Kaylyn is a Writer and HR Consultant. She has an MA in Industrial Psychology and loves helping businesses find innovative solutions to their HR challenges.
Some level of absenteeism is normal and even a positive thing. After all, you want employees to take time off to recharge or to stay home when they’re sick. However,...
Most managers understand the importance of providing timely feedback to their direct reports, but it’s important to remember that feedback isn’t just for employees....
For young professionals delving into leadership roles, managing employees who are older than them can be an awkward situation. But while young managers may feel awkward...
HR administration is an essential component of running a small business, but it’s often one of the most challenging to manage in the early stages of small business or...
Building and maintaining an HR department is tough for small businesses. There are so many moving parts to keep track of including changing employment laws and differing...
Employers have been facing all kinds of recruiting challenges and questions over the past few years, including the rising issue of pay transparency. Many states and...
One of the most challenging parts of managing a team is maintaining a proper workload distribution. You don’t want anyone to feel overwhelmed or burned out by a heavy...
Having an up-to-date employee handbook with comprehensive company policies is one of the most important things that small businesses can do to mitigate risk. A thorough...
Employee satisfaction is always a hot topic for business owners. High levels of employee satisfaction are typically associated with higher productivity, lower employee...
Job interviews are a great way to learn more about candidates’ abilities and soft skills. However, getting a clear view of a candidate’s strengths and attention...
Within the last year, we’ve seen widespread layoffs in the tech industry. Prominent companies like Meta, Netflix, Google, and X (formerly Twitter) have made headlines...
Your employees work hard, and they deserve a break. But what exactly are your legal responsibilities surrounding rest breaks and meal periods? The answer can vary quite...
There often comes a time when you need employees to move for your business. Perhaps you are opening a new location and want a few of your top team members to lead the...
Even in the age of remote and hybrid work, there are times when you may need employees to relocate to a new work location. As business needs change or your business...
Recruiting is a major pain point for many businesses. Small businesses often struggle to compete for top talent against large businesses with greater recruiting...
Maintaining accurate, up-to-date records and data is essential for any business. However, keeping your databases updated requires a lot of time and attention, which is...
If you’re ready to start a new career or take the next step in your existing field, you’ll likely want to do some career planning. Planning your career will help you...
Employees frequently complain about boring or bad meetings eating up too much of their work day. Ineffective meetings can detract from more productive uses of your...
Work-life balance is a key concern for all employees in this day and age. Employees want to be able to build a fulfilling career while also starting a family and being...
Even if your business does not offer parental leave, you are likely still required to provide time off for pregnant employees and new parents under the Family and...
