Common Misconceptions About PEOs

Many companies have long relied on the assistance of professional employer organizations (PEOs) to alleviate the stress of human resource management and offer their employees better benefits. However, many misconceptions still persist about these types of organizations. While a full consultation with a high-quality PEO can answer all of the questions you may have, here […]
Our Top 4 HR Trends for 2021

In 2020, businesses faced new and unprecedented challenges requiring them to pivot, innovate, and reimagine the fundamental ways they operate. New and ongoing concerns regarding the health, wellness, and safety of employees are front and center, forcing owners and managers to re-examine their current practices and pave the way for new strategies. “As we begin […]
Handling Holiday PTO Requests

The holidays can be a crazy time for companies. From customers eager to tie up loose ends before the end of the year to employees who want to spend time with their families, balancing customer expectations and business demands with paid time off (PTO) requests can be difficult for even the most well-organized businesses. Instead […]
The Benefits of Shared Employment

Did you know that you can retain management control of your business while simultaneously reducing the administrative burden of employment-related tasks? Having more time to devote to your business seems too good to be true. Shared employment not only frees you to grow your business, it also lets you offer better benefits to your employees […]
Building a Multi-Generational Workforce

With older Americans working longer and younger people constantly entering the workplace, it’s more important than ever for owners and managers to focus on building a positive multi-generational workforce to help their businesses grow and succeed. Acknowledging the unique skills, values, talents, and strengths that each group can provide will help you foster an atmosphere […]
Keep Employees Engaged While Working Remotely

When employees work outside of the workplace, especially those who aren’t accustomed to working remotely, it can be difficult for them to maintain a sense of engagement with their employer. Outside of daily tasks and basic work functions, they can quickly begin to feel disconnected and demoralized. Keeping employees engaged while working remotely may take […]
The EEOC, ADA, and COVID-19

As employers continue to grapple with the added pressures that coronavirus places on the American workforce, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued additional guidance to help ADA-covered employers stay compliant with regulations. This guidance focuses on the legal restrictions and regulations that employers must adhere to as they attempt to halt the spread […]
5 Tips for Managing Remote Employees

As COVID-19 (coronavirus) continues to spread across the globe, more and more companies are turning to remote work options to prevent the spread of the virus while also meeting business demands. Since this is the first foray into remote work for many companies, managers and supervisors may not be equipped to deal with the unique […]
Employee Relations Tips for SMBs

When it comes to running a small business effectively, building the right team is vital, but keeping that team running smoothly, without conflict, can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. In a small or medium-sized business (SMB), even a small upset in employee relations can quickly become a disaster. From managing conflicting personalities to communicating […]
Navigating Workplace Romances

With the average employee spending more than a third of their life at work, it’s almost inevitable that at least a few workplace romances will develop between individuals in any given business. While these relationships may seem benign on the surface, there are a number of pitfalls that can follow in their wake. Here are […]