a new file to run that night...

A Note to Our Clients | February 2, 2018

by Tricia Hansen @ CenterState Bank

Tue Mar 13 07:38:17 PDT 2018

CenterState Wealth Management A Note to Our Clients February 9, 2018 While it was difficult and somewhat unsettling to watch the Dow Jones Industrial Average suffer through two 1000+ point drops this week, leaving the DJIA and the S&P 500 -8.8% and -9.1% below their respective peak levels on January 26 to today’s close, we […]

Direct Deposit snafu

by Jeff Jones @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 12:39:31 PDT 2016

"WelcometoWELLSFARGO!" they yell now anytime you walk in. Makes me feel.... right at corporate home.

Youth soccer org that I'm treasurer for uses Wells Fargo. Always having issues with them: say they'll include check images with statements; they never do; you order a replacement book of checks/deposit slips, and the branch manager looks at your book and orders something completely wrong; you need to remove an old board member name from the account and are told the deceased person needs a representative to come in and do it....

Time & Pay Sponsors Johnson City Jazz Festival

by Steve Scheu @ Time and Pay

Wed Jan 31 14:04:36 PST 2018

Time & Pay is pleased to announce the primary sponsorship of the 2018 2nd annual Johnson City Jazz Festival. The Jazz Festival will take place March 15, 16 and 17 at the Carnegie Hotel in Johnson City. “We are proud to work with the Jazz Festival again this year,” noted Steve Scheu, CEO of Time […]

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A Legacy of Learning: Paychex Ranks Among Top 125 Training Organizations for 17th Straight Year, Ascends to No. 14

by Michael DiLuglio @ Paychex Newsroom

Fri Feb 16 08:30:47 PST 2018

Delivering more than one million training hours to its nearly 14,000 employees last fiscal year, Paychex, ranks No. 14 on Training magazine's Top 125 list.

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Are Employees Free to Discuss Their Wages?

by Steve Scheu @ Time and Pay

Sat Mar 24 15:15:40 PDT 2018

Employers are often concerned about employee discussions regarding their wages and benefits. While they may not like such discussions, employers should take note that they may not prohibit, or even hint at consequences, if employees discuss their compensation amongst each other. Employers may not in any way discipline or react in a negative way towards […]

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7 New Year’s Eve Safety Tips (and How to Use Uber)

by Antoinette Vitale @ CenterState Bank

Tue Dec 26 10:48:36 PST 2017

There’s a dark side to New Year’s Eve. It’s a ton of fun to ring in the new year with parties, countdowns, bright lights, and festivities, but for those of you who are always on the lookout for danger at every turn, this is also the holiday for you. In 2013, around 95 million Americans […]

What Does Pay Frequency Mean?

by Michele Bossart @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Wed Feb 21 05:10:38 PST 2018

When you have employees, you need to run payroll so they can receive their wages. Before paying employees, you need to decide on a pay frequency. Your industry, the number of employees you have working for you, the type of workers you have, and legal requirements determine your pay frequency. But first, what does pay […]

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how to answer job candidates’ questions about salary when I don’t have a range to provide

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Tue Mar 27 10:59:21 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I work in HR for a small company and typically am involved with the phone screen and in-person interview portion of the hiring process. During these phases, we are not provided any information with regard to salary. Our CEO generally provides that information to me upon hiring and handles determining pay rates […]

how to answer job candidates’ questions about salary when I don’t have a range to provide was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

an affair is causing work drama, I feel slighted by my work anniversary gift, and more

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Tue Mar 27 21:03:54 PDT 2018

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. An affair and tons of drama at work I have worked for a small company in the midwest for about seven years. I generally like my job and I am good at it. About four years ago, we hired a salesperson named “Jane.” Her role […]

an affair is causing work drama, I feel slighted by my work anniversary gift, and more was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

do I need to give interviewers a great reason for why I’m looking to leave my current job?

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Thu Mar 15 10:59:58 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I’m looking to leave my current position. I’ve been lucky enough to receive positive responses on informational interviews I’ve gone on and applications I’ve sent out so far, but I’m curious about how important it is to have a great “reason” to want to leave for something else. I enjoy the industry […]

do I need to give interviewers a great reason for why I’m looking to leave my current job? was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

When Will I Get My Tax Refund? 2017 Tax Year Refund Schedule (2018 Tax Season)

by Ryan Guina @ Cash Money Life | Personal Finance, Investing, & Career

Fri Jan 05 12:51:54 PST 2018

The first day to file your 2017 taxes is January 29, 2018. The IRS reports that 9 out of 10 taxpayers who filed electronically in 2017 received their tax refunds within 21 days. Some taxpayers receive their refund in as little as 8 days, and most receive it within 10-14 days. The IRS no longer ... Read More about When Will I Get My Tax Refund? 2017 Tax Year Refund Schedule (2018 Tax Season)

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“New Economy” Makes Child Support More Difficult to Collect

by Steve Scheu @ Time and Pay

Tue Dec 05 10:59:05 PST 2017

The “new economy”, in which the use of contract labor to meet work load requirements is increasing every day, is making it more difficult to collect court ordered child support. When employers hire a new employee, Federal and State new hire reporting requirements help ensure that an individual who may be under a court ordered […]

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I’m supposed to hide that I was a stay-at-home mom, rude receptionist, and more

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Thu Mar 22 21:03:33 PDT 2018

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. I was told to hide that I used to be a stay-at-home mom I had a very strange review yesterday, where my boss shared some feedback that she received from another leader in our organization. Basically I was told that I should stop telling people […]

I’m supposed to hide that I was a stay-at-home mom, rude receptionist, and more was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Direct Deposit snafu

by GrayRabbit @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 15:40:42 PDT 2016

@Laura Viars: Thank you -- that's what  I needed to hear.  We're being told that "ALL" Wells Fargo business customers had this issue, which smelled like a wet fart to me since I'm not seeing people complaining about it online.  I would have expected to see some noise about it on Google/Twitbook/etc. if there was a true widespread problem. 

Direct Deposit snafu

by GrayRabbit @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 12:18:51 PDT 2016

It's funny ADP gets mentioned -- my cousins work for Paychex. ;)  but at my previous jobs, they used ADP.  14 years, only one glitch.  

Direct Deposit snafu

by GrayRabbit @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 21:29:42 PDT 2016

Follow-up:   I did get Wells-Fargo to confirm that they indeed had an "issue" with their DirectPay service...as to what that issue was, no one seems to know.  Worse, no one would talk with our HR department or firm partners about it.  

Not satisfied with that answer, it sounds like our management will be pursuing a different bank.  

Credit Unions vs Banks – How they Differ and What It Means to You

by Ryan Guina @ Cash Money Life | Personal Finance, Investing, & Career

Wed Feb 14 13:58:24 PST 2018

Savvy consumers know they shouldn’t pay too much for banking services (after all, that is how banks make money). That’s why a record number of Americans are turning to credit unions for their banking needs. A lot of this has had to do with efforts to encourage consumers to move their money from big banks charging ... Read More about Credit Unions vs Banks – How they Differ and What It Means to You

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my coworker is getting credit for my work

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Mon Mar 19 09:30:26 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I work for a medium sized company on a very small team. For all intents and purposes, it is just me and my colleague, “Joe.” Joe and I both started at the same time and work on the same types of projects. The similarities end there, as Joe is the type to take […]

my coworker is getting credit for my work was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Assets Business Newsletter Vol. 4 – January/February 2018

by Tricia Hansen @ CenterState Bank

Tue Jan 23 12:08:06 PST 2018

5 Steps to Developing Brand Ambassadors If you’ve spent any time analyzing your organization’s Facebook page analytics, you know that it is becoming increasingly difficult to reach your fan base. Even the most active brands producing engaging content can struggle to reach 10 percent of their fans with a given post. The first step towards […]

Tennessee Unemployment Taxes to Decline in 2018

by Steve Scheu @ Time and Pay

Tue Jan 23 12:52:50 PST 2018

Tennessee Unemployment Taxes (SUTA) to Decline in 2018 The Tennessee Dept of Revenue notified employers that the State Unemployment Wage Cap will be reduced from $8,000 to $7,000, thus reducing the amount of state unemployment payroll taxes employers will pay in 2018. Good news! The Wage Cap is the amount of wages paid to employees that […]

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interview with a nanny for a famous psychic

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Thu Mar 15 07:59:53 PDT 2018

Occasionally I do interviews here with people who have had particularly interesting jobs. Recently a commenter here mentioned that she used to be a nanny for a famous psychic, and I wanted to know more. She kindly agreed to be interviewed, and here’s our conversation. Note: This interview contains references to the interviewee’s spiritual beliefs, […]

interview with a nanny for a famous psychic was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

should I work for a tiny organization?

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Tue Mar 13 10:59:19 PDT 2018

A reader writes: My husband works in the public school system (not a teacher) and is considering a job offer with a one-person nonprofit. He and the CEO will be the only employees aside from volunteers. He’d be working virtually and he hasn’t negotiated the offer yet, but I thought I’d ask you and your […]

should I work for a tiny organization? was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

win a copy of the new Ask a Manager book

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Mon Mar 12 09:30:58 PDT 2018

Want to win a copy of the new Ask a Manager book? My publisher is giving away 25 free copies to readers of this site, and you can enter to win one here. Ask a Manager: How to Navigate Clueless Colleagues, Lunch-Stealing Bosses, and the Rest of Your Life at Work will be published by Random House/Ballantine on […]

win a copy of the new Ask a Manager book was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Paychex | IHS Markit Small Business Employment Watch: Small Business Job Growth and Wages Moderate in February

by Lisa Fleming @ Paychex Newsroom

Tue Mar 06 05:34:55 PST 2018

After an uptick to start the year, the Paychex | IHS Markit Small Business Employment Watch saw small declines in jobs and wage growth in February.

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Do I Need a Bookkeeper? A Small Business Guide

by Park City Bookkeepers @ Park City Bookkeepers®

Fri Feb 02 04:40:59 PST 2018

  The decision on whether or not to do your bookkeeping should be made with careful consideration of two critical factors: first, do you have the necessary bookkeeping skills? And second, do you have the time? If you meet both conditions, you could save money in the initial stages of your business. However, as your […]

will it hurt me to apply for multiple jobs at the same company?

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Wed Mar 14 10:59:03 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I’ve been trying to start a career at the entry-level in a difficult industry to break into for quite some time. I wasn’t as tenacious as I should have been in my initial round of applications nearly a year ago, but now I’m finally ready to jump on every listing that fits […]

will it hurt me to apply for multiple jobs at the same company? was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

What Is the QuickBooks File Doctor?

by Chief Mechanic @ QBGarage.com

Fri Dec 07 09:12:46 PST 2012

The QuickBooks File Doctor is a tool from Intuit that is designed to diagnose and fix common problems with QuickBooks data files and your Windows and network configuration, including: Data corruption Windows setup problems Network setup problems The tool has its limits. It only works with: .qbw and .qba files QuickBooks company files (.qbw) smaller […]

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listing an unfinished novel as a work accomplishment on your resume

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Mon Mar 19 10:59:11 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I’m a copywriter. It’s my first time hiring for a copywriter position. I don’t want to be petty or unfair to applicants, but I don’t want to hear about people’s unfinished novels on their resumes or cover letters. In my opinion, it comes off as either immature, self absorbed, or really uninformed […]

listing an unfinished novel as a work accomplishment on your resume was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

should I point out job applicants’ mistakes to them?

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Tue Mar 20 09:30:30 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I supervise a summertime internship program at my job, which attracts mainly college-age applicants. A huge component of the internship is attention to detail. This week I received five applications for the internship. Three of those have included detail errors, some minor and some major. For example: 1. The first applicant stated […]

should I point out job applicants’ mistakes to them? was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Direct Deposit snafu

by Laura Viars @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 14:21:31 PDT 2016

Our office uses Wells Fargo for payroll and our direct deposits went in just fine on the 31st :)

Are Interns Supposed to be Paid?

by Steve Scheu @ Time and Pay

Tue Feb 20 05:28:50 PST 2018

It is not unusual for for-profit employers to bring on interns to work at their company. In not too distant past years, in general, many employers assumed the intern would not be paid. They worked for the valuable experience. However during the Obama administration, due to actions by the Dept. of Labor, employers needed to […]

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my office is moving … to my boss’s house

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Thu Mar 22 09:30:55 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I work for a small company with two full-time employees, two part-time, and a weekly bookkeeper. My boss is wealthy, mercurial, and often out of the office or traveling. Recently, he announced that he has decided to move our office from our (already small) space into his duplex apartment, which is supposed […]

my office is moving … to my boss’s house was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

LitePay folds after Litecoin Foundation refuses to contribute more funds

by Peter Terlato @ finder US

Tue Mar 27 10:18:48 PDT 2018

Litecoin approached LitePay regarding transparency issues. Soon after, the payments company shut down.

I interviewed Gretchen Rubin about happiness and work

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Wed Mar 21 09:30:44 PDT 2018

On this week’s episode of the Ask a Manager podcast, I talked with happiness expert Gretchen Rubin about happiness and work. Gretchen is a leading expert on the connections between habits, happiness, and human nature, and is author of multiple bestselling books, including The Happiness Project and, most recently, The Four Tendencies. We talked about […]

I interviewed Gretchen Rubin about happiness and work was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

#FailSeason: Why You Don’t Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

by Antoinette Vitale @ CenterState Bank

Wed Jan 03 08:46:44 PST 2018

Why you don’t keep your new year’s resolutions (1 of 2) There are two ways of looking at the beginning of a new year.  No matter how heavy, hard, and tiring the previous year was, you have the chance to turn that little leaf over and hope it’s greener. #FailSeason Next week, we’re going to […]

Paychex Named One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute for the 10th Time

by Becky Cania @ Paychex Newsroom

Mon Feb 19 08:32:08 PST 2018

For the 10th year in a row, Paychex has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the 2018 World’s Most Ethical Companies.

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How Do I Unattach a Previously Attached Document In QuickBooks Attached Documents?

by Chief Mechanic @ QBGarage.com

Wed Feb 16 15:28:06 PST 2011

From time to time, you may find that you’ve attached a document to the wrong list item or transaction when using QuickBooks Attached Documents. It’s easy to unattach a previously attached document in QuickBooks Attached Documents once you consider some Attached Documents basics: Unless you want to remove a document from online storage, you can […]

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our employee is taking nude photos in our office and posting them to Facebook

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Wed Mar 14 07:59:09 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I am the office manager of a small (two additional employees, two doctors, and one therapist) health practice. One employee, who I will call Jane, has worked there for over 10 years and handles billing, front desk, and bookkeeping. Jane is recently divorced and seems to be going through a mid-life crisis […]

our employee is taking nude photos in our office and posting them to Facebook was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

is “secretary” a demeaning title?

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Tue Mar 13 07:59:15 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I work in the tree care industry at a company where the hierarchy is the owner and manager (“Will”), his assistant on the field providing estimates, then me, the owner’s secretary, then the tree workers (who have their own hierarchy). I work in the office by myself taking calls from clients for […]

is “secretary” a demeaning title? was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Paychex Acquires Lessor Group

by Laura Saxby Lynch @ Paychex Newsroom

Thu Mar 01 06:00:04 PST 2018

Paychex announced the acquisition of Lessor Group (Lessor), a Denmark-based provider of payroll and human capital management (HCM) software solutions.

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what can I say to job candidates who are stalking me outside of work?

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Mon Mar 12 10:59:18 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I work for a company known for its unbelievable perks and benefits. Every time a job opens up, we get thousands of applications. Candidates are becoming increasingly aggressive to stand out. Hundreds of them (literally) have purchased Facebook ads or LinkedIn promoted posts to get their information in front of current employees. […]

what can I say to job candidates who are stalking me outside of work? was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Direct Deposit snafu

by DustinB3403 @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 10:46:20 PDT 2016

Direct Deposit Snafu, sounds like your employer didn't pay their payroll taxes, or the account simply didn't have enough money. 

Paychex Wins Stevie® Award for Customer Service

by Tracy Volkmann @ Paychex Newsroom

Tue Mar 20 08:00:17 PDT 2018

For the second consecutive year, the American Business Awards (ABA) has honored Paychex with a bronze medal for Customer Service Department of the Year.

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Maria Ilina Joins Time & Pay’s Sales Staff

by Steve Scheu @ Time and Pay

Tue Jan 23 12:28:05 PST 2018

Maria Ilina Joins Time & Pay’s Sales Staff Time & Pay is pleased to announce Maria Ilina has joined our sales department. Maria studied economics and finance at ETSU, and graduated with an MBA in 2008. She has since worked in financial services, and served as the head coach of the men’s and women’s tennis teams […]

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QuickBooks 2012 Coming By September 26th

by Chief Mechanic @ QBGarage.com

Wed Sep 14 14:42:38 PDT 2011

Intuit has announced that QuickBooks 2012 and Enterprise Solutions 12.0 will ship on September 26, 2011. That’s about 1 week later than last year, but it still gives users plenty of time to get the new version up and running before the end of year. We’ve already downloaded the software and have begun to prepare […]

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Direct Deposit snafu

by GrayRabbit @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 10:39:11 PDT 2016

Does anyone elses' company use Wells-Fargo for payroll?

Mine does and it seems like we have an inordinate amount of problems compared to other places I've worked. Invariably a few times a year, the direct deposits won't go through and they'll scramble to issue paper checks.

It happened again last week. Supposed to get paid on the 31st (which often means it'll show up on the 30th). Nothing. April 1st they're scrambling to send out paper checks to everyone. So I get mine, cash it, as does everyone else.

Sometime in the wee hours of April 2nd, I get the notification e-mail that my direct deposit is to clear by the 4th. Sure enough, it did. Unfortunately for everyone, the office wants the checks returned to them. A little late for that! To top it off, many of the checks issued bounced. Mine didn't fortunately, but others at my location...

Direct Deposit snafu

by Rockn @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 11:20:58 PDT 2016

The reason why we do all payroll in-house. No 3rd party payroll processors.

QuickBooks 2013 Coming On September 24th

by Chief Mechanic @ QBGarage.com

Tue Sep 11 22:12:40 PDT 2012

Intuit will release QuickBooks 2013 and Enterprise Solutions 13.0 on or about September 24th.  Downloads from Intuit’s site will be available immediately upon release.  Physical product should reach stores by sometime in October. The biggest thing users will notice about QuickBooks 2013 is the new design, or graphical user interface (GUI) in tech-speak.  The design […]

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What Is an FEIN?

by Mike Kappel @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Mon Feb 26 05:10:00 PST 2018

When you run a business, you must meet many IRS requirements. You might need an FEIN to identify your business on documents like payroll tax forms. What does FEIN mean? What is an FEIN? FEIN is an acronym for Federal Employer Identification Number, also known as an EIN. This unique, nine-digit number is used by […]

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what to say when your boss is rude to a coworker in front of you

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Wed Mar 21 07:59:25 PDT 2018

A reader writes: What can/should I do when my boss is rude to another coworker? We’re a small, very early-stage start-up with no HR person. The coworker and I are both young, female, and new. My boss often puts her down (“God, you’re inattentive” or “if you can’t even do this task you should be […]

what to say when your boss is rude to a coworker in front of you was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Direct Deposit snafu

by Josh of RTS @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 14:42:59 PDT 2016

We use Ceridian here and never seen an issue and they are dealing with 17k employees for my employer. Though I'm not a fan of their W-2 retrieval tool and their payroll site is a little outdated looking but they are effective.

What Are the Changes To QuickBooks Attached Documents For 2012?

by Chief Mechanic @ QBGarage.com

Wed Sep 21 09:01:45 PDT 2011

Coinciding with the release of QuickBooks 2012, Intuit is making a variety of changes to QuickBooks Attached Documents, a cloud-based document storage system that has been available as an extra-cost add-on for users of QuickBooks 2010 and QuickBooks 2011. For QuickBooks 2010, Intuit’s document storage feature was called QuickBooks Document Management, and the changes impact […]

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OSHA 300 Needs to be Posted by Feb 1

by Steve Scheu @ Time and Pay

Fri Jan 19 10:30:57 PST 2018

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates that all employers with more than 10 employees—except those in exempt low-risk industries—must maintain a record of work-related injuries and illnesses. Those who are required to maintain these records use OSHA’s Form 300- Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses,  or an equivalent or state-specific form. A summary […]

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What does a bookkeeper do? The ins and outs.

by Park City Bookkeepers @ Park City Bookkeepers®

Fri Jan 12 02:30:22 PST 2018

Bookkeepers play a crucial role in the financial affairs of any business and their activities vary based on the size of an organization. As a business owner, perhaps you require assistance with your books and are wondering whether you need a bookkeeper. Before you decide, you may want to know what does a bookkeeper do? […]

Women’s History Month: The History and How to Get Involved

by Antoinette Vitale @ CenterState Bank

Thu Feb 22 11:55:49 PST 2018

The United States celebrates Women’s History Month the entire month of March. Now, more than ever, women are recognized for their achievements throughout time. This month-long celebration highlights women’s contributions to society and history. This is a holiday for women- an opportunity to empower them in any setting and call them to action. “Women and […]

QuickBooks Keyboard Shortcuts

by Chief Mechanic @ QBGarage.com

Sun Mar 13 09:15:24 PDT 2011

QuickBooks includes a variety of keyboard shortcuts to make your use of the program easier and faster. We’ve compiled them into a single sortable and searchable list, shown below. All of these shortcuts are based on QuickBooks for Windows. Here are a few pointers on making the best use of keyboard shortcuts: Our list is […]

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can I be paid in comp time instead of overtime pay?

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Mon Mar 26 10:59:42 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I work for a chapter of a national nonprofit organization managing several fundraising events. I am becoming increasingly frustrated with the way our organization handles overtime during our busy event season, and am wondering if it’s completely legal. At the end of 2016 with the pending overtime law, the organization decided to […]

can I be paid in comp time instead of overtime pay? was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

I’m afraid to show any weakness at work

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Tue Mar 27 09:30:36 PDT 2018

A reader writes: I’m a director at my company, responsible for four staff members and my own department. I have been in this director role for about 16 months, and prior to this I was an assistant director responsible for two people … but I had someone above me who shaped the department and basically […]

I’m afraid to show any weakness at work was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

my ex won’t leave our company after our break-up, I cried in front of my boss, and more

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Tue Mar 13 21:03:06 PDT 2018

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. I got my partner a job at my company, we broke up, and she won’t leave My partner of eight years and I just split up. We are not legally married. We are both female. Recently, I helped her get a job at my longtime […]

my ex won’t leave our company after our break-up, I cried in front of my boss, and more was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

open thread – March 23-24, 2018

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Fri Mar 23 08:00:39 PDT 2018

It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything work-related that you want to talk about. If you want an answer from me, emailing me is still your best bet*, but this is a chance to talk to other readers. * If you submitted […]

open thread – March 23-24, 2018 was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

my beloved boss was fired, is curly hair unprofessional, and more

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Wed Mar 14 21:03:11 PDT 2018

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My beloved boss was fired My company has been going through a long, drawn-out restructuring that has been very painful and anxiety-provoking. For example, we were told in December that the department I work for was going to be restructured, and are finally scheduled to […]

my beloved boss was fired, is curly hair unprofessional, and more was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Direct Deposit snafu

by DustinB3403 @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 12:35:21 PDT 2016

Yeah, everywhere I have been employed at has used ADP, and working in IT, the only issues I've had seen with "them" wasn't in their control. 

Dead time clock, no internet or some other issue out of their control. ADP has been wonderful IMO. 

coworkers talk about childbirth over lunch, employee is abusing candidate referrals, and more

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Mon Mar 12 21:03:20 PDT 2018

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My coworkers love talking about childbirth during lunch and it’s grossing me out My coworkers enjoy talking about childbirth at lunch. It seems like I can’t even eat my lunch without someone discussing a torn perineum. I’ve tried making jokes like “ha ha, I just […]

coworkers talk about childbirth over lunch, employee is abusing candidate referrals, and more was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Monthly Recurring Revenue Explained 

by Park City Bookkeepers @ Park City Bookkeepers®

Tue Mar 27 10:19:43 PDT 2018

Monthly Recurring Revenue, or MRR, is a monthly amount of revenue secured by a business on an ongoing basis. It is one of the main metrics for a subscription-based business model, where customers pay fees every month, in exchange for services or products.    Recurring revenue is preferred because it scales over time. As a business increases its customer base, […]

Direct Deposit snafu

by joebob @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 10:43:16 PDT 2016

We use a local bank. They have about 10 total locations, but all are within like 80 miles of their central office, located in our town. Never had an issue.

How to Find Right Bookkeeping Help

by Park City Bookkeepers @ Park City Bookkeepers®

Fri Feb 23 05:30:50 PST 2018

All businesses require some form of bookkeeping help across various scenarios. There are also quite a few options available to them, ranging from hiring a full-time bookkeeping staff (or team) to hiring a freelance bookkeeping firm or even hiring a virtual bookkeeper. Each option has unique advantages, and the decision depends on the scale and […]

my old boss still assigns me work, coworker doesn’t wash her hands when leaving the bathroom, and more

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Thu Mar 15 21:03:29 PDT 2018

It’s four answers to four questions. Here we go… 1. My old boss is still assigning me work Recently I came back from FMLA leave to discover that my boss had been (willingly??) demoted and quickly replaced with an outside hire. It turns out I rather like the new boss. I am the lead assistant […]

my old boss still assigns me work, coworker doesn’t wash her hands when leaving the bathroom, and more was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Direct Deposit snafu

by Romo @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 11:06:45 PDT 2016

Lots of steps involved. There are deadlines/cutoff times. Hopefully your HR dept approved and sent the file to WF in time. But you're saying that WF missed this for all of their customers. Maybe their system went down. Maybe they missed the cutoff with the Federal Reserve. Might be time to start looking for a new payroll vendor. Not sure if ADP or Ceridian are partners here, but they'd be my go-to alternatives. 

knowledge swap! share your expertise with people here

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Thu Mar 22 07:59:59 PDT 2018

Are you good at something and willing to share that expertise with others here? Here’s what I propose for a change of pace: 1. In the comment section below, name something you’re really good at that you’d be willing to answer questions about. It could be Excel, or financial planning, or make-up recommendations, or resolving […]

knowledge swap! share your expertise with people here was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.

Direct Deposit snafu

by Brandon Svec @ Spiceworks Community

Mon Apr 04 10:56:54 PDT 2016

Hard to know for sure, but it does seem like maybe the company didn't move funds on time or missed a deadline and that delayed the deposits. On the other hand, I don't suppose WF is so perfect to never have an issue on their end.

Do I need QuickBooks? What You Should Know Before You Purchase

by Park City Bookkeepers @ Park City Bookkeepers®

Fri Jan 05 04:42:17 PST 2018

As a small or medium-scale business, when your transaction volume grows, you may feel the need to invest in an accounting software, one of the most popular options is QuickBooks. However, QuickBooks comes with a lot of features that you may not need, and there are other less expensive options you might want to consider if this is the case. If […]

Clean Up Accounting Books: Where to Get Started

by Park City Bookkeepers @ Park City Bookkeepers®

Fri Dec 29 01:15:10 PST 2017

To maintain records regularly and efficiently, every business needs to have a proper accounting system in place. However, most business owners are typically not trained in accounting, and small businesses do not generally keep dedicated full-time bookkeepers. As a result, costly mistakes may ensue, which can leave accounting records a mess – i.e., generated reports […]

Consult This Employee Termination Checklist to Keep Things Running Smoothly

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Wed Mar 07 05:10:00 PST 2018

Employees leave companies every day to pursue growth opportunities, accommodate personal lives, or experience change. As an employer, you hope employees won’t leave your business, but you know this is wishful thinking. When an employee resigns, you need to know what to do. The average annual overall turnover rate is 19%, according to SHRM. If […]

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my boss told me to quit or be fired

by Ask a Manager @ Ask a Manager

Thu Mar 15 09:30:51 PDT 2018

A reader writes: For the last six months, I’ve essentially been on “probation” with my supervisor, determining if this manager role is a good fit for me. His conclusion is that I do not possess the skills necessary for this role. Instead of terminating my employment, they offered me another position – a demotion to […]

my boss told me to quit or be fired was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager.