Study: The ROI of Using a PEO
What is the ROI of a PEO? A new study released by NAPEO shows companies that outsource HR functions to a PEO have an ROI of 27.2% in cost savings...
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Employee Recognition: Why it’s Crucial to Your Business
Having a hard time getting buy-in to implement an employee recognition program? Here are five ways the initiative will add directly to your bottom...
Cariann Lieske, SHRM-CP
Oct 3, 2019
New Overtime Rule: Minimum Salary Raised to $35,568
The DOL has officially released a final overtime rule requiring employees to earn at least $35,568 to be exempt from overtime, effective January 1,...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Sep 25, 2019
When Employees Want Pets at Work
Do your employees want to bring their pets to work? As part of your due diligence in setting up a workplace pet policy, consider these questions.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Aug 30, 2019
Phishing Scams: Don’t Fall Victim
Protecting your company from a phishing scam is more than setting up IT controls; it begins with employees safeguarding their personal information.
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
Aug 15, 2019
Can you still tell a joke at work?
When one person’s humor can lead to another person’s alienation, should you stay all business and refrain from telling a joke at work?
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Aug 1, 2019
Everything You Need to Know About Reference Checks
Whether you are the reference for a former employee or you need to conduct a reference check for a candidate, here is everything you need to know.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jul 25, 2019
Should you stay with your small group insurance plan?
If your small business insurance plan is becoming more and more unaffordable, perhaps it's time to switch to a large group plan. Here's how.
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
Jul 18, 2019
How to Approach Trans and Gender Identity Situations at Work
A list of scenarios involving transgender, transitioning, and other employees, and how to handle each to ensure you’re both within the law...
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jun 26, 2019
