Why You Should Shift Performance Management Off Year-End to Q1
Performance management is a critical part of business success, but many companies are still stuck in the habit of conducting year-end reviews. Instead, shifting performance management to Q1 can lead to better employee engagement, fairer evaluations, and reduced turnover. In this article, we’ll explore why Q1 is the best time for performance reviews and how […]
Balancing Business and Downtime: Why Outsourcing is Key for Small Business Owners
Running a small business can feel like a never-ending cycle of tasks and responsibilities, leaving little room for the rest of life—especially downtime. Many small business [SMB] owners experience the challenge of juggling compliance, finance, and operations while trying to carve out time for family, friends, and personal well-being. If you’re like most entrepreneurs, you […]
HR Compliance for Small Businesses: Are You Putting Your Business at Risk?
Running a small business is challenging, and while your focus might be on growth and customer satisfaction, HR compliance often takes a backseat. However, neglecting HR can lead to serious consequences, from legal fines to high employee turnover. In this blog, we’ll explore why HR compliance is crucial for small businesses and how it can […]
Dispelling the Myth: HR is Not Just a Legal Requirement
Human Resources (HR) often sends shivers down the spines of many small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) owners. Seen as a bureaucratic necessity or a legal burden, HR is frequently misunderstood and underappreciated. However, the right HR service model for SMEs can be a game-changer, transforming HR from a mere compliance function into a strategic asset […]
The New Essential Role of HR in SMEs
Human Resources (HR). Not the most exciting topic, right? When most people think of HR, they imagine policy dragons in ivory towers, dishing out rules and regulations. The idea of the essential role of HR in SMEs and their growth probably seems like a stretch. This stereotype is especially pervasive in small and medium-sized enterprises […]
Three Common HR Problems in Small Businesses We See as Consultants (& How to Fix Them)
When it comes to the oft misunderstood issue of human resources (HR), small businesses often encounter a myriad of problems that can impact their operations and compliance. As HR consultants, we’ve been through numerous client engagements and identified three recurring issues that frequently plague small businesses. In this blog, we’ll delve into these common HR […]
What is executive coaching?
Executive coaching gives open-minded leaders an opportunity to improve beyond even their own standards. Once you reach the top, it’s natural to concern yourself with the big-picture needs of your business at the expense of much introspection. That can lead to stagnation on personal and organizational levels. Executive coaches cut through the noise, providing valuable […]
Managing workplace conflicts
Workplace conflicts happen all the time. On average, managers spend 4 hours a week dealing with conflict. Even the most utopian company cultures experience a minor dust-up here or there. However, the severity and impact of the conflict often depend on how it’s handled by HR or management. Is your team equipped to manage workplace […]
How HR Can Drive Revenue
Your human resource department is capable of much more than hiring, firing, and writing the rules. When you invest in a strategic approach, HR drives revenue through its initiatives. In fact, organizations that focus on employee engagement see three times the revenue per employee. Instead of thinking about HR as something you need to do […]
Performance Management Tips
A recent Willis Tower Watson (WTW) survey found that only around, “one in four North American employers (26%) reported being effective at both managing and paying for performance.” That same survey noted that companies with effective performance management strategies outperform their industry peers by 1.5x financially and 1.25x in employee productivity. Performance management investments pay […]
