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.
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Job Offers Rescinded: When Is It Legal to Withdraw a Job Offer?
When you make an offer of employment to a top candidate and then discover negative information, what are the legal ramifications to rescinding that...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Apr 25, 2025
Why Every Business Owner Needs an HR Risk Assessment (even if HR isn’t your thing)
If you have more than 10 employees, are hiring quickly, operate in multiple states, or have high turnover, it's time for an HR risk assessment.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Apr 17, 2025
Why a Civil Records Background Check Is a Risky Move for Employers
While background checks are usually a good idea, a civil records check should never be included in your list of pre-employment requirements. Here's...
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
Apr 10, 2025
Employee Misconduct: Disciplinary Action or Immediate Termination?
Does my employee’s inappropriate behavior warrant disciplinary action or immediate termination? Consider these examples.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Mar 14, 2025
Workplace Incivility: Tips to Reshape Inappropriate Employee Behavior
When gossip, eye rolling, and other unprofessional behaviors are ignored, employees interpret that as acceptable behavior. Learn how to reshape your...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Mar 3, 2025
Is My Company Required to Offer Bereavement Leave?
If an employee comes to you asking for bereavement leave, is your company required to offer it? Which federal and state regulations are involved?
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Feb 21, 2025
HR for Startups: Compliance Fails That Are Consistently Overlooked
Starting a business requires you to pay close attention to compliance. Here are some examples of compliance fails and why you should manage them...
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
Feb 12, 2025
6 Things to Consider Before You Fire an Employee
Once you've decided to fire an employee for the good of the organization, be sure these 6 things are covered to protect your company from legal...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Jan 28, 2025
