Human Resources
The “New” Onboarding
A few months ago I was speaking with a niece who’s a school teacher. She was entering the school year with a challenge she hadn’t faced. Her school district will, through at least several months,…
Successful Recruitment Starts With These 5 Things
Small businesses may think that they don’t need a recruitment strategy because they don’t recruit as often as their larger competitors. However, it’s the presence of those larger companies, wooing the best talent, that makes…
4 Basics of 401(k) Plans Employees Need to Know
401(k) plans have become the most popular form of employer-sponsored retirement saving. Pensions have slowly dwindled in usage, making 401(k)s the most dominant way to save. These plans are highly prosperous as there are benefits…
No Human Resources Department? Here’s How to Take Control
Each year in the U.S., about 400,000 new businesses open their doors. While many small businesses never hire employees, roughly 19% (5.9 million) of small businesses in the U.S. do have paid employees. Unfortunately, many…
How Employers Can Help Staff Return to Work After an Injury
Accidents and injuries are difficult experiences to go through, especially if it interferes with your ability to work and earn money which can then lead to further mental health issues. This is something that employers…
How To Delegate Your HR
Small business owners usually try to deal with HR issues themselves. Business News Daily suggests that fledgling businesses usually do HR internally or outsource it to a third-party firm. However, HR isn’t the most riveting…
4 Ways Your Business Can Prioritize Training
As businesses continue to struggle in 2020 and look ahead to 2021, some serious reflection is necessary for success in the future. One thing you absolutely need to think about is how your organization is…
Help Your Employees Stay Mentally Healthy During a Pandemic
Image Source: Pixabay As we all know, the COVID-19 pandemic has presented a whole new set of difficulties for everyone. The business sector has taken a massive hit and this has caused a cascade of…
3 Top Hiring Practices for Small Businesses
It takes a lot of work and commitment for a small business to grow into a more significant and successful enterprise. A huge chunk of this work lies in making the best investment decisions for…
The Value of Providing Employees with Mental Health Resources
While people around the country have been experiencing elevated symptoms of emotional distress over the last few months (thanks, COVID-19), stress is nothing new — especially in the workplace. Fortunately, there are ways for employers…