Coaching an Underperforming Employee After Leave: A Guide for Employers
When an underperforming employee returns from leave, don’t push the problem down the road. Here’s how to reset and manage their return.
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Identifying and Preventing Employee Burnout
What are the signs of employee burnout? How can employers take an active role in not only curbing burnout, but also increasing engagement?
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jun 19, 2025
Recent SCOTUS Ruling Ends Reverse Discrimination
Due to a recent Supreme Court decision, reverse discrimination may soon become an obsolete term. Here's what every employer should know to comply.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jun 12, 2025
Handling Vacation Gaps and Production Peaks: 6 Quick Fixes
Managing employee needs for time off while keeping up with business demands can be a real struggle for smaller companies. See our tips for making it...
Stephanie Lyon, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Business Consultant
Jun 3, 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
How to Navigate Work When Your Boss is a Jerk
Is it just a bad day or do you work with a jerk? Either way, here are some things you can do to help gain power and control the situation.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
May 23, 2025
The Hidden Costs of a Bad Hire — and How to Avoid Them Altogether
Poor hiring decisions can result in high turnover, financial loss, brand and reputation damage, and low team morale. Learn tips to reverse the trend.
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
May 15, 2025
Want to Improve Workplace Culture? Promote Friendships at Work
If your workplace culture could use a boost, here is a quick run-down of where to start, along with simple ways to help foster workplace friendships.
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
May 9, 2025
Employee Records: How Long Should You Keep Them?
With so many different employee records and retention timeframes, how do you know when it's safe to purge employee payroll and personal data?
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
May 2, 2025
