ERISA may be something you’ve heard if you’re an employer who provides benefits to your employees. What is it exactly, and why should you care? Well, if you don’t want to be fined or get in trouble with the law, you want to get familiar with it. ERISA compliance is something you have to be aware of …
Leading Articles and Interviews (category)
When it comes to running a small business, leadership is of the utmost importance. Employees look to you for guidance and to set the tone for your company. Learn more about what it means to be an effective leader with the articles in this section, which cover topics such as employee management, hiring and firing, and team building.
How Child Custody Disputes Can Impact Employee Absenteeism
Family law issues, particularly child custody disputes, can have a significant impact on employees' personal and professional lives. For employees navigating the complexities of custody arrangements, the emotional and logistical challenges can lead to absenteeism, decreased productivity, and …
Flexible Benefits: Meeting Diverse Employee Needs
In today’s fast-moving world, flexibility is everything, and employee benefits are especially true. People are all different, with different priorities and lives. One thing that works for one employee may not work for another. This is where flexible benefits play a role. Flexible Benefits: …
Interdepartmental Communication and Collaboration Tips for a Stronger Organization
Imagine an orchestra where each musician plays their part flawlessly, yet without syncing with the rest, resulting in a cacophony rather than a harmonious melody. This is what happens in organizations without effective interdepartmental communication and collaboration. The magic happens when …
Recruit with Intention
**Excerpted from the book Firesoul Leadership: An Entrepreneur's Blueprint for Fueling Growth, Igniting Creativity, and Crafting a Culture of Compassion (Amplify Publishing, 2024) by Ulla Sommerfelt. Your company culture will be influenced by the people you hire as you scale your …
The Talent Formula: Proven Methods for Hiring the Best
If you're the person who's responsible for hiring at your company, you need to be obsessed with the traits of the candidates. The quality of your team is the difference between success and failure. It's known that remote work is no longer a pandemic trend; it's a new way of working and growing a …
