What’s New in Employment?
PPP Recipients can Self-Certify for Small Loan Forgiveness
Thankfully, the SBA has issued new guidelines for PPP loan forgiveness with the following changes. Recipients of $50,000 or less can self-certify that the money was used for covered expenses, the new application is one page short, and the requirement to maintain employee and salary numbers has been eliminated. This is a great step toward accomplishment of…
Read MoreUber and Lyft are Counting on Referendum to Override recent Appeals Court Ruling
As the Uber-Lyft talent saga continues, it is a fascinating legal phenomenon that a grass-roots referendum can override the decision of the highest court of the state. This is a true reflection of democracy, although tempered or arguably tainted by corporate lobbying. Wishing everyone a great weekend!
Read MoreBusiness Model for an Inclusive Remote Culture
Start-up, Ultranauts, a virtual data analytics company, has seemingly invented the secret sauce to an engaged corporate culture. And it is willing to share. Its in-house app, Biodex is key, starting each day with this inquiry: How “interactive” — ready to communicate with others — are you feeling today? What’s your energy level? Note that…
Read MoreStakeholders anxiously await clarification of PPP loan forgiveness process
Borrowers and lenders are being advised to sit tight, while Congress reworks the kinks toward debt forgiveness for PPP loans. As outlined by the NYT, progress is being made toward overcoming the various hurdles so that all stakeholders will be able to achieve the initiative’s well-intended respite and fresh start.
Read MoreThe Pension Hole for U.S. Cities & States Is the Size of Japan’s Economy
Government workers face reduced or cancelled pensions as cities and states are hit with financial distress and bankruptcy. Government leaders are dealing with the difficult choice of solving the problem one of 3 ways: increase taxes, divert funds from pensions, or persuade workers to relinquish money they are owed. More often than not, it…
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