APlus Payroll

06/17/2025

So you're onboarding a new team member, all the pleasantries are going well, break room found, fridge etiquette explained, then it comes down to the paperwork.
You press their shiny new employee handbook into their hands and ask them to sign it.....but they politely refuse...😲

Now what?

Read on

Refusal to sign a handbook doesn’t make policies unenforceable; however, proper documentation of the refusal strengthens the employer’s

06/11/2025

What are the 5 most common Payroll mistakes?

If these are holding you back every month, we'd politely like to suggest our services 😃

https://hubs.ly/Q03rGFMq0…ow-to-avoid-them/

From missing tax deadlines to overlooking benefit deductions, here are five of the most common payroll blunders that can cost businesses big.

06/04/2025

Knowing your rights within the workplace can really make a difference to both you and your colleagues.
Here's our latest blog highlighting some basic rights that, under Federal law, every employee has.

No you cannot. In fact the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) gives non-supervisory employees the right to speak up about these things...

05/29/2025

Recent changes to the I-9 laws have introduced new procedures, tighter timelines, and increased scrutiny for employers across the country. Here’s what you need to know to stay ahead and keep your business compliant.

Recent changes to the I-9 laws have introduced new procedures, tighter timelines, and increased scrutiny for employers across the country

05/21/2025

Wondering if our HR module can truly make a difference?

From improving the onboarding experience of your new team members to trends in productivity in specific departments, you may be suprised what a difference it might make.

Read our latest blog: https://hubs.ly/Q03nBjb80

Yes, especially for Companies with more than 50 employees, the HR module can make a massive difference. From employee onboarding to

05/05/2025

Mandatory retirement can create a slippery slope into discriminatory practices. Age isn’t a skill or performance metric, so why treat it like one?

Read our latest HR Q&A blog on whether you can or cannot mandate a work retirement age.

No you cannot have a mandatory retirement age. Just hearing the phrase can make HR folks break into a cold sweat. On the one hand...

05/01/2025

We often get the question, "Can a payroll company really help a small company like mine?"

It does seem simple. Write a check. keep track of taxes, settle at year-end. What could go wrong? Actually, plenty. Even before you cut a single check.

One word. 'Compliance'.

04/15/2025

Employee files contain sensitive information—from personal data to performance evaluations—that organizations have a responsibility to safeguard.

Proper management of these records is essential to protect privacy, maintain trust, and ensure compliance. But who within a company should have access to these files? Read more:

Employee files contain sensitive information—from personal data to performance evaluations—that organizations have a responsibility to

04/09/2025

What does bad service look like to you?

I think we're all tired of the bots and 'voicemail jails' that so many Companies put in the way of actually speaking to a real person.

Then after you finally crack the code you have to play 50 first dates and explain again who you are?

Yep, that's among the biggest complaints we hear about Payroll Companies

Don't you deserve better? Read More:

The biggest frustration we hear from businesses is all revolve around communication with their provider. While large providers might promise..

04/08/2025

Our team had a wonderful time supporting Abilities First and their annual Silver Strands Celebration in Springfield, MO. The work this tremendous organization does within the developmentally disabled community is incredibly inspiring and it was an honor to be in attendance. If you'd like to learn more about Abilities First and help support their mission, here is the link to their website. https://hubs.ly/Q03gtP0b0

04/03/2025

Running a small business means juggling a million things at once. Just ask Karen, the owner of Woof Tone Inn and Spa in Dallas, TX. She wears ALL the hats—CEO, accountant, HR, marketing guru, you name it. Most nights, while her doggy guests snoozed peacefully after a day of fun, she’d be at her desk, overwhelmed by looming deadlines.

Karen’s passion has always been to create a home away from home for pets and their owners. But between managing staff schedules, orders, and the endless maze of payroll filings, she started to wonder if her dream was slipping away.

Then she found APlus, and her life got easier.

Now Karen has less sleepless nights and more time to plan. The best part? A dedicated Customer Support Specialist who knows her business and truly cares about its success.

APlus isn’t just about numbers; it’s about empowering business owners like Karen to focus on what they love most.

Are you ready to reclaim your time and take the stress out of running your business? Schedule a chat and find out how we may we serve you. https://hubs.ly/Q03fR3Lh0

It’s a typical Wednesday night, and the lights are still on at Woof Tone Inn and Spa in Dallas, TX. While the doggy guests have finally...

04/02/2025

"Ever Been the Office Therapist?"

One thing about working in HR? You will become the go-to person for vent sessions. We've all had employees drop by just to unload about overflowing inboxes, tricky team dynamics, or even which snacks or leftovers disappeared from the kitchen or refrigerator (classic).

Here’s what we've learned: Not every vent requires action, but every vent deserves to be heard. Sometimes, all someone needs is a listening ear and a bit of validation. “That sounds like a tough situation,” can go a long way. Other times, what seems like a casual complaint might signal something deeper that needs follow-up, like harassment concerns or burnout.

If you’re in HR, you know the balancing act of empathy and action. What’s your go-to approach when an employee vents? We'd love to hear your thoughts. https://hubs.ly/Q03fF46h0

The short answer? It depends. The more nuanced answer? Not every venting session requires immediate action, but as an HR professional...