Today, I'm thrilled to have Molly as my guest, and we're bringing you behind the scenes of People Principles into the world of unemployment insurance, hiring challenges, and small business benefits. Get ready for some valuable insights!

First up, we reminisce about our days at a startup with an unheated office with mice running across our feet! Clients often send us perplexing emails from payroll providers or HR software. Molly explains that these notifications usually pertain to state unemployment insurance (UI) updates. We have key advice on setting up accounts and understanding unemployment rates in different states for new hires.

Shifting gears, we talk about the importance of having a structured hiring process in today's competitive job market. It's time to move beyond word of mouth and random job postings! Clear job requirements and criteria are crucial to avoid bias and streamline hiring.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[4:10] Unemployment insurance and its impact on businesses

[9:20] State unemployment insurance and its complexities

[15:30] Hiring process and candidate evaluation

[17:45] Hiring plans, benefit negotiation, and insurance changes

[23:55] Benefits and HR for small business owners

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