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ProService Hawaii Acquires Makai HR

May 24, 2023, Honolulu – ProService Hawaii, experts in bundled HR solutions, today announced that …

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Avoid These Common Payroll Mistakes

It’s important for small businesses to avoid payroll mistakes to prevent audits and fines.

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What are the Advantages of Cloud Based HR Systems?

Cloud-based HR systems offer several advantages over on-premises HR systems that can help improve HR processes and achieve better business outcomes.

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Employer Benefits of Ongoing Professional Development and Training

Investing in ongoing professional development and training is an important part of building a thriving business. Here are six key employer benefits.

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FLSA, Wage and Hour Laws: Hourly Vs Salary

If you are a small business owner trying to understand the federal and State of Hawaii rules for hourly and salaried workers, Makai HR is here to help.

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The Differences Between Working with a CPA and a PEO for Payroll Needs

As more employees are hired, payroll management can become time-consuming and complicated. Here are the Differences Between Working with a CPA and a PEO for Payroll Needs.

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Celebrate National Pet Day with Makai HR’s Pets!

We’re celebrating National Pet Day! Makai HR is a remote-first workplace that allows people to spend time with their pets while working from home.

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How to Handle Employee Health Benefits for Medicare-Eligible Employees

Employers may wonder if they can offer a less expensive health plan for senior employees. Here’s how to handle employee health benefits for Medicare-eligible employees.

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Workers’ Compensation FAQs

Workers’ compensation is a state-mandated program that protects injured workers. Here are worker’s compensation FAQs for Hawaii employers.

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5 Tips for Hiring a Great Team

Great teams get things done better and more efficiently. Here are 5 tips for hiring a great team.

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How to Terminate an Employee for Poor Performance

How to terminate an employee for poor performance the right way.

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What is Pay Equity and Why is it Important?

Both employees and employers benefit in many ways when pay equity is prioritized.

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7 Tips for Running a Successful Job Interview

The interview is a big part of hiring the best possible candidate for the job. Here are 7 Tips for Running a Successful Job Interview.

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Love is in the Air! HR Rules for Helping Workers Navigate Office Romances

52% of employees have engaged in a romantic relationship with a colleague. Here are 4 HR rules for navigating office romances.

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Why are Hawaii and Federal Labor Law Posters Important?

All “covered” businesses must purchase and hang all mandatory Hawaii and federal labor law posters. Makai HR is here to help!

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How to Attract Employees in 2023

The pandemic changed the way workers see their relationship with work. If you’re looking to attract top talent this year, it’s important to use strategies that meet workers where they are at.

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Why Companies are Moving Away from College Degree Hiring Requirements in 2023

2023 will mark a noticeable shift away from a 40-year trend of degree requirements for career positions.

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HR Trends 2023

It’s the start of a new year and we are excited to share HR trends for 2023. This year is all about a focus on employees.

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Top New Year HR Tasks to Start the Year off Right

Small businesses benefit from setting clear goals for the year. Here are our top New Year HR tasks to start the year off right.

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How to Prepare for Changes to Retirement Plans In New Federal & State Legislation

Changes are coming to federal and state retirement programs this year. Here’s what small business owners need to know.

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Top 3 Makai HR Blog Posts of 2022

As a PEO that offers outsourced HR services to small businesses in Hawaii, we cover a variety of helpful HR topics in our weekly blog posts. Here’s our Top 3 HR Blog Posts for 2022.

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Top 10 Reasons Good Employees Quit

Every business wants to keep their best workers around. Here are the Top 10 Reasons Good Employees Quit.

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How HR Can Help Make a Successful Company Holiday Party

Holiday parties are a great way to show appreciation for your workers. Here’s how HR can help make yours a success.

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What to do When Employees Quit

When employees quit, businesses or HR managers should take certain steps to make the transition as smooth as possible.

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Employers Planning on Record High Salary Increases in 2023

Employers are planning on record high salary increases in 2023 in order to attract and retain the workers they need to succeed.

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Why Annual Performance Reviews are a Thing of the Past

Annual performance reviews were standard practice for decades but today many employers are choosing more frequent feedback. Here’s why.

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How to Calculate your Employee Absence Rate

When unplanned absences become chronic, they pose a serious risk to businesses. Get to the root cause by calculating your employee absence rate.

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Small Business Tips to Prepare for Year End

If you’re a small business owner, now is the time to start thinking about how to prepare for year end.

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Standard HR Reports Every Small Business Needs

Analyzing HR reports is an important part of running a successful business.

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5 Ways to Invest in Employee Mental Health

Employers should view investing in employee mental health as a strategic investment.

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Why HR Training is Important for Small Businesses

HR training and development programs are a key HR service. Here’s why HR training is important for small businesses.

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How To Get Employees Excited about Benefits

Benefits open enrollment season is here! Here’s How To Get Employees Excited about Benefits.

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How to Prepare for Benefits Open Enrollment Season

Benefits open enrollment season is right around the corner. Here’s how to prepare.

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What is Quiet Quitting and How Can HR Address It?

Quiet quitting is the latest buzzword in workplace trends. HR can address quiet quitting by taking several proactive steps.

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Why is Accuracy so Important When Doing a Payroll?

In honor of National Payroll Week, we are talking about why is accuracy so important when doing a payroll?

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Why is Workers’ Compensation Insurance Important?

Every business in Hawaii with employees is legally required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Why is Workers’ Compensation Insurance Important?

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2022 NPS Survey Results Show Why So Many Hawaii Businesses Trust Makai HR for Human Resources Support 

2022 NPS Survey Results Show Why So Many Hawaii Businesses Trust Makai HR for Human Resources Support 

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Payroll Solutions: Benefits of Direct Deposit and Paycards over Paper Checks

PEOs offer many solutions that improve worker experiences, including convenient payroll solutions like paycards and direct deposit.

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Top 5 Safety Needs for Construction Company Success

In the construction industry, businesses need to take extra care to ensure the safety of their workers in order to avoid unnecessary workplace injuries and worker’s compensation claims.

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What is Employee Turnover and How to Calculate Employee Turnover Rate

Employee turnover is expensive and disruptive but a PEO can help. Here’s how to calculate your employee turnover rate.

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Hawaii’s New Minimum Wage Law Goes into Effect October 1, 2022

Hawaii’s New Minimum Wage Law Goes into Effect October 1, 2022 with the first increase to $12.00.

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How Payroll with Makai HR Can Help Employee Engagement

When workers have good experiences with their employer, they have better employee engagement; leading to higher retention rates and increased productivity.

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The True Cost of Employee Turnover

High employee turnover affects businesses negatively in lost money but also in decreased morale and productivity.

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Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) Now Available with Makai HR!

We have great news for all Makai HR clients! The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is now available!

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How Strong Employee Connection Improves Employee Engagement

In workplaces with strong employee connections, employees have greater wellbeing and happiness, lower stress, and higher employee engagement.

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Organizational Structure of a Construction Company

Many construction companies use functional design for creating their organizational charts.

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Why Your Small Restaurant Needs HR

Having HR in a restaurant can contribute to a healthy work environment and support effective hiring that leads to higher employee retention.

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How to Retain Employees in 2022

We are looking at a “great reshuffling” with workers moving from business to business in search of better jobs, even after they’ve been recently hired.

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How to Create an Employee Talent Pipeline

A talent pipeline can be used by businesses in all industries to build a pool of qualified candidates.

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10 Ways to Increase Warehouse Efficiency & Productivity through HR Strategies

Increasing warehouse efficiency and productivity are an important part of managing a warehouse.

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