Drew Gieseke

Drew Gieseke is an aPHR®-certified marketing professional who writes about HR, compliance, and healthcare solutions.
Drew Gieseke
    Differences Between Offer Letters vs. Employment Contracts
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | November 10, 2020

    When recruiting new employees, HR professionals and hiring managers may find that they use the terms “offer letter” and “employment agreement”...

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    Payroll Calendar: 27 Possible Biweekly Pay Periods in 2021
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | November 5, 2020

    As HR prepares for the new year, it’s key to stay ahead of the curve on important dates and compliance requirements. One noteworthy takeaway is that...

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    What to Know About HSA, FSA, Commuter Benefit Limit Changes for 2021
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | October 27, 2020

    Each year, the IRS reviews contribution limits for numerous tax provisions and healthcare savings accounts. In 2021, some contribution limits were...

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    IRS Announces Updates to 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2021
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | October 26, 2020

    In October 2020, the IRS announced key updates to 401(k) contribution limits for 2021, including changes to catch-up contributions and employer...

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    Final 2020 1094-C, 1095-C ACA Reporting Forms Issued by IRS
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | October 19, 2020

    The IRS recently released final versions of the 2020 Affordable Care Act (ACA) forms, which include 1094-C and 1095-C. What should employers know...

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    IRS Issues Employer Guidance for New Payroll Tax Deferral
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | August 31, 2020

    In early August 2020, President Trump signed executive orders to provide aid during the ongoing coronavirus crisis. Among the orders was a payroll...

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    What to Know About New FMLA Forms Issued by DOL
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | August 18, 2020

    Released in July 2020, new Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) forms make it easier for employers, employees, leave administrators, and healthcare...

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    What is Hazard Pay, How Does it Work, and What’s HR’s Role?
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | August 12, 2020

    For some employers, hazard pay is part of the job. Dangerous worksites, physically demanding tasks, and other duties require additional compensation...

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    What Is Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI)?
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | August 5, 2020

    Modern HR departments are in a position to make significant, lasting changes in the organizations they represent. This includes purchasing employment...

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    Are Employers Required to Provide Time Off for Employees to Vote?
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | August 3, 2020

    Unlike many other countries, the United States doesn’t have a national voting holiday. And because American elections take place during the week, ...

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