What To Look For In The Best Payroll And HR Companies For Small Businesses
It’s hard to tell what will be the best payroll and HR service for your small business. Use these questions to qualify your options.
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What Does Being a Certified HR Expert Mean?
Ensure your company's success by selecting a PEO with the right certifications. Discover the certifications your HR provider must have to ensure...
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
Aug 8, 2022
Breaking Through People Problems to Ensure Long-Term Viability
Most companies start off small and develop processes and systems over time, but how do they manage the people problems that inevitably arise?
Stephanie Lyon, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Business Consultant
Jul 14, 2022
Is Outsourcing Payroll a Bad Idea?
Considering the risks, is outsourcing payroll a bad idea for my company? Is there a better alternative option?
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
Feb 15, 2022
PEO Clients Fared Better During First Months of COVID-19 Pandemic
A recent study showed that PEO clients received significant help from PEOs during the pandemic to help them remain in business.
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Nov 3, 2020
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...
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
Oct 8, 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
Lean HR: Is it possible to run a business with a single HR person?
There are drawbacks to a lean HR team when everything is piecemealed together. For instance, when you outsource payroll to one company...
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
May 17, 2019
7 Reasons You Need a PEO vs. Payroll Services
Are you choosing between a PEO v. payroll company? Consider whether your company would benefit from these seven areas to help you decide.
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
Apr 19, 2019
