Workforce Wise™
23 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsThe Workforce Wise™ Podcast from Equifax Workforce Solutions helps employers save time, reduce risk and increase profits. Our experts and industry leaders reveal insightful human capital solutions for HR, payroll, tax and compliance needs. Listen now and get empowered to deliver immediate value to your organization. Learn more and listen to other episodes at workforce.equifax.com
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Simplify Your Separation Paperwork
July 12, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 22.8 MBListen to our podcast, Simplify Your Separation Paperwork, to learn more about how the right technology can help your organization better manage your HR offboarding forms. HR professionals know all too well the mountain of paperwork that comes along with hiring a new employee. But often the offboarding process doesn’t receive the same attention and support. Did you know that several states require separation notices that must be sent to termed employees? Improper management of those...
What’s an API and Why Should HR Want One?
March 08, 2022 21:45 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBDuring our podcast, our guest, Maria Hayes, Vice President of Digital Strategy at Equifax Workforce Solutions, shares insights about APIs (Application Programming Interface). Topics include: -Understanding what APIs are and why HR should care -How HR can think about API technology for existing processes -De-mystifying the technology needs for an API integration Maria gives examples of APIs you use every day and explains how valuable they can be to HR teams from companies of all ...
The HR Outlook for Vaccine Mandates - Information for Employers
November 09, 2021 20:28 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBDuring our podcast, our speaker Henry Perlowski, a Partner with Arnall Golden Gregory LLP, discusses the current state of the OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS), litigation around it, and what he thinks might be happening in the next few months. Topics include: Deciding if certain segments of your employees need to be vaccinated vs. eligible for testing requirements How state mandates come into play How communication with your employees can be a key to your success Th...
The HR Outlook for Vaccine Mandates - Who & How
November 05, 2021 19:16 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBDuring our podcast, our subject matter experts recapped the recent OSHA vaccine mandate that affects every employer with more than 100 employees. Advice was discussed around the following topics: Whether litigation of the mandate should delay you from establishing your process If you need to prepare for boosters shots being part of the mandate in the future If attestations are acceptable, and if so what are the requirements How to handle job applicants who may be applying for ...
The HR Outlook for Vaccine Mandates - ACA
November 02, 2021 20:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MBDuring this podcast, Christy Abend, Director of Product Strategy for the Affordable Care Act Management service at Equifax will discuss some key points for employers to better understand how vaccine mandates and potential surcharges could potentially affect the affordability of their healthcare plan. If you are considering a premium surcharge for unvaccinated employees similar to a tobacco surcharge, you run the risk of rendering your plan “unaffordable” according to the ACA st...
The HR Outlook for Vaccine Mandates - Unemployment
November 01, 2021 17:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBThis podcast is part of a series around vaccine mandates and how they may impact many of your HR processes. In this episode, we discuss how vaccine mandates could potentially impact your unemployment costs. If your employees quit or are terminated due to a vaccination requirement and file for unemployment benefits, will the state actually award the benefits? Is there a difference between quitting before the mandate goes into effect vs. being let go for not complying? Hear what ...
E-Verify and I-9 News: Straight from the Top, Part 2
August 04, 2021 16:35 - 27 minutes - 22 MBDuring our podcast, our guest, Tammy Meckley, the Associate Director, US Citizenship and Immigration Services, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate with the Department of Homeland Security shares about the benefits of the E-Verify program and where the program is headed in the future. She covers how the program has grown and the impressive employment authorization rates employers are getting when using the system. Plus she covers tips for employees to use tools fro...
E-Verify and I-9 News: Straight from the Top, Part 1
June 02, 2021 18:06 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBDuring our podcast, our guest, Tammy Meckley, the Associate Director, US Citizenship and Immigration Services, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate with the Department of Homeland Security shares about the benefits of the E-Verify program and where the program is headed in the future. She covers how the program has grown and the impressive employment authorization rates employers are getting when using the system. Plus she covers tips for employees to use tools fro...
Why Should I Worry About Unemployment Hearings?
April 16, 2021 16:48 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBDuring our podcast: Listen as our unemployment subject matter experts offer tips to help make the hearings process easier and practical steps you can take to help maximize your chance of winning.
E-Verify Do's and Don'ts
March 12, 2021 18:15 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBHear about the E-Verify program and get tips on the do's and don'ts to make E-Verify easier and help protect your organization.
Tips for a Successful Internal I-9 Audit
September 18, 2020 14:18 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBFind other episodes of the Workforce Wise Podcast on the insights page at workforce.equifax.com. You can also download our free I-9 Audit Survival Guide with tips to help get your I-9s in order, and keep them that way. And don't forget to check out the I-9 Audit and Remediation service, from Equifax Workforce Solutions, to learn how we can help you gain confidence in your I-9s with our automated audit.
Unemployment Changes and the Impact to your SUI Tax Rate
June 30, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBWhat You Need to Know About Unemployment Changes and SUI Tax Rate Increases With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic crisis, it can be difficult to know what to expect in terms of rising unemployment claims and SUI tax rates. Listen as our unemployment and tax specialists chat about the recent unemployment changes and what employers can expect from SUI tax rate increases. Join our webinar to learn even more! New Unemployment Claim and SUI Tax Updates: What Employ...
Form I-9 Tips to Help You Re-Open Your Worksite
June 12, 2020 15:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBCheck out our eBook: Getting Employees Onboard with Off-Site I-9s. UPDATE - DHS has extended some of the temporary flexibility for Form I-9 completion since our podcast episode was recorded. You can get the latest on expiration dates in our blog post, DHS Announces Adjustments for Form I-9 and E-Verify Processes. And listen to the podcast for tips on navigating virtual verifications and considerations for your organization as worksites reopen and/or the timeframe for virtual verif...
Unlock Your Disaster Credit the Easy Way
March 09, 2020 19:00 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBOur experts Jason Fry, Maureen Hourihan and Scott Shipmann discuss the impact of disaster tax credits on your business. They also highlight real use cases and explain how easy it can be for an organization to capture these credits.
How to Make E-Verify Even Easier
December 17, 2019 20:30 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBHear about the E-Verify program and how it can help protect your organization and your employees. Learn when and how you should be using E-Verify and get tips to help make E-Verify even easier.
Why Unemployment Benefit Charge Checking Shouldn’t be Overlooked
December 05, 2019 21:00 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBUnfortunately, state unemployment divisions do make errors from time to time and charge employers incorrectly for unemployment benefits. For many employers, these overpayments can have significant financial consequences. But how do you know when some unemployment benefit charges are valid and others are not? Listen now to hear from our unemployment experts as they break down the tricky uncovering of overpayments.
I-9 Anywhere for I-9s that are Right, on Time, and in Person
November 05, 2019 14:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBLearn more about the I-9 Anywhere service to help your organization get a better handle on I-9s. With a nationwide network of trained completers you can help ease the burden on your hiring managers and create a better experience for new hires.
Six Steps of an I-9 ICE Audit
October 29, 2019 23:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBI-9 ICE audits are on the rise. Learn what employers can expect if they're ever involved in an ICE audit. Listen to understand the who, what, when, and how of I-9 ICE audits and hear tips you can use to help get your organization prepared.
The Truth about WOTC Forecasting
October 18, 2019 12:30 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBHR departments are increasingly being measured on the amount of WOTC credit they facilitate throughout the year. But how do you know if your organization is close to maximizing its full WOTC potential? Listen in for helpful tips on how to better track and claim the maximum amount allowed. You’ll hear from the experts with over 20-years of experience on why forecasting WOTC is so critical.
I-9 Anywhere for a Better Employee Experience
October 18, 2019 08:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBCompanies have 3 business days from the first day of work for pay to complete Section 2 of Form I-9. That can be a real challenge for new hires, hiring managers, and HR. The I-9 Anywhere service from Equifax gives employers the opportunity to access a network of trained completers for a better experience. From remote workers to mass hiring events, we help you explore all the customer benefits.
How to Capture 100% WOTC Screening
October 18, 2019 07:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBGetting to 100% WOTC screening can pay off big, but can also be overwhelming to think about to get there. Listen in as we break down common concerns and insightful tips and tools to help make 100% screening a reality in your organization. We’ll highlight how the Work Opportunity Tax Credit not only helps your community, but also provides a dollar-for-dollar reduction on your income tax.
I-9 Retention Requirements: Why Purge Records?
October 18, 2019 06:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBEmployers must calculate when to purge each individual employee’s Form I-9. It can be a daunting task when you consider the number of employees, their locations and how often they may come and go. We help break down how to do this easier and with more accuracy, so you help reduce your risk.
I-9 Reverification: How to Help Stay Compliant
October 18, 2019 05:00 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBSee how I-9 Management from Equifax Workforce Solutions can help you manage every I-9 at every stage with an end-to-end solution to save time and to help get your I-9s right from the start. The information provided herein is intended as general guidance and is not intended to convey any tax or legal advice. For tax or legal information pertaining to your company and its specific facts and needs, please consult your own tax advisor or legal counsel. This podcast is intended for the...