We are so excited for 2017- with name changes and all of 2016 behind us, we’re giving back to the community by offering discounts on our most popular people programs between now and the end of the year. People Toolkit This gives you everything you need to start your people programs with a custom written and legally reviewed employee handbook, …
Why we Changed the Name
About 7 years ago, I was completely filled with corporate disgust at the way people were managed; including myself. Turns out I was never supposed to be an employee….who knew? But the truth is, entrepreneurs do things differently, so when I decided to start a company I believed that there simply had to be a better way. I set about …
Performance Appraisals – Open Letters From A Manager and Employee
There are many companies that have found a wonderful performance appraisal system while others continue to review systems to match their corporate culture. To all those companies that found a great fit, I say bravo. To those who are still looking, take a deep breath. Imagine for a moment if you could say what you truly feel about performance appraisals …
Not Having Policies Can Carry a High Price Tag
Unlike our supposed competitors, at hr-haven we really aren’t into scare tactics. We don’t scare the living daylights out of business owners in order to secure business from them. But, every once in a while we see something that we feel is necessary to pass along to keep our entrepreneurial brothers and sisters from inadvertently screwing up the business they’ve …
Please Don’t Hire a Recruiter
We talk a lot about culture at hr-haven. Unfortunately, traditional “headhunters” are usually really expensive and don’t bring you the cultural fit that you need when looking for your next great employee. This is mostly because traditional recruiters are doing what they’ve always done despite the fact that the workforce has changed significantly in the last few years. Truth is, …
Ready for a 37.5% Increase in Payroll Costs?
Don’t wait until it’s too late….. Earlier in the year, the U.S. Department of Labor announced an increase in the wage threshold amounts for determining whether an employee is exempt (salaried) or non-exempt (hourly, and thus eligible for overtime. Those new rules are set to take effect on December 1, 2016, and we expect that almost every business in Felt …
Recruiting for Culture
Culture is extremely important to any organization. In fact, it’s the glue that holds many organizations together. You hear a lot of companies talk about how important it is to find people that fit in with their culture and potential candidates spend time researching and learning about the company, what they’re about, what’s important to them and what they’re planning …
What Do You Need To Know About Benefits
We all know compensation packages are important. It’s one of the first major sticking points you will encounter when hiring new team members and unfortunately can be a major motivator for people to look elsewhere. But where do you start in deciding what you should be paying for a given position? When creating a new compensation package, start with the …
Motivate Your Employees with Meaningful Recognition
For those of you who have read the book I’ll Eat This Cricket For a Cricket Badge, you will totally get this blog. If you haven’t read it, I highly recommend it. Don’t worry, it’s extremely short. One of the main ideas is that “people will exhibit extraordinary behavior for rewards”. The story’s main character tells a tale about being …
Smelly Cat – Hygiene Conversation
We all know it wasn’t the cat’s fault but have you ever had someone in your office who had a hygiene issue, poor choice in clothing or an odor about them? These sensitive situations are difficult for people to handle and addressing them can be stressful. Especially, if it’s your first time. If you find yourself in a similar situation …
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