Practical, data-driven articles from Mark J. Burger, CPA — uncovering what PEO vendors don’t show you.
Most executives assume their PEO contract is fixed, fair, and fully transparent — until renewal time. These articles reveal the true cost structures, compliance gaps, and negotiation tactics that shape the PEO industry. After 37 years reviewing contracts and advising employers, I write these insights to protect business leaders from one-sided deals.
- Unlocking Employee Satisfaction and Budget Savings with PEO Partnerships
In the fast-paced and competitive world of business, leaders are constantly faced with a delicate balancing act: keeping costs under control while maintaining a high level of employee satisfaction. It’s a challenge many executives know all too well. You want to provide competitive benefits and retain top talent, but the associated administrative burdens and escalating… Read more: Unlocking Employee Satisfaction and Budget Savings with PEO Partnerships - Strategy for Florida Business to Lower Employee Turnover with a Professional Employer Organization
Hurricane season in Florida is more than just a time to prepare for inclement weather; it’s a critical period when businesses must also focus on retaining their employees and managing operational risks. For companies across Palm Beach County, Broward County, Martin County, Naples, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, and Stuart, finding effective solutions to employee turnover… Read more: Strategy for Florida Business to Lower Employee Turnover with a Professional Employer Organization - Unlock Franchise Growth: How PEO Services Simplify HR and Compliance
The franchise model has long been a beacon for entrepreneurial success, providing a proven business framework with brand recognition and operational support. However, even the most successful franchises encounter challenges, especially in managing human resources and compliance issues. learn how to unlock your franchise growth with PEO services to simplify HR and employee management compliance.… Read more: Unlock Franchise Growth: How PEO Services Simplify HR and Compliance - Venture Capitalists Gain Strategic Advantage by Bundling Startups with a PEO
In the high-stakes world of venture capital, success is about nurturing a diverse portfolio of startups to reach their full potential. As competition intensifies and market dynamics shift rapidly, venture capitalists are constantly seeking innovative strategies to give their portfolio companies an edge. One such strategy that is gaining traction is bundling startups together to… Read more: Venture Capitalists Gain Strategic Advantage by Bundling Startups with a PEO - PEO Employee’s Financial Health: Life Insurance Myths and Misconceptions
Reflecting on conversations I’ve had with clients around life insurance as a tool to hedge against financial risk, I recall a particular discussion with a PEO employee around life insurance myths and misconceptions: “As I get older, I can’t help but think about safeguarding my family’s future. So, life insurance has been on my mind… Read more: PEO Employee’s Financial Health: Life Insurance Myths and Misconceptions - PEO Pricing: Understanding the Percentage Model: Part 4 of 4
This article continues our discussion of PEO pricing options. As an HR leader, you know firsthand the immense effort required to handle your company’s HR needs. From payroll and compliance to recruitment and training, HR tasks are critical yet time-consuming. Often these functions pull your focus away from more strategic initiatives that drive business growth.… Read more: PEO Pricing: Understanding the Percentage Model: Part 4 of 4 - Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Monthly Retainer Pricing Explained: Part 3 of 4
As an HR leader, you know firsthand the complexities and frustrations of managing human resources for a growing organization. From staying on top of compliance to sourcing talent, HR demands significant time and focus — often at the expense of more strategic initiatives. This is where a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) can help. By outsourcing… Read more: Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Monthly Retainer Pricing Explained: Part 3 of 4 - Hourly Rate PEO Pricing Explained: Part 2 of 4
From overseeing payroll and benefits to maintaining legal compliance and implementing policies, the list of tasks you face as an HR leader is endless. Yet, they’re essential to running your organization, no matter how much time and effort is tapped in the process. Learn more about the hourly rate PEO pricing arrangement. Rather than put… Read more: Hourly Rate PEO Pricing Explained: Part 2 of 4 - Per-Employee Flat Fee PEO Pricing: Part 1 of 4
As an HR leader, you know firsthand how overwhelming it can be to tackle every aspect of human resources in-house. From staying compliant with employment laws to managing complex benefits plans, HR tasks are unending and ever-changing. The burden weighs on your team, draining time that could be better spent on strategic initiatives. This post… Read more: Per-Employee Flat Fee PEO Pricing: Part 1 of 4 - A Guide For HR Leaders Weighing PEO Co-Employment
Human resources leaders wear many hats. You handle talent acquisition, onboarding, compensation, benefits, compliance, workplace issues, and so much more. With limited time and resources, it can be tempting to hand over some of these burdens to a Professional Employer Organization (PEO). But is PEO Co-employment right for your company? This guide examines key considerations… Read more: A Guide For HR Leaders Weighing PEO Co-Employment - Best Time to Maximize Savings with PEO Co-Employment Contract
Transitioning to a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) can be a game-changer for your human resources operations. Outsourcing HR functions like payroll, benefits, and compliance lifts major burdens off your team’s shoulders. Depending on the timing of your PEO transition significantly impacts its cost-effectiveness. This guide will walk you through optimizing your transition timing to maximize… Read more: Best Time to Maximize Savings with PEO Co-Employment Contract - HR Leveraging Technology to Streamline Functions with a PEO
For companies looking to optimize human resources operations, partnering with a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) and leveraging and integrating the latest HR technologies can help maximize efficiency. As an HR leader, you likely face mounting administrative burdens, compliance complexities, and employee relations challenges. By teaming up with a PEO and capitalizing on tech integrations in… Read more: HR Leveraging Technology to Streamline Functions with a PEO