How to Have Difficult Conversations with Employees
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An Easier Way to Boost Employee Retirement Benefits: SECURE 2.0 Act Explained
The SECURE 2.0 Act simplifies offering retirement benefits and makes saving for retirement easier. The problem? Most employers don’t know about it.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Nov 5, 2025
Health Insurance Costs 2026: Prepare for Steep Increases
There’s a perfect storm brewing that is projected to surge 2026 health premiums at unprecedented increases. Learn what you can do to prepare.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Oct 10, 2025
Workplace Culture: What’s the Big Deal?
Does your workplace culture need a boost? Learn which questions to ask, ideas to implement, and how to measure and evaluate their effectiveness.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Sep 19, 2025
What’s in the One Big Beautiful Bill that Employers Should Know?
From tax breaks for tips and overtime wages to PFML tax credits, here’s a condensed version of how the One Big Beautiful Bill impacts employers.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Aug 1, 2025
Roth vs Traditional 401K - Which is Best?
Let’s say your company offers a 401K with both Traditional and Roth investment options. Which one should you choose?
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Jul 11, 2025
Top 10 Exit Interview Questions for Employers
When an employee decides to leave, be sure to set aside time for an exit interview. The insight you gain may become a valuable roadmap for the future.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
May 30, 2025
Why Every Business Owner Needs an HR Risk Assessment (even if HR isn’t your thing)
If you have more than 10 employees, are hiring quickly, operate in multiple states, or have high turnover, it's time for an HR risk assessment.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Apr 17, 2025
6 Things to Consider Before You Fire an Employee
Once you've decided to fire an employee for the good of the organization, be sure these 6 things are covered to protect your company from legal...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Jan 28, 2025
