Worried About Immigration ICE Raids? How to Prepare Your Employees
Despite having verified employee work documentation, you may be concerned about business interruptions from a potential ICE raid. See how to prepare.
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Guidelines for Awarding Merit Pay Increase
Here are some tips as a small business owner on how to award pay increases while factoring in performance to reward top employees.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jan 10, 2025
Clocked In Workers Should Not Leave Premises: Employer Liability for Accidents on Paid Breaks
Without these 3 preventive steps, an employer may be liable for any accidents that occur to employees who leave company premises on a paid break.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jan 6, 2025
Capturing Feedback from Employees to Boost Engagement
Does your company have a disconnect with gathering employee feedback? Here are several tips to reverse that trend.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Dec 27, 2024
Who Is Exempt From Overtime Pay? Understanding Salary and Exemption Status
If you make more than the minimum exemption amount of $684/week, does that automatically mean you are exempt from earning overtime wages? See the...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Nov 28, 2024
Is My Workplace Psychologically Safe?
Do your employees feel safe speaking up and making mistakes? Consider why your company policies (and culture) may be inhibiting organizational...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Oct 25, 2024
Expressing Political Views in the Workplace is Constitutionally Protected… Or Is It?
In a world of free speech and First Amendment rights, can employers limit political discussions at work? See what is... and is NOT protected.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Oct 2, 2024
Recognizing Life Events: How Small Gestures Enhance Employee Retention
While rewarding employees boosts productivity, recognizing employee life events creates a sense of community and belongingness that enhances...
Kristen Neilson, SHRM-SCP, Communication Manager
Sep 23, 2024
How Big Should Your HR Team Be? Check Our Calculator to Find Out
What is the right HR-to-employee ratio? While this is primarily based on your company's size and needs, our calculator will give you a great start.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Sep 11, 2024
