Category: Human Resources
How to ace HR compliance basics (and what you stand to lose by getting it wrong)
The term “Human Resources” covers an incredible breadth of people operations and behind-the-scenes tasks in a business, but when most people think of HR, compliance...
ACA Common Ownership Rules – Don’t be guilty by association
Just the other day, I had to speak with one of my kids about getting in trouble at school for talking when he wasn’t supposed...
The 6 best PEOs (and one AEO) for small businesses
As a small business grows, it might need help with HR and backoffice tasks. Instead of hiring a full-time or part-time role for those jobs,...
Hire Slowly: Why You Shouldn’t Rush to Hire That Next Person
As a business owner, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to hire the right people for your team. We've all been there—we desperately...
HR statistics you need to know for 2023
The world of Human Resources is constantly evolving, with new trends and changes emerging -- the best way to make sense of it: HR statistics....
How to use an applicant tracking system (ATS) to find the best candidate for your next hire
Applicant Tracking Systems are a must in today's high-speed job market. A recent article said that 10 days is the average length of time that...
What is the best PTO policy to offer your employees?
A good PTO policy to offer your employees is more important now than every before. Why? Do a quick Google search on “work-life balance,” and...
Every business needs a love contract: A guide to office relationships
I was recently watching a show, and one of the characters was complaining to her boss saying “I work 6 days a week, 12-hour days,...
Employee FLSA classifications for hourly VS salaried workers
FLSA compliance is a big deal, so why do so many organizations incorrectly classify their hourly and salaried employees? Often, employee classification is sped through...
The best way to write a job description that gets noticed
Creating an effective job ad is essential for attracting the right candidates to your business. It's important, after all, a job ad is the first...