Human Resource Solutions Made Easy

We have a tendency as managers and leaders to recruit and hire for positions based on competencies tied to tasks found in a job description. Are those competencies in your description truly connected to what it takes to be successful in a position? Human Resource professionals have a tendency to focus on tangible tasks (i.e., completing reports or reviews, giving presentations, overseeing a program, supervising employees). But are these tasks illustrative of what you're lo

Recent research revealed that 83% of talent acquisition leaders say employer branding significantly impacts their ability to hire great candidates. Is your brand sending a positive or negative message? Attracting employees is difficult. Add in a negative review or two on Glassdoor and you will find it even more difficult. More people today are looking at Glassdoor review than a company's own website to learn about the culture, career opportunities, work environment and how

As the owner or CEO, you focus much of your time on your product, idea or service. But what about your employees? Employees are the ambassadors of your brand - and this can be good or bad, depending on your approach. There is extensive research regarding the connection between brand-engaged workers and a company's financial performance. But did you know: 50% of candidates say they wouldn't work for a company with a bad reputation; 62% research companies on social media bef

With a change in administration, we could see significant movement in the Department of Labor (DOL), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Already, on the local and state levels, there has been legislative activity with respect to workplace issues. As such, 2017 could be full of surprises, but we anticipate these 4 issues are worth our attention. Issue #1: Rise in Gender Discrimination Issues/Complaints Earlier this year,

It can be argued that people are essential to the success of a company. But what do you do, as a small business going through increased periods of growth, when your employees demand more of your time than product development? How do you best allocate your time while also meeting their needs? Which human resource activities are better performed in-house and which HR tasks can you outsource? What happens when you need to reign in the fun activities because your growth has m