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Small businesses hope to see Obama-backed rules scrapped

Small businesses are hoping to see some high-profile Obama administration regulations scrapped after Donald Trump takes office, with rules affecting overtime, sick leave and the environment among those that may be taken off the books.

Whither the Overtime Expansion Rule?

Last spring, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced the details of a final rule under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishing new salary thresholds for millions of traditionally exempt white-collar employees. Many lower- and even mid-level managers and professional and administrative staff, who worked for years at annual salaries sometimes just above the threshold of $23,660, were not eligible for time and a half when they worked overtime.

4 Ways to Zero in on Your Unique Company Culture

Potential employees are looking for great company cultures – so much so that many candidates are accepting or refusing offers based on how a company's culture is portrayed through various channels.

Wonderlic 101: What It Is and How to Beat It

If you are reading this article, then you have probably been informed by a hiring manager at your dream job that you will be required to take, and pass, a Wonderlic test to progress through the interview process.

The 5 Worst Types of Resumes

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