Interesting people have a special magnetism. They tell incredible stories and lead unusual lives. But what exactly makes them so captivating? They’re curious more than anything else. An interesting person is always excited to explore the world, and this energy radiates outward. Some people are naturally interesting, but there are also ways to learn to… read more
Working for a boss who pushes you to do better, might challenge you to become your best. But, working for a toxic boss could drain your mental strength. Whether you have a boss who calls people names, or there’s a leader at your organization who thrives on embarrassing people who make a mistake, dysfunctional leadership… read more
Life is full of big decisions, and I’ve had to make my fair share. When is the right time to have kids while maintaining a full-time job? Should I switch from print to television? Is transferring my family overseas the right move? Should I buy this car? I’ve made these tough decisions a little easier… read more
Why do some relationships end in marriage while others unravel? It seems like a complicated question — and it is, except maybe not quite as complicated as you might think. According to 2015 research, cited on Science of Relationships, you can help predict the eventual outcome of a relationship by figuring out which of four… read more
Under the FLSA, employees are classified as either non-exempt or exempt from minimum wage and overtime. Non-exempt employees must be paid at least the minimum wage for each hour worked and overtime whenever they work more than 40 hours in a workweek (some states require overtime in additional circumstances). However, there are exemptions from the… read more
by Grant Cardone All highly successful people, all professionals that operate at the top of their fields—the masters—are all consistent. Great salespeople are consistent, great real-estate people are consistent, great investors are consistent, and great athletes are consistent. I asked a golf pro what it would take to fix my golf game and he said all… read more
by Kevin Catlin In my business, the lessons you teach, you learn as you live them…Kevin I have always loved the outdoors. Hiking, camping, rafting, the ocean sports, all of it, I’m in. I see a Bass Pro Shop or REI and can’t help stopping to check things out. One day I did that and… read more
On November 22, 2016, a federal judge granted a request to temporarily block the Department of Labor (DOL) from implementing and enforcing a rule that would have raised the minimum salary required to be classified as exempt from overtime under federal law. Here is an update on the status of the rule and what to… read more
Posted by ADP Below is a summary of compliance requirements that took effect recently or will take effect over the next few months. December 31, 2016: New York increases minimum salary for certain exemptions. Final regulations increase the minimum salary requirement for the administrative and executive exemption based on location. The rates, effective December 31, 2016,… read more
by ADP With harsh winter weather already blanketing much of the country, now is the time to review rules for paying employees when your business is closed. Determining whether or not to pay your employee will depend on their status as an exempt or non-exempt employee, as well as applicable laws. Non-exempt employees are employees who… read more