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Did You Know: Salary Threshold for Overtime Could Double (or Triple!)
Did you know there is a salary threshold for overtime? And, did you know this threshold could more than double in the near future?! Many believe that if they classify someone as exempt or as a salaried worker, then they are not required to pay overtime. However, not only do you need to be concerned…
Read MoreDid You Know: Student Athletes and Business Leadership
Did you know that student athletes display significantly more leadership, self-confidence, and self-respect than those who were active outside of sports? Check out the details in this Fortune article.
Read MoreDid You Know: 50,000 Eligible Hires
Did you know that 50,000 individuals with autism will enter adulthood this year? Find out why they would make a great addition to your workforce. Check out this Inc. article.
Read More5 Benefits of Outsourcing Your Company’s Accounting
Outsourcing your accounting, like many other functions of your business, can prove to be beneficial in many ways. Here are five such benefits of outsourcing your company’s accounting operations. #1 – Time to Focus on Growth Outsourcing your accounting gives you the time to focus on your core competencies. What is your business best at?…
Read MoreGiving Back: March of Dimes Walk 2015
On May 3rd, the Fortiviti team joined over 8,000 walkers in the 2015 Greater Kansas City March for Babies. It was a fun day for the entire family and inspiring to see so many people there to support such a wonderful cause. The mission of the March of Dimes is help moms have full-term pregnancies…
Read MoreDid You Know: SCAM ALERT!
There is a new scam going on regarding utility companies. We recently had this happen with a client. A utility company called and stated that they were with the electric company and because of a past due balance, they would be disconnecting service unless payment was made immediately. If you receive a call like this,…
Read MoreMeet Our Team: What We’re Reading
Every month, the Fortiviti team reads a book together. The subjects usually vary, from business and time management to mystery and suspense. In April, each team member chose their own book. Here’s what made the list: Women’s Murder Club by James Patterson Dragonfly In Amber by Diana Gabaldon Julie & Julia by Julie…
Read MoreDid You Know: The U.S. Ranks #46 out of 189 for the Ease of Starting a Business?
According to World Bank Group, the U.S. ranks #7 out of 189 economies for the “Ease of Doing Business”, but ranks only #46 on the “Ease of Starting a Business”.
Read MoreMother’s Day Spending 2015
Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 10th, and according to the National Retail Federation, Americans are spending more than ever to show their love and appreciation for mom. The average spend this year is expected to be almost $173. Most consumers (80%) will buy a greeting card and more than two-thirds (67.2%) will purchase flowers,…
Read MoreWhat Small Business Means to Me
In honor of Small Business Week, the Fortiviti team shares: “What Small Business Mean To Me”. Small business is passion. Passion for people, passion for a cause. In small business, you make a difference. Small business is the backbone of our country. Everyone is impacted in some way by small businesses. Small business…
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