Managing And Maneuvering In Times Of Uncertainty
Small and mid-sized businesses come with their own distinct challenges: attracting talent, engagement and training, awareness of government regulations, cash flow and more. The COVID-19 pandemic added an entirely new set of issues to deal with, like keeping employees safe and businesses solvent. Now, more than ever, employers need to be nimble and proactive, along […]
HR Compliance Solutions: How To Make Compliance Work For You
HR compliance is like your annual dental check-up — it’s an unpleasant experience that we dread. There is often some pain, but in the end, you are grateful that you got all your cavities removed. The necessity for HR compliance in your small to medium business (SMB) is similar. Having reduced fines or avoiding them […]
People Risk Management: Taking Employee Risk Out of Your Business
Establishing effective human resources (HR) practices is a good way to manage the biggest asset in any business: the people who work there. If People Risk Management (PRM) is not a part of training and everyday life at your company, many minor problems can become larger ones, and potentially lead to disaster. There are risks […]
Employee Relations: Accommodating Religion In The Workplace
Making accommodations for an employee’s religious beliefs is important when it comes to building an atmosphere where everyone feels supported and respected. More so, companies should devote care and energy to address religious requests because of “undue hardship.” What Is Undue Hardship? The de minimis standard in undue hardship refers to the legal requirement that […]
Safeguarding Against Religious Discrimination in the Workplace
As an employer, you want to ensure that your workplace feels safe and supportive for its employees. Guarding against religious discrimination by setting expected standards and developing clear procedures is an important part of this process. There are a number of best practices you can take in order to prevent discrimination based on religion or […]
Soft vs. Hard Costs Of Outsourcing HR
Many decisions and conversations go into the process of bringing on an outsourcing HR partner. One of the vital conversation points is the costs to get that extra support. Questions like, will it cost more? How much will I save? How can I use those savings in other areas? This is a classic “will they […]
What Is The Difference Between PEO And Payroll?
As a smart business owner, you are constantly looking for ways to find efficiencies within your business operations to ensure you are mindful of costs and processes. In your research, you probably came across outsourcing as an option along with Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) and Payroll Service Providers (PSPs) and think they are the same, […]
The Pros And Cons Of A PEO For Small Business Insurance
Health insurance is one of the essential and necessary benefits businesses provide their employees. With the job market being fierce, benefits can be a deciding factor if an employee takes a job with you or another organization. It is essential to be knowledgeable about the health insurance options and what partnership will work best for […]
Hiring Tips For Businesses Struggling To Fill Job Openings
If you’re finding it difficult to hire employees, you’re not alone. In an April 2021 article, Bloomberg reported that many small businesses are struggling to find people who currently want to work—in fact, 42% say they have jobs they can’t fill. The number of people quitting jobs right now is also higher than average. One […]
Outsourced HR For Small Business
HR demands can be an overwhelming and daunting area for small businesses, given their limited time, resources, and expertise in this area. For many small businesses with increasing staff or that are considering growing into new markets, leaders must begin to think about what HR support they need to ensure critical elements and best practices […]