Human Resources
HR Decoded: FTE, ALE and Other HR Buzzwords
Employment laws and HR terms can be complex. Employers are bound to run into a term or acronym that leaves them thinking, “What does that mean?” For those head-scratching moments, we explain some commonly used HR terms in plain English. Employee Status At-will employment: Generally, “at-will” means that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment…
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Where Do Your Hires Come From?
Everyone is looking for a job right now. Well, almost everyone. The results are in from Indeed’s large-scale research study, and the way people are managing their careers today may surprise you. Earlier this year, we conducted a survey of over 8,000 adults in the U.S. Seventy one percent of adults in or looking to…
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The Impact on Companies When Employees Buy Homes
Thousands of people purchase or sell a home every day. Although real estate transactions don’t happen very frequently for people individually, it is almost guaranteed that, at some point, each of us will buy or sell a home in our lifetime—many of us multiple times. There are several components that go into deciding whether or…
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Can I Hire My Kids?
For most business owners, there is always a blurred line between your personal life and your business life. Despite your best efforts (or because of them) your children often end up getting involved somehow. But let me ask you a question: is your child better at Instagram, Facebook, and other social media platforms than you? What…
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Make the Most of Online Recruiting
We’re nearing the month of November, and it’s an exciting and busy time of year with so much to look forward to (food, fun and festivities). The days are shortening and the year will be over before we know it. There’s no better time to reflect on everything from the past year and focus on…
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Introducing Relocalmove’s Free Employee Benefit Package
When you or one of your employees is buying or selling a home, it’s a stressful event, and there are obstacles all along the way that add to the difficulty, like preparing your home for sale, finding a buyer, finding a new home, and moving. Our new partner Relocalmove is here to help, offering a…
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Midweek Reading: Uncertainty, Working from Home, and the Hard 40
Some businesses are trying harder to ensure workers are unplugged when they’re away from the office. Hard 40 policies require workers to put in 40 hours per week, no more, no less, and do no work away from the office. Allowing people to work from home can increase productivity and morale. But what are the…
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8 Key Conversations to Have with Your Employees
Effective communication is the foundation of a good employment relationship. Regular conversations with your employees can help build trust, loyalty, and performance. Here are eight critical conversations you should consider having with your employees: #1: This is who we are. Start this conversation during the hiring process to help ensure a good fit and establish…
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The Pros and Cons of Asking Background-Related Questions in an Interview
One of the age-old questions that small business owners must answer when deciding on questions to ask their applicants is whether or not those questions should broach personal background information. We aren’t talking about questions pertaining to work or educational history. Rather, we are referring to questions that ask applicants to explain the black marks…
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Exercise This Benefit to Improve Your Bottom Line
Wellness programs can help lower healthcare costs, reduce absenteeism, and boost employee morale and productivity. Generally, these programs promote increased physical activity, healthy eating, and better management of chronic diseases among employees. While these programs are typically tied to a health plan, your company doesn’t need to offer health insurance to implement a wellness program.…
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