Draft a Comprehensive Employment Agreement
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How to Hire Employees and How to Start a Business
What happens here
It is highly recommended that both the employer and the employee sign a detailed employment agreement. This document should clearly spell out fundamental terms and conditions of employment. Key items to include are: expected work hours and days (e.g., Monday-Friday, with potential for Saturdays, ensuring clear expectations regarding weekends), company holidays observed (e.g., Christmas, Thanksgiving), and the frequency of pay (e.g., weekly, bi-monthly). Critically, it should define the employee's specific duties. For industries like landscaping or construction where tasks can vary greatly, a broad clause such as 'all other duties deemed part of your job by supervisor' can be included to cover diverse responsibilities.
Goal: This step emphasizes the importance of a written employment agreement for both employees and employers, detailing what essential elements should be included to set clear expectations.
Tools and materials
- Employment Agreement Template