In your toolkit for guiding your employees through difficult situations, there are two options. Both are designed to help your people grow and perform at their best. Depending on the specific issue, and how it affects the business, you might want to take one approach versus the other.…
Before we dive into plan types and fees, let's get clear on one thing: a retirement plan is a great benefit to offer. But more than that, it's a message to your team.…
There comes a moment when every business needs to prioritize structure and support. Maybe you’re growing to the point that hiring becomes a job in and of itself. Maybe payroll used to run effortlessly and now it’s becoming a weekly last-minute race. This type of do-it-yourself HR doesn't usually set in all at once.…
Benefits usually come up when something changes—hiring, budgets, or a question you weren’t expecting. Here's what we've learned at Employer Services Corporation, after 30 years helping businesses make these decisions: the best benefits package isn't always the largest one. It's the one tailored to your team.…
When a new hire leaves early, the first step is often to diagnose concerns about the person. "They weren't a good fit". "They couldn't handle the pace." "They didn't want to learn." But when you dig deeper, you might find warning signs buried in your process:…
You've sat through the annual performance review. You've checked the boxes. Your manager delivered feedback, your employee nodded along, and everyone walked away feeling like they just survived another obligation… And nothing changed.…
You've built something real. Your team has grown from your core four to 14 employees, and scrappiness has been your secret weapon. Late nights researching employment rules? Calling friends for HR advice? You've figured it out as you go — and it's worked.…
A high-five to a team member goes a long way. A system of recognition that makes sure everyone gets the high-five they deserve, when they earn it? That’s powerful. Employee Appreciation Day is celebrated annually on the first Friday of March. The timing works well, with two months of the new year – and a……
Celebrations at work foster a positive company culture, enhancing team spirit and employee engagement. As we approach the 4th quarter of the year, there is no time like the present to add a little fun to the workplace! As Halloween approaches, events like costume contests, pumpkin carving, and themed office decorations break up the day-to-day routine, allowing employees to connect on a personal level. …