What Is Intermittent FMLA Leave?
When employees qualify for FMLA but need to take time off in smaller blocks of time, it's called intermittent leave. Here’s how it works.
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Compensable Time: What Employers Should Know to Stay Compliant
Per the Fair Labor Standards Act, certain time spent on the job must always be paid - even if it includes waiting or travel time or tasks done from...
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
Feb 20, 2026
Hidden Costs of Employee Turnover & Tips to Prevent Them
Discover the unseen financial burdens of employee turnover and learn effective strategies to avoid them. Equip your business for better talent...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
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Should a Work Romance Be Allowed at the Office?
From power imbalances and perceived favoritism to distractions and performance issues, a work romance sparks red flags for most managers. Should...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
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Best HR Outsourcing Companies: Why PEOs Beat Payroll-Only and In‑House HR
Are you ready to streamline your operations, save costs, and foster growth? See which outsourcing solution is right for your business.
Stephanie Lyon, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Business Consultant
Jan 28, 2026
How Do I Know if My W2 is Correct?
Tax season often brings a familiar wave of confusion, especially when employees open their W-2 and think something doesn't look right.
Celeste Houston, Stratus HR Vice President - Payroll
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Creating a Scalable Learning & Onboarding Program for Employees
Growing companies need an onboarding program that can scale. Learn how to build and adapt your program while avoiding these common mistakes.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Jan 16, 2026
Job Offer Scam: How Recruiters are Impersonated and What You Can Do
Scammers might be impersonating a company's recruitment team using information they gathered online and sending out fake job offers. Learn the red...
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
Jan 5, 2026
Stratus HR Scores Industry High NPS for 2025
In 2025, clients rated Stratus HR with an industry-high 75 for their net promoter score (NPS). According to NPS framework, anything above 50 is...
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Dec 30, 2025
