2014 Rates, Limits and Important Notes
As 2014 quickly approaches, we have compiled a list of the recent federal, state and local tax rates (state & local are specific to Oregon &...
New Upcoming January Workshops
Start 2014 right with our new January workshops: Increasing Employee Engagement through Effective Communication and Legal Update and Forecast for...
Employer Issues in an Age of an Aging Workforce
The following article is written by Paige Spratt, Attorney at Immix Law Group and Lacey Halpern, HR Business Partner at Xenium. As an attorney and...
Podcast: How to Create Effective Wellness Programs that Stick
Benjamin Prinzing, Principal at Kadalyst, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to talk about creating successful and effective...
Take the 2014 Compensation Best Practices Survey
Each year, PayScale invites more than 100,000 human resources professionals and business leaders to participate in the Compensation Best Practices...
Telecommuting and Managing Remote Employees: A Closer Look at the Benefits and Risks
The following information is from an interview with Erin Lang, HR Business Representative at Xenium. Understand the Benefits of Telecommuting As...
Webinar – Leading through Accountability
Join us on Tuesday, December 10th for our complimentary webinar: Leading through Accountability. Learn how to develop a culture of accountability by...
We Value Your Feedback!
As the New Year quickly approaches, we would love for you to take a moment to reflect back on 2013 and provide us with your honest feedback. Please...
Three Reasons You Shouldn't Put Your Candidate Search On Hold During the Holiday Season
How often do you hear people say things like “we sort of shut down during the holidays” or “the holidays are a horrible time to hire”? One of...
2014 Manager Workshop Schedule Released
Xenium's 2014 workshop schedule for managers & supervisors has been released! In addition to our core workshops we have six all-new sessions....
Highlights from Portland Paid Sick Leave Event
We had a full house for our sold out Portland Paid Sick Leave event on November 6th. Amy Angel, Partner at Barran Liebman, gave a thorough overview...
Portland Sick Leave Ordinance – Final Administrative Rules Released
As reported by Barran Liebman, the Final Administrative Rules have been published for the Portland Sick Leave Ordinance, effective January 1, 2014....
Understanding the Psychological Profiles of Your Dream Team
Software Advice recently posted a series of blog posts entitled, ‘Psychological Profiles of the Dream Team.’ Each post highlights one of the four...
Portland Paid Sick Leave – Final Administrative Rules to be Released November 1, 2013
Xenium is partnering with Barran Liebman to host a special event on Portland Paid Sick Leave on Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at 8:30am. Speaker Amy...
Transcript: How to Conduct Exit and Stay Interviews
The following transcript is from an interview between Brandon Laws and Molly Kelley on the podcast episode entitled: “How to Conduct Exit and Stay...
Upcoming November Workshops: Leadership Essentials and HR Basics: Tips & Traps for Supervisors
Workshop: “Leadership Essentials” Date: Thursday, November 14, 2013 Time: 8:30 – 11:30 AM PST Cost: Xenium Client-$0 | Non-client-$100 Location:...
Xenium Places 6th in the Portland Business Journal Healthiest Employers Awards
On Friday, October 11th, Xenium attended the Portland Business Journal 2013 Healthiest Employers of Oregon Awards and received 6th place in the...
Answers to the HR Quiz posted on 10/8 – Testing Your HR Skills
Lacey Halpern, Human Resource Business Partner at Xenium shares answers and insights to the HR Quiz we shared on October 8th. Question 1...
Challenge Your HR Skills with this 10 Question True or False Quiz
Test your HR skills with this 10 question quiz from Winning Associates. The answers will be revealed by Lacey Halpern, HR Business Partner...
Podcast: How to Conduct Exit and Stay Interviews
Molly Kelley, HR Business Partner at Xenium HR, returns to the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss exit and stay interview...
Oregon's Minimum Wage set to Increase in 2014
As reported by Barran Liebman, Oregon's Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) announced that the minimum wage will rise from $8.95 to $9.10 per hour...
Health Care Reform: October 1 and Beyond
The US Department of Labor affirmed there would be no fine or penalty for failing to provide the Notice to Employees of Coverage Options, often...
Upcoming Event: Wage & Hour Compliance and Updates
Join us on Thursday, October 17th for our workshop: Wage & Hour Compliance and Updates, lead by Dan Grinfas of Buchanan Angeli Altschul &...
Upcoming Event: Senior Leader Lab – Register before 10/7
Event Dates: October 8, 15, 22, 29 Location: Xenium HR Register online: https://october-senior-leader-lab.eventbrite.com/ One-Time Fee: Xenium/Pilot...
PEO Client Spotlight – Mirolo Chocolatier
Mirolo is a new Xenium PEO client that has just opened in Lake Oswego. Mirolo was created by a Lake Oswego couple with the aim of providing a...
Transcript: Obamacare Updates, Cover Oregon and DOMA
The following transcript is from an interview between Brandon Laws and Iris Tilley on the podcast episode entitled: "Obamacare Updates, Cover Oregon...
Small Business Health Care Tax Credit – Changes in 2014
For tax years 2010 through 2013, small businesses could apply for a tax credit of up to 35% of the premiums paid (25 percent for small tax-exempt...
When Joking Around is No Longer a Joke | Preventing Workplace Harassment
The following information is from an interview with Lacey Halpern, PHR, HR Business partner at Xenium. Harassment defined: Harassment is legally...
Podcast: Obamacare Updates, Cover Oregon and DOMA
Iris Tilly, an Associate at Barran Liebman who specializes in employment law advice & litigation, ERISA compliance, HIPPA and much more, returns...
Setting Employee Goals the SMARTER Way
Setting goals with employees is an important part of further developing their skills for a competitive edge and a sustainable business. For...
Transcript: Building and Analyzing Employee Engagement Surveys
The following transcript is from an interview between Brandon Laws and Kim Smith on the podcast episode entitled: "Building and Analyzing Employee...
Upcoming September Events: Preventing Harassment & Employee Counseling
Workshop: “Recognizing & Preventing Harassment” Date: Thursday, September 19, 2013 Time: 8:30 – 11:30 AM PST Cost: Xenium Client-$0 |...
Cover Oregon – Meeting for Small Businesses
Cover Oregon held an online chat this afternoon to answer questions about financial help. Next, they will be focusing on answering questions for...
PODCAST: Building and Analyzing Employee Engagement Surveys
Kim Smith, a Human Resource Business Partner at Xenium, joins the Human Resources for Small Business podcast to discuss employee satisfaction...
Book Review – Team Renaissance: The Art, Science & Politics of Great Teams
Authors Richard Spoon and Jan Risher collaborate for a book entitled Team Renaissance: The Art, Science & Politics of Great Teams, which is a...
Cover Oregon – Live Chat Opportunity on Financial Help
Cover Oregon estimates about 400,000 Oregonians will be eligible for financial help when their online insurance marketplace opens in October. To...
Proposed Rules for Portland Sick Leave Ordinance – Open for Comments
As reported by Barran Liebman, the Portland City Council has defined proposed rules for the new Sick Leave Ordinance. The city will consider written...
Transcript: Managing Employee Performance & Conducting Reviews
The following transcript is from an interview between Brandon Laws and Suzi Alligood on the podcast episode entitled: "Managing Employee Performance...
Cover Oregon Delays Public Release of Marketplace
Oregon has been a full supporter of the Patient Protection & Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and a leader in building a state exchange. It was...
Transcript: Servant Leadership, Coaching & Employee Development
The following transcript is from an interview between Brandon Laws and Rebecca Naatz on the podcast episode entitled: “Servant Leadership, Coaching...
Xenium is Seeking a FT Human Resource Generalist (Hillsboro)
If you have a passion for HR, 3 to 5 years of experience, and are looking for a flexible full-time job, Xenium has a great opportunity available!...
Health Care Reform: Individual Mandate – Ten Q&As for Employees
We recently posted an overview of the Individual Mandate provision of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) that will require all...
“Textual” Harassment in the Workplace
The EEOC defines harassment as unwelcome conduct based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information....
Book Review – The Four Agreements: a Practical Guide to Personal Freedom
The Four Agreements: a Practical Guide to Personal Freedom is a book that is a little less about business and more about finding oneself—at home and...
Health Care Reform: Individual Mandate – The Basics
Much attention has been paid recently to the delay of the PPACA Employer Mandate. However, that delay did not affect the Individual Shared...
Burgerville's Generous Approach to the Health Care Mandate
As reported by the Portland Business Journal, Burgerville has gone beyond the employer requirements for Obamacare, offering a health plan to...
Xenium Supports the KGW School Supply Drive
Xenium is participating in the KGW School Supply Drive, which supports our long-time client, Schoolhouse Supplies. The KGW School Supply Drive is an...
5 Steps to Emotional Wellness: Avoiding Stress in Difficult Situations
Studies have shown that stress has a negative impact on our health, and when stress rises, so does the risk of encountering various health issues....
Upcoming Event: Maximizing Employee Potential through Effective Coaching
Join us on Tuesday, August 13th for an all new event: Maximizing Employee Potential through Effective Coaching. During this two hour workshop, you...
New Opportunity at Xenium – FT Payroll Tax Specialist
Do you have impressive analytical skills, a willingness to embrace new tools, and prior experience with payroll taxes? If so, you may be interested...
Cover Oregon: What do you need to know?
Health care reform is coming, one way or another. One big way is that individuals and small businesses will have a different system through which to...