
HR/Benefits (131)
Is It Time To Refresh Your Company Handbook?
- Monday, 23 March 2020
- HR/Benefits
- Written by Deborah Huyett
Standard operating procedure for the company handbook usually requires new hires to attest with a signature that they have read and understood the information within the handbook. We deliver the handbook, request their signature, and then retain the documents for our records. However, you have an opportunity to do more with this important business practice.
Read more...Legal documents for Independent contractors
- Monday, 02 September 2019
- HR/Benefits
- Written by Scott Koegler
The first thing that everyone asks when they are ready to engage an independent contractor is whether the latter has all the necessary documents. Although the papers needed to hire independent contractors are not as many as those needed for the employees, they are still important for both the contractors and companies wanting to hire them. As such, getting them ready before the beginning of any contract is invaluable as it leads to the establishment of a steady working relationship and trust.
Read more...Methods That Can Make Or Break Your Interview
- Monday, 12 August 2019
- HR/Benefits
- Written by Deborah Huyett
Finding the right person for a role may be the hardest part about having direct reports. Interviews give you a very short amount of time to assess and determine a person’s capability and fit, and much rides on these hour-long discussions, for both you and the candidate. So, make the most of your time by following best practices and avoiding a few fatal flaws of interviewing.
Read more...4 Ways to Help Employees Love Their Jobs
- Monday, 29 July 2019
- HR/Benefits
- Written by Shawn Burcham
Bosses might want to take notice if employees view their jobs as “the daily grind.” A disgruntled and disengaged workforce can undermine production and harm customer relations, while a happy, engaged workforce does the opposite. “If you take care of your employees, they will be better prepared and far more motivated to take care of your customers,” says Shawn Burcham (www.shawnburcham.com), founder and CEO of PFSbrands and author of Keeping Score with GRITT: Straight Talk Strategies for Success.
Read more...Why Is Team Building So Important?
- Monday, 01 July 2019
- HR/Benefits
- Written by Deborah Huyett
Successful teams don’t happen by accident. They are thoughtfully selected and cultivated to bring together the right players, in the right positions, with the right synergy, to be consistently effective at their job.
Read more...Get Involved To Get The Most Out Of Your Recruiter
- Friday, 31 May 2019
- HR/Benefits
- Written by Deborah Huyett

Wouldn’t it be nice to list skillset requirements for a position and magically, the right person arrives on your doorstep, ready to take on the role? While that may be a fantasy, the truth is that recruiters exist to make this happen, albeit in a more realistic way.
Read more...Team building for a better company
- Friday, 03 May 2019
- HR/Benefits
- Written by Scott Koegler

How to Avoid a Wrongful Termination Suit
- Wednesday, 01 May 2019
- HR/Benefits
- Written by Danielle Loughnane

We’ve watched movies and television shows that depict a wrongful termination plot line. An unlikely underdog who was wrongfully fired goes up against an evil corporation and wins. He is the hero of his own story and begins a new life with the money he won, that was rightfully his all along.
Read more...New Survey Shows Job Seekers Are Focused on Salary and Benefits
- Monday, 08 April 2019
- HR/Benefits
- Written by Clutch

In today’s competitive job market, companies are looking for ways to stand out to candidates. New survey data reveals that a competitive salary and benefits are the key to capturing job seekers’ attention.
Read more...The Pros and Cons of PEOs vs. Fully Insured Plans for Small Business Health Insurance
- Sunday, 24 March 2019
- HR/Benefits
- Written by Sally Poblete

As a small business owner, you want to provide your employees with health insurance. However, there are a plethora of important choices to make in a limited timeframe. When it comes to providing your team with health insurance, as long as you are well informed it will greatly simplify the process of choosing what health plans ultimately make the most sense for you and your company. If you are not entirely sure whether you should use a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) or consider Fully Insured Medical Plans, it might be helpful to know the pros and cons of each:
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