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.
Sometimes there is more work to get done than you can fit into an 8-hour day or a 40-hour workweek. When this happens, you may need to have your employees work overtime....
During the pandemic, many businesses allowed their employees to work from home as a matter of safety. Now, remote work has become the norm. However, it can be tough to...
Compliance is a top concern for small business owners. There is a variety of sensitive data that business owners need to safeguard including proprietary business...
The prevalence of depression and anxiety in adults has skyrocketed since the start of the covid-19 pandemic, according to the most recent study by Mental Health America....
Keeping track of paperwork can be a challenge. It’s easy to misplace a file or even spill coffee on a document on your desk. If you don’t have that document backed...
Communication skills are the most important soft skills for many professions. Having great communication skills can help you get ahead regardless of where you fall in...
Terminating employees, particularly involuntarily, is a part of the job that most business owners and HR managers dread. Firing or laying off staff members is a tough...
Payroll compliance is no small task. Everyone knows that executing payroll accurately and on time is important, after all everyone wants to get paid for their world....
A positive mindset is typically seen as a desirable trait in the workforce across all professionals and job levels, but it’s often overlooked as a leadership skill....
Properly investigating any complaints that arise is an essential part of maintaining a positive and safe work environment. For employees, these investigations provide an...
While every employee brings their own special talents and perspectives to their job roles, things can get disorganized when everyone is taking a different approach to...
As summer approaches, it’s time to start scheduling and preparing for mid-year performance reviews. Regular performance reviews are an integral part of a strong...
Taking notes by hand is a great way to keep track of information. Writing things down can help you remember them better. It also gives you something to reference later...
Administrative Professionals Day, also sometimes referred to as Admin Day or National Secretaries Day, is right around the corner. The holiday occurs every year on the...
Accurate time tracking is an essential part of your business operations. In order to pay your employees correctly, keep track of labor costs, and manage employee...
With COVID restrictions easing up and vaccines now readily available, many business owners are planning for the return to the office. Others are wondering if they’ll...
Running a small business isn’t easy. On top of having to compete with large corporations for customers, small business owners also have to compete for employees. Small...
Make sure your company policies don't have any gaps that could create confusion or land you in legal trouble. If you're unsure, it's time for a review.
Setting up a 401(k) for employees can be a daunting task for small business owners. It is one of the most highly regulated employee benefits. However, it’s also one of...
