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What Business Owners Can Learn from Henry Ford’s $5 Workday

What Business Owners Can Learn from Henry Ford’s $5 Workday

Henry Ford doubled wages in 1914 to keep workers loyal and productive. Business owners today can apply the same lesson: invest in your people, and they’ll invest in your business. Benton Oakfield helps companies turn benefits into retention tools.

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NY Cannabis Workplace Policies: What Long Island Employers Need to Know

New York's cannabis legalization changed workplace rules. Learn what Long Island business owners can and can't do regarding employee drug testing, workplace policies, and balancing safety with employee rights under the MRTA.

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SECURE Act Changes: What Small Businesses Need to Know

The SECURE Act introduced major retirement plan changes for small businesses. Learn about auto-enrollment options, part-time employee eligibility rules, and how these updates can strengthen your employee benefits package.

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Flexible Work Arrangements as Employee Benefits

Learn how flexible work policies, remote work options, compressed schedules, and flextime can become powerful employee benefits that help Long Island businesses attract talent and boost retention without increasing costs.

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Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) Explained for Employers

Learn how PBMs work behind the scenes to manage prescription drug costs, formularies, and rebates in your health plan. Understanding PBMs helps you make better decisions about employee benefits.

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Benefits Technology Trends: A Guide for Small Businesses

Learn how modern benefits technology can simplify administration, improve employee engagement, and help your Long Island business compete for top talent. From AI tools to mobile access, discover what's changing in benefits.

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NY Clean Slate Act: What Long Island Employers Need to Know

New York's Clean Slate Act automatically seals many criminal records, changing how employers conduct background checks. Learn what this means for your hiring process and compliance obligations.