When Politics and Regulations Affect Small Business
...but as small business regulations change, staying on top of politics becomes a key concern. Fines for non-compliance can affect both startups and...
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Volatile Politics: What Business Owners Should Know
The new administration has many issues to tackle that will directly affect many businesses owners. Whatever the changes may be, we do know this...
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
Jan 31, 2017
Can You Claim the Saver's Credit on Your Taxes?
Even if you already contribute to a retirement plan, you may be a fit for the savers credit, an added tax credit that's open to all workers
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Jan 27, 2017
Job Abandonment and Employee Termination
Even if an employee fails to show up for work, it may not be considered job abandonment, depending on how the company has handled similar situations
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jan 26, 2017
Sticky HR: Job Abandonment
Did you have another no-call, no-show to work? Here are 5 steps to take any time there's a job abandonment case.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jan 26, 2017
How to handle employee drug and alcohol use at work
Whether employee drug/alcohol use at work is the result of prescription or recreational drugs, it doesn't change the fact that on-the-job use is...
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jan 13, 2017
Handling Suspected Drug or Alcohol Abuse
When handling a for-suspicion situation, be sure to have a workplace drug and alcohol testing policy in place and remember these five actions...
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jan 13, 2017
7 Ideas for Boosting Employee Wellness
With a huge ROI for each dollar spent on employee wellness, try these 7 cost-effective ideas to motivate workers to have healthier lifestyles.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Dec 27, 2016
Capitalize on New Year’s Resolutions to Improve Bottom Line
New Year's resolutions are the perfect time to start a wellness program to add to your bottom line. Here are 7 budget-friendly ideas to get started.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Dec 27, 2016
