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...
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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
Managers: How to Give and Receive Feedback When Emotions are High
How you respond to criticism can define you, both personally and professionally. Learn how to reshape negative feedback into constructive action...
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
Aug 30, 2024
Does My Small Business Have to Offer Leaves of Absence to Employees?
As a small business, are you legally required to offer any paid (or nonpaid) leaves of absence to your employees? What if you have fewer than 50...
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Jul 15, 2024
Deciphering Pre Adverse Action When There's a Hit on a Background Check
If you conduct background checks as part of your due diligence, what should you do when you discover something negative?
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
May 31, 2024
Is Juneteenth a Paid Holiday? Should Your Business Offer It?
Our company gives paid time off for federal holidays. Should Juneteenth now be included as a paid holiday? Any legal ramifications if not?
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
May 27, 2024
