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VIEWPOINT: HERO Act would place health & safety obligations on employers
On April 20, the New York Legislature passed the “New York Health and Essential Rights Act” or “HERO Act.” [As of press time, May 5], the bill has not been signed into law by Gov. Andrew Cuomo, but we expect it to be. The bill, as written, would impose significant obligations on employers, regardless of size, to prevent […]
VIEWPOINT: The Surprising Connection Between Hearing Health and COVID-19
While COVID-19 most frequently affects the lungs, other parts of the body may also be impacted, such as a loss of taste and smell. For a smaller number of people, instances of hearing loss are emerging, according to the International Journal of Audiology. Of equal or greater concern is that some people with hearing loss may be
VIEWPOINT: Strategies for Nonprofits to Consider for the New Normal
“Sometimes we need to disconnect in order to reconnect with what matters.” — Anonymous Believe it or not, we are now in year two of the global pandemic. While the U.S. appears to be making good progress on vaccinations, many countries are struggling with both the COVID variants and the medical-delivery system required for vaccination of
SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Calling All “Foodpreneurs”: For the love of food, culture, & community
Over the past year, what is it that we have all yearned for and ordered as take out so many times to bring comfort to us in times when we were too tired and too stressed? What have we bought gift cards for or donated to give to those on the front lines taking care of us
VIEWPOINT: Agencies Explain New Mental-Health Parity Rules for Health Plans
On April 2, 2021, the three federal departments that regulate health plans and health insurance (Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services) published guidance on the recently enacted changes to the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 (MHPAEA). The new guidance, which is in the form of “frequently asked questions” or FAQs, explains the
VIEWPOINT: COVID-19 Pandemic Lessons & Remaining Unknowns
“Experience is what you get when you didn’t get what you wanted.” — Randy Pausch The past 12 months have been anything but normal. The pandemic has certainly provided each of us with experience that we will never forget. However, in every cloud, there is usually some silver lining. This column is focused on
CEO FOCUS: Movers to Syracuse, Local Talent Initiatives Offer the Region Opportunities
Central New York’s people have always been the region’s greatest assets. It is workers, laborers, and entrepreneurs who make our businesses and community thrive. We regularly hear, however, that talent attraction and retention is not only a priority for our members, but also often a challenge. Right now, we are seeing positive indicators of inflow of workers
VIEWPOINT: Post-Pandemic Money Moves: Financial Considerations For Business Owners & Leaders
The COVID-19 pandemic inflicted unforeseen hardship on countless businesses across New York state and beyond, causing many business owners to tap into personal savings or retirement accounts to endure the devastating economic fallout. For many of these business owners, the impact of the pandemic forced tough decisions that have come at the cost of self-sacrifice to remain
VIEWPOINT: 6 Facets of Human Needs that Drive Business Success
In good economic times and bad, some businesses find a path to success while others are forced to board up their windows and doors. What’s the difference between those that soar and those that flounder? Ultimately, business success comes down to how well the people who work for that business perform. And employee performance, good or bad,
SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Local Ties Matter in Business Success
MANLIUS, N.Y. — In the small-business community, we always talk about networking, connections, and working with trusted partners. That has never been truer than when it comes to working with a lender, especially during the current climate. When you are starting or expanding a business, having a good relationship with your lender can make or
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