Adjusting to pay transparency laws
Is your business ready for new pay transparency laws? Most notably, California’s pay transparency law goes into effect on January 1st, 2023, following in the footsteps of the 2021 Colorado law. Unfortunately, this presents a new compliance hurdle for small businesses, particularly to clear. So how do you adjust? The spirit of these pay transparency […]
How Managed HR benefits employees
Outsourced HR improves your organization from the top down. Employees benefit from accessible HR expertise and a refined employee experience. Meanwhile, leadership gets more engaged workers and behind-the-scenes coverage to keep their company compliant. Those benefits rang true for Horizons for Youth, a Chicago-based nonprofit organization. Small businesses often neglect HR until it’s too late. […]
Where Mergers & Acquisitions go wrong
Mergers and acquisitions can be exciting, momentous achievements but also delicate processes. Miss one detail and the whole deal turns sour. As such, diligence is the name of the game. No stone can be left unturned when you merge with or acquire another company. If you’ve worked in the corporate world long enough, you’ve probably […]
How to run your all-hands meetings
All hands on deck! It’s time to bring all-hands meetings into your employee engagement strategy. Of course, we’ve all sat through some less than engaging presentations, but when done correctly, they benefit your whole organization. Pulling off an all-hands meeting requires planning and enthusiasm, but with a bit of work, your employees will be excited […]
6 Recession-proofing HR strategies
The looming recession has been a regular topic of discussion for months now. Some argue it’s started; others say it’s still on the way. Wherever you land on that, it’s essential to prepare your business for the more challenging days to come. We believe HR can help. With a forward-thinking approach to human resources, your […]
Return to office best practices
Businesses worldwide kicked their return to office plans into gear this month. As you can imagine, some of those processes have gone smoother than others. Maybe your business is sitting on a mostly empty office, and you’re ready to fill those seats. Let’s take a look at the best ways to get that done. Fully […]
How to Approach Layoffs
In a perfect world, companies would take proactive steps to shield their employees from large-scale layoffs. However, there are instances where layoffs can no longer be avoided. As such, businesses need to know how to approach layoffs strategically and with grace. 2022 saw an onslaught of layoffs across many industries. That number is well over […]
Employee Relations Fundamentals
Effective employee relations maintain a happy and productive workforce for your company. It’s among the most critical parts of a company’s success, but not every business gives employee relations the strategic consideration it deserves. However, investing more energy in this HR function rewards your employees in and out of the office. Employee relations experts balance […]
Applying Employee Engagement Survey Results
So you’ve conducted an employee engagement survey? You’ve gathered some excellent employee feedback, but what do you do with it? Effectively applying employee engagement survey results shows your staff that their voices and time matter. Employee engagement surveys, also called eNPS surveys, provide HR professionals with powerful information. When conducted anonymously, you can expect thoughtful […]
What to Look for in an HRIS
Your HRIS software is a critical investment for your company. When you pick a Human Resources Information System, you choose the hub for essential HR functions like talent management, payroll, administration, and more. No pressure! Ideally, you can marry cost-effectiveness with a suite of features in your HRIS that supports your company today and as […]
