In layman’s terms, the question is often “Do I W-2 this person or 1099 them?” We have to ask, is the individual performing work on behalf of a company, an independent contractor, or an employee? It’s an age old discussion we, as many HR professionals and accounting/bookkeeping personnel have had with employers over the years. The real question to the government is, “Do I get my payroll taxes upfront, or can I trust this ‘independent contractor’ to pay his income taxes?” Again, this is perhaps oversimplified, but it is indeed the essence of the issue.
3 Keys to Unlock Effective Management in 2026
The management gurus who focus on management skills say that nearly 80% of the problems in organizations are the fault of the manager. Being effective as a manager is critical. Executive Advantage would like to share the following three issues with you today to make sure you’re working effectively as a manager in leading your employees: Three Simple Power…
Positioning Yourself for Success After Layoff
By Jonathan W.12/23/2025 You believed your spot in the company made a difference, and you worked hard to prove it. Then, out of nowhere, you’re laid off. You may have saw it coming, or not. That shock hits hard. Now, you’re asking yourself, What’s next? Is this a setback or a fresh start? As with most things,…
Self-Assessment and Measurement: Understanding Yourself and Others
Here at Executive Advantage, we have many products that are utilized every day by our clients to ease the pain of HR. Many of these products fill immediate, and often urgent, needs simply due to the sometimes volatile and unpredictable nature of managing employees. Of course, that’s good news! It is our honor to assist…
Is docking pay for snow-day absences an option?
Some of us LOVE four seasons – you need to if you live in the Mid-West, if you want to “live happy”. (And lately, it feels more like the frozen arctic to some of us!) However, managing staffing during inclement weather, honestly, can be not so fun AND there are some legalities to be aware…