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Small Business Employee Policies Series: Probationary Period
The probationary period, also called an orientation and review period is essentially a trial period for both you and your new employee to determine whether the job match is a good one. It is essential that you have an employee policy in place that will support the need to terminate your employee if job related issues do occur during the early stages of your new staff members’ employment.
Seven Steps to Avoid Employee Lawsuits
Labor and employment disputes represent the top litigation threat to the majority of U.S. corporations, so it's no wonder that a major fear for business leaders is the fear of employee lawsuits.

Human Resources; How much is enough? A Controversial Perspective
If your HR staff is not providing key reports and developing programs and strategies that either reduce your costs or increase revenue in some way, then you don’t need them at all. I mean that. But assuming you have, or will hire, a Human Resources professional that does or will make recommendations that contribute to the bottom line, the answer is “it depends”.

Preparing for Recovery
The economic upheaval of the past year has undoubtedly impacted your business in some manner, and we can only imagine what the journey will be like for the next couple of months. The government and the media tell us the economy is turning around, and we're all hoping that's true. Whether it's the latter part of this year or the first quarter of next year, the question is, are you ready?

Top 5 Reasons To Develop An Employee Handbook
Do I really need an employee handbook? This question comes up so many times, especially from small business owners, and the answer is YES! But the reasons may not be what you think.
The Solopreneur's Bill of Rights
The Solopreneur (one-person business such as a consultant) is a breed within a breed. Fiercely independent, unconventional, non-traditional, and growing in numbers due to the economy and production-enhancing technology, we're a huge presence in the small business arena.
The Office Romance Dilemma
Office romance is becoming a more prevalent issue for the world of HR every day. In time for the Valentine’s Day holiday, Astronology takes a peek into this seemingly taboo subject.
Changes to Benefit plans - Proceed Carefully
Some quick though about changing and amending group benefits programs for your employees
Employee Warnings: One Strike and You're Out
If an employee's performance needs improve, it shouldn't take a full quarter to find out whether he or she can pull it off or not. A better system can be structured so that you get the information you need about an employee's ability to turn it around sooner, rather than later.

Changes in Human Resources: What Should we Look For in 2009?
2009 has been promised as a year of change. How will this affect your organization, specifically in a Human Resources way? Well, in a few ways. With new FMLA laws, new amendments to the ADA law, and a talent retention crisis looming on the horizon, use this article to better prepare your organization for any change which will affect your HR department.

Employee Manuals: A Proven Way to Protect Your Business
Providing all employees of a company with the written policies included in an Employee Manual can prevent a business from facing unwarranted legal issues later. Learn how an Employee Handbook can prevent litigation and save a company money!
Why Human Resourses Protect
HR departments are established to protect workers and companies.

Perfecting Policy
Even entrepreneurs need to have company rules in writing. It could offer protection in the event of a lawsuit.
Employee Handbook Essentials
“How important is it to have an employee handbook/manual” And the add-on question is, “What goes into an employee handbook”

Updating Your Employee Handbook? Four Reasons to Hire an HR Consultant
Is it time to update your employee handbook? Have you been planning to get around to the task for ages, but it just never makes it to the top of your list? Here are four reasons why you may need to hire a consultant to work with you on this important project.
P3 Compliance and Constructing Policies That Hold Up in Court
The Department of Labor tells us they are overwhelmed, understaffed and shifting additional burden to employers for employment law compliance. This can be a great deal for the average employer to undertake. HRS has taken some time to prepare a quick "how to" blueprint for employers.

Getting Maximum Results from Small Business Employees
A small business owner from the UK recently e-mailed me with this question: " I currently have a small business staff of 8 and expected that when I arrived at this point I would have more time for strategic planning and my personal life. Instead, I constantly have to oversee everything. Do you have any suggestions as to how can I get better results from my employees so I can trust that things will run smoothly when I’m not there?"

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Plain English Guide to Employee Handbooks
The company employee handbook is one of the most important communication tools between your company and your employees. Not only does it set forth your expectations for your employees, but it also describes what they can expect from the company. It is essential that your company has one and that it be as clear and unambiguous as possible. Make certain that it is written in an understandable language which makes the company's policies accessible.
Employee Handbook Essentials
“How important is it to have an employee handbook/manual” And the add-on question is, “What goes into an employee handbook”

Employee Manuals: A Proven Way to Protect Your Business
Providing all employees of a company with the written policies included in an Employee Manual can prevent a business from facing unwarranted legal issues later. Learn how an Employee Handbook can prevent litigation and save a company money!
Top 5 Reasons To Develop An Employee Handbook
Do I really need an employee handbook? This question comes up so many times, especially from small business owners, and the answer is YES! But the reasons may not be what you think.
4 Tips for Developing an Employee Handbook
Company policies are often determined in a reactionary or even ad-hoc fashion and may change to suit certain situations. This is especially true for small organizations. This is a risky strategy and may lead to unwanted litigation from disgruntled employees if they feel that they are not being treated fairly by management. It is important to set the company’s ground rules for conduct and the best way to do it is with an official employee handbook.
The courage to believe in your people: Your one sustainable competitive advantage
Most of us don't have the courage to do what Nordstrom did. For many years, this was all that employees received in the way of an employee handbook: Rule #1: Use your good judgment in all situations. There will be no other rules.
Updating Your Employee Handbook? Four Reasons to Hire an HR Consultant
Is it time to update your employee handbook? Have you been planning to get around to the task for ages, but it just never makes it to the top of your list? Here are four reasons why you may need to hire a consultant to work with you on this important project.
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