During the best of times, we all tell our employees, our clients, and our business partners that “our people are our best asset”—and we really mean it. We know that the most successful firms in the world are those who hire top talent and maintain a culture that utilizes that talent to the fullest. During [...]
I don’t know any client that enjoys discussing payroll taxes, but they can be a dangerous trap for the unwary in difficult times. The typical scenario is a startup company or a company whose business is not going well. The company does not have the cash to pay all of its bills on time, so [...]
What’s the best way to handle making a lay off in your company? Sadly, it’s something that’s happening in today’s economy, but it doesn’t mean that it has to end on a sour note. How can you handle necessary staff reductions without everyone hating you and your company forever? (And yes, it can be done!) [...]
The answer may not be as simple as you think. Some statistics indicate as many as 80% of resumes include inaccuracies–some more serious than others. Though most business owners and executives feel that they are a good judge of character (after all, isn’t that how we have gotten where we are?), traditional interviews are not [...]
In our complex business environment, how can a business avoid common HR pitfalls? Here are a few common troublespots and easy solutions to ensure compliance: 1. How are you determining eligibility to work? The I-9 form has been resissued not one, not two, but three times this year. No wonder it is confusing! Once you [...]
I am interested in learning about strategies local businesses are using to retain top talent during tough times. I have become increasingly concerned about firms who are losing top performers due to economic uncertainty. We must understand that the job market is ALWAYS good for “A players”. Unfortunately, your average to poor employees are not [...]
